Noisette Creek Pedestrian Bridge Development
North Charleston, SC
Connecting North Charleston’s Waterfront
The Noisette Creek Pedestrian Bridge in North Charleston, South Carolina, is a key piece of infrastructure designed to connect Riverfront Park with future developments on the north side of the creek. This impressive 800-foot, curvilinear bridge will serve as a destination within Chicora Park, featuring a dedicated event space over the water. This venue will include seat walls, a shade structure, and landscaping, creating a unique public gathering spot. The bridge’s most iconic feature will be two 55-foot tall steel arches spanning 230 feet.
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Project Planning and Design Overview
Thomas & Hutton was integral to the project from its inception, assisting with the master planning of the surrounding area before developing the bridge’s concept. This initial phase involved extensive collaboration with various stakeholders to gather input on constructability and cost estimates. The team worked closely with a marine contractor and other subconsultants to ensure the budget and schedule expectations were realistic. This collaborative effort helped streamline the permitting and design process, leading to the creation of detailed plans for the bridge.
Permitting and Construction Management
Acting as the agent for the permitting process, Thomas & Hutton coordinated with multiple regulatory bodies, including the City of North Charleston, SCDHEC-OCRM, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and the U.S. Coast Guard. The team successfully secured all necessary permits for the bridge, floating docks, boardwalks, and a fishing pier. After securing permits, Thomas & Hutton provided a range of services, including surveying, landscape architecture, and structural design. The firm also managed the City’s pre-qualification process and the bidding for the construction project. The design team worked closely with the marine contractor, creating to-scale construction phase drawings to ensure the design was compatible with the necessary equipment and logistical requirements, such as barge positions and crane reaches. This meticulous planning also ensured minimal disruption to the operations of the adjacent park.
