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Battling The Summer Heat
- August 26, 2021
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Civil Engineering, Commercial Building, Construction, Engineering, General Construction, Projects, Safety, Severe Weather, technology, Uncategorized
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Many construction companies are battling the summer heat, but the difference now compared to previous years is the unusually high temperatures in areas that have been previously cooler than reported this year. The Pacific Northwest experienced temperatures skyrocket and break multiple records. The thermometer soared to 115 degrees Fahrenheit in Portland and 108 degrees Fahrenheit…
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 Functions and Advantages of Retention Ponds
- October 25, 2018
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Waterways & Dams
As communities grow, a plan for diverting water becomes increasingly necessary. Storm water runoff can overwhelm city sewers and can potentially damage local streams and rivers through erosion. Handling the storm water near its source can eliminate community future costly repairs due to erosion or flooding. Retention ponds are used as a storm water control...