HEI’s team is excited to attend, sponsor, and present at the 2025 Annual Red River Basin Commission (RRBC) Land and Water International Summit Conference, which will be held January 14-16 at the Alerus Center in Grand Forks, ND.
This event will examine how residents, organizations, and government agencies work to achieve basin-wide commitment to comprehensive integrated watershed stewardship and management.
Join us for a series of engaging presentations where our experts will delve into innovative solutions and strategies for sustainable water management across the Red River Basin. Visit our booth to learn more about our solutions and clients’ success stories. See you there!
Learn more on the conference website.
Incorporating Resiliency into Watershed Projects
Presented by Zach Herrmann
Join us for an enlightening presentation by Zach Herrmann on the critical topic of resiliency in public infrastructure investment. With natural disasters becoming more frequent and severe, there is a growing demand for projects that can withstand such events. This presentation will focus on the Sand Hill River Watershed District (SHRWD) in Minnesota, where a dedicated project team is developing solutions to address flooding, erosion, habitat water quality, and recreation. Funded by Minnesota’s recent initiatives, the SHRWD aims to create a resilient project that meets the region’s diverse needs for generations to come. This session is essential for anyone interested in sustainable infrastructure and environmental resilience.
Stony Creek Restoration Project
Presented by Bennett Uhler
We invite you to an insightful presentation on the Stony Creek Restoration Project, where the Buffalo-Red River Watershed District and the Minnesota DNR have restored 6 miles of stream and 170 acres of habitat along Stony Creek. Bennett Uhler will discuss the project’s development stages, including design, permitting, and funding, as well as the crucial role of landowner partnerships. This session offers valuable insights into environmental restoration, sustainable water management, and community collaboration, making it a must-attend for anyone interested in these fields.
Restoring Fish Passage in the Red River Basin
Presented by Ted Rud
Join us for an engaging presentation on Restoring Fish Passage in the Red River Basin, where efforts to retrofit four dams on the Otter Tail River with Rock Arch Rapids have significantly improved fish migration. Ted Rud will discuss the strategies, challenges, and outcomes of these projects, highlighting how these rapids have enabled diverse fish species, including lake sturgeon, walleye, and northern pike, to access upstream spawning and feeding habitats. This session offers valuable insights into river restoration and fish passage efforts, emphasizing the importance of reconnecting habitats to support biodiversity and ecosystem health.