Water Resources Management

Groundwater Monitoring and Reporting

Initial site investigations of former UST sites typically include the preparation of project documentation for installation of soil borings and groundwater monitoring wells to delineate the lateral and vertical extent of soil and/or groundwater contamination from a full spectrum of organic and inorganic compounds. EBA has extensive experience in the performance of subsurface investigations that often involve continuous monitoring of surface water and/or groundwater. These hydrogeologic investigations, which are usually the result of discharges of hazardous substances to the surface and/or subsurface environment, involve the analysis and modeling of hydrogeologic data, and the evaluation, design and implementation of appropriate remediation systems.

Groundwater Characterization and Resource Assessments

EBA also has substantial experience in water resources management, including water availability studies and hydrogeologic modeling and availability studies/assessments accordance with local county and State policies for water scarce areas. This work includes detailed site reconnaissance and mapping, review of published water supply papers, local geologic literature, and Drillers Water Well reports.

Supplemental work incorporates performance of active pumping drawdown and recovery tests to determine site specific hydrogeologic characteristics. Water quality testing often entails water quality characterization using sophisticated water chemistry testing including stable isotopes to differentiate water types and sources. This work also consists of salt water intrusion assessments using trace element ratios as part of full-scale water availability studies.

EBA Engineering has also prepared groundwater management plans for groundwater extraction and dewatering programs.