“Falls Edge Glass Walkway” Receives 2026 ACEC-Ohio Honor Award

Nelson-Kennedy Ledges State Park’s Newest Amenity Provides Dramatic Views

On February 19th, at its Annual Engineering Excellence Awards Luncheon in Dublin, Ohio, the Ohio Chapter of the American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC-OH) presented OHM Advisors and the Ohio Department of Natural Resources with a 2026 Honor Award for their contributions to the Nelson-Kennedy Ledges State Park Falls Edge Glass Walkway.

The Falls Edge Glass Walkway offers visitors to Nelson-Kennedy Ledges State Park unparalleled views of stunning rock formations, a waterfall, and gorge—all while preserving the sensitive natural environment. The site’s rugged terrain and remote location required the use of advanced 3D visualization tools like laser scanning to provide precise data on the site’s geology and other features that traditional surveying methods could not provide.

Since opening in May of 2025, the park has increased park visitation exponentially. This project illustrates how surveying technology and engineering creativity can advance environmental stewardship and community benefits. It’s an example of what can be achieved when technology meets thoughtful design. Congratulations to all involved with this impactful project!

To see photos and read more about this award-winning project and team, click here.

About ACEC Ohio and the Ohio Engineering Excellence Awards
The American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) of Ohio serves the unique needs of engineering companies by advocating for their interests, providing business resources, and fostering growth across the industry. The Engineering Excellence Awards Competition is an annual program that brings well-deserved public recognition to Ohio's engineering industry by spotlighting engineering projects that demonstrate a high degree of uniqueness, ingenuity, and value.

About OHM Advisors
OHM Advisors is the community advancement firm, delivering award-winning work across the architecture, engineering and planning spheres. Founded in 1962, we believe in the power of multidisciplinary teamwork to find ideas that aren’t just different—they are better. Recognized as an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm, our 800+ person team operates across multiple states throughout the U.S., partnering with leaders at all government levels, school districts, developers, universities and private companies to create great places for people.