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 Updated Member Tools

 

To better serve our members and stakeholders, USSD is updating some of our back-end systems. In the coming weeks, you may notice:

  • New format for our renewal invoices
  • New website
  • New contact and member portal – the “Info Hub”
  • New registration interface for the USSD Annual Conference

As each comes online, we will share more information and any needed instructions.

NOTE: If any updates are needed to your contact information, send them to tonia@ussdams.org. Changes to the current database will no longer transfer to our new database.

 

 USSD Board Nominations – Now Open

 

USSD is seeking passionate industry professionals to serve on the USSD Board of Directors. Review the Handbook for Board of Directors Elections to learn how your knowledge, skills, and expertise may contribute to the advancement of USSD. The Handbook also provides insight into how election to the BOD can fit with your plans, professional goals, and experiences.

Submit A Nomination Today!

 

 

Potential Content Topics include:

  • Dams in Design Stages
  • Dams Under Construction
  • Completed Projects
  • Unique Investigations
  • Construction Activities
  • Environmental Issues
  • Instrumentation
  • Performance Evaluations
  • Operations and Maintenance
  • Materials
  • New Practices
  • Dam Safety and Dam Security
  • Levees
  • Dam Decommissioning
  • Technology

 Click here to learn more.



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ICOLD News
  
Don't forget that as a member of USSD you have access to all the publications and programs of ICOLD!

There are Regional Clubs designated for each ICOLD zone to facilitate interchange of knowledge and experience between countries with common interests and environments. As such, USSD participates in the International Committees of the Americas (INCA).

Currently two USSD members serve as Co-Presidents of INCA – Marty Teal (WEST Consultants) and John Wolfhope (Freese & Nichols). As part of the goals during the tenure USSD is leading the effort to deliver the International Symposium on the Safety of Dams on May 21-23, 2024, in Puerto Rico.

This 3-day event will focus on comparing best practices in dam safety and engineering across countries in the western hemisphere. This event will be a combination of technical presentations, site tours, exhibits, networking, and camaraderie.

Registration and detailed event information will be available on the INCA website soon!

 
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Expertise Needed
  
Then consider volunteering some time to USSD! 
 
USSD has immediate and ongoing options that provide short-term and long-term volunteer opportunities on several committees. Visit the Committees page of our website to learn more about our committees and find a match for your interest and goals.
 
Contact Tonia Bengtson for more information.
USSD Membership
  
USSD is a world class organization of engineering professionals who advance the environmentally sustainable science of planning, design, construction, operation and maintenance of dams, levees and associated civil engineering projects. Our members lead the nation, and work with partner organizations worldwide, to resolve the world’s most critical resource problem: access to clean water.
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Industry Updates
The Corps Water Infrastructure Financing Program is now accepting applications for credit assistance to support non-federal dam safety projects.

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) leads the national effort to protect and enhance the resilience of the nation's physical and cyber infrastructure. 

Visit the Dam Sector webpage to view up-to-date information and resources.

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USSD Education and Events
  
Did you know that USSD has technical content that is ALWAYS accessible online?
3
Oct 2023
 
1-day and 2-day workshops on multiple topics
14
Nov 2023
 
22
Apr 2024
 
April 22-26, 2024, Seattle, WA
21
May 2024
 
May 21-23, 2024, Puerto Rico
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Ames is family-owned, rooted in a strong work ethic, and committed to business relationships built on honesty, performance, and mutual trust. We remain dedicated to providing superior construction services to our clients well into the future. 
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Other Industry Events
 

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upcoming USSD events?

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