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. Galway to Dublin National Cycleway (Mullin lingar t to Athlone) TII National Roads Conference 28 th Sept 2016 Michael Kelly National Roads Office Mullingar Outline of Presentation Brief background to Galway to Dublin Cycleway

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Galway to Dublin National Cycleway

(Mullin lingar t to Athlone)

TII National Roads Conference 28th Sept 2016 Michael Kelly National Roads Office Mullingar

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Outline of Presentation

Brief background to Galway to Dublin Cycleway
Mullingar to Athlone
Construction of Mullingar to Garrycastle (40km)
Garrycastle to Whitegates (2km)
Whitegates to Marina (1km)
Bridge Crossing to Athlone Castle (0.5km )
Costings

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Brief History

 National Cycle Network

Scoping Study 2010

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Fáilte Ireland Research

Most attractive scenery possible
Services at least every 15-20km
Accommodation can be simple
Safe and free from traffic
Detailed route maps with attractions and services
Public Transport not needed by the majority
Places for shelter because of our weather
Flat routes preferred

A strong business case can be made for the development of cycling tourism with some significant markets to target if the right infrastructure can be delivered on the ground. Key Findings

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Business Case

Recommendations

Support growth of recreational tourism.
Maximise value of existing infrastructure

i.e. Canal towpaths & disused railways

Support European objectives for

sustainable tourism.

Market research by Failte Ireland
1. Quality of product
2. Segregation
3. Strong promotional campaign
4. Scale: Min 250km
CPO to acquire land instead of Permissive

Access

Branding and Marketing critical
Economic Appraisal shows a Benefit to

Cost Ratio of 2.6

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Branding Galway to Dublin Cycleway

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Branding Galway to Dublin Cycleway

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Branding Galway to Dublin Cycleway

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Branding Galway to Dublin Cycleway

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Branding Galway to Dublin Cycleway

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Branding Galway to Dublin Cycleway

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Branding Galway to Dublin Cycleway

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Branding Galway to Dublin Cycleway

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Current Status Galway-Dublin Cycleway

1. Dublin to Maynooth (NTA) 2.3km Opened; 14.3km with Planning; 8.3km at Planning 2. Maynooth to Westmeath boundary 38km, Construction commenced August 2016 3. Westmeath boundary to Mullingar 27km, Opened in 2014 4. Mullingar to Garrycastle, Athlone 40km, Opened October 2015 5. Garrycastle, Athlone to Athlone Marina 4.5km, Part 8 approved December 2015 6. Athlone Marina to Athlone Castle 0.5km, EIS submitted to ABP in next 3 weeks 7. Athlone Castle to Galway City 140km, Paused by Minister late 2015

DUBLIN ATHLONE MULLINGAR MAYNOOTH GALWAY

115 km opened by end 2017

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Old Rail Trail Section

4. Mullingar to Garrycastle, Athlone 40km, Opened October 2015

DUBLIN ATHLONE MULLINGAR MAYNOOTH GALWAY

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Vegetation Removal

Beware of Birds and Wildlife Nesting season March 1st to August 31st when committing to a delivery programme. Do advanced works if possible.

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Drainage

Drainage Issues in Railway Cuttings Drainage Issues in Railway Cuttings

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Formation and Capping

Approximately 135,000 tonnes of Capping imported, with an average depth of 250mm

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2km section through Crosswood Bog

After Vegetation removal Trial Holes Geotextile and Geogrid Surface Dressed Section

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Installation of Bridge Decks

€18,000 / deck

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Installation of Bridge Decks

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Pavement Installation

Top 75mm of Clause 804 subbase laid with paver 55mm Clause 906 (20mm) binder course Verges laid prior to WC with adapted paver 45mm clause 912 (14mm) wearing course

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Bridge parapets

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Bridge Parapets

Bespoke P4 parapet with detail added to enhance the aesthetics

f the Protected Structure

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Chicanes at Public Roads

Pavement widened 1m to allow for turning Chicane gap fixed at 1100mm to restrict vehicles & quads

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Agriculture Crossing Points

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Refurbishment of Protected Structures

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Refurbishment of Protected Structures

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Refurbishment of Protected Structures

Moate Signal Box - Before Moate Signal Box - After

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Before and After

50m tunnel under private house garden

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Trail Heads & Parking

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Old Rail Trail

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Promotional video

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Cycleway along Royal Canal

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Access on Canal

Kissing Gates not suitable for cyclists Split half gates work well; restrict access and can be opened to facilitate maintenance vehicles

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2.2km extension - Garrycastle to Whitegates

This 2.2km Section Connects directly to:

Marist Secondary School (510 Students)
Athlone Community School (1000 Students)
Bower Secondary School (710 Students)
Gaelscoil (310 Students)
Athlone Regional Sports Centre
Athlone GAA Pitch
Athlone Tennis Club

Whitegates Garrycastle

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Whitegates to Marina

End of disused railway Proposed railway underpass

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River Shannon Crossing

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Photomontages of bridge location options

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Arch vs. Beam Option

Arch Option Beam Option

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Screening Western Ramp

Profile of existing R446 Profile of existing Boardwalk

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Western Ramp

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Conceal Eastern Ramp

Eastern Ramp concealed by basement car park of hotel

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View west crossing proposed bridge

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Photomontage of Proposed bridge from Custume Bridge

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Costings

Outturn Costs on 40km Railway line

f which €60k/km was for pavement

€180k/km Outturn Cost on Canal line; Basic path incl quarry dust surface =€ 60k/km Estimated Cost on Canal line include widening into canal, ducting and bituminous pavement on sections in charge of the LA =€130k/km Estimated Costs of getting through Urban Centres / Athlone Estimated Costs Dublin to Maynooth =€ 1m/km Estimated Land Costs Athlone to Galway =€100k/km Estimated average cost per km Dublin – Galway = €315k/km

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Reference Documents

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mkelly@wccprojectoffice.ie