TERRA Environmental Groundwater Management
TERRA Environmental delivers comprehensive groundwater management solutions tailored to meet complex environmental and regulatory challenges. Our experienced team provides end-to-end services including groundwater assessment and characterization, ongoing monitoring and sampling programs, contamination remediation, and regulatory compliance planning. From initial site investigations to long-term monitoring systems, we help clients protect groundwater resources while meeting federal and state requirements. Our expertise spans industrial facilities, construction projects, and contaminated sites, ensuring sustainable groundwater management practices that safeguard both environmental health and operational continuity.
Groundwater in Numbers
115 mm
Americans who rely on groundwater for drinking
~22%
Groundwater samples with manmade contaminents
126,000
Sites in the US that have not met pollution standards
~10 mm
Estimated underground storage tanks in US
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Our Services
TERRA Environmental delivers comprehensive groundwater management solutions across New England, combining regulatory expertise with proven field capabilities. Our team specializes in Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs), Dewatering and Remediation General Permits (DRGPs) and compliance services through monthly assessments and quarterly sampling.
Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans
TERRA Environmental provides comprehensive SWPPP development and compliance services specifically tailored to the unique regulatory landscape of New England. Our expertise spans federal NPDES requirements and state-specific regulations across Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Maine.
The regulatory environment for stormwater management in New England involves a complex interplay of federal and state requirements. EPA Region 1 directly administers NPDES stormwater permits in Massachusetts and New Hampshire, while other New England states have varying levels of delegated authority. Understanding this multi-jurisdictional approach is critical for successful project compliance.
Site-Specific Risk Assessment
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Proximity analysis to protected wetlands and waterways
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Slope stability evaluation for New England's variable topography
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Sensitive receptor identification including public water supplies and Outstanding Resource Waters
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Seasonal construction considerations for harsh New England winters
Enhanced BMP Selection
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Robust sediment barriers designed for freeze-thaw durability
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Enhanced inlet protection for frequent storm events
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Stabilization measures appropriate for local soil conditions
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Construction access controls that account for seasonal limitations
Documentation and Reporting
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Multi-agency reporting to EPA, state, and local authorities as required
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Integration with NOI submissions for streamlined permitting
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Real-time compliance tracking through our digital platform
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Emergency response procedures for spill containment and notification
Dewatering and Remediation General Permits (DRGPs)
TERRA maintains extensive capabilities in the 2022 DRGP framework, covering all four authorized activity types and wastewater categories (groundwater, stormwater, potable water and surface water). Our team manages the complete permit lifecycle from initial NOI preparation through project termination, utilizing EPA's electronic NeT platform for all submissions.
Site Remediation
Environmental cleanup activities including petroleum contamination remediation, groundwater treatment systems, soil vapor extraction, and contaminated site restoration projects.
Site Dewatering
Construction and excavation dewatering operations, including foundation excavations, utility installations, and temporary construction site water management for projects disturbing less than one acre.
Infrastructure Remediation
Municipal and utility infrastructure projects requiring water management, including pipeline installations, bridge construction, roadway projects, and underground storage tank removals.
Material Dewatering
Processing and treatment of contaminated materials, including contaminated soil dewatering, sediment treatment operations, and waste management facility discharge activities.
On Going Compliance
TERRA Environmental's monthly assessment program provides comprehensive evaluation of groundwater management systems to ensure continuous regulatory compliance. Our systematic evaluations include inspection of best management practices, treatment system operations, and discharge monitoring.
Our quarterly sampling program delivers comprehensive water quality analysis meeting SWPPP and DRGP monitoring requirements. Services include multi-parameter analysis for sediment, nutrients, metals, petroleum hydrocarbons, and emerging contaminants like PFAS, utilizing EPA-approved methods and certified laboratories.
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