Pinnacle Engineering advises on stormwater pollution prevention plan development in compliance with the EPA Clean Water Act and applicable local and state regulations. With over 30 years of civil and environmental engineering experience, we act as a regulatory representative that supports construction and operational teams.
During pre-engineering due diligence, we identify watershed districts and permitting programs affecting your project. Our full-service approach guides you through permitting and SWPPP best management practices to develop a comprehensive plan for regulatory compliance.
Our goal is to continue to build upon our reputation of delivering high-quality services, maintaining open and responsive communications, and providing cost-effective solutions that consistently meet our clients’ needs.
Construction Stormwater Permitting Services
The project planning and engineering phases are critical in identifying all applicable requirements for your construction project. If you plan to disturb more than one acre of land during construction, you must obtain a stormwater permit and develop an engineering plan for stormwater storage and conveyance.
Construction stormwater permits require the implementation of a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) and Best Management Practices (BMPs). As experts in civil engineering, our stormwater engineering services are designed to help you identify applicable local, state, and federal regulations and provide assistance with pre-construction permitting, routine weekly inspections, and documentation.
Industrial Stormwater Permitting Services
Industrial stormwater permits require engineering planning for stormwater discharge and storage. Included in these requirements is the collection, analysis, and submission of data required by regulatory agencies for your permits. In addition to federal regulations, state and local laws must also be considered.
Our engineers help you identify whether you need a permit or a No Exposure Certification (NEC). When industrial stormwater permits are required, we can assist with the development and implementation of a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP). The team’s deep regulatory knowledge provides insight into permitting and sampling requirements specific to your location. You receive full support navigating inspections, compliance and sampling plans, and reporting to ensure you meet all permitting requirements.
Our engineers analyze your project plans and provide feedback on civil-related deficiencies related to soils, drainage, embankments, containment, environmental risk, and local site selection.
The regulatory landscape surrounding PFAS and microplastics changes frequently. State regulations require regular sampling and testing to determine the concentration of PFAS and other contaminants in stormwater runoff. Our engineers work with regulatory offices at local, state, and federal levels to determine testing requirements specific to your location and oversee the collection and analysis of water and submission of applicable reports.
Hydrogeology services focus on studying and analyzing water flow, distribution, and storage on your site. These assessments help us determine the availability, quality, and sustainability of water supplies and identify the effects of stormwater runoff on natural water resources.
Watershed districts add a complex and strict layer of permitting requirements. Our environmental engineers and hydrologists provide comprehensive water services for regulatory compliance. Services include stormwater management and discharge, groundwater services, hydrogeology and hydrologic assessments, contamination prevention, water regulation and compliance, and sustainability.
The permitting process can take a few years, depending on the location and type of project. Our analysis and due diligence team conducts all applicable assessments, identifies an environmental permitting matrix relevant to your project, reviews submission requirements, and determines when applications must be submitted based on your project timeline.
FEL stage 1/2 services include Phase I/II Environmental Site Assessments, wetland delineation, cultural and historical field surveys, T&E species habitat surveys, and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) planning and scoping.
Our environmental permitting and greenfield site consulting services lay a foundation for the success of your project. In partnership with your engineering team, we conduct pre-engineering assessments to determine the viability of your project and identify applicable permits. Areas we support include environmental and construction permitting. Process Hazard Analysis, sustainability and carbon consulting, and operational permitting and support.
Comprehensive water services help you address various aspects of groundwater and stormwater management to minimize environmental impacts. Our team of hydrogeologists and engineers conducts site assessments to identify issues, verify current or potential sources of contamination, and guide mitigation, cleanup, and monitoring efforts.
Environmental due diligence is critical in the early stages of project planning and engineering. From historical use of the property to the existence of wetlands and/or threatened & endangered species, environmental due diligence needs to be thorough and accurate.
If the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and/or state Environmental Review requirements are triggered for a project, identifying these environmental matters in the early stages of site selection and engineering is vitally important.
Our experts in NEPA compliance and Environmental Review work with your development and engineering teams to ensure your project’s environmental matters are properly identified and addressed.
Pinnacle Engineering’s property services support your facility throughout its life cycle, helping you confidently face real or perceived environmental conditions. Services include due diligence support and planning, Phase I/II environmental site assessments, property condition assessments, and remediation solutions.
Additional Services
- Custom Compliance Services
- Emergency Response Services
- Facility Response Planning
- Aquifer Storage & Recovery (ASR)
- Contaminants of Emerging Concern (CEC)
- Groundwater Investigation & Assessment
- Drone & Technology Services
- Regulatory Negotiations & Enforcement Support
- Contractor & Construction Management Services
- Post-Construction & Operational Support
Our commitment to health and safety.
Pinnacle Engineering is dedicated to the health and safety of all – our employees, our clients, the environment, and its communities. Our foundation was built on our culture of safety in and around everything we do, and we continue to prioritize those initiatives to this day.
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As responsible stewards of the environment, we understand the importance of regulatory compliance. When you partner with us for environmental reporting services, you have a trusted advisor to guide you through the complexities of permitting, reporting, and program development.