Hydraulics & Hydrology (Drainage)

Designing Resilient Drainage Systems for Flood Mitigation and Water Management

At Huitt-Zollars, we apply advanced hydraulic and hydrological analysis to design drainage systems that protect communities and infrastructure from flooding, erosion, and water damage. Our solutions are designed to enhance stormwater flow, improve water resource management, and support the sustainable development of urban and rural areas.

We use cutting-edge modeling tools to simulate water behavior, design effective drainage networks, and ensure efficient flood mitigation strategies.

Efficient Drainage Solutions for a Resilient Future

Our hydraulics and hydrology services include:

  • Flood Mitigation & Stormwater Drainage Design: Creating systems that prevent flooding, protect infrastructure, and manage stormwater runoff.
  • Hydrological & Hydraulic Modeling: Using advanced software to analyze rainfall patterns, water flow, and system performance for optimized drainage design.
  • Erosion Control & Channel Stabilization: Implementing strategies to protect natural channels, reduce erosion, and stabilize riverbanks and coastal areas.
  • Water Quality & Pollutant Management: Designing drainage systems that address water quality concerns and prevent contamination from entering local waterways.
  • Regulatory Compliance & Permitting: Ensuring drainage systems comply with environmental and local regulations to protect communities and ecosystems.

Our holistic approach to drainage engineering help ensure safe, efficient, and sustainable water management systems that help protect lives, infrastructure, and the environment.

Markets We Serve

Few AE design firms our size understand every major market as intimately as we do. The proof is in our work—from building civic infrastructure to expanding freeways to designing themed amusements. Across every market and region, we immerse ourselves in the fine details—so that wherever your project is, we’re the AE firm clients trust to get it right.
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