Memorial Day: Carry the Load

By Eddie Wade, PE “We realize that you may never walk a mile in one of our nation’s heroes’ shoes, but you do have the opportunity to walk alongside them to honor what they’ve done.” This is what I read about “Carry the Load,” a group of people walking from West Point, New York, to Dallas, Texas, to bring recognition … Read More

It was a Dark and Stormy night…

Back when I was engaged in nonpoint source stormwater pollution research, the famous opening line of Bulwer-Lytton’s 19th century novel, “Paul Clifford,” invoked an image different than what the author intended. I imagined that it was raining and nobody was looking. But since then, all of that has changed. It’s still raining, but somebody is looking.

Engineering Chattanooga’s Future

Chattanooga is a perfect place to appreciate all types of engineering. Described as the River City, Scenic City and Gig City, the Tennessee town owes its legacy to engineers.

Aging infrastructure gets legislative attention

Because infrastructure lies underneath the surface, most people only become aware of its necessity when something goes awry. However, a recent bill introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives intends to make it easier to fund much-needed water infrastructure projects.

JOHNSON CITY AWARDS LDA ENGINEERING TWO PROJECTS

LDA Engineering, teaming with Hazen & Sawyer, was recently selected by the City of Johnson City to perform preliminary design work on replacing the interceptor on the Lower Brush Creek sanitary sewer. The firm has also been selected to provide consulting and system support for the City’s sanitary sewer system. “We are excited and proud to once again be chosen … Read More

JOHNSON CITY AWARDS LDA ENGINEERING TWO INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS

LDA Engineering, teaming with Hazen & Sawyer, was recently selected by the City of Johnson City to perform preliminary design work on replacing the interceptor on the Lower Brush Creek sanitary sewer. The firm has also been selected to provide consulting and system support for the City’s sanitary sewer system. “We are excited and proud to once again be chosen … Read More

AMERICAN COUNCIL OF ENGINEERING COMPANIES AWARDS LDA PROJECTS

The American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) of Tennessee has awarded LDA Engineering four Engineering Excellence awards for projects in Tennessee. “We are so honored that the ACEC recognizes our commitment to excellence in our work,” said Jason Brooks, president and CEO of LDA Engineering. “We’re proud of the dedication and creativity of our teams that worked on these projects, … Read More

LAMAR DUNN & ASSOCIATES, INC. ANNOUNCES 2014 BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Tennessee engineering firm Lamar Dunn & Associates, Inc. (LDA Engineering) recently announced the appointment of new board members and the election of officers for its 2014 Board of Directors.   LDA Engineering Vice President Steve Bostic was elected to his first term as chairman for the 2014 board. Bostic is a professional engineer with more than 25 years of experience … Read More