To ensure residents have access to services and information, Bellevue has operated “Mini City Hall” at the Crossroads Shopping Center. This location is a fully-equipped satellite office, specializing in personalized customer services and outreach to Bellevue’s diverse population. Services are provided in eight languages and staff are available to provide information and assistance to visitors […]
University Department: Engineering
Transportation Infrastructure Impacts of Frac Sand Mining Industry
To estimate the impacts and maintenance costs of the frac sand mining industry on roads and bridges, transportation engineering faculty and students reviewed literature on similar case studies, evaluated the properties of the materials of pavement materials, and used design software to analyze the impacts of increased truck traffic for Winneshiek County. Read the final […]
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Lowering Phosphorus Levels in Browntown
The WI DNR has changed legislation regarding phosphorus levels in municipal wastewater. The change, lowering standards from 4.8 mg/L to 0.075mg/L, created noncompliance issues for the Browntown, WI municipal wastewater treatment facility. The system operator, Rob, has emphasized that any changes to the system must comply with the city’s public budget of $270,000 (for all […]
Boone County Shelter Design at Forney’s Point
The shelter, designed by Civil & Environmental Engineering students, will be located at Forney’s Point in the Don Williams Recreation Area when constructed. The proposed design will add a unique and exclusive area intended for social gatherings to an otherwise underutilized area in the park. In addition to the overlook pavilion, a new roadway and […]
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Wind Energy Recommendations for Juda School District
The objective of this assessment was to provide the Juda School District, a small school district located in southern Wisconsin, with a sustainability analysis of installing a wind turbine. Considering the effect and impact of climate change, using more clean and renewable energy is a goal of the Juda School District. To get a better […]
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Boone County Amphitheater Engineering & Design
The natural amphitheater was designed and set in campground C of the Don Williams Recreation Area. The design incorporates the sloping topography of the location and uses native Iowan materials, such as natural stones and oak wood. The amphitheater stage is open with little to zero shade to provide natural lighting to the persons performing […]
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Rooftop Garden Design
The goal of this project was for senior engineering students to provide structural reviews, specifications, and recommendations for developing a community garden on the parking garage site. The project created a report, structural analysis and designs for rooftop garden, and a poster. Read the final student report delivered to the local gov/community partner. Iowa Initiative […]
Boone County Fish Barrier Design
The Don Williams Lake Spillway Fish Barrier Project will help to maximize stocking efforts by retaining stocked fish, preventing invasive species from migrating into the lake, and improve overall lake quality. This project, completed by University of Iowa students, will make Don Williams Lake a more attractive destination for fishing and recreation, bringing in more […]
South Campus Neighborhood Project Advanced Design
Suggested alternatives to the problems involved with the south side of Chico. Problem Definition 4th and Orange Street runs 2 blocks south of Chico State University campus and is a popular route for traffic, pedestrians, and bicyclists. This location is also next to the city of Chico train station attracting more bus, vehicle, pedestrian, and […]
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Southbridge Industrial Park Utility and Drainage Improvements
Students in the Civil & Environmental Engineering program conducted a project that provided water utility improvements, future sanitary sewer projects, stormwater management, water quality, and flood protection in the Southbridge Industrial Park in Sioux City, IA to support its growth and the attraction of new industries to the area. Read the final student report delivered […]
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