Initially founded in 1974 by Robert B. Ludgate, Sr., PE, PLS, and subsequently incorporated in 1986, Ludgate Engineering Corporation (LEC) is a federally certified Section 3 small, multi-disciplined consulting engineering business engaged in providing engineering services, consulting services, environmental services, surveying and mapping, structural design and drafting services to a variety of public and private clients. A family-owned business, LEC prides itself on its dedicated, long-term associates. All three key management personnel have been with the firm 15 years or more.