Hydrology and Hydraulics
What We Do
Our workgroup conducts analyses and modeling of flood-related concerns. Our role entails supporting regulatory compliance and developing analytical products and studies to support the flood management initiatives of our clients. To accomplish this, we leverage long-term, positive working relationships with the local, State, and Federal agency personnel working in these areas.
What Sets Us Apart?
Through long-standing relationships with our clients and repeated applications in their watersheds and systems and with their projects, we have gained significant historical knowledge and experience. We lean on this in our new tasks and projects to ensure we deliver consistent results in a cost-effective manner. We use cutting-edge problem solving skills, technology, and software to do this work. When an off-the-shelf technique or product doesn’t meet our needs, we don’t hesitate to create something new
Services
Team Leaders
Highlighted Work
Folsom Dam Flood Operations
MBK helped update the WCM with Forecast Informed Reservoir Operations.
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Yuba-Feather Forecast Coordinated Operations
MBK assists DWR and YWA in the FCO program for Oroville and New Bullards Bar Dams.
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Kings River Levee Evaluation
MBK developed hydrology and reservoir operations and hydrology and determined 100-year flows in the Kings River system.
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CVFED Program
MBK developed riverine and floodplain hydraulic models for three regions in the Sacramento and San Joaquin River basins.
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Central Valley Hydrology Study Peer Review
MBK reviewed the methodology and application of the CVHS on behalf of local agencies.
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New Bullards Bar ARC Spillway
MBK provides ongoing flood risk management support for the spillway design.
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