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General Project Information

Architectural Credit:

Duvall Decker

Location: Springdale, Arkansas, United States
Project Substantial Completion Date: 7/10/2023
Program type(s): Courthouse, Office – Large, Public Assembly – General, Public Assembly - Social/Meeting, Public Safety - Fire/Police Station
Total Site Area (gross sq. ft): 334,712 gsf
Total Building Area (gross sq. ft): 122,481 SF
Project substantial completion date: 7/10/2023
Climate zone: 4A
Project site: Previously developed land
Project team: Courtroom - Justice Consultant - Dewberry Architects Inc.
Engineer - Civil: Engineering Services, Inc.
Engineer - MEP: Dewberry Engineers, Inc.
Engineer - Structural: Tatum Smith Welcher Engineers, Inc.
General Contractor: Milestone Construction Co., LLC
Landscape Architect: WAS Design
Cost Estimating: Wooldridge Consulting Services

Project Overview:
Springdale, the fourth largest city in Arkansas, grew 133% from 1990 to 2010, outgrowing its public service facilities. To address this need, a new Municipal Complex was designed, partially supported by the Walton Family Foundation’s Northwest Arkansas Design Excellence Program, to centralize services and support 20 years of growth. The design balances function, economy, and sustainability, reflecting the community's practical values. It integrates citizen input and collaboration among city departments, engineers, and contractors. Approved in a 2018 election with over 80% support, the complex opened in 2023, earning praise as a functional, efficient, and beloved civic landmark for Springdale residents.

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