Gabaldon has more than 40 years of experience in water resources development and management in a variety of technical, operational, managerial, and senior executive positions with the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, and other consulting firms. His background includes water and natural resources management, program development, program management, budget formulation, environmental compliance, and construction management. Gabaldon brings knowledge of the Colorado River and Rio Grande operations, with extensive experience navigating interstate water compacts, hydropower, dam safety, advanced water treatment, water reuse, and project operations issues.

“Michael’s extensive knowledge of water resources will be instrumental as we support existing and new clients across the west,” says Dewberry Senior Vice President and West Operating Unit Manager Dennis Haglan, PE. “We are thrilled to have him join the team.”

Gabaldon earned a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from The University of New Mexico (1980) and an associate of arts degree in water technology from New Mexico State University (1976). He is a member of the American Society of Civil Engineers, Association of California Water Agencies, Colorado River Water Users Association, and the Society of American Military Engineers.