James Lenhart Honored by American Academy of Water Resources Engineers

The American Academy of Water Resources Engineers has awarded James Lenhart the status of Diplomat Water Resource Engineer. This rank honors those who have the knowledge, skill, attitude and commitment towards the professional practice of water resource engineering. AAWRE was established in October 2004 with an objective to improve the practice, elevate the standards and advance the profession of water resources engineering. Lenhart shares this honor with 232 others.

Lenhart is a professional agricultural and environmental engineer with more than 20 years of experience in consulting engineering and research and development. As one of the founders of Stormwater Management, Inc., he led the design efforts of the StormFilter and StormScreen since inception. In his capacity as chief technology officer with CONTECH Stormwater Solutions, Lenhart directs the research and development, product evaluation and regulatory services departments. Some of his specific experiences include research on zeolite turf filters, the design of storm systems and water quality treatment facilities for major roadways and industrial developments, and the statistical and physical modeling of hydrologic processes. Lenhart has authored more than 20 papers on the subject of water quality and storm water treatment.

His strong technical background is demonstrated as an adjunct instructor of civil engineering at Portland State University where he taught hydrology, hydraulics and water resources engineering. Lenhart is currently an active member of the Water Environment Research Foundation and serves as a board member of the New Jersey Corporation for Advanced Technology.

Source: CONTECH Stormwater Solutions