AQUATIC RESOURCE RELOCATION PLANS (ARRP)

We work closely with our clients and TPWD to deliver and execute effective Aquatic Resource Relocation Plans

  • Design & implement plans in regulation with TPWD
  • Use multiple gear types to efficiently transport aquatic organisms
  • Close working relationship with TPWD = rapid and confident results

wetland delineation/ USACE 404 permitting

Wetland delineations are typically required for projects that will impact wetlands or wetland buffers. The location of State and Federal jurisdictional wetland boundaries are delineated using vegetation, soil and hydrology criteria in a method consistent with Federal wetlands delineation guidelines. Our team has performed numerous wetland delineations and maintain the proper certification and training to conduct these surveys. 

Phase I environmental assessments

Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) reports are prepared for real estate and business transactions such as: land purchases, building purchases, leases, business purchases, new residential developments and bank loans. Our Phase 1 ESA reports are in compliance with American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Standard E-1527-13. This ASTM standard adheres to the Environmental Protection Agency All Appropriate Inquiries Rule, codified into the federal regulations by the EPA (40 CFR Part 312). This type of report is the one typically required by lenders and is highly recommended prior to purchasing commercial or industrial real estate, or prior to starting new residential developments. Licensed Environmental Professional (LEP) certification from INSTEP (Phase I ESAs)

USFWS Section 7 and Section 10 Consultations

Section 7 requires the agencies to ensure that their activities are not likely to jeopardize the continued existence of listed species or adversely modify designated critical habitats. In addition, Section 10 authorizes the government to issue permits allowing for the incidental take of threatened or endangered species, which would otherwise be prohibited under the Endangered Species Act. Our team members have experience with both Section 7 & 10 consultations, and experience with multiple terrestrial, avian, and aquatic threatened and endangered species

Water quality assessments

 water quality assessment is the overall process of evaluation of the physical, chemical and biological nature of the water, whereas water quality monitoring is the collection of the relevant information.

Water quality assessments

 water quality assessment is the overall process of evaluation of the physical, chemical and biological nature of the water, whereas water quality monitoring is the collection of the relevant information. Our team have participated in and coordinated many water quality monitoring/watershed assessment projects. We understand how to design water quality studies to meet TCEQ water quality standards

Mitigation bank site efficacy assessments

Mitigation banking means the restoration, creation, enhancement and, in exceptional circumstances, preservation of wetlands and/or other aquatic resources expressly for the purpose of providing compensatory mitigation in advance of authorized impacts to similar resources. Our teams work within EPA and USACE guidelines in creating and monitoring mitigation banking

Storm water pollution prevention plans

In Texas, if your business is required to obtain permit coverage, you must submit an application to the TCEQ that includes a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP). The plan must include site-specific protocols, training, facility inspections, and water sampling schedules that will help you reduce and mitigate your business’ storm water runoff. Our team is experienced in developing these plans in concordance with the TCEQ.