Project Description and Scope of Work
RMG has completed a geotechnical investigation for the Avatar Riverbend development in Fountain, Colorado. The purpose of the investigation was to evaluate the subsurface soil conditions and provide geotechnical design and construction criteria for the project. These services were provided in accordance with our Proposal and Project Contract No. 161921 dated February 3, 2018.
The Riverbend development consists of two distinct portions, a new residential development of single family homes, and redevelopment of an adjacent commercial strip mall. We understand the commercial strip mall will be rehabilitated and reconfigured to provide dedicated access to the residential development. This report provides roadway and pavement recommendations for the commercial redevelopment, and foundation and earthwork recommendations for the residential development.
The commercial site is located at approximately 5680 S US Hwy 85/87 in El Paso County near the city limits of Fountain, Colorado. The site consists of several retail businesses in a strip mall configuration. We understand existing buildings may be demolished and the site reconfigured to accommodate access to the residential development. The parking area pavement may be rehabilitated or rebuilt.
The residential development is comprised of two parcels. Parcel A is 34 acres of relatively flat land, and Parcel B is 19 acres bordering Fountain Creek and includes a portion of the Fountain Creek floodplain. The site is proposed to be developed in two filings. Filing 1 will include 136 residential lots, and Filing 2 will include 89 residential lots. A full spectrum stormwater detention will most likely be required for this development, as will a sanitary lift station. The location of the site is shown on the Site Vicinity Map, Figure 1.
Existing Site Conditions
The residential site is currently undeveloped land situated between US highway 85/87 and Fountain Creek. It sits behind the commercial strip mall development and appears to have no developed roadway access. The site is vacant and currently vegetated with native shrubs, grass, and weeds. The southern extent of the site drops down to the floodplain of Fountain Creek.