Juan Carlos Scheffer

Juan Carlos Scheffer is a seasoned civil engineer specializing in hydraulic engineering, born in 1947 in General Daniel Cerri, Argentina. He has had a significant impact on water management in Bahía Blanca, having directed the construction and maintenance of the Paso de las Piedras dam, a crucial water supply for the city. A former professor and dean at the Universidad Nacional del Sur, Scheffer has dedicated his career to addressing water-related challenges and has authored several books on the subject. Recently, he has been in the news for his insights on the city's infrastructure issues, particularly following catastrophic flooding that highlighted decades of neglect in public works.