The Pipe Blog

When designing a Culvert or Storm Sewer the designer needs to take into consideration the type of end treatments that are available in the marketplace. The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA-HIF-12-026 Hydraulic Design Series Number 5) recommends that all pipe 48” in diameter and greater needs to have proper end protection. This selection is one of the major decisions as the Engineer of Record that you must make. Both prefabricated and constructed in place installations are available options for the designer.

Contech and US Pipe team up to delivered an educational webinar designed to address the challenges and opportunities in municipal water and wastewater infrastructure.

When faced with designing culverts, storm sewers, or underground detention systems, one of the critical decisions you’ll make as the Engineer of Record is pipe selection. Corrugated Metal Pipe (CMP) is often the go-to solution for stormwater applications, and for good reason.

When it comes to designing extensive storm sewer conveyance systems, engineers and agencies are constantly seeking innovative alternatives to traditional reinforced box culverts. Contech, a leading player in drainage and stormwater, has been at the forefront of exploring efficient and effective solutions for moving stormwater across the country. While concrete has been the default choice for larger systems, there's a compelling alternative worth considering – Smooth Cor™.