HEC-RAS: Past, Present and the Road Ahead - Australian Water School
04/11/2025

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HEC-RAS: Past, Present and the Road Ahead

See how HEC-RAS has grown from 1995's version 1.0 to today’s advanced tools shaping the future of hydraulic modelling.

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Join us for a special one-hour panel discussion celebrating 30 years of HEC-RAS, the world’s most widely used hydraulic modelling software. Hear from experienced practitioners who have spent decades applying HEC-RAS in engineering projects, research, and consultancy work. The panel will reflect on how the software has transformed flood and river modelling, discuss and demonstrate key updates in areas such as meshing, sediment transport, and structures, and explore how to best apply these tools in practice today.

This session offers valuable insight for beginners and those who use HEC-RAS regularly — blending practical experience, lessons learned, and professional perspectives on how the software continues to evolve and shape industry practice.

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Panel Members

Mark Forest

Consor

Mark has over 40 years of experience in water resources engineering, specialising in flood control planning and design, floodplain management, rainfall/runoff modelling, hydraulic modelling, dam breac... Read more
Mark Forest

Evan O'Brien

Genesis Hydrology

Evan is an RPEQ-certified engineer with more than 20 years of experience in water resources design and civil site roles. He has worked on a wide range of projects including hydrological and hydraulic ... Read more
Evan O'Brien

Krey Price

International Water Training Institute

Educated at the University of California at Berkeley, Krey is a civil engineer and project manager with international experience in water resources. He is engaged in computational modelling, engineeri... Read more
Krey Price

What You’ll Learn

  • Explore the 30-year evolution of HEC-RAS and its impact on modern hydraulic and flood modelling practice.
  • Discover how practitioners are balancing the new 2025 version with legacy tools and workflows in real-world applications.
  • Gain insights into the latest developments in meshing, sediment transport, and structures.
  • Learn from long-time HEC-RAS users who have supported and contributed to the modelling community for decades.
  • Engage in a live panel discussion and Q&A focused on practical modelling approaches and future directions.

Who Should Attend

This free technical webinar is ideal for:

  • Hydraulic and civil engineers working in river, floodplain, or infrastructure design
  • Planners and flood modellers seeking updates on the latest HEC-RAS tools and workflows
  • Researchers, academics and students in hydrology and water resources
  • Government and consulting professionals responsible for flood risk and design standards
  • Anyone interested in the future direction of HEC-RAS and practical applications in real-world projects

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