Dam and Levee Safety and Floodplain Risk Analysis
Analysis of dams and levees within the context of adjacent floodplain management and planning is a practice that evolves over time. With more information about past structure failures, industry experts are able to use current trends and technologies to create better processes increasing structure viability and safety. FEMA Dam and Levee Safety Analysis In 2013, […]
What are Phase Construction Services?
What are Phase Construction Services? Phase construction services are project management services provided by an expert to ensure each step or phase of a project is properly completed. Each phase of a construction project takes specific skills to coordinate while ensuring a quality end product that aligns with regulations and stakeholder expectations. 5 Steps of […]
Substantial Damage Estimator from FEMA
The FEMA substantial damage estimator is one of the tools used to assess the state of structures after a flood. Community planners must coordinate with many levels of government in order to provide protection against flooding and recovery plans to mitigate damage if a flooding event occurs. In order to be eligible for flood insurance […]
Facility Condition Assessment Services and Sustainability
Population growth in urban settings creates unique challenges. Community infrastructure systems are undergoing elevated stress. These stresses increase the urgency for community planners to evaluate and plan for future generations. Facility condition assessment services are needed to aid planners in making informed decisions. The ability to properly evaluate the state of infrastructure greatly impacts the level […]
Environmental Licenses and Permits For Civil Engineering Projects
Environmental licenses and permits are an essential part of implementing a civil engineering project. The majority of work done by a civil engineer takes place outside, so each project has a unique impact on the environment. This includes equipment impact during the construction phase and lasting impact of the completed project. What is the difference […]
What is Environmental Design?
We are constantly striving to find better ways to protect our planet and make a positive impact on our future generations. What is environmental design’s role in that process when applied by the engineering industry? Environmental design creates spaces that enhance or preserve natural aspects of a designated area. These designs are also integrated into […]
FEMA Floodplain Maps and Community Planning
Community planners, business representatives, and citizens are all at risk due to the unpredictability of floods. Tools such as FEMA floodplain maps are an integral part of risk reduction and land use decisions. What are FEMA Floodplain Maps? A floodplain map shows the boundaries of a flood zone. The ultimate goal of these types of […]
What Do Civil Engineers Do?
Many of the things we take for granted in our daily lives involve engineers. From the buildings where we work and live to the streets that get us to and from these places, engineers play an important part in the design, creation, and maintenance of almost everything. There are many different disciplines of engineering. Many of […]
Facility Condition Assessment and Dam Rehabilitation Projects
The goal of a facility condition assessment is to analyze the condition of a facility or piece of infrastructure. The condition determines the level of safety and function. Facility condition assessments are done by skilled professionals such as architects and engineers. Data is collected, analyzed, and used to create comprehensive plans for maintenance and dam […]
Water Study and Community Planning
A water study provides detailed information on current water resource conditions and makes suggestions for maintenance or repair. These studies provide solutions to challenges such as water quality and availability. The need for communities to plan sustainable solutions for future generations is essential. These types of studies help community leaders make decisions that impact citizens […]