As part of many environmental monitoring programs the staff of Hanson Environmental has designed and conducted baseline investigations performed both prior to development and as part of ongoing compliance monitoring programs. Typical projects conducted by Hanson Environmental include:
- Determine the species composition, distribution, and abundance of fish and other aquatic organisms, wetland and riparian vegetation, waterfowl, and wildlife;
- Identify the presence of threatened or endangered species;
- Identify and delineate wetland areas and other sensitive habitats;
- Determine life history and habitat requirements of selected target species;
- Design habitat enhancement and restoration programs;
- Assess project mitigation responsibilities.
Our goal for all of these environmental investigations is to produce results which are statistically defensible and provide a sound basis for resource management decisions and compliance with State and Federal regulations. Detailed consideration of sampling and experimental design, statistical analysis, population dynamics, computer modeling, and data interpretation are integral components of our biological investigations. Results of these investigations are documented in clear, concise, reports, exhibits, and testimony for presentation to State and Federal regulatory agencies.
