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Project Spotlight: Marketplace Roadway Written by: Rachel Washington and Chris Buttermore St. Johns Marketplace, located off SR 207 in St. Augustine, has experienced substantial changes to both the infrastructure and development. We are proud to have contributed our expertise in master infrastructure design and permitting to facilitate the division and development of the entire marketplace …

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Enhancing Traffic Safety: A Civil Engineer’s Perspective Written by: Rachel Washington As cities like St. Augustine continue to grow and traffic congestion becomes increasingly prevalent, ensuring the safety of road users has become a paramount concern for civil engineers. Traffic safety encompasses a broad range of factors, including road design, traffic management, and public awareness. …

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Celebrating National Professional Engineer (PE) Day Written by: Rachel Washington National Professional Engineer (PE) Day provides an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of professional engineers and honor their invaluable contributions. Within the vast field of engineering, civil engineering stands out as a cornerstone discipline that shapes our built environment. From designing and constructing infrastructure to …

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How Roadway Engineering Has Advanced Over Time Written by: Rachel Washington and Tyler Smith, PE Roadway engineering is the branch of civil engineering that deals with the design, construction, and maintenance of highways, bridges, and other roads. Roadway engineering is a vital part of our infrastructure, and it plays a crucial role in our economy …

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Matthews | DCCM adds architecture service line Matthews | DCCM is thrilled to announce the expansion of our firm with the addition of Architectural services. This expansion reflects our commitment to meeting the evolving needs of our clients and delivering comprehensive solutions.  With the introduction of Architecture to our range of services, we are excited …

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Project Spotlight: Stillwater Written by: Rachel Washington Stillwater is a thoughtfully designed community for individuals aged 55 and above located in St. Johns, FL. Lennar, the trusted homebuilder, is responsible for constructing the houses in this neighborhood. Situated alongside an impressive 18-hole golf course created by Bobby Weed, the development showcases Next Gen® homes and …

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Project Spotlight: Beaver Toyota Written by: Rachel Washington Matthews | DCCM is providing civil engineering and landscape architecture services for the new Beaver Toyota dealership project. Situated within the St. Johns Marketplace on SR 207 in St. Augustine, Florida, this project plays a crucial role in the overall master plan for the marketplace. The Beaver …

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Everything You Need To Know About Land Development In Civil Engineering Written by: Rachel Washington and Alex Acree, PE Land development is a branch of civil engineering that involves the planning, design, and construction of infrastructure projects on undeveloped land. It is often referred to as site development or site engineering. The land development field …

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Creating A Landscape That Is Environmentally Friendly Written by: Kristy Buttermore & Eric Lanehart, PLA, ISA As the population grows and the demand for resources increases, it is more important than ever to be conscious of our impact on the environment. One way to do this is to create an environmentally friendly landscape for your …

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The Benefits of Landscape Architecture on Health & Wellbeing Written by: Rachel Washington There are many ways that landscape architecture can contribute to improving our health and well-being. For example, designing green spaces that not only look beautiful but also provide opportunities for physical activity and social interaction can help us stay active and connected …

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