Spillway Protection, Debris Mitigation & Dam Safety Solutions
Managing floating debris and public safety around dams isn’t about the biggest barrier—it’s about the right solution. From spillway debris management to safeguarding recreational areas, our engineering, design, and installation ensure the perfect fit for your needs.
Used by the world’s largest dam operators and hydropower utilities
Ocean Cleanup Guatemala
Mattahina Dam Debris Mitigation Success
Worthington Crews Assmebling ODINBoom on job Site
Worthington Engineers during Trial Assembly
Worthington designed shoreline anchor block
Engineered Debris Boom Layout by Worthington for Dam Safety and Flow Control
Worthington Flow-3D Design Services
Worthington Crews Assembling and ODINBoom Barrier
ODINBoom DEBRIS Master Barrier Installation on Arkansas River
Rapidan Dam 2024 debris induced dam failure
TUFFBOOM Floating Debris Barrier Controls Woody Debris and Hyacinth at Ituango Dam in Colombia
DEBRISMaster Floating Debris Barrier with Operator Access Walkway at AEP’s London Hydro Plant
TUFFBOOM at Madariacua Dam in Ecuador
ODINFloat
ODINFloat
BoatBuster
ODINBoom
Dam Signage
TUFFBOOM
Swift Float
FEMA Signage
ODINBoom HDPE at Guatemala Hydro Plant
Bitfrost Mexico
Velasco Construcciones
Kleinschmidt
Kokosing Logo
DCN Diving
Tom Jones Corporation
Thalle Construction
Bouygues
ATB Riva Calzoni
Studio Pietrangeli
Salini Impregilo
Kiewit
AECOM
SwiftFloat: Sign Floats
Dam Safety Signage
ODINBOOM Safety Barrier
TUFFBOOM Safety Barrier
Brookfield Renewable
Evolugen
US Army Corps of Engineers
Sask Power
Duke Energy
Seattle City Light
Ontario Power Generation
UEGCL
New York Power Authority
Bureau Of Reclamation
Rio Tinto
BC Hydro
PacifiCorp
Debris Control for Dams, Intakes, and Spillways
Floating debris clogs spillways and hydropower trashracks. Dam safety is compromised. Hydropower generation is reduced. Worthington log boom solutions keep water flowing freely—so your dam operations stay protected from unexpected blockages.
Protecting the Public: Floating Barriers and Dam Safety Signage
The waters above and below dams pose serious dangers to boaters and swimmers, and liability concerns for dam owners. Clear safety signage, floating barriers, and audible warning devices provide a strong line of defense—helping you reduce risk, enhance compliance, and protect lives.
Floating Barrier Design, Engineering, Installation
Managing a dam or hydropower plant is complex—worrying about floating barrier design, installation, and maintenance shouldn’t be your burden. Our experts handle everything from engineering to deployment, ensuring your barriers perform flawlessly while you stay focused on safe and efficient operations.
See How We Solve Debris & Safety Challenges for Dams
For over 25 years, we’ve helped dam owners and hydropower operators tackle floating debris, public safety risks, and dam safety challenges. See how they’ve partnered with Worthington to find effective solutions and protect their operations.
Why Choose Worthington?
Stop worrying about how to design and install your new barrier system. Worthington does it all for you so you can concentrate on doing what you do best.
| Full Turnkey Support | We design, supply, and install—so you don’t have to. |
| Expert Barrier Design | No guesswork—our specialists engineer the right solution for your site. |
| We see things you might miss | With 25+ years of perspective so we see things you might miss – better planning, better execution, better performance. |
| End-to-End Project Management | From planning to deployment, we handle everything with dedicated project managers and support staff. |
| We built a reputation for great customer service | Worthington is known for always putting our clients needs first. We gaurantee you will love our customer service. |
| Guidance on the Best Solution | Many dam operators aren’t sure what they need. Our experts guide you to the right barrier system for your site. |
| Installation by Trained Experts | You focus on running your dam—we’ll handle the boom installation with the right teams, equipment, and safety approach. |
| Collaboration with Engineers | We work with your engineers, offering 25+ years of expertise to ensure you get the best design possible. |
| Proven Industry Experience | We’ve seen more dams, solved more challenges, and satisfied more dam owners—let our experience work for you. |
| Ongoing Maintenance & Support | Keep your system operating at peak performance with our expert maintenance services. |
Worthington’s Social & Environmental Impact
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The Connecticut River’s boat barrier prevented disaster and enabled first responders to successfully rescue a 29-year-old man trapped by the waterway’s strong current.
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In Costa Rica, a Worthington log boom is trapping plastic waste before it reaches the ocean. TUFFBOOM helps to clear floating plastic so it can be repurposed as part of a circular economy.
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After capturing millions of kilograms of trash in its first year of operation, its second year may be our biggest river catch so far.
What Dam Safety Professionals Say
“We relied on Worthington’s expertise for our first major waterway debris barrier installation—and they delivered beyond expectations.”
Hydropower Group Manager
“Worthington proved themselves when we needed them most. Their commitment to solving our challenges earned our trust. I’d gladly recommend them to others.”
Owner, Contracting Form
“The Worthington debris barrier allowed us to keep generating despite historic amounts of debris arriving at our facility.”