Author: ayres

A Proactive Program at Work: Investing in Dam Repairs Averts Crisis

Dams are an integral part of our lives, providing recreational opportunities, power generation, flood control, wildlife habitat, and other important functions. More than 2,100 high-hazard-potential dams are operating in the United States, as reported in the American Society of Civil Engineers’ 2017 Infrastructure Report Card. Their failure could result in the loss of life for… Read More »

Best Management Practices for Stormwater Runoff Facilities: Detention vs. Retention

April showers bring more than May flowers. Snow melt and springtime rains also bring stormwater runoff pains. Why is stormwater runoff a problem? Stormwater runoff impacts two areas: water quantity and water quality. When vegetative surface cover is replaced with streets and buildings, the rate of stormwater runoff, which starts as precipitation (rain, sleet, and… Read More »

WLIA Recognizes Derringer for Outstanding Contribution

The Wisconsin Land Information Association has awarded its 2019 Outstanding Contribution Award to Adam Derringer, GISP. Derringer is a project manager in our aerial mapping group. The Outstanding Contribution Award is given to an individual or organization that has made a substantial contribution to WLIA activities or the Wisconsin Land Information Program. Derringer has been… Read More »