At Bolton & Menk, green infrastructure plays a critical role in how we help communities and developers address today’s stormwater and environmental challenges. As flooding risks increase, infrastructure ages, and… [ Read More about Green Infrastructure Solutions ]

Cass County, Minnesota’s CSAH 70 Gull River Crossing has been named the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Minnesota Chapter Project of the Year, recognizing its impact on public safety,… [ Read More about Gull River Crossing Named ASCE MN Project of the Year ]

The City of Coralville, Iowa’s Clear Creek Stream Mitigation Bank has been awarded The Ripple Effect Award from ISWEP at this year’s IStorm Conference. This award recognizes urban stormwater management… [ Read More about City of Coralville, IA Awarded ISWEP The Ripple Effect Award ]

Bolton & Menk’s Low Salt Design initiative has been selected to receive the 2026 Climate Adaptation Award in the Organizational Adaptation category, presented by the University of Minnesota Climate Adaptation… [ Read More about Low Salt Design Earns Minnesota Climate Adaptation Award ]

Community Compass explores Bolton & Menk’s transformative projects shaping the places we live, work, and play. Through real-world stories and a variety of perspectives, we highlight how we partner with… [ Read More about Community Compass: Clear Creek Stream Mitigation ]

Jonathan Hinkle, Water Resources Group Leader and Principal at Bolton & Menk, was recently recognized as a dedicated partner for his commitment and leadership providing innovative drainage solutions.  This recognition… [ Read More about Hinkle Recognized for Southeastern Drainage Partnership ]

In many parts of the country, winter brings more than snow and ice—it brings salt. And while salt is a familiar go-to for winter maintenance, its impact on our water… [ Read More about Low Salt Design Featured on the ASCE Plot Points Podcast ]

Snow storage is a primary Low Salt Design consideration, yet it is an overlooked part of stormwater design. Snow typically melts at a rate and volume less than what is… [ Read More about A More Sustainable Future through Snow Storage Design ]

In the heart of Iowa, the City of Coralville is pioneering a new approach to urban conservation—one that blends regulatory compliance, ecological restoration, and public recreation into a single, replicable… [ Read More about Coralville’s Stream Mitigation Bank: Funding Greenway Parks ]

We are dipping our toes in the waters of Minnehaha Falls for a Field Day with Katie Farber, a water resources scientist project manager from our Plymouth, MN location. Katie… [ Read More about Water Quality Monitoring – Field Day Ep. 5 ]

As public agencies in Oregon and California demolish massive dams along the Klamath and other major rivers, smaller communities nationwide are replacing their own modest dams with more natural, fish-friendly… [ Read More about Riffing On a River’s Renewal ]

Three Iowa public works projects were recognized at this year’s American Public Works Association Iowa Chapter Fall Conference as Projects of the Year. The City of Johnston’s Green Meadows West… [ Read More about Iowa Public Works Projects Earn Project of the Year ]

Our mission is fundamentally focused on empowering communities. This spring, our team built new partnerships with schools, universities, and organizations, opening doors for learning and growth. By encouraging collaboration and… [ Read More about Empowering Communities Through Support Initiatives ]

Norway Lake Dam Removal and Pine River Restoration Project DURING THE 20TH CENTURY, OUR WATERWAYS WERE IMPACTED BY THE construction of dams across the United States that were made to… [ Read More about Reestablishing the River and Our Connections to it ]

Bolton & Menk has officially earned a spot on the Triangle Business Journal’s 2025 Largest Engineering Firms list, debuting at #47!  This first-time recognition celebrates our deepening roots and growing contributions… [ Read More about TBJ Ranks Bolton & Menk Among Largest Engineering Firms ]

We’re proud to share that Bolton & Menk has been named to the Charlotte Business Journal’s 2025 Largest Engineering Firms list, debuting at #20. As our team grows, so does our ability to deliver… [ Read More about Bolton & Menk Ranks #20 on CBJ Engineering Firms List ]

Imagine you’ve found the perfect home—a beautiful lakeside property in Minnesota, nestled in a vibrant community with easy access to trails, parks, and your favorite local spots. Life here feels… [ Read More about Climate Change and Flooding: A Challenge in Minnesota’s Backyard at Shady Oak Lake ]

Athletes don’t show up to a championship match without practicing, actors don’t take the Broadway stage without having rehearsals, and diplomats don’t enter a negotiation with the intent to “wing… [ Read More about Rapid Disaster Response: Safety & Infrastructure Recovery ]

We are thrilled to announce that Bolton & Menk has been honored with two ASLA Minnesota Professional Awards. The professional awards recognize excellence in design as well as service to… [ Read More about Bolton & Menk Receives Two ASLA Minnesota Professional Awards ]

Two Bolton & Menk chapter members have been recognized by the American Public Works Association’s North Carolina Chapter. Kaylyn Forte, water resources project manager in our Charlotte location, has received… [ Read More about Forte, Thompson Honored by APWA North Carolina Chapter  ]

At Bolton & Menk, we are proud to be at the forefront of Low Salt Solutions (LSiD™) for our clients, our community, and our environment. We believe that low salt… [ Read More about Get Your Own Free Copy of Our Low Salt Design Guide ]

The Low Salt Design (LSiD) Strategies provide a comprehensive approach to reducing the environmental impact of salt used in winter road maintenance. Our approach emphasizes the importance of minimizing chloride… [ Read More about Low Salt Design Strategies ]

Consider the agency you represent—how do you improve winter operations without impacting the environment we all work and play in? You may have been notified or required by local agencies… [ Read More about Winter Design Considerations for Chloride Reduction ]

Many cold climate regions are threatened by the ever-growing chloride issue. Chloride, primarily from road salt used in winter, poses a significant environmental threat as it is a permanent pollutant…. [ Read More about Educate, Equip, and Empower Communities with Low Salt Strategies ]

We’re thrilled to announce the opening of our Kinston, North Carolina location! We’re expanding our physical footprint to serve the Kinston community and meet the needs of our clients. Jonathan… [ Read More about Bolton & Menk Opens Kinston, North Carolina Location ]

Congratulations to our Raleigh Creative Studio for being recognized as a winner of the Southeast Stormwater Association (SESWA) Photo Contest! Each year, SESWA chooses unique and innovative stormwater project photography… [ Read More about Ballantyne Reimagined Chosen as SESWA Photo Contest Winner ]

Discover innovative approaches to winter maintenance and environmental protection through these insightful podcast episodes featuring Connie Fortin, a leading expert in sustainable practices. Designing for a Low-Salt Future Podcast: River of… [ Read More about Low Salt Design Podcasts ]

The City of Pine River’s Rock Riffle project was named the American Society of Landscape Architects Minnesota Chapter’s 2024 Award of Excellence. This top award recognizes one project that demonstrates the… [ Read More about Pine River Rock Riffle Project Earns Top Award at ASLA-MN Ceremony ]

Rain gardens have been a central tool for how communities can improve the quality of its water in a cost-effective, aesthetically pleasing, and functional way. Rain gardens collect stormwater from… [ Read More about Rain Gardens: Designing with Winter in Mind ]

The biggest source of chloride pollution is road salt used to melt ice on streets, sidewalks, and parking lots. Minnesota Public Radio (MPR) recently reported on the low salt design… [ Read More about MPR reports on Low Salt Design ]

We are thrilled to announce the opening of two new office locations in Hibbing and Grand Rapids, Minnesota. These locations provide greater accessibility to northern Minnesota communities as we continue… [ Read More about Bolton & Menk Opens Hibbing and Grand Rapids, Minnesota Office Locations  ]

Collaboration is key, and in this video, we get to see how Bolton & Menk workgroups can come together to deliver remarkable results on a Low Salt Design corridor. Watch… [ Read More about Low Salt Design Corridor Consideration ]

With our minds racing through the hustle and bustle of the daily grind, the natural process of ecosystems often goes unnoticed in our everyday lives. Yet, these systems are imperative… [ Read More about Wetland Banking: Bringing Historic Wetlands Back to Life ]

Engineers in cold climate regions have double the design challenges of our more temperate-weather colleagues. We have spent endless energy meeting design standards focused on rain but what level of… [ Read More about Designing for a Low Salt Future ]

Congratulations to the City of Pine River for receiving the 2023 APWA Project of the Year Award in the Small Cities/Rural Communities category for Pine River’s Rock Riffle project. This award… [ Read More about City of Pine River Receives APWA Project of the Year Award  ]

The relationship between nature and recreation has been around for generations and is only getting stronger. Join us on the Des Moines Riverwalk with Strategic Development Director Staci Williams as she highlights the importance… [ Read More about Nature & Recreation in Development and Planning: Coffee Break ]

Water Resources Design Engineer Shelby Meeker was recognized by the Midwestern Association of Graduate School for her Distinguished Master’s Thesis Award. Shelby’s thesis, “Assessment of Aged Woodchip Bioreactor Physical and… [ Read More about Shelby Meeker Wins Distinguished Master’s Thesis Award  ]

Congratulations to the City of Pine River’s Norway Dam Removal and Rock Rapids Installation project, that received honorable mention recognition for the 2022 APWA-MN Environmental Stewardship Award. This award recognizes… [ Read More about City of Pine River Receives APWA-MN Honorable Mention Award ]

Raleigh open house day is finally here! Though we’ve been serving our clients from our spectacular downtown location since mid-summer, we’re thrilled to have an official unveiling of our new… [ Read More about Raleigh Open House Celebration ]

The City of Pine River’s Norway Lake Dam Removal and Rock Rapids Installation project was awarded the 2022 MnAFPM Project of the Year Award. This award recognizes a project which… [ Read More about City of Pine River Receives MnAFPM Project of the Year Award ]

Bolton & Menk’s Water Resources team specializes in transforming complex environmental topics into engaging, accessible learning experiences. Whether it’s understanding stormwater runoff or adopting best practices for winter maintenance, we… [ Read More about Community Education & Outreach: Water Benefits ]

This MS4iDTM GIS-based tool is designed to streamline the inspection and management of stormwater systems, making it easier for MS4 organizations to meet their regulatory requirements and maintain their stormwater… [ Read More about MS4iDTM Inspection Tool Simplifies Stormwater Management ]

Bolton & Menk’s nutrient reduction strategies aim to reduce the amount of nutrients found in waterways, thereby decreasing water pollution and improving overall water quality. The focus is on both… [ Read More about Effective Nutrient Reduction Strategies ]

We use advanced technologies such as drip irrigation, sprinkler systems, and SMART controls to optimize water usage and promote sustainability. Our irrigation expertise ensures precise water delivery and conservation, which… [ Read More about Innovative Irrigation Design ]

A stormwater utility functions similarly to sanitary sewer and water utilities, with a fee collected as part of a stormwater ordinance. The primary goal of this fee is to generate… [ Read More about Understanding Stormwater Utility Charges and Benefits ]

Agricultural drainage services in Iowa and Minnesota are essential for maintaining productive and sustainable farming operations. These services ensure excess water is efficiently removed from agricultural fields, preventing waterlogging and soil… [ Read More about Agricultural Drainage Services in Iowa & Minnesota ]

Natural disasters can strike in an instant, leaving communities to grapple with devastation. These events demand an organized, rapid response to restore essential operations promptly. The Bolton & Menk team… [ Read More about Swift Natural Disaster Recovery ]

Gravity Ocean Stormwater Outfalls are an innovative, tested, and effective alternative to discharging stormwater compared to historical, unsightly beach outfalls and natural swashes in coastal communities. Some proven benefits include… [ Read More about Environmental Benefits of Gravity Ocean Stormwater Outfall ]

Innovative surface water and groundwater management strategies can ensure we provide a sustainable water supply for future generations. Creating effective partnerships is crucial to achieving common goals in surface water… [ Read More about Optimize Water Use with Stormwater Collection and Irrigation ]

The American Council of Engineering Companies of Iowa honored the City of Norwalk’s Great Western Trail Connection project with an Engineering Achievement Award at their Engineering Excellence Banquet on Wednesday, May 18, 2022. This… [ Read More about Norwalk Great Western Trail Receives ACEC-IA Excellence Award  ]

Bolton & Menk, Inc. is pleased to announce the acquisition of Fortin Consulting on January 1, 2022. Fortin Consulting has been a leader in advanced chlorides management and reduction research… [ Read More about Fortin Consulting Joins Bolton & Menk ]

Flooding can lead to challenging and hazardous conditions that are not always safe for crews to access. That’s where drones can make a difference. With the ability to be rapidly… [ Read More about Using UASs for Flood Analysis ]

Up until 2019 the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community (SMSC) of the Dakota people gathered in multiple locations with a growing need for a single facility to teach their youth, attend… [ Read More about SMSC Preserves History with a Gathering Place ]

The Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community Cultural Center was named a 2019 Top Project by Finance & Commerce. This award recognizes projects from all over Minnesota built in 2019 that showcasea degree… [ Read More about SMSC Cultural Center Awarded Top Project ]

The City Engineers Association of Minnesota (CEAM) recognized the City of Bloomington at their awards luncheon on January 29. The Penn American Stormwater Storage project received a Project of the… [ Read More about Bloomington Receives CEAM Honorable Mention ]

The American Council of Engineering Companies of Minnesota (ACEC-MN) recognized the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community at their Engineering Excellence Awards Banquet on January 24. The Cultural Center project received an… [ Read More about SMSC Cultural Center Receives ACEC-MN Honor Award ]

The American Council of Engineering Companies of Minnesota (ACEC-MN) recognized the City of Bloomington at their Engineering Excellence Awards Banquet on January 24. The Penn American Stormwater Storage project received… [ Read More about ACEC-MN Awards Bloomington Stormwater Project ]

The American Public Works Association (APWA) – Minnesota Chapter recognized the City of Bloomington at the annual conference on November 22. The Penn American Stormwater Storage project received the Project… [ Read More about Bloomington Awarded Project of the Year ]

The American Public Works Association (APWA) – Minnesota Chapter recognized Forest Lake Area Schools at the annual conference on November 22. The High School Water Stewardship project received the Environmental… [ Read More about APWA-MN Recognizes Forest Lake Area Schools ]

The American Council of Engineering Companies of Iowa recognized a few of our clients with Engineering Achievement Awards in Transportation, Water/Wastewater, and Special Projects. Congratulations to Spencer, Ames, and Cedar Rapids!… [ Read More about ACEC Iowa Engineering Achievement Awards ]

Congratulations to all our clients on their MnDOT Environmental Stewardship awards! We believe all people should live in a safe, sustainable, and beautiful community. Our clients have been able to achieve… [ Read More about MnDOT Environmental Stewardship Awards ]

On March 5, 2019 at the Iowa Section of the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers Spring Meeting in Waterloo, Iowa, Jon Rosengren was named the 2019 recipient of… [ Read More about Jon Rosengren Receives ASABE Iowa Award ]

The American Public Works Association (APWA) – Iowa Chapter recognized the Cities of Ames and Cedar Rapids with 2018 Project of the Year awards. Both projects were nominated by project… [ Read More about APWA Iowa Chapter Recognizes Best Projects ]

This week we launch our fourth children’s book, Doug the Water Drop. Join Doug as he travels from your home to the wastewater treatment plant, and back out into the… [ Read More about Our newest childrens book: Doug the Water Drop ]

The Minnesota Chapter, American Planning Association awarded Carver County, the City of Chaska, MnDOT, and Bolton & Menk with the Partnerships in Planning Award of Excellence for the Highway 41/County… [ Read More about MN APA Honors Carver County Highway Project ]

by Dan Donayre, Senior Wetland Specialist As a result of falling commodity prices, farmers have been looking at different avenues to profit from marginal land. One of these is to… [ Read More about Wetland Restoration on Marginal Lands ]