Site Accessibility Evaluation
Americans with Disabilities Act
Title II (Public Services: State and Local Government)
Title II (Public Services: State and Local Government)
Pike Park
2610 N Chestnut St
West Colorado Springs, CO 80907
Accessibility Evaluation
Inspection Date: 08/16/2021
Inspectors: Robert Hernandez
Prepared By
City of Colorado Springs
(719) 385 - 5175
https://coloradosprings.gov/
Report Date: 02/18/2025
02/18/2025
City of Colorado Springs
Dear ,
Thank you for the opportunity to be of service to you by performing an accessibility evaluation for the Pike Park located at 2610 N Chestnut St, West Colorado Springs, CO 80907. The facility was inspected on 08/16/2021.
The site evaluation includes the primary path of travel from the public way, parking lot area, the restrooms and all interior public areas within the Pike Park. This evaluation excludes all employee work areas. This on site evaluation proceeds a proposed remodel of the facility which will include barrier removal in the areas evaluated. This is a facility evaluation and not a CASp inspection as defined in Civil Code Section 55.51 or a substitution for a comprehensive self-evaluation and transition plan as required for all Title II facilities. This evaluation is be based on the 2010 ADAS and current California Building Code.
Title II public entities were required to achieve program accessibility by January 26, 1992. If structural changes were needed to achieve program accessibility, they must be made as expeditiously as possible, but in no event later than January 26, 1995. This three-year time period is not a grace period; all changes must be accomplished as expeditiously as possible. Unlike private entities under Title III, public entities are not required to remove barriers from each facility, even if removal is readily achievable. A public entity must make its "programs" accessible. Physical changes to a building are required only when there is no other feasible way to make the program accessible. Accessible telephones and bathrooms should also be provided where these services are available for use by the public.
Renovation or new construction that occurred after January 26, 1992, are subject to meet full code specifications of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) and Title 24 part 2 of the California Building Code (CBC). In addition to full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the CBC for the specific areas of remodel, Public Entities have an obligation to ensure that the path of travel (includes parking lot and path of travel from the public way) to the areas of new construction or remodel are in compliance with the most restrictive provisions of either the ADA or the CBC.
If you have any questions regarding this report or would like to schedule a meeting with myself and your architect, attorney, or contractor, please feel free to contact me. Additional services are available such as on construction monitoring, plan review, ownership representation and verification of completed work prior to owner acceptance.
Sincerely,
Robert Hernandez
Table of Contents
Findings
Accessible Routes
BFID: 189063
There are multiple issues with this curb ramp including:
There are no detectable warnings.
There is 1/2" vertical displacement between the curb ramp and the gutter.
The counterslope at the gutter is 15%.
There is a 3/4" vertical displacement where the ramp face meets the landing.
There are no detectable warnings.
There is 1/2" vertical displacement between the curb ramp and the gutter.
The counterslope at the gutter is 15%.
There is a 3/4" vertical displacement where the ramp face meets the landing.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 406
Curb Ramps
Curb Ramps
As Built:
There are multiple issues with this curb ramp at Christopher Ter and Melany Ln.
Recommendation:
Remove and replace the curb ramp.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Parks & Recreation
Additional Finding Photos
BFID: 189064
There are multiple issues with this curb ramp including:
There are no detectable warnings.
There is a 1-1/2" lip between the gutter and the asphalt street paving.
There is 2" vertical displacement at the gutter.
There are no detectable warnings.
There is a 1-1/2" lip between the gutter and the asphalt street paving.
There is 2" vertical displacement at the gutter.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 406
Curb Ramps
Curb Ramps
Status:
Corrected
As Built:
There are multiple issues with this curb ramp at Melany Ln and Chestnut St.
Recommendation:
Remove and replace the curb ramp.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Parks & Recreation
Corrected Condition:
A new, compliant curb ramp was installed.
BFID: 189065
There is a 3/4" gap and 1/2" to 1" vertical displacement for about 16'.
The surface of the pedestrian access route has vertical discontinuities greater than 1/2 inch or between 1/4 inch and 1/2 inch that are not beveled.
The surface of the pedestrian access route has vertical discontinuities greater than 1/2 inch or between 1/4 inch and 1/2 inch that are not beveled.
Citation:
2011 PROWAG Section R302.7.2
Vertical surface discontinuities shall be 13 mm (0.5 in) maximum. Vertical surface discontinuities between 6.4 mm (0.25 in) and 13 mm (0.5 in) shall be beveled with a slope not steeper than 50 percent. The bevel shall be applied across the entire vertical surface discontinuity.Advisory R302.7.2 Vertical Surface Discontinuities. The allowance for vertical surface discontinuities is for occasional expansion joints and objects such as utility covers, vault frames, and gratings that cannot be located in another portion of the sidewalk outside the pedestrian access route. However, objects such as utility covers, vault frames, and gratings should not be located on curb ramp runs, blended transitions, turning spaces, or gutter areas within the pedestrian access route. This may not always be possible in alterations, but should be avoided wherever possible. Vertical surface discontinuities between unit pavers should be minimized.
Vertical surface discontinuities shall be 13 mm (0.5 in) maximum. Vertical surface discontinuities between 6.4 mm (0.25 in) and 13 mm (0.5 in) shall be beveled with a slope not steeper than 50 percent. The bevel shall be applied across the entire vertical surface discontinuity.Advisory R302.7.2 Vertical Surface Discontinuities. The allowance for vertical surface discontinuities is for occasional expansion joints and objects such as utility covers, vault frames, and gratings that cannot be located in another portion of the sidewalk outside the pedestrian access route. However, objects such as utility covers, vault frames, and gratings should not be located on curb ramp runs, blended transitions, turning spaces, or gutter areas within the pedestrian access route. This may not always be possible in alterations, but should be avoided wherever possible. Vertical surface discontinuities between unit pavers should be minimized.
As Built:
There are vertical displacement and gaps around three sides of the stormwater inlet at Melany Ln and Chestnut St.
Recommendation:
Remove and replace the sidewalk around the storm inlet.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Parks & Recreation
Additional Finding Photos
BFID: 189066
There is a 1" deep by 3" by 16" section of concrete missing. There is also a 1/2" lip around the manhole.
The surface of the pedestrian access route has openings greater than 1/2 inch.
The surface of the pedestrian access route has openings greater than 1/2 inch.
Citation:
2011 PROWAG Section R302.7.3
Horizontal openings in gratings and joints shall not permit passage of a sphere more than 13 mm (0.5 in) in diameter. Elongated openings in gratings shall be placed so that the long dimension is perpendicular to the dominant direction of travel.
Horizontal openings in gratings and joints shall not permit passage of a sphere more than 13 mm (0.5 in) in diameter. Elongated openings in gratings shall be placed so that the long dimension is perpendicular to the dominant direction of travel.
Status:
Corrected
As Built:
There is a large gap in the sidewalk at the manhole.
Recommendation:
Remove and replace the sidewalk panels. Ensure at least 36" wide sidewalk around the manhole.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Parks & Recreation
Corrected Condition:
The concrete around the utility access was removed and replaced.
BFID: 189067
The surface of the pedestrian access route is not firm, stable and slip resistant.
Citation:
2011 PROWAG Section R302.7
The surfaces of pedestrian access routes and elements and spaces required to comply with R302.7 that connect to pedestrian access routes shall be firm, stable, and slip resistant and shall comply with R302.7.
The surfaces of pedestrian access routes and elements and spaces required to comply with R302.7 that connect to pedestrian access routes shall be firm, stable, and slip resistant and shall comply with R302.7.
Status:
Corrected
As Built:
There is gravel and dirt build-up on the sidewalk.
Recommendation:
Keep the sidewalk clear of debris.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Parks & Recreation
Corrected Condition:
The gravel and dirt was removed, and new concrete was laid to avoid debris runoff.
BFID: 191573
The accessible path of travel has cross slopes greater than 2%.
Surface cross slopes shall not exceed one unit vertical in 48 units horizontal (2-percent slope). When the slope in the direction of travel of any walk exceeds 1 unit vertical in 20 units horizontal (5-percent slope), it must be constructed as a ramp.
Surface cross slopes shall not exceed one unit vertical in 48 units horizontal (2-percent slope). When the slope in the direction of travel of any walk exceeds 1 unit vertical in 20 units horizontal (5-percent slope), it must be constructed as a ramp.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 403.3
The running slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:20. The cross slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:48.
The running slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:20. The cross slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:48.
As Built:
There are seven pads of concrete along the accessible route on Christopher that have excessive cross-slope as high as 4.5%.
Recommendation:
Remove and replace concrete to compliance.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Parks & Recreation
BFID: 191574
The accessible path of travel has cross slopes greater than 2%.
Surface cross slopes shall not exceed one unit vertical in 48 units horizontal (2-percent slope). When the slope in the direction of travel of any walk exceeds 1 unit vertical in 20 units horizontal (5-percent slope), it must be constructed as a ramp.
Surface cross slopes shall not exceed one unit vertical in 48 units horizontal (2-percent slope). When the slope in the direction of travel of any walk exceeds 1 unit vertical in 20 units horizontal (5-percent slope), it must be constructed as a ramp.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 403.3
The running slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:20. The cross slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:48.
The running slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:20. The cross slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:48.
As Built:
The route down Melany has 81 pads of concrete with excessive cross-slope as high as 6.5%.
Recommendation:
Remove and replace concrete to compliance.
Barrier Priority:
N/A
Department:
Parks & Recreation
BFID: 191575
The accessible path of travel has cross slopes greater than 2%.
Surface cross slopes shall not exceed one unit vertical in 48 units horizontal (2-percent slope). When the slope in the direction of travel of any walk exceeds 1 unit vertical in 20 units horizontal (5-percent slope), it must be constructed as a ramp.
Surface cross slopes shall not exceed one unit vertical in 48 units horizontal (2-percent slope). When the slope in the direction of travel of any walk exceeds 1 unit vertical in 20 units horizontal (5-percent slope), it must be constructed as a ramp.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 403.3
The running slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:20. The cross slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:48.
The running slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:20. The cross slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:48.
As Built:
There are nine pads of concrete on the route along Chestnut with excessive cross-slope as high as 4.1%.
Recommendation:
Remove and replace concrete to compliance.
Barrier Priority:
N/A
Department:
Parks & Recreation
BFID: 191576
The surface of the pedestrian access route has vertical discontinuities greater than 1/2 inch or between 1/4 inch and 1/2 inch that are not beveled.
Vertical surface discontinuities shall be 0.5 inch maximum. Vertical surface discontinuities between 0.25 inch and 0.5 inch shall be beveled with a slope not steeper than 50 percent. The bevel shall be applied across the entire vertical surface discontinuity.
Vertical surface discontinuities shall be 0.5 inch maximum. Vertical surface discontinuities between 0.25 inch and 0.5 inch shall be beveled with a slope not steeper than 50 percent. The bevel shall be applied across the entire vertical surface discontinuity.
Citation:
2011 PROWAG Section R302.7.2
Vertical surface discontinuities shall be 13 mm (0.5 in) maximum. Vertical surface discontinuities between 6.4 mm (0.25 in) and 13 mm (0.5 in) shall be beveled with a slope not steeper than 50 percent. The bevel shall be applied across the entire vertical surface discontinuity.Advisory R302.7.2 Vertical Surface Discontinuities. The allowance for vertical surface discontinuities is for occasional expansion joints and objects such as utility covers, vault frames, and gratings that cannot be located in another portion of the sidewalk outside the pedestrian access route. However, objects such as utility covers, vault frames, and gratings should not be located on curb ramp runs, blended transitions, turning spaces, or gutter areas within the pedestrian access route. This may not always be possible in alterations, but should be avoided wherever possible. Vertical surface discontinuities between unit pavers should be minimized.
Vertical surface discontinuities shall be 13 mm (0.5 in) maximum. Vertical surface discontinuities between 6.4 mm (0.25 in) and 13 mm (0.5 in) shall be beveled with a slope not steeper than 50 percent. The bevel shall be applied across the entire vertical surface discontinuity.Advisory R302.7.2 Vertical Surface Discontinuities. The allowance for vertical surface discontinuities is for occasional expansion joints and objects such as utility covers, vault frames, and gratings that cannot be located in another portion of the sidewalk outside the pedestrian access route. However, objects such as utility covers, vault frames, and gratings should not be located on curb ramp runs, blended transitions, turning spaces, or gutter areas within the pedestrian access route. This may not always be possible in alterations, but should be avoided wherever possible. Vertical surface discontinuities between unit pavers should be minimized.
As Built:
There is a broken pad of concrete along Chestnut that is 10" wide, 3 foot long and has a 2" deep vertical displacement.
Recommendation:
Remove and replace concrete to compliance.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Parks & Recreation
Restroom
BFID: 189896
The portable public restroom is not compliant.
If sanitary facilities are provided, they must be made accessible to persons with disabilities. If public restrooms are desired, It is recommended that the portable unit be replaced with a permanent built in compliant restroom. The utilization of an accessible portable unit may be a temporary solution and is not recommended as a permanent solution.
If sanitary facilities are provided, they must be made accessible to persons with disabilities. If public restrooms are desired, It is recommended that the portable unit be replaced with a permanent built in compliant restroom. The utilization of an accessible portable unit may be a temporary solution and is not recommended as a permanent solution.
Citation:
2015 IBC Section 1109.2
Each toilet room and bathing room shall be accessible. Where a floor level is not required to be connected by an accessible route, the only toilet rooms or bathing rooms provided within the facility shall not be located on the inaccessible floor. Except as provided for in Sections 1109.2.2 and 1109.2.3, at least one of each type of fixture, element, control or dispenser in each accessible toilet room and bathing room shall be accessible.
2010 ADAS Section 213.1
Where toilet facilities and bathing facilities are provided, they shall comply with 213. Where toilet facilities and bathing facilities are provided in facilities permitted by 206.2.3 Exceptions 1 and 2 not to connect stories by an accessible route, toilet facilities and bathing facilities shall be provided on a story connected by an accessible route to an accessible entrance.
Each toilet room and bathing room shall be accessible. Where a floor level is not required to be connected by an accessible route, the only toilet rooms or bathing rooms provided within the facility shall not be located on the inaccessible floor. Except as provided for in Sections 1109.2.2 and 1109.2.3, at least one of each type of fixture, element, control or dispenser in each accessible toilet room and bathing room shall be accessible.
2010 ADAS Section 213.1
Where toilet facilities and bathing facilities are provided, they shall comply with 213. Where toilet facilities and bathing facilities are provided in facilities permitted by 206.2.3 Exceptions 1 and 2 not to connect stories by an accessible route, toilet facilities and bathing facilities shall be provided on a story connected by an accessible route to an accessible entrance.
As Built:
The porta potty is not accessible.
Recommendation:
Work with the vendor to provide an accessible unit.
Barrier Priority:
Moderate (3): Should be completed as soon as possible, but there may be other items that will provide greater access to persons with disabilities. (Includes findings that have a high financial impact on the entity in relationship to the degree of access provided)
Department:
Parks & Recreation