Capstone Design Spring 2024

Project Partners: Ardurra

Team Members: Mitchell Parsons, Parker Howell, Nolan Murr, Mitchell Ballard, Will Poston, and Caroline Dykes

A multi-purpose sports complex was designed based on a site development plan influencing a design for Aubrey’s restaurant and water-related utilities supporting the building. A site layout was developed in compliance with zoning regulations, and a grading plan was developed in compliance with ADPI and ADA regulations based on the existing elevations. A traffic impact study was performed to design a boulevard and parking lots in accordance with AASHTO standards. Stormwater and utility systems were designed based on the hydrology of the site and hydraulic requirements of proposed facilities. A steel and masonry building was designed for Aubrey’s restaurant according to ASCE 7-16, AISC 360, and TMS 402-22. Building foundations and site retaining walls were designed based on the results of a soil sample analysis performed to ASTM standards. A construction schedule was developed based on project deadlines, and a project cost was estimated using quantities of proposed infrastructure.

Project Partners: Clayton-Bradley Academy, C2RL

Team Members: Matthew Forrest, Matthew Hobeika, Kaden Klein, Emma Poindexter, Kareem Rodriguez, and Marissa Trobl

A comprehensive site layout for CBA was designed, and a construction plan for the requested tennis complex was created inclusive of a multi-use facility, an elevated walkway, and a proposed retaining wall. Grading plans were generated to accommodate the requested tennis courts, and a parking lot was designed in compliance with City of Alcoa regulations. Stormwater infrastructure conveying water away from the playing surfaces and into Pistol Creek was designed to satisfy City of Alcoa stormwater ordinances. A masonry multi-use facility was designed in accordance with TMS402-22 and a boardwalk connecting to a bridge were designed to provide a walking path between the existing campus and new tennis complex. Foundations for the new structures and a retaining wall were designed based on site soil properties identified, in compliance with applicable structural material standards. Schedule durations and erosion control methods were determined, informing an estimate of probable cost for necessary construction activities.

Project Partners: US Army Corps of Engineers

Team Members: Caleb Campbell, Grey Reeves, Tyler Watterson, and Enoch Zhang

A new site layout was developed, including a new pedestrian bridge and channel modification, in response to hydrological analyses conducted on the Beaver Creek watershed. Site hydrology was analyzed to establish an anticipated 100-year flood elevation resulting from the removal of the existing bridge and a new site layout, influenced by a demolition plan, was designed to develop ADA-compliant walkways. Channel modifications at the new bridge location, as well as upstream of the bridge location, were designed to lower the 100-year flood elevation, and the slope stability was assessed in accordance with USACE requirements. A new steel single-span pedestrian bridge, accommodating the 100-year flood, was designed in accordance with AASHTO criteria and bridge abutments were developed to meet ACI 318-19 requirements.

Project Partners: Village at Glencliff, EMC, Manuel Zeitlin Architects, CSDG, and GEOS

Team Members: Peyton Dove, Lydia Foster, Walker Long, and James Whitehead

A proposed storm-safe community building was designed for the PORCH and utility infrastructure needed to support the use of the structure was developed. A stormwater conveyance system was designed in compliance with Davidson County stormwater criteria and water-related utilities were sized to serve the occupants of the community building. Structural design loads were determined based on storm shelter criteria defined by ICC 500 and concrete members were designed in accordance with ACI 318-19. Soil samples from the site were tested based on ASTM standards and a foundation for the community building was designed based on ACI 318-19 limit states. Construction logistics were developed to compile an estimate of probable costs, informed by a materials quantity take-off and a proposed project schedule.

Project Partners: City of Knoxville, Emerald Youth Foundation

Team Members: Jacob Cook, Taylor Cruz, Victoria Hall, Heather Lueckenhoff, and Walker Reeves

A green stormwater treatment system. as well as educational signage. was designed, and a proposed parking concept was optimized for the Sansom Sports Complex. Site hydrology was analyzed to size a water treatment and conveyance system in accordance with the City of Knoxville Ordinances. A rain garden was designed in compliance with stormwater quality standards specified by the TDEC Permanent Stormwater Design Manual. The parking lot was analyzed for truck traffic, and a new parking layout was created to offer maximum parking capacity for Samson Sports Complex guests. Structural supports and a foundation were designed for an informational kiosk based on wind loads derived from ASCE 7-16. Erosion control measures were selected in accordance with TDEC criteria, and a construction schedule was developed informing an estimate of probable cost.

Project Partners: City of Knoxville

Team Members: Evan Pindrock, Jackson Powers, Carson Reisinger, and Lance Tudor

Knoxville Multimodal Design performed civil site work and construction services to develop a transportation design for the Neyland Drive greenway. The greenway along Neyland Drive was designed in accordance with ADA standards while pedestrian infrastructure was developed at the Joan Cronan Way and Lake Loudoun Boulevard intersections using the TDOT Traffic Design Manual. Drainage infrastructure was developed following the TDOT Design Division Drainage Manual. The traffic control measures were timed in compliance with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) to determine a project schedule and cost estimation.

Project Partners: LDA

Team Members: Greg Cherry, Tristan Marchwicz, Amy Moore, Bailey Sawyers, and Kristen Schultze

Roadway upgrades were developed to increase safety on Virtue Road by improving drainage conditions and providing pedestrian walkways. The design of roadway and greenway geometry, as well as permanent signage, followed the guidelines outlines in the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Greenbook and Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). Stormwater infrastructure was designed alongside an environmental impact statement using the Soil Conservation Service (SCS) Method. A pedestrian boardwalk and a retaining wall were designed based on material design criteria as well as geotechnical limit states. Traffic control and erosion control measures were designed in accordance with TDEC standards, and a project schedule was created informing an estimate of probable cost.

Project Partners: Knoxville TVA Employees Credit Union, MBI Companies

Team Members: Justin Bartolowits, John Gouge, Faith Lucas, James Mai, Ryan Scalzo, and Harrison Warren

A site was planned, and a structure was designed for a new, single-story business property for Knoxville TVA Employees’ Credit Union. A site layout was developed, identifying a location for the proposed building and parking lot, and a new grading plan was developed to support the utilities necessary for the property. A stormwater system, including a water quality unit, was deigned according to City of Knoxville Code of Ordinances. An AISC-compliant steel structure was analyzed and designed to satisfy loading conditions determined in accordance with ASCE 7-16. Foundations for the building were designed according to ACI 318-19 criteria, and a concrete masonry retaining wall was designed in compliance with NCMA standards. An erosion prevention and sediment control plan was developed according to TDEC standards, and a construction schedule was developed, informing a probable total project construction cost for the new bank property.

Project Partners: City of Oak Ridge, Design Innovation Architects

Team Members: ​Joseph Bilodeau, Mike Patrick, John Ogle, Garrett Overholt, and Agnes Subramanian

Upgrades to the plaza and parking lot near the Oak Ridge Civic Center complex were developed to increase area accessibility and functionality. A plaza layout, ADA compliant grading, drainage, and landscape plans were designed to promote natural, inviting pedestrian traffic flow from the parking lots to the existing library and civic center. A parking lot layout, permeable pavers, and a MUTCD-compliant site signage plan were designed to maximize the parking area and ensure user safety. Hydrological conditions were analyzed in compliance with the TDOT Drainage Manual to design upgraded stormwater conveyance and detention systems on the site. A pump was designed for a fountain in the plaza based on hydraulic calculations.

Project Partners: OMG Farm, Langan

Team Members: Ava Delaney, Blythe Lundberg, Camille Landstreet, Emma O’Hagan, and Houston Williams

A site plan accommodating a new barn was developed with transportation, stormwater, and water utility systems to address OMG Farm’s requested amenity improvements. A grading plan was designed based on City of Knoxville Technical Specifications which informed the design of a retaining wall around the orchard. The client’s steel trusses were analyzed for intended construction of a barn on the Farm and shallow foundations were developed to support the new structure. Walking paths to connect a new parking lot and road to the site’s amenities were designed in accordance with ADA and TDOT Standards. A Stormwater Pollution Prevention Permit (SWPPP) was assembled, and erosion control plans were developed in compliance with Knox County and Tennessee Standards. A rainwater catchment system was designed based on stormwater runoff calculations and water utilities were sized to provide the site with irrigation, a produce wash station, and a restroom.

Project Partners: Solea, Barge Design Solutions

Team Members: Ashlyn Celichowski, Elizabeth Morgan, Isabelle Hamby, and Jackson Reeves

Two water intake control systems were designed and prototyped in order to develop an operational guide and life-cycle cost estimate for the rural application. Two control systems and custom protection schemes were developed contingent on high-water elevations and turbidity design criteria defined to preserve the distribution system’s integrity. Prototypes of both intake systems were developed to test accuracy of each actuation method and provide proof of concept for system designs. An operational guide was created, and life-cycle cost was estimated for both control system solutions, influenced by the results of the prototyping.

Project Partners: TDOT

Team Members: Kylie Fair, Chloe Mehelic, Durrett Mckay, Mauro Perez, Jacob Rytina, and Mitchell Tracy

Tennessee Bridge Builders implemented transportation, structural, and construction engineering to design the proposed bridge over Muddy Creek in accordance with TDOT standards. The horizontal and vertical alignment of S.R. 92 were redesigned to connect the propped bridge to the existing roadway. Load analyses were evaluated in the design of superstructure elements. Soil of the site was analyzed, informing the design of substructure elements of the bridge. A hydrological analysis was developed in compliance with TVA requirements to allow construction. A traffic control plan was developed alongside an EPSC plan, informing the design of the construction schedule and cost estimate.

Project Partners: UT Research Park, Barge Design Solutions

Team Members: Jason Camilleri, Jaden Chin, John Earley, Brandon Harrell, Ryan Jones, and Ethan Owen

Based on a site development comparative analysis, a hotel/conference center and parking lot were designed, inclusive of water-related utilities necessary for the new facility. A site layout and grading plan were developed in compliance with the City of Knoxville zoning regulations. A transportation analysis of trip generation, parking generation, and parking provisions were calculated in accordance with ADA and the Knoxville Municipal Code. Domestic, fire, and sanitary sewer utility systems were designed in accordance with City of Knoxville Construction Codes. Structural design loads were calculated, and a steel framing system was designed for the hotel/conference center. Soil samples retrieved from the site were analyzed and a reinforced concrete foundation system was designed in compliance with ACI 318-19. Erosion Protection and Sediment Control (EPSC) measures were selected based on Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) criteria and a schedule was developed to inform an estimate of probable cost for the hotel/conference center development.

Project Partners: City of Maryville, Gresham Smith

Team Members: Karah Godfrey, Laken Jones, Angelica Rose, Mashiyat Akand, and Peyton Myers

KLAMP Engineering was formed in partnership with the City of Maryville and Gresham Smith to propose alternative design options for a new roadway alignment that would alleviate traffic on Hwy 129 and improve connectivity within this local region. The project scope entails that the alignment is a new 3-lane road with a sidewalk on one side and a shared use path on the other side connecting Foch Street to the entrance of Rural King on McCammon Ave. Through the team’s engineering analysis and infrastructure planning, KLAMP Engineering strives to improve roadway navigation for local travelers and prioritize safety overall enhancing the project site.

Project Partners: Benesch

Team Members: Luke Brannon, Avery Burnham, Jace Jenkins, Christian Loor, Preston Ruud, and Ellen Vo

Consistent congestion in the I-65 interstate motivated the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) to widen I-65 from 4 lanes to 6 lanes of traffic. Two alternative bridge designs have been requested by TDOT to accommodate the widening of I-65 over Horseshoe Road: one design has been requested to consist of steel structure and a sloped abutment, while the other has been requested to consist of concrete structure and an integrated abutment. TDOT also requests a construction phasing and traffic control plan to allow the bridge to remain functional during construction, as well as cost estimation for the project. Horseshoe Design Solutions (HDS) was contracted by TDOT to accomplish the bridge redesign with guidance from Benesch.

Project Partners: Knox County, Cannon and Cannon

Team Members: Josiah DeVito, Bailey Dishmon, Derek Durham, Jarrett Hill, Clayton Hollifield, and Juwaan Jefferson

The Knox County Department of Engineering (KCDE) seeks to improve the traffic situation of the existing Northshore / Concord roundabout. Located in West Knox County, Tennessee, the roundabout handles traffic in multiple directions. Despite the roundabout’s efficiency at its original construction in 2007, traffic at the intersection has increased significantly since then, as the structure is located within a high growth area within of the county. The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) made enhancements to the site in 2020 to address past capacity issues, focusing on the southbound approach lane. However, recent growth in the area has caused new strain on transportation infrastructure. Under the mentorship of the KCDE, MME has been tasked with a capacity enhancement project aiming to optimize traffic flow and increase safety at the roundabout.

Project Partners: City of Maryville, Arcadis

Team Members: G rant Busler, Ian Henry, Kristen Theilmann, and Carly Wines

The City of Maryville aims to enhance roadway connectivity and safety along Old Niles Ferry Road through reconstruction of the section of roadway from Montgomery Lane to W. Broadway Avenue. Old Niles Ferry Road, a well-traveled connector, has narrow lane widths and experiences a high volume of traffic. These conditions make travel difficult for pedestrians and bicyclists to safely use the roadway. Old Niles Ferry Road lacks pedestrian and multi-modal infrastructure, creating connectivity issues to local businesses and amenities. To address safety, connectivity, and congestion the client has requested improvements to the existing roadway and the intersections at West Broadway Avenue and Montgomery Lane. The City of Maryville has contracted Tri-Star Engineering to perform a traffic volume analysis and provide design services for the following roadway improvements.

Project Partners: City of McMinnville, James C. Hailey and Co.

Team Members: Blake Atwood, Auston Jackson, and Cody Smith

The City of McMinnville plans to expand Pistole Park by introducing two all-purpose fields, a central concessions/bathrooms building, a fully paved parking lot, and a surrounding walking path. Pistole Park is in desperate need of more fields so it can support more team practices per day. The City desires two artificial turf all-purpose fields with lighting so that teams will be able to practice at night. The City of McMinnville also seeks paved parking, concessions, and more bathrooms for the increased capacity the park has been receiving. They are hoping to receive a new paved parking lot and a central building with a room for concessions, storage, mechanical, and bathrooms. In addition to this plan, the park expansion will need to be surrounded by a paved walking path. AJS Design was contracted to execute the analysis and design of The Pistole Park Expansion Project.

Project Partners: UES (formerly GEOServices), Walnut Bend Homeowner’s Community

Team Members: ​Griffin Barley, Ethan Barnhill, John Diaz, Campbell Jones, and Roy Smith

Walnut Bend is a 17-year-old, gated, lakefront community in Whitesburg, Tennessee and resides in both Hamblen and Hawkins counties. The Walnut Bend Homeowner’s Association (HOA) has contracted Roadway Rehabilitation Services (RRS) to assess the roadway’s condition and develop a potential repair plan. The community is concerned about the roadway’s safety due to erosion and poor drainage conditions. The community currently has seven homes and 56 lots on the property and is expecting significant growth in the future. This will require work in transportation, geotechnical, construction, and water resources engineering.