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On 28 November 2023, the Queensland Government released an updated waterway mapping layer relating to waterways that provide fish passage and the assessment of waterway barrier works. In some cases, the new mapping indicates the presence of waterways (generally green / low risk of impact waterways) within proposed development sites for which detailed master plans and project designs have already been developed.  While these plans / designs avoided waterway barrier works based on the previous waterway mapping, the newly released mapping now shows waterways within the footprint of proposed development. This change of circumstance may require assessment of the waterway by a specialist fish biologist and expert advice to support the approvals process. #waterways #queensland #mapping #fishpassage

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As the Coastal Regions of America Experience Stronger and More Frequent Storms, the Stabilization of These Treasured Areas Have Become a Far More Prevailing Focus of Concern. SAEDACCO Summit’s remediation professionals stand ready to support engineers and environmental consultants with contracting services to help maintain the stability of our shorelines and the surrounding infrastructure. Our Shoreline Stabilization services include: • Site Assessment Assistance • Permitting and Compliance Assistance • Erosion Control Structure Installation • Living Shorelines & Riparian Buffer Planting • Bulkhead Installation and, or Repair • Bioengineering (Coir logs, geotextiles, or other natural materials to stabilize slopes) • Seawall Construction and or Repair • Stormwater Management For more information on our multi-faceted approach and large platform of remediation solutions, call Dave Prendergast at 856-246-7329 or email DPrendergast@summitdrilling.com. You can also use our convenient “Start-a-Project” page https://lnkd.in/gzC6y_BG to provide details about your scope of work and upload reference documents. A SAEDACCO Summit representative will respond promptly. To get more posts about our Shoreline Stabilization services and full contracting capabilities, please FOLLOW US on LinkedIn, thank you. https://saedacco.com/home #soilexcavation #remediationsystems #ustremoval #landfillservices #demolitionservices #shorelinestabilization #environmentaldrilling #sonicdrilling #directpushdrilling #utilitylocation #USTdetection #Septicsystemdetection #boreholegeophysics

One of the expertise we have at Alix Engineering is providing extensive Flood Risk Assessment Reports for new proposed developments. These reports play a vital role in ensuring the safety and resilience of new developments while also complying with environmental regulations and community welfare. Today we want to share an interesting Chapter of any Flood Risk Assessment, which is establishing the Hydrogeological settings of a new development. The Engineer can do that by consulting the Environmental Agency website and sources, where one could find the following for a proposed development: - The Groundwater Source Protection Zones - Aquifer Mapping, showing the underlying geology - The Groundwater Vulnerability Zones - Flood Zones Mapping We hope the information we shared was useful and have a good and productive day! #flood #floodrisk #hydrogeology #engineeringsolutions #engineeringadvice

Did you know the U.S. federal government manages around 640 million acres, of all land across the United States? That's roughly 1/4 of all U.S. land. Federal agencies are continually faced with the challenge of how best to manage public lands in the face of more frequent and dangerous wildfires, and the lasting costs and environmental effects than ever before. In recognition of the 30th Anniversary of National Public Lands Day, September 23, this article dives into the recent works on how the federal government is managing and restoring public lands. This is the kind of work RoGO supports and collaborates with because without this work, our lifesaving Dropblock devices have to work that much harder. Want to know more? Give us a call! Contact Rod Goossen or Todd M. Hinman-Briscoe to find out more about the work we are doing to support the BLM and other organizations working to mitigate wildland fires. https://lnkd.in/gzDPNvtt #wildlandfire #bureauoflandmanagement #technology #data #communications

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The River Corridor article I shared a teaser from a few weeks ago has now been published! In this review article, my co-authors (Vaughn Collins, Jeremy Payne, and Tim Abbe) and I propose a holistic approach to define a river corridor as the minimum space needed to sustain key river functions based on an understanding of the desired functions of that corridor and the processes governing channel and floodplain formation. I hope it will help guide how we think about land use around rivers. https://lnkd.in/gXrgKZtA

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Monitoring and surveying is important following a major incident, to prove the remediation activity is being effective. In the last of our posts this week about our work on the Llangennech train derailment site we look at the comprehensive monitoring and surveying we employed to prove the effectiveness of the remediation strategy. Over 100 regular monitoring locations were established to recover a combination of water and sediment samples, including SCAT surveys, to provide sufficient confidence on the success of long-term remediation. We established shellfish monitoring for the commercial cockle beds as well as saltmarsh, bird, and invertebrate surveys. Find out more in our case study: https://lnkd.in/e9RKzkwd #environmentalmonitoring #environmentalsurveys #incidentremediation #SCATsurvey

Understanding the right steps to take when repairing or replacing damaged improvements in wetlands or streams is crucial, yet often misunderstood. Here's what you need to take into consideration: -Federal and State Approval: Any activity that affects wetlands or involves endangered species requires approval under the Clean Water Act and potentially the Endangered Species Act. This means securing permits from federal agencies such as the Army Corps of Engineers. Don’t overlook state-level permissions; depending on your location, this might involve the State -Water Board or the Department of Fish and Wildlife. Emergency vs. Standard Permits: In cases where a storm damages structures like culverts, quick action is necessary. Emergency permits can often be issued within a week, allowing for immediate repairs. Remember, these repairs must strictly replicate the original structure in size and type—any upgrades or material changes like switching from a culvert to a bridge necessitate a longer, standard permitting process. -Preserving the Ecosystem: It’s vital to avoid introducing new materials that can harm the ecosystem, such as concrete in sensitive areas. Emergency actions are aimed at restoring functionality, not enhancements or upgrades. -Legal Compliance: If urgent repairs are needed to prevent imminent harm to life or property, the law allows for necessary actions. However, it's imperative to promptly inform the relevant agencies with detailed photos and descriptions of the actions taken. By following keeping these things in mind, property owners can ensure they meet legal requirements while protecting the environment and avoiding severe penalties for non-compliance. #projectdevelopment #propertydevelopment #civilengineer #propertydeveloper