ESP takes a practical approach to dam engineering and consulting. We apply appropriate engineering principles to design and rehabilitation, while addressing regulatory requirements and being mindful of our client’s goals, objectives and financial constraints. Our engineers, geologists, geophysicists, and surveyors have abundant experience providing professional services for new and existing dams. Our personnel’s dam
experience range from rehabilitation of low hazard earth dams, to assessing slope stability and seismic stability of ash pond embankments, to consulting on large hydroelectric dams.
Our capabilities for dam projects include the following studies, analyses, and construction
services.
Dam safety inspections
Spillway inspections
Evaluation of alternatives for rehabilitation
Design and permitting for dam rehabilitation
Design and permitting for new dams
Seepage studies
Hydrographic and sediment thickness surveys
Sediment dredging plans and post-dredging surveys
Location surveys for existing structures
Geophysical studies
Slope stability analyses
Seismic stability/liquefaction analyses
Foundation exploration
Soil and rock testing
Concrete testing
Assessment of liner condition
Emergency Action Plans
Hydrology and hydraulics evaluation
Spillway and breach routings
Spillway design and rehabilitation
Construction plans, specifications, and bid documents
Stake-out surveys for construction
Construction observation
Construction testing
As-built plans and documentation