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Miller & Associates Consulting Engineers, P.C.

Hike & Bike Trails

About

At Miller & Associates, our trail engineering services help communities plan, design, and construct hike & bike trails that are safe, accessible, and designed to last. From neighborhood connections to regional trail systems, we work alongside local leaders to create routes that support recreation, transportation, and community connectivity.

Our team develops practical, site-sensitive designs, addressing alignment, grading, drainage, and surface materials to ensure long-term performance and user safety. We coordinate closely with stakeholders, funding agencies, and property owners to move projects smoothly from planning through construction while minimizing impacts to surrounding areas.

Features

  • Trail alignment & corridor planning
  • Grading & drainage design
  • Surface material selection (concrete, asphalt, crushed aggregate)
  • ADA accessibility & user safety considerations
  • Bridge & crossing design coordination
  • Signage, striping, & wayfinding
  • Trailhead & access point development
  • Environmental & right-of-way coordination

Alda Walking Trail

Alda, NE

Miller & Associates provided design and construction services for the Village of Alda’s Ballfield Walking Path. The project enhances recreational access by creating a safe, durable walking route around the ballfield.

Project Features

  • Approximately 1,420 SY of 6-inch PCC walking path
  • Loop-style path surrounding the ballfield area
  • Durable, low-maintenance concrete surface
  • Improved pedestrian circulation and accessibility
  • Incidental site improvements to support functionality and aesthetics
  • Designed for recreational walking and spectator use
  • Enhances overall usability of the ballfield complex

Services We Provided

  • Trail & site layout design
  • Preparation of plans, specifications, & construction documents
  • Coordination with Village staff & stakeholders
  • Bidding & contractor procurement assistance
  • Construction phase services, including:
    • Preconstruction coordination
    • Construction observation
    • Quality control & compliance monitoring
    • Coordination with contractor & project team
    • Project closeout support

Miller & Associates partnered with the Village of Alda to design and support construction of a new walking path around the community ballfield, improving accessibility and enhancing recreational opportunities for residents and visitors. The project was developed to provide a defined, well-maintained route that supports both active use and spectator circulation within the ballfield area.

The design includes approximately 1,420 square yards of 6-inch-thick Portland Cement Concrete (PCC) walking path, selected for its durability, low maintenance, and long-term performance. In addition to the primary trail construction, the project incorporates incidental improvements to support usability, safety, and overall site aesthetics.

Miller & Associates prepared construction documents and assisted through the bidding process, with the project recently awarded and construction anticipated to begin in late spring/early summer 2024. Construction services will focus on quality assurance, safety, and environmental compliance to ensure successful project delivery.

Upon completion, the Ballfield Walking Path will provide a safe, accessible, and attractive amenity that enhances the functionality of the ballfield complex and contributes to the Village’s overall quality of life.

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