Dams & hydraulic structures

Artelia deals with highly technical projects in the field of hydraulic engineering, with a particular focus on the design and construction of dams for hydroelectric power generation, river flow control, navigation and the creation of reservoirs and water reserves. We have gained extensive experience in the construction of dams of all types (arch dams, concrete gravity dams, RCC dams, loose material dams) and in analysing the environmental and social impacts associated with these infrastructures. 

In addition to dams, we also design and construct related hydraulic works such as flood spillways, siphons, tunnels, loading chambers, dissipation basins and water transfer and distribution infrastructure (pumping stations, lifting stations, intakes and outlets, swirling wells and reservoirs). Thanks to our expertise in hydraulic engineering techniques (free flow, hydraulic transients, water hammer, regulation) and our advanced physical and numerical modelling tools, we test and optimise every structure we design, ensuring safety and efficiency.