Engineering Days (E-Days)
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Senior Design Showcase

Each year, undergraduate engineering students showcase their senior design projects to the campus community. Join us on April 18 for E-Days 2025!

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102 CEE Seniors
17 Design Projects
1 Innovative Day

2024 Award Winners

1st Place: Sustainable Solutions Cookstoves

Kay Willock, Cavin Alderfer, Mohsen Alherz, Macayla Scheidt, Devin Walsh, and Jordan Blake

2nd Place: South Fork Aquatic Engineering

Will Undy, Charlotte George, Evan Storick, Laiken O'Rourke, Alex Scott, and Keely McDaniel

3rd Place: Cam Crossing: CPTED Design

Aaron Powers, Ashley Schuler, Mohammed Alharbi, Karina Gonzalez, and Jennifer Valencia

2025 Senior Design Projects

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Buena Vida Engineering: Arkansas River Restoration

Project ID: 3

Students:

Savannah Buyan, Luke Eddington, Anna Saathoff, Benji Schatz, Cole Toth, Reeves Wester
The purpose of this project is to improve the recreational experience for visitors in Buena Vista. Upstream of the first feature in the Buena Vista Whitewater Park is a stretch of the Arkansas River that is relatively wide and shallow. This area is popular with anglers, people enjoying the view, and boaters who are waiting to use the boat ramp below the first feature. However, the geometry of the river poses a few issues. Significant erosion has occurred on the trail adjacent to the river, and the area provides no velocity refuge that would be beneficial to both fish habitat and boaters who are fighting the current while waiting to exit the river. With the help of the Town of Buena Vista, a solution will be created to mitigate erosion, improve fish habitat, and create a positive experience for all recreational users in Buena Vista.
Department:
Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering
Sponsors:
Town of Buena Vista: Earl Richmond, Trout Unlimited: Chris Lamson, TopoMatters: Brian Yohn
Advisors:
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Castor Conservation Corps: Beaver Creek Stream Restoration

Project ID: 15

Students:

Amy Hood, Gabby Lockey, Mattie Morris, Julie Robinson, Mekala Stiffler, Sam Swing
This project, sponsored by the U.S. Forest Service and guided by Christopher Carroll, focuses on restoring degraded riverscapes in the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests of northern Colorado. The goal is to enhance beaver populations and improve watershed resilience in Beaver Creek, a stream threatened by climate-driven stressors such as wildfires, drought, and erosion. By implementing low-tech process-based restoration techniques, this project seeks to mimic natural processes that stabilize streambanks, reconnect floodplains, and create suitable conditions for beaver recolonization. Through ecological assessment and hydrologic analysis, our team is developing a restoration plan tailored to the unique conditions of the watershed. This work will help expand and preserve the riparian area, supporting long-term stream resilience and ecological health.
Department:
Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering,
Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering
Sponsors:
U.S. Forest Service: Christopher Carroll
Advisors:
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Creative Authentics: CSU Clark Building Structural Design

Project ID: 14

Students:

Turki Almutairi, Dustin Horn, Nate Meier, Ashley Nyquist, Alfonso Pichardo, Bryan Shuler
The Clark Building Addition, sponsored by KL&A Engineers and Builders, is a project tasked with redesigning Clark's B wing. The old building was a single-story bridge connecting wings A and C together and mainly consisted of office space with an outside corridor below. The new 120,000-square-foot building, starting from the ground, is four stories and will incorporate classrooms, offices, labs, and student study areas. With the rising admissions rates at CSU, the new B wing will provide more areas for students to learn and succeed in their degrees of study.
Department:
Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering
Sponsors:
KL&A Engineers & Builders: Nate Deanda and James Andrus
Advisors:
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Elevation Engineering: Poudre Fire Station 7 Design

Project ID: 7

Students:

Abdullah Alajmi, Alex Baird, Ayden Maulick, Blake Peters, Josh Reyes, Uel Whitehead
We are creating the structural framework for the new and improved Poudre Fire Authority Station #7 in Laporte, Colorado. Essentially, we are designing the "bones" of the fire station—the strong and stable foundation, beams, and supports that will ensure the building is safe and sturdy for firefighters and the community. With guidance from engineering professionals, we are using advanced software and real-world plans to make sure our design meets safety and building standards. This project is an exciting opportunity to apply what we've learned in school to a real-life structure that will serve and protect the public.
Department:
Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering
Sponsors:
Martin/Martin
Advisors:
Jordan Jarrett
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Flow Hydro Engineering: Spring Creek Channel Realignment

Project ID: 1

Students:

Anthony Huber, Lucas Huesman, Dylan Isbell, Quentin Loxtercamp, Connor McVay, Peyton Wilson
The Spring Creek Channel Realignment Project is all about fixing a flooding problem in Fort Collins, Colorado. Right now, a bike path crosses Spring Creek twice in a short distance, but the culverts (tunnels that let water flow underneath) cannot handle heavy storms, causing debris buildup and potential flooding. Our team of civil and environmental engineers from Colorado State University is designing a better system to improve water flow, reduce flood risks, and make the trail safer. We are studying stormwater patterns, exploring different solutions, and developing a long-term fix that keeps the area safe and functional, even during extreme weather.
Department:
Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering
Sponsors:
Wilson & Company: Daniel Evans
Advisors:
Christopher Thornton
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Greenback Consulting: Fish Barrier Design

Project ID: 17

Students:

Ryan Clifford, Abby Dall, Branch DeMersseman, Bretton Ronlund, Ben Schaub, Gus Trautwein
The purpose of this project, in collaboration with the US Forest Service, is to evaluate the applicability of emerging manufacturing techniques to the creation of fish barriers in remote stream reaches. Currently, many mountain stream reaches are under threat from invasive fish species, like the Brook Trout, entering their environment and out-competing native fish. Historically this issue has been solved by blocking passage upstream to these reaches with a constructed fish barrier, however these methods are invasive and cannot be used in more remote stream reaches or protected stream reaches. Our goal is to evaluate potential non-invasive building methods using emerging technology like handheld LiDAR scanning and additive manufacturing to create site specific barriers that don’t disrupt the natural environment.
Department:
Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering
Sponsors:
U.S. Forest Service: Chris Carroll, CPW: Matt Kondratieff
Advisors:
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MasterMinds Engineering: Timberline Underpass Design

Project ID: 12

Students:

Osvaldo Barreras-Lavalle, Jacob Carusone, Benjamen Forcier, Kaelyn Liberto, John Rugh, Rookhan Sherzad
The Timberline Underpass Design Project, sponsored by J-U-B Engineers, aims to enhance the recreational trail system in Fort Collins by designing a new trail segment alongside Carpenter Road. This will improve access to Fossil Creek Reservoir, and promote safe, non-motorized transportation options for residents and visitors. A key element of the Timberline project is the design and implementation of a bridge underpass at the Carpenter and Timberline intersection, separating trail users from vehicular traffic, and ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience. Designing an underpass trail crossing that meets current safety and accessibility standards, including compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act is the objective of this project. The underpass will provide a safe crossing and facilitate seamless connectivity within the existing transportation network. Additionally, this project will integrate with ongoing roadway improvements, fostering a cohesive infrastructure that supports both recreational and commuter needs while increasing the overall safety and accessibility of the area.
Department:
Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering
Sponsors:
JUB Engineers: Amanda Holtzclaw and Kyle Ritchie
Advisors:
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Ram River Rehab: Fossil/Stanton Creek Rehabilitation

Project ID: 13

Students:

Ahmad Aladwani, Keagan Beck, Amanda Beutter, Amelia Klapprodt, Tanner Rutigliano
Department:
Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering
Sponsors:
Jacobs
Advisors:
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Ramsportation Engineering: University Ave/Green Trail Design

Project ID: 8

Students:

Cameron Cromwell, Slade Hopper, Cyrus Ledesma, Bree Sippel, Phoenix Tran, Max Varsano
This project, sponsored by CSU Parking and Transportation Services, aims to redesign the University Avenue corridor to improve traffic flow, safety, and usability for all stakeholders. The current infrastructure suffers from poor design modifications, increased usage, and aging conditions, leading to inefficiencies in accommodating its biking and pedestrian traffic. This project focuses on redesigning University Avenue from the Lory Student Center to the Student Recreation Center, enhancing its role as the primary entrance to the CSU pedestrian mall. The redesign will prioritize traffic efficiency, pedestrian accessibility, and multi-modal transportation while maintaining safety and usability for all users. The key stakeholders are student traffic, emergency vehicles, event usage, and bus routes. The final design balances the need for high user capacity while ensuring a safe and efficient flow of multiple transportation forms, transforming the corridor into an inviting and effective gateway to the center of campus.
Department:
Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering
Sponsors:
CSU Parking and Transportation Services: Aaron Fodge, Nathan Vander Broek, Jessica Kramer, Emily Seems, and Cameron Phillips
Advisors:
Christopher Thornton and Chris Michalos
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Red Rocks Hydrotechnic: Kluver Dam Reassessment

Project ID: 5

Students:

Kendall Hollins, Matthew Muser, Ava Becker-Church, Samuel Carles Pedroza, Tye Henry, Grant Webster
Red Rocks HydroTechnic is conducting a comprehensive reassessment of Kluver Dam in Fort Collins, CO, to ensure compliance with updated Colorado dam safety regulations. This project involves hydrological, hydraulic, and geotechnical analyses to evaluate the dam’s hazard classification and spillway adequacy. Using advanced modeling software like HEC-RAS,  HEC-HMS, and Rocscience, we will assess flood risks, seepage, and slope stability, providing data-driven recommendations for potential structural modifications. Our findings will support regulatory compliance and enhance dam safety for surrounding communities. 
Department:
Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering
Sponsors:
Colorado Dam Safety
Advisors:
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Rock Solid Engineering: Heap Leach Facility Design

Project ID: 2

Students:

Ian Anwiler, Jack Baumbach, Alistair Mayfield, Mike Morris, Sawyer Slauson, Olivia Theophilus
At Rock Solid Engineering, the team is designing a heap leach facility in Eastern Europe. A heap leach facility involves taking the crushed-up ore that contains bits of gold and adding a special liquid called a leaching solution. As the leaching solution soaks into the heap, it dissolves the valuable metal and drips down the slope that the heap is placed on. Once the solution is collected at the bottom of the heap, the gold can be extracted out and the solution can be reused while repeating the process. Our design involves transportation around the site, piping of the solution, and stability of the heap ensuring controlled fluid flow and structural integrity for long-term operation of the mine.
Department:
Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering
Sponsors:
WSP: Olivia Clark, Ahmed Hussien, and Katie Sitler
Advisors:
Joseph Scalia IV
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Streamline Hydraulics: SH125 Denver Creek Culvert Design

Project ID: 9

Students:

Tristan Coolbeth, Jack Knox, Hans Olmsted, Logan Peters, Trevor Schneider, Kael Singer
In late 2020, the East Troublesome Fire burned nearly 200,000 acres of forest north of Granby, Colorado through Arapahoe National Forest and into the western reaches of Rocky Mountain National Park. Post wildfire landscapes in the western U.S. often result in mudslides and large amounts of moving debris which can damage areas lacking proper drainage. This project, sponsored by the Colorado Department of Transportation, aims to rehabilitate the affected Denver Creek culvert on SH125 and increase its ability to handle the new hydraulic demands induced by the dramatically altered landscape.  By replacing the outdated cross culvert with a design that considers higher and more sudden watershed flow as well as implementing upslope treatment, the rehabilitation of the highway can begin, ensuring that road closures and safety concerns are minimized.
Department:
Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering
Sponsors:
CDOT: Steven Griffen and Cooper Rockwell
Advisors:
Christopher Thornton and Chris Michalos
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Streamline Restorations: Sheep Creek LT-PBR Design

Project ID: 16

Students:

Vincent Flowers, Bruen Johnson, Diana Lelchuk, Audrey O'Malley, Emma Schmit, Alex Smith
Water quality and wildfire damage has been an increasing issue in Northern Colorado. Stream and floodplain health has a large role in both of these issues and has largely been damaged by loss of beavers in the region. Supported by the USFS, the purpose of this project is to improve these streams’ health by restoring the natural ecology and therefore the processes that make them more resilient to disasters and improve their water cleaning abilities. Low-Tech Process Based Restoration is a relatively new restoration technique that improves stream health by mimicking the habitat, and therefore ecological impact, of beavers. Streamline Restoration’s objective is to use this new technique to give Sheep Creek a more natural channel that will reconnect it to its floodplain and encourage its natural processes.
Department:
Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering
Sponsors:
US Forest Service: Christopher Carroll
Advisors:
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Streamline Solutions: Poudre River Streambank Restoration

Project ID: 11

Students:

Kaitlyn Blair, Novi Briggs, Maze D'Amico, Kate Kroening, Will McDonnell
Streamline Solutions is proud to collaborate with Trihydro on this Senior Design project. Our team of engineers has been tasked by the Larimer County Conservation District to develop a conceptual design for streambank restoration on a privately-owned reach of the Poudre River. The project focuses on stabilizing the streambank, reconnecting the floodplain, and enhancing the ecological health of the river. This particular river bend has historically been vulnerable to flooding and bank erosion, making restoration essential. By utilizing our engineering knowledge, modeling tools, and field data, Streamline Solutions aims to deliver a technically sound, sustainable streambank solution.
Department:
Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering
Sponsors:
Trihydro: Travis Rounsaville
Advisors:
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StreamLink Solutions: Culvert Fish Passage Desing

Project ID: 10

Students:

Lena Bagwell, Aidan Cushnie, Henry Eikermann, Gracie Gooch, Max Kleiner, Zach Ybarzabal
The purpose of this project, sponsored by Kiewit Corporation, is to design a fish passage culvert to replace the existing culvert at Site 16. The existing culvert is a 42-inch corrugated metal pipe (CMP) and has been classified as a barrier to fish. As Washington State is legally required to restore fish migration routes, StreamLink Solutions is designing a new structure that will improve the flow performance and ecological efficiency to help restore fish migration to native spawning grounds.
Department:
Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering
Sponsors:
Kiewit Inc.: Brinton Swift, Karl Squibbs, and Karl Brauer
Advisors:
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Terrasun Engineering: Solar Facility Civil Design

Project ID: 4

Students:

Hamood Al Bahri, Alhusain Al Yaqoubi, Delaney Dunlop, Chris Vikse, Raef Walker, Cait Way
Terrasun is providing civil site design for a 100MW solar facility spanning 1000 acres in Weld County. Our design begins with reviewing existing site conditions and running a predevelopment flood model to identify potential flooding hazards. Based on the flood model results, we will reshape the land to meet Weld County standards and design stormwater infrastructure to effectively manage runoff and increase longevity of the site. Additionally, our team will implement best management practices to ensure environmental health throughout the project. Finally, we will provide a comprehensive cost estimate and any design recommendations to optimize the site for future development.
Department:
Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering
Sponsors:
REVAMP Engineering: Austin Cannon, Jared Licht, Tom Anderson
Advisors:
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Vanguard Engineering: CSU Plaza CPTED Design

Project ID: 6

Students:

Sarah Afifi, Mohammed Alawadhi, Owen Buffington, Francisco Hernandez, Ernesto Lopez Gonzalez, Trinity Maldonado
This project aims to redesign the pathway from Newton’s Corner to Clark A to better accommodate bicycles, pedestrians, and motorized vehicles. By incorporating CPTED principles, the project will enhance natural surveillance, territorial reinforcement, access control, and wayfinding. The design will ensure unobstructed access for first responders and improve overall safety for all users. The goal is to create a secure, functional, and visually appealing environment that meets the needs of the diverse campus community.
Department:
Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering
Sponsors:
CSU Police Department: Kacie Theilman
Advisors:

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