Wastewater and Stormwater

Drainage, Septic, Sewer, and more!

Wastewater

Septic Sytems, Sewer Infrastructure, Sewer Connectors, Advanced Treatment Systems, and more

Wastewater services are a critical aspect of managing and treating water that has been used and contaminated by human activities. Our staff specializes in wastewater management (e.g. septic and sewer) systems design to collect, treat, and dispose of wastewater in a safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible manner. We are well positioned to help you manage the rapidly changing regulatory landscape in this field, designing and implementing sustainable, efficient, and environmentally conscious solutions that safeguard public health, protect natural resources, and promote responsible water management practices for the benefit of present and future generations.

Wastewater Treatment Plant Design: Our team can help design your treatment facilities, employing the requisite processes to remove contaminants, pathogens, and pollutants from wastewater before it is released back into the environment. These treatment processes may include physical, biological, and chemical treatment methods.

Sanitary Sewer Overflow (SSO) Prevention: Implementing measures to prevent SSOs, which occur when untreated sewage is discharged into the environment due to sewer blockages or overflows. This is a very real issue in the era of rising sea levels and volatile weather systems, so our engineers design systems to handle excessive flows and prevent backups.

Wastewater Reuse and Recycle Systems: Developing systems that treat wastewater for reuse in non-potable applications like irrigation, industrial processes, or groundwater recharge, promoting sustainable water use practices.

Stormwater and Wastewater Separation: Designing systems that separate stormwater from wastewater to prevent overload in treatment plants during heavy rainfall events.

Key Components of Wastewater Services:

Septic System Design: Designing septic systems for areas without access to centralized sewer systems. These household and commercial systems treat wastewater on-site and disperse treated effluent into the soil. We deal with Title V (“Title 5”) as well as advanced treatment systems, e.g. Denitrification (“De-Nite”).

Sewer System Design: Planning and designing sewer networks that efficiently collect and transport wastewater from residential, commercial, and industrial areas to treatment plants. Our engineers have designed large pump stations and lift stations as part of sewer systems, and sewer connectors to tie into existing or new infrastructure.

Key Considerations:

Environmental Protection: Ensuring that wastewater treatment systems comply with environmental regulations to protect water bodies, ecosystems, and public health.

Resource Conservation: Incorporating water recycling and reuse strategies to conserve freshwater resources and reduce the environmental impact of wastewater discharge.

Technological Advancements: Implementing advanced technologies and innovative treatment methods to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of wastewater treatment processes.

Public Health and Safety: Designing and managing systems that effectively treat wastewater to prevent waterborne diseases and contamination.

Stormwater

Retention ponds, On-site detention, Rainwater harvesting, Green roofs, Constructed wetlands, etc.

Stormwater management encompasses the strategies implemented to control rainfall runoff to mitigate flooding, erosion, and water pollution. Our team specializes in stormwater management, devising innovative solutions to handle and control the flow of rainwater in urban and rural areas, ensuring the effective and environmentally sound handling of stormwater runoff. Through strategic planning, innovative design, and sustainable solutions, we strive to minimize the adverse impacts of stormwater, protect water resources, and create resilient communities that can better withstand the challenges posed by storm events and changing environmental conditions.

Green Infrastructure Solutions: Incorporating nature-based solutions like rain gardens, bioswales, permeable pavements, and vegetated areas helps manage stormwater onsite by allowing water to infiltrate, reducing runoff, and enhancing water quality.

Erosion and Sediment Control: Implementing erosion control measures such as silt fences, sediment traps, and erosion control blankets helps prevent soil erosion caused by stormwater runoff, protecting water bodies and infrastructure.

Floodplain Management: Our team can assess and plan for floodplains, considering flood risk areas, floodways, and regulatory requirements to minimize flood damage to properties and infrastructure.

Watershed Management: Analyzing and managing watersheds to understand the flow of stormwater runoff, identify pollution sources, and implement strategies to protect and restore water quality within watersheds.

Key Components of Stormwater Services:

Drainage Systems Design: STE designs and implements drainage systems that efficiently collect and convey stormwater runoff away from developed areas. These systems typically include storm sewers, culverts, channels, and catch basins.

Retention and Detention Structures: We plan and construct retention and detention basins or ponds to temporarily hold stormwater. Retention basins retain water for longer periods, allowing gradual infiltration or evaporation, while detention basins manage peak flows and release water gradually to prevent downstream flooding.

Key Considerations:

Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring designs adhere to local, state, and federal regulations governing stormwater management and environmental protection.

Environmental Sustainability : Incorporating environmentally friendly practices that promote groundwater recharge, reduce pollution, and preserve natural hydrological processes.

Community Resilience: Developing stormwater solutions that enhance community resilience against flooding and erosion, safeguarding infrastructure and public safety.

Technological Advancements: Utilizing innovative technologies such as hydrological modeling, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and remote sensing to enhance stormwater management planning and analysis.