Swiftwater Rescue Facilities

Supporting First Responders, Securing Our Communities

100

year floods happen every five years

Only 30 – 70% of people under mandatory evacuation orders actually leave

25%

of deaths occur during rescue within low-head dams

#1

Most common natural hazard in the US is flooding

Swiftwater Rescue Facility Experts

We’re driven by a commitment to keep communities safe through innovative and realistic swiftwater rescue training facilities.

Our swiftwater and urban flood training facilities are designed to address your area’s specific hazards and geography. We recognize that water-related incidents, including flash floods and hurricanes, pose significant risks as natural disasters. Swiftwater rescue facilities offer fully reconfigurable environments that replicate real-life rescue scenarios. Whether rescuing a person from a vehicle in high water or navigating a flooded urban area, our facilities provide controlled, realistic settings first responders need to train safely and effectively.

Training Facility Features

Able to secure a vehicle in the water to practice rescue from a vehicle in high flows
Complete flow control, allowing depth and velocity of flow alteration via iPad
Culvert area to practice rescue from enclosed spaces
Flood-proofed buildings that simulate a realistic urban environment used to train for flood rescue as well as urban search and rescue
High axle vehicle flood training driving route
High wall/bridge abutment rescue area

Lake with shallow area to allow for wading practice, boat skills practice, and basic ropes practice before entering swiftwater
Low head dam simulator
Motorized and unmotorized boat training areas within the river environment
Rescue platform and self-rescue training area
Steep rocky gorge area, as well as aqueduct rescue training area
Urban area designed to teach FEMA search and tagging skills

Why Calibre

Holistic Approach to
Safety

We focus on the entire lifecycle of swiftwater rescue programs, from initial concept to ongoing training and support.

Swiftwater
Pioneers

Our team is pioneering swiftwater training facilities in the US. We’re committed to promoting uniform standards that enhance the effectiveness of first responders during emergencies.

Expertise in Grant
Utilization

We help clients navigate financial challenges to secure and maximize funding for water rescue programs.

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“We’re really proud of how we approach swiftwater facilities. By teaming up with first responders and considering their feedback in our designs, we create training environments that are effective and flexible.”

Scott Shipley, PE, MS
Whitewater Division Manager

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What Clients are Saying

“Preparing our first responders to assess a situation and respond quickly to life-threatening emergencies involving swift moving water is a critical skill needed for flooding events … to gain the expertise to keep their communities safe.”

Commissioner Roger L. Parrino, Sr. | Division of Homeland Security & Emergency Services

Featured Projects

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Houston Swiftwater Rescue Center

The Houston Swiftwater Rescue Facility, which spans over 50,000 square feet, seeks to enhance water...