From Our Blog - Civil Engineering
Boston Sets New Base Flood Elevation
As part of The City of Boston’s commitment to climate resilience, on September 13, 2021, the Boston Planning & Development Agency (BPDA) approved Article 25A of the Boston Zoning Code. Article 25A provides a new Coastal Flood Resilience (CFR) Zoning Overlay...
Culvert Replacement Using Stream Crossing Design Standards
Roadway culverts silently convey streams, rivers and storm water under roads and highways for many years without much thought from the average roadway user. However, to New Hampshire municipal highway departments, they have been a source of frequent problems....
Pocket Wetlands
Most land development and site improvement projects require stormwater management systems. When an impervious area is added (parking lots, buildings, etc.), it alters the site’s natural drainage by increasing surface runoff and adding pollutants to the drainage...
Asphalt Pavement Evaluation and Management Plan
Timing is everything. Investing in preventative maintenance methods while bituminous/asphalt pavement is still in good condition can save money over the life of the pavement. The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) recommends...
LEED Neighborhood Development: Fast Facts
What is LEED Neighborhood Development? LEED Neighborhood Development (LEED ND) is the US Green Building Council’s (USGBC) newest sector of project certification. LEED ND was created to motivate architects, engineers and planners to help create more sustainable and...
Improving the Flood Resistance of Non-Residential Buildings
The importance of flood-proofing and three options for improving the flood resistance of non-residential buildings.
Prepare Your Site for Winter
It’s that time of year again! If the upcoming winter is going to be anything like last year, now is the time to begin preparing your site for upcoming inclement weather. Snow and ice can make for a treacherous drive or walk through parking lots and sidewalks. Follow...
Innovative Solutions to Wastewater Site Constraints
It is no secret that the lack of prime buildable land has encouraged real estate developers to be "extra creative" when planning new construction and redevelopment projects in recent years. Challenging site constraints such as topography, soil...