Business Details
Expert Engineering & Surveying Services in Greenup, KY
At Howerton Engineering & Surveying, we are dedicated to delivering innovative design and development solutions for infrastructure that address the evolving needs of our communities. With offices in Greenup, Kentucky, and Portsmouth, Ohio, our firm provides strategic consulting, planning, engineering, architecture, program management, and construction management services to public and private sector clients. Our team specializes in civil, structural, and environmental engineering, land surveying, and mapping, with expertise in water distribution, stormwater management, transportation systems, and land development. Licensed in Kentucky, Ohio, West Virginia, and Florida, we prioritize cost-effective designs, timely execution, and collaboration with architects, developers, and local stakeholders.Our commitment to quality is reflected in our work on critical infrastructure projects, including FEMA levee certifications, floodplain management, and environmental permitting. We combine technical proficiency with a client-focused approach to transform project visions into reality while adhering to regulatory standards and sustainability principles. With decades of collective experience, our professionals bring precision and reliability to every project, ensuring long-term value for our clients and the communities we serve.
Services
Civil Engineering
Land Surveying
Infrastructure Design
Floodplain Management
Environmental Permitting
Highlights and features
- We offer licensed engineering services in four states with specialized expertise in infrastructure design.
- Our team delivers cost-saving, code-compliant solutions for public and private sector clients.
- We provide end-to-end project management from planning to construction oversight.
- Our engineers hold professional certifications in floodplain management and environmental permitting.
- We maintain long-standing relationships with local stakeholders and regulatory agencies.
Services
Civil Engineering
Our civil engineering services focus on water distribution systems, stormwater management, and public works infrastructure. We specialize in FEMA levee certifications, floodplain analysis, and EPA permitting for municipal and industrial clients. Our team ensures compliance with federal and state regulations while optimizing project efficiency and sustainability.
Land Surveying
We provide precise land surveying for property boundaries, topographic mapping, and construction staking. Our services include ALTA/ACSM surveys, GPS data collection, and GIS integration for developers, government agencies, and utility companies across multiple states.
Environmental Permitting
Our environmental permitting experts navigate complex regulatory frameworks for wetlands mitigation, endangered species coordination, and NPDES stormwater permits. We secure approvals from agencies like the US Army Corps of Engineers and Ohio EPA to ensure project viability.
Transportation Planning
We design multi-modal transportation systems including roads, bridges, pedestrian pathways, and traffic management solutions. Our KDOT and ODOT prequalified team conducts traffic impact studies, signalization planning, and safety improvements for urban and rural infrastructure.
Structural Engineering
Our structural engineering services cover foundation design, building systems analysis, and forensic evaluations. We provide inspections and retrofit solutions for commercial, institutional, and industrial facilities to meet safety and longevity standards.
People
Richard L. Howerton
President
Richard L. Howerton is a licensed Professional Engineer and Land Surveyor with over 30 years of experience in civil engineering and infrastructure projects. He specializes in floodplain management, FEMA certifications, and regulatory compliance across the Midwest and Southeastern United States.
Questions
What engineering services do you offer?
We provide civil, structural, and environmental engineering services including water systems, transportation planning, and regulatory compliance.
In which states are you licensed?
Our firm holds engineering licenses in Kentucky, Ohio, West Virginia, and Florida.
Do you handle land surveying projects?
Yes, we offer boundary surveys, topographic mapping, and construction staking services for public and private clients.
How do you manage environmental permitting?
We coordinate with agencies like the US Army Corps of Engineers to secure wetlands permits and stormwater certifications.
Can you assist with FEMA floodplain requirements?
Our team specializes in FEMA levee certifications and 44 CFR 65 floodplain management compliance.