March
March 15, 2018
Uniroyal RiverWalk Extension
Construction Project : Uniroyal Site
Celebrated French designer Michel Desvigne has an amazing vision for a 1,700-foot stretch of riverfront along the 30-acre Uniroyal site. The project will eliminate the biggest gap along the East Riverfront between Mt. Elliott Park and Gabriel Richard Park. Local architects from...
March 15, 2018
Atwater Beach
When complete in 2019, Atwater Beach will be a one-of-a-kind urban "beachfront" park with a sandy beach, a playscape, a grassy area with trees and a shed structure for programs and events. Located near a new pedestrian bridge connecting Chene Park East and Stroh River Place, the...
March 15, 2018
Chene Park East/Stroh River Place Connection
Construction Project : Chene Park/Stroh River Place Connection
Construction crews are working on a new RiverWalk connection featuring a pedestrian bridge between Chene Park East and Stroh River Place. Crews will work through the winter as weather permits to prepare for the spring and summer construction seasons. In addition to the pedestrian...
March 15, 2018
Dequindre Cut Freight Yard
Construction Project : Dequindre Cut - North
A preview of the Dequindre Cut Freight Yard that occurred during this year’s Harvestfest was very successful. Over the coming months, crews will be installing signs and painting in preparation for a May 19 grand opening. The Freight Yard—which is located along the greenway between...
October
October 18, 2016
Campbell Memorial Terrace
The Campbell Memorial Terrace along the Dequindre Cut is nearing completion. With the custom-designed canopy that shades the stage and the curved concrete seating walls in place, crews are installing decorative landscaping throughout the outdoor performance space. The Terrace was...
October 18, 2016
Stroh River Place
Construction Project : Chene Park/Stroh River Place Connection
The process of connecting the RiverWalk from Stroh River Place to Chene Park East is underway. A Construction Manager has been selected for the project, and work is slated to begin this fall. The project consists of installing a pedestrian bridge and amenities such as stainless...
October 18, 2016
Orleans Landing
Construction Project : Orleans Landing
The 20 buildings comprising Phase One of the Orleans Landing project are now enclosed and interior framing is complete. Additionally, appliances are being placed in many units. The primary focus during the fall months will be completing interior finishes, which includes painting the...
July
July 19, 2016
Campbell Memorial Terrace
Construction of the David Campbell Memorial Terrace being built along the Dequindre Cut in honor of the Conservancy’s former Board member continues at a swift pace. Currently, crews are putting the finishing touches on restoring the concrete wall that was once used to support a...
July 19, 2016
Chene Park/Stroh River Place Connection
Construction Project : Chene Park/Stroh River Place Connection
Plans are moving forward to build a pedestrian bridge over the boat slips that were formerly used by the U.S. Coast Guard, which will connect Chene Park East to the Stroh River Place property. The project is set to begin this fall. In addition to the pedestrian bridge, the...
July 19, 2016
Orleans Landing
Construction Project : Orleans Landing
Work at the Orleans Landing site continues at a steady pace, with notable visual construction progress made daily. Right now, tradespeople are completing roof systems and installing windows in newly erected buildings. Placement of interior flooring, wall framing and drywall...
June
June 18, 2015
Dequindre Cut — North
Construction Project : Dequindre Cut - North
June 18, 2015 [DETROIT] -Crews continue making steady progress with the half-mile extension of the Dequindre Cut. Bridge work is nearing completion, with the reconstruction of the Wilkins Street crossing as the last needed before the Cut opens. Construction of the Wilkins Street...
June 18, 2015
Gabriel Richard Park
Construction Project : Gabriel Richard Park
June 18, 2015 [DETROIT] -The enhancements to Gabriel Richard Park have been finished, so visitors are now enjoying ample parking and a pathway from Jefferson Avenue, as well as new restroom facilities and a lighted labyrinth. Other amenities to be added this summer season will...
June 18, 2015
Other Projects Along the RiverWalk
June 18, 2015 [DETROIT] -To assist those who love to bicycle along the RiverWalk, bike repair stations have been installed at each of the plazas. The tall, red stations are easy to see and conveniently located. They allow bicyclists to make simple repairs to their bikes, such as...
June 18, 2015
Chene Park—East/West Parcels
Construction Project : Chene Park—East/West Parcels
June 18, 2015 [DETROIT] - The colored concrete RiverWalk just east of Chene Park Amphitheater is now complete. The walkway is flanked with stainless steel benches, new lighting and freshly planted trees. Raised concrete flower beds and potted plants will provide a burst of color...
April
April 21, 2015
The Outdoor Adventure Center
Construction Project : DNR Adventure Center
Significant indoor work continued this winter at the DNR’s Outdoor Adventure Center in anticipation of a summer grand opening. As of mid-March, more than one-third of interior work has been completed. A recent walk-through by Conservancy staff revealed that the abundant rock...
April 21, 2015
Chene Park—East/West Parcels
Construction Project : Chene Park—East/West Parcels
The Detroit RiverFront Conservancy’s footprint continues to expand as parcels east and west of Chene Park prepare to open this spring. Final touches include removal of the temporary construction fence, connection of security cameras and call boxes, as well as the installation of...
April 21, 2015
Dequindre Cut - North
Construction Project : Dequindre Cut - North
Work continued along the half-mile extension of the Dequindre Cut throughout the winter with the reconstruction of the Wilkins Street Bridge. To date, concrete foundation walls and precast units have been set, and waterproofing and grouting will follow as the weather improves. Soon...
April 21, 2015
Gabriel Richard Park
Construction Project : Gabriel Richard Park
One of the more picturesque and serene locations along the riverfront, Gabriel Richard Park, will be ready for a new season next month. Visitors will now be able to park their vehicles in a 36-spot environmentally designed lot and follow the winding decorative concrete to the...
December
December 17, 2014
Gabriel Richard Park
Construction Project : Gabriel Richard Park
The just-completed winding concrete walkway and a 38-spot parking lot will provide easier access to Gabriel Richard Park for spring visitors. During the fall, dramatic ground-level lighting was installed at the popular brick labyrinth. Construction of the new restroom facility,...
December 17, 2014
Chene Park - East & West
Construction Project : Chene Park—East/West Parcels
During the last several months, contractors successfully completed the restoration of the seawall, installed underground utilities and poured concrete for walkways and planters at parcels east and west of Chene Park. The iconic stainless steel RiverWalk railing, benches and waste...