AECOM is proud to be a Platinum Sponsor of ASDSO Dam Safety 2025, taking place in Cleveland, Ohio on September 21–25, 2025. Visit us at Booth 307 to connect with our team and learn more about how we are advancing dam and levee safety. With more than 85 years in the dams and reservoir sector, we bring global leadership and deep expertise to this premier gathering of dam safety professionals.
At AECOM, we understand the constant challenge of managing, protecting, and conserving water resources to meet the needs of communities, agriculture, industry, and the environment. We offer solutions in every facet of dam engineering—from siting and feasibility studies, through design, construction, monitoring, maintenance, rehabilitation, and decommissioning.
Join us in Cleveland to engage with our expert presenters, learn about the latest innovations in dam safety, hydropower, fish passage, environmental services, and risk analysis, and see how we’re pushing the boundaries of technical excellence, sustainability, and resilient infrastructure. Our featured speakers will dive into real-world case studies and workshops, delivering actionable insights and takeaways.
Featured Sessions & Workshops
Poster & Lightning Talk
Restoration and Innovation: The FishPass Project on the Boardman-Ottaway River
Monday, September 22, 2025 | 2:00–3:30 PM ET
Presenters: Megan Fryer, EIT; Jason Plum, P.E.; Daniel Zielinski, Ph.D., P.E., M.ASCE
Explore innovative solutions to reconnect 211 miles of river while managing invasive species and balancing infrastructure needs. This session highlights engineering approaches that restore ecological connectivity and support ongoing research.
Concurrent Session
Relining Nichols Dam Conduit Using Casing Spacers
Tuesday, September 23, 2025 | 10:30–11:00 AM ET | Room 205B
Presenters: Jackson Moloney, P.E.; John Del Mar, P.E.
Learn how HDPE pipe and casing spacers were used to rehabilitate a multi-bend conduit while enabling downstream control for hydropower. The session covers design considerations, installation techniques, and construction efficiencies.
Topic Tables
Early Contractor Involvement: Do’s and Don’ts
Wednesday, September 24, 2025 | 10:30 AM–12:00 PM ET
Facilitators: Ted Montoya, P.E.; Jason Boomer
A collaborative discussion on best practices and lessons learned for engaging contractors early in complex projects to improve communication, alignment, and project outcomes.
Efficient and Effective Risk Assessments?
Wednesday, September 24, 2025 | 10:30 AM–12:00 PM ET
Facilitators: Henrik Forsling; Julie Smolarek
Discuss strategies for selecting appropriate risk analysis methods, preparing for assessments, and overcoming common challenges in evaluating and applying risk results.
New Trends in Instrumentation Monitoring
Wednesday, September 24, 2025 | 10:30 AM–12:00 PM ET
Facilitator: Jennifer Williams
Explore emerging instrumentation technologies and monitoring approaches, including fiber optic sensing, Lidar vs. InSAR, digital twins, and considerations for maintaining or upgrading legacy systems.
Specialty Workshops (Full-Day, Post-Conference)
The Dam Fundamentals – Construction Inspection Workshop
Thursday, September 25, 2025 | 8:30 AM–5:00 PM ET | Room 205B
Presenters: Terry Arnold; Ted Montoya, P.E.; Henrik Forsling; Amanda Clarke
A hands-on workshop introducing dam construction oversight, inspection practices, and field documentation. Participants will review real-world examples, understand roles and responsibilities, and practice responding to unexpected conditions.
Understanding Internal Erosion Mechanisms and Pathways
Thursday, September 25, 2025 | 8:30 AM–5:00 PM ET | Room 205A
Presenters: Jennifer Williams; Jason Boomer; Harry Donaghy; Julie Smolarek; Tim O’Leary
This session provides an introduction to internal erosion mechanisms, event tree development, and evaluating potential failure modes. Small-group exercises give participants the opportunity to apply these concepts to real-world scenarios.
Connect with AECOM at Dam Safety 2025
As a Platinum Sponsor, AECOM is proud to support the dam safety community and share our expertise at Dam Safety 2025 in Cleveland. Our team of specialists is ready to discuss innovative approaches to rehabilitation, restoration, risk assessment, and monitoring.
Join us at our sessions and workshops, or reach out directly to schedule time with our experts during the conference. Together, we can deliver safer, more resilient dams, levees, and hydropower systems for the future.
