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Stormwater control during construction really comes down to one key issue: impervious surfaces. As soon as you start adding concrete, asphalt, or even heavily compacted soil, water can no longer soak into the ground. That means more runoff, faster flow, and a lot more sediment moving across the site. To keep things simple, temporary controls…

  Did you know most of our water pollution comes from an accumulation of many sources?  Construction work creates a potential for erosion and sediment that can escape to nearby waterways and many industrial facilities create unexpected and undetected pollutants.   The common denominator is stormwater.  When it rains, stormwater can easily pick up and carry…

  Studies conducted years after the implementation of the Clean Water Act, it is evident that our rivers, lakes, streams, and estuaries are currently experiencing a higher level of cleanliness. Even though we have made considerable progress in reducing water pollution from industrial facilities and associated urbanization, our waterbodies are still being harmed by scattered…

  Stormwater runoff may seem harmless, but without proper management, especially at construction sites, it can lead to serious environmental issues. When rainwater flows over hard surfaces like streets, parking lots, rooftops, and exposed soil instead of soaking into the ground, it picks up pollutants such as sediments, nutrients, metals, and pathogens before washing into…

Our primary expertise is centered on helping clients maintain stormwater compliance by performing flawless inspections.  A construction site erosion control plan, normally incorporated into a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP), is designed to minimize erosion, control sedimentation, and address potential sources of pollution on a construction site.  As a company who performs daily inspections on…

From preconstruction planning to the project’s final completion, a construction site has many activities taking place every day.  Construction operators and site developers want flexibility in the way they establish various phases to follow regarding a project’s development.  They want the assurance they are not going to endure any delays or costly and unexpected expenses. …

A berm keeping the sediment from the recently cleared lot away from the wetland A Wetland basically means those areas that are overwhelmed or saturated by surface water or groundwater. Wetlands generally include swamps, marshes, bogs, and other similar areas. The amount of saturated water in a wetland can vary greatly. Some wetlands, specifically in…

We are now a month into the new year, and to make this year a success for both KCI and our clients, we are expanding our foundation of strong clarity, proactive communication, and consistency in our client services. As we accelerate into the year, it’s important to focus on three key factors that shape our…

Some of you may remember the classic 1980s animated series Inspector Gadget. The show followed a well-meaning but awkward crime fighter equipped with an endless supply of hidden gadgets, many of which were as unpredictable as they were impressive. Behind the scenes, Inspector Gadget relied heavily on his sharp-thinking niece Penny and his loyal dog,…