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Integrated Water Planning in Action: Cleburne Builds for Growth and Resilience
Cleburne’s award-winning Integrated Water Plan safeguards the city’s future with an innovative, cost-effective recycling system that boosts capacity, conserves resources, and models One Water principles in action.
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James Naylor
David Jackson
Continue PFAS Compliance Planning — But Keep an Eye on EPA Actions
Learn what the EPA’s latest proposal on PFAS compliance means for water systems and how Freese and Nichols can help as regulations evolve.
Learn MoreSt. Petersburg, Florida’s Odor Control Program Wins Environmental Stewardship Award
Our treatment experts conducted a 12-month area study investigating odor sources and providing strategic recommendations to improve the community’s air quality without using chemicals.
Learn MoreMorgan Lynch
HEC-RAS 2D and InfoWorks ICM Training Expands to Colorado
Freese and Nichols has helped communities across the country apply HEC-RAS 2D and InfoWorks ICM to flood studies, drainage planning and stormwater infrastructure projects. In addition to supporting clients through technical studies and design services, our firm also provides hands-on training that helps agencies and engineers better understand how these models are developed, reviewed and applied in real-world settings.
Learn MoreKrista Melnar
Garrett Johnston
TWDB’s Statewide Base Level Engineering Strengthens Texas’ Flood Resilience
The Texas Water Development Board’s first statewide Base Level Engineering (BLE) modeling and mapping project provides flood hazard data for all 268,000 square miles of the state, laying a strong foundation for enhanced flood preparedness for communities. The project received a Gold Medal at the 2025 American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) Texas Engineering Excellence Awards.
Learn MoreProgram Controls: Keeping Complex Infrastructure Delivery on Track
Program controls help improve coordination, visibility and decision-making across multiple projects. The City of Hickory used this approach to strengthen delivery, reduce bottlenecks and expand community impact.
Learn More(Video) Stream Restoration Protects Levee at Biosolids Facility
See how a nature-based solution to stabilize a riverbank offers better long-term benefits than a traditional approach relying on concrete or gabions.
Learn MoreUnderstanding TWDB’s 2026-27 Flood Infrastructure Funding Plan for Texas
The Texas Water Development Board has released its Draft 2026–2027 Flood Infrastructure Fund plan, offering ~$312 million for flood mitigation projects statewide. Learn what steps to take to position projects for funding eligibility.
Learn MoreNew Water Treatment Plant Designed for Chickasha’s Long-Term Future
The City of Chickasha, Oklahoma is investing in its future with a new water treatment plant designed to deliver reliable, high-quality water for generations to come. The modern, expandable facility will strengthen system resilience, support community growth and provide long-term operational flexibility.
Learn MoreChris Bosco
How Freese and Nichols Is Keeping Pace with AI
Freese and Nichols is focusing on practical applications of AI that enhance decision-making, efficiency and service quality while keeping human judgment at the center.
Learn MoreJames Naylor
David Jackson
EPA’s Fresh Focus on Water Reuse Can Help Boost Supplies
With a new federal emphasis on water reuse, utilities can help maximize their supplies by integrating reuse into their planning, identifying potential new reuse customers and addressing treatment gaps where big industries produce increasing amounts of used water. Learn how Freese and Nichols can assist these efforts.
Learn MoreOklahoma Turnpike Authority Advances Improvements Along Key Oklahoma City Corridor
Ongoing improvements along one of Oklahoma City’s busiest corridors are increasing capacity, enhancing safety and supporting regional growth. Strong collaboration and performance continue to drive more complex work along the John Kilpatrick Turnpike.
Learn MoreKate Burum
Mark Evans
Prepare Now for FEMA’s 2026 BRIC Funding Opportunity
The Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) program funding will soon open and support projects that help communities prepare for, reduce impacts from and recover more quickly after disasters.
Learn MoreWe’ve found that our focus on quality and continuous improvement provides a natural incubator for innovation. Our level of innovation in our project work, client programs and internal processes helps our clients solve their business needs. We see the impact of these innovative techniques through our high client satisfaction scores, repeat business, and our many project awards.
Featured Authors
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Wendy Bonneau
Urban Planning + Design Practice Leader
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Craig Wells
Client Services Leader
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Nina Reins
Water Resources Engineer
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David Jackson
Water/Wastewater Treatment Practice Leader
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Adam Conner
Hydrologist