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AMERICAN SOCIETY OF CIVIL ENGINEERS
NORTH CAROLINA SECTION
EASTERN BRANCH
LUNCHEON
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NOTICE: This meeting is offered in-person and virtually. See below for details.
In-person registration closes at 5pm on Monday, September 14, 2026. Virtual registration is open until the day of the event.
Speaker: Wes Hutchins, PE
Date: Thursday, September 17, 2026
Topic: Calibrated Hydraulic Modeling Tuned to System Intricacies
Time: 12:00PM - 1:00PM
Summary: Water distribution systems are complex, interconnected, and nuanced systems that vary from place to place, and day to day. The operations staff serve as the unsung heroes of utility providers by solving real world problems under very strict time sensitive conditions. When a pipe breaks or pressure is lost somewhere in the system, it’s their job to implement a repair or redirect flow in a timely and efficient manner to maintain service to customers. An incredibly powerful tool in helping plan for, and assist in these situations is a calibrated hydraulic model tuned to the systems intricacies. This presentation will provide real world examples of how the City of Durham in North Carolina utilizes their calibrated hydraulic model of the water distribution system to overcome operational challenges that occur through thoughtful planning, preparedness, and quick action.
Bio: Wes Hutchins is a Senior Project Manager with McKim & Creed with over 10 years of experience in water/wastewater engineering. His past work has covered most facets of the industry including collection/distribution system planning and design, construction administration, regulatory review, and hydraulic modeling. Wes has been the Lead Hydraulic Modeler for the City of Durham in North Carolina for 8 years and provides operational support, capital improvements planning, and over system support. Additionally, Wes works with private clients to determine strategies and solutions to provide water and sewer service for large scale development projects.
Location: This luncheon will be held at the GlenLake 3 Event Space at 4300 Edwards Mill Road, Raleigh, North Carolina 27612
Parking: Free parking will be available in the adjacent parking garage. When entering the lobby at the 1st floor revolving doors, the event space will be to your right. Please email Isaac Dowless if you have any questions related to the facility.
Online: We are also offering a virtual-only option. Instructions and a link to the virtual meeting (via Zoom) will been sent to the registered participants. If you do not receive the login information, please contact us have the option to install software for a better viewing experience, but the video will otherwise play in a standard web browser. You will not need to create an account.
Fees:
$25 for ASCE Members
$30 for Non-ASCE Members and Guests
$10 for ASCE Life Members and Unemployed ASCE Members.
$10 for Virtual Only
Free for Students
Credit cards are accepted for pre-registration but not at the door. There is a Venmo payment option for pre-registration. If you are paying at the door, please bring cash or a check made out to "ASCE NC Eastern Branch".
RSVP: Our online system handles all registrations and payments. You can register and pay for the event online using your credit card. Even if you don't want to pay online, please use the online system to register. There are no additional fees, accounts, or passwords to remember. The online system will also allow you to specify if you prefer a vegetarian meal. Upon arrival at the event, just check-in at the registration table using your name.
We understand your schedule may change and you might not be able to make it to the event. Cancellations with refunds can be honored up until four days prior to the event by sending an email. If you are neither able to attend nor cancel in time, you may send a replacement.
PDH: To help Professional Engineers in attendance acquire 15 Professional Development Hour (PDH) units per license renewal period in accordance with 21 NCAC 56.1703, a one hour PDH certificate will be emailed to registered participants after the presentation.