Bureau of Engineering and Construction

111 W. Chesapeake Avenue, Room 219
Towson, Maryland 21204
Telephone 410-887-3788
Fax 410-887-4393
E-mail: enginrng@baltimorecountymd.gov

Robert C. Berner, Bureau Chief

This Bureau handles a wide variety of engineering functions, separated into specific divisions.

Administration

The Administration is responsible for various support services for the Bureau. This division also manages the Professional Services Selection Committee which handles pre-qualification for engineering firms and contractors, and the selection of consultants, engineers and contractors.

Geographic Information System (GIS)

Geographic Information System (GIS) is responsible for providing Department of Public Works facilities mapping and digital data availability to consultants..

Design

Responsible for the design of the public infrastructure of Baltimore County.

Engineering Records

Engineering Records is responsible for housing and producing copies of construction drawings.

Land Surveys

Land Surveys is responsible to provide services to various County agencies, which include mapping, property work, stakeout, utility recovery, right-of-way and easement delineation.

Construction Contracts Administration

Construction Contracts Administration provides responsible, efficient and effective engineering and construction administration services for County infrastructure, acting as owner and guardian during construction for all new and rehabilitation contracts including sanitary sewers, water mains, roads, bridges and storm drains.  We also inspect and manage the construction of public buildings throughout the County.

Road Projects

Get information about major projects in your council district, such as road closures, bridge repairs, water or sewer line repairs or installations, etc.  Subscribe to the County's E-Newsletter to receive this information via e-mail.

Sanitary Sewer System-Consent Decree

A Consent Decree, brought forth by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) against Baltimore County, after three years of negotiations has an effective "Date of Entry" of September 20, 2005.  The Consent Decree outlines the agreed upon work (capital, equipment and operations improvements over the next 14 years) with deadlines necessary for compliance with the Clean Water Act and the Maryland water pollution control laws with the goal of eliminating sanitary sewer overflows.

Consent Decree (PDF)
Consent Decree Appendix (PDF)

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