Successful evaluation and restoration of fluvial systems and wetlands requires an understanding of the geologic, hydrologic and engineered environment and biological communities. Client services including the following are offered:
- Sediment quality and transport analysis
- Watershed hydrology
- Bank Stabilization
- Fluvial geomorphic assessment
- Stream restoration
- Floodplain/erosion hazard mapping
Our approach is to understand the physical setting through evaluation of flow, geomorphology, surrounding geology, and watershed stressors. We work with resource and habitat professionals to evaluate wildlife and biological impacts and restoration strategies. We also work with engineering professionals to understand impacts to and impacts from infrastructure. The following questions are routinely answered when performing an evaluation and developing a restoration approach.
- How will hydrologic conditions change with increasing storm frequency and duration?
- How does tidal restriction impact water quality and habitat?
- How can modifying infrastructure and restoring more natural stream flow characteristics improve connectivity and water quality?
- How will sediment transport change with changes in infrastructure?
- How is water quality influenced by area geology and land use?
- How will groundwater and surface water withdrawal change river and stream flow?
Recent projects include hydrologic and geomorphic evaluation in support of dam removal feasibility, sediment transport analysis to determine downstream water quality/habitat impacts, enhancement of hydrologic function and habitat after infrastructure modification, and improvement of pond water quality with increased flow through and oxygenation.