$13.1 million in upgrades completed at Scottsdale’s railroad park
A new, indoor, railroad-themed play structure and splash pad are among the $13.1 million upgrades recently completed at the McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park.
(Courtesy Willmeng Construction)
The City of Scottsdale and Willmeng Construction hosted a grand re-opening Aug. 1 to mark the completion of $13.1 million in upgrades to the McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park completed this summer.
The renovation is aimed at enhancing recreational offerings and boosting attendance at the park located at 7301 E. Indian Bend Road, according to a press release
A centerpiece of the renovation is the replacement of the former bunkhouse and clock tower with a new 7,500-square-foot structure known as the roundhouse. This modern facility now features a railroad-themed indoor play structure, public restrooms, offices, conference rooms and support spaces.
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$13.1 million in upgrades completed at Scottsdale’s railroad park
(Courtesy Willmeng Construction)
A new, indoor, railroad-themed play structure and splash pad are among the $13.1 million upgrades recently completed at the McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park.
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The City of Scottsdale and Willmeng Construction hosted a grand re-opening Aug. 1 to mark the completion of $13.1 million in upgrades to the McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park completed this summer.
The renovation is aimed at enhancing recreational offerings and boosting attendance at the park located at 7301 E. Indian Bend Road, according to a press release
A centerpiece of the renovation is the replacement of the former bunkhouse and clock tower with a new 7,500-square-foot structure known as the roundhouse. This modern facility now features a railroad-themed indoor play structure, public restrooms, offices, conference rooms and support spaces.
Beyond the Roundhouse, the project encompassed numerous site improvements across the 30-acre park, including:
• Construction of a new concrete plaza and new pavers.
• Addition of a new concrete amphitheater and new landscape areas.
• A new 5,000-square-foot splash pad play area.
• Relocation of historic train cars.
• Removal of the existing restroom building and improvement of the park entry, signature art and sculptures.
• Installation of new park pathways, exterior lighting and shade trees.
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