Wehr Nature Center | Inclusive Rec Database

Section B: Physical Inclusion

APPROACH: Transportation

Does transportation serve area or facility?

Yes

If yes, type of transportation available:

Public

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

Yes

Comments/additional information about transportation:

Transit Plus provides transportation services to people who are unable to use Milwaukee County buses and are found eligible for paratransit services. To become eligible for Transit Plus applicants must provide medical documentation and schedule an in-person assessment at their facilities located at 1942 N. 17th Street. For more information phone: 414-343-1700 (voice), 414-343-1704 (TTY) or visit the Transit Plus website.

APPROACH: ParkingMain Parking Lot

Type of parking assessed:

(If both are present, assess the agency parking)

Agency

Parking spaces are:

Lined

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)

5 spaces

Width of designated accessible spaces:

100 inches

Number of designated accessible spaces with access aisles:

4 spaces

Width of access aisles:

60 inches

Distance from parking to entrance:

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

246 feet

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

Yes

Is the route of travel well-lit?

Yes

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

asphalt, pavers

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

7 %

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

81 inches

Comments/additional information about parking and route of travel to entrance:

Accessible parking is available in the marked spaces closest to the nature center building. There are two spots on the first side of the lot and three spots directly across.

ENTER: EntrancesMain Entrance

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

Yes

Are there stairs to gain entry?

Step count

0 stairs

Is a ramp provided?

N/A

Type of door:

Automatic

Are there doors in a series to gain entry?

Yes

If yes, distance between doors:

112 inches

Clear open width of door:

32 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:

53 inches

Comments/additional information about entrance:

Front entrance is currently the only accessible entrance. During events and good weather days several other doors are propped open and allow for accessible entry to reach the front desk.

USE: Registration/Reception/Check-in AreaFront Desk

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

Yes

Is the route of travel well-lt?

Yes

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

slate, rubber mat

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

0 %

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

64 inches

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

Yes

Height of counter:

40 inches

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

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

Yes

Is signage clear in registration area?

(word, picture, and Braille or raised lettering)

Yes

Comments/additional information about reception/registration/check-in area:

Front desk is marked with large "Admissions" sign. The area stands out front the rest of the building as its walls are painted bright green.

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletWomen'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?

Yes

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

slate, rubber mat, tile

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

0 %

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

46 inches

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

Opening force of door:

(enter 0 pounds if automatic door)

11 pounds

Handle type entering:

Push plate

Handle type exiting:

Pull

Clear space on pull (handle) side of door:

34 inches

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

Is the toilet area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering?

(60" circle)

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

70 inches x 36 inches

Is the center line of the toilet positioned 16"-18" from the nearest side wall?

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

Yes

Number of grab bars:

2 bars

Toilet seat height:

17 inches

Is the sink area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering?

Yes

Height of sink:

33 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:

Sink

Location of hand dryer/paper towels:

Wall

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

45 inches

Comments/additional information about public restroom/toilet:

Wehr Nature Center is current raising funds for accessible bathroom renovations. The doors are are not automatic but can be propped open upon request.

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletMen'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?

Yes

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

slate, rubber mat, tile

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

0 %

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

46 inches

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)

11 pounds

Handle type entering:

Push plate

Handle type exiting:

Pull

Clear space on pull (handle) side of door:

36 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:

62 inches x 32 inches

Is the center line of the toilet positioned 16"-18" from the nearest side wall?

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

Yes

Number of grab bars:

2 bars

Toilet seat height:

17 inches

Is the sink area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering?

Yes

Height of sink:

33 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:

Sink

Location of hand dryer/paper towels:

Wall

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

45 inches

Comments/additional information about public restroom/toilet:

Wehr Nature Center is current raising funds for accessible bathroom renovations. The doors are are not automatic but can be propped open upon request.

USE: Elevator(s)

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

N/A

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

N/A

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

None

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

N/A

Is the elevator well-lit?

N/A

USE: Stairs

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

N/A

Is lit

N/A

Has edge markings

N/A

Has handrail

N/A

Notes about physical inclusion

Any additional information about physical accessibility you feel would be helpful to people with disabilities and their families

Wehr Nature Center is consistently working to increase physical accessibility. As this is an ongoing project that is moving along at a substantial pace, the staff suggests to check back for updates regularly. Please contact Emily Brown, Accessibility & Inclusion Coordinator, with any questions or needed accommodations.

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Assessment

Section B: Physical Inclusion

APPROACH: Transportation

APPROACH: ParkingMain Parking Lot

ENTER: EntrancesMain Entrance

USE: Registration/Reception/Check-in AreaFront Desk

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletWomen's Restroom

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletMen's Restroom

USE: Elevator(s)

USE: Stairs

Notes about physical inclusion

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Assessment

Section B: Physical Inclusion

APPROACH: Transportation

APPROACH: ParkingMain Parking Lot

ENTER: EntrancesMain Entrance

USE: Registration/Reception/Check-in AreaFront Desk

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletWomen's Restroom

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletMen's Restroom

USE: Elevator(s)

USE: Stairs

Notes about physical inclusion

Wehr Nature Center
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