Carroll Creek Linear Park
Project at a Glance
Industry: Public
Services: Specialty Concrete, Foundations, Flatwork, Site Concrete
Owner: City of Frederick
Architect: Rummel, Klepper, & Kahl, LLP
General Contractor: Morgan-Keller Construction
Awards:
Excellence in Construction Award from the Associated Builders & Contractors (ABC) – Cumberland Valley Chapter
First Place - Excellence in Concrete Award from the American Concrete Institute – Maryland Chapter
Outstanding Planning Project from the American Planning Association - Maryland Chapter
About this Project
The Carroll Creek promenade in the center of the city of Frederick, Maryland has quickly become a major attraction for both residents and visitors to the city.
Major elements of this project included:
- Three distinctive pedestrian bridges:
- A cabled suspension bridge with a 30-foot-tall central mast
- An arched bridge clad in natural stone
- A traditional footbridge with ornate iron sculpture
- A public amphitheater
- Raised planters with elaborate brick detailing
- Numerous water features including several waterfalls
- An attractive blend of patterned brick walkways stretching approximately two miles along the promenade