Our River\u2026
\nOur Riverfront<\/p><\/h1><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n
Current Project Timeline<\/h1><\/div>\nPhase IV – Construction Phase Services<\/strong><\/h3>\nSeptember 2024 | Bid Prequalification Process and Advertising<\/p>\n
October 2024 | Bids Open<\/p>\n
December 2024 | CMc Contract Issued<\/p>\n
January 2025 | Construction Prep<\/p>\n
March 2025 | Mobilization \/ Construction Begins<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
Phase III – Final Design and Engineering<\/strong><\/h3>\nJanuary – October 2020 | Construction Documents<\/p>\n
Period of Regulatory Correspondence<\/p>\n
December 2022 | Receive Permits from INDNR<\/p>\n
August 2023 |Received Permits from IDEM<\/p>\n
September 2023| Received Permits from USACE<\/p>\n
November 2023 | Engage CMc<\/p>\n
\u00a0October 2019<\/strong><\/h2>\nProject Drawings Submitted for Permitting<\/strong><\/p>\nOn October 24, 2019, the design team official submitted the project to the INDNR for permits.<\/p>\n
\u00a0January 2018 \u2013 September 2019<\/strong><\/h2>\nRiverfront Master Plan Presented<\/strong><\/p>\nOn January 22, 2018, Hitchcock Design Group presented the Columbus Redevelopment Commission with the final concept for the Columbus Riverfront project. Go back to the top of the page for the final concept presentation.\u200b<\/p>\n
Riverfront Plan Refined & Developed<\/strong><\/p>\nAfter receiving feed back from the Master Plan presentation, the design team began design development of the Riverfront. This months long phase required coordination with State Agencies and Community Groups. Development of the project led to four Agency Requested Modifications to the Master Plan:\u200b<\/p>\n
Modification #1<\/strong>
\n\u2013 Incorporated fish passage channel
\n\u2013 Moved pedestrian trail above the ordinary high water mark
\n\u2013 Eliminated mid-river universal access point<\/p>\nModification #2<\/strong>
\n\u2013 Moved pedestrian trail towards the top of the bank
\n\u2013 Provided riparian habitat corridor along river bank\u200b<\/p>\nModification #3<\/strong>
\n\u2013 Incorporated rock arch ramp structure
\n\u2013 Reduced amount of grout required in the structure<\/p>\nModification #4<\/strong>
\n\u2013 Reduced amount of grout required in the structure<\/p>\n\u00a0November 2017<\/strong><\/h2>\nPublic Open House<\/strong><\/p>\nOn November 8th, Hitchcock Design Group presented their concept for the re-envisioned Riverfront! More than 75 people attended the open house to hear an informative presentation and ask questions.<\/p>\n<\/div>
Riverfront Design Team meets with the Columbus Redevelopment Commission (CRC)<\/h3>\n
On November 30th, 2017, Hitchcock Design Group presented their concept for the re-envisioned Riverfront to the Columbus Redevelopment Commission!<\/p>\n<\/div>
View the Powerpoint Presentation<\/span><\/a><\/div>![](\"https:\/\/www.columbus.in.gov\/redevelopment\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/02\/Screen-Shot-2023-02-24-at-2.24.07-PM.png\" "\\"Screen")
<\/span><\/div>\nPresentation Boards<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>![](\"https:\/\/www.columbus.in.gov\/redevelopment\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/02\/Screen-Shot-2023-02-24-at-2.24.40-PM.png\")
<\/a><\/span><\/div>View a PDF of the presentation boards<\/span><\/a><\/div>\nGraphic Renderings<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>![](\"https:\/\/www.columbus.in.gov\/redevelopment\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/02\/Screen-Shot-2023-02-24-at-2.27.11-PM.png\")
<\/a><\/span><\/div>View a PDF of the graphic renderings<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/i> October 2017<\/h3>\n<\/div>Riverfront team meets with regulatory agencies<\/h3>\n
The Columbus Riverfront team met with several regulatory agencies about the Riverfront project. Folks from IDEM, DNR, and USACOE gathered on site to review the preliminary concepts, walk the site, and give their first impressions of the project and how it looks through \u2018regulatory lenses\u2019. We had some great discussions, learned some new information, and are ready to move forward with completing the conceptual vision of the Riverfront! Listed below are the agencies that were present at the meeting:<\/p>\n
\u200b<\/p>\n
US ACOE
\nDNR \u2013 Division of Water
\nDNR \u2013 Fish & Wildlife
\nDNR \u2013 Division of Historic Preservation and Archeology
\nIDEM \u2013 Land Quality
\nIDEM \u2013 Water Quality<\/p>\n<\/div>
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<\/span><\/div><\/i> July 2017<\/h3>\n<\/div>A Preliminary Concept is Chosen!<\/h3>\n
The design process for a project of this magnitude involves an abundance of research, collaboration, and input from stakeholders like you. After months of research, Hitchcock Design Group has evaluated the collected data to develop a conceptual design for the east and west banks of the river.<\/p>\n
The sinuosity of this design concept mimics the smooth and flowing lines that define Mill Race Park, and uses a similar and readily available material pallet of limestone and concrete. By aesthetically tying the Columbus Riverfront to Mill Race Park, Hitchcock Design Group is creating a cohesive aesthetic along the Riverfront, providing a seamless transition while traveling in and along the river.<\/p>\n<\/div>
![](\"https:\/\/www.columbus.in.gov\/redevelopment\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/02\/SKM_C554e17081611370-scaled.jpg\" "\\"SKM_C554e17081611370\\"")
<\/span><\/div><\/i> April 2017<\/h3>\n<\/div>Community Workshop<\/h3>\n
We had a great turn out for our community workshop on April 5th and 6th! Click on the link below to view the presentation that was given at the workshop.<\/p>\n<\/div>
Phase IV – Construction Phase Services<\/strong><\/h3>\nSeptember 2024 | Bid Prequalification Process and Advertising<\/p>\n
October 2024 | Bids Open<\/p>\n
December 2024 | CMc Contract Issued<\/p>\n
January 2025 | Construction Prep<\/p>\n
March 2025 | Mobilization \/ Construction Begins<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
Phase III – Final Design and Engineering<\/strong><\/h3>\nJanuary – October 2020 | Construction Documents<\/p>\n
Period of Regulatory Correspondence<\/p>\n
December 2022 | Receive Permits from INDNR<\/p>\n
August 2023 |Received Permits from IDEM<\/p>\n
September 2023| Received Permits from USACE<\/p>\n
November 2023 | Engage CMc<\/p>\n
\u00a0October 2019<\/strong><\/h2>\nProject Drawings Submitted for Permitting<\/strong><\/p>\nOn October 24, 2019, the design team official submitted the project to the INDNR for permits.<\/p>\n
\u00a0January 2018 \u2013 September 2019<\/strong><\/h2>\nRiverfront Master Plan Presented<\/strong><\/p>\nOn January 22, 2018, Hitchcock Design Group presented the Columbus Redevelopment Commission with the final concept for the Columbus Riverfront project. Go back to the top of the page for the final concept presentation.\u200b<\/p>\n
Riverfront Plan Refined & Developed<\/strong><\/p>\nAfter receiving feed back from the Master Plan presentation, the design team began design development of the Riverfront. This months long phase required coordination with State Agencies and Community Groups. Development of the project led to four Agency Requested Modifications to the Master Plan:\u200b<\/p>\n
Modification #1<\/strong>
\n\u2013 Incorporated fish passage channel
\n\u2013 Moved pedestrian trail above the ordinary high water mark
\n\u2013 Eliminated mid-river universal access point<\/p>\nModification #2<\/strong>
\n\u2013 Moved pedestrian trail towards the top of the bank
\n\u2013 Provided riparian habitat corridor along river bank\u200b<\/p>\nModification #3<\/strong>
\n\u2013 Incorporated rock arch ramp structure
\n\u2013 Reduced amount of grout required in the structure<\/p>\nModification #4<\/strong>
\n\u2013 Reduced amount of grout required in the structure<\/p>\n\u00a0November 2017<\/strong><\/h2>\nPublic Open House<\/strong><\/p>\nOn November 8th, Hitchcock Design Group presented their concept for the re-envisioned Riverfront! More than 75 people attended the open house to hear an informative presentation and ask questions.<\/p>\n<\/div>
Riverfront Design Team meets with the Columbus Redevelopment Commission (CRC)<\/h3>\n
On November 30th, 2017, Hitchcock Design Group presented their concept for the re-envisioned Riverfront to the Columbus Redevelopment Commission!<\/p>\n<\/div>
View the Powerpoint Presentation<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/span><\/div>\nPresentation Boards<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/a><\/span><\/div>View a PDF of the presentation boards<\/span><\/a><\/div>\nGraphic Renderings<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/a><\/span><\/div>View a PDF of the graphic renderings<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/i> October 2017<\/h3>\n<\/div>Riverfront team meets with regulatory agencies<\/h3>\n
The Columbus Riverfront team met with several regulatory agencies about the Riverfront project. Folks from IDEM, DNR, and USACOE gathered on site to review the preliminary concepts, walk the site, and give their first impressions of the project and how it looks through \u2018regulatory lenses\u2019. We had some great discussions, learned some new information, and are ready to move forward with completing the conceptual vision of the Riverfront! Listed below are the agencies that were present at the meeting:<\/p>\n
\u200b<\/p>\n
US ACOE
\nDNR \u2013 Division of Water
\nDNR \u2013 Fish & Wildlife
\nDNR \u2013 Division of Historic Preservation and Archeology
\nIDEM \u2013 Land Quality
\nIDEM \u2013 Water Quality<\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/span><\/div><\/i> July 2017<\/h3>\n<\/div>A Preliminary Concept is Chosen!<\/h3>\n
The design process for a project of this magnitude involves an abundance of research, collaboration, and input from stakeholders like you. After months of research, Hitchcock Design Group has evaluated the collected data to develop a conceptual design for the east and west banks of the river.<\/p>\n
The sinuosity of this design concept mimics the smooth and flowing lines that define Mill Race Park, and uses a similar and readily available material pallet of limestone and concrete. By aesthetically tying the Columbus Riverfront to Mill Race Park, Hitchcock Design Group is creating a cohesive aesthetic along the Riverfront, providing a seamless transition while traveling in and along the river.<\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/span><\/div><\/i> April 2017<\/h3>\n<\/div>Community Workshop<\/h3>\n
We had a great turn out for our community workshop on April 5th and 6th! Click on the link below to view the presentation that was given at the workshop.<\/p>\n<\/div>
January – October 2020 | Construction Documents<\/p>\n
Period of Regulatory Correspondence<\/p>\n
December 2022 | Receive Permits from INDNR<\/p>\n
August 2023 |Received Permits from IDEM<\/p>\n
September 2023| Received Permits from USACE<\/p>\n
November 2023 | Engage CMc<\/p>\n
\u00a0October 2019<\/strong><\/h2>\nProject Drawings Submitted for Permitting<\/strong><\/p>\nOn October 24, 2019, the design team official submitted the project to the INDNR for permits.<\/p>\n
\u00a0January 2018 \u2013 September 2019<\/strong><\/h2>\nRiverfront Master Plan Presented<\/strong><\/p>\nOn January 22, 2018, Hitchcock Design Group presented the Columbus Redevelopment Commission with the final concept for the Columbus Riverfront project. Go back to the top of the page for the final concept presentation.\u200b<\/p>\n
Riverfront Plan Refined & Developed<\/strong><\/p>\nAfter receiving feed back from the Master Plan presentation, the design team began design development of the Riverfront. This months long phase required coordination with State Agencies and Community Groups. Development of the project led to four Agency Requested Modifications to the Master Plan:\u200b<\/p>\n
Modification #1<\/strong>
\n\u2013 Incorporated fish passage channel
\n\u2013 Moved pedestrian trail above the ordinary high water mark
\n\u2013 Eliminated mid-river universal access point<\/p>\nModification #2<\/strong>
\n\u2013 Moved pedestrian trail towards the top of the bank
\n\u2013 Provided riparian habitat corridor along river bank\u200b<\/p>\nModification #3<\/strong>
\n\u2013 Incorporated rock arch ramp structure
\n\u2013 Reduced amount of grout required in the structure<\/p>\nModification #4<\/strong>
\n\u2013 Reduced amount of grout required in the structure<\/p>\n\u00a0November 2017<\/strong><\/h2>\nPublic Open House<\/strong><\/p>\nOn November 8th, Hitchcock Design Group presented their concept for the re-envisioned Riverfront! More than 75 people attended the open house to hear an informative presentation and ask questions.<\/p>\n<\/div>
Riverfront Design Team meets with the Columbus Redevelopment Commission (CRC)<\/h3>\n
On November 30th, 2017, Hitchcock Design Group presented their concept for the re-envisioned Riverfront to the Columbus Redevelopment Commission!<\/p>\n<\/div>
View the Powerpoint Presentation<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/span><\/div>\nPresentation Boards<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/a><\/span><\/div>View a PDF of the presentation boards<\/span><\/a><\/div>\nGraphic Renderings<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/a><\/span><\/div>View a PDF of the graphic renderings<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/i> October 2017<\/h3>\n<\/div>Riverfront team meets with regulatory agencies<\/h3>\n
The Columbus Riverfront team met with several regulatory agencies about the Riverfront project. Folks from IDEM, DNR, and USACOE gathered on site to review the preliminary concepts, walk the site, and give their first impressions of the project and how it looks through \u2018regulatory lenses\u2019. We had some great discussions, learned some new information, and are ready to move forward with completing the conceptual vision of the Riverfront! Listed below are the agencies that were present at the meeting:<\/p>\n
\u200b<\/p>\n
US ACOE
\nDNR \u2013 Division of Water
\nDNR \u2013 Fish & Wildlife
\nDNR \u2013 Division of Historic Preservation and Archeology
\nIDEM \u2013 Land Quality
\nIDEM \u2013 Water Quality<\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/span><\/div><\/i> July 2017<\/h3>\n<\/div>A Preliminary Concept is Chosen!<\/h3>\n
The design process for a project of this magnitude involves an abundance of research, collaboration, and input from stakeholders like you. After months of research, Hitchcock Design Group has evaluated the collected data to develop a conceptual design for the east and west banks of the river.<\/p>\n
The sinuosity of this design concept mimics the smooth and flowing lines that define Mill Race Park, and uses a similar and readily available material pallet of limestone and concrete. By aesthetically tying the Columbus Riverfront to Mill Race Park, Hitchcock Design Group is creating a cohesive aesthetic along the Riverfront, providing a seamless transition while traveling in and along the river.<\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/span><\/div><\/i> April 2017<\/h3>\n<\/div>Community Workshop<\/h3>\n
We had a great turn out for our community workshop on April 5th and 6th! Click on the link below to view the presentation that was given at the workshop.<\/p>\n<\/div>
On October 24, 2019, the design team official submitted the project to the INDNR for permits.<\/p>\n
\u00a0January 2018 \u2013 September 2019<\/strong><\/h2>\nRiverfront Master Plan Presented<\/strong><\/p>\nOn January 22, 2018, Hitchcock Design Group presented the Columbus Redevelopment Commission with the final concept for the Columbus Riverfront project. Go back to the top of the page for the final concept presentation.\u200b<\/p>\n
Riverfront Plan Refined & Developed<\/strong><\/p>\nAfter receiving feed back from the Master Plan presentation, the design team began design development of the Riverfront. This months long phase required coordination with State Agencies and Community Groups. Development of the project led to four Agency Requested Modifications to the Master Plan:\u200b<\/p>\n
Modification #1<\/strong>
\n\u2013 Incorporated fish passage channel
\n\u2013 Moved pedestrian trail above the ordinary high water mark
\n\u2013 Eliminated mid-river universal access point<\/p>\nModification #2<\/strong>
\n\u2013 Moved pedestrian trail towards the top of the bank
\n\u2013 Provided riparian habitat corridor along river bank\u200b<\/p>\nModification #3<\/strong>
\n\u2013 Incorporated rock arch ramp structure
\n\u2013 Reduced amount of grout required in the structure<\/p>\nModification #4<\/strong>
\n\u2013 Reduced amount of grout required in the structure<\/p>\n\u00a0November 2017<\/strong><\/h2>\nPublic Open House<\/strong><\/p>\nOn November 8th, Hitchcock Design Group presented their concept for the re-envisioned Riverfront! More than 75 people attended the open house to hear an informative presentation and ask questions.<\/p>\n<\/div>
Riverfront Design Team meets with the Columbus Redevelopment Commission (CRC)<\/h3>\n
On November 30th, 2017, Hitchcock Design Group presented their concept for the re-envisioned Riverfront to the Columbus Redevelopment Commission!<\/p>\n<\/div>
View the Powerpoint Presentation<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/span><\/div>\nPresentation Boards<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/a><\/span><\/div>View a PDF of the presentation boards<\/span><\/a><\/div>\nGraphic Renderings<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/a><\/span><\/div>View a PDF of the graphic renderings<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/i> October 2017<\/h3>\n<\/div>Riverfront team meets with regulatory agencies<\/h3>\n
The Columbus Riverfront team met with several regulatory agencies about the Riverfront project. Folks from IDEM, DNR, and USACOE gathered on site to review the preliminary concepts, walk the site, and give their first impressions of the project and how it looks through \u2018regulatory lenses\u2019. We had some great discussions, learned some new information, and are ready to move forward with completing the conceptual vision of the Riverfront! Listed below are the agencies that were present at the meeting:<\/p>\n
\u200b<\/p>\n
US ACOE
\nDNR \u2013 Division of Water
\nDNR \u2013 Fish & Wildlife
\nDNR \u2013 Division of Historic Preservation and Archeology
\nIDEM \u2013 Land Quality
\nIDEM \u2013 Water Quality<\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/span><\/div><\/i> July 2017<\/h3>\n<\/div>A Preliminary Concept is Chosen!<\/h3>\n
The design process for a project of this magnitude involves an abundance of research, collaboration, and input from stakeholders like you. After months of research, Hitchcock Design Group has evaluated the collected data to develop a conceptual design for the east and west banks of the river.<\/p>\n
The sinuosity of this design concept mimics the smooth and flowing lines that define Mill Race Park, and uses a similar and readily available material pallet of limestone and concrete. By aesthetically tying the Columbus Riverfront to Mill Race Park, Hitchcock Design Group is creating a cohesive aesthetic along the Riverfront, providing a seamless transition while traveling in and along the river.<\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/span><\/div><\/i> April 2017<\/h3>\n<\/div>Community Workshop<\/h3>\n
We had a great turn out for our community workshop on April 5th and 6th! Click on the link below to view the presentation that was given at the workshop.<\/p>\n<\/div>
On January 22, 2018, Hitchcock Design Group presented the Columbus Redevelopment Commission with the final concept for the Columbus Riverfront project. Go back to the top of the page for the final concept presentation.\u200b<\/p>\n
Riverfront Plan Refined & Developed<\/strong><\/p>\n After receiving feed back from the Master Plan presentation, the design team began design development of the Riverfront. This months long phase required coordination with State Agencies and Community Groups. Development of the project led to four Agency Requested Modifications to the Master Plan:\u200b<\/p>\n Modification #1<\/strong> Modification #2<\/strong> Modification #3<\/strong> Modification #4<\/strong> Public Open House<\/strong><\/p>\n On November 8th, Hitchcock Design Group presented their concept for the re-envisioned Riverfront! More than 75 people attended the open house to hear an informative presentation and ask questions.<\/p>\n<\/div> On November 30th, 2017, Hitchcock Design Group presented their concept for the re-envisioned Riverfront to the Columbus Redevelopment Commission!<\/p>\n<\/div> The Columbus Riverfront team met with several regulatory agencies about the Riverfront project. Folks from IDEM, DNR, and USACOE gathered on site to review the preliminary concepts, walk the site, and give their first impressions of the project and how it looks through \u2018regulatory lenses\u2019. We had some great discussions, learned some new information, and are ready to move forward with completing the conceptual vision of the Riverfront! Listed below are the agencies that were present at the meeting:<\/p>\n \u200b<\/p>\n US ACOE The design process for a project of this magnitude involves an abundance of research, collaboration, and input from stakeholders like you. After months of research, Hitchcock Design Group has evaluated the collected data to develop a conceptual design for the east and west banks of the river.<\/p>\n The sinuosity of this design concept mimics the smooth and flowing lines that define Mill Race Park, and uses a similar and readily available material pallet of limestone and concrete. By aesthetically tying the Columbus Riverfront to Mill Race Park, Hitchcock Design Group is creating a cohesive aesthetic along the Riverfront, providing a seamless transition while traveling in and along the river.<\/p>\n<\/div> We had a great turn out for our community workshop on April 5th and 6th! Click on the link below to view the presentation that was given at the workshop.<\/p>\n<\/div>
\n\u2013 Incorporated fish passage channel
\n\u2013 Moved pedestrian trail above the ordinary high water mark
\n\u2013 Eliminated mid-river universal access point<\/p>\n
\n\u2013 Moved pedestrian trail towards the top of the bank
\n\u2013 Provided riparian habitat corridor along river bank\u200b<\/p>\n
\n\u2013 Incorporated rock arch ramp structure
\n\u2013 Reduced amount of grout required in the structure<\/p>\n
\n\u2013 Reduced amount of grout required in the structure<\/p>\n\u00a0November 2017<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Riverfront Design Team meets with the Columbus Redevelopment Commission (CRC)<\/h3>\n
<\/span><\/div>Presentation Boards<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>
<\/a><\/span><\/div>Graphic Renderings<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>
<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/i> October 2017<\/h3>\n<\/div>
Riverfront team meets with regulatory agencies<\/h3>\n
\nDNR \u2013 Division of Water
\nDNR \u2013 Fish & Wildlife
\nDNR \u2013 Division of Historic Preservation and Archeology
\nIDEM \u2013 Land Quality
\nIDEM \u2013 Water Quality<\/p>\n<\/div><\/span><\/div><\/i> July 2017<\/h3>\n<\/div>
A Preliminary Concept is Chosen!<\/h3>\n
<\/span><\/div><\/i> April 2017<\/h3>\n<\/div>
Community Workshop<\/h3>\n
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