David Shepherd joins HARC

We’re proud to announce that David Shepherd has recently joined HARC as a Hydrologist. David has recently graduated from Melbourne University with a Masters degree in Environment.  Prior to this, he worked as an exploration geologist in Western Australia. David’s arrival brings the HARC team to eight full-time staff, allowing us to continue to deliver a […]

HARC team contribute to Hydrology and Water Resources Symposium

Several members of the HARC team are attending and presenting at the 36th Hydrology and Water Resources Symposium in Hobart from December 7 to 10.  Peter Hill and Matt Scorah will be presenting on aspects of the updated guidance around loss rates and preburst rainfalls as part of the revision of Australian Rainfall and Runoff […]

HARC team contribute to ANCOLD conference

Several members of the HARC team will be contributing to the upcoming Australian National Committee on Large Dams (ANCOLD) conference in Brisbane (4th to the 6th of November).  Peter Hill is presenting on updates to national guidance on dam safety risk assessment and acceptable flood capacity.  Simon Lang and Chriselyn Meneses will be presenting on […]

MWH and HARC awarded West Gellibrand Dam upgrade

MWH have recently been awarded the functional and detailed design role for the upgrade of the West Gellibrand Dam, near Colac.  The dam is owned and operated by Barwon Water, and this project represents a significant investment by the authority into dam safety.  HARC are pleased to have been invited by MWH to assist with […]

HARC assists Liberian hydropower project

The Mt Coffee Dam and Hydroelectric Plant in Liberia is currently being rebuilt.  HARC has been engaged by the Liberian Electricity Corporation to provide an independent peer review of the dam flood hydrology and acceptable spillway capacity.  The reconstruction of the dam will provide the main source of electricity for much of Liberia, and we […]

HARC awarded Perth flood study

We are pleased to announce that HARC has been awarded the hydrology component of the Swan and Helena Rivers Flood Study.  The Swan River is one of the iconic sights of Perth, however lacks up to date estimates of design flood flows and water levels.  The Swan River catchment is notable for its size and […]