Master List: Major Northwest Arkansas Construction

[mcheiss]

A lot of you probably missed this, but in today's Gazette, there was an article about how the Duncan's sold their farm for the AA Stadium. Well, near the end of the article, in mentions that the Duncan's have heard that a Water park could come between 56th street and I-540, (basically in between the Stadium and I-540)!!!!!!

Here's a link to the article

NWA News

[Mith242]

A lot of you probably missed this, but in today's Gazette, there was an article about how the Duncan's sold their farm for the AA Stadium. Well, near the end of the article, in mentions that the Duncan's have heard that a Water park could come between 56th street and I-540, (basically in between the Stadium and I-540)!!!!!!

Here's a link to the article

NWA News

Hey I did miss that. There's something else that might help get something going in Springdale.

[mcheiss]

It would be perfect for the area.

Springdale does have two good aquatic centers though. There's the one in the Jones Center, and then there's the Springdale Aquatic Center.

[Mith242]

It would also give Springdale something else that no one has in NWA yet. The way the other water parks have been put off, who knows if they will ever be built.

[mcheiss]

Here's an article I found on 40/29's website for a Whitewater park in Fayetteville.

Although Springdale has been in the news since city leaders announced plans for a new sports arena, another northwest Arkansas city has some big plans of its own.

Developer Billy Herring said Sunday that he wants to build a new whitewater park in Fayetteville.

Herring said a population increase and economic growth in northwest Arkansas have helped raise demand for nontraditional sports such as whitewater rafting, kayaking and canoeing. He said the new park would cater to all whitewater rowing sports.

The park would feature a 900-foot-long artificial rapids channel that has a constant current pumped back to the top. Herring said beginners and professionals alike could use the course.

According to Herring, the design will be functional but will not necessarily be influenced by the appearance of Arkansas

[Mith242]

Here's an article I found on 40/29's website for a Whitewater park in Fayetteville.

Although Springdale has been in the news since city leaders announced plans for a new sports arena, another northwest Arkansas city has some big plans of its own.

Developer Billy Herring said Sunday that he wants to build a new whitewater park in Fayetteville.

Herring said a population increase and economic growth in northwest Arkansas have helped raise demand for nontraditional sports such as whitewater rafting, kayaking and canoeing. He said the new park would cater to all whitewater rowing sports.

The park would feature a 900-foot-long artificial rapids channel that has a constant current pumped back to the top. Herring said beginners and professionals alike could use the course.

According to Herring, the design will be functional but will not necessarily be influenced by the appearance of Arkansas

[Aporkalypse]

I like the idea of putting it near the ballpark in Springdale.

I only think the area needs one, though. If two open you really worry competition will cause both to struggle and prevent them from making enough money to expand and add more attractions.

[mcheiss]

The pinnacle one isn't being pursued anymore.

I think something the size of Wild River Country in North Little Rock.

[Aporkalypse]

The pinnacle one isn't being pursued anymore.

I think something the size of Wild River Country in North Little Rock.

Maybe I was confused but I thought that there was possibly one being planned in Springdale near the ballpark and another in Fayetteville. I just meant that two that close together would be a mistake.

[masons_dad1]

Maybe I was confused but I thought that there was possibly one being planned in Springdale near the ballpark and another in Fayetteville. I just meant that two that close together would be a mistake.

Yeah the Fayetteville White Water Park would be a white water rafting park for sports enthusiasts to experience the thrill of white water rafting. It wouldn't be a water park full of screaming kids splashing around in a wave pool or shooting down slides... that one will be in Springdale. So they really wouldn't conflict with each other at all.

[Aporkalypse]

Yeah the Fayetteville White Water Park would be a white water rafting park for sports enthusiasts to experience the thrill of white water rafting. It wouldn't be a water park full of screaming kids splashing around in a wave pool or shooting down slides... that one will be in Springdale. So they really wouldn't conflict with each other at all.

Ah, I see. Weird, I wouldn't think the park they were putting in Fayetteville would do well at all. Put in Dallas where there's no whitewater within a few hundred miles. There's plenty of whitewater in the Ozarks.

[masons_dad1]

Ah, I see. Weird, I wouldn't think the park they were putting in Fayetteville would do well at all. Put in Dallas where there's no whitewater within a few hundred miles. There's plenty of whitewater in the Ozarks.

I'm not sure. I know that the Buffalo National River has moderate white water in some areas, but the water level is so low sometimes that you have to walk your canoe between the white water areas. I think a white water park would be great for off-seasons and for people who have never done it before. There's no "extreme" white water rafting in the Ozarks. West Virginia has some great white water, but I've never done it before.

[Mith242]

I'm not sure. I know that the Buffalo National River has moderate white water in some areas, but the water level is so low sometimes that you have to walk your canoe between the white water areas. I think a white water park would be great for off-seasons and for people who have never done it before. There's no "extreme" white water rafting in the Ozarks. West Virginia has some great white water, but I've never done it before.

I think there is some but it only lasts for short amounts of time. Seems like I've heard the Mulberry rated pretty high.

Ah, I see. Weird, I wouldn't think the park they were putting in Fayetteville would do well at all. Put in Dallas where there's no whitewater within a few hundred miles. There's plenty of whitewater in the Ozarks.

I can't say how well it would do but I would hope it would do well. I think it could be a good training ground for people wanting to practice or for that matter try a little whitewater when some of the streams and rivers up here get low during the dry summers.

[Aporkalypse]

I'm not sure. I know that the Buffalo National River has moderate white water in some areas, but the water level is so low sometimes that you have to walk your canoe between the white water areas. I think a white water park would be great for off-seasons and for people who have never done it before. There's no "extreme" white water rafting in the Ozarks. West Virginia has some great white water, but I've never done it before.

The Mulberry is the best. It's between Ozark and Fayetteville on the "Pigtrail" that used to be a good secondary route to Fayetteville. That has real whitewater. The Buffalo only gets fast in the spring or after a heavy rain.

[mcheiss]

Okay, I've been working on this little project for a while, and this includes all of the MAJOR projects.

If I leave something out, or something is wrong, please PM me and I will change it, Thanks.

Here we go:

Westin Hotel & Condos 22 Floors.-----Rogers

A 22 Floor Westin Hotel/Condo Development in Western Rogers off New Hope Road being developed by the Barber Group. It will include two restaurants, a spa, about 20,000 SF of retail space and about 14,000 SF of meeting space. Construction has yet to begin. This will be the tallest tower in Northwest Arkansas, as well as from Tulsa to Little Rock.

Renaissance Development 18 Floors.-----Fayetteville

An 18 Floor Mixed Use Condo/Hotel Project in Downtown Fayetteville at the old Mountain Inn site. Mariott will be the hoteler. Ground Work has begun. This will be Fayetteville's tallest Building.

Bellafont Development (2) 16 Floor Towers and (2) 10 Floor Towers.------Fayetteville

The largest high-rise development in NWA, Bellafont is to incorporate 4 Highrises into a suburban/urban mixed use enviroment. The two 16 Floor Towers will be condos only and the two 10 Floor Towers will be office space. As well, 120,000 sq. feet of retail space will be present. The Barber Group is the developer on this project as well. This project will be off Joyce Street in northern Fayetteville. No construction has started yet.

Coose Hollow Condos (3) 15 Floor Condo Towers.-----Beaver Lake

Just about the only condo project outside of the four main cities, Coose Hollow will be a 3 condo tower (each 15 Floors) development right on Beaver Lake. E & S Properties is the primary developer on this project. So far, no construction has started, but ground breaking should be within a few months.

The Lofts at Underwood Plaza 9 Floors.-----Fayetteville

A unique 9 Floor Mixed use project that is to be built in the heart of Fayetteville's Downtown. There should be ground floor retail with this project, and condos on the top 8 Floors. No construction has started yet.

Divinity Development 10 Floors.-----Fayetteville

Another project by the Barber Group, this 10 Floor Condo/Hotel project is suppose to be off Dickson Street in Downtown Fayetteville. A 100+ room hotel, Dozens of Condos, a few restaurants, and some bars are planned for this project as well. No construction has started yet.

The Legacy 7 Floors.-----Fayetteville

A nice mixed use project near Dickson Street, the Legacy is to provide around 60 Condos with ground floor retail. Masons Upscale Botique has been announced for this project as well. Construction is well underway, and should be completed within a year.

u]St. Charles Plaza 6 Floors.-----Fayetteville

Another Condo project that is making it's way to Dickson Street. This project will have 70 Condos and two floors of underground parking, right behind Colliers. Construction has not started yet.

The Dickson 6 Floors.-----Fayetteville

This is another condo project heading to Dickson Street. The Dickson will take the place of the old Mr. Tux building. It will consist of condos and ground floor retail. Construction has not started yet.

Pinnacle Hills Mixed Use Towers (2) 16 Floor Towers.-----Rogers

This project hasn't been heard in a very long time. Leo A Daly designed the towers, but has been discontinued for differences between the developers. This project is rumored to be downsized to only one tower, but 2 towers is all that has been officially announced. Construction hasn't started yet. BTW, the pic is small, sorry it's the only one I could find.

Bank of America/One East Center Development 4 Floors.-----Fayetteville

Another condo project in Downtown Fayetteville. This project will consist of atleast 6 upscale condos, with an attached parking garage. Construction is finished on this project.

Myer's Ranch (2) 5-12 Floor Towers, (1) 7 Floor Hotel Tower.-----Rogers

This large mixed use project is taking place off Dodson Road in Rogers. The project is to include a 7 Floor 4 Star Hotel, (2-3) 5-12 Floor Mixed Use Towers, (2) two story mixed use buildings, 3 1/2 Floor Office Building, as well as plenty of retail, restaurant, and office offerings. As well, this project is being themed into a Texas Hill/Rocky Mountain style. Construction has started on it.

Mercy Health Hospital 7 Floors.-----Rogers

The second large hospital in Benton County, Mercy Health will be a replacement for the St. Mary's in Rogers. The hospital is going to be right off the Interstate near Perry Road. This hospital is suppose to have 200 Rooms, with preped ER services and rumored to have a Trauma Center of at least a Level 3. The hospital will have 350,000 sq. feet. Construction is well underway and should be open by early 2008.

Eden's Bluff (3) 15-25 Floor Condo Towers.-----Beaver Lake/Lowell

Another Lakeside Condo development, Eden's Bluff is being created by the same developers of Coose Hollow. No info. has been released on this project, and probably won't be released until some of Coose Hollow is completed. Construction has not started yet.

Proctor & Gamble 6 Floor Tower.-----Fayetteville

Proctor & Gamble is planning on an expansion into NWA. P&G is going to build a 6 Floor Tower for research/Development. This tower will be in an office development off Joyce St. in North Fayetteville near the Lidsay Building and Bellafont. Construction has not started yet.

No photos have been released.

Spring Street Lofts 3 Floors.-----Fayetteville

Another project by the Barber Group, the Spring Street Lofts are designed for the middle class as a destination within Downtown Fayetteville. Construction is well underway and should be finished soon.

University Club Tower 13 Floors.-----Fayetteville

Another North Fayetteville development, the University Club Towers is to consist of 87 Condos just north of the Lowe's in Fayetteville and East of College. This project hasn't started on construction yet, nor has it been approved by the Fayetteville Planning Commission.

No Photos Have Been Released.

Embassy Suites Hotel Expansion 6 Floors.-----Rogers

Hoteler John Q. Hammons has decided to expand his Rogers Embassy Suites by another 6 Floors in another building adjacent to the Embassy Suites. The 6 Floor Expansion will give the hotel 400 Rooms, just barely under the largest hotel in Arkansas by 5 rooms. Construction is well underway and should be completed within a year.

Clear Creek Office Development.-----Johnson

A city with hardly any commercial development, Johnson has a large commercial project called Clear Creek going on near the Intestate. So far, a 4 story bank building has been constructed, but plans call for additional 4+ Buildings as time progresses. Construction is well underway/completed.

Unknown Office Building 4 Floors.-----Fayetteville

Another North Fayetteville project off Joyce Street. Not sure who the tenant is on the building. Construction is well underway.

Washington Regional Medical Center Expansion.-----Fayetteville

Washington Regional Medical Center is underway an expansion that will add 80, 000 square feet and 72 beds to its 285, 000 square feet and 233 beds, giving the hospital around 300 beds. The two major additions are on the fifth floor and in the emergency department, which should be completed by the end of 2007.

Possible Radisson Hotel Remodel.-----Fayetteville

The same group that is going to build the Renaissance Development in Downtown Fayetteville has discussed the possibility of upgrading and remodeling the Radisson Hotel in Downtown Fayetteville. No plans have been submited yet.

North Corner Condo Project.-----Fayetteville

A recently completed project by the Barber Group. North Corner looks like an typical condo project you might find in the suburbs. Completed Project.

Holiday Inn Hotel.-----Rogers

A 6 Floor Holiday Inn is to be built in Rogers off I-540. The project is suppose to be off Horsebarn Road on the west side of I-540. Ground work Construction has started on this project.

No Photos Have Been Released.

EJ Ball Plaza Remodel.-----Fayetteville

Another revitalization project in Downtown Fayetteville. Not a whole lot of info on this project. Not sure if construction has started on it or not.

Pleasant Crossing Mixed Use 10 Floor Tower.-----Rogers

This tower was announced as part of a phase 4 of Pleasant Crossing Shopping/Mixed Use Center in Rogers. So far, phases 2 and 3 are still in planning stages. Construction has not started on this project.

No Photos Have Been Released.

Unnamed Office Tower 10 Floors.-----Rogers

Another Tower that not much info has been released on. This tower is suppose to be built near the Holiday Inn under Construction in Rogers. It's suppose to include a 4 Floor Parking Garage as well, but no other info has been released.

No Photos Have Been Released.

John Q. Hammons Convention Center.-----Rogers

This 125,000 sq. foot convention center was recently completed. The Convention Center is the largest in NWA and second only to the Little Rock Market. It also has the largest Ball Room in the state. The Convention Center is located near the Embassy Suites, right off I-540.

Superior Building 4 Floors.-----Bentonville

This building, an office development, will be the largest building in Arkansas in terms of square footage. It will be 500,000 sq. feet of Commercial Space. Only Superior has announced it's intentions of opening up office there.

No Photos Are Available.

Pinnacle Springs Upscale Gas Station 3 Floors.-----Rogers

This is by far the weirdest development I've seen in NWA. The project calls for a 3 Floor Mixed Use project that is to include a White Oak Station, Condos, and other retail space, right infront of the Home Depot in Rogers. Construction has not started on this project.

No Photos Have Been Released.

Medical Professions Building 9 Floors.-----Rogers

This tower is suppose to be built adjacent on the north side of the new Mercy Health Hospital. It is to include offices for Neurologists, Heart Doctors, and other specialists. No renderigs or info have been released. Construction has not started on this project.

No Photos Have Been Released.

Shopps at Pinnacle Hills.-----Rogers

A very nice suburban/urban project that includes 350,000 sq. feet in Rogers that is almost completed. It includes about half a dozen 3-4 Floor Towers that include Banks, Retail, and restaurants like: Bonefish Grill, Carrabbas Italian Grill, Starbucks, and Eddie Haskell's Sports Grill. Condos are in this project as well, on the top floors of teh towers. Construction is almost completed on this project, half of it is already open.

Pinnacle Hills Promenade Mall (980,000 sq. foot Mall).-----Rogers

This slightly upscale mall is being built in the Pinnacle Area of Rogers. It will be 980,000 square feet with tenants like Dillards, Malco Theatres 12 Screen, Build A Bear Workshop, PF Changs, Starbucks, Sullivan's Steakhouse, JC Penny, and Sharper Image. This mall will be one of Arkansas largest. The Mall is set to open October 4th.

Pleasant Crossing Mall (1.2 Million Sq. Foot Mall).-----Rogers

Another Large Mall Planned for Rogers. Pleasant Crossing will be 1.2 Million Square Feet once completed. It is to include a 500,000 sq. foot "Big Box" Outparcel section, and a 500,000 sq. foot Lifestyle Center. Some tenants in this project are Wal-Mart, Bed Bath & Beyond, Sportsman's Warehouse, Malco Theatre 12 Screen + IMAX, Ross, Ethan Allen, Gordman's, IT'z Entertainment, and TJ Maxx. So far, Wal-Mart, Sportman's Warehouse, Backyard Burgers, Taco Bueno, & Arvest Bank are the only completed tenants.

Centre Pointe Shopping Center (350,000 Sq. Foot Big Box Retail Center).-----Rogers

Another Shopping Center poised for Rogers off Pleasant Grove Road. This project has only announced a Walgreen's, which is currently open. The rest of the site is still being preped for foundation. Site plans show that the retail center will be 350,000 sq. feet.

The Grove (120 Acre Retail/ Restaurant Center).-----Rogers

Another Retail center planned for Pleasant Grove Road in Rogers. Not much info has been released on this project. All we know is that it will be a 120 acre, probably Big Box Retail Center. So far, construction crews have been clearing the land.

No Photos Have Been Released.

Pleasant Crossing West (Up to 1 Million Sq. Foot Shopping Center).-----Rogers

This is the fourth large shopping center to be planned for Pleasant Crossing. No info has been released on this project, except that it will be to the west side of I-540. Rumors have called for a Target/Supertarget in the area. This project is being developed by First Security Vandis, the same company developing the Pleasant Crossing Shopping Center in Rogers.

No Photos Have Been Released.

Nelson's Crossing Shopping Center.-----Fayetteville

A somewhat small shopping center under construction in Fayetteville. This shopping center is said to be upscale, with a Tuscan Theme. The shopping center is suppose to include Golf USA, Floral Shop, Qdoba Mexican Grill, Chico's, Starbucks (open), and Marbleslab Creamery. This development is just south of the Northwest Arkansas Mall in Fayetteville near Joyce. Construction is well underway and should be finished by the end of the year.

Tuscany Square Shopping Center.-----Rogers

Another Tuscany Themed small shopping center under construction in Rogers. This location is off Pleasant Grove Road and includes tenants such as: Curves, Starbucks, Cingular Wireless, and Subway. This project has reached build-out and is being filled by tenants.

Most up to date photo:

Project 45th.-----Rogers

This is another project that the Barber Group is developing. It will be a $300 Million dollar office/retail development once completed. This will include a lot of retail space, 4 fast food upscale restaurants, 4 upscale restaurants. This will be right across from the Westin Hotel off New Hope Road in Rogers. Construction has not started yet.

No Photos Are Available.

Project 45th Website

12 Screen Malco Theatre.-----Fayetteville

Fayetteville will be getting it's first stadium seating theatre. Malco Theatres is going to build a 12 Digital Screen Stadium Seeting Theatre just west of the Northwest Arkansas Mall. This will be the only stadium seating theatre in Washington County.

No Photos Are Available.

Bestbuy.-----Rogers

Bestbuy is building a nearly 50,000 square foot store in Rogers off Hospital Blvd (AKA 45th Street) in Rogers. This store will be right across from the Pinnacle Promenade Mall and just south off the Barber Group's Westin Hotel. The store should be open by the end of the year.

No Photos Are Available.

Wal-Mart Supercenter.-----Centerton

Wal-Mart is building a 185,000 square foot Supercenter in Centerton, just infront of the new McDonald's off Arkansas 102. The Supercenter will offer a selection from frozen foods, electronics, bakery, automotive, vision center, etc. The store is currently under construction and should be finished within a year.

No Photos Are Available.

Wal-Mart Supercenter.-----Pea Ridge

As well, another Supercenter will be making it's way into Pea Ridge, making 5 Supercenters in Benton County. The store has not started construction, but should be around 185,000 sq. feet and offer a full grocery selection as well as all the general merchandise. No completion date has been set.

No Photos Are Available.

Sam's Club & Adjacent Development.-----Bentonville

Bentonville is finally getting a Sam's Club. The facility is currently under construction and should be open within early October. As well, an 80 or so acre development rests the to the right of the Sam's Club that has been expressed as a retail and restaurant site for the city. No plans have been submitted for that development.

No Photos Are Available.

Sam's Club.-----Fayetteville

Sam's Club has also announced it's intentions of opening up a store in Fayetteville just off 112. So far, we know that the store is going to sell liquor in a seperate, yet attached building to the Sams. The liquor department will be among the largest in the company's stores. Construction has yet to start.

No Photos Are Available.

Lowe's Home Improvement.-----Siloam Springs

Another large Big Box Store for Benton County. Lowe's is going to build a 160,000 sq. foot store adjacent to the Wal-Mart Supercenter off U.S. 412. Not sure if construction has started on this location or not.

No Photos Are Available.

"W" ALOFT Hotel 5 Floors.-----Rogers

This will be a 5 Floor, All Modern Glass hotel in the Metropark development in western Rogers. Aloft is a spinoff of "W" Hotels. So far, this will be one of 6 Aloft's across the nation. The hotel is suppose to over a New York Soho Modern feel, with a business traveler price.

Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art.-----Bentonville

One of the most anticipated projects of NWA, the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art will become one of the top Art Museums in the US, with an estimated 250,000 visitors a year. The Museum will be 100,00 square feet once completed, and Benton County's largest piece of culture. The museum will house works such as Asher Duran's "Kindered Spirits", Gilbert Stuart's "George Washington", and John La Farge's "George Washington". The museum will be built primarily out of glass and wood and will be built near Downtown Bentonville.

[J.B. Hunt Center for Academic Excellence 5 Floors.-----Fayetteville

Another 5 Floor Construction project well underway at the UofA. The center was made possible by a $10 Million gift from J.B. Hunt. The center will serve departments from The Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences, thu]Possible Science Museum.------Fayetteville

We've recently heard talk of a science museum and it's possibility in NWA. A Science Musuem has been in the works for the metro for quite some time. The group dedicated to it has promised it would be on the level of Science Musuems in Little Rock, Tulsa, and Springfield. The possibility of it being affiliated with Smithsonian is extremly high as well.

No Photos Are Available

Possible Children's Museum.-----Bentonville

Another museum in the works for the metro. Bentonville has expressed all the interest in building this project, and has even mentioned it could work near the Crystal Bridges Art Museum or the new Arkansas Sports & Entertainment Complex.

No Photos Are Available

AA Minor League Stadium.-----Springdale

The Wichita Wranglers announced that they would be relocating from Wichita, KS to Springdale. Therefore, a stadium must be built. The City approved the project, and the stadium is said to be atleast 6500 seats, with a possible expansion up to 8000. This would be a AA Minor League Stadium and the second for Arkansas. This is going to create atleast 500 jobs for the city of Springdale. Plans have also shown retail and restaurants will be developed on site, as well as a possible Waterpark. Construction has yet to start.

Arkansas Sports & Entertainment Complex.-----Bentonville

This is another sports venue that is planned for the NWA Metroplex. Developers have announced that they will be creating a 9,000 seat arena set for family events, minor league sports, and concerts. So far, an ECHL AA Minor League team is set for the arena. Developers are in talks with the NBA for an NBA D-League Team and a WNBA Team. As well, a 16 Screen Movie Theatre, 32 Lane Bowling Alley, Movie & Sound Studio, a 6 Floor Parking Garage, and homes are all going to be developed on the property, which is located near XNA off Arkansas 12.

No Photos Are Available.

Children's Healthcare Facility.-----Lowell

A childrens clinic will be built near Interstate 540 and Arkansas 264. The building, the Northwest Arkansas Children

[Mith242]

Wow, you've been busy there Matt. Good job.

[mcheiss]

Thanks, I've wanted to make this forever. The only problem is, that I can't edit the original post, since the photo limit has been exceeded. Therefore, another projects post will have to be made in the future for more projects.

[strmchsr77]

How long did that take you Matt? Looks like hours of work, very good job.

[strmchsr77]

By the way Matt, the "Unknown Office Building 4 Floors.-----Fayetteville" is called Commerce Park II. It is being developed by Dixie Development. The first tenant was annouced the other day, and it was Nestle-Purina (Walmart Vendor).

[KJW]

Great work, Matt.

[mcheiss]

How long did that take you Matt? Looks like hours of work, very good job.

Thanks everyone. It took 5 or 6 hours all together.

[Mith242]

Hey Matt where did you find this at?

[mcheiss]

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EJ Ball Plaza Renovation

[Mith242]

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EJ Ball Plaza Renovation

Cool, never saw that site before. Thanks for the link.

[itk]

Yes, very impressive work. Very good idea. (I hope my kudos post doesn't drag into page 2, if so you can delete it