City of Norcross: Thrasher Park
Service Details
Surveying
Boundary, topographic and as-built surveying performed in preparation of Base Map for design development and construction phases for the improvements to Thrasher, Mauldin and Heritage Parks. SEI obtained right of way plans, deeds, plats for project planning and for future boundary resolution. SEI utilized survey grade GPS units to establish survey control for each Park for Vertical (MSL) and horizontal control. Control points were confirmed for accuracy by running a level loop at each Park. A robotic total station was utilized to gather the data required for the Base Map. These include; topography, creeks, streams or ditches, storm water, sanitary sewer pipes and associated structures, curb, gutter, pavement, striping, traffic control devices, all above ground visible utilities, property corners, right of way markers and any unusual features. Information gathered was processed and verified for accuracy, imported into CAD format. Analysis of the boundary lines was performed and resolved. The Base Map was provided to our Landscape/Planning Department to begin conceptual design.
Civil Engineering
Thrasher Park is a Norcross historical green space loved by all Norcross residents. SEI was charged with the rehabilitation of the existing park and to remove an under utilized tennis court in the center and to doube the useable play space. The project presented significant challenges as it was under close scrutiny of many local residents and the City council, some of whom who were staunchly opposed to any significant changes. Despite the opposition and funding concerns, SEI successfully produced a project that has been highly praised and touted by many who originally opposed the idea.
The scope of SEI’s work includes survey, civil, landscape, irrigation, lighting and construction administrative services for the design and construction phases of the improvements to Thrasher Park. Our goal for Thrasher Park was to design a pleasing and useable center piece for Norcross that was economically sustainable and did not detract or takeway from the historical downtown charm of Norcross.
