On February 9, 2021, Rick Sumrall, P.E. of AllenES held a live webinar discussing the recently Issued Industrial Storm Water General Permit. This is the first seminar in the yearlong Environmental Seminar Series AllenES has planned for 2021. Another example of using technology to benefit our clients.
AllenES and Volkert are proud of the completed Wolf Bay Watershed Plan developed for the Mobile Bay National Estuary Program. The plan identifies specific and achievable measures to restore, protect, conserve, and preserve features of the Wolf Bay, which is an Outstanding Alabama Water and its Watershed. For more details, please visit http://mobilebaynep.com/news/wolf_bay_watershed_management_plan_completion.
Depicted below is AllenES’ field inspection of the construction of a perimeter access road at solid waste management facility in northeast Mississippi.
AllenES is utilizing 10-point passive gas samplers in order to determine the effectiveness of Phytoremediation techniques used as a remedial strategy on groundwater contamination.
Phytoremediation is the use of living plants for in situ remediation of contaminated groundwater and soil and can provide cost effective alternatives to traditional methods.
To recap a success in 2020, AllenES oversaw construction of the first new Mississippi municipal landfill in years.
The landfill is located in Marshall County, Mississippi.
The American Planning Association (APA) is promoting the use of drone technology to assist local planners in gaining a better understanding of the communities and environments in which they work.
AllenES has a Licensed and Certified Drone Operator on staff to assist you with your planning needs.
To understand how drone technology can be incorporated into planning projects, visit https://www.planning.org/blog/9208901/incorporating-drones-into-planning-practice/.
The Partners of Allen Engineering and Science appreciate the hard work and dedication of our engineers, scientists, construction managers, designers, planners, and administrative staff.
Job well done in 2020!
Partners include:
Front Row from Left to Right: Brad Young, CWB; Jeff Allen, P.E.; Melissa Pringle, Ph.D.; and John Ryan, P.G.
Back Row from Left to Right: Michael Hohm, P.E.; Jay Estes, ACIP; John Bourgeois, P.E.; and Andrew Covington, P.E.
We wish you and yours a safe and happy holiday season!
On behalf of a municipal client, AllenES worked with the Corps of Engineers, Vicksburg District to re-evaluate an Approved Jurisdictional Determination for multiple detention basin projects under the new Navigable Waters Protection Rule.
The re-evaluation provided $700,000 cost savings to our client. We would love to help you! Please give us a call to discuss a permitting strategy for your upcoming project or to re-evaluate a current project.
The American Planning Association (APA) has an active Hazard Mitigation and Disaster Recovery Planning Division, and AllenES is proud to be actively engaged in this Division of the APA.
Additionally, AllenES has planners on staff well versed in planning for hazard mitigation and disaster recovery.
For direct assistance in mitigation planning and disaster recovery, contact AllenES directly or for more information on APA, visit https://planning.org/divisions/hazardmitigation/.
❤️ Melissa Gordon Pringle, Ph.D. and Rebekah Phyfer attended the Go Red for Women Girls Night Out last night. We are proud to be a part of this incredible organization and support the American Heart Association at their beautiful event hosted at Bridal Path in Madison, MS!
It’s always inspiring to gather with local women who are passionate about making a difference and raising awareness for heart health. Grateful to be part of such an impactful community. ❤️
Today’s lunch and learn at Allen Engineering and Services was anything but ordinary—we swapped sandwiches for CPR dummies and learned how to save lives between bites!
Our team got hands-on with CPR and First Aid training, and while there were a few laughs (turns out chest compressions are a workout!), the message was serious: being prepared can make all the difference.
💡 Why it matters:
* Emergencies don’t RSVP.
* Knowing what to do = confidence + calm.
* You never know when you might be the hero.
Big thanks to our awesome instructor, Nathan Bell with Bell Life Safety, and everyone who joined in.
As the NCASI, Inc. Conference wraps up in Buckhead, GA, we at Allen Engineering and Science, Inc. are thankful for the chance to be part of such a valuable event.
It was a privilege to sponsor this year’s conference and support the important work NCASI continues to do for our industry. The sessions and conversations sparked fresh ideas and meaningful connections, reminding us of the power of collaboration in driving innovation.
Thank you to NCASI for hosting a thoughtful and impactful gathering—we’re proud to be part of this community.
Dr. Melissa Gordon Pringle, Ph.D. of Allen Engineering and Science, Inc. attended the 11th Annual Women’s Day Luncheon sponsored by International Paper and associated with the Sanderson Farms Championship Golf Tournament. The luncheon raised funds for the Children’s of Mississippi and featured Elizabeth Heiskell as the keynote speaker. Eating well and supporting a good cause…..what a great day out of the office!
⛳️ We didn’t swing clubs, but we definitely brought the fun!
Allen Engineering and Science’s Rebekah Phyfer and Owen McIntosh held down the fort at Mississippi Manufacturers Association PAC Golf Tournament — armed with snacks, drinks, and the ultimate challenge: Guess how many tees were in the jar (spoiler: it was harder than it looked 👀).
It was great meeting everyone who stopped by our table — whether you came for the refreshments or stayed for the guessing game, we loved chatting with you!
Until next time… we’ll be practicing our tee-counting skills. 😉
Allen Engineering and Science, Inc. hosted a wine tasting at the office — but with a twist. Our resident geologist and amateur wine connoisseur, Andrew Williams, GIT, educated us on Terroir (aka how soil, climate, and topography shape the taste of wine).
Turns out, geology isn’t just for fieldwork — it’s for flavor. From limestone to lava flows, Andrew showed how the ground beneath the grapes makes all the difference.
Great wine, great company, and a little science to swirl around. Cheers! 🥂
The City of Foley and Allen Engineering and Science, Inc. hosted a public meeting to support the development of a Stormwater Management Plan for the Bon Secour Watershed. Led by Jay C. Estes, AICP, Kori Nadine Armstrong, PhD, and Oliver Birch, the session engaged residents and stakeholders in identifying local drainage issues.
The team shared findings from recent fieldwork, highlighting flooding and drainage issues. Attendees contributed through interactive GIS mapping, providing valuable local insight to guide the next planning phase, which includes flood modeling and infrastructure solutions. The plan will focus on practical, cost-effective improvements that reflect community needs. Allen Engineering and Science, Inc. is proud to help Foley build a more resilient future through collaborative planning.
Allen Engineering and Science, Inc. team members Melissa Gordon Pringle, Ph.D., Jay C. Estes, AICP., and Josh Eisenhauer, P.E., participated in the Mobile Bay National Estuary Program’s CCMP Action Planning Workshop in Mobile, AL.
These Comprehensive Conservation and Management Plans are essential tools for identifying watershed challenges, outlining solutions, and building partnerships to protect our coastal ecosystems.
We’re proud to support this collaborative effort for a healthier, more resilient Gulf Coast.
Jay C. Estes, AICP, Senior Principal Planner, and Kori Nadine Armstrong, PhD, Planner, recently attended the 94th Annual Mississippi Municipal League Conference and Expo—connecting with municipal officials from across the state. It was a great opportunity to showcase Allen Engineering and Science, Inc.‘s commitment to serving Mississippi’s public entities through expert engineering, environmental, and planning services.
Grateful for the chance to collaborate, learn, and grow alongside so many dedicated community leaders.
Allen Engineering and Science, Inc.‘s Principal Scientist, John Ryan, PG, gathered insights and expanded his environmental legal regulations knowledge at the 33rd Annual Environmental Law Conference in Orange Beach, AL! 🌊 This event is an annual gathering focused on environmental law, regulatory updates, and technical insights for legal and environmental professionals.
Thank you to DW Wilson, Beacon Program, and all the speakers—especially Paul Jackson and Pace Analytical for their PFAS expertise.
Already looking forward to next year!
