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Delivering Solutions that Connect
The work we do connects communities to each other and connects us to our clients.
Whilamut Passage / Eugene, OR
We’ve grown, but there are some things we’ll never change.
In 1966, a small team of bridge engineers founded OBEC as a subsidiary of a construction company in Springfield, Oregon. In 1971, they struck out on their own, bringing with them a strong sense of the connection between office engineering, field construction, and the role infrastructure plays in our quality of life. More than 50 years later, while we do a lot more than just bridges, our tradition of quality remains unchanged.
OBEC and DOWL Announce Merger
Together, we will bring an expanded range of services and a deeper bench of expertise over a broader geographic area.
Our Services: Putting Quality Into Practice
As a full-service engineering consultant, our work across the Pacific Northwest is varied — but no matter the project, we make sure to deliver solutions that connect.
Bridges
After more than half a century designing bridges,
we’ve become experts on all bridge types.
Environmental
We've got your natural resource, environmental, and land use permitting needs covered.
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Inspection
Our inspectors provide services on a wide range of transportation, waterfront and utility projects.
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Roadways
Our civil engineering experts tackle more than just roadways — but it's all about transportation.
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Structures
Our licensed structural engineers work on some of the most critical infrastructure in our everyday lives.
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Surveying
Our talented surveyors have honed their skills on a broad range of project types.
Learn MoreMinto Island Bridge — Time-Lapse
This iconic 305-foot-long inclined arch bridge provides a sweeping connection to downtown Salem and more than 30 miles of multi-use trails.
OBEC Tweets @OBEC_Engineers
Congratulations to Nick Polenske in our Lake Oswego office, who just earned his professional engineer (PE) license… t.co/QAMYRjkJ6O
Today's #GoogleDoodle celebrates Seiichi Miyake, inventor of Tenji Blocks: raised bumps & bars on pavement to help… t.co/jSAA0TcIl4
Thought the humble stop sign couldn't be improved? Think again! t.co/w8g8Emc01J
Please join us in congratulating Claire Mueller, who has earned her Senior Right of Way Professional (SR/WA) design… t.co/KKSymyQkhd
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