Welcome John Brindle, Senior Project Advocate!

Welcome John Brindle, Senior Project Advocate! October 6, 2025 Welcome! Living the Legacy At Lamp Rynearson, we believe strong communities begin with strong advocates. That belief comes to life with the addition of John Brindle, who joins the firm as Senior Project Advocate under our Federal Government projects practice. John retired as a Lieutenant Colonel … Read more

Work Here Grow Here Scott Ward

After a 30 year career in Heavy Construction Management, Scott Ward joined Lamp Rynearson last year as a Construction Observer. When looking for the next step in his career, he came across our website. After looking through our featured projects, Scott decided that Lamp Rynearson was the right fit! He was particularly drawn to our stormwater and wastewater projects. … Read more

Spring into Action: Navigating the New Bat Roosting Season Regulations

As spring approaches, staying informed about the upcoming changes in the Bat Roosting Season, which spans from April 1 to October 31, is crucial. Recent surveys indicate that bat pups are arriving earlier, necessitating a shift in the no tree removal period to May 15 through July 31, instead of the previous June 1 to … Read more

Minimize Construction Disruptions with Trenchless Technologies

Pipe Burstin

At Lamp Rynearson, we constantly aim to provide the most efficient and cost-effective solution for our clients. Open trench construction on water and wastewater systems can be disruptive to communities. With innovation and technology in engineering and construction, there are more efficient options. Trenchless technologies make it possible for water and wastewater systems to be … Read more

Lake Lotawana Wastewater Treatment Plant

Lake Lotawana’s wastewater treatment plant No. 1 was in dire need of repair prior to the completion of this project. The existing package treatment plant basins were below grade, constructed of corrugated, galvanized metal. The primary cell of the original facultative lagoon had been retained as peak flow storage, but inadequate flow control was provided … Read more

New Clean Water Act – Waters of the US Rule has officially been Released! Here is an overview of changes: Interstate Waters – Removing interstate wetlands from the text of the interstate waters provision Tributaries – Removing the Significant nexus standard Adjacent Wetlands – Removing the Significant nexus standard Additional Waters – Removing the significant … Read more

Work Here Grow Here Aaron Grote

Aaron Grote once started as an intern with Lamp Rynearson because he “wanted to make sure he wanted to be an engineer.” Aaron found an internship opportunity with Lamp Rynearson through a family friend who gave him Terry’s business card; he has now worked with Lamp Rynearson for 20 years as a Senior Project Engineer. … Read more

TEST – Do Not Publish

In the labyrinth of modern urban landscapes and sprawling rural regions, the maintenance and management of infrastructure are paramount. However, the complexity and scale of these systems often present significant challenges. Enter Geographic Information Systems (GIS), a digital marvel that offers not just solutions, but a revolution in how we approach infrastructure management. Picture this: … Read more

CEO Moment: Legacy and New Beginnings

As the final days of 2024 approach, I find myself reflecting not only on this year but on the remarkable journey we’ve shared over the years. The 2020’s have been a continuous waltz of wicked problems and accelerated societal change. How we have navigated these world events is a powerful testament to what we can … Read more