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Pennsylvania officials announced the award of approximately 625 water infrastructure grants worth $320 million for projects around the commonwealth. The money will come through the Commonwealth Financing Authority, with $105.6 million from the PA Small Water and Sewer Program, which helps pay for construction, improvement, expansion or rehabilitation of water supply, sanitary sewer and storm sewer systems, as well as flood control projects. Read the full article on The Construction Broadsheet at https://lnkd.in/gbDBBkdB. Wastewater management systems are a highly complex web of collection and treatment. Stiver Engineering understands the intricacies and can perform environmental engineering services to help design your sanitary sewer, be it for a bustling city or a leafy residential neighborhood. We also help design water lines and stormwater management systems and provide structural design services to wastewater treatment facilities around the country. Learn more about our services at https://lnkd.in/g4wpS2Bk. #stivereng #wastewater #wastewatermanagement #enviromentalengineering

How do you modernize aging, undersized stormwater infrastructure? It’s simple, really – all you have to do is replace 15,000 feet of large-diameter pipes through one of the busiest intersections in an increasingly dense neighborhood, all without disrupting traffic! That may sound far-fetched, but it’s exactly what the City of Aurora accomplished with the Fitzsimons-Peoria Outfall Project. In this article by Caroline Burger and Jim Kriss (Carollo Engineers), and Swirvine Nyirenda(City of Aurora), read how the project used a CMAR delivery method, advanced modeling, and enhanced construction techniques including trenchless technology to finish on-time and under budget – all while keeping stormwater drainage in service and minimizing traffic disruptions! https://ow.ly/EMjS50RaG7K

🌟 Exciting Infrastructure Development in D.C.! 🌟 CBNA and Halmar have been awarded an $819 million contract by DC Water to construct the Potomac River Tunnel, the largest project in the authority's history. This 5.5-mile tunnel is a major component of the Clean Rivers Project, a $2.99 billion initiative aimed at improving water quality in the Anacostia and Potomac Rivers and Rock Creek. 🔹 The PRT will significantly reduce combined sewer overflows (CSOs) to the Potomac River by 93% during typical rainfall years, enhancing water quality and environmental sustainability. 🔹 The 18-foot-diameter tunnel will traverse beneath Georgetown, West Potomac Park, and the National Mall, connecting to the existing Anacostia River Tunnel. 🔹 Timeline: Construction is set to begin in 2024, with completion expected by early 2030. This project not only underscores the importance of sustainable infrastructure but also highlights the commitment to improving the quality of life for residents and preserving natural resources. Kudos to all the teams involved! 👏 https://lnkd.in/eefVhSum #Infrastructure #Sustainability #WaterQuality #Engineering #Construction

Stormwater Management Construction Begins In Lower Bucks: https://hubs.ly/Q02qrwK10 #sedimentcontrol #waterquality #environmentalcompliance #stormwater #stormwatercontrol #erosioncontrol #stormwatermanagement

Much of the nation’s stormwater infrastructure, designed decades to a century ago to prevent floods, can exacerbate flooding during the severe weather events that are increasing around the globe, new research led by U-M CEE demonstrates. The problem lies in traditional planning’s failure to recognize flood connectivity: how surface runoff from driveways, lawns and streets—and the flows in river channels and pipes—are all interlinked. The result is interactions, often unanticipated, between different stormwater systems that can make flooding worse. “When we design, we typically focus on localized solutions,” said Valeriy Ivanov, U-M professor of civil and environmental engineering and co-first author of the study published in Nature Cities. “We have an area of concern, sometimes it’s a single plot of land, or a set of parcels that need to be connected by stormwater infrastructure, and we design specifically for those areas. “But those areas are impacted by flooding that occurs around them, and that means designed stormwater infrastructure may have unintended consequences.” Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ddYsyJXc

Urban expansion and climate change make effective stormwater management crucial for engineers in North America. Given over 80% of Canadians and Americans live in cities, there’s increasing strain on infrastructure. Underground stormwater management systems help engineers address several environmental challenges, including: - Increasing available land for green areas, recreation, and development to create more livable cities - Improving runoff and pollution control, enhancing the quality of urban water bodies - Reducing flood risks during heavy rainfall and extreme weather events Whether you’re a water resources engineer working on a stormwater project or a civil contractor bidding on a project, our stormwater management team can help you. Reach out to myself or any Titan team member, or visit our website to discuss your project needs. #StormwaterManagement #Geosynthetics

The City of Vincent has conducted a thorough investigation of its stormwater drainage infrastructure to evaluate its current condition, serviceability, and capacity to meet current and emerging demands. This process includes system modelling and collaboration with key stakeholders such as the Water Corporation, Main Roads WA, neighbouring local governments, and owners of flood-prone land, drainage easements, or development sites. In addressing stormwater drainage issues and flood risks within its neighbourhoods, the City has been working closely with Talis’ Asset Management team for over a year. In mid-2023, the City of Vincent committed to a comprehensive stormwater drainage data capture project. The primary objective of the project was to drastically improve the quality and completeness of drainage information maintained by the City. Accurate drainage data is essential to inform flood modelling activities and address the flooding hotspots within the stormwater drainage network. It was recognised that essential infrastructure, such as drainage systems, required capital investment in response to changing weather patterns and increased storm frequency. As a result, Talis Consultants were contracted by the City of Vincent to inspect underground drainage assets, validate network connectivity, and assess overall asset condition. The goal was to ensure that the City’s asset registers for stormwater drainage assets were populated with accurate and up-to-date data to support design, maintenance, and capital renewal activities. The assessment, which spanned 15 months, involved extensive data collection and condition rating of all stormwater pits and pipes. This collaborative effort demonstrates the City’s commitment to addressing critical infrastructure needs, ensuring the well-being of its community. This is but one of the many projects Talis have undertaken with the City of Vincent over the years. The Talis Asset Management Team also work with other metro and regional local governments across Australia to deliver strategic long term Infrastructure Asset Planning, incorporating condition and risk assessment, maintenance planning and the development of forward works programs. Reach out to one of our Asset Management Consultants to find out more about what we do, or visit our website for more information https://lnkd.in/db_44nPh #Assets #StormwaterInfrastructure #CityofVincent

It's time for California's cities to address stormwater infrastructure as extreme weather becomes the new normal. See the article below for some good examples on how to do that.

This is an interesting decision... a barrier island community recently voted to remove the requirement for stormwater plans to be prepared by an engineer. Based on the article, the argument appears to be that since it is a barrier island, it will always flood, the town engineer reviews the plans for approval, and builders complained it costs too much. However, these points actually highlight the importance of engineers in ensuring that standards are not compromised and in finding creative solutions for managing stormwater on barrier islands. #stormwatermanagement #civilengineer

Civil Water Projects in the UK: Building a Sustainable Future Civil engineering plays a crucial role in addressing the UK's water infrastructure challenges. Here are some key examples of civil water projects: Reservoirs and Dams: Construction of reservoirs and dams to store water for supply and flood control. Water Treatment Plants: Building and upgrading water treatment facilities to ensure safe and potable water. Wastewater Treatment Plants: Designing and constructing modern wastewater treatment plants to protect the environment. Water Distribution Networks: Expanding and improving water distribution networks to reach remote areas and reduce water losses. Flood Defense Systems: Implementing flood defense measures, such as flood walls, embankments, and drainage channels, to protect communities from flooding.   These civil water projects are essential for ensuring a reliable, sustainable, and resilient water supply in the UK. #CivilEngineering #WaterProjects #UK #Infrastructure #Sustainability #ClimateChange