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Dam liners FAQs

What Is A Dam Liner? A dam liner is an anti-seepage layer used in a dam, reservoir, or other hydraulic structure, usually between the dam structure and a groundwater source. Its main function is to prevent water from seeping into the soil or rock, thereby reducing the risk of dam leakage and soil erosion. Dam liners are usually made of polyethylene (HDPE) material, which has good flexibility and ...

It’s a Great Time for Water Reuse in the US

Water reuse offers a sustainable solution for building climate resilience and water security, while maintaining the environmental integrity of freshwater systems As water scarcity becomes more and ...

Stantec awarded contract to provide suite of architectural and engineering services to USBR

Stantec, a global leader in sustainable design and engineering, has been awarded a five-year indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract to provide a full suite of architectural, engineering, professional, and technical services ...

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Geotechnical Data Loggers

Advanced design and technology plus 25 years of geotechnical expertise have produced the dataTaker DT85GM GeoLogger – A versatile, powerful – yet low power & cost effective data logger. It support vibrating wire and other geotechnical sensors such as Slope Indicator, RST Instruments, Geokon, Soil Instruments, Roctest, AGI – Applied Geomechanics Inc. DT85GM is also capable to ...

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Dam Removal: Design, Planning, and Implementation

In the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, signed into law in November 2021, there is $800 million for dam removal. With the growing awareness and funding in the United States and other areas of the world, such as Europe, this dam safety compliance and ecosystem restoration approach will increase the demand for professionals knowledgeable about this type of project. Decommissioning these ...