Alice Wainwright Park Seawall and Baywalk Improvements

OCI is Currently Working in the Restrooms Building Renovations 

Construction work to start in October 2026, with an anticipated completion date of February 2027.  

The City of Miami and D2 Commissioner Pardo are happy to announce the start of the construction of the restrooms building renovations at Alice Wainwright Park.  Project includes the design and construction of the male and female restrooms remodeling, roof replacement and exterior improvements. 

Project Scope: 

• Roof Replacement
• Upgraded restroom fixtures (ADA compliant)
• Improved indoor lighting system 
• Improved security system in the restrooms and entrance gate
• Mitigation of water ponding at the entrance of the park
• Replacement of the existing bike-rack 

Please note that during the roof replacement period (October 2026) the water fountain next to the restrooms building will be inaccessible (off service).  Please bring your own bottled water during the temporary closure of the water fountain during the restrooms building roof repairs.  

Phase I of the Project is Complete - New Seawall, Baywalk and Landscaping!

Project Update - May 2021

The installation of approximately 1125 linear feet of new sheet pile and concrete cap is complete! The new installation creates a resilient structure that withstand storm surges and rising tides caused by sea-level rise. Baywalk construction and landscape improvements are scheduled to begin in June 2021.  

Project Rendering 

Park Address: 2845 Brickell Avenue Miami, FL 33129

New park improvements and elements include:

• Replacement of existing seawall to mitigate sea level rise
• New baywalk - approximately 33,000 square feet, using pervious and compacted gravel (to allow water to drain into the ground)
• Drainage improvements
• Safety lighting
• New seating areas and trash receptacles
• Planting of 115 native trees, 3,520 shrubs and approximately 118,130 square feet of sod
• Removal of invasive plants and new landscaping 
  
  

Project Phases

• Phase 1 of the proposed work is to provide shoreline improvements for the park: 
  • Replace the existing seawall and enhancing the waterfront with a new baywalk
  • Protect the natural elements of the park against vulnerabilities to sea level rise, storm surge, erosion, and compounding flooding
  • The proposed baywalk will be Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant

Phase 1 is currently under construction.

• Phase 2 will be a part of a future development of this project:
  • Upland park landscaping
  • Restroom and office facilities for the park
  • ADA access to the waterfront elements
  • Gazebo Shelters
    
    

Alice Wainwright Park Seawall and Baywalk Project: Before & After

 Site map of tree species to be removed:

Site map of new trees and vegetation to be planted: 

Tree species to be planted:

Native grasses and shrubberies to be planted:

Site furniture locations:

Site furniture samples:

Site paving:

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The park will remain open for your enjoyment during construction!

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