Geology

Hicks & Company has experience in the development of geologic assessments, including mapping of karst features and caves, for a variety of public and private projects over the Edwards Aquifer. Our geologic assessments meet TCEQ requirements and are designed to support Water Pollution Abatement Plans and Organized Sewage Collection System plans.

CAPABILITIES

GEOLOGIC ASSESSMENTS

  • Geologic Assessments for Edwards Aquifer Protection Plans (EAPPs), Water Pollution Abatement Plans (WPAPs), and Contributing Zone Plans (CZPs)
  • TCEQ Edwards Aquifer Protection Program Compliance
  • Identification and Protection of Sensitive Cave and Karst Features
  • Construction Site Reconnaissance and Compliance Monitoring
  • TCEQ Closure Plans

ENVIRONMENTAL DUE DILIGENCE

  • Baseline Water Sampling
  • ASTM E1527-13 Phase I Environmental Site Assessments
  • ASTM E1903-11 Phase II Site Investigations
  • ASTM E1528 Transaction Screens
  • Texas Risk Reduction Program (TRRP) Compliance
  • Voluntary Cleanup Program (VCP) Support
  • Pre-Acquisition Assessments
  • Risk Review and Liability Characterization

SITE ASSESSMENT

  • Site Investigation and Reporting
  • Soil, Groundwater, Surface Water, and Sediment Sampling
  • Boring / Monitor Well Installation
  • Site Characterization and Risk Assessment
  • Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plans and Facility Inspections
  • Naturally Occurring Radioactive Material (NORM) Surveys