As part of the methods
to complete this location selection, DDMP Engineering will research several
different properties. The following section provides details of the different
site characteristics that will be evaluated in order to select the most
location-efficient building site. The sites will then be ranked on a list from most appropriate to least appropriate
A. Proximity to Port for Evaluation Criteria
In order to ensure the most efficient deliverance of
raw materials, there should be an enormous effort to ensure that the site will
be very accessible to delivery from the port. Due to the need for raw materials
by cargo (ship), the site needs to be reasonably close to a port. This would
allow for the most efficient distance and travel time.
B. Interstate Access for Evaluation Criteria
The site will be evaluated for raw material access by
means of railroad and interstate. Many raw materials are transported by
railroad and interstate so the site must be easily accessible by interstate and
railroad. The site will be placed in a location where significant railroads
will need to be within proximity, leading to an more effective travel time. The
plants that the site will be servicing needs to be in a location where it can
efficiently serve Brookley Field Assembly Plant in Mobile, AL and Boeing Plant
in Charleston, SC. This will be analyzed by attempting to have the site placed
near the midpoint between the two plants, leading to the minimization to total
travel time between the two plants
C. Topography for Evaluation Criteria
A
topographic survey study will be analyzed in order to fully understand the site
elevation to determine how the water will flow on the site. This will help to
determine the direction of the sewer system. Also, an overall elevation survey
of the region will be used to analyze how
much water could flow into the site.
D. Flood Elevation for Evaluation Criteria
Locations
near the Port of Mobile are known to have low flood elevations. Some locations
near the port are not only in a flood zone, but also in a wave velocity zone.
The zoning of each site will be determined. Then, an analysis of the site
elevations will be performed, so the length of the permitting process and flood
routing design can be anticipated. Recent FEMA Flood maps shows the port of mobile in flood zone
Source:
https://www.al.com/news/index.ssf/2018/02/new_fema_flood_maps_coming_for.html
E. Traffic Control for Evaluation Criteria
When
selecting and evaluating a site for construction, it is essential to study and
evaluate the traffic control systems nearby the site as heavy and massive
traffic can cause different issues in the future. Analyzing the traffic control
before selecting the site is very important to ensure location security.
However, the areas with poor traffic control conditions have more chances and
risks of accidents and vehicle crashes. High-speed vehicles and heavy traffic
are prevalent on large main roads, and if the site is close to the main road,
then the traffic control system should be appropriate. Therefore, the traffic
control system should be analyzed and taken into consideration while selecting
the site. This will be done using the level of service and capacity analysis as
well as queuing analysis.
F. Parking for Evaluation Criteria
An
appropriate parking area is necessary for a better residential or commercial
site. It is important to determine whether the parking area available for the
site is sufficient under the site requirements while evaluating the site in
order to avoid the lack of parking spots in the future. The parking site design
will be based upon the topography to ensure proper site drainage and efficiency
for vehicles.
H. Environmental Impacts for Evaluation Criteria
The
environmental impact is another important aspect that should be considered when
selecting a site. The chosen site should be clear of all the environmental
effects that can cause safety issues in the future like waste disposal, air
pollution, and noise pollution.. DDMP Engineering will plan environmental
management strategies to negate the impact of the facility on the delicate
ecosystem. Selecting a site nearby main roads, factories, and commercial areas
can create some impacts that associated with the air pollution and noise
pollution. Study of the environmental impact will help and support in selecting
a safe site that is free of the natural disasters effects. Moreover, a site at
an appropriate distance from the riverside and lakes will have fewer chances of
damages caused by flood or water overflow.
I.
Geotechnical Analysis
for Evaluation Criteria
The
soil is one of the most critical factors when it comes to construction. An
analysis, based upon the topographic survey, will be completed to estimate the
amount of cut and fill required for each site.
J.
Existing Utilities for
Evaluation Criteria
Based
on the results of the survey, an investigation of the existing utility lines
will be completed to determine if there are any that can be reused and the new
lines that need to be constructed. The utilities being investigated are, but
not limited to:
·
Storm water
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Water
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Power
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Telecommunication
