56 th ASCE Environmental & Water Resources Conference Gateway Hotel & Conference Center Ames, Iowa April 5, 2018

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1 56 th ASCE Environmental & Water Resources Conference Gateway Hotel & Conference Center Ames, Iowa April 5, 2018 Conference Highlights The Iowa DNR took the lead to develop the Iowa River Restoration Toolbox Tools to Enhance Stream Stability for Iowa and Beyond. Hear about this Iowa-specific, best management practices toolbox. By using a holistic and consistent approach for improvements within rivers and streams throughout the riparian corridor and into the watershed, Iowa s river systems will be enhanced. Review of Levee Policy and Lawsuits Resulting from Levee Design will review NSPE, ASCE, and ACEC policy positions relative to FEMA s levee certification program and review lawsuits relevant to the practitioner. Incorporating Sediment Management into the Development of Hydroelectric Dam Infrastructure in Southeast Asia will cover the background of hydroelectric dam development and the ongoing activities to address sediment continuity within a complex system of over 120 dams in the Lao People s Democratic Republic. Terra Lake Park - Sewage Basin to Community Gem will cover the process of converting a sewage basin to a regional community park that will serve Johnston residents and visitors. The City of Dubuque conducted a levee breach analysis to provide additional information in preparation for a potential levee breach. Emergency Action Planning Considering Levee Breach effort included 2D hydraulic modeling, breach parameter review, sensitivity analysis, identification of potential temporary flood barrier alignments, and steps to take for emergency planning. Green infrastructure is beneficial to reduce the amount of storm water runoff, keep water out of sewer systems, and to reduce localized flooding. Looking Ahead: Keeping Green Infrastructure Viable discusses the processes necessary to assure efforts are effective. Hear more about projects installed and the lessons learned ASCE Series Wetland restoration is one of the promising strategies for reducing nitrate to water resources. Maximizing Nitrate Removal from Agricultural Lands Using Targeted (CREP) Wetlands will present accomplishments, financial data, program summary, and future directions. The objective of the Water System Project in Ghana, West Africa was to increase access to water supply; improve sanitation and achieve sustainability of water services in selected small towns and rural communities. Dam safety is a high priority for the Iowa DNR. Hear about the Dam Safety Rules Update. Examining Opportunities for Detention of Agricultural Runoff in Watersheds Using the Agricultural Conservation Planning Framework ArcGIS(R) Toolbox will discuss how ArcGIS can be used for planning and designing watersheds which detain runoff for the purpose of improving water quality. Work is underway to create a greenway that will run along the lower half of Fourmile Creek, starting at the Des Moines River and ending just South of Interstate 80. Lower Fourmile Creek Greenway - Master Plan to Buyout will be discussed. Iowa Waste Load Allocation Manual Update will be presented to continue to ensure that the effluent limits for point source discharges will be protective of the designated uses of the waterbodies. On-Site Wastewater System Site Evaluation and Design will discuss the planning, design, rules, regulations and lessons learned.

2 About ASCE Founded in 1852, the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) is committed to the advancement of the civil engineering profession and the individual engineer. ASCE acts as a forum for communication among individuals and groups involved in the practice of civil engineering. ASCE also offers a variety of professional development opportunities to members of the profession. The Iowa Section of ASCE, founded in 1920, exists so that Iowa civil engineers and associates may group together locally for their mutual benefit and professional advancement Brian Boelk, P.E. is the current president of the Iowa Section. Purpose and Scope The quality of life we enjoy in Iowa, both now and in the future is directly related to the quantity and quality of our water resources. This conference and workshop will focus on examining the management and engineering challenges that lie ahead in addressing the important water resources issues in the years ahead. The health and welfare of the people of Iowa, and the continued development of the state economy, will depend on sound and timely engineering practice and management skills to ensure protection of our vital water resources. Who Should Attend Civil engineers, scientists, geologists, managers, stormwater managers, developers and urban planners, and administrators from both the private and public sectors. Participants will find the conference to be timely and relevant to the water resource challenges facing Iowan s in the future. Individuals from public interest groups and the legislative arena will benefit from many of conference presentations. Professional Development This conference has been planned in accordance with the criteria established by the IELSEB for professional development hours (PDHs). A total of 7.0 PDHs are available for the conference. Planning Committee Conference Chair: Dave Claman, P.E., Iowa DOT, Ames Jon Garton, P.E., Iowa DNR, Des Moines Stephen Jones, P.E., SEJ Consulting, Huxley Mark Land, P.E., Snyder & Associates, Ankeny Kevin Landwehr, P.E., Rock Island District, Corps of Engineers, Rock Island, Ilinois Jeff McClenathon, P.E., (retired) US Army Corps of Engineers, Omaha, Nebraska Andrew McCoy, P.E., HDR Engineering, Des Moines Jack Reissen, P.E., (retired), Iowa DNR Brad Roeth, P.E., Watersmith Engineering, Davenport Mike Ryan, P.E., HR Green, Cedar Rapids Nathan Young, P.E., Ph. D., IIHR Hydroscience & Engineering, University of Iowa Marlee Walton, P.E., P.L.S., ISU and Iowa ASCE Conference Manager Registration The registration fee for the 2018 ASCE Environmental & Water Resources Conference is: $225 for ASCE members who register on or before March 20 o $250 for ASCE members after March 20 $250 for non-asce members who register on or before March 20 o $275 for non-asce members after March 20 Retired active members of ASCE 65-years of age and above and ASCE Life members can attend at 50% of the regular rate. Students are welcome to attend any presentation. Preregistration and a lunch fee of $20 are required if a student wants to attend the lunch portion of the conference. No registration is needed for students attending conference topics only. Student ID required. You may register on-line at and clicking on ASCE Environmental & Water Resources Conference in the alphabetized list. Or mail a completed registration with payment to the address indicated on the form. You may also register by fax by calling Your registration fee includes all program materials, lunch, and all refreshment breaks. Location The conference will be held at the Gateway Hotel and Conference Center in Ames, Iowa. Lodging Lodging will be the responsibility of the individual participant. Change in Plans? If you cannot attend the conference, you may send a substitute. Your registration fee will be refunded less a $25 cancellation fee if you cancel your registration on or before March 20. No refunds after March 20. Call Registration Services (515) or registrations@iastate.edu. Tax Deduction The expense of continuing education, when taken to maintain and improve professional skills is tax deductible. Contact your accountant for details. For More Information For questions about program content, contact Marlee Walton at , or at marlee@iastate.edu For registration questions, call Registration Services (515) or registrations@iastate.edu

3 56th Annual ASCE Environmental & Water Resources Conference THURSDAY, APRIL 5, :50 AM Registration Opens Morning Program: Joint Session - Central Prairie David Claman, Chairman, Environmental Design & Water Resources Conference; Presiding 8:25 Welcome and Introductory Remarks David Claman, P.E., Iowa DOT, Bridges and Structures 8:30 Iowa River Restoration Toolbox Tools to Enhance Stream Stability for Iowa and Beyond Nate Hoogaveen, Iowa Department of Natural Resources, Des Moines, Iowa 9:15 Emergency Action Planning Considering Levee Breach Andrew McCoy, PhD, PE, Senior Water Resources Engineer, HDR, Inc., Des Moines; Deron Muehring, PE, Civil Engineer, City of Dubuque, Iowa 10:00 Refreshment Break Central Prairie 10:15 Water System Project in Ghana, West Africa Clara Lanaghan, Christopher Nennig and Kevin Prince; Engineers Without Borders, Iowa State University Chapter, Student Chapter Representatives 11:00 Maximizing Nitrate Removal from Agricultural Lands Using Targeted (CREP) Wetlands Michael L. Bourland, PE, Environmental Engineer Senior, Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship, Des Moines, Iowa Luncheon South Prairie 11:45 Incorporating Sediment Management into the Development of Hydroelectric Dam Infrastructure in Southeast Asia Paul Boyd, Ph. D., PE, Regional Technical Specialist for Sedimentation, US Army Corps of Engineers Omaha District, Omaha, Nebraska Afternoon Program: Concurrent Sessions Water Quantity Session - Central Prairie Mark Land, PE, Snyder & Associates, Inc.; Moderating 12:45 Dam Safety Rules Update Jonathan Garton, PE, Dam Safety Engineer, Iowa Department of Natural Resources, Des Moines, Iowa 1:15 NOAA Atlas 14 Recent Developments in Rainfall Depths and Distributions for Iowa NCRS Mark McCurdy, PE, Assistant State Conservation Engineer, USDA NRCS Des Moines, Iowa 1:45 Lower Fourmile Creek Greenway - Master Plan to Buyout Diane E. Goering, PLA, Professional Landscape Architect, Snyder & Associates, Inc.

4 Water Quality Session - Meadow Room Michael Ryan, PE; Moderating 12:45 Examining Opportunities for Detention of Agricultural Runoff in Watersheds Using the Agricultural Conservation Planning Framework ArcGIS(R) Toolbox Mark D. Tomer, Ph D, Research Soil Scientist, USDA-ARS, National Laboratory for Agriculture and the Environment, Ames, Iowa 1:15 Wasteload Allocation Procedure Update Connie Dou, PhD, PE, Senior Environmental Engineer, Iowa DNR, Des Moines, Iowa 1:45 Planning and Design of On-Site Wastewater Treatment System Site Evaluation and Design Stephen Jones, PE, SEJ Consulting, Huxley, Iowa 2:30 Refreshment Break Central Prairie Afternoon Program: Joint Session - Central Prairie Jeff McClenathon, PE, Omaha, Nebraska; Moderating 2:45 Review of Levee Policy and Lawsuits Resulting from Levee Design Bob Beduhn, PE, Senior Project Manager/ Director of Dams Levees and Civil Works Practice; HDR, Omaha, Nebraska 3:30 Looking Ahead: Keeping Green Infrastructure Viable Lisa Treese, RLA (Missouri), Senior Landscape Architect, City of Kansas City, Missouri Smart Sewer Program 4:15 Terra Lake Park- Sewage Basin to Community Gem Tim West, PLA, LEED AP, Senior Landscape Architect, Snyder & Associates, Inc., Ankeny, Iowa; John Schmitz, Parks Director, City of Johnston, Iowa 5:00 Adjourn

5 Conference Planning and Management 1601 Golden Aspen Drive, Suite 110 Ames, IA th ASCE Environmental & Water Resources Conference April 5, 2018 Registration Information: * Mr. Ms. Mrs. Dr First Name Middle Name (Initial) Last Name Company/Affiliation Day Phone Mailing Address City State Zip Code Iowa County Conference Registration: Conference registration fee includes all program materials, lunch, and refreshment breaks. Cancel by March 20 to receive a refund less a $25 processing fee. No refunds after March 20. Conference Registration On/before March 20 After March 20 ASCE Member $ $ Non-member $ $ Retired ASCE Member $ $ ASCE Life Members $ $ Student Lunch* $20.00 $20.00 TOTAL *Students must present Student ID. Students attending conference topics only do not need to preregister. I have special dietary needs and/or need accommodations for a disability: Method of Payment: Check (Payable to: Iowa State University) Credit Card Visa MasterCard Discover Card Number CVV Exp. Date / Cardholder Name Signature Purchase Order (Please indicate billing address below, if different from above) PO Number Send invoice to: Name Billing Address Telephone/Fax: It s easy to register! Online: (Click on ASCE Environmental & Water Resources Conference) By Mail*: Registration Services Iowa State University 1601 Golden Aspen Drive Suite 110 Ames, Iowa *When registering by mail, payment must accompany this completed form for registration to be accepted Phone: (515) * Iowa State University requests this information to pre-register you for a conference. No one outside the university, with the exception of participants in this conference, is routinely provided this information. If you fail to provide the required information, we cannot promise accurate registration. (Reference: Iowa Code, Chapter 22.11; Iowa Fair Information Practices Act) Office Use Only (Only one registration per form Duplicate for additional registrations)