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Case study: Replacing a Florida levee
August 20, 2026 | Case Studies, Features
The goal was twofold: increase flood protection for residents and provide flexibility in operation of water levels within the Corbett Area.
Geocells preserve Yangtze River slope
May 8, 2026 | Case Studies, Features
The implementation of the Sunliangzhou Lock channel slope and bank protection project represents the pioneering application of a construction technique utilizing high-strength geocell slope surfaces cast with concrete.
Case study: Ocala highway expansion through an active mine
April 15, 2026 | Case Studies, Features
Construction began during a period of heavy rainfall that saturated the subgrade and created weak, rut-prone soils. These soft areas posed significant challenges, especially where the planned route crossed deep fill over a former mining pit. Voids, loose soils and long-term settlement could adversel…
The role of multilinear drainage geocomposites in tailings management
March 23, 2026 | Case Studies, Features
The sheer volume of tailings generated globally, often millions of tons annually, demands storage solutions that are not only safe and environmentally sound but also economically viable.
Geotextiles provide an upgraded recreational field
March 5, 2026 | Case Studies, Features
The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection required that the soil be capped and overlain by a geotextile.
Rehabilitating a Maryland landfill with geosynthetics
February 23, 2026 | Case Studies, Features
In Rockville, Md., the Gude Road Landfill operated from 1964 until 1982, disposing of municipal solid waste. The dumpsite predated modern landfill design regulations, lacking an engineered liner cover system. This led to significant environmental concerns requiring remedial action to meet current re…
Enhancing load-bearing capabilities with woven geosynthetic
February 10, 2026 | Case Studies, Features, IAA
The primary challenge was to develop a cost-effective, durable and practical solution that could support these heavy loads without requiring excessive excavation or material use.
IAA Case Study: Yerba Buena Island
January 21, 2026 | Case Studies, Features
The city of San Francisco and private developers planned a $1.5 billion redevelopment of Yerba Buena Island (YBI) and its adjoining island, Treasure. This required infrastructure improvements, upgrades and slope failure repair to the road—work that was necessary after heavy precipitation in fall 2…
El Maximo: Keep it flowing
December 9, 2025 | Case Studies, Features
To reduce tons of phosphorus and nitrogen headed into Lake Okeechobee in Florida, the El Maximo Ranch Northern Everglades Water Quality Project diverted water for treatment.
IAA case study: Yanting Natural Gas Treatment Facility
November 19, 2025 | Case Studies, Features
The Yanting Natural Gas Treatment Facility project is located in Yanting County, Sichuan Province, China, covering approximately 320 acres. The site includes various zones such as production, auxiliary production, torch and front plant areas, as well as functional spaces like warehouses.