City of Bowling Green, Kentucky

This project includes the construction of approx. 4,100 LF of an 8’ wide concrete multi-use path along Highland Way, from Nashville Road to Smallhouse Road, to improve pedestrian safety. The project will make the connection from the existing greenway along Smallhouse Road to the proposed pedestrian facilities along Nashville Road. The project will also include ADA compliant ramps at designated locations, pedestrian detection upgrades at the traffic signal at Smallhouse Road and any necessary storm sewer and drainage improvements. Infinity Pipeline, Inc. was awarded the project and construction is underway. Work is anticipated to be completed late this summer.

This project is part of our Annual Greenways Expansion Program and includes the construction of approximately 500 L.F. of 8’ wide concrete multi-use path along Smallhouse Road, from Campbell Lane to Thimblefinger Way to improve pedestrian safety by connecting the existing greenway north of Campbell Lane to the Shawnee Estates and other adjacent neighborhoods. The project will also include the installation of ADA compliant ramps at designated locations and improvements to the storm system as needed. APEX Design Group was awarded the project and construction is underway and will be completed this summer.

The Bowling Green Riverfront Park project on the Barren River includes about 71 acres of City-owned land, connected to the College Street Pedestrian Bridge that connects to Mitch McConnell Park.

The park will include a network of proposed paths and trails that will offer opportunities to connect users with park destinations, activities, nature, and the river’s edge. Proposed pathways will include multiple loops and circuits for walking and jogging while also connecting people to a variety of natural landscapes including meadows, wooded areas, and the riparian edge of the Barren River. These pathways also provide connectivity between more active areas proposed in the park including play areas, performance lawns, food truck areas, interactive water features, and a canopy walk elevated in the trees.

Throughout the park, there will be several opportunities for park users to engage in unique play and recreation areas from a sculpted bouldering wall to themed play spaces for younger users.

Scott and Murphy, Inc. was awarded Phase I construction which began last winter. This phase of construction includes a new boat ramp to provide access to the Barren River. Additionally parking areas and sidewalks are underway to prepare for the next phase of construction. The project also includes landscaping and planting of trees, shrubs, meadow and turf areas, as well as installation of site furnishings such as benches, tables, receptacles, and bike racks.

Phase II is currently in the design phase and is anticipated to start later this year.

This project is for the design, property acquisition, and construction of a small roundabout at the intersection of Tomblinson Way at the entrance to Preston Miller Park. Given the success of roundabouts in other areas of the City, the decision was made to evaluate other locations where traffic flow could be improved with the installation of smaller roundabouts. Converting the existing 3-way stop intersection to a roundabout will provide better traffic flow for motorists accessing both the park as well as the two densely populated residential areas adjacent to the park.

The project was awarded to Scotty’s Contracting and Stone and began earlier this spring. Construction is substantially complete.

The City dedicates funding each year to evaluate existing sidewalks throughout the city and make repairs to provide pedestrians a reliable and safe transportation alternative. The emphasis is on replacement of broken, uneven sidewalks and minor associated curb and gutter repair. Additionally, staff inspects and recommends improvements that will allow for ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) compliance according to federal standards.

In the current fiscal year the City has contracted with Baker Contracting in the amount of $400,000 to address numerous locations on the West End of the city and along portion of Center Street to address aging sidewalk and ADA concerns.