Introduction: Why Dams Are Becoming a Problem Dams have long been a cornerstone of water management, providing benefits like flood control, irrigation, and hydropower. However, as infrastructure ages and environmental priorities shift, dams are increasingly seen as problematic. From safety concerns to ecological impacts, the downsides of maintaining or building new dams are becoming harder […]
Tag: Civil
4 Quick Ways to Prevent Flooding Over Large Areas
Flooding season has become a hot topic in the Red River Valley the past few decades. Since the 100-year floods of ’97 and ’09 (500-year flood in ’97 for Grand Forks, ND), counties have taken some great steps to mitigate flooding. But even with those measures, it seems there are still regions in the valley […]
Overcoming Construction Challenges in Winter
One of the most common questions we get asked is, can construction work continue in winter. It’s a valid question; especially when you live in an area like ours where the months below freezing can sometimes outnumber the months above freezing! The good news is yes! Yes, we can continue construction progress in winter, with […]