A professional society for civil engineers that publishes standards, technical papers and infrastructure information.
The American Society of Civil Engineers, known as ASCE, describes itself as a professional society that represents civil engineers and advances the profession. Its website covers publications, standards, education and infrastructure topics. Retaining walls, slopes, drainage and loads are all civil engineering subjects, so owners in Nashville often hear about engineering practice when a wall is tall, heavily loaded or near a structure.
We are an independent firm and are not part of ASCE. A wall that needs engineering is designed by a qualified engineer who signs the plans, and we build to those plans. We explain what engineering means in plain language and help you understand when it is likely to be needed. The official site is a good place to read about the profession, and we are glad to talk through how an engineer, a contractor and you can work together.
Visit the official ASCE website
A membership group for civil engineers.
Publications about design and construction topics.
Roads, water and public works.
Learning for engineers and the public.
Designs, stamps and reviews plans.
Helps you ask better questions.
Wall Rebuild and ResetTaking down and rebuilding walls that have shifted, using the original materials where possible on a corrected base.Explore 
Emergency Wall Failure ResponseRapid assessment and stabilization when a wall collapses, slides or threatens a home, driveway or neighbor.Explore 
Industrial Retaining WallsHeavy-duty walls for warehouses, plants, yards and truck areas that carry large loads and abuse.Explore 
Parking Lot and Roadway Retaining WallsWalls that support lots, access roads and entrances on sloped sites, with drainage and traffic safety in mind.Explore 
Soldier Pile and Lagging WallsSteel piles drilled or driven into the ground with timber or concrete lagging between, for tight sites and…Explore 
Shoring and Temporary Earth SupportTemporary walls, bracing and trench protection that keep excavations safe while permanent work goes in.Explore 
Retaining Wall InspectionA careful look at an existing wall's condition, drainage and movement, with a plain-language report.Explore 
Annual Maintenance and CareYearly check-ups that clear drains, tidy plantings, spot small problems and keep walls looking and working their best.Explore Size a wall, plan tiers or ballpark a budget.
Retaining Wall Size and Material CalculatorEnter wall length and height to see face area, block count, base stone, drain pipe and geogrid layers to plan for.Try it 
Retaining Wall Tier and Slope PlannerEnter slope height and distance to see how many tiers may suit the grade, how far apart to space them and how wide the shelves can be.Try it 
Retaining Wall Budget PlannerPick a wall type, set the size and add extras to see a ballpark planning range. Placeholder values only.Try it Taller walls and walls with heavy loads usually do. Local rules decide, and we help you find out.
It describes itself as a professional society. You hire an engineer directly.
No. We are an independent retaining wall company and are not part of ASCE. We explain what it publishes in plain language and help you apply it to your own project.
ResourceCMHAA trade association for concrete masonry and hardscape products that shares technical resources, design guidance and industry news.Learn more ResourceASTMA standards organization that publishes technical standards for materials, testing and products used in construction.Learn more ResourceTennessee 811The one-call service that notifies utility owners so buried lines can be marked before digging begins.Learn more ResourceOSHAA federal agency page about safe trenching and excavation work, including protective systems and hazards.Learn more Call us and describe your slope or your wall. We will look at your site, talk through options and give you a clear written estimate.
