Capabilities
- Investigation of coastal and ocean processes
- State-of-the-art numerical modelling of hydrodynamics, waves, water quality and sediment transport
- Assessment of the impacts of dredging and dredged material management
- Planning and impact assessments for works in coastal, estuarine and port environments
- Assessment of storm surge and coastal flooding
- Ocean outfalls – site selection and water quality impact assessment
- Cooling water intakes and heated discharge studies
- Integrated coastal zone management
- Estuary management studies
- Design of data collection and monitoring programs
- Oceanographic data collection
Overview
Coastal environments are continuously reshaped by the natural processes of tide, waves, erosion and deposition. There is increasing pressure on the Australian, and worldwide, coastline from the competing needs of commercial, recreational and residential interests and careful planning and comprehensive assessment is required to preserve these complex coastal dynamics and safeguard our magnificent coastlines for future generations.
Water Technology is a one of Australia’s leading coastal and ocean engineering consultancies offering a comprehensive range of services to the coastal community. With staff benefiting from over 30 years experience in the industry, we provide the understanding and technical excellence necessary to meet these specialised engineering and environmental challenges. We combine leading edge technology with outstanding project experience to deliver economic and environmentally sustainable solutions.
We have experience in all facets of the coastal environment, from inter-tidal regions to deep sea ocean conditions; from ecological assessments to structural appraisals. Project dimensions cover an expansive range from regional climate change studies to local boat ramp dredging applications.
Selected Projects
Adelaide Desalination Plant
Client: Adelaide Aqua
Water Technology was commissioned by Hatch SMEC JV on behalf of Adelaide Aqua to develop and validate the final design of the outfall diffuser of the Adelaide Desalination Project. The primary objectives of the analysis and modelling were to demonstrate initial dilution of the saline concentrate discharge equivalent to 50:1, and rapid dispersion of the saline concentrate into the surrounding sea water. Read More…
Adelaide Desalination Dredge Modelling
Client: Adelaide Aqua
Water Technology was commissioned by Adelaide Aqua to develop a hydrodynamic model of the Gulf St Vincent. The modelling investigation is being undertaken in order to gain an improved understanding of the complex hydrodynamic processes which occur in the LCC with a view to informing improved management decision making in the future. Read More…
Wyndham Harbour EES
Client: Watsons Pty & Prudentia
Water Technology was commissioned by Watsons and Prudentia to assess the hydrodynamics, wave protection and coastal process impacts of the proposed Wyndham Harbour development, and assist in the production of an EES. Read More…
Potential Tidal Power Investigation
Client: Tenax Energy
Water Technology was commissioned by Tenax Energy to investigate and assess the potential for tidal power generation in five areas around Australia, those listed above. The scope of the work includes setting up numerical models of the selected areas and calibrating against tides constructed from tidal constituents. Thereafter, retrieving the velocity of the tidal current at given locations to calculate the power generation potential. The investigations made use numerical modelling with MIKE21 HD, which were calibrated using known tidal information. Read More…
Coastal Processes Review Queenscliff, Victoria
Client: Parks Victoria
Water Technology in association with Vantree Pty Ltd was engaged by Parks Victoria to undertake a review of the more recent coastal processes occurring at Queenscliff. The implications of the coastal processes on the functional use of the Pier were considered and recommendations were provided for managing the coastal processes and maintenance of the Pier. The coastal processes that affect the shoreline near Queenscliff are well known and have been subject to numerous studies over the last 30 or more years. In addition there is good aerial photography of the area dating back to 1939 and so the response of the coast to the various engineering constructions near the Queenscliff Cut, to the seawall construction between Point Lonsdale and Queenscliff and to the changes in the dredging practices at Queenscliff are well documented and understood. Read More…
Mornington Safe Harbour EES
Client: Mornington Boat Haven Ltd & SKM
Water Technology was commissioned by SKM on behalf of Mornington Boat Haven Limited to assess the hydrodynamics, wave protection and coastal process impacts of the proposed changes to the Mornington Harbour.The new Safe Harbour included an offshore wavescreen and an upgrade of the existing pier to provide safe mooring to 750 boats at Mornington. Under current conditions, the moored boats are not well protected and are required to be removed during the winter months. Read More…