Starlink Keeps Remote Dam Project on Track

In remote project locations, even small tools can make a big impact.

At a geotechnical exploration for a 300-ft tall dam in Hells Canyon—deeper than the Grand Canyon—reliable communication was critical. With multiple subcontractors in the field and constant coordination needed between Schnabel and client project managers, traditional communication wasn’t an option.

Starlink provided the solution. Its wireless network kept our field team seamlessly connected with plant operations, ensuring decisions were made in real time and no time was lost. In one case, when rig issues required a parts shipment, the order was placed immediately instead of waiting until the end of the day, keeping the project moving forward.

Technology like this is helping Schnabel Engineering deliver for our clients, even in the most challenging environments.