Civil Works
Infrastructure That Protects, Connects
and Sustains Communities
Civil works encompasses the infrastructure that underpins daily life — roads, water systems, wastewater treatment, flood control, and natural resource management. In the federal context, these projects often support agencies like the US Army Corps of Engineers, Air Force Civil Engineer Center, Forest Service, National Park Service, and Bureau of Reclamation. Merrick helps these organizations strengthen the resilience and performance of essential systems while meeting strict federal requirements.
Our teams deliver full-cycle water and wastewater engineering, from raw water storage and treatment to distribution networks, collection systems, and advanced wastewater treatment. We also support surface water and river restoration, transforming channelized waterways into multi-use assets that balance flood protection with recreation, ecological health, and community development. Merrick’s niche capabilities include designing safe whitewater features for rafting, surfing, and kayaking — a unique blend of engineering and recreation expertise.
Federal civil works projects often involve constrained budgets, remote locations, and cost-share arrangements between agencies and local sponsors. Merrick understands these complexities. We bring experience with federal funding authorities, compliance standards, and stakeholder coordination, helping clients navigate the administrative demands while advancing practical, lasting infrastructure solutions.
Why Merrick
- Full-cycle water and wastewater engineering for federal systems
- River restoration solutions that integrate flood control, ecology, and recreation
- Experience with USACE and other agencies managing major water resource programs
- Support for cost-share projects between federal agencies and local sponsors
- Ability to deliver both technical design and funding strategy for complex civil works needs
