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Downcutting impacts water resource management
Downcutting is a type of geological erosion. When water moves through a channel at a…
Utility easement rights: Understanding project, legal, and landowner implications
Utility easement rights can be extremely complicated and vary widely among locations. A documented easement…
Wastewater Collection System Design FAQ
Wastewater collection system design is integral to the proper management of a community’s water resource…
Texas GIS Map Guides Planning
A Texas GIS map has many applications when planning, implementing, and maintaining community infrastructure. A…
Floodplain Development Permit Needs
A floodplain development permit is required before any construction or development of any type begins…
Environment Studies and Sustainable Community Planning
Environment studies are imperative for community decision makers. These reports contain empirical data of the…
National Flood Experts Predict Higher Flood Incidents
National flood experts collect and interpret data regarding water movement. These observations have multiple applications…
Water Distribution System FAQs
A water distribution system is a form of infrastructure installed and maintained by a community…
What is a FEMA Floodplain Map?
FEMA floodplain maps are important tools used by communities to analyze potential flood damage by…
What is Civil Engineering?
What is civil engineering, anyway? The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) states, “Civil engineers…
Dam and Levee Safety and Floodplain Risk Analysis
Analysis of dams and levees within the context of adjacent floodplain management and planning is…
What are Phase Construction Services?
What are Phase Construction Services? Phase construction services are project management services provided by an…
Substantial Damage Estimator from FEMA
The FEMA substantial damage estimator is one of the tools used to assess the state…
Facility Condition Assessment Services and Sustainability
Population growth in urban settings creates unique challenges. Community infrastructure systems are undergoing elevated stress.…
Environmental Licenses and Permits For Civil Engineering Projects
Environmental licenses and permits are an essential part of implementing a civil engineering project. The…
What is Environmental Design?
We are constantly striving to find better ways to protect our planet and make a…