Wakefield Youth Zone | Ground Investigation
We were appointed by OnSide Youth Zone and Booth King to undertake a comprehensive ground investigation for the proposed Wakefield Youth Zone, a major community development planned for Ings Road, Wakefield.
The project forms part of a partnership between Wakefield Council and OnSide to create a state-of-the-art facility that will provide young people with access to sports, arts, wellbeing, education and employability opportunities.
Our role was to provide the geotechnical and geo-environmental information required to support the design and future construction of the development. Working closely with the project team, we carried out intrusive site investigations, soil sampling and ground condition assessments to establish the site’s suitability for redevelopment and identify any potential engineering constraints.
The investigation provided critical information on ground conditions, allowing the design team to develop appropriate foundation solutions, assess drainage requirements and mitigate potential construction risks at an early stage. By delivering accurate and reliable site data, we helped reduce uncertainty and support informed decision-making throughout the project design process.
Early site investigation is a vital element of any successful development, and our work enabled the wider consultant team to progress the scheme with confidence. Through close collaboration with Booth King and OnSide, we ensured that the investigation programme aligned with the project’s technical and programme requirements.
Our involvement helped lay the foundations for a project that will have a positive impact on future generations and provide an inspiring space for young people to learn, develop and thrive
Key Facts
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Client: OnSide Youth Zone, Booth King
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Service: Phase 1 PRA, Desk Based Coal Mining Risk Assessment, Phase 2 Site Investigation, Shallow Mining Investigation, Contaminated Land Risk Assessment, Geotechnical Appraisal
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Where: Ings Road, Wakefield
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Sector: Leisure
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Services Provided
Phase 1: Preliminary Risk Assessment (PRA)
We conduct a desk study to identify potential contamination risks through historical record reviews, site conditions, and nearby land uses, helping clients understand possible liabilities and guide further investigation.
Read moreCoal Mining Risk Assessment (CMRA)
A desk-based Coal Mining Risk Assessment (CMRA) is an initial assessment of the ground instability and gas risk associated with historical coal mining activity.
Read morePhase 2: Site Investigation
Our team performs site investigations, including soil and groundwater sampling, to accurately assess contamination levels, laying the groundwork for effective remediation planning.
Read moreContaminated Land
Site investigation, risk assessment, de-risking sites, validation, coal mining assessment, basement impact assessment–contamination, remediation design, and validation.
Read moreGeotechnical
Geotechnical site investigations, slope stability, earthwork designs, plate load tests, basement impact assessments, in-situ geotechnical testing, and coal mining risk assessment.
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