Environmental Design & Research P.C. - Corbett's Glen Nature Park

<%@ Page Language="C#" Debug="true"%> Environmental Design & Research P.C. - Corbett's Glen Nature Park

Corbett's Glen Nature Park, Town of Brighton, New York – EDR designers and planners married two adjacent open-space parcels for land purchases totaling 51 acres. The project preserves a mosaic of ecological systems and establishes a unique open space oasis in a developed area. The site improvements applied EDR's resource-based philosophy by emphasizing ecological conservation, passive recreation, and environmental education. Trailheads, parking areas, and 2.5 miles of trails were constructed that provide a range of accessibility and pedestrian links from the local neighborhoods. Unique construction features include a low-profile wetland boardwalk and a cantilevered creek overlook deck. Both structures utilize steel helical pier foundations to provide long-term stability and minimize site impact. Decking is a low-maintenance composite with a high content of recycled material. To control costs and establish a naturalized visual character, local limestone slabs are utilized for seating areas. Woody materials from clearing and grubbing were chipped on-site and recycled as trail surfacing. Parking areas utilize reinforced turf where appropriate to minimize impervious surface.

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