Serving Houston with Proven Engineering Solutions.

Trusted Houston-Based Civil Engineering Experts with Over 35 Years of Experience

Welcome to Lentz Engineering, LLC—your trusted Texas-born civil engineering firm, proudly rooted in Houston and dedicated to shaping Greater Houston’s future!

With 3,000+ successful projects, we specialize in feasibility studies, drainage design, detention design, utility design, grading, parking design and providing civil construction plans for site development tailored to the unique needs of the City of Houston, Harris County, Fort Bend County, Montgomery County, Brazoria County, Waller County and other surrounding counties, as well as Sugar Land, The Woodlands, Pearland, and Katy. Our deep expertise in local regulations, floodplain management, and municipal requirements ensures smart, sustainable, and cost-effective designs that support resilient communities.

As a proven partner to counties, cities, TxDOT, and top developers, we deliver high-performance engineering solutions that protect and enhance our Gulf Coast landscape.  

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Our Civil Engineering Services in Houston and surrounding areas

We provide comprehensive civil engineering services for public and private sector clients, ensuring regulatory compliance and long-term sustainability.

Houston Drainage & Flood Control Solutions

Flooding is a critical issue in Houston and Harris County. Our team specializes in:

Stormwater Management & Detention Design – Hydrologic & hydraulic modeling, detention pond design, flood mitigation.

FEMA Floodplain & Drainage Compliance – HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS modeling, floodplain impact studies.

Public Storm Sewer & Drainage System Upgrades – Outfall designs, underground drainage, stormwater conveyance.

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Site Development & Utility Infrastructure in Houston

We provide full-service site planning and development for commercial, residential, and municipal projects, including:


Site Grading & Paving Design – Ensuring optimal drainage, ADA compliance, and safety.

Utility Design & Coordination – Water, wastewater, storm sewer, and underground utilities.

Permitting & Regulatory Compliance – City of Houston, Harris County, and TxDOT approvals.

Project Example: Magnolia Creek Subdivision, Houston Metro

  • Scope: 78-acre, 282-lot subdivision with complete stormwater infrastructure.
  • Results: Engineered detention ponds, storm sewer networks, and roadway drainage with full compliance.
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Roadway & Public Infrastructure Engineering

We work with Harris County, Houston Public Works, and TxDOT to improve roadway drainage and infrastructure, including:

Roadway & Intersection Drainage Design – Eliminating localized flooding issues.

Storm Drain & Sewer System Rehabilitation – Addressing urban stormwater challenges.

Floodplain Mitigation & FEMA Compliance – Ensuring resilience against extreme weather events.

Project Example: Enterprise Jersey Village Drainage & Infrastructure Upgrade

  • Scope: Site drainage and grading improvements for commercial facility expansion.
  • Results: Implemented detention ponds, storm sewer systems, and ADA-compliant pedestrian pathways.

Why Houston Chooses Lentz Engineering

 

Local Expertise: Deep understanding of Houston flood mitigation, TxDOT roadway design, and City of Houston utility regulations.

Proven Experience: Over 3,000 completed projects, including public works, stormwater systems, and private site developments.

Regulatory Compliance: Expertise in FEMA, TCEQ, City of Houston, and Harris County Flood Control District approvals.

Sustainable & Cost-Effective Solutions: Designing low-impact development and resilient infrastructure for long-term success.

“Lentz Engineering provided us with very useful information on a particular project. I appreciate the integrity and customer first approach and would highly, highly recommend this firm!” – Naro M.
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“Lentz Engineering is consistent in their approach to problem solving and in assisting my teams with valuable input and direction. I will continue to use Lentz Engineering for my future projects.” – Bruce H.
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“What I like most of all about their firm is the fact that I am working directly with seasoned engineers that know how to get my projects done in a timely manner. Thank you Lentz Engineering!” – Nicholas B.
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Discover the New Lentz Engineering - Where Innovation meets reliability!

Need expert Houston civil engineering & drainage solutions? Contact Lentz Engineering for sustainable infrastructure design! Our team is ready to deliver high-quality, cost-effective solutions for your next project.

📞 Call us today at (713) 839-8900 or 📩 Email us at ted@lentzengineering.com to discuss your next project or go to our Contact Us page to send us a message.

Houston Office (Main Office):
7322 Southwest Freeway, Suite 1850, Houston, TX 77074