Author Archives: Affinis Corp
KDOT Leverages Mobile LiDAR and Traditional Techniques for US-83 Survey
Posted on Tuesday, April 16th, 2024 by Affinis CorpIn Survey, tagged in
The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) wanted to improve traffic flow on US-83 from the Scott-Finney County line north towards Scott City. To efficiently survey the 8.5-mile stretch, they needed to use a combination of old and new technology. Affinis’s survey group was selected for the project. Our team was asked to perform a full […]
Olathe Tackles Neighborhood Improvements Near Superfund Site
Posted on Tuesday, April 9th, 2024 by Affinis CorpIn Roadway, tagged in
As part of the 2022 Street Reconstruction Program, the City of Olathe, Kansas chose to invest in the Highland Park Neighborhood by replacing deteriorated infrastructure that was beyond maintenance or preservation conditions. Located within the city’s Neighborhood Revitalization Area of historic Original Town, the neighborhood had deteriorated pavement, limited street lighting, and a deficient storm […]
Traffic Study Offers Safe Design Alternatives for KDOT
Posted on Tuesday, February 27th, 2024 by Affinis CorpIn Traffic, tagged in
There were safety concerns at the intersection of US-75 and K-9 in Jackson County, Kansas. Some of these included poor sight distance, near-miss crashes, and difficulty maneuvering through the intersection due to the skew. The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) asked our traffic team to study the area to assess the current state, project future […]
Affinis Co-Workers Drive Plans for 2024
Posted on Tuesday, January 30th, 2024 by Affinis CorpIn Firm News, tagged in
In 2022, we kicked off our 10-year strategic plan, charting the course for the next decade. During the first leg of our journey, we made great strides. In fact, we achieved each of the goals we established for 2023. One of the largest was increasing co-worker engagement. We asked each person to identify how they […]
Precast Structures: What to Consider on Your Next Project
Posted on Tuesday, December 12th, 2023 by Affinis CorpIn Structural, tagged in
Using precast structures, like manholes and junction boxes, on a project can offer several benefits. However, they aren’t the perfect fit for every site. In this article, we share when to use them and what to consider before installation. Precast structures are used a lot because they are often less expensive than cast-in-place and provide […]
Lenexa Protects Homeowners with Stormwater Improvements
Posted on Tuesday, November 21st, 2023 by Affinis CorpIn Stormwater, tagged in
Stormwater lines in a Lenexa neighborhood had not been upgraded since the 1970’s. Some had rusted through and needed to be replaced, so they could perform optimally. The city wanted to add a new system that could handle the increase in capacity needed. Our team was selected to design the project and oversee the construction. […]
Long-Term Partnership with Kansas City Aviation Department Protects Downtown Airport from Flooding
Posted on Tuesday, November 7th, 2023 by Affinis CorpIn Structural, tagged in
The Kansas City Downtown Airport has approximately 50 relief wells on site. Since 2009, our team has been partnering with the Kansas City Aviation Department (KCAD) to replace them as funding is available. We are targeting wells that are no longer performing and those that have collapsed. The first two phases are complete, and the […]
Prairie Village Boosts Walkability on Nall Avenue
Posted on Tuesday, October 31st, 2023 by Affinis CorpIn Roadway, tagged in
The City of Prairie Village, Kansas values the pedestrian network within their community. Their policy states sidewalks should be located on both sides of arterial roadways. This approach completes continuous walking paths that connect neighborhoods and provides convenient access to key amenities, such as parks and schools. The section of Nall Avenue between 79th Street […]
New Sidewalk Provides Safe Route to School for Kansas City, KS Kids
Posted on Tuesday, October 10th, 2023 by Affinis CorpIn Roadway, tagged in
For Kansas City, KS students, Carl B. Bruce Middle School and Bertram Caruthers Elementary School were challenging to reach on foot. The sidewalks were older, missing, and broken in many places. The Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City wanted to create a safe, continuous path for residents. They selected Affinis for their Safe […]
New Pedestrian Bridges Connect Students to Natural Learning Environment with Nearby Trails
Posted on Tuesday, September 26th, 2023 by Affinis CorpIn Structural, tagged in
Blue Valley School District’s (BVSD) Wilderness Science Center provided a unique opportunity for local students. It offered activities in the building, as well as access to nature for enrichment. In the past, students could reach the forest via a trail system. However, the pedestrian trail bridges had been undermined or washed out over the years. […]