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Exterior view of Cumberland Bay State Park restroom and bathhouse

Bathhouse and Public Restroom Redevelopment in Cumberland Bay State Park

Cumberland Bay State Park – Plattsburgh, NY

Bathhouse and Public Restroom Design

Under a continuing design services contract with NYSOPRHP, Beardsley provided full architectural, engineering, and landscape architecture services, along with construction-phase support, for the comprehensive redevelopment of Cumberland Bay State Park’s bathhouse and public restrooms.

Front view of Cumberland Bay State Park Timber Frame Entrance designed by Beardsley

Cumberland Bay State Park Playground designed by Beardsley

Serving Visitors to the Park and Campground

The project included demolition of a number of existing bathhouse facilities within the park and construction of two new facilities and related site improvements. A new 1,500 SF comfort station consisting of 6 individual/private bathrooms provides services to a portion of the campground patrons. Additionally, a separate 3,700 SF beach bathhouse structure serves the swimming beach, day use area and a portion of the campground. It includes modern toilet and shower facilities, laundry room, storage, lifeguard station, first aid room and interior mechanical chases to allow for seasonal drainage and maintenance.

View of Cumberland Bay State Park from Parking Lot

View of Cumberland Bay State Park Playground

Timber Frame Details

Both buildings include stone and wood siding materials, timber frame roof systems and other elements that relate to the historic architectural fabric of the area. Site improvements included utility upgrades, extensive outdoor hardscape and sidewalk areas, ADA accessible parking upgrades, shower towers, drinking fountains and expansion to an existing playground to include new play pieces for both children and adults.

Side view of Cumberland Bay State Park Comfort Station

Cumberland Bay State Park Restroom Interior

Long-Term Performance

Additionally, the project included the design of a deep foundation and pile system for the beach bathhouse to address poor soil conditions. Architectural features incorporate low-maintenance materials to support long-term performance and ease of upkeep. Finally, passive ventilation strategies were integrated to reduce energy consumption while improving occupant comfort throughout the facility.

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