Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
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Expert Water Resource Engineering Solutions in Sacramento, CA
Established in 1967, MBK Engineers has been a leader in providing comprehensive engineering and consulting services focused on water rights, flood control, water resource planning, and environmental documentation. Our team of professional engineers holds registrations in California, Nevada, and Oregon, supported by a registered land surveyor. We combine decades of experience with cutting-edge modeling tools and analytical techniques to address todays most pressing water resource challenges. Our extensive library of historical materials, including maps, government documents, and field research, enhances our ability to deliver informed, tailored solutions.We prioritize Integrity and Trust, Excellence/Professionalism, and Dedication to Clients, fostering lasting relationships through transparent collaboration. Our technical support staff offers CAD, GIS, cartography, and field services, ensuring holistic project execution. We remain deeply involved in modern water issues while honoring our legacy of expertise. Our values guide every interaction, promoting teamwork, individual excellence, and work-life balance. We are committed to maintaining economic stability while delivering innovative, client-centric engineering solutions.
Services
Water Rights
Flood Management
Hydrology and Hydraulics
System Operations
Delta Consulting
Environmental Documentation
Details
- Year established: 1967
Highlights and features
- Established in 1967 with deep expertise in water resource engineering.
- Team holds professional licenses in California, Nevada, and Oregon.
- Utilize cutting-edge modeling tools for modern water management challenges.
- Maintain an extensive library of historical hydrological data and maps.
- Commitment to client partnerships with transparent, ethical practices.
Services
Water Rights
We provide comprehensive water rights assessments and permitting, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. Our team leverages historical data and legal frameworks to secure and manage water allocations. Clients benefit from tailored strategies that balance ecological and operational needs, supported by expert testimony and documentation.
Flood Management
Our flood management services include risk assessment, levee design, and emergency response planning. Using advanced hydrological modeling, we create resilient infrastructure solutions to protect communities and assets. Clients gain actionable plans for disaster preparedness and mitigation, reducing long-term liabilities and enhancing public safety.
Hydrology and Hydraulics
We specialize in hydrological and hydraulic modeling to manage water distribution, floodplains, and drainage systems. Our expertise supports dam safety, reservoir operations, and watershed management projects. Clients receive data-driven insights to optimize water use, prevent erosion, and ensure infrastructure efficiency across diverse environmental conditions.
System Operations
Our system operations consulting optimizes water resource infrastructure through forecasting and adaptive management. We integrate real-time data to improve reservoir efficiency and drought resilience. Clients benefit from cost-effective strategies that align operational practices with evolving regulatory and environmental demands.
Delta Consulting
We address complex Delta ecosystem challenges with multidisciplinary solutions for habitat restoration and water conveyance. Our work balances ecological preservation with sustainable resource use. Clients gain strategic guidance for navigating regulatory frameworks and implementing large-scale restoration projects in vital estuary regions.
People
Don Trieu
Principal Engineer
Licensed professional engineer with 30+ years of experience in water resource management and infrastructure design across the Western U.S.
Patrick Ho
Partner
Over 25 years of expertise in flood control systems and regulatory compliance, leading major projects in California's Central Valley.
Naomi Tanaka
Assistant Engineer
Emerging professional specializing in water rights analysis, combining technical skills with historical documentation research to resolve complex allocation cases.
Pedro Valverde
Engineer
Licensed engineer with specialized knowledge in GIS applications for flood mapping and watershed modeling in arid regions.
Rebecca Money
Geotechnical Engineer
Registered geotechnical engineer addressing soil-structure interactions in levee systems and dam safety assessments across California and Oregon.
Questions
What engineering services does MBK Engineers specialize in?
We focus on water rights, flood management, hydrology, hydraulic modeling, Delta ecosystem planning, and system operations optimization for water infrastructure.
How long has MBK Engineers been in operation?
Since 1967, providing continuous engineering expertise in water resource management across California and neighboring states.
Do you handle emergency flood response projects?
Yes, we provide emergency flood fight coordination and post-event analysis to improve future resilience and infrastructure performance.
How do you ensure compliance with water regulations?
Our team combines regulatory expertise with historical data analysis to create legally sound water rights strategies and permitting solutions.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We operate throughout California, Nevada, and Oregon, with project experience spanning the Western United States water systems.
What makes your firm different from other engineering consultants?
Our unique combination of historical hydrological knowledge, advanced modeling capabilities, and multidisciplinary team ensures tailored, forward-thinking solutions for complex water challenges.
