The Dublin Link is now open! Officially opening on March 17, 2020, it is the longest single tower S-shaped suspension bridge in the world.

Awards

The Dublin Link has been recognized with numerous awards since its completion in 2020, including the following:

Pedestrian Bridge

In December 2019, the shoring towers were removed, official suspending Dublin’s suspension bridge! This was a critical step toward completion

Work began in February 2017, and much has been accomplished over the last few years. Here is a list of the major items that have been completed:

• • • Install 41 cables
    • Lower deck
    • Stress cables and conduct survey
    • Raise shoring towers/deck
    • Pour center concrete deck section
    • Lower shoring towers/deck
    • Stress cables and perform survey
    • Raise shoring towers/deck
    • Pour east and west suspension span concrete end sections
    • Install wind vane

Bridge Cables

This is the longest single tower “S” shaped suspension bridge in the world. It is also the only single tower “S” shaped suspension bridge in the world.

There are 43 total cables including one tie-down cable, two main suspension cables, two restrainer cables and 38 hanger cables.

The cables were fabricated in Italy (one of only three companies in the world that produces the type of suspension cables needed for our unique “S” curve bridge). Then, the cables were extensively tested in Germany, before being shipped to the United States.

The Dublin Link Fun Facts

• The world’s single tower S-shaped suspension bridge
• Main tower height of 169 feet – OSU Stadium press box (183 feet tall)
• Suspension span of 500 feet long – nearly 2 football fields
• Total deck length – 760 feet long
• 860,000 pounds (430 tons) of structural steel – weight of a loaded 747 airplane or 355 OSU victory bells
• 350,000 pounds (175 tons) of reinforcing steel – weight of 100 mid-size cars or 145 OSU victory bells (2,420 pounds)
• 1,600 cy of concrete – amount of concrete to build 32 new single family houses (foundations and driveway – 50 cy per house)
• Two suspension cables (120mm diameter) – tensile force in cable of 3,250,000 lbs. each – this force is the weight of 500 adult African Bush Elephants (6.5 tons each)
• Structural Steel was fabricated in Tampa, Florida
• Main and Hanger suspension cables were fabricated in Milano, Italy
• Cables were tested in Braunschweig and Bochum Germany

Iconic Pedestrian Bridge Spanning the Scioto

The Dublin Link spans the Scioto River in the heart of Dublin connecting both the east and west portions of Riverside Crossing Park as well as connecting Dublin’s past and present – from Historic Dublin to the new, thriving Bridge Park mixed-use development. The pedestrian bridge will also serve as an iconic City of Dublin landmark – representing connectivity and inclusivity.

About the Project

The bridge will be 760-foot total length by 14 foot wide. The bridge deck is “S” shaped in plan with a radius of 500 foot and is anchored into the earth at the embankments. Four 65 foot approach spans lead to a 500 foot long suspension span. The deck passes through the “keyhole” of the main tower which is 169 foot tall.

A pedestrian bridge linking the east and west sides of the Scioto River has been envisioned since The Community Plan was adopted in 2007. In early 2017 the City contracted with Kokosing Construction for a cost of $22,603,889 for the construction of the pedestrian bridge.

The bridge is part of $120 million worth of public and private investments taking place in Downtown Dublin over the next couple of years.

Fact Sheet: Dublin’s Iconic Pedestrian & Bicycle Bridge

Project Snapshot

Timeline: Construction planned for 2017 – 2019.

Status

Construction began in early February 2017 and is now substantially complete.

Developer: City of Dublin

Project Team:

Architect: endrestudio
Engineer of Record: T.Y.Lin International
Contractor: Kokosing Construction Company

Location: 6635 Riverside Drive

Envisioned as one of Dublin’s most important civic and natural spaces, the future Riverside Crossing Park encompasses both sides of the Scioto River at the interface between destinations, neighborhoods, the bridge and the river.

The East Plaza is planned as a center for activity and events, featuring a plaza landing, upper and lower terraces, pavilion building, greenspace, seating areas, overlooks, promenade, water features and an interactive bouldering play area.

The West Plaza landing connects the bridge and the heart of Historic Dublin. Still in its early planning stages, the west side of the park will accentuate the natural beauty of the riverbank, with connections to the Indian Run greenway, water access and trail systems.

Current Status

The Dublin Link and Riverside Crossing Park are now open. The north lawn will open in late spring to give the grass time to establish.

About Riverside Crossing Park

The Scioto Riverside Park Master Plan outlines a transformational vision for one of Dublin’s most important civic and natural spaces, which will connect Historic Dublin and the heart of Bridge Park.

Riverside Crossing Park will be part of a broader system of regional parks and local recreational systems, linking to these assets through extensive bicycle/pedestrian facilities, canoe/kayak access points, and scenic natural connections.

The west side of the park is envisioned as a more naturalized area with connections to the Indian Run greenway, water access and trail systems. Future trails to the north and south of the are included in the Park’s Master Plan and will be programmed in the City’s Capital Improvements Program budget in the near future.

The east side of the park is elevated outside of the floodplain and will feature areas for public gatherings and cultural events, recreational programs, pavilion building, planting beds and scenic river overlooks.

The two sides of the park are linked by a pedestrian bridge, with public plazas providing access to restaurants, shops, a library and the broader mix of destinations east and west.

Distinctive Features Include:

• Pedestrian Bridge: The Dublin Link spans the Scioto River in the heart of Dublin connecting both the east and west portions of Riverside Crossing Park as well as connecting Dublin’s past and present – from Historic Dublin to the new, thriving Bridge Park mixed-use development.
• Bridge Landings & Plazas: Centers of park activity and events at the interface between neighborhoods, park and river. These plazas provide the opportunity for active park programming and seasonal activities.
• The Green: Flexible lawn space for festivals, events, passive recreation and leisure. The Green is the central feature of the park on the east side of the Scioto River and creates the setting for a wide range of recreational activities.
• Pathways & Trails: Recreation and immersion in nature within the park as well as connections to the community and river system.
• Indian Run Falls: Creative and sensitive access to one of the most dramatic natural features in the region.
• River Access & Overlooks: Providing views and direct access to water’s edge for fishing, canoeing, kayaking, exploring and education.

A Closer Look at Riverside Crossing Park:

• The east and west sides of Riverside Crossing Park make up a combined 36.29 acres
• Four smart poles provide Wi-Fi access and more to the general public
• Upper plaza and pavilion to provide a shaded gathering space
• The pavilion features a green roof, gas fireplace, and seating area
• Custom guard railing that utilized the leaf and branch patterns from trees along the river
• Recycling, compost and Big Belly trash compactor containers
• Power service available for permitted events
• Several picturesque water features
• Lighting for use in the evening
• Trees within the plaza that require special soil cells and irrigation placed below the pavement, which allow the trees to grow within the urban plaza space
• Boulder play area with artificial turf and fall attenuated padding
• Built-in amphitheater style seating
• Accessible shared use path along the river
• Pedestrian tunnel connection on the north end of the park to cross under Riverside Drive at John Shields Parkway
• Connections to other shared use paths and parks
• Expansive lawn area for recreational use (area closed until late spring 2022 to allow for grass to establish)

Riverside Crossing Park is equipped with four smart poles, modern-day technology to enhanced public safety by way of security cameras and emergency call boxes along with the convenience of free-to-use public Wi-Fi access.

The pavilion is equipped with City-owned fiber optic connectivity to the City’s data center. This provides a communication backbone that many City departments utilize, such as building security and badge readers, to management of The Dublin Link’s lighting control system. Once activated, security cameras and the first wireless access point were installed on the pavilion.

As the construction of the park continued, fiber optics and electrical connections were ran from the pavilion to each of our four smart poles. In addition to the security cameras and Wi-Fi provided at the pavilion, each smart pole provides its own wireless access point, a pair of security cameras, and an emergency call box that dials directly into the City of Dublin’s Northwest Regional Emergency Communications Center (NRECC). NRECC dispatchers are able to access the cameras installed throughout the park to better assess and address any situation, including dispatching emergency services if needed.

In just 30 days after its activation in October 2021, the City saw 610 unique devises join the free Wi-Fi network at the park.

The Scioto Riverside Park Master Plan is a long-term vision for the park, being developed in phases based on available public and private funding. The vision for the park has been instrumental in catalyzing the multi-million-dollar private investments in new developments planned for both sides of the Scioto River, adding to the vibrancy and vitality of Dublin’s civic center and benefitting all residents and businesses of Dublin.

Project Snapshot

Acres:
East side  – 16.61 acres
West side – 19.68 acres

Status:
Construction began in early 2020 and is now substantially complete

Developer:
City of Dublin

Project Team:
City of Dublin
MKSK – Architect/Planner
EMH&T – Project Manager

Timeline:
West Plaza completion – Spring 2020
East Plaza completion – Spring 2021
Upper Plaza/Pavilion – Spring 2021
Lower Plaza – Fall 2021
Great lawn space – Late Spring 2022

Renderings

The City of Dublin is building a four-level, 549-space public parking garage adjacent to the new Dublin branch library with 200 parking spots reserved for library use and the rest available for public parking for Downtown Dublin. Project Snapshot:

Project Snapshot

• The four-level, 549-space public garage will include three pedestrian entrances, two vehicular entrances and a book drop.
• Project cost: $13.3 million paid out of the City of Dublin’s Capital Improvements Program (CIP) budget.
• Timeline: Pending approval of final development plan, construction should begin in 2018.

Status:

• Garage Basic Site Plans approved by Dublin City Council 6.12.17
• In Final Design Process | Garage Presentation

Developer: City of Dublin

Project Team: Designer/architect: Moody Nolan; Engineering: EMH&T; Contractor: Turner Construction

Website: www.dublinohiousa.gov

Demolition and site preparation activities will begin Monday, December 11, 2017 for the new, state-of-the art, Columbus Metropolitan Library Dublin Branch. In addition to the 40,000 square foot library building, this project includes a 550-space public parking garage and several roads, including the new Rock Cress Parkway, North Franklin Street and a rebuilt west North Street.

See more here – http://dublinohiousa.gov/downtown-dublin/

About the Project

The Columbus Metropolitan Library (CML) is building a new 41,000 square foot 21st Century Dublin Branch Library on its current site – doubling the space of the current Dublin Branch Library.

• Basic Site Plan – Columbus Metropolitan Library Dublin Branch 2-24-17
• Basic Site Plan – Columbus Metropolitan Library Dublin Branch Approved by Council 4-24-17 | Presentation 4-24-17

Project Snapshot

• Completion of an agreement between the City and Columbus Metropolitan Library for the construction and occupancy of the building and 500-space parking structure has been finalized.
• The new 41,000 square foot Dublin Branch will include: 3 meeting rooms, 7 study rooms, a larger Homework Help Center, a dedicated Ready for Kindergarten area, community gathering spaces and a café.
• A signature transitional element on or near the library site will represent a meaningful transition from historic to contemporary.
• Project cost: $18.6 million investment from CML. CML will launch a capital fundraising campaign in Dublin to help complete the project enhanced exterior civic plaza.
• Timeline: Pending approval of a final site plan; constructed expected to begin in 2018.

Library

New Library Design Proposal to Dublin City Council

VIDEO: Columbus Metropolitan Library New Building Design Approved 4-24-17

VIDEO: Columbus Metropolitan Library New Building Design Proposal 1-10-17

Status:

• Library Branch and Garage Basic Site Plans approved by Dublin City Council 4.24.17
• CML will relocate the current Dublin library branch during reconstruction. Location TBD.

Developer: Columbus Metropolitan Library

Project Team: Designer/Architect: NBBJ Architects; Engineering: EMH&T, Contractor: Turner Construction

website: www.columbuslibrary.org

About the Project

Crawford Hoying has partnered with international hotelier Shaner Hotel Group to propose a 150-key AC Hotel by Marriott and adjacent 19,000 SF conference center be built as part of Dublin’s Bridge Park neighborhood. The sleek, cosmopolitan-inspired AC Hotel would be only the second in Ohio. AC Hotels are designed in a contemporary, European-inspired fashion. According to Marriott, “the location of each hotel and intrinsic connection with the local area creates the urban soul for the brand.

Project Snapshot

Hotel: Eight story, 150-key

Timeline: Summer 2017

Status:

Basic site plan and development plan approved by City Council on December 7, 2015

Developer: Crawford Hoying

Project Team: Crawford Hoying, Shaner Hotel Group and Moody Nolan

website: http://crawfordhoying.com

Tuller Flats, located on 17 acres near Tuller Road and John Shields Parkway, will feature 420 luxury residences, most with garages. Approximately two-thirds of the residences are one-bedroom garden apartments; one-third are two-bedroom townhomes. The community includes a two-acre public green, perfect for small gatherings and events. This new community is designed to attract empty nesters wishing to remain in Dublin and young professionals who work nearby.

Project Snapshot

• 420 luxury resident units, 1 & 2 bedroom residences for rent
• Two-acre public green
• 17 acres
• Timeline: First 90 units expected to be completed by end of 2016

Status:

Approved: Under construction

Developer: Casto Communities

Project Team: Sullivan Bruck Architects

website: http://tullerflats.com

Charles Penzone is proposing a new Grand Salon to be built on 1.84 acres next to the existing Grand Salon at 6671 Village Parkway.

Project Snapshot

• A contemporary 12,000 square foot salon/spa on the west side of Village Parkway north of the intersection with Shamrock Boulevard.
• Timeline: TBD

Status:

Basic Site and  Development Plans approved by Planning & Zoning 6/9/16.

Project Team: Columbus-based Chute Gerdeman and Meyers & Associates Architecture LLC. 

website: www.CharlesPenzone.com

Project Drawings

Bridge Park is soon to be Dublin’s newest urban, walkable neighborhood complementing Dublin’s vibrant Historic Downtown. Spanning 30 acres along the Scioto River, Bridge Park builds upon Dublin’s rich history of iconic developments and will usher in a new era as a social, commercial and experiential destination. Integrating retail and residential uses within a walkable and inviting neighborhood, Bridge Park will feature condominium homes and apartments, boutique grocery store, retail, office and a hotel and conference center developed in multiple phases over the next few years. The project also will include 3,165 parking spaces – on-street and structured parking garages.

Project Snapshot

• Office: 373,000 SF
• Retail: 120,000 SF
• Food & Beverage: 115,000  SF
• Grocery: 76,000 SF
• Apartments: 720
• For-Sale Condos: 70 units ($350K – $450K)
• Conference Center: 500 person
• Hotel: 150 Key
• Timeline: First delivery Fall 2016

Phase 1 Overview

• Area: 3.47 acres; located east of Riverside Drive, north of the existing intersection with Dale Drive
• Office: 42,644 SF
• Commercial (Retail, Food & Beverage): 55,500 SF
• Apartments: 228 units
• Parking:850 -space parking garage, 44 on-street spaces
  • Bicycle parking –  138  –  room with racks – 30 on street
  • Open space – 2 pedestrian alleys  and 4 neighborhood plazas
• More Information: http://dublinohiousa.gov/pzc/15-052/

Phase 2 Overview

• Area: 4.17 acres; located east of Riverside Drive, south of the existing intersection with Dale Drive
• Office: 61,800 square feet
• Commercial (Retail, Food & Beverage): 36,000 square feet
• Apartments: 213 units
• Parking: 849-space parking garage, 44 on-street spaces
• More Information: http://dublinohiousa.gov/art/15-052

Status:

Under Construction

Developer: Crawford Hoying

Project Team: Moody Nolan, MKSK, EMH&T, Elkus-Manfredi

Information on housing options and leasing please contact Crawford Hoying www.crawfordhoying.com 614.335.2020 | info@crawfordhoying.com

Website: https://bridge-park.com

For residential and commercial leasing information contact Crawford Hoying at:

• Apartments for Rent: 614-335-2001
• Condominiums for Sale: 614-335-2072
• Retail Space: 614-335-2020
• Office Leasing: 614-335-2020
• Development Inquiries: 614-335-2094

Bridge Park West will feature high-end, for-sale condominiums with stunning views of the Scioto River, pedestrian bridge, and Bridge Park to the east. These residences will flow seamlessly into the fabric of Historic Downtown Dublin through a vibrant commercial and food & beverage / retail component which has been designed to blend with the architecture and feel of Dublin.

Project Snapshot

• Office: 15,000 SF
• Retail /Food & Beverage: 15,000 SF
• For-Sale Condos: 41 ($300,000 – $1,700,000)
• Timeline: Fall 2016

Status

Basic Site Plan and Basic Development Plan Approved – In construction

Developer: Crawford Hoying

Project Team: OHM Advisors, Inc.

Website: https://bridge-park.com

Information on housing options and leasing please contact Crawford Hoying www.crawfordhoying.com 614.335.2020 | info@crawfordhoying.com

The Grand is a luxury 132-bed post-acute nursing and rehabilitation care and assisted and independent living community located at Tuller Road and John Shields Parkway. The Grand’s clinical professionals will provide first-class healthcare inspired to elevate the quality of life in a country-club style environment.

Project Snapshot

• 143 beds (100 skilled nursing, 40 assisted living and 3 individual living units, including one 2-bedroom unit)
• 133,000 SF
• Amenities include an indoor  “Main Street” featuring  Digger ‘n’ Finch pub, The Grand Theater, Colle Beans coffee shop, What’s the Scoop ice cream parlor, salon, a pharmacy, various dining areas and state-of-the-art physical therapy and rehabilitation areas. The Grand will also provide employees and community daycare services at The Kiddie Grand (opening  Q1 2016).
• Timeline:Opened Fall 2015

Status:

Complete

Developer: Vrable Healthcare Company

Project Team: JMM Architects and Continental Building Systems

website: www.grandofdublin.com

Project Photos