Lakeville South Turf & Track Resurfacing: Designed for Peak Performance

Project Overview

BKBM provided civil engineering services for the upgrade of Lakeville South High School’s athletic field and running track (ISD 194), transforming a natural grass field into a synthetic turf system and resurfacing the track to extend its life and improve usability.

Project Highlights

  • Athletic Field Transformation:
    • Conversion of the school’s primary athletic field from natural grass to high-performance artificial turf, enabling consistent play and durability for multiple sports and events.
    • Detailed preliminary planning sessions with the athletic director, principal, and district facilities director to identify current and future field use, ensuring the final design would exceed user expectations.
  • Track Resurfacing for Longevity:
    • Applied a new structural coat to the existing running track to prolong its lifespan and enhance safety and performance for student-athletes.
  • Collaborative Selection Process:
    • Provided hands-on examples of various synthetic turf systems and a comprehensive list of installations throughout the Twin Cities, helping stakeholders make informed decisions.
    • Clearly communicated the advantages and disadvantages of available turf products, aligning expectations and design choices.
  • Cost-Effective, User-Focused Design:
    • Through attentive listening and detailed documentation, BKBM delivered a turf system design that met the district’s operational needs and stayed within the construction budget.

Engineering Solutions

BKBM’s civil engineering team worked collaboratively with school leadership to understand user needs, provide expert guidance, and deliver construction documents that balance value, performance, and longevity. The team’s approach focused on maximizing user experience and resource efficiency.

Results & Impact

Lakeville South High School now benefits from a resilient synthetic turf field and revitalized track, capable of supporting a high volume of athletic events. BKBM’s civil engineering solutions have created lasting value for the school, students, and the wider community—enhancing sports, safety, and satisfaction.