Lefrancois Engineering was proud to provide on-call City Engineer support to the City of South Lake Tahoe, contributing local engineering and regulatory expertise across public works, stormwater, transportation, development review, facilities, and capital improvement projects.
Lefrancois Engineering is proud to sponsor Concerts at Commons Beach, a beloved Tahoe City tradition celebrating 21 years of free live music in 2026. As longtime members of the Tahoe community, we’re honored to support an event that brings families, friends and neighbors together for summer evenings of music, connection and fun beside Lake Tahoe.
Sometimes the most meaningful projects are the ones you get to enjoy long after construction is complete. For our Principal Engineer and owner, Mike Lefrancois, the Incline Village Skate Park is more than an engineering project -- it's a place where he now spends afternoons skating alongside his son. Behind every smooth ride is thoughtful civil engineering designed to withstand Tahoe's demanding mountain environment for decades to come.
Pooling water, eroding soil, or a cracking driveway? Learn five spring snowmelt warning signs Truckee homeowners shouldn't ignore -- and when to call an engineer.
Pooling water, eroding soil, or a cracking driveway? Learn five spring snowmelt warning signs Truckee homeowners shouldn't ignore -- and when to call an engineer.
Building in Truckee requires more than great architecture — it requires thoughtful planning of drainage, grading, and infrastructure. A civil engineer must design projects that work with Sierra terrain, deep winter snowpack, and strict environmental protections surrounding the Truckee River watershed. The Boulders development offers a clear example of how careful civil engineering helps projects succeed in mountain environments.
Michael's engineering blog
Tahoe engineering insights, tips, and stories from over 20 years of experience in the Tahoe, Truckee and Reno area. From navigating TRPA permits to solving tricky drainage issues, Michael shares practical advice, lessons learned, and local know-how to help projects succeed in the mountains.