Omaha`s Historic Boulevard System: Master Plan

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HISTORIC
B O U L E V A R D S MASTER
Y S TLAN
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OMAHA’S
PREPARED BY
CITY OF OMAHA PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT
JANUARY 2013
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Omaha’s Historic
Boulevard System
Master Plan
TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S
Introduction2
SECTION 1 | Preserving Our Past: Historical Introduction
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SECTION 2 | Boulevard Guiding Principles
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SECTION 3 | Boulevard Recommendations by Segment
Criteria Definition - Overview
Belvedere Boulevard
Carter Boulevard
Deer Park Boulevard
Florence Boulevard
Fontenelle Boulevard
Hanscom Boulevard
Happy Hollow Boulevard
John Creighton Boulevard
Lincoln Boulevard
Mercer Boulevard
Minne Lusa Boulevard
Paxton Boulevard
Riverview Boulevard
Spring Lake Park Drive
Turner Boulevard
Woolworth Avenue
SECTION 4 | Implementation
The Historic System
Boulevard Connections
Wayfinding and Identification
SECTION 5 | Graphic Glossary of Terms
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“Public Parks are not merely a convenience or luxury, they are an absolute
necessity to every great city. With a system of parks there must be boulevards,
forming as it were a chain or belt of pleasure resorts.”
(Art Work of Omaha, W.H. Parish Publishing Co., 1896)
INTRODUCTION
The following guidelines are meant to provide project
managers, city staff and consultants with a design
decision-making tool to ensure the preservation of,
or expectations for, improvements within the historic
Omaha Boulevard System. These guidelines provide a
balance of historic design standards for these important
roadways with today’s traffic safety standards.
Public support for preservation of the system is strongly
illustrated through comments received in the master
planning process. Preserving historic integrity was
ranked one of the highest among considerations for the
system moving forward, followed by maintaining the
system in terms of roadway and walk surface, curbs,
tree trimming, etc.
Omaha- 20th & Dodge St. looking west, taken c.1892 -1912
(Source: Omaha Public Library, 2012)
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HISTORY OF THE OMAHA BOULEVARD SYSTEM
The Omaha Boulevard System Master Plan compliments
the city’s past efforts to catalogue, acknowledge and
preserve this remarkable city-defining resource for
future generations. As traffic increases and pressure on
the existing system mounts from a variety of fronts it is
important to remember the original aspirations for the
system so its contribution to Omaha’s quality of life and
economic vitality is not lost.
The Boulevard System is a legacy left by the leadership
of George L. Miller, president of Omaha’s first Board of
Park Commissioners in 1889. One of the Board’s first
actions was to commission H.W.S. Cleveland, visionary
landscape architect of the late 1800’s, to design a
comprehensive, interconnected park system for the City.
His interest and goals are expressed in the following
quotations from his writing, Suggestions for a system
of Parks and Parkways for the City of Minneapolis, 1883:
»» He saw purchasing land for such a system as “a wise and safe investment” that would “render a
city attractive to strangers, while strengthening the local pride and affection of the inhabitants”.
»» Through establishment and maintenance of the system he saw that “the beauties of nature may
be had almost without cost”.
»» His insight was notably prescient in realizing that “the bearing upon the work you have in hand
is of tenfold more importance than the mere beautifying of your streets” and “this is a work for
all time”.
Mr. Cleveland truly believed, and it has largely come to
pass, that such a system of parks and interconnected
green space would enhance and protect property values
and provide access to nature and its benefits within the
developing community.
Omaha is working to celebrate and build on this legacy
with preservation of the Boulevard System. It is an
important foundation for implementing the city’s vision
of becoming a more vibrant, livable and walkable city
with a high quality of life. The historic system is the
beginning of the city’s Green Streets initiative and the
backbone of a strong environmental ethic.
Drive through Elmwood Park
(Source: Omaha Public Library, 2012)
S E C T I O N 1 | P R E SE RV I N G O U R P A ST
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BOULEVARD GUIDING PRINCIPLES
The most important aspect of the Master Plan is
the preparation of design guidelines which set out
expectations related to future preservation of the
system. In support of maintaining historic integrity as
the primary driver for the guidelines, they largely reflect
maintaining what “is” or replacing what “was”. The
following Guiding Principles were developed with the
help of citizens and city staff as a foundation for design
criteria and were based on a thorough site investigation
of the system as it exists today.
1.Preservation of existing trees is
paramount. Avoiding removal or
damage is a primary objective.
2.Preserve existing center medians,
curb radii, intersections and islands,
construct “new” traffic solutions such as
turn lanes, round-a-bouts, bulb-outs, etc.
only as a final measure to ensure safety
of motorists and pedestrians. Consider
first improvements to the network grid
to solve problems rather than changes to
the boulevard.
3.Preserve current horizontal and vertical
alignment of Boulevards.
4.Implement way-finding and
identification throughout the system.
This is important to the preservation
of the system. Create an identification
package unique to the system and
implement overtime. This may include
streetlights and appropriate signs.
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S ECTION 2 | B OU LEVA RD G U I D I N G P RI N C I P L E S
5.Preserve and enhance the long, linear
expanse of parkway lawn existing in
most boulevard corridors. Prevent
new curb cuts, parking bays in right-ofway and widening, or addition of new
driveways. Maintain historic building
setback.
6.Make use of the existing pavement
width to meet multi-modal needs.
7.Prevent placement of overhead power
lines within or adjacent to the R.O.W.
Bury or relocate those that exist as the
opportunity arises. Allow placement
of infrastructure facilities below ground
only.
8.Restore historical connections where
economically feasible and important to
the community-wide roadway network.
Create new connections where
historic connections are not feasible.
New connections could occur where
improvements would provide multiple
benefits such as bicycle, pedestrian and
community enhancement.
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BOULEVARD RECOMMENDATIONS BY SEGMENT
It was clear from the inventory process that one-size
does not fit all of the boulevards, nor will a single set
of guidelines be helpful to preservation of the system.
Therefore, the Boulevard Master Plan Design Guidelines
identify segments with tailored recommendations for
each piece. For each segment, the guidelines present
general information including:
»» Segment Length
»» Right-of-Way Width
»» Average Daily Traffic, if available
»» Adjacent Land Use
»» Important Features and Considerations
»» Implementation
Opportunities
Support for Recommendations
and/or
Policy
The Segment recommendations are listed alphabetically
by the name of Boulevard.
The road right-of-way on a single boulevard can vary
from industrial, with minimal sidewalks, to a serene
park setting, to a residential street with wide parkway
areas.
S E C T I O N 3 | B O U L E VA R D S E GM EN TS
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The following is an overview of the recommendation criteria specific
to each segment of the boulevard system. For further information/
illustration of criteria refer to the graphic glossary, pg. 120.
1. Pavement Width, Existing and Ideal
This includes recommendations by segment for ideal pavement width.
In some cases it will include parking accommodation, in some bicycle
facilities, and in others both. Elevn foot (11 ft.) travel lanes and eight foot
(8’) parking lanes are desirable, however there may be some segments
where recommendations differ to accomplish bicycle accommodation
or traffic calming.
2. Number of Through Lanes
Also includes identification of one-way or two-way traffic.
3. Truck Traffic
ROAD, R.O.W., & TRAFFIC
Whether or not the segment is an approved Truck Route and therefore
allows anything other than incidental truck traffic by vehicles with more
than two axles.
4. On-Street Parking
Whether or not the route includes or is desired to include on-street
parking.
5. Curb Return Radius
Radius of existing curb return and recommended curb radius, if different.
This feature is important to historic integrity. Where adjacent land
uses and amount of traffic permits, radii should be restored to historic
condition.
6. Maximum Speed
Defines maximum segment speed.
7. Median, Existing and Ideal
Whether there is a median or not, whether one is proposed and the
width of the median.
8. Signalized Intersections
The existence of signalized intersections in the segment and noting the
necessity to meet traffic warrants before signalization is considered.
9. Crosswalks
Install Boulevard Standard Crosswalks, standard to be designed as part
of the way-finding and identity package on pg. 116. It is understood
that implementation of this item will occur as money is available.
10. Driveways and Curb Cuts
These are proposed to be a maximum of 15’ unless the segment is in
a commercial area. Historical configurations (radius instead of flares)
should be the default when repair or replacement takes place.
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S ECTION 3 | B OU LEVA RD S EG M EN T S
11. Traffic Calming
12. Bike Facilities
This notes the appropriate facility (i.e. bike lane, sharrow or asymmetric
sharrow) for the segment. It is recognized that there may be innovative
approaches to bicycle accommodation that go beyond those identified,
and should be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. It is a goal of this plan
to provide multi-modal connectivity within the entire system.
13. Building Setback
To match setback of existing structures along the boulevard.
14. Street Lighting
Install Boulevard Standard Streetlights or create an identity for use of
existing streetlights. Standard to be designed as part of the way-finding
and identity package. It is understood that implementation of this item
will occur as money is available.
ROAD, R.O.W., & TRAFFIC
This item identifies acceptable traffic calming opportunities that may
provide multiple benefits to motorists as well as cyclists/pedestrians
specific to the site conditions of the segment. Appropriate traffic
calming devices, as defined by the Omaha Traffic Calming Program
include: speed humps, raised intersections, on-street parking, reduced
lane width, traffic circles (as a last option) and street trees. Any new
traffic calming device or method require Parks Staff and UDRB approval.
15. Utilities
Allow utility boxes, lines and related infrastructure below ground only,
median green space is to be left intact and undisturbed by such facilities.
If the opportunity to relocate or bury power lines arises, it should be
taken.
16. Fencing
Fencing should not extend beyond the building setback line identified
above.
Five foot is the desired minimum sidewalk width, occurring on both sides
of street where site conditions allow. It is understood that improvements
will match existing unless an entire block is being reconstructed.
18. Trails/Sidepaths
This designates if a trail or sidepath is appropriate to the segment.
Locations are consistent with the city’s Transportation Master Plan.
19. Street Tree Configuration
This identifies appropriate tree placement and whether trees should be
symmetrical or informal in nature. This depends largely upon what is
existing. It is important to provide continuous tree canopy as envisioned
by Cleveland by filling gaps where possible.
LANDSCAPE,
AESTHETICS &
DESIGN
17. Sidewalks
20.Tree Species
This refers to the tree species groupings identified in Omaha’s Green
Streets manual. There may also be some segments identifying a specific
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dominant tree species that exists and should be preserved/restored due
to its impact on the aesthetic of the boulevard.
21. Parkway Lawn
Parkway Lawn is the area from the back of curb to the edge of sidewalk.
The recommendations indicate the ideal Parkway Lawn in a particular
segment. There may be some that exist that are smaller, but they are
considered “grandfathered in”.
LANDSCAPE, AESTHETICS & DESIGN
22. Stormwater BMP’s
Generally speaking, stormwater BMP’s are acceptable when designed to
compliment historic context and result in needed water quality benefit.
The Environmental Quality Control Division of Public Works is a good
resource for alternative approaches and their suitability in a variety
of conditions. Any new approaches should be carefully reviewed for
consistency of landscape aesthetic by the Parks Department. New
approaches are subject to Urban Design Review Board approval (UDRB)
with Park Staff Recommendation.
23. Water Features
By Park Board Approval
24.Artwork & Ornamentation
By Park Board and Public Arts Commission Approval
25. Memorials & Monuments
26.Wayfinding & Signage
Install Boulevard Standard Wayfinding and Signage, standard to
be designed as part of the identity package. It is understood that
implementation of this item will occur as money is available. See pg. 116
for further information.
27. Banners/Flower Baskets
By UDRB Approval. Should be consistent in nature to existing character,
street lights and wayfinding/signage. Where no existing elements exist
reference the Omaha Streetscape Handbook.
28. Pedestrian Lighting
By UDRB Approval. Should be consistent in nature to existing character,
street lights and wayfinding/signage. Where no existing elements exist
reference the Omaha Streetscape Handbook.
29.Street Furnishings
By Parks Department Administrative Approval. Should be consistent in
nature to existing character, street lights and wayfinding/signage. Where
no existing elements exist reference the Omaha Streetscape Handbook.
* For more information on defining the criteria, see the graphic glossary, pg. 120.
The recommendations that follow are listed in alphabetical order of
Boulevard name.
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LEGEND
Wayfinding
Wayfinding Feature
(signage, pavement
markings, etc.)
Park/Open Space
Historic Boulevard
Boulevard Connector
Begin/End Boulevard
Begin/End Boulevard
Segment
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Segment Identification
Number
SYSTEM-WIDE MAP of boulevards and boulevard connectors
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B E LV E D E R E
10
N 37th St
Re dic k Ave
LEGEND
F lo re n c
B l vd
e B lvd
usa
Minne L
Ida St
Wayfinding
Wayfinding Feature
(signage, pavement
markings, etc.)
MILLER
PA R K
2
Cu rtis Ave
Park/Open Space
1
Historic Boulevard
Boulevard Connector
Ka nsa s Ave
N 24th St
N 30th St/H wy 75
N 33rd St
N 36th St
elle
te n
Fo n
Ha rtm an
Ave
B lvd
Begin/End Boulevard
Lau rel Ave
Begin/End Boulevard
Segment
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Number
Overlook
B E LV E D E R E B O U L E VA R D
Perhaps the most winding portion of boulevard, at its
summit, Belvedere Blvd provides a vista extending more
than ten miles looking east across Miller Park, Levi Carter
Park, and into Iowa. The bluff is said to be one of the
highest in the city at nearly twelve hundred feet.
This section of boulevard provides a scenic connection
from Miller Park/Florence Blvd to Fontenelle Blvd with
its dense canopy “roof” created by the over-arching
trees.
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SEGMENT
1 | B E LV E D E R E B O U L E VA R D
{N 30th St to Curtis Ave}
LEGEND
Ave
Wayfinding Feature
(signage, pavement
markings, etc.)
usa Blvd
N 31st Ave
N ew p o rt
eL
Minn
Wayfinding
Park/Open Space
Red ick Ave
Historic Boulevard
Con nect or to
Minn e Lusa Blvd
Boulevard Connector
MILLER
PA R K
Overlook
Belveder e
Blvd
Curt is Ave
Neb rask a Ave
Con nect or to
Flor ence Blvd
Kan sas Ave
Approx. Length
Right-of-way Width
N 27th St
N 28th St
N 30th St/H wy 75
Hart man Ave
N 33rd St
N 34th St
Laur el Ave
3,800 lf.
100 ft.
Adjacent Land UseResidential
Average Daily Traffic
Data Not Available for segment.
Important Considerations
Maintain curvilinear alignment.
Said to be one of the highest points in the city.
Many intersections along the boulevard require wayfinding cues.
Intersection at Curtis Ave needs directional signage for clarification.
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Opportunities
Possible connection to Florence and Minne Lusa Boulevards through
Miller Park.
BELVEDERE BOULEVARD SEGMENT 1
LANDSCAPE & AESTHETICS DESIGN
RIGHT-OF-WAY & ROADWAY DESIGN
GUIDELINE RECOMMENDATIONS:
CRITERIA
EXISTING CONDITION
PAVEMENT WIDTH
30 ft.
RECOMMENDATION (if different from exist.)
NO. OF THROUGH LANES
2
TRUCK TRAFFIC
Prohibited
ON-STREET PARKING
Yes - both sides
Parallel parking only
CURB RETURN RADIUS
25 ft.
20 ft. ideal (25 ft. max.)
MAXIMUM SPEED
25 mph
MEDIAN
No
SIGNALIZED INTERSECTIONS
Yes at 30th St/Hwy 75
CROSSWALKS
No
Allowed - as appropriate*
DRIVEWAYS / CURB CUTS
20 ft.
Maximum 12 ft.
TRAFFIC CALMING
Curvilinear alignment
BIKE FACILITIES
No
On-road, sharrow
BUILDING SETBACK
Varies
Minimum 20 ft.
STREET LIGHTING
Cobra-head, 150 ft. spacing
Update*
UTILITIES
Below ground
Prohibited - utility boxes & overhead lines
FENCING
In front of setback line
Nothing in front of setback line
SIDEWALKS
One side - 4 ft.
Both sides - minimum 5 ft.
TRAILS
No
STREET TREE CONFIGURATION
Symmetrical, evenly spaced
tree plantings
TREE SPECIES
Various
Symmetrical tree plantings; max. 40 ft.
spacing+ where gaps exist
Groups 1 thru 5+ maintain continuous canopy
PARKWAY LAWN
Varies
15 ft.
STORMWATER BMP’S
No
Allowed by Park Staff Recommendation &
UDRB Approval+
WATER FEATURES
No
By PAC & Park Board Approval
ARTWORK & ORNAMENTATION
No
By PAC & Park Board Approval
MEMORIALS & MONUMENTS
Yes - overlook
WAYFINDING & SIGNAGE
No
Yes - “de-clutter” & consolidate signage*
BANNERS/HANGING BASKETS
No
By UDRB Approval
PEDESTRIAN LIGHTING
No
By UDRB Approval
STREET FURNISHINGS
No
By Administrative Approval
* Refer to Wayfinding and Identification section, pg. 116 for further information.
+ Refer to Graphic Glossary for further information/definition.
UDRB (Urban Design Review Board), PAC (Public Arts Commission)
Belvedere Boulevard (looking NW toward Curtis Ave/N 32nd St Intersection)
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SEGMENT
2 | B E LV E D E R E B O U L E VA R D
{Curtis Ave to Fontenelle Blvd}
LEGEND
N 37th St
Wayfinding
Wayfinding Feature
(signage, pavement
markings, etc.)
N ew p o rt
Ave
Park/Open Space
Historic Boulevard
Boulevard Connector
Red ick Ave
Curt is Ave
Length
Right-of-way Width
N 34th St
e l l e B lvd
te n
Fo n
N 39th St
Laur el Ave
N 36th St
Kan sas Ave
1,055 lf.
80 ft.
2,055 ADT at the intersection of Belvedere Blvd and Fontenelle Blvd
(Source: City of Omaha Public Works Department Traffic Counts, Sep. 2004/2011)
Wayfinding and signage at intersections with Belvedere Blvdsegment 1 and Fontenelle Blvd - segment 1.
Well-maintained portion of the system.
Opportunities
Enhanced intersection at Fontenelle Blvd to include special feature
and wayfinding/signage. (see glossary)
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BELVEDERE BOULEVARD SEGMENT 2
CRITERIA
EXISTING CONDITION
PAVEMENT WIDTH
30 ft.
2
TRUCK TRAFFIC
Prohibited
ON-STREET PARKING
Yes - one side
CURB RETURN RADIUS
25 ft.
MAXIMUM SPEED
30 mph
MEDIAN
No
Yes at Fontenelle Blvd
Allowed - where warranted
CROSSWALKS
Yes at Fontenelle Blvd
Maximum 20 ft.
Maximum 12 ft.
BIKE FACILITIES
No
On-road, sharrow
BUILDING SETBACK
Varies
Minimum 25 ft.
STREET LIGHTING
Update*
UTILITIES
Below ground
FENCING
SIDEWALKS
Both sides - 5 ft.
TRAILS
No
tree plantings
TREE SPECIES
Various
PARKWAY LAWN
8 ft.
STORMWATER BMP’S
No
Allowed by Park Staff Recommendation & UDRB
Approval+
WATER FEATURES
No
By Public Arts Comm. & Park Board Approval
No
No
Not Appropriate, By Park Board Approval
No
No
By UDRB Approval
PEDESTRIAN LIGHTING
No
By UDRB Approval
STREET FURNISHINGS
No
Parallel parking only
TRAFFIC CALMING
Groups 1, 2 & 5+ maintain continuous canopy
Belvedere Boulevard/Curtis Avenue (looking West toward Fontenelle Boulevard Intersection)
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| C A R T E R B O U L E VA R D
{Florence Blvd to Levi Carter Lake Park}
rtz
Exp
y
Ellis on Ave
Sto
Ogd en St
Fort St
Cart er Blvd
Gran d Ave
CARTER
LEGEND
Fow ler Ave
PA R K
Ame s Ave
e
Av
Right-of-way Width
al
ci
Length
Co rn ish Bl vd
er
m
Sahl er St
m
Historic Boulevard
Co
Park/Open Space
Boulevard Connector
LAKE
N 16th St
Wayfinding Feature
(signage, pavement
markings, etc.)
Flor ence Blvd
Wayfinding
3,500 lf.
160 ft.
Data not available for segment
Rural-like section of the boulevard system.
While this boulevard does not provide sidewalks, the frontage road
provides the same edge to the parkway lawn.
Opportunities
Improvements to Levi Carter Lake Park and Drive to extend the Drive
to Abbott Dr.
Rain Gardens or bio-retention basins are appropriate to this portion
of road as no curb and gutter currently exist.
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CARTER BOULEVARD
CRITERIA
EXISTING CONDITION
PAVEMENT WIDTH
28 ft.
2
TRUCK TRAFFIC
Prohibited
ON-STREET PARKING
No
CURB RETURN RADIUS
25 ft.
MAXIMUM SPEED
30 mph
MEDIAN
No
Yes
CROSSWALKS
No
35 ft.
Maximum 20 ft.
BIKE FACILITIES
No
On-road, bike lane
BUILDING SETBACK
0 ft.
STREET LIGHTING
Update*
UTILITIES
Below ground
FENCING
SIDEWALKS
Both sides - width varies
TRAILS
No
tree plantings
TREE SPECIES
Various
PARKWAY LAWN
40 ft. - 60 ft.
Minimum 40 ft.
STORMWATER BMP’S
No
Approval+
WATER FEATURES
No
No
No
Not Appropriate; By Park Board Approval
No
No
By UDRB Approval
PEDESTRIAN LIGHTING
No
By UDRB Approval
STREET FURNISHINGS
No
TRAFFIC CALMING
Carter Boulevard looking West from N 16th Street
Carter Boulevard at curve looking NW
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D E E R PA R K
18
12th St
15th St
16th St
18th St
19th St
20th St
Arbo r St
21st St
23rd St
I-48 0
Arbo r St
Ban crof t St
St
on
nt
Vi
Oak St
24th St
Vint on St
Han scom Blvd
Fred eric k St
Elm St
I-8 0
Oak St
1
DEER
PA R K
2
I-8 0
13th St
Wrig ht St
R O S E N B L AT T
S TA D I U M
I-8 0
B St
Sp
Phel ps St
C St
ke
SPRING
LAKE
PA R K
La
g
rin Dr
HIGHLAND
PA R K
D E E R PA R K B O U L E VA R D
Deer Park Boulevard is perhaps the corridor that retains
the least of its original character, excepting the segment
that runs through the park.
The boulevard’s original alignment originally passed
through what is now Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo. This
Missouri River basin landscape of heavily forested slopes
undoubtedly was chosen by H.W.S. Cleveland to provide
a splendid carriage ride while experiencing the vast river
setting.
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SEGMENT
1 | D E E R PA R K B O U L E VA R D
{Hanscom Blvd to 24th St}
LEGEND
Gran t StWrig ht St
Boulevard Connector
Oak St
I-48 0
Historic Boulevard
Han scom Blvd
Park/Open Space
Elm St
24th St
Wayfinding Feature
(signage, pavement
markings, etc.)
25th St
24th St
Wayfinding
Elm St
Oak St
Fred eric k St
Spri ng St
Vinton St
I-8 0
I-8 0
Approx. Length
Right-of-way Width
Adjacent Land Use
3,560 lf.
150 ft. (Hansom Blvd to 25th St) 100 ft. (25th St to 24th St)
Commercial, Park/Open Space, Civic, Industrial
Data not available for segment
The bridges spanning Interstate 480 and rail lines are a major feature
to this segment.
Adjacent land uses, existing character and minimal maintenance
contribute to the perception of disconnect of this section of Deer
Park Blvd from the historic system.
Opportunities
Enhance existing bridges as a special feature and better
accommodate bicycle and pedestrians. The planned improvements
to Vinton will make this connection over Interstate 480 and rail lines
very important.
Wayfinding to connect the boulevard at 25th St.
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DEER PARK BOULEVARD SEGMENT 1
CRITERIA
EXISTING CONDITION
PAVEMENT WIDTH
30 ft.
2
TRUCK TRAFFIC
Not Prohibited
ON-STREET PARKING
No
CURB RETURN RADIUS
30 ft.
MAXIMUM SPEED
30 mph
MEDIAN
No
Yes
CROSSWALKS
No
Maximum 30 ft.
Maximum 20 ft.
BIKE FACILITIES
No
On-road, asymmetric sharrow
BUILDING SETBACK
Varies
Minimum 10 ft.
STREET LIGHTING
Update*
UTILITIES
Above ground - electric
Prohibited - Utility Boxes & Overhead Lines
FENCING
SIDEWALKS
One side - 4 ft.
Both sides - Minimum 5 ft.
TRAILS
No
Symmetrical spacing w/ gaps
TREE SPECIES
Various
Restore symmetrical, evenly spaced; max. 40 ft.
spacing
PARKWAY LAWN
Varies
Minimum 8 ft.
STORMWATER BMP’S
No
Approval+
WATER FEATURES
No
No
No
No
Yes, “de-clutter” & consolidate signage*
No
By UDRB Approval
PEDESTRIAN LIGHTING
No
By UDRB Approval
STREET FURNISHINGS
No
25 ft.
TRAFFIC CALMING
Happy
Deer Park
Hollow
Boulevard
Boulevard
(looking
and N
West
49th
toStreet
bridge(looking
over railwest)
lines)
View of historic post office located on
Deer Park Boulevard
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SEGMENT
2 | D E E R PA R K B O U L E VA R D
{S 24th St to S 15th St}
LEGEND
13th St
15th St
16th St
Elm St
17th St
18th St
19th St
20th St
21st St
23rd St
Wayfinding Feature
(signage, pavement
markings, etc.)
24th St
Wayfinding
Historic Boulevard
on
St
Park/Open Space
nt
Oak St
Vi
Boulevard Connector
Spri ng St
DEER
PA R K
A St
H
B St
Approx. Length
Right-of-way Width
Adjacent Land Use
Spring Lake Dr
I-8 0
oc
R O S E N B L AT T
S TA D I U M
to
SPRING
LAKE
PA R K
O
Va
n
r
B
lv
d
C
nt
am
p
ar
io
B St
St
A
ve
Phel ps St
3,700 lf.
100 ft.
Residential, Institutional, Park/Open Space
Data not available for this segment
This segment represents a remnant of the historic system. Preserve
historic architecture such as the Vinton School.
Restore parkway lawn and building setback in areas where private
property/fencing has expanded beyond.
Preserve/restore mature tree canopy rhythm per recommendations.
Provide needed maintenance of roadway and sidewalks.
Preserve the character of the boulevard and neighborhood.
Interstate 80 is highly visible from the boulevard and park.
Opportunities
Enhanced intersection at 20th St/Spring Lake Dr to include special
feature and wayfinding/signage to connect to Spring Lake Park.
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DEER PARK BOULEVARD SEGMENT 2
CRITERIA
EXISTING CONDITION
PAVEMENT WIDTH
36 ft.
2
TRUCK TRAFFIC
Prohibited
ON-STREET PARKING
Allowed - (west of 20th St);
one side (east of 20th St)
CURB RETURN RADIUS
20 ft.
MAXIMUM SPEED
25 mph
MEDIAN
No
No
CROSSWALKS
No
Maximum 20 ft.
Maximum 12 ft.
BIKE FACILITIES
No
On-road, asymmetrical sharrow
BUILDING SETBACK
20 ft.
STREET LIGHTING
Update*
UTILITIES
Below ground
FENCING
SIDEWALKS
Both sides - 5 ft.
TRAILS
No
TREE SPECIES
Various
spacing
PARKWAY LAWN
Minimum 6 ft.
Minimum 8 ft.
STORMWATER BMP’S
No
Approval+
WATER FEATURES
No
No
No
No
No
By UDRB Approval
PEDESTRIAN LIGHTING
No
By UDRB Approval
STREET FURNISHINGS
No
Parking both sides where possible
TRAFFIC CALMING
View looking into Deer Park from Deer Park Boulevard (looking SE)
Historic Vinton School
23
FLORENCE
24
Re ad St
M in n
30th St
e L u s a B lv
d
5
4
M I L L E R PA R K
Lau rel Ave
Sto r t z
E x py
Him eb aug h Ave
3
Fo rt St
Ca rte r Blvd
F L O R E N C E B O U L E VA R D
Am es Ave
Flo ren ce Blvd
Florence Boulevard was the first constructed boulevard
in the system as envisioned by H.W.S. Cleveland. The
picturesque northern segment of the corridor was once
called “The Prettiest Mile,” with its arching Sycamore
trees, attractive home frontages and views of the
Missouri River valley. The boulevard now expands into a
more urban context and is used not only for residential/
pleasure driving, but also for light industrial traffic.
Sp rag ue St
Pra tt St
KO U N T Z E
P A R K Pin kney St
Lat hro p St
Bin ney St
2
Florence Boulevard provides an important connection
from the urban core, to Creighton University, as well as
Kountze and Miller Parks.
Oh io St
No rth Fre eway
Lake St
Gra ce St
Cla rk St
Seward St
Ham ilto n St
1
18t h St
20 th St
24 th St
30 th St
Ca ss St
16t h St
Cu min g St
i -48 0
25
SEGMENT
1 | F L O R E N C E B O U L E VA R D
{Cass St to Charles St}
LEGEND
Wayfinding
Cha rles St
Wayfinding Feature
(signage, pavement
markings, etc.)
Park/Open Space
Paul St
Historic Boulevard
Accomodate
truck traffic
Boulevard Connector
Nich olas St
Izar d St
Burt St
N 16th St
Mike Fahey St
N 17th St
N 21st St
N 24th St
CREIGHTON
UNIVERSITY
N 20th St
N 18th St
Cum ing St
Cass St
Length
Right-of-way Width
Adjacent Land Use
3,500 lf.
75 ft.
Residential, Commercial, Industrial, Institutional
2,120 ADT along corridor; *20,888 ADT (primarily going East/West)
on Cuming St. (Source: City of Omaha Public Works Department Traffic Counts,
average of counts taken Aug. 2008, Mar. 2009, Apr. & Oct. 2010)
Urban/Industrial portion of the system. This portion of Florence is a part
of the City’s Master Plan “Areas of Civic Importance” or ACI -1 District,
Downtown-Like.
Creighton University provides a nice “entrance” to the boulevard.
On a Metro Bus Route. Major transit stops could be improved to enhance
accessibility and ridership.
This segment may be converted from one-way to two-way.
Opportunities
Converting portions of Florence Blvd will require re-striping of the roadway
and may provide an opportunity to install sharrows, as appropriate.
Potential trail/bike route connection between Creighton University and the
Riverfront Trail.
A stronger pedestrian vocabulary to the street should be encouraged to
relate to Creighton University.
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FLORENCE BOULEVARD SEGMENT 1
CRITERIA
EXISTING CONDITION
PAVEMENT WIDTH
40 ft.
2
TRUCK TRAFFIC
Not Prohibited
ON-STREET PARKING
Yes - both sides
CURB RETURN RADIUS
30 ft.
MAXIMUM SPEED
30 mph
MEDIAN
No
Yes
CROSSWALKS
Yes
35 ft.
TRAFFIC CALMING
BIKE FACILITIES
No
BUILDING SETBACK
20 ft. setback
On-road, sharrow
STREET LIGHTING
Update*
UTILITIES
Below ground
FENCING
SIDEWALKS
7 ft. (west) 4 ft. (east)
TRAILS
No
Symmetrical, evenly spaced at
Creighton University only
TREE SPECIES
Various
spacing+ throughout
Groups 1 thru 4, 6+ maintain continuous canopy
PARKWAY LAWN
0-7 ft.
Minimum 6 ft.
STORMWATER BMP’S
No
Approval+
WATER FEATURES
No
No
No
No
No
By UDRB Approval
PEDESTRIAN LIGHTING
Acorn at Creighton Univ.
By UDRB Approval
STREET FURNISHINGS
No
Florence Boulevard at Creighton University (looking north)
Florence Boulevard and Izard Street (looking north)
27
SEGMENT
{Charles St to Ames Ave}
LEGEND
Wayfinding
Wayfinding Feature
(signage, pavement
markings, etc.)
Ame s Ave
Park/Open Space
Historic Boulevard
Sahl er St
Boulevard Connector
Lair d St
Prat t St
KO U N T Z E
PA R K
Pink ney St
Length
Right-of-way Width
Adjacent Land Use
9,850 lf.
100 ft.
Residential, Commercial, Industrial
Average Daily Traffic 3,243 ADT along corridor
(Source: City of Omaha Public Works
Department Traffic Counts; average of counts
taken Aug. 2004 & 2008, Feb. 2007, Oct.
N 19th St
Wirt St
Locu st St
2008 & 2010, Mar. 2009)
Ohio St
This portion of Florence is a part of
the “Areas of Civic Importance” or
ACI -1 District, Downtown-Like.
Florence Blvd and 20th Street may
be converted to two-way traffic. As
a result, the intersection of Florence
and Ohio Street will be converted
to 90 degree turns and will require
wayfinding through intersections.
Lake St
Burd ette St
Grac e St
28
N 18th St
N 20th St
N 24th St
Clar k St
Opportunities
Converting portions of Florence
Blvd to two-way vehicular traffic will
require re-striping of the roadway and
may provide an opportunity to install
sharrows, as appropriate. FLORENCE BOULEVARD SEGMENT 2
CRITERIA
EXISTING CONDITION
PAVEMENT WIDTH
40 ft.
2
TRUCK TRAFFIC
Not Prohibited
ON-STREET PARKING
Yes - both sides
CURB RETURN RADIUS
30 ft.
MAXIMUM SPEED
30 mph
MEDIAN
No
Yes
CROSSWALKS
Yes
20 ft.
Maximum 15 ft.
BIKE FACILITIES
No
On-road, sharrow
BUILDING SETBACK
20 ft.
Minimum 30 ft.
STREET LIGHTING
Update*
UTILITIES
Below ground
FENCING
SIDEWALKS
TRAILS
No
Symmetrical, lack of
continuous canopy
TREE SPECIES
Various
spacing+ throughout
PARKWAY LAWN
Varies
Minimum 6 ft.
STORMWATER BMP’S
No
Approval+
WATER FEATURES
No
No
No
No
No
By UDRB Approval
PEDESTRIAN LIGHTING
No
By UDRB Approval
STREET FURNISHINGS
No
Prohibited
TRAFFIC CALMING
Florence Boulevard and Grace Street (looking north)
29
SEGMENT
{Ames Ave to Laurel Ave}
LEGEND
Wayfinding
Wayfinding Feature
(signage, pavement
markings, etc.)
Laur el Ave
Him ebau gh Ave
Park/Open Space
Historic Boulevard
Ellis on Ave
Boulevard Connector
Fort St
St
or
tz
Ex
py
Cart er Blvd
Fow ler Ave
N 16th St
N 24th St
Gran d Ave
Ame s Ave
Length
Right-of-way Width
Adjacent Land Use
4,750 lf.
100 ft.
Primarily Residential
Average Daily Traffic 4,904 ADT along corridor
(Source: City of Omaha Public Works Department Traffic Counts, average of counts
taken June & Oct. 2010)
Opportunities
30
Intersection of Florence Blvd and Carter Blvd
Enhance intersection at Carter Blvd to provide wayfinding.
Incorporate Bike Lanes by removing on-street parking on one side,
per recommendation of the Transportation Element.
CRITERIA
EXISTING CONDITION
PAVEMENT WIDTH
40 ft.
2
TRUCK TRAFFIC
Not Prohibited
ON-STREET PARKING
Yes - both sides
CURB RETURN RADIUS
30 ft.
MAXIMUM SPEED
30 mph
25 mph
MEDIAN
No
No
CROSSWALKS
Yes
20 ft.
Maximum 12 ft.
BIKE FACILITIES
No
On-road, sharrow
BUILDING SETBACK
Varies
30 ft.
STREET LIGHTING
Update*
UTILITIES
Below ground
FENCING
SIDEWALKS
One side - width varies
TRAILS
No
Symmetrical, lack of
continuous canopy
TREE SPECIES
Various
spacing+ throughout
PARKWAY LAWN
Varies
Minimum 7 ft.
STORMWATER BMP’S
No
Approval+
WATER FEATURES
No
No
No
No
No
By UDRB Approval
PEDESTRIAN LIGHTING
No
By UDRB Approval
STREET FURNISHINGS
No
Prohibited
TRAFFIC CALMING
“Because of its scenic, level
course and the fact that the
roadbed was not broken up
by street railway trackage,
the boulevard was described
in 1895 as ‘the only suitable
driveway in the city.”
~Omaha Planning Dept.
Omaha’s Historic Park &
Boulevard System, 1992
Florence Boulevard and Ellison Ave (looking north)
31
SEGMENT
{Laurel Ave to Read St }
Vane St
Ida St
ers
nP
Whi tmo re St
Park/Open Space
Rea d St
Joh
Wayfinding Feature
(signage, pavement
markings, etc.)
M in n e
Wayfinding
Lusa B
lvd
LEGEND
N 24th St
Mary St
New port Ave
r
gD
Boulevard Connector
hin
Historic Boulevard
N 30th St
Red ick Ave
M I L L E R PA R K
Kan sas Ave
Laur el Ave
Length
Right-of-way Width
4,000 lf.
Additional 3,500 lf. connector through Miller Park to Belvedere
Blvd/N 30th St
100 ft.
Most recognizable segment of Florence Boulevard requiring little
enhancement. Maintenance and preservation of existing features are
most important to this segment.
Preserve continuity of central median by prohibiting acceleration or
deceleration lanes.
Opportunities
A more defined, identifiable connection to (and through) Miller Park,
see Wayfinding and Identification in section 4 for futher information.
32
CRITERIA
EXISTING CONDITION
PAVEMENT WIDTH
24 ft. either side of median
1 either side of median
TRUCK TRAFFIC
Prohibited
ON-STREET PARKING
Yes - both sides
CURB RETURN RADIUS
25 ft.
MAXIMUM SPEED
30 mph
25 mph
MEDIAN
Yes - 22 ft.(north) 43 ft. (south)
No
CROSSWALKS
No
20 ft.
Maximum 12 ft.
BIKE FACILITIES
No
On-road, sharrow
BUILDING SETBACK
Varies
40 ft.
STREET LIGHTING
Update*
UTILITIES
Below ground
FENCING
SIDEWALKS
TRAILS
No
Evenly spaced within median
and parkway in some areas
TREE SPECIES
Various, Catalpa dominant
PARKWAY LAWN
STORMWATER BMP’S
No
Approval+
WATER FEATURES
No
No
No
No
No
By UDRB Approval
PEDESTRIAN LIGHTING
No
By UDRB Approval
STREET FURNISHINGS
No
TRAFFIC CALMING
Florence Boulevard (looking south toward Redick Ave)
Florence Boulevard connector through
Miller Park
33
SEGMENT
{Read St to Minne Lusa Blvd}
LEGEND
Wayfinding
Wayfinding Feature
(signage, pavement
markings, etc.)
Park/Open Space
Wy
Historic Boulevard
om
Jo
ing
Boulevard Connector
hn
St
Pe
rs
hi
ng
D
r
Mart in Ave
t
th S
N 25
Lusa B
lvd
M in n e
Vane St
Rea d St
N 24th St
Ida St
Length
Right-of-way Width
1,800 lf.
100 ft. (Read to 24th); 200 ft. (24th to Minne Lusa)
Rural-like segment of Florence Blvd with a wide right-of-way and
very park-like feel to be preserved.
Low density residential housing.
Opportunities
Connection to Minne Lusa Blvd on Wyoming St., see Wayfindig and
Identification (Section 4) for further information.
Priority Improvements Include:
»» Wayfinding and Identity
»» Street lighting updates
34
CRITERIA
EXISTING CONDITION
PAVEMENT WIDTH
30 ft.
2
TRUCK TRAFFIC
Prohibited
ON-STREET PARKING
No
CURB RETURN RADIUS
25 ft.
MAXIMUM SPEED
30 mph
30 mph
MEDIAN
No
No
CROSSWALKS
No
20 ft.
Maximum 12 ft.
BIKE FACILITIES
No
On-road, sharrows
BUILDING SETBACK
Varies
40 ft.
STREET LIGHTING
Update*
UTILITIES
Below ground
FENCING
SIDEWALKS
TRAILS
No
tree plantings
TREE SPECIES
Various
PARKWAY LAWN
Varies
Minimum 30 ft.
STORMWATER BMP’S
No
Approval+
WATER FEATURES
No
No
No
No
No
By UDRB Approval
PEDESTRIAN LIGHTING
No
By UDRB Approval
STREET FURNISHINGS
No
TRAFFIC CALMING
Rural section of Florence Boulevard (looking NW toward Martin Ave)
35
FONTENELLE
36
37t h St
39 th St
40 th St
42 nd St
43 rd Ave
Cu rtis Ave
Ka nsa s St
S o re n s
on
1
P kw y
2
Fo rt St
F O N T E N E L L E B O U L E VA R D
“Broad parkings and pleasant homes
set back among the trees.”
(Omaha’s Historic Park and Boulevard System, 1992)
Fontenelle Blvd as described in 1926 still applies today.
As originally conceived, the boulevard provides a direct
route connecting Florence Blvd / Miller Park/Belvedere
Blvd, to Fontenelle Park, to Happy Hollow Blvd.
3
Gra nd Ave
Fowle r Ave
Am es Ave
FONTENELLE
PA R K
Pa
Hoyt St
xt
on
B l vd
Sp rag ue St
4
Sp aul din g St
Pra tt St
Pin kney St
Be dfo rd Ave
Wi rt St
5
Ma ple St
6
Connector to Happy
Hollow Blvd
Gra nt St
Mil
Blo nd o St
ita
Connector to
Mercer/John
Creighton Blvd
ry
e
Av
45 th St
De cat ur St
40 th St
Ra dia l Hw y
42 nd St
Mia mi St
45 th St
While much of its beauty has been preserved, traffic
function and needs have changed. In particular, this
boulevard sees a large number of motorists daily, which
also means it is the most likely to require improvements.
Improvements will be held to a high standard of
preservation and restoration, and may provide
opportunities to incorporate Green Streets standards as
appropriate.
Brown e St
37
SEGMENT
1 | F O N T E N E L L E B O U L E VA R D
{Curtis Ave/Belvedere Blvd to Sorenson Pkwy}
LEGEND
38th St
Wayfinding Feature
(signage, pavement
markings, etc.)
40th St
Wayfinding
Curt is Ave
Park/Open Space
Historic Boulevard
Boulevard Connector
B E LV E D E R E
ELEM.
Neb rask a Ave
Kan sas Ave
Crow n Poin t Ave
Laur el Ave
Him ebau gh Ave
se
nP
kw
y
Approx. Length
Right-of-way Width
36th St
re n
37th St
So
39th St
Hart man Ave
3,150 lf..
100 ft. to 150 ft.
8,617 ADT along corridor segment
* 11,498 at Curtis Ave/Belvedere Blvd intersection
* 32,466 at Sorensen Pkwy intersection
taken in Sep. 2004 & 2011)
Preserve Parklawn width, restore where parking stalls have
encroached.
Opportunities
Proposed bike lanes in the Omaha Master Plan Transportation
Element.
Enhanced intersection at Fontenelle Blvd to include special feature
and wayfinding/signage. (see glossary for futher information/
definition)
38
FONTENELLE BOULEVARD SEGMENT 1
CRITERIA
EXISTING CONDITION
PAVEMENT WIDTH
28 ft.
2
TRUCK TRAFFIC
Prohibited
ON-STREET PARKING
No
CURB RETURN RADIUS
25 ft.
MAXIMUM SPEED
30 mph
MEDIAN
No
Yes
CROSSWALKS
Yes
30 ft.
Parallel parking - one side if possible
Maximum 12 ft.
Reduce lane width; add parallel parking to one
side if possible
TRAFFIC CALMING
BIKE FACILITIES
No
On-road, sharrows
BUILDING SETBACK
Varies
Minimum 30 ft.
STREET LIGHTING
Update*
UTILITIES
Below ground
FENCING
SIDEWALKS
Both sides - 5 ft.
TRAILS
No
tree plantings
TREE SPECIES
Various
PARKWAY LAWN
STORMWATER BMP’S
No
Approval+
WATER FEATURES
No
No
No
No
No
By UDRB Approval
PEDESTRIAN LIGHTING
No
By UDRB Approval
STREET FURNISHINGS
No
Fontenelle
Happy Hollow
Boulevard
Boulevard
(looking
and
South
N 49th
fromStreet
Nebraska
(looking
Avenue)
west)
39
SEGMENT
{Sorenson Pkwy to Fort St}
LEGEND
Wayfinding
Wayfinding Feature
(signage, pavement
markings, etc.)
Park/Open Space
Him ebau gh Ave
re n
Red
se
ma
nP
kw
y
Hart man Ave
nC
ir
39th St
Historic Boulevard
So
Boulevard Connector
Fort St
Cam den Ave
40th St
Approx. Length
Right-of-way Width
Sara toga St
41st St
42n d St
Brow ne St
Gran d Ave
2,050 lf..
100 ft.
* 32,466 at Sorensen Pkwy intersection
* 12,968 at 42nd St intersection
taken in July & Oct. 2010)
Preserve Parklawn width, restore where parking stalls have
encroached.
40
Opportunities
Proposed bike lanes in the Omaha Master Plan Transportation
Element
CRITERIA
EXISTING CONDITION
PAVEMENT WIDTH
28 ft.
2
TRUCK TRAFFIC
Prohibited
ON-STREET PARKING
No
CURB RETURN RADIUS
25 ft.
MAXIMUM SPEED
30 mph
MEDIAN
No
Yes
CROSSWALKS
Yes
30 ft.
Maximum 12 ft.
BIKE FACILITIES
No
On-road, sharrows
BUILDING SETBACK
Varies
30 ft.
STREET LIGHTING
Update*
UTILITIES
Below ground
FENCING
SIDEWALKS
Both sides - 4 ft.
Minimum 5 ft.
TRAILS
No
tree plantings
TREE SPECIES
Various
PARKWAY LAWN
18 ft. (north) 12 ft. (south)
STORMWATER BMP’S
No
Approval+
WATER FEATURES
No
No
No
No
No
By UDRB Approval
PEDESTRIAN LIGHTING
No
By UDRB Approval
STREET FURNISHINGS
No
TRAFFIC CALMING
Happy Hollow Boulevard and N 49th Street (looking
Fontenelle
west)Boulevard (looking East from 42nd Street intersection)
41
SEGMENT
{Fort St to Ames Ave}
LEGEND
Wayfinding
Wayfinding Feature
(signage, pavement
markings, etc.)
Fort St
Park/Open Space
Cam den Ave
Historic Boulevard
Boulevard Connector
Brow ne St
Sara toga St
CENTRAL
PA R K
ELEM.
Gran d Ave
Lari mor e Ave
Fow ler Ave
41st St
42n d St
45th St
46th St
Mere dith Ave
Ame s Ave
F O N T E N E L L E PA R K
Approx. Length
Right-of-way Width
2,800 lf..
120 ft. to 130 ft.
* 12,968 at 42nd St intersection
* 29,030 at Ames Ave intersection
taken in Aug. 2007 & 2008)
Preserve Parkway lawn, restore where parking stalls have
encroached.
42
Opportunities
Proposed bike facilities in the Transportation Element
CRITERIA
EXISTING CONDITION
PAVEMENT WIDTH
28 ft.
2
TRUCK TRAFFIC
Prohibited
ON-STREET PARKING
No
CURB RETURN RADIUS
25 ft.
MAXIMUM SPEED
30 mph
MEDIAN
No
Yes
CROSSWALKS
Yes
18 ft.
Maximum 12 ft.
side if possible
TRAFFIC CALMING
BIKE FACILITIES
No
On-road, sharrows
BUILDING SETBACK
Varies
12 ft.
STREET LIGHTING
Update*
UTILITIES
Below ground
FENCING
SIDEWALKS
Both sides - 4 ft.
Minimum 5 ft.
TRAILS
No
tree plantings
TREE SPECIES
Various
PARKWAY LAWN
STORMWATER BMP’S
No
Approval+
WATER FEATURES
No
No
No
No
No
By UDRB Approval
PEDESTRIAN LIGHTING
No
By UDRB Approval
STREET FURNISHINGS
No
Fontenelle
Happy Hollow
Boulevard
Boulevard
(looking
andSouth
N 49th
from
Street
Camden
(looking
Avenue
west))
Fontenelle Boulevard (looking north
from Fowler Avenue)
43
SEGMENT
{Ames Ave to Pratt St}
LEGEND
Fowl er Ave
46th St
Wayfinding
Wayfinding Feature
(signage, pavement
markings, etc.)
Park/Open Space
Ame s Ave
Historic Boulevard
Boulevard Connector
Tayl or St
Pa
x to
n B l vd
Boyd St
Sahl er St
F O N T E N E L L E PA R K
Spra gue St
Rug gles St
Man ders on St
43rd St
44th St
Spa uldi ng St
Prat t St
44th Ave
45th St
45th Ave
47th Ave
Approx. Length
48th St
49th St
2,915 lf..
Right-of-way WidthVaries
Adjacent Land Use
Park/Open Space
* 29,030 at Ames Ave intersection
* 13,628 at Pratt St intersection
taken in Apr. 2006 & Aug. 2007)
Preserve parkway lawn as it creates visual continuity of corridor.
Opportunities
Proposed bike lanes in the Transportation Element.
Installation of new sidewalk or trail and stormwater BMP’s as part
of the Combined Sewer Overflow Program improvements and
Fontenelle Park improvements.
Enhanced intersection at Paxton Blvd to include special feature and
wayfinding/signage. (see glossary for futher information)
Improvements of Fontenelle Park, per the Fontenelle Park Concept
Plan completed in 2012.
44
CRITERIA
EXISTING CONDITION
PAVEMENT WIDTH
28 ft.
2
TRUCK TRAFFIC
Prohibited
ON-STREET PARKING
No
CURB RETURN RADIUS
25 ft.
MAXIMUM SPEED
30 mph
MEDIAN
No
No
CROSSWALKS
No
30 ft.
Maximum 20 ft.
side if possible
TRAFFIC CALMING
BIKE FACILITIES
No
On-road, sharrow
BUILDING SETBACK
100 ft.
STREET LIGHTING
Update*
UTILITIES
Below ground
FENCING
Nothing in front of setback line Nothing in front of setback line
SIDEWALKS
One side - 4 ft.
Minimum 6 ft.
TRAILS
No
Encouraged as part of recreation, 10 ft. wide
Naturalistic spacing of trees
TREE SPECIES
Various
Groups 1 thru 5+, maintain continuous canopy
throughout
PARKWAY LAWN
4 ft.
8 ft.
STORMWATER BMP’S
No
Approval+
WATER FEATURES
No
No
No
No
No
By UDRB Approval
PEDESTRIAN LIGHTING
No
By UDRB Approval
STREET FURNISHINGS
No
Fontenelle Boulevard (looking South in Fontenelle Park)
Historic aerial photograph of Fontenelle Park
45
SEGMENT
{Pratt St to NW Radial Hwy}
LEGEND
44 th St
Historic Boulevard
Av
e
Pink ney St
48
th
Boulevard Connector
47t h Ave
Prat t St
FONTENELLE
PA R K
44 th Ave
Man ders on St
49 th St
Park/Open Space
Spa uldi ng St
45 th St
Wayfinding Feature
(signage, pavement
markings, etc.)
48 th St
Wayfinding
Bed ford Ave
LAKE
JAMES
PA R K
Si
gw
t
ar
APOLLOS
P R E P.
SCHOOL
e
Av
Map le St
Corby St
Miam i St
Ohio St
NW Ra dia l Hw y
Approx. Length
Right-of-way Width
4,215 lf..
150 ft.
* 13,628 at Pratt St intersection
* 16,586 at Bedford Ave intersection
* 12,662 at Maple St intersection
* 35,832 at NW Radial Hwy intersection
taken in Oct. 2003, Apr./May 2006, & July 2008)
Preserve Parklawn width, restore where parking stalls have encroached.
Intersections greater than 12,000 ADT may be candidates for future traffic
improvements. These improvements should provide the most appropriate
solution to preserve or enhance the historic boulevard and/or right-of-way.
Round-a-bouts and removal of parkway lawn for additional pavement are
not appropriate solutions, and should only be considered as a last option.
Opportunities
Installation of new sidewalk and stormwater BMP’s as part of the Combined
Sewer Overflow Program improvements.
46
CRITERIA
EXISTING CONDITION
PAVEMENT WIDTH
28 ft.
2
TRUCK TRAFFIC
Prohibited
ON-STREET PARKING
No
CURB RETURN RADIUS
25 ft.
MAXIMUM SPEED
30 mph
MEDIAN
No
Yes
CROSSWALKS
Yes
30 ft.
Maximum 20 ft.
Parallel parking - one side if possible; eliminate
parking within parkway lawn
side if possible
TRAFFIC CALMING
BIKE FACILITIES
No
On-road, sharrow
BUILDING SETBACK
STREET LIGHTING
Update*
UTILITIES
Below ground
FENCING
SIDEWALKS
Both sides - 4 ft.
Minimum 5 ft.
TRAILS
No
Encouraged as part of bike facilities, 10 ft. wide
tree plantings
TREE SPECIES
Various
throughout
PARKWAY LAWN
Minimum 30 ft.
STORMWATER BMP’S
No
Approval+
WATER FEATURES
No
No
No
No
No
By UDRB Approval
PEDESTRIAN LIGHTING
No
By UDRB Approval
STREET FURNISHINGS
No
Parking within
Happy
the Parkway
Hollow Lawn
Boulevard
occurring
and Nalong
49th Fontenelle
Street (looking
Boulevard
west)
47
SEGMENT
{NW Radial Hwy to Military Ave}
LEGEND
43 rd St
45 th St
45 th Ave
Wayfinding Feature
(signage, pavement
markings, etc.)
Park/Open Space
47t h Ave
48 th St
Wayfinding
Ohio St
Lake St
NW Radia l H w
y
Historic Boulevard
Ersk ine St
Boulevard Connector
Gran t St
Burd ette St
NW Ra dia l Hw y
Mil
ita
Blon do St
Patr ick Ave
ry
e
Av
Parker St
Fran klin St
H
ap
py
Bl Ho
vd l l
43 rd St
45 th St
ow
Dec atur St
Approx. Length
1,075 lf..
Additional 1,800 lf.. NW Radial Connector to Happy Hollow Blvd
Additional 5,250 lf.. Military Ave Connector to Mercer Blvd/Walnut
Hill Park
Right-of-way Width
160 ft.
Adjacent Land UseResidential/Commercial/Mixed-Use
No data available for Fontenelle Segment.
32,486 ADT along NW Radial Connector
* 35,832 at NW Radial Hwy intersection
* 36,418 at Decatur St/Happy Hollow Blvd intersection
taken in July 2008 and 2010)
Preserve Parklawn width as it creates visual continuity along corridor.
Intersections greater than 12,000 ADT may be candidates for future traffic
improvements. These improvements should provide the most appropriate
solution to preserve or enhance the historic boulevard and/or right-of-way.
Round-a-bouts and removal of parkway lawn for additional pavement are
not appropriate solutions, and should be considered as a last option.
48
CRITERIA
EXISTING CONDITION
PAVEMENT WIDTH
30 ft.
2
TRUCK TRAFFIC
Prohibited
ON-STREET PARKING
No
CURB RETURN RADIUS
25 ft.
MAXIMUM SPEED
30 mph
MEDIAN
No
No
CROSSWALKS
No
12 ft.
TRAFFIC CALMING
BIKE FACILITIES
No
BUILDING SETBACK
30 ft.
On-road, bike lane
STREET LIGHTING
Update*
UTILITIES
Below ground
FENCING
SIDEWALKS
One side - 4 ft.
Minimum 5 ft.
TRAILS
No
tree plantings (north);
naturalistic plantings (south)
TREE SPECIES
Various deciduous and
evergreen species
PARKWAY LAWN
17 ft.
STORMWATER BMP’S
No
Approval+
WATER FEATURES
No
No
No
No
No
By UDRB Approval
PEDESTRIAN LIGHTING
No
By UDRB Approval
STREET FURNISHINGS
No
Happy Hollow
NW Radial
Boulevard
Hwy (looking
and N 49th
south
Street
from(looking
Grant Street)
west)
49
HANSCOM
50
Park Ave
30th Ave
Woo lwor th Ave
Pine St
1
Hickory St
HANSCOM
PA R K
Cen ter St
I-48 0
The tree plantings in one section are a combination
of evergreens and deciduous street trees, an unusual
approach. There is a median in the southern segment
that divides two, two-way streets rather than the
characteristic one-way pair.
31st St
Hanscom was the second link in the historic Omaha
Boulevard system. It was designed to connect the
city’s first two parks, Hanscom and Riverview. Hanscom
Park was designed by H.W.S. Cleveland, the originator
of Omaha’s Boulevard System concept. The corridor
runs largely through residential property and has some
unique characteristics.
32nd St
33rd St
H A N S C O M B O U L E VA R D
Fran ces St
Ed Crei ghto n Ave
Mart ha St
2
Arbo r St
Gold St
Wrig ht St
FIE
Oak St
LD
Fred eric k St
CL
Spri ng St
UB
a r k Blvd
Deer P
TR
AI
L
I-8 0
51
SEGMENT
1 | H A N S C O M B O U L E VA R D
{Woolworth Ave to Ed Creighton Ave}
LEGEND
29th St
Park Ave
30th Ave
31st St
32nd St
Wayfinding Feature
(signage, pavement
markings, etc.)
33rd St
Lincoln Blvd
Wayfinding
Woo lwor th Ave
Park/Open Space
Historic Boulevard
Pine St
Wal nut St
32nd Ave
Hickory St
I-48 0
Boulevard Connector
HANSCOM
PA R K
Cen ter St
Shir ley St
Fran ces St
Ed Crei ghto n Ave
Mart ha St
Approx. Length
3,000 lf.
Additional 700 lf. connector on Ed Creighton Ave
Adjacent Land Use
Average Daily Traffic Park/Open Space
Runs through picturesque Hanscom Park, one of the most intact
designs as intended by H.W.S. Cleveland. The curvilinear alignment
and varied topography provides framed views of park features and
surrounding neighborhoods.
Preserve landform and passive recreation uses of the Park and
Boulevard.
52
Opportunities
A connection is needed along Ed Creighton Ave. Wayfinding and
identification could provide the connection without requiring
significant changes to roadway cross-section.
HANSCOM BOULEVARD SEGMENT 1
CRITERIA
EXISTING CONDITION
PAVEMENT WIDTH
20 ft.
2
TRUCK TRAFFIC
Prohibited
ON-STREET PARKING
No
CURB RETURN RADIUS
15 ft.
MAXIMUM SPEED
20 mph
MEDIAN
No
No
CROSSWALKS
No
Maximum 20 ft.
15 ft.
TRAFFIC CALMING
BIKE FACILITIES
No
BUILDING SETBACK
100 ft.
STREET LIGHTING
Update*
UTILITIES
Below ground
FENCING
SIDEWALKS
No
TRAILS
No
Naturalistic spacing to frame
views
Restore tree plantings where die-off has
occurred
TREE SPECIES
Various
Groups 1 thru 5**
PARKWAY LAWN
No
Minimum 8 ft.
STORMWATER BMP’S
No
Approval+
WATER FEATURES
No
No
No
No
No
By UDRB Approval
PEDESTRIAN LIGHTING
No
By UDRB Approval
STREET FURNISHINGS
No
Happy Hollow Boulevard
View ofand
lakeNfountain
49th Street
in Hanscom
(looking west)
Park
Historic photo of collapsible bandstand
in Hanscom Park
53
SEGMENT
2 | H A N S C O M B O U L E VA R D
{Ed Creighton Ave to Deer Park Blvd}
LEGEND
I-48 0
Cast elar St
30th St
Arbo r St
29th St
Boulevard Connector
Ed Crei ghto n Ave
31st St
Mart ha St
32nd St
33rd St
34th St
Park/Open Space
Historic Boulevard
HANSCOM
PA R K
Fran ces St
Wayfinding Feature
(signage, pavement
markings, etc.)
Park Ave
Wayfinding
Gold St
Wrig ht St
Oak St
Fred eric k St
Spri ng St
vd
ark Bl
Deer P
Vint on St
Approx. Length
Right-of-way Width
Adjacent Land Use
4,000 lf.
100 ft. (180 ft. at divided portion)
Residential, Commercial, Park/Open Space
No data available for this segment
Wide right-of-way and deep setback of homes create spacious
boulevard feel.
Tree replacement needed to restore rhythm of tree canopy,
particularly in the south divided portion.
Wayfinding needed at Gold and Wright Streets to identify desired
route.
Preserve the character of the boulevard and neighborhood
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Opportunities
If feasible and acceptable to residents, consider converting divided
portion to one-way, encircling the median.
HANSCOM BOULEVARD SEGMENT 2
CRITERIA
EXISTING CONDITION
PAVEMENT WIDTH
36 ft. (30 ft. either side of
median at divided portion)
4 (2 either side of median)
TRUCK TRAFFIC
Prohibited
ON-STREET PARKING
Allowed - both sides
CURB RETURN RADIUS
20 ft.
MAXIMUM SPEED
25 mph
MEDIAN
Yes-Wright St to Deer Park
Blvd 42 ft. width
No
CROSSWALKS
No
Maximum 20 ft.
Maximum 12 ft.
BIKE FACILITIES
No
On-road, sharrow
BUILDING SETBACK
20 ft.
STREET LIGHTING
Update*
UTILITIES
Below ground
FENCING
SIDEWALKS
Both sides - 5 ft.
TRAILS
No
Restore symmetrical, evenly spaced
TREE SPECIES
Various
Groups 1, 2 & 5** maintain continuous canopy
PARKWAY LAWN
12 ft. (6 ft.- east, 27 ft.- west at
divided portion)
STORMWATER BMP’S
No
Approval+
WATER FEATURES
No
No
No
No
No
By UDRB Approval
PEDESTRIAN LIGHTING
No
By UDRB Approval
STREET FURNISHINGS
No
TRAFFIC CALMING
Divided portion of Hanscom Boulevard.
HappyTwo-way
Hollow traffic
Boulevard
and and
parking
N 49th
on both
Streetsides
(looking
of median.
west)
55
HAPPY HOLLOW
56
un
Gra nt St
try
Cl
Blo nd o St
De cat ur St
ub
e
Av
54 th St
56 th St
58t h St
60 th St
Providing a connection from NW Radial Highway to
Elmwood Park, Happy Hollow remains one of the most
intact boulevards with Cleveland’s vision for Omaha’s
system of parks and boulevards. The gently winding road
follows natural topography to highlight view of historic
structures and beautiful natural features. Happy Hollow
is the ideal setting for the architecturally stunning homes
lining its sidewalks. The mature vegetation provides a
lush and inviting atmosphere that announces arrival to
this special stretch of road that provides a balance of
functionality and beauty.
Co
H A P P Y H O L L O W B O U L E VA R D
NW Ra dia l
Hw y
Lake St
2
Ch arl es St
1
Sa
dd
le
Cr
ee
kR
d
Nic ho las St
We ste rn Ave
Cu min g St
3
Un de rwo od Ave
Ca ss St
MEMORIAL
PA R K
Daven po rt St
4
Do dg e St
Far nam St
Howa rd St
48 th St
Leaven wo rth St
ELMWOOD
PA R K
50 th St
51s t St
52n d St
55t h St
Pac ific St
57
SEGMENT
1 | H A P P Y H O L L O W B O U L E VA R D
{NW Radial Hwy to N. Saddle Creek Rd}
LEGEND
Gran t St
Wayfinding Feature
(signage, pavement
markings, etc.)
N 48th St
N 49th St
Wayfinding
Park/Open Space
Blon do St
Historic Boulevard
Boulevard Connector
Seward St
NS
a
Cha rles St
dd
le
NW Ra dia l Hw y
Dec atur St
Cr
ee
kR
d
Ham ilton St
Wes tern Ave
Approx. Length
Right-of-way Width
Adjacent Land Use
N 24th St
Lafayett e Ave
2,300 lf.
100 ft. to 250 ft.
Residential, Park/Open Space
1,674 ADT along corridor segment.
* 36,418 at Decatur St/Happy Hollow Blvd intersection
* 14,904 at N Saddle Creek Rd/Seward St/Country Club Ave
(Source: City of Omaha Public Works Department Traffic Counts, based on counts
taken in Oct. 2008)
Preserve the character of the boulevard and neighborhood. Happy
Hollow has a distinct character because of its ornate furnishings,
deep setback of homes, historic architecture and dense, mature tree
canopy.
Adjacent open space creates a park-like drive. Maintain and preserve
as an amenity for the neighborhood.
A connection/identification is needed from Fontenelle Blvd to NW
Radial Hwy and then onto Happy Hollow Blvd.
58
Improvements such as trails or multi-use paths must not detract from
proportions and historic character of the boulevard.
HAPPY HOLLOW BOULEVARD SEGMENT 1
CRITERIA
EXISTING CONDITION
PAVEMENT WIDTH
30 ft.
2
TRUCK TRAFFIC
Prohibited
ON-STREET PARKING
Yes - one side
CURB RETURN RADIUS
25 ft.
MAXIMUM SPEED
30 mph
MEDIAN
No
Yes
CROSSWALKS
Yes
18 ft.
Maximum 12 ft.
If Improvements are required round-a-bouts
and removal of parkway lawn should be used
only as a last option
TRAFFIC CALMING
BIKE FACILITIES
No
On-road, sharrow
BUILDING SETBACK
30 ft.
STREET LIGHTING
Update*
UTILITIES
Below ground
FENCING
SIDEWALKS
One side - 5 ft. (49th St to
50th St)
Minimum 5 ft.
TRAILS
No
tree plantings (north);
naturalistic plantings (south)
TREE SPECIES
Various
Groups 1, 2 & 5+, maintain continuous canopy
PARKWAY LAWN
Varies
Minimum 18 ft.
STORMWATER BMP’S
No
Approval+
WATER FEATURES
No
No
No
No
No
By UDRB Approval
PEDESTRIAN LIGHTING
No
By UDRB Approval
STREET FURNISHINGS
No
Continuous tree canopy along Happy
HappyHollow
HollowBoulevard
Boulevard(looking
and N 49th
WestStreet
toward
(looking
49th Street)
west)
59
SEGMENT
{N. Saddle Creek Rd to Western Ave}
LEGEND
Dec atur St
un
tr
y
Cl
ub
Wayfinding Feature
(signage, pavement
markings, etc.)
Co
Wayfinding
e
Av
Park/Open Space
Historic Boulevard
Boulevard Connector
N
Seward St
Sa
dd
le
Cha rles St
Cr
ee
k
Rd
Ha mil ton St
Lafayett e St
We ste rn Ave
Right-of-way Width
Adjacent Land Use
50th Ave
Izar d St
50th St
Approx. Length
51st St
52nd St
Nich olas St
2,525 lf.
100 ft.
* 14,904 at N Saddle Creek Rd/Seward St/Country Club Ave
* 11,048 at Western Ave/52nd St intersection (Source: City of Omaha Public Works Department Traffic Counts, average of counts
taken in Feb. 2006, June 2009 and Oct. 2010)
canopy.
Increased setback of homes, curvilinear alignment and gentle
topography create a park-like drive. Careful design consideration of intersection improvements required.
Improvements should not interrupt the character and geometry of
the boulevard.
Wayfinding and identity to aid in navigating through the double
round-a-bout at 50th St/N. Saddle Creek/Seward intersection.
60
CRITERIA
EXISTING CONDITION
PAVEMENT WIDTH
30 ft.
2
TRUCK TRAFFIC
Prohibited
ON-STREET PARKING
No
CURB RETURN RADIUS
25 ft.
MAXIMUM SPEED
30 mph
MEDIAN
No
No
CROSSWALKS
No
Maximum 18 ft.
Maximum 12 ft.
If Improvements are required round-a-bouts
and removal of parkway lawn should be used
only as a last option
TRAFFIC CALMING
BIKE FACILITIES
Yes - on-road bike lane
BUILDING SETBACK
Varies
Minimum 10 ft.
STREET LIGHTING
Update*
UTILITIES
Below ground
FENCING
SIDEWALKS
Both sides - 5 ft.
TRAILS
Yes - in Happy Hollow Park
tree plantings, naturalistic
plantings within Park
TREE SPECIES
Various
PARKWAY LAWN
17 ft.
Minimum 17 ft.
STORMWATER BMP’S
No
Approval+
WATER FEATURES
No
No
No
No
No
By UDRB Approval
PEDESTRIAN LIGHTING
No
By UDRB Approval
STREET FURNISHINGS
No
Happy Hollow Boulevard and Lafayette Ave (looking north)
Happy Hollow Blvd currently has a oneway bike lane on the west side of the street
61
SEGMENT
{Western Ave to Underwood Ave}
LEGEND
Park/Open Space
Lafayett e Ave
53rd St
Wayfinding Feature
(signage, pavement
markings, etc.)
54th St
Wayfinding
Wes tern Ave
Historic Boulevard
Nich olas St
Boulevard Connector
56
th
Izar d St
56
th
St
57
Approx. Length
Right-of-way Width
Adjacent Land Use
Burt St
Web ster St
Und erwo od Ave
52nd St
SUNKEN GARDENS
th
St
57
th
Av
e
St
Cum ing St
Cali forn ia St
2,120 lf.
150 ft. to 280 ft.
1,449 ADT along West corridor segment.
4,726 ADT along East corridor segment.
* 11,048 at Western Ave/52nd St intersection
* 12,088 (West Leg) at Underwood Ave
* 17,690 (East Leg) at Underwood Ave
taken in Feb. 2006, Sep. 2008 and Nov. 2011)
Preserve or restore Sunken Gardens as a feature along the boulevard.
Iconic section of the system due to the wide expanse of the right-ofway and extensive mature vegetation.
canopy. 62
CRITERIA
EXISTING CONDITION
PAVEMENT WIDTH
TRUCK TRAFFIC
Prohibited
ON-STREET PARKING
No
CURB RETURN RADIUS
25 ft.
MAXIMUM SPEED
30 mph
MEDIAN
Yes - width varies, 125 ft. at
widest
Yes
CROSSWALKS
Yes
Maximum 18 ft.
Maximum 12 ft.
If Improvements are required round-a-bouts and
removal of parkway lawn are not appropriate
solutions
TRAFFIC CALMING
BIKE FACILITIES
Yes - on-road bike lane
BUILDING SETBACK
Varies
Minimum 10 ft.
STREET LIGHTING
Update*
UTILITIES
Below ground
FENCING
SIDEWALKS
Both sides - 5 ft.
Minimum 5 ft.
TRAILS
No
plantings within median
TREE SPECIES
Various
PARKWAY LAWN
12 ft.
Minimum 12 ft.
STORMWATER BMP’S
No
Approval+
WATER FEATURES
No
No
No
No
No
By UDRB Approval
PEDESTRIAN LIGHTING
No
By UDRB Approval
STREET FURNISHINGS
No
East leg ofHappy
HappyHollow
HollowBoulevard
Boulevardand
andNBurt
49thStreet
Street(looking
(lookingsouth)
west)
The “Sunken Gardens” may provide
opportunities for recreational or aesthetic
enhancements
63
SEGMENT
{Underwood Ave to Leavenworth St}
LEGEND
Wayfinding
Un de rwo od Ave
Wayfinding Feature
(signage, pavement
markings, etc.)
Ca lifo rni a St
Ca ss St
Park/Open Space
h
Chic ago St
St
54
t
MEMORIAL
PA R K
Historic Boulevard
Davenpo rt St
St
Boulevard Connector
55t
h
Cap itol Ave
Do dg e St
Far nam St
St
St
St
nd
th
th
Jac kso n St
52
57
Jone
51s t Ave
58
Howa rd St
55t h St
56 th St
ELMWOOD
PA R K
53r d St
54 th St
Ha rney St
s St
Leaven wo rth St
Approx. Length
Right-of-way Width
Adjacent Land Use
5,710 lf.
80 ft. to 100 ft.
* 12,088 (West Leg) at Underwood Ave
* 17,690 (East Leg) at Underwood Ave
* 53,188 at Dodge St intersection
* 15,054 at Farnam St intersection
* 20,790 at Leavenworth St intersection
taken in Sep. 2009, Oct. 2010 and Nov. 2011)
Preserve scenic wooded drive adjacent to Elmwood Park. Homes are
single loaded along this segment of Happy Hollow Blvd.
Wayfinding at intersection with Dodge St/Farnam St.
Hollow has a distinct character because of its ornate furnishings, deep
setback of homes, historic architecture and dense, mature tree canopy.
64
Opportunities
Connect through Elmwood Park and Aksarban Village to Center Street/
Woolworth Ave. S ECTION 3 | B OU LEVA RD S EG M EN T S
CRITERIA
EXISTING CONDITION
PAVEMENT WIDTH
30 ft.
2
TRUCK TRAFFIC
Prohibited
ON-STREET PARKING
Yes - one side, parallel
CURB RETURN RADIUS
25 ft.
MAXIMUM SPEED
30 mph
MEDIAN
No
Yes
CROSSWALKS
Yes
Maximum 20 ft.
Maximum 12 ft.
If Improvements are required round-a-bouts and
removal of parkway lawn are not appropriate
solutions
TRAFFIC CALMING
BIKE FACILITIES
Yes - 10 ft. wide sidepath
BUILDING SETBACK
30 - 60 ft.
STREET LIGHTING
Update*
UTILITIES
Below ground
FENCING
SIDEWALKS
One side - 5 ft.
Minimum 5 ft.
TRAILS
Yes - 10 ft. wide (west)
TREE SPECIES
plantings within Elmwood Park
Various, Oak dominant
PARKWAY LAWN
12 ft.
Minimum 12 ft.
STORMWATER BMP’S
No
Approval+
WATER FEATURES
No
No
Yes - adjacent to the blvd
No
Yes - hanging baskets
By UDRB Approval
PEDESTRIAN LIGHTING
No
By UDRB Approval
STREET FURNISHINGS
No
Evenly spacedHappy
Oak trees
Hollow
provide
Boulevard
rhythmand
andNcontinuity
49th Streetto(looking
the boulevard.
west)
65
JOHN A. CREIGHTON
66
x
Pa
to n
B l vd
Sp rag ue St
33rd St
34th Ave
36th St
Sp aul din g St
1
Prat t St
Pink ney St
JOHN A. CREIGHTON BOULEVARD
A DA M S PA R K
Spe ncer St
2
Wirt St
Map le St
Corby St
3
Miam i St
Ohio St
Lake St
r s k ine St
E
Blon do St
4
Dec atur St
31st St
Parker St
32nd St
John A. Creighton Boulevard is unique in that it was
constructed through developed portions of the City,
rather than ahead of development. Houses were actually
taken to make room for the roadway. As the roadway
travels through Adams Park, the original hairpin turns
have been replaced by a straighter alignment. The
switchback can still be identified as open area within the
park and on aerial photography. Today the boulevard
runs through residential and commercial land uses
and is the one segment of boulevard where overhead
power lines run along the corridor, perhaps having the
most significant impact on it’s historic integrity. John
A. Creighton Blvd. is slated as a location for future
combined sewer overflow work and the following
recommendations are the basis for restoration.
Bed ford Ave
Fran klin St
Connector to
Fontenelle Blvd
Seward St
Cha rles St
33rd St
35th St
36th St
38th St
34th St
Ham ilton St
Connector to
Mercer Blvd
67
SEGMENT
1 | J O H N A . C R E I G H T O N B O U L E VA R D
{Paxton Blvd to Bedford Ave/Adams Park}
LEGEND
Wayfinding
Wayfinding Feature
(signage, pavement
markings, etc.)
Park/Open Space
Historic Boulevard
P
to
ax
lv
nB
d
Sp rag ue St
Ru gg les St
Boulevard Connector
Sp aul din g St
S PA U L D I N G
PA R K
Ma nd ers on St
29 th St
Pra tt St
Eva ns St
Pink ney St
30 th St
33rd St
34th Ave
Emm et St
Be dfo rd Ave
A DA M S PA R K
Approx. Length
Right-of-way Width
Adjacent Land Use
3,015 lf.
150 ft.
Residential, Industrial, Park/Open Space
In need of maintenance of vegetation and hardscape.
Varied land uses, setbacks and structure style detract from the
formality and continuity of the boulevard.
Opportunities
Only portion of the system that carries overhead utilities parallel to
street. Any opportunity to bury the utilities should be considered
concurrent with improvements occurring within the right-of-way.
This portion of the boulevard lies within the Combined Sewer
Overflow program, which includes possible installation of Green
Solutions and/or BMP’s and widening of existing sidewalks and trails.
The intersection of Paxton Blvd with John Creighton Blvd should
incorporate special features that include wayfinding and identity.
68
JOHN A. CREIGHTON BOULEVARD SEGMENT 1
CRITERIA
EXISTING CONDITION
PAVEMENT WIDTH
30 ft.
2
TRUCK TRAFFIC
Not Prohibited
ON-STREET PARKING
No
CURB RETURN RADIUS
25 ft.
MAXIMUM SPEED
30 mph
MEDIAN
No
No
CROSSWALKS
No
Maximum 35 ft.
Prohibited
25 mph
Maximum 30 ft.
Consider speed humps, raised intersections or
similar at school crossings+
TRAFFIC CALMING
BIKE FACILITIES
No
Expand existing west sidewalk to 10 ft. wide
BUILDING SETBACK
Varies
Minimum 10 ft.
STREET LIGHTING
Update*
UTILITIES
Above ground
FENCING
In front of setback
SIDEWALKS
TRAILS
Yes - 8 ft. width
Naturalistic spacing
TREE SPECIES
Various
PARKWAY LAWN
STORMWATER BMP’S
No
Approval+
WATER FEATURES
No
No
No
No
No
By UDRB Approval
PEDESTRIAN LIGHTING
No
By UDRB Approval
STREET FURNISHINGS
No
Expand to 10 ft. wide
Restore symmetrical tree plantings; max. 40 ft.
John Happy
A. Creighton
HollowBoulevard
Boulevardatand
Spaulding
N 49thStreet
Street (looking
(looking south)
west)
This segment is the only instance of
above ground electrical lines running
parallel to the boulevard.
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SEGMENT
2| J O H N A . C R E I G H T O N B O U L E V A R D
{Bedford Ave/Adams Park to Maple St}
LEGEND
Wayfinding
Pink ney St
Wayfinding Feature
(signage, pavement
markings, etc.)
Emm et St
Bris tol St
Park/Open Space
Bed ford Ave
Historic Boulevard
Spe ncer St
Boulevard Connector
Wirt St
A DA M S PA R K
Binn ey St
Map le St
30th St
31st St
Approx. Length
32nd St
33rd St
Miam i St
34th Ave
Corby St
2,600 lf.
Adjacent Land Use
Park/Open Space, Community Center
Does not follow historic alignment. Due to the realignment of the
roadway, tree canopy is not present along much of the roadway.
This segment lies within Adams Park and provides access to Adams
Community Center.
Opportunities
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Currently, improvements within Adams Park are being planned.
As part of the project, tree replacement to restore rhythm of
symmetrical tree plantings should be considered.
*Reference the Adams Park Master Plan and Combined Sewer
Overflow projects for futher opportunities.
CRITERIA
EXISTING CONDITION
PAVEMENT WIDTH
30 ft.
2
TRUCK TRAFFIC
Not Prohibited
ON-STREET PARKING
No
CURB RETURN RADIUS
35 ft.
25 ft.
MAXIMUM SPEED
30 mph
25 mph
MEDIAN
No
No
CROSSWALKS
No
Maximum 20 ft.
Prohibited
Maximum 15 ft.
Restore historic “hairpin” alignment
TRAFFIC CALMING
BIKE FACILITIES
No
BUILDING SETBACK
100 ft.
Sidepath
STREET LIGHTING
Update*
UTILITIES
No
FENCING
No
SIDEWALKS
One side - 6 ft.
Reference Adams Park Master Plan
TRAILS
No
Encouraged as recreation - 10 ft. wide on park
side of street
TREE SPECIES
Various
PARKWAY LAWN
6 ft.
STORMWATER BMP’S
No
Approval+
WATER FEATURES
No
No
No
No
No
By UDRB Approval
PEDESTRIAN LIGHTING
No
By UDRB Approval
STREET FURNISHINGS
No
John A.Happy
Creighton
Hollow
Boulevard
Boulevard
through
and NAdams
49th Street
Park(looking
(lookingwest)
west)
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SEGMENT
{Maple St to Lake St}
LEGEND
Wayfinding
Wayfinding Feature
(signage, pavement
markings, etc.)
A DA M S PA R K
Park/Open Space
Historic Boulevard
Boulevard Connector
Map le St
Corby St
Miam i St
Ohio St
Lake St
Ersk ine St
33rd St
Approx. Length
34th Ave
36th St
1,775 lf.
This portion quickly winds through the grided street network without
visual cues for wayfinding.
Informal section of boulevard, defined by sidewalks and parkway
lawn rather than a consistent tree canopy.
Irregular right-of-way widths created by curvilinear alignment of
roadway.
Opportunities
Wayfinding is necessary at Corby St as well as Ohio St.
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CRITERIA
EXISTING CONDITION
PAVEMENT WIDTH
25 ft.
2
TRUCK TRAFFIC
Prohibited
ON-STREET PARKING
No
CURB RETURN RADIUS
25 ft.
MAXIMUM SPEED
30 mph
MEDIAN
No
No
CROSSWALKS
No
Maximum 12 ft.
TRAFFIC CALMING
Curvilinear alignment
BIKE FACILITIES
No
On-road, sharrow
BUILDING SETBACK
Various
Minimum 12 ft.
STREET LIGHTING
Cobra-head, various spacing
Update*
UTILITIES
Below ground
FENCING
SIDEWALKS
Both sides - 4 ft.
Minimum 5 ft.
TRAILS
No
TREE SPECIES
Various
PARKWAY LAWN
4 ft.
Minimum 6 ft. where existing trees would not be
impacted by widening
STORMWATER BMP’S
No
Approval+
WATER FEATURES
No
No
No
No
No
By UDRB Approval
PEDESTRIAN LIGHTING
No
By UDRB Approval
STREET FURNISHINGS
No
Prohibited
20 ft.
John
Happy
A. Creighton
Hollow Boulevard
Boulevard
andatNOhio
49thStreet
Street(looking
(lookingnorth)
west)
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SEGMENT
{Lake St to Hamilton St}
LEGEND
Wayfinding
Ohio St
Wayfinding Feature
(signage, pavement
markings, etc.)
Lake St
r s k ine St
E
40th St
Park/Open Space
Historic Boulevard
Boulevard Connector
Blon do St
Parker St
Dec atur St
Fran klin St
WA L N U T
H I L L PA R K
Approx. Length
Right-of-way Width
34th St
Con nect or to Fon tene lle Blvd
35th St
36th St
Cha rles St
38th St
Seward St
Ham ilton St
Connector to
Mercer Blvd
3,500 lf.
100 ft. (Lake St to Blondo St.)
150 ft. (Blondo St. to Hamilton St.)
Well defined portion of the system despite different building
setbacks on either side of the street. Although setbacks vary, the
segment is perceived as a continuous boulevard.
Preserve mature tree canopy and parkway lawn.
Opportunities
Connect to Mercer Blvd through Walnut Hill Park.
Connect west to Fontenelle Blvd via Hamilton St/Military Ave.
Wayfinding for connections will be important at Hamilton Street
intersection.
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CRITERIA
EXISTING CONDITION
PAVEMENT WIDTH
30 ft.
2
TRUCK TRAFFIC
Prohibited
ON-STREET PARKING
No
CURB RETURN RADIUS
25 ft.
MAXIMUM SPEED
30 mph
MEDIAN
No
No
CROSSWALKS
No
Maximum 20 ft.
Maximum 12 ft.
BIKE FACILITIES
No
On-road, bike lanes
BUILDING SETBACK
10 - 50 ft.
Minimum 20 ft.
STREET LIGHTING
Update*
UTILITIES
Below ground
FENCING
SIDEWALKS
Both sides - 4 ft.
Minimum 5 ft.
TRAILS
No
with gaps
TREE SPECIES
Various
PARKWAY LAWN
40 ft. (west) 14 ft. (east);
4 ft. (south of Blondo St)
Minimum 14 ft.
STORMWATER BMP’S
No
Approval+
WATER FEATURES
No
No
No
No
No
By UDRB Approval
PEDESTRIAN LIGHTING
No
By UDRB Approval
STREET FURNISHINGS
No
TRAFFIC CALMING
JohnHappy
A. Creighton
HollowBoulevard
Boulevard at
and
Burdette
N 49thStreet
Street(looking
(looking south)
west)
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LINCOLN
76
Hwy 75
WA L N U T
H I L L PA R K
MERCER
PA R K
1
Cum ing St
B E M I S PA R K
2
30th St Con nect or
Burt St
Cali forn ia St
Cass St
i -48 0
GIFFORD
PA R K
Davenpo rt St
TURNER
PA R K
i -48 0
33rd St
35th Ave
38th St
Dod ge St
L I N C O L N B O U L E VA R D
Lincoln Boulevard was built in the early 1890’s. It runs
through the Bemis Park neighborhood east, from
Mercer Boulevard to its end at North 30th Street. It
then reemerges immediately north of Dodge Street
and intersects with Turner Boulevard. The Bemis Park
subdivision was the City’s first subdivision to be laid out
with a curvilinear street pattern responding to existing
topography.
The section along Bemis Park stands today as an
excellent example of the economic value transferred to
adjacent properties through preservation of the park
and boulevard system. Property values are high, the
neighborhood retains its pedestrian friendly feel and
one can readily imagine what it looked like in the early
1900’s. In the 1960’s a large portion of Lincoln Boulevard
was lost to construction of Interstate 480 east of what is
now Roberts Dairy and Creighton Hospital.
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SEGMENT
1 | L I N C O L N B O U L E VA R D
{Mercer Blvd to Glenwood Ave}
LEGEND
Wayfinding
40th St
Park/Open Space
Historic Boulevard
36th St
Ham ilton St
38th St
Wayfinding Feature
(signage, pavement
markings, etc.)
WA L N U T H I L L
PA R K
Lafayett e Ave
Boulevard Connector
ln
Blv
d
en
L
o
inc
Gl
wo
o
d Ave
Mercer Blvd
Izar d St
M E R C E R PA R K
Nich ols St
Cum ing St
Burt St
Pag e St
Web ster St
Approx. Length
Right-of-way Width
Adjacent Land Use
1,350 lf.
70 ft.
Attractive segment going through Mercer Park and winding down
to Bemis Park. The variable topography is an significant asset to
landscape form and character.
Preserve the character of the boulevard and neighborhood,
particularly the historic sycamore trees.
Wayfinding opportunities will be important in connecting this
Boulevard to others in the system.
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LINCOLN BOULEVARD SEGMENT 1
CRITERIA
EXISTING CONDITION
PAVEMENT WIDTH
30 ft.
2
TRUCK TRAFFIC
Prohibited
ON-STREET PARKING
Allowed - one side
CURB RETURN RADIUS
30 ft.
MAXIMUM SPEED
30 mph
25 mph
MEDIAN
No
No
CROSSWALKS
No
20 ft.
Maximum of 12 ft.
TRAFFIC CALMING
BIKE FACILITIES
On-road, sharrow
BUILDING SETBACK
20 ft. setback
STREET LIGHTING
Update*
UTILITIES
Below ground
FENCING
SIDEWALKS
One side - 4 ft.
Minimum 5 ft.
TRAILS
No
TREE SPECIES
Various, Sycamore dominant
PARKWAY LAWN
1 - 8 ft.
STORMWATER BMP’S
No
Approval+
WATER FEATURES
No
No
No
No
No
By UDRB Approval
PEDESTRIAN LIGHTING
No
By UDRB Approval
STREET FURNISHINGS
No
Symmetrical tree plantings; max. 40 ft. spacing
Groups 1+ maintain continuous canopy
Happy Hollow
Lincoln
Boulevard
Boulevard
and in
N Mercer
49th Street
Park(looking
(lookingwest)
east)
Lincoln Boulevard adjacent to
Cuming Street
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SEGMENT
2 | L I N C O L N B O U L E VA R D
{Glenwood Ave to N 30th St}
LEGEND
Wayfinding
Wayfinding Feature
(signage, pavement
markings, etc.)
Park/Open Space
B E M I S PA R K
Cum ing St
Historic Boulevard
Burt St
32nd St
33rd St
36th St
38th St
30th St Con nect or
Boulevard Connector
Cali forn ia St
Cass St
31st St
35th St
36th St
35th Ave
36th Ave
37th St
GIFFORD
PA R K
Davenpo rt St
Dod ge St
Approx. Length
Right-of-way Width
Adjacent Land Use
TURNER
PA R K
3,100 lf.
Additional 3,500 lf. connector to Turner Blvd on 30th St
100 ft.
Preserve the character of the boulevard and neighborhood. Very
close to downtown, yet feels quite and secluded.
Mature tree canopy helps to define the corridor.
Preserve and restore parkway lawn where fences have encroached
beyond building setback line.
Preserve Bemis Park as a neighborhood amenity and an attractive
landscape feature along the boulevard.
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Opportunities
Connect to Turner Blvd using 30th St. The historic alignment was
irrevocably wiped out with the construction of I-480.
LINCOLN BOULEVARD SEGMENT 2
CRITERIA
EXISTING CONDITION
PAVEMENT WIDTH
30 ft.
2
TRUCK TRAFFIC
Prohibited
ON-STREET PARKING
CURB RETURN RADIUS
30 ft.
MAXIMUM SPEED
30 mph
25 mph
MEDIAN
No
No
CROSSWALKS
No
Maximum 20 ft.
Maximum of 12 ft.
TRAFFIC CALMING
BIKE FACILITIES
On-road, sharrow
BUILDING SETBACK
20 ft. setback
STREET LIGHTING
Update*
UTILITIES
Below ground
FENCING
SIDEWALKS
5 ft. (north) 4 ft. (south)
Minimum 5 ft.
TRAILS
No
with gaps
TREE SPECIES
Various
PARKWAY LAWN
15 ft. (3 ft. north side of street
at Bemis Park)
STORMWATER BMP’S
No
Approval+
WATER FEATURES
No
No
No
No
No
By UDRB Approval
PEDESTRIAN LIGHTING
No
By UDRB Approval
STREET FURNISHINGS
No
Happy Hollow Boulevard and N 49th Street
View(looking
from Lincoln
west) Boulevard adjacent to Bemis Park (looking east).
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M E R C E R B O U L E VA R D
{John A. Creighton Blvd to Lincoln Blvd}
Con nect or to
Fon tene lle Blvd
36th St
John Creighto n Blvd
38th St
Cha rles St
40th St
Seward St
Ham ilton St
Con nect or from
John A. Crei ghto n
Blvd
Lafayett e Ave
Wayfinding Feature
(signage, pavement
markings, etc.)
Izar d St
Park/Open Space
Historic Boulevard
M E R C E R PA R K
Nich ols St
Wayfinding
Merc er Park Rd
LEGEND
WA L N U T
H I L L PA R K
L
o
inc
ln
Blv
d
Cum ing St
Boulevard Connector
Approx. Length
Right-of-way Width
Adjacent Land Use
700 lf.
Additional 1,300 lf. connector through Walnut Hill Park to John
Creighton Blvd
100 ft.
Picturesque setting. Historic character still intact today and can
be seen by the historic architecture, aloft tree canopy and well
maintained features.
Opportunities
Connect to John Creighton Blvd through Walnut Hill Park.
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MERCER BOULEVARD
CRITERIA
EXISTING CONDITION
PAVEMENT WIDTH
30 ft.
2
TRUCK TRAFFIC
Prohibited
ON-STREET PARKING
CURB RETURN RADIUS
25 ft.
MAXIMUM SPEED
30 mph
MEDIAN
No
No
CROSSWALKS
No
Maximum 18 ft.
Maximum 12 ft.
TRAFFIC CALMING
BIKE FACILITIES
No
BUILDING SETBACK
25 ft.
STREET LIGHTING
Update*
UTILITIES
Below ground
FENCING
SIDEWALKS
Both sides - 4 ft.
TRAILS
No
with gaps
TREE SPECIES
Various
PARKWAY LAWN
25 ft.
STORMWATER BMP’S
No
Approval+
WATER FEATURES
No
No
No
No
particularly needed through Walnut Hill Park
No
By UDRB Approval
PEDESTRIAN LIGHTING
No
By UDRB Approval
STREET FURNISHINGS
No
Minimum 5 ft.
Happy Hollow BoulevardMercer
and N Boulevard
49th Street(looking
(lookingsouth).
west)
Walnut Hill Park gateway (looking west).
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| M I N N E L U S A B O U L E VA R D
{Florence Blvd to Redick Ave/Miller Park}
Wy
Sh
a ro
ing
Jo
St
nD
r
hn
Pe
rs
hi
Ave
th
N 25
th
N 28
ng
D
r
St
Iowa St
om
Rea d St
Rea d St
Vane St
Whi tmo re St
Ida St
Titu s Ave
Mary St
Bau man Ave
Red ick Ave
Boulevard Connector
Length
Right-of-way Width
M I L L E R PA R K
Con nect or to Mille r
Park Dr (Flo renc e
Blvd )
N 24th St
Historic Boulevard
N 30th St/H wy 75
Park/Open Space
e B lvd
New port Ave
Wayfinding Feature
(signage, pavement
markings, etc.)
N 25th Ave
Wayfinding
F lo re n c
LEGEND
3,600 lf.
Additional 1,500 lf. connector through Miller Park to Florence Blvd
150 ft.
While Minne Lusa is not part of the historic system, it has become a
recognized and valued connector, and will be maintained as such.
Re-connect through Miller Park to Miller Park Dr (Florence Blvd).
84
Opportunities
Should the opportunity arise, place the utility vault in the median,
at the north end of the boulevard, on an adjacent street or
underground. In the near-term consider ways to visually minimize the
vault, subject to Parks Staff review and approval.
MINNE LUSA BOULEVARD
CRITERIA
EXISTING CONDITION
PAVEMENT WIDTH
TRUCK TRAFFIC
Prohibited
ON-STREET PARKING
Yes - both sides
CURB RETURN RADIUS
25 ft.
MAXIMUM SPEED
30 mph
25 mph
MEDIAN
35 ft. wide
No
CROSSWALKS
No
20 ft.
Maximum 12 ft.
BIKE FACILITIES
No
On-road, bike lane or sharrow
BUILDING SETBACK
10 ft. to 25 ft.
Minimum 25 ft.
STREET LIGHTING
Update*
UTILITIES
Below ground
FENCING
SIDEWALKS
Both sides - 6 ft.
TRAILS
No
Evenly spaced within median
and parkway in some areas
TREE SPECIES
Various
PARKWAY LAWN
6 ft. ideal for street trees
STORMWATER BMP’S
No
Approval+
WATER FEATURES
No
No
Yes
No
No
By UDRB Approval
PEDESTRIAN LIGHTING
No
By UDRB Approval
STREET FURNISHINGS
No
TRAFFIC CALMING
Minne Lusa Boulevard (looking south toward Redick Ave)
Monument in Minne Lusa median
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PA X T O N
86
LEGEND
Wayfinding
31st Ave
Gra nd Ave
Fowle r Ave
Wayfinding Feature
(signage, pavement
markings, etc.)
Park/Open Space
Am es Ave
Historic Boulevard
Boulevard Connector
1
Boyd St
2
Sp rag ue St
Sp aul din g St
33rd St
36th St
37th St
39th St
40th St
42n d St
45th St
F onte nelle Blvd
Pra tt St
Blvd
Joh n A. Cre igh ton
FONTENELLE
PA R K
PA X T O N B O U L E VA R D
Paxton Boulevard runs east-west through North
Omaha from John A. Creighton Blvd at North 31st
Avenue, connecting with Fontenelle Boulevard in
Fontenelle Park. Paxton Boulevard is named for
William A. Paxton (1837-July 18, 1907). He was a
businessman and politician and often credited with the
development of the Union Stockyards.
Today Paxton Boulevard exists as originally conceived
in terms of right-of-way and alignment, however
tree plantings need replacement at best or are
missing completely and need reinstatement. There
is opportunity for restoration of this corridor through
Omaha’s Combined Sewer Overflow Program which
envisions this as a route for significant improvement.
The following recommendations form the basis of how
the roadway is to be restored as construction takes
place.
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SEGMENT
1 | PA X T O N B O U L E VA R D
{Fontenelle Blvd to N 42nd Ave}
LEGEND
Fow ler Ave
Wayfinding
Wayfinding Feature
(signage, pavement
markings, etc.)
Mere dith Ave
Park/Open Space
Ame s Ave
Historic Boulevard
Boulevard Connector
Boyd St
FONTENELLE
PA R K
Spra gue St
Right-of-way Width
Adjacent Land Use
43rd St
Approx. Length
44th St
45th St
41st St
42n d St
Rug gles St
Spa uldi ng St
1,600 lf.
100 ft.
Park/Open Space
(Source: City of Omaha Public Works Department Traffic Counts, counts taken in
July 2007)
Preserve the character of the boulevard, particularly quality mature
tree canopy lining the street within Fontenelle Park.
Intersection of Paxton Blvd with Fontenelle Blvd.
Opportunities
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This portion of the boulevard lies within the Combined Sewer
Overflow program, which includes possible installation of Green
Solutions or BMP’s, and reconstruction of existing trail.
The intersection of Paxton Blvd with Fontenelle Blvd is in the
process of being realigned. Intersection special features that include
wayfinding and identity could be incorporated into the project.
PAXTON BOULEVARD SEGMENT 1
CRITERIA
EXISTING CONDITION
PAVEMENT WIDTH
32 ft.
2
TRUCK TRAFFIC
Prohibited
ON-STREET PARKING
No
CURB RETURN RADIUS
25 ft.
MAXIMUM SPEED
30 mph
MEDIAN
No
No
CROSSWALKS
No
No
Not Allowed
TRAFFIC CALMING
BIKE FACILITIES
Yes - 10 ft. sidepath in park
BUILDING SETBACK
No buildings
STREET LIGHTING
Update*
UTILITIES
Below ground
FENCING
No
SIDEWALKS
No
TRAILS
plantings within Park
TREE SPECIES
Various, Honeylocust & Pine
dominant
PARKWAY LAWN
Varies
Minimum 20 ft.
STORMWATER BMP’S
No
Approval+
WATER FEATURES
No
No
No
No
No
By UDRB Approval
PEDESTRIAN LIGHTING
No
By UDRB Approval
STREET FURNISHINGS
No
One side - 5 ft. minimum where existing trees
would not be impacted by installation
Happy
Paxton
Hollow
Boulevard
Boulevard
through
andFontenelle
N 49th Street
Park(looking
(lookingwest)
east).
Historic photo taken from same
vantange point.
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SEGMENT
2 | PA X T O N B O U L E VA R D
{N 42nd Ave to John A. Creighton Blvd/31st Ave}
LEGEND
31st Ave
33rd St
34th Ave
36th Ave
36th St
37th St
38th St
39th St
40th St
40th Ave
Wayfinding Feature
(signage, pavement
markings, etc.)
41st St
42n d St
Wayfinding
Fow ler Ave
Park/Open Space
Mere dith Ave
Historic Boulevard
Boulevard Connector
Ame s Ave
FONTENELLE
PA R K
Boyd St
OMAHA
NORTH HIGH
M AG N E T
SKINNER
M AG N E T
ELEM.
DRUID
HILL
ELEM.
Spra gue St
Spa uldi ng St
Evan s St
Pink ney St
Approx. Length
John A. Crei ghto n Blvd
Prat t St
S PA U L D I N G
PA R K
5,100 lf.
Adjacent Land Use
4,804 ADT along corridor segment. (Source: City of Omaha Public Works Department Traffic Counts, counts taken in
July 2007)
Continuity of the “iconic” boulevard due to broad parkway lawn.
Part of the Paxton Combined Sewer Overflow Separation project.
Opportunities
This portion of the boulevard lies within the Combined Sewer Overflow
program, which includes possible installation of Green Solutions, and/or
BMP’s and replacement of the existing 10 ft. trail adjacent to the roadway.
Work on this portion may present an opportunity to restore the rhythm of
tree canopy.
The intersection of Paxton Blvd with John A. Creighton Blvd should
incorporate special features that include wayfinding and identity.
Careful design consideration of intersection improvements required.
Improvements should not interrupt the character and geometry of the
boulevard. Round-a-bouts should only be considered as a last option.
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PAXTON BOULEVARD SEGMENT 2
CRITERIA
EXISTING CONDITION
PAVEMENT WIDTH
30 ft.
2
TRUCK TRAFFIC
Not Prohibited
ON-STREET PARKING
No
CURB RETURN RADIUS
25 ft.
MAXIMUM SPEED
30 mph
MEDIAN
No
No
CROSSWALKS
No
Maximum 20 ft.
Prohibited
Maximum 12 ft.
TRAFFIC CALMING
BIKE FACILITIES
BUILDING SETBACK
No buildings
STREET LIGHTING
Update*
UTILITIES
Below ground
FENCING
No
SIDEWALKS
Both sides - 4 ft.
TRAILS
Yes - 10 ft. sidepath in adjacent
open space
tree plantings
TREE SPECIES
Various
PARKWAY LAWN
20 - 34 ft.
Minimum 20 ft.
STORMWATER BMP’S
No
Approval+
WATER FEATURES
No
No
No
No
No
By UDRB Approval
PEDESTRIAN LIGHTING
No
By UDRB Approval
STREET FURNISHINGS
No
Minimum 5 ft.
Happy Hollow Boulevard and
Paxton
N 49th
Boulevard
Street (looking
(lookingwest)
east)
Wide parkway lawns remain
along the Boulevard
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R I V E RV I E W
92
Farnam St
Leavenworth St
Pacific St
Pierce St
1
Popplet on Ave
William St
DA H L M A N
PA R K
R I V E RV I E W B O U L E VA R D
5th St
6th St
7th St
8th St
9th St
10th St
Today the route is a relatively typical residential street
from Mason to Bancroft and Bancroft east to the
elementary school. School construction and the I-80
project changed the corridor and only the portion south
of I-80 retains typical boulevard character.
12th St
Riverview Boulevard was an important part of
Cleveland’s vision for the Omaha System, however it is
the corridor that exhibits fewer characteristics typical
of the boulevards than any other. City records note
that although it appears as part of the historic network
and was planned to connect Riverview Park north to
Bancroft and then to 11th Street “it appears that they (11th,
Bancroft, and Riverview) received little improvement
and remained “boulevards” primarily in name only.
Hickory St
Dorcas St
2
Martha St
Arbor St
Vinton St
Ba ncr oft St
BANCROFT
ELEM.
3
Oa
t
kS
Fred eric k St
I- 8 0
Bob Gibs on
Blvd
R O S E N B L AT T
S TA D I U M
HENRY
D O O R LY
ZOO
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SEGMENT
1 | R I V E RV I E W B O U L E VA R D
{Mason St to William St}
LEGEND
Wayfinding
Wayfinding Feature
(signage, pavement
markings, etc.)
Leavenworth St
Park/Open Space
Historic Boulevard
Boulevard Connector
Mason St
Pacific St
Pierce St
Park Wild Ave
8th St
9th St
10th St
12th St
13th St
14th St
William St
Woolwo rth Ave
Pine St
Approx. Length
Right-of-way Width
Adjacent Land Use
1,670 lf.
80 ft.
Commercial, Industrial
Disconnected from the historic system.
Much of the historic features and character are no longer present.
Opportunities
Connect to downtown and proposed/future Harney Bikeway.
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RIVERVIEW BOULEVARD SEGMENT 1
CRITERIA
EXISTING CONDITION
PAVEMENT WIDTH
48 ft.
2
TRUCK TRAFFIC
Not Prohibited
ON-STREET PARKING
CURB RETURN RADIUS
30 ft.
MAXIMUM SPEED
30 mph
MEDIAN
No
No
CROSSWALKS
No
Maximum 30 ft.
TRAFFIC CALMING
BIKE FACILITIES
No
BUILDING SETBACK
10 ft.
STREET LIGHTING
Update*
UTILITIES
Above ground
FENCING
SIDEWALKS
Both sides - 4 - 6 ft.
Minimum 5 ft.
TRAILS
No
Individual tree plantings,
unevenly spaced
TREE SPECIES
Various
PARKWAY LAWN
0 - 4 ft.
STORMWATER BMP’S
No
Approval+
WATER FEATURES
No
No
No
No
No
By UDRB Approval
PEDESTRIAN LIGHTING
No
By UDRB Approval
STREET FURNISHINGS
No
spacing where gaps exist+
Historic photo of picnic at Riverview Park
Pavillion in late 19th Century.
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SEGMENT
{William St to Bancroft St}
LEGEND
8th St
9th St
10th St
Woolwo rth Ave
14th St
15th St
Park/Open Space
Will iam St
12th St
Wayfinding Feature
(signage, pavement
markings, etc.)
13th St
Wayfinding
Pine St
Boulevard Connector
7th St
Historic Boulevard
Hickory St
Cen ter St
Dorc as St
Mart ha St
Cast elar St
Vi
nton
St
Ban crof t St
Length
Right-of-way Width
4,380 lf.
80 ft. (William St to Hickory St)
70 ft. (Hickory St to Bancroft St)
Adjacent Land Use
Residential, Commercial, Industrial
Disconnected from the historic system.
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Opportunities
Connect to downtown and future/proposed Harney Bikeway.
CRITERIA
EXISTING CONDITION
PAVEMENT WIDTH
38 ft. (William St to Bancroft
St) 32 ft. (along Bancroft St)
2
TRUCK TRAFFIC
Not Prohibited
ON-STREET PARKING
CURB RETURN RADIUS
20 ft.
MAXIMUM SPEED
30 mph
MEDIAN
No
No
CROSSWALKS
No
Maximum 30 ft.
Maximum 12 ft. (residential); Maximum 20 ft.
(commercial)
BIKE FACILITIES
No
On-road, sharrow (on Bancroft)
BUILDING SETBACK
10 ft.
STREET LIGHTING
Update*
UTILITIES
Above ground
FENCING
SIDEWALKS
Both sides - 5 ft.
TRAILS
No
TRAFFIC CALMING
TREE SPECIES
Symmetrical tree spacing, with Restore symmetrical, evenly spaced; max. 40 ft.
gaps
Various
PARKWAY LAWN
10 ft.
STORMWATER BMP’S
No
Approval+
WATER FEATURES
No
No
No
No
No
By UDRB Approval
PEDESTRIAN LIGHTING
No
By UDRB Approval
STREET FURNISHINGS
No
Photo of lake at Riverview Park in late 19th
Century.
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SEGMENT
{Bancroft St to Grover St}
LEGEND
6th St
7th St
Wayfinding Feature
(signage, pavement
markings, etc.)
7th Ave
8th St
Wayfinding
Park/Open Space
Historic Boulevard
Ban crof t St
9th St
10th St
12th St
Boulevard Connector
BANCROFT
SCHOOL
Oa
t
kS
Fred eric k St
I- 8 0
Hasc all St
Bob Gibs on Blvd
HENRY
D O O R LY
ZOO
R O S E N B L AT T
S TA D I U M
Approx. Length
Right-of-way Width
Adjacent Land Use
Valley St
Grover St
2,800 lf.
Additional 1,370 lf. Connector on Bancroft St
130 ft. (Bancroft St to Hascall St)
150 ft. (Hascall St to Grover St)
Currently disconnected from the historic system.
Parking lot on west side of Riverview Blvd adjacent to Henry Doorly Zoo
is within the right-of-way.
Opportunities
Connect to Deer Park Blvd via Bob Gibson Blvd and 10th Street.
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CRITERIA
EXISTING CONDITION
PAVEMENT WIDTH
30 ft.
2
TRUCK TRAFFIC
Not Prohibited
ON-STREET PARKING
CURB RETURN RADIUS
35 ft.
MAXIMUM SPEED
30 mph
MEDIAN
No
No
CROSSWALKS
No
Maximum 30 ft.
25 ft.
Maximum 20 ft.
TRAFFIC CALMING
BIKE FACILITIES
No
On-road, sharrow
BUILDING SETBACK
15 ft.
STREET LIGHTING
Update*
UTILITIES
Above ground
FENCING
SIDEWALKS
Both sides - 5 ft. (Bancroft to
Spring St)
Continue sidewalk to south on east side of road
TRAILS
No
Individual tree plantings, few
historic
TREE SPECIES
Various
PARKWAY LAWN
4 ft.
STORMWATER BMP’S
No
Approval+
WATER FEATURES
No
No
No
No
No
By UDRB Approval
PEDESTRIAN LIGHTING
No
By UDRB Approval
STREET FURNISHINGS
No
Women in Riverview Park, early 20th Century.
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| SPRING LAKE DRIVE
{S 20th St to S Gifford Dr}
De
er
Pa
B
lv
C
am
io
p
d
SPRING
LAKE
PA R K
LEGEND
13th St
r
ar
14th St
to
nt
15th St
Va
n
16th St
oc
O
17th St
20th St
0
I-8
A St
H
r k B l vd
R O S E N B L AT T
S TA D I U M
B St
St
A
ve
Phel ps St
C St
SPRING
L A K E G O LF
COURSE
D St
Atla s St
K
av
an
St
F St
lle
Gi r St
ffo
rd
G St
Mi
Wayfinding Feature
(signage, pavement
markings, etc.)
Dr
Wayfinding
H St
Park/Open Space
Historic Boulevard
I St
Boulevard Connector
Approx. Length
Right-of-way Width
Adjacent Land Use
J St
6,100 lf.
130 ft.
Provides a connection south over Interstate 80 to Spring Lake Park,
9-hole Golf Course and Riverfront Trail.
Naturalistic tree plantings add to the park-like drive.
Careful design consideration of intersection improvements required.
Round-a-bouts should only be considered as a last option.
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Opportunities
Enhanced entrance to the system at Spring Lake Dr and S 13th St
intersection.
SPRING LAKE DRIVE
CRITERIA
EXISTING CONDITION
PAVEMENT WIDTH
30 ft.
2
TRUCK TRAFFIC
Prohibited
ON-STREET PARKING
CURB RETURN RADIUS
20 ft.
MAXIMUM SPEED
30 mph
MEDIAN
No
Yes
CROSSWALKS
Yes
Maximum 15 ft.
TRAFFIC CALMING
BIKE FACILITIES
No
BUILDING SETBACK
20 ft.
On-road, sharrow
STREET LIGHTING
Update*
UTILITIES
Below ground
FENCING
SIDEWALKS
One side - 5 ft.
TRAILS
Yes - 8 ft. (C St to I St)
TREE SPECIES
Various
PARKWAY LAWN
Minimum 6 ft.
STORMWATER BMP’S
No
Approval+
WATER FEATURES
No
No
No
No
No
By UDRB Approval
PEDESTRIAN LIGHTING
No
By UDRB Approval
STREET FURNISHINGS
No
Connect from I St to 13th Street
spacing
Spring Lake Drive at golf course entrance (looking southeast)
Spring Lake Drive at golf course
entrance (looking northwest)
1 01
TURNER
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T U R N E R B O U L E VA R D
Turner Boulevard extends from 30th Street south to
Woolworth Avenue. The first land for the boulevard
was donated by Mrs. Charlotte M. Turner in memory of
her son, Curtiss Turner. Turner Boulevard meanders its
way through several neighborhoods and is anchored
on each end by Turner Park on the north and Hanscom
Park on the south.
Dod ge St
TURNER
PA R K
1
Farn am St
Harn ey St
DEWEY
PA R K
Dewey Ave
2
Jack son St
Leavenworth St
L E AV E N W O R T H
PA R K
i -48 0
This boulevard is probably one of more scenic and
interesting of the system. The boulevard also retains
some of the best examples of H.W.S. Cleveland’s planting
concepts of integrating deciduous and coniferous
materials as street trees.
Davenpo rt St
3
Paci fic St
29th St
Park Ave
31st St
32nd St
33rd St
Woo lwor th Ave
32nd Ave
35th St
36th St
HANSCOM
PA R K
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SEGMENT
1 | T U R N E R B O U L E VA R D
{Dodge St to Harney St}
LEGEND
Wayfinding
GIFFORD
PA R K
Park/Open Space
30th St
Wayfinding Feature
(signage, pavement
markings, etc.)
Chic ago St
Davenpo rt St
Historic Boulevard
31st St
31st Ave
32nd Ave
Boulevard Connector
Dod ge St
Dou glas St
Farn am St
i -48 0
Park Ave
33rd St
34th St
TURNER
PA R K
Harn ey St
Dewey Ave
Approx. Length
DEWEY
PA R K
1,200 lf.
Adjacent Land Use
Preserve the character of the boulevard and adjacent Dewey and
Turner Parks to provide as a neighborhood amenity.
Very urban section that carries a significant amount of vehicular
traffic. High visibility point in the system to incorporate significant
wayfinding and identification.
Opportunities
Connect to Lincoln Blvd using 30th St. The historic alignment was
irrevocably wiped out with the construction of I-480.
“S” curve realignment at the intersection of Dodge St/Douglas St/
Turner Blvd. Restoring rhythm of tree canopy and parkway lawn
should be a consideration in the design process. Also, restore to twoway traffic, if possible.
Connect to the proposed Harney St Bikeway going east/west.
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TURNER BOULEVARD SEGMENT 1
CRITERIA
EXISTING CONDITION
PAVEMENT WIDTH
40 ft.
3
TRUCK TRAFFIC
Not Prohibited
ON-STREET PARKING
No
CURB RETURN RADIUS
30 ft.
MAXIMUM SPEED
30 mph
MEDIAN
No
Yes
CROSSWALKS
Yes
Maximum 20 ft.
TRAFFIC CALMING
BIKE FACILITIES
Yes - 8 ft. sidepath in Turner
Park
BUILDING SETBACK
0 ft. setback
STREET LIGHTING
Update*
UTILITIES
Below ground
FENCING
SIDEWALKS
One side - 5 ft.
TRAILS
Yes - 10 ft.
with gaps
TREE SPECIES
Various
Groups 1 thru 5** maintain continuous canopy
PARKWAY LAWN
Varies
Minimum 8 ft.
STORMWATER BMP’S
No
Approval+
WATER FEATURES
No
No
No
No
No
By UDRB Approval
PEDESTRIAN LIGHTING
No
By UDRB Approval
STREET FURNISHINGS
No
Both sides - minimum 6 ft. - ensure connectivity
through ‘S-curve’ realignment project
Happy Hollow Boulevard and N 49th Street (looking west)
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SEGMENT
{Harney St to Leavenworth St }
LEGEND
Wayfinding
Wayfinding Feature
(signage, pavement
markings, etc.)
Farn am St
Park/Open Space
Harn ey St
Historic Boulevard
Boulevard Connector
Dewey Ave
DEWEY
PA R K
Howard St
Jack son St
Jone s St
Leavenworth St
PA R K
Approx. Length
Marc y St
2,300 lf.
Adjacent Land Use
Curvilinear alignment contributes to park-like feel of the boulevard.
Existing 8’ trail winding adjacent to and crossing the boulevard.
Opportunities
Clarify wayfinding at Jackson and 34th Streets. Incorporate
wayfinding feature at intersection with Harney St Bikeway.
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CRITERIA
EXISTING CONDITION
PAVEMENT WIDTH
35 ft.
3
TRUCK TRAFFIC
Prohibited
ON-STREET PARKING
No
CURB RETURN RADIUS
25 ft.
MAXIMUM SPEED
30 mph
MEDIAN
No
Yes
CROSSWALKS
Yes
Maximum 15 ft.
TRAFFIC CALMING
BIKE FACILITIES
Yes - 8 ft. sidepath
BUILDING SETBACK
10 ft. setback
On-road, sharrows
STREET LIGHTING
Update*
UTILITIES
Below ground
FENCING
SIDEWALKS
One side - 5 ft.
TRAILS
with gaps
TREE SPECIES
Various
PARKWAY LAWN
Varies
Minimum 8 ft.
STORMWATER BMP’S
No
Approval+
WATER FEATURES
No
No
No
No
No
By UDRB Approval
PEDESTRIAN LIGHTING
No
By UDRB Approval
STREET FURNISHINGS
No
Turner
HappyBoulevard
Hollow Boulevard
throughand
Dewey
N 49th
ParkStreet
(looking
(looking
southwest)
west)
Two boys in Curtiss Turner Park, taken
in early 20th Century.
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SEGMENT
{Leavenworth St to Woolworth Ave}
LEGEND
Wayfinding
Wayfinding Feature
(signage, pavement
markings, etc.)
Leavenworth St
PA R K
Park/Open Space
Historic Boulevard
Marc y St
Mas on St
Boulevard Connector
Paci fic St
Pop plet on Ave
32nd St
33rd St
35th St
35th Ave
36th St
Woo lwor th Ave
Approx. Length
Right-of-way Width
Adjacent Land Use
4,000 lf.
100 ft.
Curvilinear ascent to the Field Club Neighborhood provides a
very pleasant experience whether on the trail or driving. Mature
trees provide orderly canopy while framing views of the park and
surrounding neighborhoods.
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CRITERIA
EXISTING CONDITION
PAVEMENT WIDTH
30 ft. (34 ft. Poppleton Ave to
Woolworth Ave)
2
TRUCK TRAFFIC
Prohibited
ON-STREET PARKING
Allowed - one side (both sides
Poppleton Ave to Woolworth
Ave)
CURB RETURN RADIUS
25 ft.
MAXIMUM SPEED
30 mph
MEDIAN
No
No
CROSSWALKS
Yes
Maximum 15 ft.
25 mph
TRAFFIC CALMING
BIKE FACILITIES
(Leavenworth St to Pacific St)
BUILDING SETBACK
20 ft. setback
STREET LIGHTING
Update*
UTILITIES
Below ground
FENCING
SIDEWALKS
One side - 5 ft.
TRAILS
TREE SPECIES
Various
PARKWAY LAWN
Varies
Minimum 15 ft.
STORMWATER BMP’S
No
Approval+
WATER FEATURES
No
No
No
No
No
By UDRB Approval
PEDESTRIAN LIGHTING
No
By UDRB Approval
STREET FURNISHINGS
No
On-road, sharrows
Turner Boulevard through Curtiss Turner Park (looking north)
Turner Boulevard south of Poppleton Ave (looking south)
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| W O O LW O R T H AV E N U E
{S 36th St to Hanscom Blvd/S 32nd St}
Paci fic Ave
Pop plet on Ave
Right-of-way Width
Adjacent Land Use
32nd Ave
Wal nut St
33rd St
Approx. Length
HANSCOM
PA R K
Hickory St
Boulevard Connector
32nd St
Pine St
Park/Open Space
Historic Boulevard
33rd St
35th St
35th Ave
Wayfinding Feature
(signage, pavement
markings, etc.)
36th St
Wayfinding
F I E L D C L U B G O LF C O U R S E
LEGEND
1,820 lf.
100 ft.
(Source: City of Omaha Public Works Department Traffic Counts, average counts
taken in Oct. 2007 and 2010)
Despite it’s “Avenue” name designation, Woolworth is shown on
Cleveland’s map as being part of the historic boulevard system and
will be treated as such.
This portion is very well preserved. The historic architecture and
geometric relationships of pavement to parkway lawn to sidewalk
to vegetation provide an idyllic atmosphere conducive to both
pedestrians and slow-moving vehicular traffic.
The narrower lanes of the divided portion of Woolworth Ave aid in
traffic calming while still allowing on-street parking.
Provides a connection to Hanscom Park from Turner Blvd.
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Opportunities
As part of the Omaha Master Plan Transportation Element, this
segment should be considered for bike lanes and sharrows.
WOOLWORTH AVENUE
CRITERIA
EXISTING CONDITION
PAVEMENT WIDTH
36 ft.; 18 ft. either side at
divided portion
2
TRUCK TRAFFIC
Prohibited
ON-STREET PARKING
CURB RETURN RADIUS
25 ft.
MAXIMUM SPEED
25 mph
MEDIAN
Yes - 35 ft. width
No
CROSSWALKS
No
Maximum 12 ft.
TRAFFIC CALMING
BIKE FACILITIES
No
On-road, sharrow
BUILDING SETBACK
25 ft. setback
STREET LIGHTING
Update*
UTILITIES
Below ground
FENCING
SIDEWALKS
Both sides - 5 ft.
TRAILS
No
Symmetrical spacing with
some gaps
TREE SPECIES
Various
PARKWAY LAWN
20 ft. (8 ft. at divided portion)
STORMWATER BMP’S
No
Approval+
WATER FEATURES
No
No
No
No
No
By UDRB Approval
PEDESTRIAN LIGHTING
No
By UDRB Approval
STREET FURNISHINGS
No
Happy
Divided
Hollow
portion
Boulevard
of Woolworth
and N 49th
Avenue
Street (looking
(looking west)
Tree lined parkway lawns on Woolworth
Avenue (looking east)
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S ECTION 4 | I M P LEM EN TAT I ON
4IMPLEMENTATION
The Historic System
The most significant conclusion of the Omaha
Boulevard Master Plan is that the historic integrity of
the system and the infrastructure be preserved and
maintained. This was endorsed by the public through
the planning process and largely shaped the preceding
recommendations. For this reason, implementation
focuses on maintenance of the existing improvements
and careful review and consideration of any proposed
change to an historic boulevard segment. The express
intent of this Master Plan is to protect what is in place. As
infrastructure deteriorates, as it will over time, it should
be replaced consistent with the identified, segment by
segment recommendations.
There is no existing, specific, budget allocation or
dedicated funding source for Omaha’s Boulevard
System. In the future it may be desirable to create such
a mechanism, however at the present time boulevard
projects will likely be coupled with other capital
improvement expenditures. As projects are proposed
highest priority should be given to the following:
1.Preservation of existing trees, maintenance of existing trees and
the addition of trees along the boulevard where they no longer exist. This is
important in that trees take many years to mature and the sooner they start
the sooner they will contribute to the character of the segment.
2.Maintenance of curbs, sidewalks, and street pavement
including
operational considerations such as street sweeping.
3.Installation of wayfinding and identification
consistent with
recommendations to create a subtly recognizable identity for the historic
system.
4.Systematic replacement or enhancement of cobra-head streetlights
with the recommended alternate fixture as an element of the wayfinding
and identification package.
S E C T I O N 4 | I M P L E M E N TATION
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Boulevard Connections
The Omaha Boulevard Master Plan process included a discussion of the extent to which boulevard
segments are or are not connected to one another, how access to the historic system could be
improved from other parts of the city and how it would be desirable to implement a higher design
standard along the connector routes. The intent of these connections is to compliment the historic
system, not try to replicate it.
The subject of appropriate connecting routes was covered in the public meetings and with the
City of Omaha staff representatives. Their input led to the map below which illustrates those
connections determined to be most important. The intent of identifying the connections is that
these roadways receive priority consideration for enhancements but are not expected to be
subject to the Historic Boulevard Recommendations contained in this Master Plan.
In terms of improvement standard, Omaha currently has
adopted Boulevard Design Guidelines that dictate the
design and character of the future Suburban Omaha
Boulevard System. These guidelines are an excellent
resource for the standard to be applied to the connector
routes to the extent possible. It should be noted that
specific connector routes may also fall under other
adopted design recommendations such as:
»» Green Streets for Omaha
»» Omaha Streetscape Handbook
»» Urban Design Handbook for Omaha
»» Transportation Master Plan
»» Area of Civic Improvement Overlay District
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LEGEND
Wayfinding
Wayfinding Feature
(signage, pavement
markings, etc.)
Park/Open Space
Historic Boulevard
Boulevard Connector
Begin/End Boulevard
Begin/End Boulevard
Segment
5
Number
115
Wayfinding and Identification
Wayfinding encompasses all of the ways in which people orient themselves and navigate from
place to place. Wayfinding signage, in addition to aiding navigation, enhances neighborhood
identity and character. In studying the Omaha Boulevard system, there are wonderful historic
streetscapes and landscapes, however it is difficult to follow as an identifiable network. This
becomes more important as the system is designated as an historic landmark – a process which
is expected to be complete in 2013 – as visitors and residents seek to experience and learn from
urban and transportation planning practices of the past.
The importance of creating a coherent wayfinding and
identity for the Historic Boulevard System was reinforced
through the Master Plan process. The purpose of this
effort in the Master Plan was to determine a design
concept and direction of wayfinding techniques. Design
of the actual elements for construction is the subject
of a future planning process. In discussions with the
public and city of Omaha staff, the following elements
were chosen as most appropriate to incorporate into
recommendations for wayfinding.
»» Street Lighting
»» Pavement Markings
»» Signage – both wayfinding and special street name
signs
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Site furnishings are an important
part of the streetscape experience
and can enhance use and quality of
any space. Any lighting, benches,
trash receptacles, bike racks, etc.
should
be
consistent
with
the
Omaha Streetscape Handbook and
approved by Administrative Staff.
Street Lighting
The city currently relies upon the Omaha Public Power
District (OPPD) to provide street lighting through a
long standing agreement. OPPD installs, maintains, and
operates the streetlights and charges the City for the
service. In connection with their agreement, they offer
a limited selection of streetlight styles, however the
majority of the lights in place on the boulevard system
are the standard “cobra head” style typical of most of
Omaha’s streets.
(left) OPPD standard Acorn fixture. An LED option is offered and
should be considered for street lighting along the boulevards.
(right)Where replacement may not be feasible, a specially designed
pole base cover similar to this one that coordinates with the acorn
lights. These would be installed on existing poles.
The public and staff recognized through the Master
Plan process that uniqueness and consistency in street
light design could enhance wayfinding. It was also clear
that recommendations needed to focus on the styles
available from OPPD. Finally, it may be necessary to
retain existing streetlights since funding for replacement
may be incremental at best but it is still desirable to
make the existing lights unique to the boulevard system.
The direction chosen was to work toward change out of
the cobra head fixtures to the Acorn fixture offered by
OPPD. Where this is not feasible, a specially designed
cover that coordinates with the Acorn fixtures would
be installed on the existing cobra head poles. See the
illustration as an example of what might be accomplished.
Following this general concept, work remains to create
a strategic light replacement guide and design for the
light pole covers.
Pavement Markings
A less obvious but widely supported wayfinding
implementation recommendation relates to pavement
markings. There are a number of locations, identified
on the system-wide map, pg. 115 (
and ) where it is
difficult to know where the boulevard extends relative to
intersecting streets. These are excellent opportunities
for unique pavement markings to point the way.
The preferred approach through the Master Plan process
was the use of a custom designed heat applied pavement
marking inlay. The benefits of this technique were its
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relative ease of installation on existing pavement, the
relative lower maintenance prospect of this compared
to other options and the somewhat limitless potential
for unique design thereby adding to its effectiveness
as wayfinding. In discussions with the public and the
staff, it was recommended that the City research the
use of the heat applied inlay as a complement to the
centerline stripe on boulevard segments, not necessarily
replacing the centerline stripe but perhaps augmenting
it on either side. Using the inlay on crosswalks was
also recommended although it was recognized that
crosswalks are not likely to be installed in every location
where confusion occurs.
Following this general concept, work remains to
complete the design of the heat applied inlay and create
a phasing plan for implementation.
(top) Ease of installation is a significant benefit of the heat applied
inlay in lieu of pavers.
(bottom) The heat applied inlay also offers greater longevity than
simply painting as it is integral with the pavement.
Signage
Finally, signage and distinctive street name signs
complete the recommended wayfinding package.
Currently there is a standard street name sign used
throughout the city. In some cases, especially in historic
neighborhoods, there are distinct street name signs.
There are no signs identifying the boulevard network.
The recommendation rising from the Master Plan
process is to create and implement an identity sign
package for the boulevard system that includes a system
logo, identification signs applied to streetlight or other
appropriate poles and distinctive street name signs
designed specifically for Omaha’s Historic Boulevards.
It was noted in the discussion that sign design be
coordinated with the ongoing Bike Omaha signage since
a number of routes overlap. In addition there may be
other wayfinding recommendations in the urban Design
Handbook for Omaha that should be coordinated with
the boulevard sign program.
(above) Example of simple wayfinding signage incorporated onto
existing fixtures. It is important to reduce signage “clutter” that
currently exists on the system, by combining signs on the same pole
or removing signs that are not needed.
(below) Graphic of distinctive street name signs that would installed
on all historic boulevards and boulevard connectors. Logo yet to be
determined.
Future work includes design of the boulevard system logo, identification
signs and special street name signs. This effort would be accompanied by a
phased implementation plan.
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CENTER STRIPE
24”
Wayfinding has the function to inform people of the
surroundings in the (unfamiliar) built environment, it
is important to show information at strategic points
to guide people into the right directions. Complex
structures in the build environment are interpreted
and stored by the human memory. Distances, locations
and time may be remembered differently than as they
appear to be in reality.
24”
The heat applied inlay in two-foot bands on either side of road
center stripe identifies and guides one through the boulevard
system.
An effective wayfinding system is based on human
behavior and consists of the following characteristics:
»» Intuitive and apparent
Create a comprehensive, clear and consistent visual communication system with
concise messaging.
»» Show only what is needed
Show information that is relevant to the space, location and / or navigation path.
»» Remove excessive information
Remove unnecessary elements to create a clear visual environment ahead.
WAYFINDING SIGN
STREET NAME SIGN
LIGHT POLE
BASE
CENTERLINE
INLAY
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5GRAPHIC GLOSSARY
Bicycle Facilities
The Boulevard System is an important component of the city’s
bicycle facility network as it is proposed. Generally the boulevard
corridors are easily ridden routes with gentle grades, connecting
points of interest and public places. There are three facilities
recommended for the system and the location of each depends
on the segment under consideration. The three types of facility
are:
»» The Sharrow – This is a shared lane marking placed on a
Sharrow
travel lane to indicate that a bicyclist may use the lane. On
multi-lane streets it is placed in the outside lane. This is the
facility recommended for most boulevard corridors, as the
pavement width of the boulevard system does not easily
accommodate a bicycle lane.
»» Bicycle Lane Marking – Typically bicycle lanes are 5 feet
in width and designated by a continuous lane marking on
the street pavement. Most pavement widths in the Omaha
Boulevard System are not sufficient to meet minimum lane
width requirements.
Bike Lane Marking
»» Side Path – This is a path or trail that has been designated
for use by pedestrians and cyclists which is separated from
the roadway pavement by a curb and/or by distance. Within
the existing boulevard system there is a side path along a
portion of Happy Hollow and Turner Boulevard.
Building Setback
The building setback is the distance beyond which a building
cannot extend toward the street. With respect to these guidelines
the building setback is measured from the right-of-way line and
sets a uniform appearance throughout a specific corridor or
boulevard segment and is important to the visual character of
the boulevard. Building setbacks vary throughout the system
and are typically more generous than you see in other parts of
the city. It is important to note that in addition to the building,
fences are to be behind the building setback line.
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Side Path
Building Setback
Curb Return Radius
Building Setback
Curb returns are the curved connection of the curbs in the corners
formed by the intersection of two streets. Their purposes are
to guide vehicles in turning corners and to separate vehicular
traffic from pedestrian areas. The radius of the curb return is an
important character defining element of the historic boulevard
system. The radii are smaller than those characteristically
found in modern street standards. Smaller curb return radii
are considered by many to add to a more pedestrian friendly
environment as they serve to decrease the length of pedestrian
crosswalks and enhance pedestrian safety.
Driveways/Curb Cuts
Driveways and/or curb cuts on boulevards help provide access
to abutting land uses. The width of driveways impact the historic
character of the system and are therefore limited to 20’ in most
cases.
Median
Medians are the center portion of a street that separates opposing
direction of travel. Within the Omaha’s Boulevard System the
width of medians vary, however they are landscaped and are
important character defining elements of the historic system.
Not every boulevard has a median.
Median
Number of Through Lanes
The number of through lanes refer to the lanes of traffic that
move along a specific boulevard corridor. Two through lanes
mean that two lanes of traffic flow in opposite directions if a twoway route or two lanes flow in one direction if a one-way route.
In some cases boulevard segments are four through lanes – two
lanes for each direction.
Parkway Lawn
Parkway Lawn is the area between the curb and the sidewalk
along boulevard corridors. Typically the Parkway Lawn is planted
with street trees. In any event it is a defining characteristic of
the boulevard system. Although the widths vary by segment,
they are important to maintain as they exist and replace to a
historically accurate dimension where possible.
Parkway Lawn
Pavement Width
Pavement width is the width of the street from edge to edge, in
most cases from curb to curb. It varies throughout the boulevard
system and may include parallel parking as well as traffic lanes.
The pavement width impacts the speed of traffic, the number
of lanes in a given corridor, and the ability to provide on road
bicycle facilities
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Right-of-Way Width
The Right-of-way Width of a given boulevard is that specific strip
of land that is granted for transportation purposes. The line is
not readily discernible on the ground but is a legal right to use/
reserve the property for travel on, maintenance or expansion of
the roadway. In the case of the Omaha Boulevard System the
right-of-way is under the purview of the Parks and Recreation
Department and they have sole discretion over what occurs
within it. Boulevard rights-of-way vary depending on the location
within the system but can be as wide as 200’ and as narrow as
75’. Often the roadway pavement is centered in the right-of-way
but not in all cases.
Street Tree Configuration
Street tree plantings occur in a variety of forms within the
boulevard system. In some cases there are formal rows of single
species and in others, the design is more naturalistic. The spacing
of trees along most of the boulevards is between 30 ft to 40 ft.
The existing configuration along a particular segment should be
maintained and/or enhanced.
Symmetrical / Formal Tree Configuration
Stormwater BMP’s
Improving water quality is essential to protecting our natural
resources. The concept has grown in popularity as government
regulation has focused attention the results of poor stormwater
management on water quality.
Stormwater BMP’s (Best
Management
Practices)
when
appropriately
designed,
constructed and maintained serve to reduce roadway and other
site pollutants from entering streams and waterways. They are
valuable in slowing runoff and reducing erosion and siltation of
waterways. There are a variety of ways to design such facilities
and they can often serve double duty as site amenities (ponds,
wetlands, rain gardens).
Often BMP’s involve the use of native plant materials to filter
pollutants and process stormwater, however, more structural
applications are also helpful especially in developed areas, such
as the boulevard system where space can be limited and historic
integrity of the existing landscape is important. The science of
BMP design is evolving and it is important to remain open to
new approaches, however each new idea needs to be assessed
relative to its ability to meet historic precedence within the
system. Any proposed BMP method on the historic boulevard
system may not result in the removal or damage of existing trees.
»» Bioretention
»» Rain Gardens
»» Porous Pavement
»» Sub-surface Storage
»» Other context appropriate technologies
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Naturalistic Tree Configuration
Overflow
Bioretention and water quality
treatment
Curb Cut with
Sediment Trap
Moisture Barrier
Infiltratio
n
Underdrain
Contr
olled
Overflow Storage
Outlet
Function of Stormwater BMP diagram
Trees Species
Street trees provide environmental benefits by serving as habitat and corridors for urban wildlife. They
provide shade and help to maintain air quality. They provide functional benefits by linking spaces,
increasing the economic value of spaces and in the case of the boulevard system, are the single most
important defining characteristic adding a park-like quality to the corridors. Appropriate tree species for
the system include those originally identified in the Green Streets Manual as Group 1 through Group 6 and
enumerated below. Other cultivars of the species listed may be appropriate however they must match the
aesthetic characteristics of the group. Species with similar characteristics are grouped for convenience
of selection. The intent is to provide visual continuity along any individual boulevard segment while
allowing for horticultural diversity.
GROUP 1
GROUP 2
Large Trees with Round Canopies and
Coarse Textured Foliage
Large Trees with Round Canopies and Fine
Textured Foliage
Acer x freemanii ‘Jeffersred’
Autumn Blaze Maple
Cladrastis kentukea
Yellow Wood
Acer x freemanii ‘Celzani’
Gleditsia triacanthos var. inermis
Thornless Honeylocust
Acer Wigrum Black Maple
Aesculus glabra
Ohio Buckeye
Aesculus hippocastanum
Common Horsechestnut
Gleditsia triacanthos var. inermis ‘Christie’
Halka Honeylocust
Platanus x acerifolia ‘Bloodgood’
Bloodgood London Plane Tree
Gleditsia triacanthos var. inermis ‘Shademaster’
Shademaster Honeylocust
Platanus x acerifolia ‘Columbia’
Columbia London Plane Tree
Gleditsia triacanthos var. inermis ‘Imperial’
Imperial Honeylocust
Platanus x acerifolia ‘Liberty’
Liberty London Plane Tree
Gleditsia triacanthos var. inermis
Thornless Honeylocust
Platanus x acerifolia ‘Yarwood’
Yarwood London Plane Tree
Gymnocladus dioicus
Kentucky Coffee Tree
Platanus occidentalis
American Planetree
Phellodendron amurense ‘Macho’
Amur Cork Tree Macho
Quercus macrocarpa
Bur Oak
Phellodendron amurense ‘His Majesty”
Amur Cork Tree His Majesty
Quercus rubra
Red Oak
Phellodendron amurense
Amur Cork Tree
Quercus alba
White Oak
Sophora japonica ‘Regent’
Regent Scholar Tree
Quercus bicolor
Swamp White Oak
Sophora japonica
Japanese Pagoda Tree, Scholar Tree
Quercus robur
English Oak
Sophora japonica ‘Halka’
Millstone Scholar Tree
Quercus muhlenbergii
Chinkapin Oak
Ulmus parvifolia ‘Dynasty’
Dynasty Elm
Gleditsia triacanthos var. inermis ‘Moraine’
Moraine Honeylocust
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GROUP 3
GROUP 4
Large Trees with Oval Canopies and
Fine Textured Foliage
Large Trees with Oval Canopies and
Coarse Textured Foliage
Celtis occidentalis ‘Prairie Pride’
Prairie Pride Hackberry
Catalpa speciosa
Catalpa
Celtis occidentalis ‘Chicago Land’
Chicago Land Hackberry
Ginkgo biloba
Ginkgo
Celtis occidentalis ‘Windy City’
Windy City Hackberry
Ginkgo biloba ‘Autumn Gold’
Autumn Gold Ginkgo
Metasequoia glyptastroboides
Dawn Redwood
Gleditsia triacanthos inermis ‘Skyline’
Skyline Honeylocust
Quercus imbricaria
Shingle Oak
Liriodendron tulipifera
Tulip Tree
Robinia pseudoacacia ‘Bessoniana’
Purple Robe Locust
Quercus coccinea
Scarlet Oak
Taxodium distichum
Bald Cypress
Quercus velutina
Northern Black Oak
Tilia cordata ‘Chancellor’
Chancellor Littleleaf Linden
Tilia americana ‘Redmond’
Redmond Basswood
Tilia cordata ‘Glenleven’
Glenleven Littleleaf Linden
Tilia sp ‘Sterling’
Sterling Linden
Tilia cordata ‘Greenspire’
Greenspire Littleleaf Linden
Tilia sp ‘Green Meadows’
Green Meadows Linden
Tilia cordata ‘Olympic’
Olympic Littleleaf Linden
Tilia Tomentosa
Silver Linden
Ulmus ‘Frontier’
Frontier Elm
Ulmus ‘Discovery Elm’
Discovery Elm
Ulmus ‘Morton Glossy’
Morton Glossy Elm
Truck Traffic
Truck traffic on the boulevard system is limited to trucks with
two axles. All other truck traffic is prohibited. That said, it is
understood that from time to time larger trucks may need to
drive the system, such as a moving van but it is not a route
suitable for regular use by such large vehicles.
Utilities
Above ground utility boxes or infrastructure such as electrical,
telephone, gas, water, cable tv, etc. significantly impact the historic
integrity of the boulevard system and are prohibited within the
right-of-way. Often, given the generous green space associated
with boulevards, and the fact that the property is under control
of the city the boulevard medians, parkway lawns and other
open areas are targets for the placement of such above ground
utilities this practice is not appropriate. Nor should this occur
with “screening” as the utility infrastructure and the screening
then become inconsistent historically and negatively impact the
corridor.
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Inappropriate Above Ground Utilities
Inappropriate Utility Box Placement
GROUP 5
GROUP 6
Large Trees with Spreading Canopies
and Fine Textured Foliage
Large Trees with Columnar Canopies
Celtis occidentalis
Hackberry
Celtis Occidentalis ‘Magnifififica’
Magnifica Hackberry
Ulmus ‘Accolade’
Accolade Elm
Ulmus americana ‘Delaware #2’
Delaware American Elm
Ulmus americana ‘Washington’
Washington American Elm
Ulmus ‘Princeton’
Princeton Elm
Ulmus wilsoniana ‘Prospector’
Prospector Elm
Ulmus ‘Morton Plainsman’
Vanguard Elm
Ulmus ‘Sapporo’
Autumn Gold
Carpinus betulus ‘Fastigiata’
Upright European Hornbeam
Ginkgo biloba ‘Lakeview’
Lakeview Ginkgo
Ginkgo biloba ‘Princeton Sentry’
Princeton Sentry Gingko
Pyrus calleryana ‘Capital’
Capital Callery Pear
Pyrus calleryana ‘Chauticleer’
Chanticleer Pear
Quercus robur ‘Fastigiata’
Upright English Oak
Quercus robur ‘Long’
Regal Prince Oak
Quercus robur ‘Asjes’
Rosehill Oak
Taxodium distichum ‘Shawnee Brave’
Bald Cypress
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