- Flood barriers
Flood barriers
Geodesign offers three series of flood protection barriers with 11 models, designed to handle various flooding scenarios. Based on the same principle, they vary in dam height and design to suit specific needs. Ideal as both Commercial Flood Barriers and Flood Barriers for Homes, they can be quickly installed without tools, even in high-pressure situations.
Deployable free-standing Flood Barriers for All Situations.
Welcome to Geodesign Barriers Inc., your go-to source for reliable flood barriers, cofferdams, and floodproofing solutions. We offer 9 FM-approved, free-standing perimeter barrier models available in the US for immediate dispatch. With a focus on reliability, flexibility, and quick deployment, our steel flood barriers have been the top choice for government agencies, private companies, and homeowners worldwide for the past 30 years.
Patented flood barriers with effective protection heights from 24 inches to 8.5 ft.
Geodesign Barriers is a leading provider of temporary flood barriers, designed to withstand all flooding scenarios. They are quick to deploy, easy to store, and of the highest quality with a life-span of 70+ years.
Our free-standing flood barriers are crafted with high-strength steel and marine-grade aluminum, lined with a durable PVC-coated poly membrane to offer the ultimate protection against severe flooding conditions such as waves, overtopping, debris impact, lateral currents, and more. Tested by the US Army Corps of Engineers and certified by FM Approval, our barriers guarantee both performance and durability over time.
- 30 years of experience
- FM Approved
- Trusted by governments and large corporations worldwide
Choose from a range of FM Approved deployable flood barriers
Our barriers use hydrostatic pressure to anchor the frames and vary in technical design to optimize protection height while ensuring low storage volume, quick deployment, and lasting durability. Every flood barrier model is easily deployed without tools or heavy machinery. Explore your options.
Flood barriers and cofferdams in action
Geodesign's flood barriers offer flexible protection for managing water levels in situations where they are likely to fill. Their sturdy steel construction and innovative design provide peace of mind in even the most challenging conditions and can be an advantage in an insurance claim. Large-scale protection, control and cofferdams from Geodesign Barriers can ensure your property remains undamaged and that businesses can continue to run smoothly.
The power of flood protection
Product application
Geodesign flood barriers offer quality you can trust with strong steel foundations and a user-friendly design that makes the job of deployment faster and easier in an emergency setup. This also means businesses can set up, store and re-use these flood barriers when floods return, for a sustainable and cost-effective way to manage logistics when the rain comes.
Expect manageable deployment, compact storage and product flexibility, opening the door to create better risk and contingency logistics for flooding and climate emergencies. Be prepared for floods of various magnitudes, in city or rural environments, with a protection system from the experts.
Flood barriers as cofferdams
Product application
Geodesign barriers double as watertight cofferdams and are easy to install in water. From an environmental perspective using these barriers as cofferdams means minimal impact - which means sustainable water work that is cost-effective for financially savvy businesses. Ground penetration is not necessary thanks to their freestanding design without sheet piling systems. As a result, they can be used in a range of complex situations such as bridge repairs and maintenance work, shoreline restoration and stabilization, and blocking water or creating dry environments.
”The defences we have chosen are the most versatile on the market, which is precisely what we need in Osney, and they have already been proven successful in other parts of the country.”
- Rob Alexander, Flodd Risk Manager @ Environment Agency, UK
"We are very happy with the levee. The only reason there isn’t floodwater throughout the city is the levee stoppning the water. We are very very relieved.”
- George Seymore, Mayor of Fraser Coast, AUS
Make your mark on the world with us
We are looking for talented technical experts and sales professionals who want to reach new fronts in their career and make an impact. Whether you are operating in a personal capacity or represent a company, we would like to partner with people who share our vision for sustainably protecting people and environments.
The growing need for protection from floods drives our dedication to bring barrier protection to new areas. Our flexible business model offers three main ways to collaborate - as an agent, distributor, or strategic partner. We're excited to discuss how we can work together to create meaningful change and build a more resilient future for everyone.
As an agent
Become an independent entrepreneur and advocate for our flood barriers and brand as an agent. Your commissions are based on sales, which are processed directly between GeoDesign Barriers and the customer.
As a distributor
If your company works in a relevant sector, you can expand your offering by adding Geodesign Barriers to your product lineup. As a distributor, you aren't required to represent the Geodesign Barriers brand but you should market our flood barriers in the USA and other areas where your business operates. In this case, sales are managed by you as a distributor - directly to the customer.
Via referral
Do you work in a related industry and have contacts at companies that need flood barriers and/or cofferdams? Get paid for your referrals, when you provide the details and connection that lead to a sale. Contact us and we'll give you all the information you need.
Articles & client cases
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USA
ASML Fortifies Silicon Valley Campus Against 500-Year Floods with FM Approved Barriers
In November 2024, ASML proactively safeguarded its San Jose R&D campus from potential 500-year floods by implementing FM Approved flood barriers and integrating real-time monitoring from USGS river gauges.
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Okategoriserad
Flood protection
Geodesign Barriers: Flood Protection in Membre-Vresse
Discover how Geodesign Barriers provided effective flood protection in Membre-Vresse, Belgium. Learn about their rapid deployment, real-world performance, and role in modern flood defense systems.
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News
Okategoriserad
Flood protection
Enedis Protects Paris with Geodesign Flood Barrier
Discover how Enedis protects Paris's power infrastructure with Geodesign Barriers' Aqua Barrière. Learn about temporary flood barriers, flood defense systems, and proactive flood prevention solutions.
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Heavy Duty
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France
TF1 Trains with Geodesign Barriers for Enhanced Flood Protection
TF1, France's leading television network, tested their new Heavy Duty C152 Geodesign Barriers around its Boulogne-Billancourt headquarters in November. The initiative trained technical teams on barrier setup while testing their flood defense abilities to protect the facility from potential Seine...
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Heavy Duty
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France
Normandy received protection against severe flooding
In January 2025, Normandy experienced extreme flooding during Storm Herminia as torrential rains led to river overflows that endangered infrastructure and homes. During the crisis Geodesign Barriers, which operates under its French name Aqua-Barrière, proved instrumental in protecting local commu...
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Netherlands
Waterschap Limburg Deploys Geodesign Barriers E51 Elemental to Protect Apartment Complex ‘Dennemarkenhof’
Waterschap Limburg deployed Geodesign's E51 flood barriers near Roermond following heavy rainfall that threatened to flood the Dennemarkenhof apartment complex. The flood barriers, designed to withstand water levels up to 51 cm, helped prevent damage. This action is part of a broader initiative t...
Trusted by clients around the world: Meet the customers enjoying the protection of Geodesign Barriers
Some of the world's most prominent companies and organizations use our flood barriers and more to ensure the ultimate protection in high-risk flooding scenarios. Our clientele includes global corporations, as well as businesses operating directly in and from the USA such as ... We are proud to provide protection to clients at a global scale. From flood-prone areas such as Port Adelaide in Australia to New York, New Jersey and Virginia - we've got our clients covered across the globe.
Your most frequently asked questions, answered
How do temporary flood barriers work?
Our temporary flood barriers were engineered to serve as effective protection against flood waters in various stages. These barriers can be set up, taken down and stored for reuse, making them a sustainable and smart option for climate protection.
The barriers should always be deployed by our manufacturer guidelines to make sure they are as effective as possible. That being said, their foundations are built with metal frames, covered by an impermeable plastic membrane, stopping the water flow. This helps reduce flood impact and increases safety for people and environments.
We've harnessed the power of the water itself to anchor the barriers, along with the friction of the ground to stabilize them. In addition to the actual barriers, pumps help control water levels and ground inlets or drains are sealed to prevent leaking and seepage.
The plastic membrane stretches out towards the water to slow down underground water movement, with design features in place to help the barriers withstand high water pressure and control water flow. Reduce impact and increase safety with temporary flood barriers.
Are flood barriers expensive?
When working out the cost of flood barriers, you need to take into account their lifetime cost instead of the once-off expense. When you weigh up the cost of the barriers (purchase and maintenance) against the cost of flood damage, it offers some perspective.
Besides causing immense human and animal suffering, floods can destroy whole landscapes - both urban and rural, badly damaging and demolishing buildings and temporary structures - displacing or injuring residents, shooting up insurance levies and causing hidden damage that's only evident later.
Drying, repairs and rebuilding critical electrical infrastructure (just one example) can amount to millions of dollars in damage. So, from that perspective, value and cost-savings are high despite risk management costs. Make the most out of your investment with training and reuse.
How do Geodesign flood barriers work?
Wherever and whenever you need them, Geodesign flood barriers are temporary climate protection structures that can minimize the impact of floods and maintain their form. Their core structure comprises extra-strong, interconnected A-frames made of long-lasting, galvanized steel with aluminum panels.
The angled frames use water pressure, coupled with ground friction, to anchor the barrier. Once the plastic membranes are in place, any leakage behind the barrier gets pumped back to the catchment - you just need to make sure any manholes, drains or cavities are plugged to prevent surcharging. This allows for flood containment and diversion.
There are 3 main use cases for these barriers as a precaution:
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Deploy them in advance, when a flood emergency is imminent.
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Use them repeatedly in high-risk areas and store them nearby.
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Use them as part of a flood emergency toolkit and deploy them as needed to various areas, storing them in a central location in between.
However, they can also be used post-flood to help speed up recovery by diverting or controlling remaining water in critical zones. They can also be converted to pools for containing oil spills or water temporarily.
What specialized knowledge do you need to use these barriers?
You don't have to come from a professional background to deploy Geodesign flood barriers. However, we recommend at least two members from your team train in temporary flood protection and, of course, reference product instructions carefully.
The beauty of the Geodesign Flood Barrier system lies in its simplicity. We provide a comprehensive instruction manual designed for those that are new to barrier assembly. Plus, the assembly process is manual, meaning no need for heavy machinery and additional certifications.
What surfaces can flood barriers work on?
One of the most exciting aspects of Geodesign flood barriers is that they work on a variety of surfaces such as clay, mud and tarmac. In fact, the friction caused by gravel and other bases actually aids in anchoring the construction. Although, pins may be used in some cases where concrete is the base for extra protection. If you're concerned that barriers will not work on uneven terrain rest assured that the Geodesign Barrier system is highly adaptable making it suitable for a wide variety, or urban and rural terrains. You're assured protection in challenging conditions.
How much water pressure can our flood barriers withstand?
Geodesign Flood Barriers are engineered to be very stable and resist significant water pressure. They maintain stability right to the top of the barrier, cofferdam or levee, offering maximum protection at the water depth each model is designed for. Even dynamic loads from lateral currents and waves aren't likely to destroy your barriers.
Every Geodesign Barrier levee has undergone extensive testing and is certified according to Kitemark BS 851188-2 standards. These barriers have been proven to resist a Designated Maximum Water Depth (DMWD) of over 3ft. This certification ensures that they meet stringent safety and performance criteria.
Over and above this, the barriers are FM-approved, ensuring they comply with the important standards set by FM Global, a leading property insurance and risk management organization. This approval offers peace of mind that the barriers are reliable, effective and capable of withstanding the pressures and challenges created by active floods.
Geodesign Barriers are robustly designed and well-tested to resist high water pressure, ensuring effective flood protection in demanding scenarios.
How can I manage risks like damage, theft or vandalism?
Geodesign Flood Barriers are a durable option for climate protection. The foundational structure is made of high-strength steel, which floating debris is no real match for - significantly reducing this risk. Similarly, the steel bones make it less likely that vandalism of any kind will be effective. While some damage might be visible on the exterior, the functionality of the barrier could only be compromised in very extreme conditions or if not deployed correctly.
That being said, we still recommend that you monitor your flood barrier set-up throughout the flood. This way, you can minimize the risk of vandalism and keep an eye on your flood-fighting operation. The level of surveillance you want might change depending on the location and circumstances surrounding your barriers, but generally, someone should inspect the barrier regularly as you would monitor any other protective infrastructure.
This person should be responsible for making sure that any repair work needed can be done quickly and effectively - helping to ensure the barrier isn't compromised during deployment. So, while Geodesign barriers are built to withstand harsh conditions and resist damage, ongoing vigilance and maintenance will support optimal performance and security - ensuring you get the most from your flood protection.