Dams, Storage and Hydropower
Impactful Infrastructure
There are over 92,000 reservoirs in the United States serving a wide range of purposes, including water supply, irrigation, flood control, hydropower and recreation. On average, these structures operate for over 60 years before requiring significant upgrades. Over the past six decades, Kiewit has played a key role in strengthening North America’s water infrastructure — completing more than 500 surface water storage projects, including dams, levees and hydropower facilities across nearly every U.S. state and Canadian province or territory.
Expert Delivery of Dams and Reservoirs
As the No. 4 contractor in dams and reservoirs according to ENR’s Top 400 Contractors list, Kiewit is a leader in this high-stakes sector where regulatory requirements and infrastructure demands are critical. With rapid and unprecedented growth in the dams market, Kiewit meets the needs of growing populations, hydropower demands and climate-driven challenges with unmatched precision.
Innovative Water Storage Solutions
Water storage is facing challenges from climate change, sedimentation and aging infrastructure. Kiewit excels in building, revamping and replacing reservoirs to meet today’s needs. Our collaborative approach mitigates risk, ensuring cost and schedule certainty from development through commissioning.
Driving Renewable Energy
Hydropower, the world’s largest source of renewable electricity, is clean, cost-effective and seamlessly integrates with solar and wind. It provides approximately 30% of U.S. renewable energy and offers dependable, 24/7 power while preserving water resources. With over $10 billion in hydropower project experience, Kiewit delivers cutting-edge, multidisciplinary solutions for North America’s most advanced hydroelectric facilities, supporting the shift to sustainable energy.