What Is Transportation Engineering Exactly?
Civil engineering is one of the largest branches of professional engineering, as well as the oldest. Civil engineers are concerned with the design and maintenance of the built environment. This includes all types of residential, commercial, industrial, and civic structures as well as infrastructure such as roads, bridges, dams, waterways, and beyond. Transportation engineers specialize […]
Designing Accessible Parks and Recreation Spaces for Everyone
Inclusive Engineering: Designing Accessible Parks and Recreation Spaces for Everyone Have you ever been to a park or trail and noticed that the space’s design was not accessible? While this thought may not occur to individuals without disabilities, it is a common realization for those who utilize wheelchairs, strollers, or similar methods for mobility. The […]
Engineering in Cold Climates: The Importance of Designing Projects to Withstand Freezing Temperatures, Ice & Snow
There are several factors that a Civil Engineer must consider during the planning stages of a project. One of the most crucial factors an engineer must take into consideration in any design is the location of the project and that location’s climate. In geographical areas that experience all four seasons, an engineer’s designs must be […]
What is a land survey and when do you need one?
What is a land survey? In its most basic form, a land survey is a report, drawing or map of a parcel (or parcels) of land. It often includes details of a property pertaining to shape, size, boundaries and beyond. Land surveys can vary in detail, but often include precise property measurements taken by a […]
What Is Green Infrastructure and How Does It Benefit Our Planet?
What is green infrastructure? How does it benefit our planet? To understand what green infrastructure is, we must first understand the basics of stormwater management. Broadly, stormwater management is defined as structural and non-structural methods to control runoff from rainwater and snowmelt from directly entering local waterways or sewer systems to reduce flooding and property […]
4 Ways Structural Engineers and Architects Work Together on Projects
Every day we leave our homes, we embark into a world filled with structures and systems designed by professional Structural Engineers and Architects. Each structure or system created – from the bridges we drive on to the buildings we occupy – once began as a “vision” that required the knowledge and skills of both an […]
Inflow & Infiltration (I&I): Identification, Evaluation, & Rehabilitation
The collection, conveyance, and treatment of sanitary sewer flow for a Municipality, Authority, or Sewer Utility Provider can be a costly process. Every gallon of wastewater that enters a sewer system must be transported and treated somewhere. Adding to this expense is Inflow & Infiltration, which increases the volume of wastewater flow that requires conveyance […]
Drones: Breakthrough Technology for the Civil Engineering Industry
Drones are becoming more and more common in many sectors of the economy as they guarantee the fastest and most accurate collection of detailed data. This technology, which is developing at a very fast pace, means that drones have been used for increasingly complex tasks. They have become a crucial tool for the efficient work […]
Redevelopment: Revitalizing Communities from the inside Out
Taking something worn out or old and breathing new life into it is an exciting endeavor. Whether it’s a historic home or a piece of antique furniture, rediscovering the uniqueness of the past can provide a distinct sense of joy and pride. Redeveloping an old construction site often delivers the same kind of satisfaction. Cleaning […]
The Benefits of Roundabouts in Traffic Operations
Has a roundabout or traffic circle recently appeared in your area? You might remember, Pennsylvania’s first roundabout appeared in Richland Township, Bucks County. Designed by Carroll Engineering, it featured a 20-foot-wide concrete apron and connected Old Bethlehem Pike and Station Road. But, what are the benefits of roundabouts? To start, roundabouts improve safety, reduce vehicule speeds […]