InfraTerra

Consulting services for the earth and the built environment

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About the firm

InfraTerra specializes in the integration of earth sciences and geologic hazard characterization with engineered solutions for water and energy lifeline infrastructure. It combines geology, earthquake engineering, and structural engineering to deliver natural hazard risk and reliability assessments, numerical simulations, dynamic analysis, retrofit design, seismic review of structures, and geohazard assessments for critical infrastructure systems.

Firm type
Civil Engineering · Geotechnical Engineering · Structural Engineering

People

Ahmed NisarPrincipal Engineer

Chris HitchcockPrincipal Engineering Geologist

Capabilities

Seismic Hazard Assessment

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Evaluates earthquake risks and defines design criteria for critical infrastructure systems. The engineering team conducts probabilistic and deterministic analyses to safeguard dams, water distribution systems, major buildings, and energy facilities.

  • Dynamic Structural Analysis and Numerical Simulations

    Utilizes advanced numerical models and dynamic analysis to simulate structural responses to ground motion.

  • Seismic Structural Reviews

    Evaluates the integrity and earthquake resilience of existing complex concrete and steel structures.

  • Seismic Retrofit Design

    Develops engineered retrofit solutions to strengthen critical facilities and infrastructure against seismic forces.

Engineering Geology

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Characterizes site conditions and subsurface constraints to inform infrastructure planning and design. Geologists identify potential geohazards and analyze soil-structure interactions to mitigate natural risks.

  • Natural Geohazard Assessments

    Identifies and evaluates geologic hazards such as fault ruptures, landslides, and liquefaction.

  • GIS and Geologic Mapping Services

    Produces detailed spatial analyses and maps to visualize geologic formations, hazards, and infrastructure relationships.

Reliability Assessment

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Evaluates the performance and resilience of geographically dispersed infrastructure networks against multiple natural hazards. Assessments focus on ensuring the post-event functionality of critical lifelines.

  • Multi-Hazard Infrastructure Reliability Assessment

    Analyzes risk profiles and restoration timelines for complex transmission and distribution networks.

  • Water Transmission and Pipeline Vulnerability Analysis

    Assesses large-diameter pipelines and critical aqueducts for physical vulnerability and operational continuity.

  • Dam and Heavy Civil Infrastructure Assessments

    Evaluates the structural reliability and safety of dams and massive concrete water-retaining facilities.

Industries

Water Supply · Water Resources · Oil & Gas · Power Generation · Infrastructure

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