How Can We Help You?

We'll provide a unique solution to your problem drawn from our broad professional experience and attention to detail.

MOBILE HOME COMMUNITIES

As a community and a business, your investment is always improving. JD McGee helps your facilities grow through design, planning, and liaison with local government agencies. On small and large projects, we help solve and preempt the roadblocks that come up in your development. Examples from our portfolio:

 

View Example Projects
ProjectYearLocation
Big Valley Woods - 45 home site design and construction 2014-2017Boring, OR
Columbus Greens - Street paving and drainage design 2011-2013Albany, OR
Big Valley Woods - Domestic water system enhancements 2007-2017Boring, OR
Big Valley Woods - On-site sewer system design and monitoring 2005-2017Boring, OR
Big Valley Woods - Alteration of a Nonconforming Use - Land use approval for 50 additional home sites 2004-2005Boring, OR
Expansion feasibility study and cost estimate 2017Philomath, OR
Carver Mobile Ranch - Annexation into the City of Happy Valley 2016Carver, OR
Carver Mobile Ranch - Annexation into Clackamas County Service District #1 2016Carver, OR
Grandview MHP - Pre-purchase facility infrastructure report 2016Cheshire, OR
The Meadow on Pitney Pond - Pond Water Right COBU 2014Junction City
Columbus Greens - Sewer pump station upgrades design 2012Albany, OR
Columbus Greens - Survey and GIS assistance 2011Albany, OR
Big Valley Woods - ADA compliance report 2006Boring, OR
Columbus Greens - ADA compliance report 2006Albany, OR
Big Valley Woods - Quasi-Municipal Water Use Application Assistance 2002Boring, OR
 

Steve Wise - Big Valley Woods


Purchasing, updating, and developing the Big Valley Woods RV Resort, Steve needed experts on his team to make everything run smoothly.

Columbus Greens - Street Repair


The streets of Columbus Greens were in a state of disrepair. A contractor had attempted a fix, but they needed JD McGee's understanding of the underlying cause of the problem. 

 RAILROAD DESIGN

Many factors affect how your railroad is built. JD McGee has worked on crossings, yards, and expansions up and down the west coast. We understand the challenges your project will face and bring you the best design for your needs. Examples from our portfolio:

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RailroadYearLocation
Stantec - Reedsport Bridge Movement Monitoring Survey 2017Reedsport, OR
Stantec - Vaugh Viaduct Replacement Survey 2015 Coos Bay, OR
Coos Bay Rail Link - Coos Bay RR crossing & drainage enhancement Design 2013Coos Bay, OR
AATT - Industrial Track Design 2011Bakersfield, CA
RBT - Unit Train Industrial Track Design 2011Dinuba, CA
Mountain States Consulting - Track drainage surveying, engineering, and design assist 2011Coos Bay, OR
Pringle Square - Railroad Crossing Prelim. Engineering 2008Salem, OR
Grain Millers - Prelim. Unit Train Industrial Railroad Design Engineering 2008Junction City, OR
PWRR - Front St. Salem 2007Coos Bay, OR

Richard Best Transfer - Private Rail Yard


Richard Best Transfer, Inc., a company specializing in transferring products from rail cars to trucks, was looking to save some money on operational costs. They wanted a design to receive a unit train using land they already owned.

Coos Bay Rail Link - RR Crossing Improvement


Coos Bay Rail Link, working with Oregon's department of transportation, wanted to improve a railroad crossing. They needed contract documents and construction support.

INDUSTRIAL SITE PLANNING/DESIGN

From facility improvements to complying with government standards, JD McGee helps to make sure operations run smoothly. We handle small and large tasks to meet all your survey, design, and mapping needs. Examples from our portfolio:

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ProjectYearLocation
PakTech FEMA Flood LOMA        2017Cottage Grove, OR
Timber Products topographic survey     2015Springfield, OR
LVL plant production equipment line survey   2014Stayton, OR
Suterra Truck Entrance Design         2017Bend, OR
Planer/Sawmill SW Plan Update 2017Philomath, OR
Sawmill Sewer System Mapping 2017Philomath, OR
Trailer Load Analysis 2017Philomath, OR
Swiss Krono MDF Plant site and utility design            2016Barnwell, SC
Concord Blue Biomass plant site and utility design   2016Eagar, AZ
Storm Water Permit Compliance 2016Philomath, OR
Banding Machine Beam Structural Analysis 2016Philomath, OR
Chip Clearer Load Rating 2016Coos Bay, OR
Mill Pond Site #2 Design 2016 Philomath, OR
Kingsford Mfg. As-built Survey               2015Springfield, OR
Irving Rd. Site TOPO 2015Eugene, OR
Roseburg Plant TOPO 2015Junction City, OR
Old Salem Rd. ROW Survey 2015Millersburg, OR
Quad Saw Carriage Deflection Structural Analysis 2015Philomath, OR
Sawmill Beam Certification Structural Analysis 2015Philomath, OR
Planer Mill ALTA Survey 2015Philomath, OR
Flakeboard MDF Plant boundary survey            2015Eugene, OR
Pike Bioenergy plant preliminary engineering site design  2014Fernwood, MS.
DRAX mill site preliminary engineering site design      2014Abbeville, SC
Sawmill Sorter Building Fall Protection Evaluation 2014Philomath, OR
Sawmill Edger Fall Protection Analysis 2014Philomath, OR
Sorter Conveyor Temp Col Removal 2014Philomath, OR
Steel Storage Rack Analysis 2014Philomath, OR
Beam Crane Analysis 2014Philomath, OR
Electric Motor Lifting Fixture Structural Analysis 2014Philomath, OR
Resaw Motor Beam Crane Structural Analysis 2014Philomath, OR
Gangsaw Beam Structural Anaysis 2014Philomath, OR
Debarker Foundation Design 2014Newport, OR
OSHA Loft Load Rating 2014Philomath, OR
Missoula Mill Staking/Roseburg Lumber MDF Plant equipment Line survey 2013Missoula, MT
Mill Pond Business and Research Park 2013Philomath, OR
Mill Pond Access Rd. Design 2013Philomath, OR
Mill Pond Site #1 Design 2013Philomath, OR
Mill Pond Site #1 Infrastructure Improvements 2016Philomath, OR
Mill Pond Building #1 Construction Engineering 2016Philomath, OR
Chipper Building Design 2012Philomath, OR
DEQ Stormdrain Mapping 2011Philomath, OR
Quad Saw Support Modification 2011Philomath, OR
Mill Building Modification Design 2011Morton, WA
Sawmill - Quad Deflection 2010Philomath, OR
DEQ Assistance 2010Philomath, OR
Filing Room Addition 2010Philomath, OR
trailer loader damage evaluation 2010Philomath, OR
Planer Mill Drainage 2010Philomath, OR
Corvallis PIPC Waterline 2010Corvallis, OR
Truck Tarping Building Design 2009Philomath, OR
Sawmill As-Built Survey 2009Philomath, OR
Sawmill Boundary/TOPO Survey 2008Philomath, OR
Sawmill Consulting Engineering 2008Philomath, OR
Sawmill Adjacent Property TOPO 2008Philomath, OR

Industrial Client – Permitting Issues

This industrial client was using an engineer, but their site was not meeting state environmental requirements. They needed a plan to fix specific issues.

Evergreen Engineering - Biomass Energy Site

Evergreen Engineering was providing Biomass engineering and related services on a site in Arizona, but needed support from a specialized Civil Engineer.

 SURVEY

You’re building, developing, or just need to find a property line. With the most advanced equipment available in the industry, and a little common sense, JD McGee helps you achieve your needs. We guide and educate you on cost-effectiveness to achieve high quality results within your budget. Examples from our portfolio:

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Kelly - FEMA Flood Assistance 2017Alsea, OR
Bob - Property Corner Locate 2017Monroe, OR
Todd - Subdivision planning 2017Philomath, OR
Troy - Subdivision Survey 2016Philomath, OR
Ryan - Property Corner Locate & Easement 2016Blodgett, OR
Ryan - Property Corner Locate & Easement 2016Philomath, OR
David & Kelly - Property Line Adjustment 2015Philomath, OR
Van - Easement Survey & Description 2015Philomath, OR
Bruce & Hannah - FEMA Flood Assistamce 2015Eddyville, OR
Old Salem Rd. ROW Survey 2015Millersburg, OR
Planer Mill ALTA Survey 2015Philomath, OR
Flakeboard MDF Plant boundary survey            2015Eugene, OR
Sawmill Boundary/TOPO Survey 2008Philomath, OR

Excavation Contractor - Rifle Range Berm Staking

A contractor rebuilding a rifle range had a strong conceptual plan, and needed a surveyor to stake the construction layout on the ground.

Mark - Flood Insurance Avoidance


A change in FEMA's records forced Mark into an expensive flood insurance policy. He needed a survey to prove that his house was outside the danger zone.

 WATER RIGHTS

Need water to grow your operations? The water rights process can be daunting, and not everyone understands their options fully. We help clients research, decide, and work with Oregon Water Rights Department to get the most out of the process. Examples from our portfolio:

View Example Projects
ProjectYearLocation
Zenith Vineyard - Claim of Beneficial Use 2011 & 2017Salem, OR
Telly - Water Rights Application & COBU Assistance 2007 - 2017Tangent, OR
Dean - Ground Water Permit Assistance 2017Tangent, OR
William - Ground Water Permit Assistance 2017Shedd, OR
Steve - Claim of Benificial (COBU) Use Assistance 2016Newport, OR
Zach - Pond Permitting Assistance 2016Blodgett, OR
Steve - Pond Water Right COBU 2014Junction City
Bill - Water Rights Consultation 2013Philomath, OR
Stirling - Water Rights Research 2012Harlan, OR
Beatrice - Water Rights COBU Assistance 2011Blodgett, OR
Lisa & James - Claim of Benificial Use Assist 2007Albany, OR
Steve - Quasi-Municipal Water Use Application Assist 2002Boring, OR

Telly - Crop Irrigation Rights


Telly needed an expert to handle his water right application so that he could continue to focus on running the farm.

Steve H. - Overdue Water Right Claim


After purchasing a property, Steve discovered that the previous owner had left him a messy Water Rights problem involving the state. He needed an expert to sort out the debris and make sure his rights were secured.

 LAND DEVELOPMENT

You have the vision to develop a large property, and understand that there are many factors involved. Our team understands the moving parts and works behind the scenes to support your vision.
View Example Projects
ProjectYearLocation
Land Use Planning - Alteration of a Nonconforming Use 2014-2016Boring, OR
Todd - Subdivision planning 2017Philomath, OR
Troy - Subdivision planning, engineering, surveying 2016Philomath, OR
Land Use - Annexation into the City of Happy Valley 2016Carver, OR
Land Use - Annexation into Clackamas County Service District #1 2016Carver, OR
Swiss Krono MDF Plant site and utility design2016Barnwell, SC
Concord Blue Biomass plant site and utility design   2016Eagar, AZ
Pike Bioenergy plant preliminary engineering site design 2014Fernwood, MS.
DRAX mill site preliminary engineering site design      2014Abbeville, SC
Land Development Planning Mill Pond Business and Research Park 2013Philomath, OR
Mill Pond Access Rd. Design 2013Philomath, OR
Planning and Design of Unit-Train Industrial Track on repurposed industrial site2011Dinuba, CA
Preliminary Unit-Train Industrial Railroad site planning2008Junction City

Big Valley Woods - 40 home sites


Big Valley Woods wanted to build 40 new homes, and needed to make changes to the approved design. Getting approval turned out to be a much more complex process, and they needed JD McGee, Inc. to coordinate all the people and organizations involved to make the 40 homes a reality.

Evergreen Engineering – Industrial Client Expansion

Evergreen Engineering was hired to design a major industrial expansion. The client needed progress fast, and Evergreen needed assistance with civil and utility design.

 OTHER

Not sure where to begin? If we don’t specialize in it, we can connect you with someone who does. Let us know what your goals are, and the professionals at JD McGee will help guide you towards success.

Jeff - On-site Sewer Permit


Building a house for his niece, Jeff learned that the county would not allow him to build an on-site septic system. He needed an outside-the-box approach to get his permits approved.