Athavale Lystad

Athavale, Lystad & Associates, Inc. (ALA) is a leading civil and structural engineering firm serving the Mid-Atlantic region. With over 35 years of experience, we provide comprehensive engineering solutions across various transportation-related infrastructure projects.

Our Mission

Our goal is to provide innovative and sustainable engineering solutions that meet the unique needs of our clients. We prioritize high-quality work, delivered within budget and schedule constraints. Our passionate team of over 50 professionals thrives on tackling complex challenges and delivering exceptional results.

Areas of Expertise

We offer a comprehensive range of services across the entire lifecycle of transportation infrastructure projects, including:

Structural Engineering

• Bridge design and rehabilitation
• Pedestrian bridge design
• Sign and structure design
• Tunnel design
• Retaining wall and noise wall design

Civil Engineering

• Highway and roadway design
• Intersection design
• Geometric improvements
• Roadway widening and realignment
• Grading and pavement rehabilitation
• Safety improvements

Inspection and Management

• Facility/safety inspections
• Construction inspection and management
• Load rating analysis
• Constructability reviews
• Value engineering development

Beyond the Services

We believe in fostering strong relationships with our clients through clear communication, collaboration, and transparency. Our commitment to building lasting partnerships is evident in our long-term relationships with clients like MDOT, VDOT, DDOT, MWAA, and WMATA. We are also proud to be certified as an MBE/DBE by several state agencies.

Our Values

• Integrity: We uphold the highest ethical standards and maintain transparency in all our endeavors.
• Innovation: We embrace new technologies and methodologies to deliver the most efficient and effective solutions.
• Collaboration: We work closely with our clients and stakeholders to achieve shared goals.
• Sustainability: We incorporate sustainable practices into our projects to minimize environmental impact.
• Empowerment: We invest in our team's professional development to ensure they stay at the forefront of their fields.