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This page provides brief summaries of capstone projects from 2021-2025. Sponsors are listed below the project titles. Each project received support from a team of two or more mentors from the sponsoring organizations. Design project support included reference documents and other resources as noted in the dropdown lists.
Crane Creek Road
Crane Creek Road
Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT)
Small scale culvert under highway design project. Sediment, fish passage, and flooding concerns. Hydraulics and roadway design were considered in the possible realignment of a culvert under a main highway. Design solutions included traffic control plans, realignment of the highway, realignment of the creek and culvert, design of the culvert, easement considerations with surrounding properties, stream restoration, and the structural design of the culvert.
Teams included two or more of these disciplines:
Transportation, Water Resources, Structural, Geomatics, Geotechnical
Resources provided to the students:
Resources provided to the students:
Existing site conditions including utilities and topographic data (PDF and dwg)
Technical design report
Traffic counts, traffic management plan, other relevant traffic data (PDF)
Survey data for use in base map and grading design
Geotechnical report
Existing stream data
Project documentation for a similar project
Johnson Hall
Johnson Hall
SRG Partnership, catena consulting engineers
Three-story campus building with laboratories and classrooms, including a 125 seat lecture hall. Designed to LEED Silver equivalence. The project focused on engineering solutions for an existing architectural design. Capstone project designs included structural systems, foundation, building mechanical systems (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC)), acoustic and thermal performance of the building envelope, and stormwater management.
Teams included three to four of these disciplines:
Structural, Geotechnical, Mechanical Systems, Building Envelope, Water Resources
Resources provided to the students:
Resources provided to the students:
Architectural drawings (PDF and dwg) – including reflected ceiling plans (lighting)
Architectural programming and schematic drawings (PDF)
Existing site conditions including utilities and topographic data (PDF and dwg)
Electrical and mechanical systems drawings (PDF and dwg)
Energy study report(s)
Geotechnical report
Mill Plain and Chkalov Intersection
Mill Plain and Chkalov Intersection
HDR
Large scale transportation project with a focus on bus rapid transit through a large corridor. The project was isolated to an intersection near a major interstate with the possibility for design of the main intersection (signal timing, geometry, etc.), design of surrounding intersections (signal timing, roundabout, etc.), and the design of the interstate on-ramp.
Teams included these disciplines:
Transportation, Water Resources
Resources provided to the students:
Resources provided to the students:
Existing site conditions including utilities and topographic data (PDF and dwg)
Existing intersection with current geometry and signage (PDF and dwg)
Technical design report
Existing signal plan
Traffic counts, traffic management plan, other relevant traffic data (PDF)
Synchro or other software model/counts
Current roadway lighting design
Geotechnical report
Silverton Civic Center
Silverton Civic Center
Mackenzie
Two-story building combining police station and city hall functions. Located in a flood plain. The project focused on engineering solutions for an existing architectural design. Capstone project designs included structural and foundation systems with consideration for potential inundation, daylighting and lighting systems, acoustic and thermal performance of the building envelope, parking and overall site layouts, and stormwater management.
Teams included three to four of these disciplines:
Structural, Geotechnical, Lighting Systems, Building Envelope, Transportation, Geomatics, Water Resources
Resources provided to the students:
Resources provided to the students:
Architectural drawings (PDF and dwg) – including reflected ceiling plans (lighting)
Architectural programming and schematic drawings (PDF)
Existing site conditions including utilities and topographic data (PDF and dwg)
Geotechnical report
US 26: Clear Creek
US 26: Clear Creek
Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT)
Bridge replacement with a culvert on a site with steep slopes. Traffic control during construction and fish passage design were primary considerations. Design solutions included traffic control plans, realignment of the highway, features for fish passage, design of the culvert.
Teams included two or more of these disciplines:
Transportation, Water Resources, Structural, Geomatics, Geotechnical
Resources provided to the students:
Resources provided to the students:
Existing bridge information.
Existing site conditions including utilities and topographic data (PDF and dwg)
Traffic counts, traffic management plan, other relevant traffic data (PDF)
Survey data for use in base map and grading design
Geotechnical report
Existing stream data
Learning Innovation Center (LInC)
Learning Innovation Center (LInC)
KPFF, PAE, Luma Lighting Design, Bora
Four-story campus building with unique classrooms, including a theater-in-the-round and other learning spaces. Designed to LEED Gold. The project focused on engineering solutions for an existing architectural design. Capstone project designs included structural systems, foundation, building mechanical systems (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC)), lighting/daylighting design, thermal performance of the building envelope, and stormwater management.
Teams included three to four of these disciplines:
Structural, Geotechnical, Mechanical Systems, Lighting Design, Building Envelope, Water Resources
Resources provided to the students:
Resources provided to the students:
Architectural drawings (PDF and dwg) – including reflected ceiling plans (lighting)
Architectural programming and schematic drawings (PDF)
Existing site conditions including utilities and topographic data (PDF and dwg)
Electrical and mechanical systems drawings (PDF and dwg)
Geotechnical report
McClaine Street Widening
McClaine Street Widening
Keller Associates
Roadway widening project, including intersection design opportunities. Traffic signalization, geotechnical, and stormwater management considerations. Multimodal design solutions for motorists, bicyclists, and pedestrians also considered ADA requirements.
Teams included these disciplines:
Transportation, Water Resources, Geomatics (Site Design), Geotechnical
Resources provided to the students:
Resources provided to the students:
Existing site conditions including utilities and topographic data (PDF and dwg)
Existing intersection with current geometry and signage (PDF and dwg)
Traffic counts, traffic management plan, other relevant traffic data (PDF)
Synchro or other software model/counts
Geotechnical report
Veterinary Hospital
Veterinary Hospital
Mackenzie
Three-story building on a dense downtown site. Two floors of veterinary hospital space, one floor of general office space, and below-grade parking. The project focused on engineering solutions for an existing architectural design. Capstone project designs included structural and foundation systems with consideration for daylighting and lighting systems, building mechanical systems (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC)), thermal performance of the building envelope, and stormwater management.
Teams included three to four of these disciplines:
Structural, Geotechnical, Lighting Systems, Mechanical Systems, Building Envelope, Water Resources
Resources provided to the students:
Resources provided to the students:
Architectural drawings (PDF and dwg) – including reflected ceiling plans (lighting)
Architectural programming and schematic drawings (PDF)
Existing site conditions including utilities and topographic data (PDF and dwg)
Electrical and mechanical systems drawings (PDF and dwg)
Geotechnical report
Levens & Ellendale
Levens & Ellendale
Keller Associates
Intersection redesign project near an elementary school with roundabout or signalized intersection options. Traffic signalization, signage, geotechnical, and stormwater management considerations. Multimodal design solutions for motorists, bicyclists, and pedestrians also considered ADA requirements.
Teams included these disciplines:
Transportation, Water Resources, Geotechnical
Resources provided to the students:
Resources provided to the students:
Existing site conditions including utilities and topographic data (PDF and dwg)
Existing intersection with current geometry and signage (PDF and dwg)
Traffic counts, city transportation system plan, other relevant traffic data (PDF)
Geotechnical report
Survey data
Site photos
Sample drawing sets for similar projects
Sports Performance Center - Basketball Practice Facility
Sports Performance Center - Basketball Practice Facility
HNTB, KPFF
Athletic facility with practice and training spaces, offices, and conference rooms. The project focused on engineering solutions for an existing architectural design. Capstone project designs included structural systems, foundation, building mechanical systems (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC)), lighting/daylighting design, thermal performance of the building envelope, and stormwater management.
Teams included three to four of these disciplines:
Structural, Geotechnical, Mechanical Systems, Lighting Design, Building Envelope, Water Resources
Resources provided to the students:
Resources provided to the students:
Architectural drawings (PDF and dwg)
Existing site conditions including utilities and topographic data (PDF and dwg)
Geotechnical report
Old Bend - Redmond
Old Bend - Redmond
Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT)
Intersection redesign with grade-separated, traffic signal, and roundabout options. Multimodal and low-impact approaches desired for an area with agricultural zone, residential, and church land uses.
Teams included two or more of these disciplines:
Transportation (some with a Geomatics focus), Water Resources, Geotechnical
Resources provided to the students:
Resources provided to the students:
Existing site conditions including utilities and topographic data (PDF and dwg)
Traffic counts, alternatives analysis, other relevant traffic data (PDF)
Survey and LiDAR data
Geotechnical report
Hydraulic-Stormwater report
Public Safety Building
Public Safety Building
Mackenzie
Single-story police station and city council building. Capstone project designs included structural and foundation systems with consideration for daylighting and lighting systems, building mechanical systems (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC)), thermal performance of the building envelope, and stormwater management.
Teams included three to four of these disciplines:
Structural, Geotechnical, Lighting Systems, Mechanical Systems, Building Envelope, Water Resources
Resources provided to the students:
Resources provided to the students:
Architectural drawings (PDF and dwg)
Architectural programming and schematic drawings (PDF)
Existing site conditions including utilities and topographic data (PDF and dwg)
Geotechnical report
Mill City - Falls Park
Mill City - Falls Park
Keller Associates
Revitalization of a park on a site that previously housed the city's water treatment plant and still has a major wastewater lift station. Capstone project park features included a pavilion with overlook, new sidewalks and pathways, parking areas, signage, lighting, plantings and irrigation. Steep slopes, maintenance of truck access to the pump station, historic structures, and accessibility (i.e., American with Disabilities Act (ADA) were among the design considerations.
Teams included these disciplines:
Transportation, Water Resources, Geotechnical
Resources provided to the students:
Resources provided to the students:
Existing site conditions including utilities and topographic data (PDF and dwg)
Concept drawings from the landscape architect
Geotechnical report
Survey data
Site photos, including project photos from an early phase
Chemeketa Community College Ag Complex
Chemeketa Community College Ag Complex
KPFF, FFA Architecture + Interiors, Westtech Engineering Inc., PAE Engineers
Single story agricultural + horticultural complex featuring classrooms, offices, and study/lounge areas. The project focused on engineering solutions for the existing architectural design. Capstone project designs included structural systems, foundation, building mechanical systems (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC)), lighting/daylighting design, thermal performance of the building envelope, and stormwater management.
Teams included three to four of these disciplines:
Structural, Geotechnical, Mechanical Systems, Lighting Design, Building Envelope, Water Resources
Resources provided to the students:
Resources provided to the students:
Architectural drawings (PDF and dwg)
Background on the architectural goals, the campus, and the project's NetZero strategy.
Existing site conditions including utilities and topographic data (PDF and dwg)
Geotechnical report
US 20 at Tumalo
US 20 at Tumalo
Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT)
Redesign of an intersection with high traffic volumes as well as safety (significant crash history) and hydraulic issues. Designs considered bicycles, pedestrians, and mobility (i.e. the need to accommodate over-dimensional truck loads).
Teams included two or more of these disciplines:
Transportation (some with a Geomatics focus), Water Resources, Geotechnical
Resources provided to the students:
Resources provided to the students:
Existing site conditions including utilities and topographic data (PDF and dwg)
Traffic counts, alternatives analysis, other relevant traffic data (PDF)
Survey and LiDAR data
Geotechnical report
Hydraulic-Stormwater report
OSU/HMSC Student Housing
OSU/HMSC Student Housing
Mackenzie
Multi-story student housing for Oregon State University's Hatfield Marine Science Center in Newport. Capstone project designs included structural and foundation systems with consideration for daylighting and lighting systems, building mechanical systems (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC)), thermal performance of the building envelope, and stormwater management.
Teams included three to four of these disciplines:
Structural, Geotechnical, Lighting Systems, Mechanical Systems, Building Envelope, Water Resources
Resources provided to the students:
Resources provided to the students:
Architectural drawings (PDF and dwg)
Architectural programming and schematic drawings (PDF)
Existing site conditions including utilities and topographic data (PDF and dwg)
Geotechnical report
Sheridan Yamhill
Sheridan Yamhill
Keller Associates
A Complete Street project that also included a replacement of an existing gravity sewer main with a new pipeline under the South Yamhill River. Much of the roadway needed to be repaved. Sidewalks were in poor condition, missing, or non-compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Teams included these disciplines:
Transportation, Water Resources, Geotechnical
Resources provided to the students:
Resources provided to the students:
Existing site conditions including utilities and topographic data (PDF and dwg)
Geotechnical report
Survey data, LiDAR files
Site photos
Wetland report
Edward J. Ray Hall
Edward J. Ray Hall
SRG + Cannon Design, catena consulting engineers
A four-story student hub/classroom building on the OSU Cascades campus. Ray Hall houses classrooms, laboratories, makerspace and offices. The building was designed to be a showcase of the campus' sustainability goals and was partly located on a reclaimed pumice mine. Capstone project designs included structural systems, foundation, building mechanical systems (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC)), lighting/daylighting design, thermal performance of the building envelope, and stormwater management.
Teams included three to four of these disciplines:
Structural, Geotechnical, Mechanical Systems, Lighting Design, Building Envelope, Water Resources
Resources provided to the students:
Resources provided to the students:
Architectural drawings (PDF and dwg)
The original request for proposals for the building outlining campus energy goals, etc.
Existing site conditions including utilities and topographic data (PDF and dwg)
Geotechnical report
OR 140 at OR 66
OR 140 at OR 66
Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT)
Realignment of OR 140 and redesign of an intersection with poor sight distance and a history of serious and fatal injury crashes. The realignment provided the necessary separation of the OR140 and OR66 intersection from the OR140/OR66/US97 Interchange, improving safety by increasing the distance between traffic signals. Designs considered pedestrians and a future commercial development.
Teams included two or more of these disciplines:
Transportation (some with a Geomatics focus), Water Resources, Geotechnical
Resources provided to the students:
Resources provided to the students:
Existing site conditions including utilities and topographic data (PDF and dwg)
Traffic counts, alternatives analysis, other relevant traffic data (PDF)
Survey and LiDAR data
Geotechnical report
Hydraulic-Stormwater report
Umatilla Police Station
Umatilla Police Station
Mackenzie
A new police station built on the same site as the existing facility. Spaces include interrogation, briefing, fitness, records storage, and a community room. Capstone project designs included structural and foundation systems with consideration for daylighting and lighting systems, building mechanical systems (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC)), thermal performance of the building envelope, and stormwater management.
Teams included three to four of these disciplines:
Structural, Geotechnical, Lighting Systems, Mechanical Systems, Building Envelope, Water Resources
Resources provided to the students:
Resources provided to the students:
Architectural drawings (PDF and dwg)
Architectural programming and schematic drawings (PDF)
Existing site conditions including utilities and topographic data (PDF and dwg)
Geotechnical report
Image sources: Mackenzie, HDR, ODOT, Keller Associates, FFA Architecture + Interiors, Google Maps, Oregon State University College of Engineering, SRG + Cannon Design
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