Manage Water.
Reduce Risk.
Protect Communities.

Water influences every aspect of community infrastructure. We develop practical, resilient water resource engineering solutions for roads, utilities, homes, businesses, and natural resources through planning, analysis, design, and implementation.

Technical Capabilities offered

Stormwater Management Engineering

Floodplain & Flood Mitigation Studies

Hydraulic & Hydrologic
Modeling

Culvert & Drainage
Design

Watershed Planning
& Analysis

Shoreline Stabilization & Restoration

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Water Resources Projects Completed

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Communities Supported

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Miles of Drainage Infrastructure Evaluated

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Flood Mitigation & Stormwater Improvements Delivered

Flood Mitigation
& Resilience Planning

Identify flood risks, evaluate mitigation alternatives, and gain practical solutions that reduce impacts to homes, businesses, infrastructure, and community assets.

Stormwater
& Drainage Infrastructure

Support performance, regulatory compliance, and long-term sustainability through stormwater management engineering, drainage engineering, and conveyance infrastructure.

Watershed
& Environmental Analysis

Make more informed water resource management decisions by understanding watershed behavior and environmental impacts with our data-driven analysis and engineering expertise.

Featured Projects

Our water resources engineering work addresses today’s challenges with practical solutions that deliver long-term value for communities.

Knollwood Subdivision Flood Mitigation Project

Fox Lake, IL

Countryside Drive Culvert Replacement

Libertyville, IL

Haryan Farms Stormwater Analysis

Grayslake, IL

Lake Shermerville Shoreline Improvements

Northbrook, IL

Grounded. Honest. Accountable.

We Take Every
Project Personally.

Water challenges rarely fit neatly within project boundaries. At GHA, our team works closely with communities to understand the bigger picture, develop practical solutions, and build infrastructure that performs when it matters most.

Water resource projects aren’t just about managing stormwater. They’re about protecting communities, improving resilience, and helping clients prepare for the challenges of tomorrow.
Krystian Powala, P.E., CFM

Water Resources Director

KPowala@GHAWay.com

Related Markets

Since 1981, our diverse water resources work has given clients a broader perspective on managing water and protecting infrastructure over time.

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    Municipalities

    Address flooding, drainage, and stormwater challenges while supporting community growth and infrastructure investments.

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    Counties

    Protect transportation infrastructure, drainage systems, and public assets through proactive water resource planning and engineering.

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    Park Districts

    Manage lakes, waterways, natural areas, and recreational assets while preserving environmental quality and public access.

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