Engineering
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Project Spotlight: San Antonio Riverwalk
- December 5, 2019
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Bridges, Commercial Building, Construction, Engineering, General Construction, Waterways & Dams
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The city of San Antonio considers the Riverwalk one of its most popular tourist attractions. Jerdon Enterprises is proud to have contributed to the construction process. The riverwalk, now complete, welcomes many visitors each year. History The history of the San Antonio Riverwalk spans back to 1536, when Spanish explorer Cabeza de Vaca visited the...
Reasons for Dam Failure
- November 8, 2019
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Construction, Engineering, Waterways & Dams
Dams are structural barriers built to obstruct or control the flow of water into rivers and streams. By controlling water, we are able to create lakes for recreational and municipal use. However, if these impressive structures are not constructed carefully and successfully maintained, the dam could experience catastrophic failure. Exceeded Capacity Dam failure can be...
The Importance of Retention Ponds
- October 11, 2019
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Engineering, Green Building, Parks, Retention Ponds, Waterways & Dams
Growing communities need to divert water from rainstorms. With recent historic floods from Hurricane Harvey and Tropical Storm Imelda, protecting developments from water damage is crucial for Houston and surrounding areas. Basins, also known as retention ponds, collect water and release it slowly to prevent flooding and erosion. The Difference Between Detention and Retention Ponds...
5 Important Playground Design Considerations
- September 27, 2019
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Construction, Engineering, Parks, Playgrounds
Children need a place where they can be creative and active. When designing playgrounds, one must recognize that all children are different and play in unique ways. There are several important considerations when determining playground design. Design for Different Types of Play Each child plays differently. Some children enjoy active play or competitive games, while...
The Benefits of Dams
- August 16, 2019
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Construction, Engineering, Uncategorized, Waterways & Dams
Dams play an important role in infrastructure. According to FEMA, “Dams provide a range of economic, environmental, and social benefits…” Building a dam supports recreation, flood control, water supply, waste management, wildlife habitat and hydroelectric power. Recreation When a dam is built, we are able to control the flow of water. Releasing little water allows...
How Virtual Reality is Shaping the Construction Industry
- July 3, 2019
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Construction, Engineering
New technology continues to change the construction industry. One of the industry’s newest trends, virtual reality, places a user inside a virtual environment. With virtual reality, the construction industry solves old problems and makes it easier to communicate plans. Collaboration Virtual reality allows individuals in the construction industry to share information easily. The software allows...
Civil Engineering
- June 7, 2019
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Construction, Engineering, Uncategorized
Modern society continues to be built and improved by civil engineering. Infrastructure, buildings and urban planning projects are all managed by civil engineers. Jerdon’s team includes qualified civil engineers who ensure a project is completed correctly, quickly and safely. Civil engineering requires a broad skill set. Our employees are experts in project management. They help...