Stormwater Design Challenges in Large-Scale Site Development

Excavator and cranes working on a large civil engineering site under development for drainage and stormwater design

When people in North Texas hear that H-E-B is finally coming to town, excitement spreads quickly. But in Sherman, this new retail megasite is more than a shopping milestone—it’s a major civil engineering project. In late September, the city council approved a $12 million plan to improve roads, utilities, and drainage around the Crossroads area […]

Flood Study: $1.7B Water Upgrades Reshape Rules

Water treatment plant expansion showing active flow, highlighting infrastructure upgrades that impact flood study and drainage requirements

Big changes are coming to Plano’s water system, and every developer, project manager, and civil engineer should pay attention. The North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) recently approved a $1.7 billion capital program for 2026, and one of the headline projects is the Wylie Water Treatment Plant IV expansion, set to break ground in October […]

Flood Elevation Survey: Why Every Homeowner Should Care

Licensed surveyor measuring a home’s elevation for a flood elevation certificate

When the recent DFW flood alerts went out in late September, residents were reminded how quickly heavy rain can change daily life. Streets filled, creeks swelled, and neighbors worried about whether water would reach their homes. In moments like these, many people hear the term flood elevation certificate from their insurer, their lender, or even […]