The Wilson T. Ballard Company is a consulting engineering firm that has been specializing in the planning and design of public works projects for over seven decades. Our expertise lies in the areas of highways, bridges, transit systems, stormwater and drainage systems, water distribution systems, and sewage collection systems. We take pride in our rich history and our commitment to civil engineering excellence, clients, and the community.
Founded in 1948 by Wilson T. Ballard, Sr., a graduate of Cornell University and a veteran of the Army Engineers Corps, the company began its journey in Baltimore City. Over the years, we have expanded our services, grown our team, and moved to our current location in Owings Mills, Maryland, while also opening a branch office in Shrewsbury, Pennsylvania.
Our team consists of professional engineers, professional transportation planners, certified planners, professional traffic operations engineers, professional surveyors, ecologists, and civil engineering graduates. We are proud of both the challenging assignments we have undertaken and the longevity of our employees, with approximately 48% having been with the Company for more than ten years and 24% for more than 25 years.
Services Offered
We offer a wide range of services that cater to the diverse needs of our clients:
1. *Transportation Engineering*: We provide preliminary and final design services for highways, bridges, and transit systems, including the design of sidewalks, bikeways, and ADA-compliant improvements.
2. *Water Resource Design*: Our expertise includes stormwater and drainage systems, water distribution systems, and sewage collection systems.
3. *Structural Engineering and Inspections*: We offer structural engineering services for various projects, as well as inspections to ensure the safety and integrity of structures.
4. *Utility Engineering*: We provide utility engineering services, including subsurface utility engineering, to ensure the effective planning, design, and management of utility infrastructure.
5. *Traffic Engineering*: Our traffic engineering services include signing, marking, and signalization design, as well as traffic studies.
6. *Transportation and Transit Planning and Preliminary Design*: We assist clients with transportation and transit planning, as well as preliminary design services.
7. *Environmental Services*: Our environmental services include the preparation of environmental documents, coordination with regulatory agencies, public involvement, noise and air quality studies, hydrologic/hydraulic studies, natural environmental studies including wetland delineation and impact mitigation, and geotechnical and foundation analyses.
8. *Land and Property Surveys, Right of Way Plats*: We offer field surveys and the preparation of right of way plats.
9. *Town Engineer services*: We provide engineering services for towns, ensuring the efficient and sustainable development of urban areas.
Notable Projects
Throughout our history, we have been involved in numerous notable projects, including:
- I-895/Baltimore Harbor Tunnel Toll Plaza
- Gas House Pike Bridge Replacement
- US 40 Dual Highway Sidewalks (2017-2020)
- North Avenue Rising (2017-2020)
- Baden Naylor Road Bridge Replacement
- Intercounty Connector (ICC)
- Takoma Langley Crossroads Transit Center
These projects highlight our expertise and commitment to delivering high-quality engineering solutions.
Overview
The reviews consist of a single review from Alex Andreadis, giving a 5-star rating to the Civil Engineering Consultants. The review highlights the firm's specialization in highways and related structures, surveying, environmental studies, and utilities.
Services
The review emphasizes the firm's expertise in various services, including:
- Highways and Related Structures: The firm has extensive experience in designing and constructing highways and related structures, demonstrating their expertise in this area.
Surveying and Environmental Studies
The review also mentions the firm's capabilities in:
- Surveying: The firm is well-equipped to handle various surveying tasks, ensuring accurate and reliable results.
- Environmental Studies: The firm's expertise in environmental studies allows them to assess and mitigate the environmental impact of their projects.
Utilities
The review notes the firm's involvement in utilities-related projects, showcasing their ability to handle a wide range of tasks.
