Climate Change: Case Studies of Resilient Vertical and Horizontal Projects-Climate Change Case Studies of Resilient Vertical and Horizontal Projects Slides 3

Climate Change Case Studies of Resilient Vertical and Horizontal Projects Slides 3

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The case study titled "Lake Delton Flood Control Study" by Raine Gardner, PE, presented on June 21, 2022, examines resilient engineering approaches to managing flood impacts in Lake Delton, Wisconsin. It highlights the challenges posed by changing climate conditions necessitating adaptive design for resiliency in infrastructure projects. The presentation emphasizes the importance of collaborative partnerships to develop effective flood control solutions, thereby creating new opportunities for community resilience.<br /><br />A focal event was the June 9, 2008 breach of the County Trunk Highway A (CTH A) embankment, which caused significant flooding and infrastructure damage. Aerial photos document the pre-event condition of Lake Delton and the breach’s immediate effects. Emergency measures were undertaken, including spillways at Kaminski Park and construction of a temporary cofferdam and bypass channels to control flows and repair damages.<br /><br />The study details subsequent improvements to the Dell Creek Dam, involving embankment earthwork, seepage control, internal drainage systems, and monitoring measures to prevent future failures. These engineering solutions aimed to enhance flood control capacity and overall system resilience against extreme weather events increasingly associated with climate change.<br /><br />The program fulfills continuing education credits through ACEC and encourages ongoing dialogue through Q&A sessions with the presenter. Raine Gardner, Parks and Recreation Discipline Lead at MSA Professional Services, stresses that evolving climatic patterns require integrated, forward-thinking designs in both vertical (structural) and horizontal (landscape and waterway) projects to safeguard communities and infrastructure.<br /><br />Overall, the Lake Delton case study offers practical insights into adaptive flood control engineering, demonstrating how infrastructure upgrades, emergency response coordination, and proactive monitoring collectively enhance community resilience to climate-related risks.

Keywords

Lake Delton Flood Control

Raine Gardner PE

Flood Resilient Engineering

Climate Change Adaptation

Community Resilience

County Trunk Highway A Breach

Dell Creek Dam Improvements

Emergency Flood Response

Infrastructure Monitoring

Adaptive Design