Rodrigo Valdés-Pineda

Water Resource Scientist / Groundwater Hydrologist

Areas of Specialization

Mining Hydrogeology

Mine Dewatering

Modeling

3D Data Modeling/Visualization

Hydrologic Monitoring Networks

Watershed Planning

Rodrigo Valdés-Pineda has extensive experience with surface water and groundwater hydrology, hydrogeologic characterization, and numerical modeling in support of water management and decision making across a range of spatial and temporal scales. He specializes in 1D and 2D surface water modeling, 3D groundwater modeling, and hydroclimate data analysis and remote sensing. Rodrigo’s focus has been on hydrogeologic data analysis; conceptual and numerical model development; construction, calibration, and interpretation of large datasets; and development and maintenance of project databases. His expertise enables him to translate complex analyses into technical reports and practical recommendations for multidisciplinary teams and clients. Rodrigo is a native Spanish speaker and is fluent in English.

Rodrigo Valdés-Pineda

Qualifications
At A Glance

Experience since 2008

Ph.D., Hydrology & Water Resources Management
University of Arizona

M.S., Hydrology & Water Resources Management
University of Arizona

Community Involvement

Arizona Hydrological Society