Adirondack Museum | Inclusive Rec Database

Section B: Physical Inclusion

APPROACH: Transportation

Does transportation serve area or facility?

If yes, does transportation accommodate a person using a wheelchair?

APPROACH: ParkingAdirondack Museum

Are designated or marked accessible parking spaces provided?

Yes

If yes, are the spaces clearly marked with upright signs designating them as accessible?

(International symbol of accessibility or clear wording)

Yes

Number of designated accessible spaces:

(If unlined, approximate number of accessible spaces)

6 spaces

Width of designated accessible spaces:

107 inches

Number of designated accessible spaces with access aisles:

6 spaces

Width of access aisles:

108 inches

Distance from parking to entrance:

(If no designated accessible parking, measure distance from middle of parking lot/area to entrance)

160 feet

Is there a continuous unobstructed route of travel from parking to entrance?

Yes

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

pavement to brick

Slope of route of travel (at its steepest incline):

8 %

Width of route of travel (at its narrowest point):

50 inches

ENTER: EntrancesMain Entrance

Is the international symbol of accessibility (or signage designating accessibility) displayed by entrance?

Yes

Are there stairs to gain entry?

Yes

Step count

4 stairs

Handrail type

flat metal railing

Is a ramp provided?

Yes

If yes, width of ramp (at its narrowest point):

50 inches

If yes, slope of ramp (at its steepest incline):

2 %

If yes, depth of ramp landing:

60 inches

If yes, describe the surface of ramp:

brick, concrete

Describe the type of railing on the ramp:

none

Type of door:

Automatic

Are there doors in a series to gain entry?

Yes

If yes, distance between doors:

88 inches

Clear open width of door:

37 inches

Handle type entering:

Automatic

Handle type exiting:

Automatic

Clear space on pull (handle) side of door:

18 inches

Comments/additional information about entrance:

Additional Entrances for the other exhibits can be found in the specialty tools section.

ENTER: EntrancesMark W. Potter Education Center

Is the international symbol of accessibility (or signage designating accessibility) displayed by entrance?

Yes

Are there stairs to gain entry?

Handrail type

not applicable

Is a ramp provided?

Yes

If yes, width of ramp (at its narrowest point):

55 inches

If yes, slope of ramp (at its steepest incline):

7 %

If yes, depth of ramp landing:

60 inches

If yes, describe the surface of ramp:

black top

Describe the type of railing on the ramp:

not applicable

Type of door:

Automatic

Are there doors in a series to gain entry?

Clear open width of door:

40 inches

Handle type entering:

Automatic

Handle type exiting:

Automatic

Clear space on pull (handle) side of door:

18 inches

ENTER: EntrancesLive With Wilderness Entrance To Left Of Visitor's Center

Is the international symbol of accessibility (or signage designating accessibility) displayed by entrance?

Yes

Are there stairs to gain entry?

Yes

Step count

1 stairs

Handrail type

none

Is a ramp provided?

Yes

If yes, width of ramp (at its narrowest point):

42 inches

If yes, slope of ramp (at its steepest incline):

2 %

If yes, depth of ramp landing:

60 inches

If yes, describe the surface of ramp:

wood

Describe the type of railing on the ramp:

not applicable

Type of door:

Manual

Are there doors in a series to gain entry?

Clear open width of door:

31 inches

Opening force of door:

(enter 0 pounds if automatic door)

1 pounds

Handle type entering:

Pull
Push/Pull Paddle/Bar

Handle type exiting:

Pull
Push/Pull Paddle/Bar

Clear space on pull (handle) side of door:

18 inches

Comments/additional information about entrance:

From Boats and Boating building to Living Wilderness buildinger there is a slope of 4%.

ENTER: EntrancesBoats And Boating

Is the international symbol of accessibility (or signage designating accessibility) displayed by entrance?

N/A

Are there stairs to gain entry?

Step count

0 stairs

Handrail type

not applicable

Is a ramp provided?

If yes, describe the surface of ramp:

not applicable

Describe the type of railing on the ramp:

not applicable

Type of door:

Manual

Are there doors in a series to gain entry?

Clear open width of door:

33 inches

Opening force of door:

(enter 0 pounds if automatic door)

9 pounds

Handle type entering:

Pull

Handle type exiting:

Pull
Push/Pull Paddle/Bar

Clear space on pull (handle) side of door:

18 inches

ENTER: EntrancesLog Hotel

Is the international symbol of accessibility (or signage designating accessibility) displayed by entrance?

Are there stairs to gain entry?

Yes

Step count

4 stairs

Handrail type

not applicable

Is a ramp provided?

Yes

If yes, width of ramp (at its narrowest point):

52 inches

If yes, slope of ramp (at its steepest incline):

1 %

If yes, describe the surface of ramp:

dirt, grass, gradual incline

Describe the type of railing on the ramp:

not applicable

Type of door:

Open

Are there doors in a series to gain entry?

Clear open width of door:

29 inches

Handle type entering:

Open

Handle type exiting:

Open

Comments/additional information about entrance:

The measurements for the ramp listed is not technically a ramp, it is more of a gradual incline from the ground to the top of the porch. There is no entrance to go through to enter exhbiits. These are exhibits that you walk inside 3-4 feet to view the displays. The door widths to enter viewing area of displays is 29 inches wide.

ENTER: EntrancesRoad And Rail

Is the international symbol of accessibility (or signage designating accessibility) displayed by entrance?

Yes

Are there stairs to gain entry?

N/A

Step count

0 stairs

Is a ramp provided?

Yes

If yes, width of ramp (at its narrowest point):

29 inches

If yes, slope of ramp (at its steepest incline):

5 %

If yes, depth of ramp landing:

60 inches

If yes, describe the surface of ramp:

stone

Describe the type of railing on the ramp:

flat metal railing

Type of door:

Automatic

Are there doors in a series to gain entry?

Yes

Clear open width of door:

32 inches

Handle type entering:

Automatic

Handle type exiting:

Automatic

Clear space on pull (handle) side of door:

18 inches

Comments/additional information about entrance:

There are two doors. Using the door on the right leads you to the end of the exhibit. If you start with the door on the left or go straight ahead, the doors are accessible, but once you enter there are stairs to go up and no ramp is available.

ENTER: EntrancesRustic Tomorrow

Is the international symbol of accessibility (or signage designating accessibility) displayed by entrance?

Are there stairs to gain entry?

Step count

0 stairs

Handrail type

not applicable

Is a ramp provided?

If yes, describe the surface of ramp:

not applicable

Describe the type of railing on the ramp:

not applicable

Type of door:

Manual

Are there doors in a series to gain entry?

Clear open width of door:

32 inches

Opening force of door:

(enter 0 pounds if automatic door)

3 pounds

Handle type entering:

Pull

Handle type exiting:

Push Plate

Clear space on pull (handle) side of door:

18 inches

ENTER: EntrancesWoods And Waters

Is the international symbol of accessibility (or signage designating accessibility) displayed by entrance?

N/A

Are there stairs to gain entry?

Step count

0 stairs

Handrail type

not applicable

Is a ramp provided?

N/A

If yes, describe the surface of ramp:

not applicable

Describe the type of railing on the ramp:

not applicable

Type of door:

Manual

Are there doors in a series to gain entry?

Yes

If yes, distance between doors:

240 inches

Clear open width of door:

33 inches

Opening force of door:

(enter 0 pounds if automatic door)

13 pounds

Handle type entering:

Pull

Handle type exiting:

Push Plate

Clear space on pull (handle) side of door:

18 inches

Comments/additional information about entrance:

Opening force of door is initially 13 pounds, but then goes down to 5 pounds.

ENTER: EntrancesMerwin Hill Pavilion

Is the international symbol of accessibility (or signage designating accessibility) displayed by entrance?

N/A

Are there stairs to gain entry?

Step count

0 stairs

Handrail type

not applicalbe

Is a ramp provided?

Yes

If yes, width of ramp (at its narrowest point):

40 inches

If yes, slope of ramp (at its steepest incline):

6 %

If yes, depth of ramp landing:

60 inches

If yes, describe the surface of ramp:

wood

Describe the type of railing on the ramp:

rounded, wood

Are there doors in a series to gain entry?

N/A

ENTER: EntrancesWork In The Woods

Is the international symbol of accessibility (or signage designating accessibility) displayed by entrance?

Are there stairs to gain entry?

Step count

0 stairs

Handrail type

not applicable

Is a ramp provided?

If yes, describe the surface of ramp:

not applicable

Describe the type of railing on the ramp:

not applicable

Type of door:

Manual

Are there doors in a series to gain entry?

Clear open width of door:

41 inches

Opening force of door:

(enter 0 pounds if automatic door)

10 pounds

Handle type entering:

Pull

Handle type exiting:

Pull
Push/Pull Paddle/Bar

Clear space on pull (handle) side of door:

18 inches

ENTER: EntrancesRecreation And Great Outdoors

Is the international symbol of accessibility (or signage designating accessibility) displayed by entrance?

Yes

Are there stairs to gain entry?

Yes

Step count

4 stairs

Handrail type

wood, flat

Is a ramp provided?

Yes

If yes, width of ramp (at its narrowest point):

38 1/2 inches

If yes, slope of ramp (at its steepest incline):

6 %

If yes, depth of ramp landing:

56 inches

If yes, describe the surface of ramp:

black top

Describe the type of railing on the ramp:

not applicable

Type of door:

Open
No Door

Are there doors in a series to gain entry?

Handle type entering:

Open

Handle type exiting:

Open

USE: Registration/Reception/Check-in AreaAgency Registration

Is there a continuous unobstructed route of travel from entrance (if indoor facility) or parking (if outdoor facility) to registration/check-in area?

Yes

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

wood

Slope of route of travel (at its steepest incline):

0 %

Is the registration/reception/check-in counter easily located?

Yes

Height of counter:

36 inches

If counter is higher than 36", is a fold-out shelf available?

N/A

Is the registration area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering? (60" circle)

Yes

If no, provide dimensions of free space in registration area:

60 inches x 60 inches

Is signage clear in registration area?

(word, picture, and Braille or raised lettering)

Yes

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletMen's Visitor Center Restroom

Is there a continuous unobstructed route of travel from entrance (if indoor facility) or parking (if outdoor facility) to restroom?

Yes

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

tile

Slope of route of travel (at its steepest incline):

0 %

Is a single use restroom provided?

(e.g. family, companion, single room)

Restroom assessed:

Male

Is signage clear?

(word, picture, and Braille or raised lettering provided for signs)

Yes

Is there a door to restroom?

Yes

Clear open width of door to restroom:

33 inches

Handle type entering:

Automatic
Push Plate

Handle type exiting:

Automatic
Pull

Clear space on pull (handle) side of door:

18 inches

Does the toilet stall door swing open to outside of stall?

Is the toilet area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering?

(60" circle)

Yes

If no, provide dimensions of free floor space in stall/toilet area:

60 inches x 60 inches

Are grab bars mounted on at least two sides of the toilet?

Yes

Number of grab bars:

2 bars

Toilet seat height:

19 inches

Is the sink area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering?

Yes

If no, provide dimensions of free space in sink area:

60 inches x 60 inches

Height of sink:

33 1/2 inches

Sink is:

Wall

Depth of knee space under sink:

(from outer edge of sink to pipes or other obstruction under sink)

9 inches

Are faucet controls usable without grasping?

Yes

Location of soap dispensers:

Wall

If wall-mounted, height of soap dispensers:

40 inches

Location of hand dryer/paper towels:

Wall

If wall-mounted, height of hand dryers/paper towel dispensers:

36 inches

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletWomen's Visitor Center Restroom

Is there a continuous unobstructed route of travel from entrance (if indoor facility) or parking (if outdoor facility) to restroom?

Yes

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

tile

Slope of route of travel (at its steepest incline):

0 %

Is a single use restroom provided?

(e.g. family, companion, single room)

Restroom assessed:

Female

Is signage clear?

(word, picture, and Braille or raised lettering provided for signs)

Yes

Is there a door to restroom?

Yes

Clear open width of door to restroom:

33 inches

Handle type entering:

Automatic

Handle type exiting:

Automatic

Does the toilet stall door swing open to outside of stall?

Is the toilet area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering?

(60" circle)

Yes

If no, provide dimensions of free floor space in stall/toilet area:

60 inches x 60 inches

Are grab bars mounted on at least two sides of the toilet?

Yes

Number of grab bars:

2 bars

Toilet seat height:

20 inches

Is the sink area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering?

Yes

If no, provide dimensions of free space in sink area:

60 inches x 60 inches

Height of sink:

33 3/4 inches

Sink is:

Wall

Depth of knee space under sink:

(from outer edge of sink to pipes or other obstruction under sink)

14 inches

Are faucet controls usable without grasping?

Yes

Location of soap dispensers:

Wall

If wall-mounted, height of soap dispensers:

38 3/4 inches

Location of hand dryer/paper towels:

Wall

If wall-mounted, height of hand dryers/paper towel dispensers:

38 inches

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletBathroom Building Men's Restroom

Is there a continuous unobstructed route of travel from entrance (if indoor facility) or parking (if outdoor facility) to restroom?

Yes

Is the route of travel well-lit?

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

pavement

Is a single use restroom provided?

(e.g. family, companion, single room)

Restroom assessed:

Male

Is signage clear?

(word, picture, and Braille or raised lettering provided for signs)

Yes

Is there a door to restroom?

Yes

Clear open width of door to restroom:

33 inches

Opening force of door:

(enter 0 pounds if automatic door)

0 pounds

Handle type entering:

Automatic

Handle type exiting:

Automatic

Clear space on pull (handle) side of door:

18 inches

Does the toilet stall door swing open to outside of stall?

Yes

Is the toilet area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering?

(60" circle)

If no, provide dimensions of free floor space in stall/toilet area:

38 inches x 47 inches

Are grab bars mounted on at least two sides of the toilet?

Yes

Number of grab bars:

3 bars

Toilet seat height:

18 1/2 inches

Is the sink area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering?

Yes

If no, provide dimensions of free space in sink area:

60 inches x 60 inches

Height of sink:

32 inches

Sink is:

Wall

Depth of knee space under sink:

(from outer edge of sink to pipes or other obstruction under sink)

10 inches

Are faucet controls usable without grasping?

Yes

Location of soap dispensers:

Wall

If wall-mounted, height of soap dispensers:

46 inches

Location of hand dryer/paper towels:

Wall

If wall-mounted, height of hand dryers/paper towel dispensers:

45 inches

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletBathroom Building Women's Restroom

Is there a continuous unobstructed route of travel from entrance (if indoor facility) or parking (if outdoor facility) to restroom?

Yes

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

pavement

Is a single use restroom provided?

(e.g. family, companion, single room)

Restroom assessed:

Female

Is signage clear?

(word, picture, and Braille or raised lettering provided for signs)

Yes

Is there a door to restroom?

Yes

Clear open width of door to restroom:

33 inches

Handle type entering:

Automatic

Handle type exiting:

Automatic

Clear space on pull (handle) side of door:

18 inches

Does the toilet stall door swing open to outside of stall?

Yes

Is the toilet area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering?

(60" circle)

If no, provide dimensions of free floor space in stall/toilet area:

46 1/4 inches x 40 inches

Are grab bars mounted on at least two sides of the toilet?

Yes

Number of grab bars:

2 bars

Toilet seat height:

18 1/2 inches

Is the sink area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering?

Yes

If no, provide dimensions of free space in sink area:

60 inches x 60 inches

Height of sink:

32 1/2 inches

Sink is:

Wall

Depth of knee space under sink:

(from outer edge of sink to pipes or other obstruction under sink)

10 inches

Are faucet controls usable without grasping?

Yes

Location of soap dispensers:

Wall

If wall-mounted, height of soap dispensers:

40 1/2 inches

Location of hand dryer/paper towels:

Wall

If wall-mounted, height of hand dryers/paper towel dispensers:

47 inches

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletWoods and Water Building Men's Restroom

Is there a continuous unobstructed route of travel from entrance (if indoor facility) or parking (if outdoor facility) to restroom?

Yes

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

tile

Is a single use restroom provided?

(e.g. family, companion, single room)

Restroom assessed:

Male

Is signage clear?

(word, picture, and Braille or raised lettering provided for signs)

Yes

Is there a door to restroom?

Yes

Clear open width of door to restroom:

30 inches

Handle type entering:

Automatic

Handle type exiting:

Automatic

Does the toilet stall door swing open to outside of stall?

Yes

Is the toilet area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering?

(60" circle)

If no, provide dimensions of free floor space in stall/toilet area:

54 inches x 48 inches

Are grab bars mounted on at least two sides of the toilet?

Yes

Number of grab bars:

2 bars

Toilet seat height:

18 1/2 inches

Is the sink area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering?

Yes

If no, provide dimensions of free space in sink area:

60 inches x 60 inches

Height of sink:

31 inches

Sink is:

Wall

Depth of knee space under sink:

(from outer edge of sink to pipes or other obstruction under sink)

10 inches

Are faucet controls usable without grasping?

Yes

Location of soap dispensers:

Wall

If wall-mounted, height of soap dispensers:

41 inches

Location of hand dryer/paper towels:

Wall

If wall-mounted, height of hand dryers/paper towel dispensers:

41 inches

Comments/additional information about public restroom/toilet:

This restroom is also connected to the Café with an additional door.

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletWoods and Water Building Women's Restroom

Is there a continuous unobstructed route of travel from entrance (if indoor facility) or parking (if outdoor facility) to restroom?

Yes

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

stone tile

Slope of route of travel (at its steepest incline):

0 %

Is a single use restroom provided?

(e.g. family, companion, single room)

Restroom assessed:

Female

Is signage clear?

(word, picture, and Braille or raised lettering provided for signs)

Yes

Is there a door to restroom?

Yes

Clear open width of door to restroom:

29 inches

Handle type entering:

Automatic

Handle type exiting:

Automatic

Does the toilet stall door swing open to outside of stall?

Yes

Is the toilet area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering?

(60" circle)

If no, provide dimensions of free floor space in stall/toilet area:

56 inches x 60 inches

Are grab bars mounted on at least two sides of the toilet?

Yes

Number of grab bars:

2 bars

Toilet seat height:

16 inches

Is the sink area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering?

Yes

If no, provide dimensions of free space in sink area:

60 inches x 60 inches

Height of sink:

31 1/2 inches

Sink is:

Wall

Depth of knee space under sink:

(from outer edge of sink to pipes or other obstruction under sink)

10 inches

Are faucet controls usable without grasping?

Yes

Location of soap dispensers:

Wall

If wall-mounted, height of soap dispensers:

37 inches

Location of hand dryer/paper towels:

Wall

If wall-mounted, height of hand dryers/paper towel dispensers:

42 inches

Comments/additional information about public restroom/toilet:

This restroom is also connected to the Café with an additional door.

USE: Elevator(s)Agency Elevator

Is an elevator provided to access recreation areas on other floors?

Yes

Is there a continuous unobstructed route of travel from entrance to elevator?

Yes

Is the route of travel well-lit?

Yes

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

wood

Slope of route of travel (at its steepest incline):

0 %

Elevator control panel height:

41 inches

Methods of communication for elevator controls: (check all that are present)

Audible
Tactile
Visual

Elevator door width:

38 inches

Does elevator have a sensor that reopens the door or does door stay open at least 20 seconds?

Yes

Size (clear space) of elevator car:

51 inches x 68 inches

Is the elevator well-lit?

Yes

USE: Stairs

Is there a continuous unobstructed route of travel from the entrance to this area?

Yes

Is the route of travel well-lit?

Yes

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

wood

Step count

19 stairs

Is lit

Yes

Has edge markings

Has handrail

Yes

Comments/additional information about stairs:

There are 19 stairs in this flight.

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Section B: Physical Inclusion

APPROACH: Transportation

APPROACH: ParkingAdirondack Museum

ENTER: EntrancesMain Entrance

ENTER: EntrancesMark W. Potter Education Center

ENTER: EntrancesLive With Wilderness Entrance To Left Of Visitor's Center

ENTER: EntrancesBoats And Boating

ENTER: EntrancesLog Hotel

ENTER: EntrancesRoad And Rail

ENTER: EntrancesRustic Tomorrow

ENTER: EntrancesWoods And Waters

ENTER: EntrancesMerwin Hill Pavilion

ENTER: EntrancesWork In The Woods

ENTER: EntrancesRecreation And Great Outdoors

USE: Registration/Reception/Check-in AreaAgency Registration

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletMen's Visitor Center Restroom

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletWomen's Visitor Center Restroom

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletBathroom Building Men's Restroom

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletBathroom Building Women's Restroom

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletWoods and Water Building Men's Restroom

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletWoods and Water Building Women's Restroom

USE: Elevator(s)Agency Elevator

USE: Stairs

Notes about physical inclusion

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Assessment

Section B: Physical Inclusion

APPROACH: Transportation

APPROACH: ParkingAdirondack Museum

ENTER: EntrancesMain Entrance

ENTER: EntrancesMark W. Potter Education Center

ENTER: EntrancesLive With Wilderness Entrance To Left Of Visitor's Center

ENTER: EntrancesBoats And Boating

ENTER: EntrancesLog Hotel

ENTER: EntrancesRoad And Rail

ENTER: EntrancesRustic Tomorrow

ENTER: EntrancesWoods And Waters

ENTER: EntrancesMerwin Hill Pavilion

ENTER: EntrancesWork In The Woods

ENTER: EntrancesRecreation And Great Outdoors

USE: Registration/Reception/Check-in AreaAgency Registration

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletMen's Visitor Center Restroom

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletWomen's Visitor Center Restroom

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletBathroom Building Men's Restroom

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletBathroom Building Women's Restroom

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletWoods and Water Building Men's Restroom

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletWoods and Water Building Women's Restroom

USE: Elevator(s)Agency Elevator

USE: Stairs

Notes about physical inclusion

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