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Adam Prochaska

Project Manager

About

Adam specializes in geotechnical and geological engineering for dam and reservoir projects.  Since joining RJH in 2006, he has developed specialized experience implementing site investigations and performing complex seepage and slope stability evaluations including two- and three-dimensional modeling.  Adam has served as Lead Geotechnical Engineer for over 25 new dam and dam rehabilitation projects. He has also served as a Geotechnical and Geologic Subject Matter Expert for ten FERC Part 12D Comprehensive Assessments.

Adam graduated from Colorado School of Mines with a Ph.D. in Geologic Engineering, Purdue University with an M.S. in Civil Engineering with a focus in geotechnical engineering, and University of Wisconsin-Platteville with a B.S. in Civil Engineering.  He is a registered professional engineer in four states and a registered professional geologist in three states.

Expertise

  • Geologic site characterization
  • Geotechnical investigations
  • Seepage and slope stability modeling
  • Geostructural applications
  • Groundwater modeling
  • Construction services

Notable Projects