Tiny Town
Built For Adventure
A marvel of modern engineering and construction, Montgomery Whitewater is one of only three man-made whitewater parks in the United States. It stands as the result of an extraordinary collaboration among some of the most talented engineering and construction teams in the country. Each partner brought specialized expertise, innovation, and dedication—transforming a bold vision into a world-class outdoor adventure destination. Scroll down to learn more about the businesses whose skill and commitment made Montgomery Whitewater possible.
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JESCO, Inc.
Led by JESCO, Inc., Montgomery Whitewater was built through a collaboration with premier engineering firms Goodwyn Mills & Cawood and Calibre Engineering (S2o), and supported by the skilled and detail-oriented construction professionals at Russell Construction. This exceptional team combined their world-class expertise, precision craftsmanship, and commitment to quality to create a facility worthy of international competition and family friendly adventure.
JESCO, Inc. served as the Construction Manager at Risk, orchestrating every aspect of the build from groundbreaking to grand opening. JESCO coordinated multiple engineering firms, specialty contractors, and complex construction schedules to ensure Montgomery Whitewater was delivered on time, on budget, and to the exacting standards required of an Olympic-level venue—transforming an ambitious vision into a world-class reality.
JESCO, Inc. is a Southern-based design-build firm specializing in industrial, commercial, and advanced manufacturing projects. As part of The Yates Companies, they offer an integrated, single-source approach—handling design, engineering, construction, and start-up in-house. Known for their self-performing capabilities, strong safety record, and commitment to client relationships, JESCO has delivered projects for leading companies like Mercedes-Benz, Nissan, and Airbus. Their expertise ensures quality, efficiency, and consistency from start to finish.
Goodwyn Mills & Cawood (GMC)
Goodwyn Mills & Cawood (GMC) delivered expert civil engineering, landscape architecture, land surveying and construction material testing services that were instrumental in shaping the overall vision and functionality of Montgomery Whitewater. From designing the infrastructure that supports a world-class whitewater facility to crafting the landscaped spaces that enhance the guest experience, GMC played a pivotal role in bringing both the beauty and performance of the site to life.
Goodwyn Mills & Cawood is one of the largest architecture and engineering firms in the Southeast, offering a full range of services including planning, design and construction administration in the areas of architecture, civil engineering, electrical engineer, environmental engineering, geotechnical engineering, interior design, landscape architecture, land surveying, mechanical-plumbing engineering, transportation engineering and disaster recovery services. Known for their community-focused approach, GMC works on projects ranging from schools and parks to aviation facilities and healthcare centers. With offices across multiple states, they’ve earned national recognition, including ENR Southeast’s Design Firm of the Year, and have contributed to landmark projects such as the Protective Stadium in Birmingham and Renaissance Montgomery Hotel & Spa.
Calibre Engineering, Inc.
Calibre Engineering, Inc. (S2o) led the design and engineering for Montgomery Whitewater’s channel system, applying their specialized whitewater expertise to create the Olympic-standard course with state-of-the-art swiftwater rescue training capabilities. Calibre (S2o) developed a site plan informed by precise channel modeling to optimize water flow, safety, and performance, which Jesco, Inc. brought to life as the Construction Manager at Risk. Calibre’s technical mastery ensured that the Montgomery Whitewater channel system meet the demands of elite athletes while delivering an exciting, safe experience for recreational guests.
Calibre Engineering, Inc. is a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business specializing in civil, structural, and whitewater engineering. Headquartered in Colorado, they have supported over $10 billion in development and infrastructure projects nationwide. Known for their work on both public and private projects—including military facilities and whitewater recreation—Calibre creates world-class whitewater parks and swiftwater rescue facilities.
Russell Construction
Russell Construction of Alabama led the general contracting for the Montgomery Whitewater Outfitter Store and on-site restaurant, delivering signature spaces that blend form and function for guests. From retail to dining, Russell Construction ensured these high-traffic, guest-facing amenities were built to the same exceptional standards as the venue’s world-class adventure features—providing the perfect places for visitors to relax, refuel, and gear up.
With over 40 years of experience, Russell Construction is a nationally ranked construction and development company offering services in construction management, design-build, and general contracting. Headquartered in Montgomery with an additional office in Auburn, Russell has completed projects across the Southeast including commercial, healthcare, residential, industrial, and public facilities. Russell Construction of Alabama, Inc. focuses on the local market, combining trade expertise with deep community roots to deliver quality projects that put people first.
Learn More About Montgomery Whitewater
Named one of TIME Magazine’s “World’s Greatest Places,” Montgomery Whitewater offers mountain adventure in the heart of Montgomery, Alabama. From our state-of-the-art whitewater channel system to on-land experiences like our aerial ropes course, kids’ low elements and bouldering wall, and hiking and biking trails, Montgomery Whitewater delivers world-class outdoor adventure for all ages.
Open year-round, our park is more than just whitewater. Guests can enjoy seasonal outdoor ice skating (on real ice!), relax at our on-site restaurant with ample outdoor seating and the best view in town, and gear up at the Outfitter store. Montgomery Whitewater is a place for families to adventure together, all year long.
