Site Development and Land Planning

As a Civil Engineering Firm providing site development engineering and design to residential and commercial developments, P.C. Simonton & Associates has established long standing relationships with clients across the state. These long standing client/ engineer relationships are attributed to cost effective design aimed at meeting market demands while complying with all regulatory requirements. From single family residential to industrial to office park and multi-family developments including high density to country living, we have the experience. Many years in the business of land development design has given us great insight into the details that can make the difference in a quality development.

Landscape Architecture

Through the use of planting design, hardscape elements, and shaping of the land, our innovative yet practical solutions strive to maintain a balance between the natural and man-made environment. We understand the economic challenges of each project and the importance of conserving our natural resources for all generations. P.C. Simonton and Associates has extensive experience with a diverse mix of project types ranging from residential to recreational and commercial to municipal. We work closely with our clients to provide sustainable designs that not only successfully meet their goals but also meet the needs of the end users, present and future.

Collection & Distribution System Design

Cost effective design and performance that exceeds the expectations of our clients results in long term relationships. Water and wastewater system designs are measured not only at initial startup, but also in long term operation and maintenance. P.C. Simonton & Associates has met this goal in small community systems and large municipal systems.

Water system projects include complete network analysis of existing distribution and water transmission systems as well as design of new systems to meet existing and future demands. These systems range from small community water systems utilizing pneumatic water tanks to large municipal water systems producing in excess of 5.0 million gallon per day. Designs have included distribution system expansion, water transmission systems, elevated water storage tanks, ground storage tanks and high service pump stations, water supply wells, ground and surface water treatment facilities and fire protection systems.

Wastewater Treatment Facility Design

Wastewater treatment objectives continue to become more challenging. Meeting the wastewater treatment needs of the community and protecting the environment requires utilization of the latest technological advances. The key for success, however is utilizing new technology based on proven concepts and matching the technology with the proper application. Natural treatment systems utilizing constructed wetlands and land application systems meet the needs of many communities without exceeding their operational capabilities. Some of our other clients have the technical capability to operate mechanical systems meeting “reuse” standards and use their treated wastewater to meet irrigation or industrial needs. In addition to the wastewater treatment projects, P.C. Simonton & Associates, Inc., has completed design and plan preparation of sewer collection and transportation systems, duplex and triplex regional wastewater pumping stations, variable speed pumping facilities, and wastewater monitoring and metering stations.

Storm Water Planning & Design

Storm water quality issues as well as retention/detention requirements are major factors in drainage system analysis and design, however complete system analysis include adequacy of pipe capacity and flood prevention. Many past drainage projects have included countywide drainage studies to small retention ponds, design of major, municipal storm water transport systems, drainage system design for newly developed subdivisions and rehab of old systems. Since August, 2000 NPDES monitoring has become a major activity. Now, in addition to the quantity of storm water leaving the site the quality is also important. We utilize oversized retention ponds, grassed overflow areas and skimmer systems to meet the quality requirements placed on storm water today.

Roadway Design

Roadway projects have included new developmental roadways which involve right of way acquisition, environmental clearance, and basic roadway design. In addition, rehabilitation, reconstruction or realignment of existing roadways has become a major focus of many cities and counties. These roads originally installed when traffic loading were much smaller have become inadequate for higher use now and into the future. Assistance to owners have resulted in the funding from the Department of Transportation for roadway improvements in addition to new roadways for development.

Roadway design and layout may be the key to maximum utilization of land and creating a safe neighborhood environment. Safety, aesthetics, economy and regulatory requirements are the key factors in design of new residential and commercial subdivision streets as well as developmental roadways to handle increased traffic demands.

Geographical Information System Development

Geographical Information Systems can provide communities with smart mapping that is used daily for infrastructure mapping and facilities management. The maps and data are seamlessly bound to allow quick access to mapping and data. Utilizing Global Positioning technology, field elements are located and incorporated into the city or county mapping. The system will allow facility owners to save time and money by more quickly accessing parcel data, responding more quickly to emergencies, attract new business, analyze property information and enhance revenue collection.