1.) The Munz Lakes bridge required replacement to accommodate the construction of The Painted Turtle Lake Hughes in California. Several AquaDams were utilized for this project. The photo depicts one of the single closed-end (SCE) AquaDams. This particular unit was installed in a horseshoe or "U" shaped configuration off of the east side of the bridge.

2.) Here we can see the open end and fill-tubes have been positioned between the two trees. This SCE AquaDam is still being filled with water, notice the blue discharge hose?

3.) Here we can see the second SCE AquaDam, which was off of the west side of the bridge. This unit was installed in a line configuration. To ensure proper installation and functionality of a SCE AquaDam, it is essential to have a starting bank that maintains a higher elevation than the body of the AquaDam. The open end and fill-tubes of the SCE AquaDam must remain elevated above the full height of the dam along its designated path. It is important to note that an AquaDam will only reach its maximum height at the lowest elevation point along its designated path.

4.) Roughly one month later back at The Painted Turtle Lake Hughes.

5.) The SCE AquaDam that was installed in a line configuration on the west side experienced complications and needed to be replaced.

6.) The third SCE AquaDam was installed in a similar line configuration as the second one.

7.) The third SCE AquaDam has been successfully installed and is currently in the process of being filled with water. In the background to the left, Turtle Tower is visible.

8.) The third SCE AquaDam is now almost full of water.

9.) The first SCE AquaDam appears to be doing great.

10.) The installation of the two SCE AquaDams has been successfully completed, allowing construction workers to now begin the replacement of the small bridge.

11.) A few months later, the workers have assembled the majority of the formwork in preparation for pouring the concrete.

12.) The workers are currently preparing to pour concrete into the forms. Smaller AquaDams were utilized to assist in managing seepage.

13.) Smaller AquaDams were strategically placed between the main AquaDam and the work area to effectively capture and contain any seepage.

14.) Here is a different view of one of the smaller AquaDams as it controls the seepage water. Can you tell that the water is bubbling at the bottom of the photo?

15.) Workers are preparing the concrete forms in a dry workspace.

16.) The eastern side required a smaller AquaDam to address seepage issues.

17.) The bridge has been replaced and the AquaDams removed. Wonderful job AquaDam!