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Hydraulic Modeling & Master Planning

As populations grow and regulations evolve, water utilities face increasing pressure to deliver reliable services that safeguard public health and the environment. Comprehensive master plans help utilities address these challenges while planning for future demand. These plans establish a system-wide strategy for water supply, wastewater, and water reuse capital improvements. Carollo Engineers collaborates with clients to craft master plans that are both financially viable and technically robust. By leveraging innovative hydraulic modeling and a deep understanding of complex system dynamics, we provide the tools and insights necessary to guide sustainable infrastructure investments.

Comprehensive and integrated planning expertise:
  • One Water plans
  • Water master plans
  • Wastewater master plans
  • Water systems plan updates
  • Water delivery comprehensive system assessments and updates
  • Wastewater collection system master plans
  • Integrated water resources master plans
  • Comprehensive utility master plans
Scottsdale Arizona at dawn, Carollo Engineers Integrated Water Resources Master Plan

Hydraulic Modeling

Best-in-class technological solutions for hydraulic decision-making tools.

Master Planning

Demand and flow projections, development analysis, long-term project phasing, and rate development. Carollo’s big picture perspective can provide a long-term plan that works.

Rehabilitation and Replacement Planning

A comprehensive capital plan isn’t complete without rehabilitation and replacement planning. Carollo’s teams are experts in the integration of capital and R&R planning.

Operational Analysis

Advanced modeling technology has made it possible to conduct detailed operational analysis of water and wastewater systems. Let us help you answer specific questions related to operational optimization.

Dynamic Master Planning for Evolving Utility Needs

Effective master planning is not a one-time task—it’s an ongoing process that must evolve with real-world changes. Carollo understands that a static plan is insufficient in a world where population growth, regulatory requirements, and environmental conditions are constantly shifting. Our approach includes regular updates to master plans to reflect current realities, aiding in their accuracy, relevancy, and capability of guiding future infrastructure development. Through advanced hydraulic modeling, we assess existing network capacity and plan for future expansions, helping utilities create a roadmap that meets both present and future demands. This empowers utilities to achieve long-term success in service delivery and infrastructure development.

A walkway above the western Riverside County Regional Wastewater Authority Regional Wastewater Reclamation Facility designed by Carollo Engineers
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Effective master planning is about more than just meeting today’s needs; it’s about anticipating future challenges. By integrating advanced hydraulic modeling with strategic planning, we help our clients create resilient infrastructure that adapts to changing conditions and secures long-term success.
Tim Loper, PE, Chief of Planning Services
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