Emergency Action Planning and Inundation Mapping
GZA develops action-oriented plans that include step-by-step approaches to protect people and conserve property. For example, recent dam safety incidents have shown that even a small dam breach can have catastrophic consequences. Emergency Action Plans (EAPs) are necessary to help respond to emergency situations associated with a sudden, rapid and uncontrolled release of water. EAPs set forth the basic procedures, duties, and responsibilities to be implemented by dam owners, operators, and key public safety personnel in the event of dam failure.
A challenging element of this work is the dam breach simulation and floodwave routing, which are vital to the development of Inundation Maps. GZA’s staff of engineers and hydrologists is well-versed in the use of the USACE’s computer simulation software, HEC-RAS, and performing complex and dynamic modeling. GZA has extensive experience producing CAD and GIS-derived color Inundation Maps. To orient first responders responsible for carrying out emergency services, GZA also develops and facilitates training exercises including tabletops and functional exercises. We also develop other flood-related emergency response plans, such as for buildings that are equipped with dry floodproofing measures.
Expertise
- HEC-RAS Modeling
- DSS-Wise Modeling
- ArcGIS
- EAP Orientation and Table-Top Exercises
- EAP Functional Exercises
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Matthew Taylor is a Principal and Senior Vice President at GZA. He leads GZA’s Metro Boston Dam and Levee Safety practice…
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