Non-Motorized Trail Cost Estimator

Trail development cost guide for Oregon Parks and Recreation Departments

by Oregon State Parks

TRAIL DEVELOPMENT COST GUIDE FOR OREGON PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENTS SCORP PROJECT 1st Edition (Q4 - 2018)

ESTIMATE OF PROBABLE COST Cost provided by DCW Cost Management

NOTE: This tool is being provided as a resource and is based on construction cost averages in 2018. It does not take recent cost increases into account. Grant applicants or anyone else using this tool should consult with local contractors, vendors, and other industry professionals to develop an accurate project budget reflective of current market rates. (JB 7/19/2022)

Attached document published October 2018

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