Butler, Fairman & Seufert, Inc.

On #WorldWaterDay, let’s take action to reduce sediment pollution and keep our waterways clean. Sediment runoff harms ecosystems and water quality, but together, we can make a difference through sustainable practices. Our Water Resources, Environmental, and Stormwater teams are dedicated to protecting and restoring Indiana’s water—because every effort today helps secure cleaner water for future generations!

A new residence hall is being constructed at Purdue University, south of an existing student housing facility. This eight-story, 252,525 square-foot building will bring eight hundred ninety-six beds to campus. As part of the project, StormTrap provided an underground stormwater detention system using 7’-0” SingleTrap pieces. See photos below of the eleven-piece basin that was installed underneath a roadway. This system manages over 7,000 cubic feet of water on-site. Application: Detention | Number of Basins: 1 | Product Used: 7’-0” SingleTrap | Number of Pieces: 11 | Total Water Stored: 7,067 cf | Foundation: Concrete | Consulting Engineer: Butler, Fairman & Seufert, Inc. | Installing and General Contractor: F.A. Wilhelm Construction Contact Valerie Forsyth for projects in Indiana, Kentucky, and Ohio! #StormwaterManagement #StormwaterSolutions #DetentionSystem #Indiana

Saturday was the Central Indiana Regional Science and Engineering Fair hosted by Marian University Indianapolis. Our own, Julia Carrillo, had the opportunity to participate as a judge, engaging with junior and senior division students, exploring their innovative projects, and asking thought-provoking questions. It was a rewarding experience to support and encourage the next generation of scientists and engineers!

It's #NationalSurveyorsWeek! This week, we recognize the essential role surveyors play in shaping our communities. At BF&S, we rely on surveyors to lay the groundwork for our successful engineering projects! Join us celebrating our surveyors for their dedication to precision and accuracy!

We are pleased to announce Alex Pohl, PE, has joined BF&S as our second Project Director. Alex will be complementing Stephen Wilson, PE, our other Project Director, who works out of our Evansville office. Alex brings valuable expertise to this role, joining us with experience at two national firms. His background and industry relationships will enhance our ability to deliver innovative, high-quality solutions for our clients. “We are excited to tap into Alex’s experience and the fresh perspective he brings,” said BF&S President, David Lahey, PE. “His understanding of industry trends and best practices will help us continue to refine our approach and drive successful outcomes for the communities we serve.” Join us in welcoming Alex! 

We’re less than a week away from Purdue Road School, and several of our team members will be sharing their expertise on a variety of topics! We can’t wait to catch up with industry peers, meet new professionals, and connect throughout the event. See you at Purdue!

We had an excellent time at the Parks Foundation of Hendricks County lunch last week! It was great to see some familiar faces and celebrate the parks and trails of Hendricks County! 

Happy Employee Appreciation Day! This week, we took some time to celebrate our incredible employees across our offices. Each office found its own way to say “thank you,” from bagels from a favorite local shop to donuts to team lunches out. No matter how we celebrated, the message was the same: We appreciate you!

Pay Dirt 2025, hosted by our friends at Elkhart County Soil and Water Conservation District and supported by Elkhart County Stormwater Partnership, is a wrap! We could not be happier with the turnout and valuable experience Pay Dirt provided to attendees. Our very own Stormwater Specialist, Sue Bock, took the stage as a Speaker this year, sharing her expertise on SWPPP Success: Practical Tips for Design Consideration and Field Implementation. Afterward, Sue jumped into the podcast world, joining Stormwater World Podcast host Ty Garmon, and Phil Anderson, Chief ReThinker at ReThink, for a live Q&A session. We are looking forward to seeing familiar faces at the next event, when the Pay Dirt In-Field hits the road! This year’s event will take place at the Hamilton County Fairgrounds on August 14th and 15th. See you there!

We were excited to attend the groundbreaking on Friday for the IndyGo Blue Line, the final piece of Indy’s rapid bus transit network! Spanning 24 miles, the Blue Line will connect the Indianapolis International Airport to Cumberland, providing safe, reliable transportation for residents across the city. The event highlighted how this project will enhance mobility, improve access to jobs, schools, and essential services, and create safer transit options — especially for students and families who rely on public transportation every day.