Project Overview: 

Scott County commissioned Brauer & Associates, Ltd. to prepare a master plan for a regional park in one of the fastest growing counties in the state.  The park is 300 acres with an additional 50 acres of land acquisition anticipated.  The park offers a diversity of ecological habitats, ranging from unique maple basswood forests to wetland prairies. The park is bordered by both Prior and Spring Lakes, as well as a large City of Prior Lake Athletic Complex. The master plan process was completed in 2006.

Key Objectives of the Master Plan Included:

• Protect the park’s natural character through careful placement of the built features.

• Provide education and interpretive programming opportunities for all age groups.

• Provide regionally-based recreation facilities to serve a rapidly expanding regional population center.

Recreational amenities in the park master plan include a large 4-season pavilion, a multi-use facility, a network of paved and natural trails, an outdoor classroom, observation points, fishing opportunities, a group camp area, and a series of picnicking areas that accommodate a variety of group sizes.

 

Brauer & Associates, Ltd. Services:

• Facilitation of public process

  • Master planning

Spring Lake Regional Park Master Plan

BRAUER & ASSOCIATES, LTD.

LAND USE PLANNING AND DESIGN

Scott County, Minnesota