Mill Creek Canyon

Earthworks Park Framework Plan

Planning and budgeting for future enhancements to community landmarks.

Kent, WA

Services Provided:

Cost Estimating

Implementation / Phasing Consulting

Maintenance + Operation Planning and Estimating

Photo credit: Mithun

Designated a historic landmark by the Kings County Landmark Commission in 2008, Mill Creek Canyon Earthworks Park encompasses nearly two miles of forested canyonland, intertwining trails, and the iconic Earthworks installation created by Bauhaus artist Herbert Bayer in 1982. 

Mill Creek Canyon leadership sought help imagining and implementing future improvements to this beloved community landmark. The project team created a 30-year visioning plan which includes improved trail systems and park access, upgraded park facilities, and a robust urban forestry management program and provided cost estimating and construction phasing consultation for the project.

SiteWorks also helped the team develop a phased long-term maintenance budget that accounts for regular upkeep, replacements, and targeted staff hiring needs at critical project junctures, based on estimated maintenance hours and required staff skillsets. 

Photo credit: Mithun

Project Name

Mill Creek Canyon
Earthworks Park

Project Budget

Confidential

Project Duration

2022-2024

Client

Kent Parks, Recreation and Community Services

Project Team

Landscape Architects and Planners: Mithun

Consulting Landscape Architect: SiteWorks

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