Engineering
North Country Engineering, Inc. (NCE) provides Civil Engineering services to a vast client base in Upper Michigan including federal, state, and local governments and private land owners and developers. A problem is a solution in the works, we provide solutions for you! We are accessible and available to assist you with any Civil Engineering project and can meet with you on-site to discuss your needs or provide on-site technical assistance.
The following is a list of some of the services we can provide:
Civil Engineering Design Services
- Hydrology, Drainage, and Storm Sewer
- Natural Resources (Stream, River, Wetland)
- Site and Plat Design
- Road and Parking Lot
- Marinas and Harbors
- Structural Engineering
- Agricultural Engineering
- Water Distribution Systems
- Wastewater Collection Systems
- Permitting Assistance
Hydrology, Drainage, and Storm Sewer
- Hydrological evaluations (NRCS and Rational Methods)
- Reporting for erosion control and Drain Commission requirements
- Analysis of watersheds, soils, etc. for localized peak flow and forecasting
- HEC-RAS modeling and floodplain analysis
- Rosgen channel classification and reference reach determination
- Grade control structure and small (low-head) dam design
- Design of collection and piping systems and outfalls
- Design of retention and detention basins
- Storm water management plans
Natural Resources
- Erosion and sediment control plans (upland, lake, or stream)
- Aquaculture ponds and structures
- Stream and river restoration (incl. Rosgen and bioengineering/ biotechnical design)
- Fish passage structure
- Wetland assessment, delineation, and permit assistance
- Wetland restoration, enhancement or creation: including ponds, forested, emergent, lake plain, and scrub shrub
- Shoreline stabilization and erosion control
Please also see our services described under Natural Resources Planning.
Site and Plat Design
- Planning and layout of residential, commercial and/or recreational properties
- Grading and drainage design
- Utility planning and design:
- Evaluations for on-site wells and septic if not served by municipal facilities
- Water main and appurtenances, laterals
- Sanitary sewer and laterals (or septic)
- Storm sewer and appurtenances
- Curb and sidewalk
- Retaining walls & reinforced earth structures
- Road alignment and pavement
- Permitting assistance
- Plat Development and Layout
- Review Local Zoning and Building Code Requirements and Incorporate Requirements into Design
Please also see our services described under Site Plans.
Looking for more information on Site Design? Check out our Site Plan FAQ and Flow Chart
Road and Parking Lot Improvements
- ROW and topographic surveys to develop street plan and profiles
- Complete road and parking lot design including alignment, curb, and sidewalk
- Design of all related items: markings, storm sewer, surface restoration
- Bridge (short span, trail, and pedestrian) design
- Culvert and crossing design
Marinas and Harbors
- Planning, design, and layout of harbors, marinas and parks
- Design of boat launches, fishing piers, and fish cleaning station to meet ADA and Universal Access guidelines
- Utility and facility planning and design
- Landscaping and trail planning and design
Structural Engineering
- Foundation and earth retaining structure design
- Residential structural design and analysis
- FHA/mortgage structural evaluation and report
- Low head dam design and inspection
- Short span and pedestrian bridge design and inspection
Agricultural Engineering
- All phases of planning, survey, design, and inspection (project "check out")
- USDA NRCS Certified Comprehensive Nutrient Management Plans (CNMPs)
- Livestock waste handling and storage
- Surface water control (including ponds, wetlands, and aquaculture)
- Channel and streambank stabilization
- Land treatment (incl. grade stabilization, access roads, and diversions)
- Water supply: livestock water, wells, dry hydrants
Please also see our services described under Agricultural Conservation.
Water Distribution Systems
- Municipal distribution system analysis and design
- Basis of design (feasibility) studies
- Municipal well development
- Residential well development
- Hydraulic evaluations
- Specialized design for elevated and cold-weather storage tanks
Wastewater Collection Systems
- Municipal system analysis (I/I and SSES studies)
- Facility planning
- Lift station and force main design
- Collection system planning and design
- Septic system and on-site treatment design (including non-conventional systems)
Permitting (Private Citizens to Commercial Clients)
- Zoning and Site plan approvals
- Meeting attendance if needed
- Water system (MDEQ)
- Sanitary sewer system (MDEQ)
- Individual well and septic systems (Local Health Department)
- Soil erosion control (local Soil Erosion Control Authority)
- MDOT, County road, municipal entrance and ROW (MDOT and/or Road Commission)
- Storm sewer and drainage (County Drain Commissioner)
- Wetlands (MDEQ)
We can assist with applications for permits for ALL Local and Government Agencies
