12052025 - Boardman River Wall Study

The City of Traverse City is soliciting proposals for performing a field investigation of the Boardman River Wall, located on the south side of the Boardman River, between Union St. and Cass St. (100 Block), along with recommendations and cost estimates for potential improvements to the wall.
In 2021, the Boardman River Wall Stabilization memo was prepared by Smithgroup, which recommended a monitoring program that includes surveying of the wall, measurements, and underwater scour inspections. The City would like to engage with a consulting firm to perform these initial inspections for the 100 Block wall, and recommend a monitoring program going forward.
Additionally, the City would like to explore options for the retaining wall for the 100 Block, including but not limited to improvements to the wall (if needed) and removal of the wall to naturalize the adjacent embankment.