HIKE AND BIKE SYSTEM MASTER PLAN
There is a wide variety of site furnishings available to choose from in terms of style and materials . Material selection should be based on desired design theme , location that it is used , cost , and durability .
Bench Design Criteria :
• Benches should have back rest .
• Benches are 18 ” -20” above ground .
• Benches are 48 ” to 96 ” in length .
• All benches are constructed of either recyclable materials , finished wood ( mahogany or similar material ), powder-coated steel , or cast iron ( Figure 7.63.2 ).
Trash Receptacle Design Criteria :
• Trash receptacles should be constructed of a suitable material to withstand the harsh elements of the outside environment ; including weather and wildlife .
• Tops or lids should be able to be secure .
• Trash receptacles should be a minimum of 32 gallon , with a side door opening , large bearing stainless steel hinge pins .
• Provide latch and padlocks on all door openings .
• Trash receptacles should be constructed of either recyclable materials , finished wood ( mahogany or similar material ), powdercoated steel , or cast iron .
• Trash receptacles to be placed at trailhead locations and periodically ( plus or minus half a mile ) along trail to combat littering and preserve a clean environment for all users ( Figure 7.64.3 ).
Picnic Table Design Criteria :
• Picnic tables should be constructed of either recyclable materials or finished wood ( mahogany , redwood , or similar material ).
• Picnic tables should be either square or rectangle . Square tables to be 4 ’ x4 ’ and the rectangle tables to be 4 ’ x8 ’.
• Picnic tables should be ADA accessible .
• Picnic tables should have 4-inch square structural steel center post ( Figure 7.64.4 ).
Figure 7.64.3 . Examples of benches and trash receptacles .
Figure 7.64.4 . Example of picnic table .
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