A new gathering space, better storm drainage, and a growing neighborhood each serve our communities in different ways. This year, three projects our team helped deliver received recognition from the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Fresno Branch. One also went on to receive an ASCE San Francisco Section award.
Here’s a look at the projects and the work behind them.
Read moreWe’re proud to celebrate Mohammad Alimi, Ph.D., P.E., as the recipient of the 2026 American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Fresno Branch Lifetime Achievement Award.
Mohammad’s career spans more than 35 years of engineering, teaching, and research. His work has helped shape public infrastructure throughout Fresno County while supporting the development of students and fellow engineers along the way.
A vision more than a decade in the making is coming to life in the Central Valley. Hart Ranch Community Park is a symbol of what community partnership, long-term vision, and thoughtful design can accomplish. As the contract City Engineers for the City of Kerman, Yamabe & Horn Engineering is proud to be leading this transformative project from concept through completion.
Originally conceptualized in 2009, Hart Ranch Community Park has been in the works for over 15 years. With a recent groundbreaking ceremony and construction underway, the project is finally becoming a reality!
We are proud to announce the promotion of Derek Lapsley to Vice President of Operations at Yamabe & Horn Engineering. Since joining Y&H in September 2018, Derek has been an invaluable leader, combining his technical expertise with a passion for improving systems and processes, all while championing the company’s values and people-first approach.
“Derek’s leadership, operational insight, and dedication to both our team and our clients make him an exceptional fit for this role. We look forward to seeing his continued impact as he helps guide Y&H toward further growth and success.”
This year marks a monumental milestone for Yamabe & Horn Engineering, Inc. as we celebrate 45 years of providing innovative civil engineering and land surveying services to Central California. Founded in 1979 by Ronald Yamabe and Gary Horn, the firm has grown from humble beginnings into a cornerstone of the local engineering community. Our journey has been one of passion, dedication, and a steadfast commitment to improving the infrastructure that supports our region.
Adding to this year’s celebrations, we are proud to honor our co-founder Gary Horn, who was recently awarded the prestigious ASCE Lifetime Achievement Award by both the Fresno Branch and the San Francisco Section Region 9 of the American Society of Civil Engineers. This recognition underscores Gary’s extraordinary contributions to the field and his enduring impact on the industry.
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The groundbreaking ceremony for the new 2,500 sq. ft. Visitor Center at Clovis Botanical Gardens was held yesterday. This project, located on the City of Clovis property adjacent to Dry Creek Park at Clovis and Alluvial Ave., is made possible by $2 million in community contributions.
Exciting news from Y&H and the City of Selma!
We recently celebrated a ribbon-cutting ceremony to mark the groundbreaking of the Amberwood Sewer Infrastructure project. This significant development is a key part of our city’s growth strategy, expanding our utility infrastructure to support the future outlined in the Amberwood Specific Plan.
The construction of “The Avenue at Heritage Grove” project has commenced in Clovis, CA, situated at the intersection of Shepherd Avenue and Willow Avenue. Spanning across 4.8 acres of retail area, the project aims to introduce a vibrant commercial space to the community. In its initial phase, the construction focuses on erecting three distinct retail/commercial buildings, comprising two single-story structures and one two-story building. These buildings are designed to feature outdoor common areas equipped with inviting patios and fireplaces, enhancing the overall ambiance and attractiveness of the development. Additionally, meticulous attention is being paid to the provision of ample parking, with a total of 168 parking stalls allocated to accommodate visitors and customers effectively.
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A big shoutout to our incredible team of 47 dedicated staff members who work to provide top-notch engineering and land surveying services. Your teamwork, expertise, and dedication are the backbone of our success. Together, we tackle challenges and deliver excellence to our clients every single day. Here’s to our amazing team, thank you!
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Yamabe & Horn was recently awarded the 2022 ASCE Region 9 (State of California) and the San Francisco Section Outstanding Small Project of the Year for the Trini’s Park Project in Kerman, CA. The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) represents more than 150,000 members of the civil engineering profession in 177 countries. Founded in 1852, ASCE is the nation’s oldest engineering society. The awards were presented at the Region 9 Annual Awards Banquet in San Diego and San Francisco Section Annual Awards Gala in downtown San Francisco. The Trini’s Park Project also won the Outstanding Small Project of the Year Award from our local Fresno ASCE Branch.
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