Structural
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 […]
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 […]
Affinis Named One of MoDOT Bridge Engineering Assistance Program Partners
Posted on Tuesday, September 26th, 2023 by Lane OdleIn Structural, tagged in
What is the Bridge Engineering Assistance Program? The Bridge Engineering Assistance Program (BEAP) is a way for local public agencies to get some limited engineering assistance to deal with emergency issues that they may encounter on their bridges. As part of this program, Affinis is excited to work with Missouri cities and counties to help […]
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. […]
NRCS Assesses 20 Watershed Sites to Meet Oklahoma Dam Requirements
Posted on Monday, April 24th, 2023 by Affinis CorpIn Stormwater, Structural, tagged in
In Oklahoma, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) had several dam sites that were constructed in the 1960’s. At that time, they were built to meet low-hazard requirements, as there was no development downstream. However, since that time, development has increased downstream, and the structures need to meet the criteria for […]
KDOT Improves Safety and Extends the Life of K-10 with Repairs
Posted on Wednesday, January 25th, 2023 by Affinis CorpIn Structural, tagged in
The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) has a program which sets aside money every year for bridge repairs. They knew the 50-year-old bridge over the Wakarusa River on K-10 needed to be repaired. This busy roadway serves the growing communities of Lawrence, DeSoto, and southern Johnson County. KDOT selected Affinis for the K-10 Set Aside […]
NRCS Increases Safety with Dam Rehabilitation Project
Posted on Wednesday, September 28th, 2022 by Affinis CorpIn Structural, tagged in
Boiling Springs 1 is an existing dam structure that was constructed in 1973 in Latimer County, Oklahoma. It has operated for 45 of its 50-year design life. This site was originally designed as a low hazard structure. However, it has since been re-classified as a high hazard due to downstream development. To increase safety for […]
4 Tested Strategies for Maintaining Lakes and Dams
Posted on Tuesday, July 20th, 2021 by Affinis CorpIn Structural, tagged in
Performing routine assessments is critical to maintaining the integrity of dams and lakes. Catching issues early increases safety for those in the area and often translates to a lower project cost. For more than three decades, we’ve conducted these checks and have developed a list of four key takeaways. You’ll find each one below. Conduct […]
Relief Well Maintenance
Posted on Wednesday, October 19th, 2016 by Affinis CorpIn Structural, tagged in Tags: dams, levees, maintenance, relief wells, usace
Relief wells are constructed to provide pressure relief caused by floodwaters at the landward toe of the levee. Excessive pressure at the landward toe of a levee can cause sand boils to develop. When this occurs, levee material moves (called piping). If enough material is piped from the foundation, a direct path can be created, […]
Periodic Levee Inspections
Posted on Thursday, August 13th, 2015 by Affinis CorpIn Structural, tagged in Tags: federal work, inspection, levee, usace
Periodic levee inspections are critical to maintaining a safe, effective system for flood damage reduction. Over the last five years, we’ve worked on a number of these projects. In fact, we recently completed our fourth task order for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Omaha District as part of our nationwide dam and levee […]