Business Details
25 Years
experience
Expert Structural Engineering for Hydraulic, Civil & Building Projects
Founded in 2001, SM&RC Structural Engineers specializes in delivering high-quality structural designs for water resource firms, architects, and owners. Our team collaborates closely with clients to create safe, durable structures that align with both design intentions and long-term operational goals. With expertise in hydraulic, civil, and building structures, we prioritize detailed design documentation and active participation throughout project lifecycles.Our engineers bring decades of experience in complex projects, including dams, treatment plants, and seismic-resistant designs. We emphasize innovation, technical precision, and client collaboration to ensure successful project outcomes.
Services
Structural Design
Hydraulic Structures
Civil Engineering
Construction Management
Seismic Analysis
Concrete Mix Design
Retrofit Solutions
Pipeline Support
Building Engineering
NDT Testing
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We specialize in hydraulic structure design with ACI 350 expertise
- Our team includes engineers with 30+ years of dam and seismic design experience
- We provide full lifecycle project collaboration from design to completion
- Our staff holds multiple state Professional Engineer certifications
- We offer specialized analysis for dynamic loads in hydroelectric facilities
Services
Hydraulic Structures
Specialized design of dams, treatment plants, and canal structures using ACI 350 standards. Our engineers address hydraulic loads, coating requirements, and stability analysis for long-term durability in challenging environments. Projects include spillways, penstocks, and pump stations.
Seismic Analysis
Advanced seismic evaluation and design for structures in high-risk regions. Utilizing dynamic modeling software, we ensure compliance with safety standards for dams, buildings, and industrial facilities subjected to seismic activity.
Concrete Mix Design
Custom concrete formulation for hydraulic and civil structures. Our designs optimize durability, strength, and environmental resistance, tailored to specific project conditions like chemical exposure and temperature variations.
Construction Management
Comprehensive construction phase services including bid support, cost estimating, and field inspections. We ensure design intent alignment throughout project execution while addressing real-time challenges.
Retrofit Solutions
Assessment and rehabilitation of existing structures using advanced techniques like post-tensioning and fiber-reinforced composites. Our solutions extend service life while meeting modern safety and performance standards.
People
David Blanchette
Principal Engineer
Founder with 35+ years of experience in dam and mining structure design. Expert in FERC inspections and dynamic load analysis for hydroelectric facilities. Holds PE licenses in 8 states.
Jeff Blanchette
Senior Structural Engineer
Specializes in seismic design and post-tensioned concrete. Experienced in finite element analysis for complex structures. Licensed as PE in four states and structural engineer in Nevada.
Jerry Isler
Senior Structural Engineer
30-year veteran in water/wastewater facility design. Extensive experience with pipeline projects and civil structures. Licensed PE in Colorado with focus on municipal infrastructure.
Questions
What engineering specialties does SM&RC offer?
We specialize in hydraulic structures, seismic analysis, concrete design, and retrofit solutions for dams, treatment plants, and civil infrastructure.
Do you work on residential building projects?
Yes, we provide structural design for single-family homes and multifamily residential buildings alongside commercial projects.
Are your engineers licensed in multiple states?
Our team holds PE licenses in 12 states including CO, CA, TX, and NY, with additional seismic and structural certifications.
How do you handle complex project challenges?
We employ advanced modeling software and collaborate across disciplines to develop innovative solutions for dynamic loads and unique structural requirements.
What construction phase services do you provide?
We offer bid support, cost estimating, field inspections, and construction management to ensure design compliance throughout project execution.
