Civil Engineering History and the Baltimore Beltway
More than 44 years ago the Francis Scott Key Bridge was officially completed and became an engineering marvel. This famous…
Hydrology vs Hydraulics
Hydrology and hydraulics are tools that make up hydrodynamics which is what a water resource engineer uses to understand fluids…
One Water. Solved.
Environmental engineers face four major water resource management challenges in Texas. If these challenges are not overcome Texas will experience…
Effects of COVID on the Civil Engineering Industry
We are now more than one year into the coronavirus pandemic, and engineers are feeling the effects on their industry…
ASCE Texas Section Infrastructure Report Card
Every four years the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) evaluates the infrastructure of Texas. Their findings are shared in…
5 Core Foundations
O’Brien Engineering, Inc. (OEI) is committed to five core foundations that define our reputation and our future. We strive as…
OEI Certified Floodplain Managers Partner with FEMA
O’Brien Engineering is a recognized expert partner with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Our team serves FEMA directly in…
New Product will Improve Environmental Engineering Material Options
The ASCE Innovation Contest recently recognized three childhood friends for their development of a cement substitute. Jacob Kumpon, Jack Lamuraglia,…
Fort Worth Corp of Engineers Seeks New Options in Sustainability Mission
The Fort Worth Corp of Engineers works with the greater U.S. Army Corp of Engineers to increase sustainability and innovation…
Construction Administration Ensures Pay-as-you-go Plan Success
The Build Houston Forward Initiative is a voter approved pay-as-you-go plan focused on rebuilding drainage systems and street infrastructure in…