Stream and River Assessments Wetland Delineations and Assessments Wetland Hydrology and Monitoring Abandoned Mine Reclamation/Restoration Environmental Permitting Education and Outreach

Aquascape Wetland and Environmental Services and its associates possess extensive experience in providing a wide variety of environmental services to a wide range of clients. These services include designing and conducting stream assessments, conducting wetland delineations, designing and constructing mitigation wetlands, conducting environmental assessments, environmental permitting, and ecological restoration. We are also active in research, as well as the development and application of new methodologies for the characterization and assessment of stream reaches and wetlands.

We have conducted both qualitative and quantitative stream assessments for clients in the mining, waste, and natural gas industries, as well as government agencies and non-profit organizations. Stream assessments have involved the assessment of macroinvertebrate and fish communities through the collection and identification of species, as well as the characterization of stream and riparian habitats.

Aquascape has participated in a number of abandoned mine restoration projects in Western Pennsylvania, which have involved the construction of innovative passive treatment systems. Other aspects of these restoration projects have included incorporating biodiversity into treatment wetlands, streambank stabilization, riparian area restoration, and upland habitat improvements. For mine permit applications, Aquascape has also designed and/or constructed mitigation wetlands, riparian area restoration plans, pond habitat enhancements, and upland restoration plans.

Aquascape is experienced in environmental permitting and has a successful track record on a wide variety of projects that include surface mining, landfill expansions, and obtaining restoration waivers for the completion of Growing Greener grant projects, as well as conducting smaller projects for private individuals. Aquascape has developed a strong working relationship with the PA Game Commission, PA Fish & Boat Commission, Pittsburgh District of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and the PA Department of Environmental Protection.

Wondering about the Slippery Rock Creek Watershed Assessment? Information is available here. (If you have trouble with that link, try this one.)