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Water and Power Infrastructure Reliability

Improve the reliability of Reclamation water storage, water delivery, and hydropower facilities by producing or advancing effective solutions, tools, and practices that Reclamation facility managers can use to cost effectively maintain, modernize, and extend the life of Reclamation's aging infrastructure.R&D needs should be primarily related to Reclamation's operation and maintenance responsibilities. Safety of Dams R&D should be directed to Reclamation's Dam Safety Program.

Researcher Title ID Start Year End Year
Adams, Angela Exploring the Feasibility and Versatility of Unmanned Aircraft Systems in Reclamation Mission Work 553 2016 2016
Agee, J C Generator and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition Controls Modification for Wind Integration 9608 2009 2011
Agee, J C Power System Stability Enhancement in the Digitally-Controlled Power System 1411 2005 2011
Agee, J C Power System Stability Improvement 661 2004 2011
Agee, Stephen Improved Processing and Analysis of Test and Operating Data from Rotating Machines 22044 2022 2024
Agee, Stephen Online Monitoring of Protection Systems: Pilot Project 21027 2021 2023
Andrews, Christopher Research, Develop, and Implement Sandblasting Noise Controls and Strategies to Reduce Reclamation High Noise Processes 2 857 2012 2012
Andrews, Christopher Research, Develop, and Implement Sandblasting Noise Controls and Strategies to Reduce Reclamation High Noise Processes 2 9595 2013 2013
Asbill-Case, Jessica Pilot testing of renewable-energy powered desalination systems in the Navajo Nation for small and rural communities 19093 2019 2021
Bartojay P.E., Katie Cavitation Resistence of Concrete with Varying Compressive Strengths - Scoping 1786 2017 2017
Bartojay P.E., Katie Chemical Shrinkage Analysis of Nano Silica Cementitious Binders 4967 2013 2013
Bartojay P.E., Katie Collaborative Studies of Hydraulic Concrete Surfaces to Reduce Concrete Damage for Water Resource Structures 1885 2018 2020
Bartojay P.E., Katie Comparative Analysis on Reducing Concrete Shrinkage and Cracking 2725 2015 2015
Bartojay P.E., Katie Comparative Analysis on Reducing Concrete Shrinkage and Cracking 7644 2016 2018
Baumgarten, Brian Investigating Newly Formulated Polysiloxane Coating Systems with Improved Erosion and Impact Properties 21067 2021 2023
Baumgarten, Brian Investigation of Innovative Exposed Lining Systems 23012 2023 2024
Bearce, Richard Standardizing Methods for Disaggregation of Slakable Rock and Fat Clay 21100 2021 2023
Bechtel, Ted Enhancement of Hydroturbine Operational Flexibility for Powerplant Cost Optimization 8301 2005 2011
Bell, Alan Evaluation of the Falcon 8+ Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) for Reclamation Bridge, Canal, and Infrastructure Inspections 1886 2018 2019
Bell, Alan Investigating the Capabilities of the UAV-Predator for Reclamation Infrastructure O&M 9059 2014 2014
Bell, Erin Develop GPS/GIS enabled Tablet Applications to Modernize Resources and Monitor Facility Condition 9652 2016 2016
Bender, Merlynn D Increased Hydrogeneration while Improving Environmental Conditions (2) 9650 2012 2013
Bocovich, Carolyne Furthering Cracked Embankment Erosion Research 21071 2021 2021
Bocovich, Carolyne Internal Erosion: Laboratory Testing to Identify End States in Internally Unstable Soils 20081 2020 2021
Bocovich, Carolyne The effect of large earthquake loading on fine-grained foundation materials: determining residual undrained strengths at large strains and corresponding embankment deformations 23024 2023 2025
Bradshaw, Jeremiah Alternate Insulating Fluids for Power Transformers 100 2015 2017
Brown, April Ergonomic Scoping 1604 2016 2018
Brown, April Hearing Protector Fit Project 3810 2016 2018
Brown, April Noise induced hearing loss (NIHL) 8141 2018 2020
Cepak, Zachary Evaluating Kevlar Rope for Use in Gate Hoist and Crane Applications for Improved Service Life 20036 2020 2022
Chugh, Ashok Three-dimensional Slope Stability Analysis of Embankment Dams 1540 2011 2011
Clair, Kyle Develop Integrated Tools for Digital Excitation and Speed Governor Control Systems 21022 2021 2023
Clair, Kyle Excitation and Governer Control System 19004 2019 2020
Clair, Kyle North American Electric Reliability Corporation and Western Electricity Coordinating Council Generator Testing and Modeling Requirements 1482 2011 2011
Clair, Kyle Signal Processing Techniques for Determining Powerplant Characteristics 9962 2012 2012
Council, Patrick Power System Instrumentation 20009 2020 2022
Cuhaciyan, Christopher Safety benchmarking study 7252 2015 2017
Daniels, Christine Alternative Reinforcement for Concrete in Corrosive Environments 620 2016 2016
Daniels, Christine Evaluation of Field Repairable Materials and Techniques for Cavitation Damage 8452 2016 2018
Daniels, Christine Self-Healing Coatings to Mitigate Corrosion and Impact Damage 1623 2016 2016
DeHaan, Jim Determining Hydro Generation Start/Stop and Cycling Costs 1880 2018 2020
DeHaan, Jim Fuel Cell Evaluation – Report on the long-term performance of fuel cells installed to provide extended backup power at several ECAO communication sites. 20013 2020 2020
DeHaan, Jim Integration of Renewable Energy Sources - Determining Hydro Generation Start/Stop and Cycling Costs 22026 2022 2024
DeHaan, Jim Large Synchronous Generators Computer Models 3772 2015 2015
DeHaan, Jim Machine Condition Monitoring 1719 2017 2019
DeHaan, Jim Machine Condition Monitoring - Enhance and expand Reclamation developed Machine Condition Monitoring (MCM) system. System utilizes in-house developed software and commercial data acquisition hardware. 20012 2020 2022
DeHaan, Jim Non-dispatchable Renewable Integration 2533 2016 2018
DeHaan, Jim Non-dispatchable Renewable Integration 7946 2015 2015
DeHaan, Jim Plant Condition Monitoring 2879 2014 2016
DeHaan, Jim Power System Safety 613 2015 2017
DeHaan, Jim Power System Safety 5446 2014 2014
DeHaan, Jim Predictive Maintenance Program – Research and development of a system to transfer and store secured data in support of a Reclamation-wide Predictive Maintenance Management program for power production assets 20108 2020 2022
DeHaan, Jim Protection System Testing Improvements 1728 2017 2019
DeHaan, Jim Protection System Testing Improvements 2446 2014 2016
DeHaan, Jim Reduced Cost Hydroelectric Maintenance 582 2004 2010
DeHaan, Jim Reduced Cost Hydropower Maintenance 5021 2011 2013
DeHaan, Jim Renewable Integration and Small Hydro 6144 2011 2013
DeHaan, Jim Rotor-Mounted Scanner – Participate in the development and deployment of a new and improved version of the Rotor-Mounted Scanner hydro condition monitoring system, designated StatorScan.™ 20014 2020 2022
DeHaan, Jim Wireless Instrumentation Capability 1738 2017 2019
Delange, Kelly Sandblasting Noise Project New Nozzle 5 2016 2016
Dillon, Chuck Integrating Reclamation’s Mission in the National Wildland Fire System 5010 2015 2015
Durham, Shanna Performance Testing Multiple Units of Similar Hydraulic Design 300 2105 2022
Eastland, Richard Dam Incident Investigations: Determining best practices for investigations that can improve future performance of dams 21030 2021 2022
Eastment, Eric Effects of Water Absorption on Epoxy-Mica Based Stator Winding Insulation Systems 19251 2019 2021
Eastment, Eric Power System Diagnostics 548 2011 2013
Eastment, Eric Power System Diagnostics 701 2004 2010
Eastment, Eric Power System Diagnostics 1776 2016 2018
Eastment, Eric Power System Diagnostics 5040 2014 2015
Eastment, Eric Power System Safety 9629 2011 2013
Eastment, Eric Reduction of Damaging Stator Core and Winding Vibrations in Large-Diameter Salient-Pole Synchronous Machines 19223 2019 2021
Egan, Randall Evaluation of Alternative Fire Suppression Methods for Generators For Improved Safety, Effectiveness and Reliability 20100 2020 2022
Ellis, Chris Demonstration of Synthestic Sheet Piles to Improvement Canal Safety 1700 2017 2018
Estep, Melissa Quantifying the Flexibility and Economic Potential of Reclamation’s Hydropower Assets 21087 2021 2022
Fennema, Scott Maintaining canal capacity and delivery feature reliability through the use of ultraviolet aquatic vegetation control. 20041 2020 2022
Few, Benjamin Dielectric Frequency Response of Generator Stator Windings 1862 2018 2020
Few, Benjamin Use of Natural Ester Oil as a Dielectric for Power Transformers 1606 2015 2018
Foraker, Erin K Hydro Power Roadmap 9488 2014 2014
Foraker, Erin K New Reclamation-wide Maintenance Management Toolset 20203 2020 2020
Frizell, Kathy Evaluation and Innovative Solutions to Reclamation Spillway and Water Conveyance Structure Needs (IR2-FY03-007-BOR) 429 2004 2005
Frizell, Warren Enhanced Techniques and Technology for Sensing Cavitation Damage and Crack Initiation in Hydraulic Equipment 4037 2006 2007
Frizell, Warren Enhanced Techniques and Technology for Sensing Cavitation Damage and Crack Initiation in Hydraulic Equipment 7804 2005 2005
Frizell, Warren Innovative Solutions to Improve Water Delivery: Demonstration of a Newly Patented Flow-Control Valve 1064 2004 2006
Gallagher, Theresa 3D Laser Ear Scanning 8479 2016 2017
Gallagher, Theresa Develop advanced engineering controls for further noise reduction in Chandler and Roza or in Seminoe Powerplants 8849 2015 2015
Gallagher, Theresa Identify Primary Noise Sources in the Powerplant and Implement Noise Engineering Controls to Reduce Exposures to Employees 6433 2012 2014
Gallagher, Theresa Implementing Noise Engineering Controls in larger powerplant 8181 2015 2015
Gappa, Matthew Geospatial Tool for Instrumentation Inventory and Collection and Evaluation of Readings. 20020 2020 2021
Gaston, Todd Improved Hydro Modeling with DOE NREL 200 2016 2017
Germann, John Automated In Situ Repairs of Damaged and Aging Infrastructure 23030 2023 2025
Germann, John Cavitation Detection Techniques for Optimizing Hydraulic Turbine Operation and Maintenance 8121 2018 2020
Germann, John Cavitation Detection Technology for Optimizing Hydraulic Turbine Operation and Maintenance 2386 2014 2014
Germann, John Cavitation Detection Technology for Optimizing Hydraulic Turbine Operation and Maintenance 2944 2015 2017
Germann, John Effective Cavitation Detection Techniques for Hydraulic Turbines 9933 2011 2013
Germann, John Evaluation of Fiber Optic Technology for Use on Reclamation Critical Infrastructure 21096 2021 2022
Germann, John Generator Rotor Rim to Spider Arm Attachment Data Collection 7140 2017 2020
Germann, John Optimizing Hydraulic Turbine Operation and Maintenance Through Reducing Cavitation 21104 2021 2023
Germann, John Shear Pin Failure Prediction Through the Use of Acoustic Emission Sensing and Analysis 7567 2013 2014
Germann, John Shear Pin Failure Prediction Through the Use of Acoustic Emission Sensing and Analysis 8542 2015 2015
Germann, John Using Strain-Sensing Technology to Increase Safety and Reliability of Inaccessible Critical Connections in Hydropower Equipment 20076 2020 2021
Goettlicher, Bill Developing a New Methodology to Determine Economic Consequences of Mishaps Along Urbanized Canals with Customized Loss Estimation Software and Referencing High Resolution Imagery and LIDAR Acquired During a Canal Breach 8621 2010 2010
Good, Darryl Viability of Computer/Robotic Controlled Penstock Coating Removal and Application 4047 2016 2016
Gulsvig, Carter Polysiloxane and Vinyl coatings Comparison and Field Trial 19227 2019 2021
Gulsvig, Carter UAS Demonstration and Development for Inaccessible Features Inspections 20096 2020 2022
Gutierrez, Angel Application of Enzyme Induced Carbonate Precipitation (EICP) for Channel Lining and Repair, Low Volume Road Stabilization, Embankment Construction, and Erosion Control 1840 2018 2018
Gutierrez, Angel Bio-based barriers for seepage and internal erosion control 1833 2018 2018
Gutierrez, Angel Ground Modification using Microbially Induced Desaturation (MID) for Liquefaction Interim Risk Reduction 23020 2023 2025
Gutierrez, Angel Laboratory and Field Testing of Enzyme and Microbially Induced Carbonate Precipitation for Mitigation of Fugitive Dust at the Salton Sea 21016 2021 2023
Hall, Geoffrey Multi-Sensor Array Buoy for Water-Side Security of Dams 8423 2014 2014
Hall, Ted Evaluation of Life Cycle Costs of Welded Steel Pipe with Bonded Dielectric Coatings and Ductile Iron Pipe with Polyethylene Encasement in Rural Water Delivery Pipeline Applications 743 2004 2005
Hanna, Leslie Application of Flow Deflector Technology 3532 2014 2014
Hanna, Leslie Flow Deflectors for Preventing Type II and Type III Stilling Basin Abrasion Damage (Widespread Application) 81 2004 2008
Hanna, Leslie Flow Deflectors--Proven Technology 1531 2006 2010
Hanna, Leslie Hydraulic Modeling with Abrupt Changes in Reynold's Number 9750 2006 2011
Hanna, Leslie Stilling Basin Abrasion Damage Prevention (Mason Dam Flow Deflector Design) 82 2004 2005
Hanna, Leslie Wide Span Stilling Basin Deflectors (Width Greater Than 30 Feet) 5564 2006 2009
Harpman, David Alexander Advanced Optimization Algorithms for Hydropower Dispatch 486 2010 2011
Harpman, David Alexander New Algorithms for Optimal Hydropower Dispatch 5992 2009 2009
Harpman, David Alexander Phase 2- Advanced Optimization Algorithms for Hydropower Dispatch 3906 2012 2013
Harpman, David Alexander Value Attributes in Pump Generation Plants 9737 2014 2015
Harrel, Shannon Concrete Cloth for Seepage Reduction – Field Demonstration 21076 2021 2023
Harrel, Shannon Concrete Fabric for Concrete Canal Lining Repairs 19277 2019 2019
Harrel, Shannon Development of Practical Guidelines to Achieve Compatibility in Concrete Repairs and Overlays 7103 2017 2017
Harrel, Shannon Durability of Concrete Containing Natural Pozzolans 21201 2021 2021
Harrel, Shannon Evaluation of Grout Performance for Concrete Repair at Reclamation 9625 2016 2018
Harrel, Shannon Evaluation of Packaged Concrete Repair Material to Measure Variability between Batches and Packaging Facilities 1796 2017 2017
Harrel, Shannon Permeability Compatibility Between Concrete Repair Material and Concrete Substrate 1863 2018 2020
Haws, Mitchell Renewable Power Generation for Water Transmission 7014 2011 2011
Haws, Mitchell Renewable Power Generation for Water Transmission 8343 2012 2014
Haynes, Christopher Instrumented Standard Penetration Testing (ISPT) to increase accuracy and reliability in penetration and delivered energy data for geotechnical analysis and liquefaction evaluation. 21057 2021 2023
Hedrick, Ryan Switching Block for Diving 4 2016 2016
Heisler, Rebecca Terrestrial Photogrammetry: Development of Capabilities and Exploring Applications for Three-dimensional (3D) Measuring from Photographs 5014 2005 2010
Heisler, Rebecca Terrestrial Photogrammetry: Deploy Reclamation-wide, Develop Capabilities, Explore Applications for 3D Measurements 2411 2011 2012
Henderson, Christine Advancement of Cathodic Protection Monitoring and Control for Water Storage Tanks 20023 2020 2022
Henderson, Christine Determining compatibility of Zinc Anodes for Cathodic Protection in Various Waters Specific to Reclamation and US Army Corps of Engineers Facilities: Phase II. 22021 2022 2024
Henderson, Christine Finite Element Modeling of Corrosion of Reclamation Dam, Pipeline, and Water Storage Infrastructure 1720 2017 2017
Henderson, Christine Laboratory Evaluation of Field Repairable Materials and Techniques for Cavitation Damage: Phase II 20024 2020 2022
Hernandez, Miguel Effects of Self-Healing Concrete on Aging Concrete Structures 1791 2017 2018
Hernandez, Miguel Effects of Self-Healing Concrete on Aging Concrete Structures 7064 2016 2016
Hogg, Ryan Feasibility of Utilizing Optical Instrument Transformers in Reclamation Power Facilities 19219 2019 2019
Huang, Jennifer The Application of Light Detection and Ranging (LiDar) Technology to Improve the Management and Protection of Heritage Assets in the American Falls Archaeological District, Idaho 9541 2009 2013
Hurcomb, Douglas Scoping proposal for future work - Concrete Condition Assessment for Alkali-Silica Reactivity (ASR) 1261 2004 2004
Irey, Peter Cracked Embankment Erosion Research 8284 2015 2015
Jay, Meyer Determining the capabilities and limitations of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) equipped with Light Detection Ranging (LiDAR) sensors when applied to hydrologic studies, infrastructure, mapping, and general land data collection 20091 2020 2022
Jermyn, Matthew Life-Cycle Costs of PCCP Maintenance 20059 2020 2021
Jermyn, Matthew Modular Anode Sled Development and Testing for Cathodic Protection of Immersed Steel Structures 22060 2022 2024
Johnson, Anastasia Impacts from Operational Releases to Populations at Risk 1227 2014 2014
Johnson, Jennifer Canal Inspection Methods Literature Review Final Peer Review 7676 2015 2015
Johnson, Tom Corrosion and Corrosion Control 724 2004 2004
Johnson, Tom Improving Cathodic Protection for Pipelines 748 2004 2004
Joy, Westin Chemical Compatibility Between Concrete Repair Materials and ASR Affected Concrete 8126 2018 2020
Kang, Jong B Seepage Detection and Characterization in a Truckee Canal Site using L-band Synthetic-Aperture Radar (SAR) Technology 19258 2019 2020
Keim, Jeffery Algae Resistant Linings for Canals and Other Water Resource Structures 19242 2019 2021
Keim, Jeffery Effects of Alkali Migration through Water Retaining Structures 4839 2016 2016
Keim, Jeffery Evaluating Fiber Reinforced Concrete for Use in Canal Construction and Canal Repairs 1795 2017 2017
Keim, Jeffery Evaluating TRANSCEND ERC as a Viable Alternative for Carbon Nuetral Cementation and Digital Fabrication 1784 2017 2017
Keim, Jeffery Mechanical Properties of Self Consolidating Concrete 3587 2016 2017
Keim, Jeffery Service Life Prediction Model for AAR Affected Concrete 4884 2016 2016
Keim, Jeffery System Commissioning for Topical Concrete Coatings used for Algae Resistant Linings for Canals 23036 2023 2025
Kelly, Kevin L. Atmospheric Plasma Coating Removal 21062 2021 2023
Kelly, Kevin L. Mitigation of Hard Mineral Scaling 2092 2014 2014
Kelly, Kevin L. Water Resistant Concrete 919 2011 2011
Kepler, William Research to Develop Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Methods to Evaluate Large Anchor Bolts. 3124 2005 2005
Kihara, Kathy Use of Aqualastic to encapsulate degraded RCC Lining in Canals 786 2013 2015
Klein, Matthew Alternative methods for collecting data for photogrammetric crack mapping of interior cavities of buttress dams: Development of methodology and demonstration at Stony Gorge Dam 22096 2022 2023
Klein, Matthew Elephant Butte Dam UAS Inspection and Analysis 1817 2018 2018
Klein, Matthew Elephant Butte/Trinity UAV/ROV Photogrammetric Processing 7738 2016 2016
Klein, Matthew Improving UAS-derived photogrammetric data and analysis accuracy and confidence for high-resolution data sets using artificial intelligence and machine learning 20105 2020 2020
Klein, Matthew Inaccessible Features Inspection at Glen Canyon Dam 2415 2016 2016
Klein, Matthew Inaccessible Penstock Features 7118 2016 2017
Klein, Matthew Photogrammetric Tools for Condition Assessment of Reclamation Structures 493 2015 2015
Klein, Matthew Photogrammetric Tools for Condition Assessment of Reclamation Structures 9384 2016 2016
Klein, Matthew Photogrammetry App for Roughness Profile 1382 2015 2015
Klein, Matthew Trinity Intake Tunnel ROV Photogrammetry Analysis 9612 2015 2015
Klein, Matthew UAS Applications for Bureau of Reclamation Operations 8120 2018 2019
Klein, Matthew UAS Data Collection at Reclamation Sites 7104 2017 2019
Klein, Matthew Underwater Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) Data Collection at Reclamation Sites 21060 2021 2022
Krzys, Greg Multiarea Benefits from Co-location of Energy Production Facilities 8349 2012 2012
Kubitschek, Joseph Final Development and Field Demonstration of an Innovative Outlet Works Valve 9532 2008 2008
Kubitschek, Joseph Hydrodynamic Forces on High-Head Gates 1892 2018 2019
Kubitschek, Joseph Improved Methods for Air Demand Analysis and Air Vent Sizing for Hydraulic Structures 6418 2008 2008
Kubitschek, Joseph Piezometer plate testing for ASME PTC design and installation guidelines 5221 2014 2014
Kubitschek, Joseph Underwater Imaging for Intake Trashracks at Glen Canyon to Assess of Mussel-Related Impacts 1733 2017 2019
Landis, Mike Utilizing Drones to Survey Elephant Butte Dam - Aging Infrastructure and Safety 6015 2015 2015
Lapenna, Jacob Development and Refinement of Rotor Turning Device for Safer and More Efficient Maintenance and Diagnostic Tasks 21006 2021 2023
Lapenna, Jacob Feasibility of Rotor Installed Machine Corona Mapping with Patch Antennas 1711 2017 2017
Lapenna, Jacob Rotor Installed Corona Mapping of Stator Windings within Large Diameter Hydro Generators 19078 2019 2021
Lapenna, Jacob Rotor Installed Corona Probe with Near Field Communication Antennas: Further Refinement Toward a Final Product 22012 2022 2024
Lemer, Jordan Demonstration and Use of Advanced 3D Measuring Techniques using Portable Laser and Arm Technology 19146 2019 2021
Lincoln, Thomas Investigating a Modern Method for Improving the Management and Protection of Heritage Assets In Threshing Machine Canyon, Kansas Using Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) Technology 7686 2008 2010
Lindenbach, Evan Improving Reclamation's Field Investigations with the Rock Borehole Direct Shear Test 1805 2018 2018
Lindenbach, Evan Improving Reclamations Geologic and Geotechnical Investigations with Drill Parameter Recorder Technology 9019 2016 2016
Lindenbach, Evan Improving Reclamation’s Geologic and Geotechnical Investigations with Drill Parameter Recorder Technology 21049 2021 2023
Lindenbach, Evan Improving seepage measurements in the Truckee Canal and developing a framework for data collection, modeling and assessment of unlined canal seepage 19144 2019 2021
Lindenbach, Evan Truckee Canal Seepage Study 1765 2017 2019
Lindenbach, Evan Voids Behind Spillways, Conduits, Canals, Tunnels, and Siphons: Causes, Detection Techniques, and Repair Options 21045 2021 2023
Little, Daryl Composite Structures for Immersion Applications 4182 2016 2016
Little, Daryl Demonstration Project to Implement Electro-Osmotic Pulse (EOP) Technology to Stop Water Leaks Through Concrete 4553 2016 2018
Little, Daryl Demonstration Project to Implement Electro-Osmotic Pulse (EOP) Technology to Stop Water Leaks Through Concrete 7226 2014 2014
Little, Daryl Demonstration Project to Implement Electro-Osmotic Pulse (EOP) Technology to Stop Water Leaks Through Concrete 7351 2015 2015
Little, Daryl Demonstration Project to Implement Electro-Osmotic Pulse Technology to Stop Water Leaks through Concrete 772 2010 2012
Little, Daryl Determining Critical Crack Size and Water Pressure for Sealing Water Leaks using Electro-Osmotic Pulse 1764 2017 2019
Little, Daryl Extending the Useful Service Life of Wire Hoist Ropes using Nondestructive Testing 3973 2015 2015
Little, Daryl Long Term Durability of Mechanical Joint Restraiints used on Non-Metallic Pipe 1793 2017 2017
Little, Daryl Utilization of Trained Canines to Detect Leaks in Water Pipelines 22081 2022 2024
Little, Daryl pH Cell Mitigation and Field Trial of New Coatings 7292 2007 2009
Lucero, Catherine Characterizing novel supplementary cementitious materials to reduce infrastructure costs and improve durability 19142 2019 2021
Lucero, Catherine Implementation of a Laboratory Information Management System for Reclamation Infrastructure 21079 2021 2022
Lucero, Catherine Investigating the Use of Sustainable Alternative Cementitious Materials for Reclamation Concrete Sttructures 1788 2017 2017
Lucero, Catherine Recycled Concrete as Aggregate for Use in New Concrete Construction 1787 2017 2017
Lucero, Catherine Reducing Reclamation’s Carbon Footprint Through Modernizing Concrete Materials, Specifications and Construction Practices 23050 2023 2025
Lucero, Catherine Ultra-High Performance Concrete for Concrete Repair and Canal Linings 1789 2017 2019
Luna, Juan Evaluate and model economical, safe and effective methods to mitigate and remove debris from dam intake structures 22017 2022 2024
Lynn, Jeffrey Study the use of alternative battery chemistry solutions as a replacement for currently installed lead acid batteries within power generation facilities 1727 2017 2017
Madera, Veronica Underwater Cure Polymeric Repairs to Seal Seepage Cracks 2398 2015 2015
Markiewicz, Rich Cooperative Research on Field Capabilities Test/Demonstration for Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Indirect Means of Assessing Conditions within Earth Embankment Dams- Indirect Means of Assessing Conditions (in) Embankment Dams (IMACED) Project. 2538 2008 2008
Markiewicz, Rich Temperature Monitoring as a Means of Assessing Canal Structural Performance and Seepage Conditions 9802 2009 2009
Mclean, Rory Large Synchronous Generators Computer Models 2417 2016 2018
Meeks, Leah Literature Review of Secondary Effects to Ecosystems and Water Supply of Canal Lining 1723 2017 2017
Merten, Bobbi Jo Coal Tar Enamel & Coal Tar Epoxy Materials Analysis and Performance History 1546 2015 2017
Merten, Bobbi Jo Coating Service Lifetime Evaluation by Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy (EIS) 7673 2013 2015
Merten, Bobbi Jo Cost of Corrosion Control for Reclamation Penstocks and Gates 4724 2016 2018
Merten, Bobbi Jo Development of Facility Corrosion Inspection Templates & Planning for a Central Database 22048 2022 2023
Merten, Bobbi Jo Econometric Analysis and Forecast Model for Reclamation Corrosion Protection Costs 19155 2019 2021
Merten, Bobbi Jo Evaluation of Structural Health Monitoring (SHM) Techniques for Reclamation Infrastructures 4022 2013 2013
Merten, Bobbi Jo Field Validation of Impedance Spectroscopy Coating Assessments 1884 2018 2020
Merten, Bobbi Jo Gate Design Optimization and Composite Gate Lab Scale Testing 20200 2020 2020
Merten, Bobbi Jo Investigation of Electrochemical Noise Method for Coating Field Assessments 19308 2019 2019
Merten, Bobbi Jo Long-Term Coatings Lab Testing Data Analysis for Service Life Correlations and Evaluation of New Testing Methods 23014 2023 2025
Merten, Bobbi Jo Mussel Adhesive as a Corrosion-Resistant Coating 7419 2013 2013
Merten, Bobbi Jo Reclamation Infrastructure Sustainability Research Roadmapping 151 2014 2015
Meuleman, Allyn Safety Practices & Protocols for Natural Resources Field Investigators 7949 2015 2015
Morberg, Mark Three-Dimensional (3D) Scanning to 3D Printing Technology Development 8564 2015 2015
Mortensen, Josh Adhesion Strength of Protective Coatings – Test Method Development under Real-Life Hydraulic Conditions 19122 2019 2020
Mortensen, Josh Cavitation Detection - Method Development for determining Damaging vs Non-damaging Cavitation 1708 2017 2017
Mortensen, Josh Development of Test Methods for Coatings Systems exposed to Extreme Hydraulic Environments 1821 2018 2018
Mortensen, Josh Evaluation of Plunger Valves as a New Technology for Improved Water Delivery at Reclamation Dams and Hydropower Facilities 22004 2022 2024
Mortensen, Josh Feasibility of Integrating Low-Head Hydropower with Effective Canal Management 7973 2013 2013
Mortensen, Josh Hydraulic Concrete Surfaces for Water Resource Structures – Continued Collaboration 21051 2021 2022
Mortensen, Josh Hydraulic Impacts from Hydrokintic Installations 1707 2017 2018
Mortensen, Josh Hydropower Research Roadmap - Mechanical 7330 2015 2015
Mortensen, Josh Improved Prediction of Hydrodynamic Loads on Spillway Gates 1836 2018 2018
Mortensen, Josh Penstock Air Vent Analysis 5710 2015 2015
Mortensen, Josh Penstock Airvent Analysis 1607 2016 2017
Mortensen, Josh Utilizing the Winter-Kennedy method for Hydropower Flow Measurement 20048 2020 2021
Murphy, Aaron Application of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) for Ecological Monitoringat Reclamation 19012 2019 2019
Norris, Mike D Guidelines for legal and policy considerations associated with solar development on Reclamation land 3863 2013 2013
Nowak, Kenneth Develop GPS/GIS-enabled Tablet Applications to Modernize Resources and Facility Condition Monitoring 8617 2015 2015
Osburn, Gary Generator Efficiency Improvement 523 2004 2004
Petronis, Michael Very Thin Concrete Repairs in Spillway Tunnels 8791 2008 2008
Pierko, Julia Evaluation and Standardization of Seepage Repair Methodologies 4861 2013 2013
Plaseied, Atousa Condition Assessment of Composite Pipelines 1701 2017 2017
Plaseied, Atousa Evaluation of Acoustic Emission Sensing Technologies for Pressurized Buried Water Pipeline Leak Detection 22086 2022 2024
Plaseied, Atousa Powering Cathodic Protection Systems with Alternative Energy 1718 2017 2017
Prochaska, Stephanie Evaluation of corrosion inhibitive coatings 19168 2019 2020
Prochaska, Stephanie Improved Adhesion of Polyurethane Coatings with Phosphating 22014 2022 2024
Prochaska, Stephanie Optimizing feasibility of using Additive Manufacturing to print 3D metal parts 20035 2020 2020
Prochaska, Stephanie Polyurethane Adhesion Promotion 1804 2018 2018
Rager, Audrey Airborne Red, Near-IR, and Thermal-IR Multispectral Remore Sensing for Detecting Canal Seepage 7110 2017 2019
Rager, Audrey Concrete Core Logging Tablet App 5481 2014 2014
Rager, Audrey Evaluating Filter Material and Water Chemistry for Potential of Promoting Bacterial Growth Resulting in Clogged Drains 7101 2015 2015
Rager, Audrey Improving Concrete Longevity and Durability Using Natural Pozzolans and Roman Mix Designs 7137 2014 2014
Reed, Shaun Anchoring to Vehicles to Enhance Rope Access Team Safety 6 2016 2017
Reed, Shaun Testing/Verification of Rope Access Anchors 6390 2012 2013
Rinehart, Robert Comparison of traditional and new testing methods for riprap material quality 19119 2019 2021
Rinehart, Robert Detecting and Monitoring Internal Erosion Using Acoustic Emission Technology 5500 2012 2012
Rinehart, Robert Evaluation of Intelligent Compaction Technology Based on Correlations to Relative Density 3785 2012 2012
Rinehart, Robert Evaluation of Intelligent Compaction at the Echo Dam Seismic Modification Project 406 2013 2013
Rinehart, Robert Evaluation of Non-nuclear Moisture Meters and Moisture-Density Gages for Reclamation Construction QC/QA 8920 2013 2013
Rinehart, Robert Liquefaction Triggering of Gravelly Soils 712 2016 2016
Rittgers, Justin Evaluation and Development of Rapid Geophysical Profiling for Canal Embankment and Levee Health Assessment and Seepage Detection. 9918 2016 2017
Rittgers, Justin Evaluation of Active and Passive Thermography for Rapid Detection and Characterization of Concrete Infrastructure Defects, Damage, and Deterioration 3 19280 2019 2019
Rittgers, Justin Evaluation of Laser Doppler Vibrometry for Long-Range Remotely-Sensed (Touch-Free) Seismic Data Acquisition 19315 2019 2019
Rittgers, Justin Internal Erosion Prize Challenge Competition Next Steps: Evaluating Distributed Acoustic Sensing (DAS) for Large Critical Infrastructure Imaging and Monitoring 20098 2020 2020
Robertson, John Leaching Lithium 1938 2014 2016
Robertson, John Leaching Lithium 2488 2012 2012
Robertson, John Moisture Content Requirements for Effective Concrete Repairs 2886 2014 2015
Robertson, John Ultra High Performance Concrete Used as a Coating 4621 2015 2015
Rogado, Jonathan Low Head Hydro Turbines 3390 2009 2009
Schlag, Alison Effects of Iron Bacteria on Subsurface Tile Drains: Influence on Hydraulic Efficiency and Nutrient Transport 4883 2008 2009
Scott, Carrie Exploring methods to predict, manage, and control alluvial material transport 7796 2014 2014
Shupe, Christopher Kit Flow Deflectors for Abrasion Damage Mitigation in Stilling Basins 8143 2018 2018
Skaja, Allen Asbestos in epoxy coatings 7408 2013 2013
Skaja, Allen Carbon Fiber Rehabilitation of Prestressed Concrete Pipe 7344 2006 2008
Skaja, Allen Continuation of Field Research on Advanced Coatings for Mussel Control 7089 2016 2018
Skaja, Allen Evaluate New Protective Coatings Technology 5336 2005 2005
Skaja, Allen Evaluating Corrosion Protection Methods for Riveted and Bolted Construction 1717 2017 2019
Skaja, Allen Evaluation of Protective Coatings 1597 2011 2011
Skaja, Allen Evaluation of Protective Coatings by Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy (EIS) to Predict Coating Service Life 7553 2006 2010
Skaja, Allen Feasibility of Autonomous Robotics for Relining Penstocks and Similar Structures 19188 2019 2021
Skaja, Allen Investigating Rubberized Polysiloxane Coating Formulations to Improve Durability and Long-Term Performance. 23009 2023 2025
Skaja, Allen Investigation of Coatings Containing Tremolite Non-Asbestiform to Determine if Abrasive Blast Fragments Contain Asbestos 1898 2011 2011
Skaja, Allen Learning from the Past, Inspection of Historic Penstock Lining Field Trials; Shasta Penstocks and Collbran Siphon 22024 2022 2023
Skaja, Allen Pipeline Coatings 5733 2013 2013
Skaja, Allen Proving Grounds for Evaluation and Comparison of Metallic and Reinforced Concrete Buried Water Transmission Lines 1133 2006 2006
Skaja, Allen Refurbishment of Small Diameter Embedded Pipes in Powerplants and Dams 23008 2023 2023
Skaja, Allen Using Robotics Technology to Reline Large Diameter Piping on Steep Slope 8107 2018 2018
Skinner, Norris David Evaluating Methods to Apply Cellular Concrete on Reclamation Operation and Maintenance Projects 2584 2016 2017
Smith, Alexander Crafting a Modern Systems Approach in Assessing Critical Nodes for Regional Security and Regional Safety of Dams: Evolving Beyond the Legacy Program 21029 2021 2023
Smith, Alexander Hoover Dam Cylinder Gate: Stoplog Sealant Alternatives 21105 2021 2021
Sorel, Marcel Evaluation and Validation of Fatigue on Aging Hydro Mechanical Components using Finite Element Analysis 21091 2021 2023
Sorensen, Grant Incident Command System Doctrine for Dam Owners 189 2013 2013
Starbuck, David Contraction Joint Leak Repairs - A Multi-Agency Collaboration Effort 7139 2017 2018
Starbuck, David Evaluating Methods to Seal Leaking Contraction Joints in Dams 7688 2015 2016
Starbuck, David Investigating Techniques for Sealing Small Cracks in Thick Concrete 2805 2015 2015
Starbuck, David Investigating Techniques for Sealing Small Leaking Cracks in Thick Concrete Sections 2965 2016 2017
Stitt, Steve Advances in Security Technology and Procedures to Safeguard Reclamation SCADA Systems 2331 2006 2006
Stitt, Steve Operational and Environmental Constraints and Their Impact on Ancillary Service Production 62 2004 2005
Stitt, Steve Optimization Improvements to Increase Energy Production and Extend Equipment Life 441 2004 2005
Svoboda, Connie Debris Clogging Assessment of Dams 20102 2020 2020
Svoboda, Connie Improving the Range of Hydraulic Performance of Type III Stilling Basins 4925 2011 2012
Svoboda, Connie Methodology to Determine the Presence of Submerged Hydraulic Jumps at Low-Head Hydraulic Structures 21020 2021 2021
Svoboda, Connie Public Safety of Reclamation Low-Head Dams 1799 2016 2016
Swihart, Jay Durability Testing of Composite Materials for Reclamation Pipelines 9777 2016 2018
Talbot, Mike Dynamic Cone Penetration Test for Liquefaction Evaluation of Grevelly Soils 7102 2017 2017
Thiemann, Meghan Scoping of future research opportunities to reduce impacts of fugitive dust on Reclamation’s lands at the Salton Sea and understand impacts of a receding Salton Sea on the Colorado River basin 20043 2020 2020
Thiemann, Meghan Stakeholder Outreach and Exploration of Dust Mitigation and Suppression Strategies for Exposed Playa at the Salton Sea 21013 2021 2021
Tibbs, Kevin Explore the Feasibility of using Unmanned Aircraft Systems in managing Rockfall Hazard Areas 7109 2017 2019
Tordonato, David Additive Manufacturing Investigation and Demonstration for Hydropower Applications 19085 2019 2021
Tordonato, David Field Scale-up testing of Foul Release Coatings 5270 2013 2015
Tordonato, David Finding a Green Alternative to Vinyl Resin Coatings 8835 2015 2017
Tordonato, David Investigation of Molybdenum Disulfide and Tungsten Disulfide as Additives to Coatings for Foul Release Systems 1417 2011 2011
Tordonato, David Investigation of corrosion inhibitors in protective coastings 1703 2017 2017
Tordonato, David Investigation of corrosion resistant primers, barrier topcoats and duplex systems 1850 2018 2020
Tordonato, David Laboratory Evaluation of Metalized Coatings for Use on Reclamation Infrastructure 9818 2011 2012
Tordonato, David Robotic Non-Destructive Inspection of Hydraulic Streel Structures 22064 2022 2023
Tordonato, David Study to Determine the Feasibility of Overcoating Coal Tar Enamel with Foul Release Coatings 3104 2011 2011
Torrey, Jessica Composites Research Roadmap 9940 2015 2015
Torrey, Jessica Corrosion Mitigation System Monitoring 4108 2015 2017
Torrey, Jessica Critical Review of PCCP at Reclamation 7108 2017 2019
Torrey, Jessica Demonstration of USACE Corrosion Protection System Inspection and Monitoring Advancements 19283 2019 2021
Torrey, Jessica Effect of Chlorine vs. Chloramine Treatment Techniques on Materials Degradation in Reclamation Infrastructure 6871 2013 2013
Torrey, Jessica Localization and Spectroscopic Techniques for the Detection of Corrosion on Rebar in Concrete 5213 2014 2014
Torrey, Jessica Mobile Information Collection Application (MICA) Implementation Plan 7876 2015 2015
Torrey, Jessica Novel Methods for the Detection of Corrosion on Rebar in Concrete 1943 2015 2017
Torrey, Jessica PCCP Inspection Truthing and Educational Demonstration 19275 2019 2021
Torrey, Jessica Safe Underwater Corrosion Condition Assessment of Structures 4279 2016 2018
Torrey, Jessica USBR-NIST Exploratory Research Symposium 3913 2015 2015
Torrey, Jessica Use of Tablet Computers for Field and Lab Work 6816 2014 2014
Turcotte, Roger Potentiodynamic Polarization Testing of Zinc Anodes in Natural Waters 8623 2015 2015
Turcotte, Roger Potentiodynamic Polarization Testing to Confirm the Suitability of Zinc Anodes in Natural Waters Specific to Reclamation 6793 2014 2014
Von Fay, Kurt Bond Quality of Fiber Reinforced Polymer (FRP) Concrete Strengthening Systems 3780 2005 2006
Von Fay, Kurt Coatings and Sealers to Treat Concrete Deterioration 8232 2013 2013
Von Fay, Kurt Computer Modeling to Predict Service Life of Concrete Structures 1065 2004 2006
Von Fay, Kurt Developing Advanced Construction Materials to Improve, Repair, and Maintain Reclamation's Concrete Structures 362 2004 2006
Von Fay, Kurt Development of Performance Criteria for Surface Preparation of Concrete Substrates Prior to Repair and Overlay 1137 2017 2017
Von Fay, Kurt Evaluating Methods to Seal Leaking Contraction Joints in Dams 3191 2014 2014
Von Fay, Kurt Evaluation of Thin Repair Materials for Concrete 1616 2009 2010
Von Fay, Kurt Long-term Performance of Cut-off Walls to Prevent Seepage in Dams 1966 2011 2011
Von Fay, Kurt Modern Methods and Materials to Seal Small Leaks and Cracks in Concrete 1067 2004 2006
Von Fay, Kurt Moisture Content Requirements for Effective Concrete Repairs 6629 2011 2013
Von Fay, Kurt Repair Material Compatibility Requirements for Long Term Concrete Repairs 385 2014 2014
Von Fay, Kurt Scoping Study on New Technologies to Halt Concrete Shrinkage and Cracking 6330 2011 2011
Wahl, Tony Boundary Layer and Aerated Flow Effects on Hydraulic Jacking in Spillway Chutes 22039 2022 2024
Wahl, Tony Measuring Erodibility of Embankment Soils Containing Gravel 4104 2012 2013
Wahl, Tony Physical Hydraulic Modeling of Canal Breaches 8442 2010 2012
Wahl, Tony Tools to Support Design of Coanda-Effect Screens for Debris Exclusion and Fish Protection 19233 2019 2020
Wahl, Tony Uplift Pressure and Flow through Open Offset Joints in Spillway Chutes 19170 2019 2021
Walker, Kent Intake Vortex Formation and Suppression at Hydropower Facilities 6359 2016 2016
Weber, Grace Engineering and Maintenance for Cathodic Protection Systems Combined with Vinyl Coatings 22037 2022 2024
Weber, Grace Impact of Specimen Geometry and Polarized Potential on Cathodic Disbondment Testing for Protective Coatings 8100 2019 2019
Weber, Grace Leak Repair Demonstrations for Pressurized Mechanical Systems 20074 2020 2022
Weems, James Improving Productivity and Product Development Using Building Information Modeling 1683 2014 2014
Weems, James The Holy Grail of Additive Manufacturing - 3D Metal Printing 1737 2017 2017
White, Janet Verification that Type V Cement is required for CLSM with high sulfate native soils 2840 2013 2015
Winslow, David Facility Management of Reclamation's Dams - O&M Integration of the Unified Intelligent Model 19182 2019 2021
Winslow, David Facility Management of Reclamation's Dams - The Unified Intelligent Model 9748 2016 2018

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