Dam Construction Services and Support

Throughout the world, dams serve as vital infrastructure, playing a crucial role in managing water resources, facilitating activities such as flood control, supporting irrigation and as a resource for hydroelectric power generation. Over time, these structures require maintenance and repair to ensure their continued safe and efficient operations.

The experts at Underwater Construction Corporation (UCC) understand the unique challenges and complexities involved in building and maintaining dams, and we offer a wide range of comprehensive dam construction services and support to general contractors. We are available as a repair, rehab and dam construction company resource to ensure the successful completion of your project.

Leverage Our Dam Maintenance and Underwater Construction Expertise

As a leading commercial diving and underwater construction company, our skilled divers and technicians work in close collaboration with dam construction teams, providing invaluable assistance throughout the entire process. Key dam construction services offered by UCC include:

  • Underwater Inspections and Surveys – assessing the condition of the dam structure, identifying potential issues and gathering vital data for decision-making

  • Dredging and Sediment Removal and Management – clearing of sediments and debris from the reservoir, intake structures and other critical areas. Providing solutions for sediment control and management, including sediment bypass systems, removal strategies and transport modeling

  • Commercial Diving Operations – UCC’s highly trained and ADCI certified divers perform various underwater tasks, such as installing and maintaining equipment below the waterline, conducting repairs and assisting with construction activities

  • Dam Maintenance and Rehabilitation – continual exposure to water flow, temperature fluctuations and environmental conditions can lead to deterioration. From supporting dam construction services to providing a variety of maintenance and rehabilitation, UCC can provide complete resources for your project

  • Submerged Construction – assisting with installation of critical components, such as gates, valves, intake screens and other underwater structures, ensuring they are properly installed and adjusted to specification

  • Cofferdam Installation – design, construction and installation of cofferdams to ensure effective isolation from water to create dry and accessible workspaces in bodies of water

  • Underwater Welding and Cutting – our expert divers skilled in underwater welding and cutting techniques perform essential tasks, such as repairing structural damages, reinforcing steel components and modifying existing structures

  • Concrete Repair and Rehabilitation – utilizing specialized techniques and materials to repair and reinforce concrete structures, such as spillways, aprons and retaining walls

  • Environmental Monitoring – conducting underwater environmental assessments, monitoring water quality, and implementing measures to mitigate the impact of dam construction on the surrounding ecosystem

  • Fish Passage and Protection – UCC has vast experience meeting environmental requirements, and provides construction and installation of fish passage nets to fish passage infrastructure

  • Log and Debris Boom, Barriers and Buoys – UCC provides a turnkey service working with main suppliers throughout the industry to assist with the constructability, installation and/or repair of security and debris barriers

We prioritize safety, efficiency and quality in all our endeavors, enabling our customers to streamline construction operations and deliver exceptional results.

Your Trusted Dam Construction Services Partner

From underwater inspections to cofferdam installation to foundation preparation, UCC brings extensive experience and cutting-edge technologies to each dam construction project. If you are looking for the expertise and comprehensive services offered by a reliable dam construction company, UCC’s dedicated team is ready to help.

Reach out to our experts to discover more about our dam construction services and how our specialized underwater and dam construction company knowledge can provide the solutions you need for success.

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