Larsen Engineers, founded in 1955, offers a broad range of consulting engineering services to local and state government agencies and the private sector. Larsen Engineers is certified as an MBE and DBE in New York. Larsen Engineers is a client-oriented firm. We take the time to understand your business, and use state-of the-art equipment and cutting -edge technology to develop innovative solutions that work for you. Larsen Engineers has LEED-certified personnel ready to assist you (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design).
Larsen Engineers strives for excellence. We approach each project with three goals:
- To Serve the Client
- To Benefit the Community
- To Protect the Environment
Larsen Engineers serves its clients in the areas of:
- Civil and Municipal
- Highway & Transportation
- Water & Wastewater Systems
- Survey & Mapping
- Construction Support
- Solid & Hazardous Waste Management
- Brownfields
- Community Planning
- Structural Engineering
- Environmental Assessments & Studies
- Regulatory Compliance
- Water Quality & Wetlands
- Parks & Recreation
- Mechanical Engineering
- Energy Consulting
Storm Water Management
Larsen pioneered new concepts in storm water management in the 70's. These concepts have proven themselves over the years and are, in fact, still being used. Essentially these concepts preserve land adjacent to streams, provide for temporary storage of rainfall run-off, require sedimentation control during construction, and consider multi use of detention basins. Proper storm water management programs can result in lower storm sewer cost; provide linear parks, walkways, and bikeways adjacent to streams; eliminate flooding; prevent soil erosion; eliminate poorly drained areas; utilize parking lots; public parks; and recreational areas for temporary storage of infrequent excessive rainfall events.
Management Services:
- Phase II Storm Water Permits
- Drainage Studies
- Detention Pond Design
- Erosion Control
- Sedimentation Facilities
- Flood Plain Management
- Natural Stream Preservation
- Storm Water Collection Systems
- Recovery and Reuse of Storm Water
Environmental Services
The Logical, practical and cost effective approach to today's environmentally effective municipal waste solutions include Reduction, Reuse, Recycling, and Recovery. Implementation of the necessary programs to accomplish the 4 R's will result in less material to be handled, a judicious reuse of valuable material, and prolonged life to our very expensive landfill operations. Larsen Engineers advocated the use of sanitary landfill liners, leachate collection, and treatment systems long before the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation made these requirements mandatory. Larsen's commitment to sustainable development is demonstrated in our innovative application of conservation strategies for energy and improving indoor air quality. Larsen can assist our clients in obtaining LEED Certifications.
These Responsibilities Include:
- LEED Certifications
- Energy Studies
- Recycling / Composting
- Air and Water Quality
Water Treatment and Distribution
Larsen's first design project in 1955 was an elevated water storage tank; there has always been a potable water project underway in the office since that time. These projects have provided safe drinking water to towns, villages, cities and counties throughout New York State. Without the availability of water, progress cannot occur. Larsen Engineers is proud to have been involved in the planning, design, and construction of systems that play such a key role in the growth of our communities. Larsen utilizes computer assisted design and drafting techniques to provide its clients with efficient water treatment, storage, and distribution systems at optimal costs.
Services Provided:
- Water District Formation
- Existing System Evaluation
- Feasibility Studies
- Water Treatment Plant Design
- Storage Facility Design
- Pump Station Design
- Automatic Control Design
- Distribution System Design
Wastewater Treatment & Collection
Larsen has planned, designed, and provided resident inspection services for many wastewater pollution abatement and control projects for municipalities throughout New York State. Included in these projects are professional services related to environmental permits, existing system evaluation, industrial waste pre-treatment studies, infiltration / inflow studies, collection and treatment facilities, operation and maintenance manuals, treatment plant start-up services, and public participation programs. Larsen's complete system approach allows for innovative and alternative solutions in providing the right facilities to satisfy the client's needs. Energy demands and maintenance costs of treatment plants can be optimized by proper design and efficient operation. Older plants should undergo energy audits to eliminate inefficient units, which will then result in reduced operation and maintenance costs.
Management Services:
- Wastewater Treatment Plants
- ewage Collection Systems
- Industrial Waste Treatment
- Infiltration / Inflow Studies
- Pilot Plant Studies
- Plant Start-up Services
- O & M Manual Preparation
- Public Participation Programs
- Energy Audits
- Sewage Pump Stations
- Nature based Wetland Treatment System
