Shawnee Resort Dam

Project Overview

The Pocono-based Shawnee Resort in Monroe County, Pennsylvania planned to upgrade and improve a scenic pond in front of their operations by replacing a breached, degraded, maintenance-intensive earth dam with a reinforced concrete cantilever-type dam. GeoStructures was retained to provide subsurface characterization and to develop geotechnical criteria for the design and construction of the replacement dam.

The completed replacement structure has a maximum height of approximately 10 ft and includes a concrete cutoff trench. During the design phase of the project, GeoStructures explored the subsurface conditions along the new dam’s alignment and developed geotechnical criteria for design and construction.

An essential element of our work was the design of a concrete cutoff trench extending a minimum of 6 inches below footing level into highly weathered sandstone. This innovative approach was used to address the issue of seepage through highly stratified alluvial and glacial deposits. In addition to controlling seepage, the cut-off trench also provides sliding resistance and stability for the dam.

Geotechnical Laboratory Testing

Dam Analysis and Rehabilitation

Drilling Services and Subsurface Investigations

Our Comprehensive Project Workflow: Step-by-Step Guide

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Initial Consultation and Client Needs Assessment

Our team responds promptly to your inquiries, ensuring timely communication and immediate attention to your project needs. We work closely with clients to understand all project requirements, ensuring that we capture every detail and objective from the start.

02.

Development of Work Plan

Our expert project managers extend innovative problem-solving to project planning, resulting in technically-sound, cost-effective work plans to better serve our clients.

03.

Project Proposal and Agreement

We provide a detailed project proposal outlining the scope of work, fee schedule, and agreement terms. The project begins once the proposal is approved.

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Execution and Quality Assurance

Our highly skilled team of principals, project managers, engineers, and field staff execute the project with precision, maintaining open communication to ensure alignment with client expectations. Each project undergoes a rigorous quality check by our team of licensed professional engineers, ensuring all deliverables meet our high standards of excellence.

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Project Delivery and Invoicing

Upon completion, we deliver the final project and issue an invoice for the completed work, ensuring full transparency and satisfaction.