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Dams offer essential benefits—providing clean energy, flood protection, recreational opportunities, economic growth, and critical drinking water supplies. Ongoing, expert dam safety inspections and maintenance are essential to safeguard these vital advantages.

At Kleinschmidt, dam safety isn’t just part of what we do; it’s been at the heart of our expertise since 1966. Over the last five years alone, we’ve successfully completed more than 200 dam inspection projects. Our seasoned team of FERC-qualified Independent Consultants brings extensive experience and insight to every inspection, addressing potential risks related to spillways, gates, and structural integrity.

Our dam engineers work closely with you to conduct thorough studies, detailed inspections, and tailored designs that align precisely with your needs and budget. We specialize in cost-effective solutions, giving dam owners like you confidence and peace of mind. With Kleinschmidt, you can trust that even your most complex dam safety challenges are handled by dedicated experts committed to protecting your assets and your community.

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Lake Conestee Dam Restoration Project

In collaboration with the Conestee Nature Preserve and the South Carolina Department of Environmental Services, Kleinschmidt advanced the new dam project through key phases.

Lake Conestee Dam Restoration Project

In collaboration with the Conestee Nature Preserve and the South Carolina Department of Environmental Services, Kleinschmidt advanced the new dam project through key phases.

Hoover Dam Jet Flow Gate Analysis

Steel-Fab, Inc. (Steel-Fab) required hydraulic engineering support to complete a three-dimensional (3D) computational fluid dynamics (CFD) hydraulic modeling analysis of a proposed jet gate that was being designed for the City of Columbia, Ohio’s Hoover Dam.

Hoover Dam Jet Flow Gate Analysis

Steel-Fab, Inc. (Steel-Fab) required hydraulic engineering support to complete a three-dimensional (3D) computational fluid dynamics (CFD) hydraulic modeling analysis of a proposed jet gate that was being designed for the City of Columbia, Ohio’s Hoover Dam.

HEC-RAS Two-Dimensional Professional Education Training

A group of government employees from the Idaho Fish and Game Commission and local engineering consultants in Boise, Idaho requested two-dimensional (2D) hydraulic modeling training using the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Hydrologic Engineering Center’s River Analysis System (HEC-RAS) software.

HEC-RAS Two-Dimensional Professional Education Training

A group of government employees from the Idaho Fish and Game Commission and local engineering consultants in Boise, Idaho requested two-dimensional (2D) hydraulic modeling training using the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Hydrologic Engineering Center’s River Analysis System (HEC-RAS) software.

Bascule Gate Replacement

The client’s original Bascule gate was damaged and became wedged against the abutment plates preventing operation of the gate.

Bascule Gate Replacement

The client’s original Bascule gate was damaged and became wedged against the abutment plates preventing operation of the gate.

FLOW-3D CFD Modeling for Emergency Spillway Design

The original emergency spillway was comprised of a concrete gate structure with stanchion gates and a downstream channel that consisted of an earthen channel covered with vegetation.

FLOW-3D CFD Modeling for Emergency Spillway Design

The original emergency spillway was comprised of a concrete gate structure with stanchion gates and a downstream channel that consisted of an earthen channel covered with vegetation.

Leaburg-Walterville Hydro Development

During a routine safety inspection in October 2018, piping was observed at two sections of the five-mile-long outboard embankment.

Leaburg-Walterville Hydro Development

During a routine safety inspection in October 2018, piping was observed at two sections of the five-mile-long outboard embankment.

Carmen Dam Breach Analysis

EWEB requested a dam breach analysis and inundation mapping for Carmen Dam in support of FERC Part 12 relicensing requirements.

Carmen Dam Breach Analysis

EWEB requested a dam breach analysis and inundation mapping for Carmen Dam in support of FERC Part 12 relicensing requirements.

Hawkinsville Dam Rehabilitation

Alternatives analysis, design, and permitting of selected option

Hawkinsville Dam Rehabilitation

Alternatives analysis, design, and permitting of selected option

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