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Inside the Flood Fight, Part 3: Many Variables Make Flexibility Key
Experience and technology help Moore’s water resources engineers predict what is likely to happen during a flood event. Yet, every flood event is different. There are many reasons for this, and this final installment of “Inside the Flood Fight” (see part 1 and part 2) explores some of the variables that make flexibility a key … Read More
Moore Engineering Supports Bemidji Carnegie Library
Moore Engineering recently made a donation to the Friends of the Carnegie on behalf of the restoration of Bemidji’s historic Carnegie library. Rich Slagle, Moore Engineering’s Community and Client Development Manager, presented Suzanne Liapis, President of the Friends of the Carnegie, with a check for the Library. Says Slagle, “Moore Engineering is committed to giving back … Read More
Inside the Flood Fight, Part 2: Spring Conditions Prompt Action
After a winter of monitoring moisture conditions and preparing as much as possible [see Part 1], area water experts have a pretty decent idea whether there is reason for concern when the spring melt begins. This edition of Inside the Flood Fight, part two of three, explains how Moore’s water resources engineers experts go to … Read More
Inside the Flood Fight, Part 1: Preparations Begin Well in Advance
Spring waters are receding in the Red River Valley after reminding us all of the potential for catastrophic flooding. Some areas were impacted more than others, but for the most part, the preparations made since the last event several years ago seem to have been a big improvement in averting risk. This blog is the … Read More
Drainage and Watershed Timing in the Red River Basin
The following article was originally published in North Dakota Water magazine’s March 2019 issue. The relationship between surface drainage and flooding is often misunderstood. Logic would dictate that drains move water and therefore cause floods. As with most any water-related topic, reality is far more complex. The purpose of this article is to explain the … Read More
2019 Spring Flooding: Resources and Links
Wondering where to get the latest flood information in your area? You’re in luck! We have curated the following list of resources and links to keep the people we serve informed of this year’s flood fight. Note: This list will be updated as needed on an ongoing basis during the 2019 spring flooding season or as … Read More
Moore Engineering and its employees donate to Churches United
FARGO, N.D. – Moore Engineering and its employees donated $11,880 to Churches United for the Homeless in advance of Giving Hearts Day. The money was contributed by employees at Moore Engineering’s annual gathering earlier this year, and then matched by the company. Pastor Sue Koesterman, Executive Director at Churches United for the Homeless said, “The … Read More
Lysne named ACEC 2018 Young Professional of the Year
Kurt Lysne received another big honor this month when he was named a 2018 Young Professional of the Year by the American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC). He is one of five recipients nationwide. According to ACEC, “The Young Professional of the Year Award strives to promote the accomplishments of young engineers by highlighting their engineering contributions … Read More
Kevin Bucholz named Moore Engineering president
Jeffry Volk, president and CEO of Moore Engineering, Inc., announced today that Kevin Bucholz will take over as president of the company effective July 1, 2018. Volk will remain CEO, focusing on corporate governance, strategic alliances, managing the ESOP and growth opportunities. “Kevin has been a key member of the Moore team for over 30 … Read More
High Hopes and Tall Orders: Water towers are more than city landmarks
The duty of a water tower stretches far beyond serving as a city landmark. At the very simplest, elevated water tanks safely store treated water until it’s needed. But have you ever thought about the shape of your city’s water tower? Do you know its capacity, or what happens in an emergency like a fire, … Read More