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Elevated Storage Tank Raises Innovation to New Heights

2011

The Town of Addison’s new elevated storage tank is a first-of-its-kind project for Freese and Nichols and the tank industry. The design incorporates wind turbines on top of the tank. The...

Pedestrian Bridge Creates New Landmark

2011

The project’s unique conditions led the team to select an elegant arch-supported stress-ribbon bridge, which incorporates an extremely thin profile with high structural efficiency. The...

Dewatering System Solves Emergency Need

2011

After researching various dewatering systems, the team proposed an innovative design integrating a curved steel track mounted to a vertical concrete pier with a series of hollow steel stoplogs...

Bridging the Gap Between Historical Data and Future Improvements

2011

As part of the project, the Freese and Nichols team drafted a Filter Process Control Narrative in addition to the Filter Assessment Report. The narrative will establish an enhanced Standard...

Hydraulic Modeling Provides Dynamic Solution Across Disciplines

2011

For this project, we completed an evaluation of the plant using dynamic hydraulic modeling. The team created a dynamic model in InfoWorks CS, which allowed for modeling varying flow rates to match...

Cutting-Edge Combination of Microtunnel and Circular Sump Delivers Multiple Benefits

2011

A circular design can be built faster with a smaller footprint on the project site. In addition, it can be constructed on shore without a coffer dam or wing walls. The concept has been successful...

Resourceful Study Provides Trend Analysis of Historical Data

2011

While there are many theories about the causes of reservoir inflow decline, no comprehensive analysis existed on the potential causes of the decline. Our team used an unique approach to assess...

Campus Master Plan Integrates Design Charettes, 3D Renderings

2011

The plan also includes options for a sixth campus, detailed cost estimates, conceptual plans, 3D renderings and a computer-animated build-out of campus improvements. To help stakeholders visualize...

Project Bidding Expands to the Virtual World

2011

For the Parker County Transportation Bond Program, electronic bidding using an online software program called e-Builder was implemented. This allows for easy posting of addendums and questions, as...

Bioretention Design Creates Sustainable Roadway and Stormwater Solutions

2011

The project also includes moisture-treated subgrade underneath the pavement to reduce potential pavement movement and a “treatment train” drainage method. The treatment train system...

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