Woolpert provides civil engineering and design services for athletic facilities, with demonstrated expertise in synthetic turf field installations. The firm was contracted by North Lawrence Community Schools to deliver comprehensive engineering and design for a $2.3 million athletic field renovation project at Bedford North Lawrence High School in Indiana. The company's capabilities include designing complete synthetic turf conversions for softball fields and hybrid solutions combining synthetic turf infields with natural turf outfields for baseball facilities. Woolpert's engineering services encompass drainage system design to improve field resilience and reduce weather-related cancellations, particularly for natural turf areas. The firm coordinates the installation of high-performance turf systems specifically designed for baseball and softball use, incorporating specialized infill mixtures of sand and rubber. Project scope includes field infrastructure such as bullpens with synthetic turf matching game mounds, outfield fencing, and backstop installations with padded construction and tension netting for enhanced visibility. Woolpert's designs account for multi-purpose athletic facility usage, developing fields capable of supporting various sports programs, physical education classes, band activities, and youth sports. The company's approach focuses on maximizing field availability and usage hours through strategic material selection and drainage engineering.
Oheil Irrigation Company, operating alongside Buckeye Lawn and Landscaping, provides comprehensive outdoor services to the Dayton and Cincinnati, Ohio areas. With over 40 years of experience, the company specializes in sports field design and installation, including artificial turf fields, basketball courts, and pickleball courts for commercial projects. The company offers extensive hardscape services, including patio installation, retaining walls, pavers and walkways, and asphalt installation. Their irrigation division handles new system installation, spring startups, sprinkler repairs, upgrades, replacements, and winterizations. Yard drainage solutions include standing water removal, French drains, sump pump repair, and systems to prevent basement flooding. Landscape services encompass custom design builds, garden and plant installation, excavation and demolition, and outdoor lighting with professional design, LED installation, and uplighting for walls and trees. The company maintains both residential and commercial properties, providing lawn care services such as spring and fall cleanups, mulch installation, lawn applications, mowing, edging, pruning, and weed control. Additional offerings include snow and ice removal, demolition services, and sod installation. Oheil Irrigation Company serves parks, recreation facilities, and campus properties with specialized staff who receive ongoing training to deliver quality outdoor solutions.