Paving Materials for Paths

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Interpretive signage is located at both at historical and natural sites along the Phenomenon Trail. Interpretive signs can be placed in areas featuring Relic Trilium, at Native American mounds on the Cemochechobee, as well as other sites.

Directional signs are located at the head of any spur trail branching off the Phenomenon Trail.

Regulatory signs are located approximately every 100 feet on the section of trail along the railroad bed.

The sign could read: “Please don’t go off the established paths and trails in order to protect the natural vegetation in this area.”

Paving Materials for Paths:

Survey map

The Pratt Truss bridge type, identifiable by diagonal members slanting down and in towards the center, is considered to be one of the very best and economical designs, allowing for thinner diagonals. Following the railbed at this point, the Phenomenon Trail could cross a newly installed Pratt Truss bridge that utilizes existing historical bridge footings.

The bridge may feature an overlook deck, providing users a vantage high above the creek. To give the bridge a historic feeling and to blend it with the environment, a weathered steel finish is suggested.

Bridge with overlook featuring interpretive signage

Example of a weathered steel bridge on a recreation trail