Dickinson College Biddle Field
Derck & Edson guided the development of a master plan for the Biddle Field Complex at Dickinson College and then moved directly into phase 1 implementation. The master plan calls for new facilities that include a track, field, grandstands, field house, visitors’ bleachers, concession facilities, and a picnic area.
Phase 1 encompasses an upgrade that includes a new, bigger track with a steeplechase water jump, lighting, artificial turf, and improved entrances with new landscaping and sidewalks. The all-weather track has been expanded to eight lanes from six.
The replacement of grass with synthetic field turf has opened Biddle Field—home to the football and lacrosse teams—to more activities. Visitor-side bleachers have been replaced with new, handicapped-accessible seating.
In addition, the new facility creates an introductory sequence that is extended to those coming into town on West High Street.
