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Graphic of photos from different Waterfront Facility project KL has completed. Wave graphic and KL logo.

Built on Experience, Powered by Collaboration

From quiet lakeside trails to complex industrial waterfronts, KL Engineering has delivered a wide range of Waterfront Facility projects across Wisconsin and beyond. Our portfolio includes boat launches, marinas, harbors, shoreline stabilization, waterfront parks, and multi-use trail systems—each tailored to meet the unique needs of the site and community. We know every waterfront project is […]

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Graphic photos from different projects, highlighting the different expertise areas KL can help with in regards to Waterfront Facility projects such as Structures, Civil Engineering, Lighting and Electrical, Site Design, and Parks, Trails and Recreation projects. Wave graphic and KL logo.

Full-Service Waterfront Support

At KL Engineering, our Waterfront Facility expertise extends well beyond the shoreline. Whether you’re planning a marina, harbor, boat launch, or waterfront trail, we offer comprehensive services to support your project from concept to completion. Our team brings decades of experience in site development, stormwater management, environmental permitting, utility coordination, traffic and structural engineering, site

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Graphic with numerous photos depicting different elements of Waterfront Facility projects that KL Engineering can assist with. Wave graphic and KL logo.

From Shoreline to Strategy

From scenic trails to industrial harbors, KL Engineering has been delivering innovative, resilient, and community-focused waterfront solutions for decades. Our experience includes boat launches, marinas, harbors, and shoreline infrastructure that supports both recreation and industry. Leading our Waterfront Facility services is Mike Ostendorf, a seasoned Senior Project Leader with decades of experience in site development

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Photo of Todd speaking to our team with his and KL's logos and 'Thank you, Todd!' text overlaying the photo.

Watershed Geo Visit 2025

Todd Sanville from Watershed Geo visited KL yesterday to educate our staff about HydroTurf. This specially designed system protects water-related structures from fast-moving water. It looks like natural vegetation but works better than traditional concrete or rock barriers. Plus, it’s more cost effective and requires minimal maintenance. Thanks for visiting, Todd!

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Photo of KL staff mentioned in the post gathered around the KL sponsored golf hole with WTS Advancing Transportation logo and 2025 Golf Outing title.

WTS Golf Outing 2025

Here’s a good-looking crew circled around the KL sponsored golf hole at the 2025 WTS Golf Outing. This event is WTS’ biggest fundraiser of the year. The funds go toward their various scholarships that they offer every year. Jamie Dalheim helped organize the event. She and Shelby Haag are two of KL’s WTS members. KL

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Graphic includes the logo for "APWA Wisconsin Chapter," as well as "Project of the year Transportation, Projects between $5M-25M Dollars" and a photo of the parking area of LYRT and Fish Camp.

Community and Shareholder Engagement Wins the Award

The achievement of the Lower Yahara River Trail (LYRT) Phase 2 & Fish Camp County Park Improvements project is a reflection of not only Dane County Parks and our engineers’ hard work, but also the proactive engagement and collaboration with community members, Wisconsin DNR, and Access Ability Wisconsin. Your input helped shape the project’s vision,

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