Creighton Morrison Stadium
Higher Education
The Challenge
Morrison Field at Creighton University faced significant drainage issues due to improper material selection for the synthetic turf field during its initial construction. The existing base drained at a rate of just one inch per hour, far below the twenty inches per hour originally specified. This inadequate drainage led to persistent water retention problems that negatively impacted the field’s performance and durability.
Market
Higher Education
Project Scope
Synthetic turf field removal
Sports field excavation
Laser grading
Sports field drainage installation
Synthetic turf system installation
Site investigation
Drainage performance analysis
Key Facts
Completed in 2011, the project delivered a long-term drainage solution that improved field conditions without interrupting the athletic schedule.
Since the completion of this project, Nemaha has become a trusted partner to Creighton University, completing multiple athletic projects across campus including: the indoor turf field at the Rasmussen Center in 2012, the softball field completed in spring 2025, and the baseball field, scheduled for completion in spring 2026.
Challenge Met
Creighton University turned to Nemaha to resolve the drainage issues that had emerged over time following the field’s original construction. Nemaha collaborated closely with Creighton officials and the design team to develop a cost-effective solution tailored to the field’s specific needs. With Certified Field Builders on staff through the American Sports Builders Association (ASBA), Nemaha applied recognized industry best practices to deliver a durable, high-performing solution tailored to Creighton’s needs. The plan included replacing the existing turf base with properly selected materials to enhance drainage and ensure long-term field sustainability.
Construction was completed during the facility’s off-season to minimize disruptions, with the upgraded field ready for play by early spring.
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