For their capstone project in Civil & Environmental Engineering, a team of students completed a preliminary design for a baseball and softball quadplex in Maquoketa, Iowa. 

The purpose of this project was to evaluate potential sites and develop a design for a quadplex requested the City of Maquoketa. The proposed project included site evaluation, planning, and design services intended to support site feasibility, project cost, and design limitations. The overall goal was to develop a functional and cost-effective recreational facility that supported community growth, improved youth experiences, and provided additional space for local use. 

Four potential site alternatives were evaluated based on size, location, feasibility, and ability to meet project requirements. The first site, located at the abandoned hospital, was able to accommodate the required facilities but required demolition and significant grading due to elevation changes. The second site, located north of the Maquoketa River, provided a large amount of space and allowed for additional features such as soccer fields and an expanded trail network. However, it presented challenges related to flood risk and land acquisition.

Final design deliverables for the project included a cost estimate, project poster, and comprehensive design report. The project concluded with a public presentation in Maquoketa, Iowa on May 5, 2026, where the quadplex design alternatives were presented to the client and community members.