WET_2024 Kalispell Engineering Services SOQ from Water & Environmental TechnologiesMONTANA | Butte | Anaconda | Great Falls | Bozeman | Kalispell | WYOMING | Sheridan · waterenvtech.com
April 29, 2024
Keith Haskins
Deputy Public Works Director
City of Kalispell
201 1st Avenue East
Kalispell, MT 59901
RE: Request for Qualifications—For Professional Services to the Kalispell Public Works
Department: Engineering Services
Dear Keith:
Water and Environmental Technologies (WET) is excited to submit the enclosed Request for
Qualifications for providing Engineering Services to the City of Kalispell. WET’s Project Team has
worked on hundreds of municipal water, wastewater, surveying, stormwater, water quality, road
design, grant preparation/administration, project management, construction engineering,
environmental engineering, subdivision, and annexation projects over the past 20-plus years. Our
team of professionals have developed an outstanding reputation for developing timely and cost-
effective solutions for our clients.
The proposed WET Project Team is highlighted by the following key advantages:
•WET’s diverse and experienced staff of civil, environmental, chemical, and geological engineers,
geologists, and hydrogeologists, together form a project team that provides the appropriate skill
set necessary to successfully complete the City of Kalispell’s engineering projects.
•Extensive experience servicing municipal clients in Montana with a wide variety of civil
engineering, environmental compliance, and land-use planning capacities.
•Direct knowledge of the City’s existing water rights. Recently, WET personnel completed a water
right change application to expand the use of an existing production well and three new permit
applications to allow for use of the City’s newly constructed wells.
•WET’s Team has developed an excellent rapport with Montana DEQ and DNRC Staff.
In summary, WET offers a skilled and passionate team that will bring a combination of outstanding
infrastructure design and construction experience, extensive support services, cutting edge
technologies and innovative thinking to find cost effective solutions. We look forward to your review
of our qualifications, and we feel strongly that the City of Kalispell will benefit from hiring our team.
Sincerely,
Brad Bennett, PG
Senior Hydrogeologist, Water & Environmental Technologies
Prepared for:
Kalispell, Montana
102 Cooperative Way, Suite 100 | Kalispell, Montana 59901
(406) 756-2550
info@waterenvtech.com
waterenvtech.com
201 1st Avenue East
Kalispell, Montana 59901
City of Kalispell
Public Works Department
Kalispell Public Works Department
for Professional Engineering Services Proposal
April 29, 2024
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.SOQ SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS ................................................................. 1
1.1 TITLE PAGE ............................................................................................... 1
1.2 COVER SHEET ........................................................................................... 2
1.3 TABLE OF CONTENTS .............................................................................. 4
1.4 FIRM INFORMATION ............................................................................... 4
1.4.1 BUSINESS HISTORY ....................................................................... 4
1.4.2 FIRM LOCATION AND ABILITY TO MEET ....................................... 4
1.4.3 REFERENCES .................................................................................. 4
1.5 SOQ NARRATIVE ...................................................................................... 6
1.5.1 PREVIOUS PERFORMANCE/EXPERIENCE ..................................... 6
1.5.2 KEY PROJECT STAFF ................................................................... 16
List of Tables
Table I. Key Staff Personnel and Experience Matrix
List of Appendices
Appendix A Key Staff Resumes
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1.SOQ SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
1.1 TITLE PAGE
Date: April 29, 2024
Legal Name: Water & Environmental Technologies, Inc. (WET)
Project Office Address: 102 Cooperative Way, Suite 100
Kalispell, Montana 59901
Supporting Office Address: 480 East Park Street
Butte, Montana 59701
Project Office Phone: (406) 309-6085
Supporting Office Phone: (406) 782-5220
Project Office Contact: Brad Bennett, PG
(bbennett@waterenvtech.com)
Supporting Office Contact: Anthony Laslovich, PE
(alaslovich@waterenvtech.com)
Email: info@waterenvtech.com
Website: waterenvtech.com
Brad Bennett, PG Anthony Laslovich, PE
Senior Hydrogeologist/Project Manager Vice President/Senior Engineer
Kalispell, Montana Butte, Montana
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1.2 COVER SHEET
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1.3 TABLE OF CONTENTS
Please refer to page i to view the table of contents.
1.4 FIRM INFORMATION
1.4.1 BUSINESS HISTORY
Water & Environmental Technologies (WET) is a full-service environmental and
engineering consulting firm with locations in Kalispell, Butte, Bozeman, Anaconda, and
Great Falls, Montana and Sheridan, Wyoming. Our mission at WET is to provide
outstanding engineering and environmental services in a professional, timely, and cost-
effective manner. WET was formed by a diverse group of experienced environmental
professionals serving a wide variety of clients throughout Montana and the western
United States. Our firm has been in business since 2000, but our staff has worked in the
environmental and civil engineering and consulting field for nearly three decades.
Successful completion of the services requested in this SOQ will require a flexible yet
disciplined group of professionals who can apply critical thinking skills and innovative
techniques to develop accurate data collection plans and engineering solutions under
strict time schedules and specific budgets. Open communication with the City of
Kalispell representatives and sensitivity to project stakeholders and regulatory
requirements are hallmarks of the WET approach.
WET's service areas focus on stormwater and sanitary sewer engineering, water
systems, road design, landfill design, industrial engineering, environmental permitting
and compliance, surface water and groundwater issues, natural resource evaluation,
water resource monitoring, permitting, development, and planning, land development,
site investigation, and site remediation.
1.4.2 FIRM LOCATION AND ABILITY TO MEET
Project Office Address: 102 Cooperative Way, Suite 100, Kalispell, Montana 59901
WET has an office conveniently located in Kalispell, Montana, which makes meeting with
the City of Kalispell effortless. WET is available to meet in person, over the phone,
through videoconferencing, or whichever the City prefers. The WET Team will commit
the resources necessary to meet the needs of the City of Kalispell’s engineering projects.
1.4.3 REFERENCES
Mark Neary—Director of Public Works—Butte-Silver Bow County (BSB)
(406) 497-6519 | mneary@bsb.mt.gov
Description of Services: Infrastructure master planning, financial analysis, engineering
design of sewer, stormwater and water systems, construction survey, material testing,
construction oversight and administration, permitting, and ordinance development and
implementation.
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Areas of Expertise: Sanitary sewer collection system, wastewater treatment, water
system, stormwater collection and treatment, geotechnical evaluation and materials
testing, roads and multiuse paths, and funding/financial studies.
Carl Nyman—Superfund Coordinator—Anaconda-Deer Lodge County (ADLC)
(406) 563-7019 | cnyman@adlc.us
Description of Services: Infrastructure master planning, financial analysis, engineering
design of sewer, stormwater and water systems, construction survey, material testing,
construction oversight and administration, permitting, and ordinance development and
implementation.
Areas of Expertise: Sanitary sewer collection system, wastewater treatment, water
system, stormwater collection and treatment, geotechnical evaluation and materials
testing, roads and multiuse paths, and funding/financial studies.
Jamie Clark—Staff Engineer—City of Helena
(406) 447-8098 | jclark@helenamt.gov
Description of Services: Infrastructure assessment and planning, feasibility
planning, capital improvement planning, wastewater grit washer system, compile
change application for historical water rights.
Areas of Expertise: Wastewater treatment, water systems, water rights acquisition,
and funding/financial studies.
Sarah Peck—Black Eagle Water/Sewer District
(406) 761-4408 | sarahahp@earthlink.net
Description of Services: Replacement and rehabilitation of water distribution
infrastructure, replacement and rehabilitation of stormwater infrastructure, and
construction oversite.
Areas of Expertise: Sanitary sewer collection, stormwater collection and treatment.
Susie Turner—Public Works Director—City of Kalispell
(406) 758-7852 | sturner@kalispell.com
Description of Services: Well design and construction oversight, permitting of new
water rights for water sources (wells), modifying existing water rights for compliance and
operational flexibility, source water delineation and assessment, groundwater under
direct influence of surface water evaluation, and capture zone and susceptibility
assessments.
Areas of Expertise: Water systems, water rights acquisition.
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1.5 SOQ NARRATIVE
1.5.1 PREVIOUS PERFORMANCE/EXPERIENCE
Sanitary Sewer Collection System Experience
WET has provided engineering support for a myriad of sanitary sewer characterization,
rehabilitation, and replacement projects. WET engineers are immediately available for
field consultation during installation and often provide support with survey of pipe
slopes, manhole hole design and testing, pipe re-route design, plan and profile drawings,
as-built construction drawings, and Montana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ)
submittals. WET has been involved in rehabilitating over 6,000 linear feet of the sanitary
sewer through pipe bursting and cured-in-place-pipe (CIPP) methods. WET prepared
the bid package and oversight for sanitary sewer inspection of over 34,000 linear feet of
sanitary sewer and has assisted in the design, bidding, oversight, and administration of
two large-scale CIPP projects. Recently, WET provided a lift station design in the
Hamilton Addition of Butte, Montana, to serve an area of town that previously did not
have sanitary service.
BSB Sanitary Sewer Collection System Master Plan
WET was hired by BSB to create a GIS map and database, a sanitary sewer infrastructure
assessment, a sanitary sewer collection system analysis, and a hydraulic model to
develop a list of capital improvement plan projects. Each project required completion to
provide reliable sanitary sewer service, as well as support for future growth potential,
and to complete a cost estimate and to deliver a final sanitary sewer collection system
master plan to BSB.
2012 Sanitary Sewer CIPP Project
WET was hired by BSB to design and oversee the lining of approximately 10,500 linear
feet of sanitary sewer main using CIPP technology. The existing pipe was approximately
100 years of age and was constructed primarily of concrete. The age and degradation
of the sanitary sewer mains and laterals minimized pipe wall thickness. This project was
necessary to prevent structural failure and to allow for proper function and maintenance
of these reaches of sanitary sewer.
The Black Eagle Water and Sewer Improvements Project 2019
The project included 6,060 linear feet of 12-inch and 8-inch sanitary sewer rehabilitation
by Cast – In - Place - Pipe lining along with 38 individual manhole rehabilitations using
high strength, aluminized grout. The project also included 400 linear feet of 12-inch
sanitary sewer installation by conventional excavation methods that included the
installation of 4 manholes.
Rocky Boy Agency Wastewater Pumping Station and Force Main RPR Services
Provided full-time Resident Project Representative (RPR) services for 11,600 linear feet
of 6-inch sanitary sewer force main, three sequential wastewater lift stations, two
vacuum breaker/air relief vaults, three highway borings, and associated appurtenances.
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Wastewater Treatment Experience
WET’s staff have project experience in a large variety of wastewater treatment systems,
including facultative and aerated lagoons, gravity and pressure dosed drain fields,
elevated mound and evapotranspiration systems, package treatment plants, and spray
irrigation. Wastewater treatment projects completed by WET staff include the following:
• Geraldine lagoons
• Highwood lagoons
• Canyon RV Park wastewater
• Numerous County subdivision and RV park septic tank systems
• Six different wastewater lagoons on Rocky Boy including aerated and facultative.
Geraldine Lagoon Certification and Existing Lagoon Abandonment
This project included a lagoon liner integrity certification of the two cell, facultative
lagoon system serving the Town of Geraldine, Montana. Responsibilities included liner
leakage testing and water sampling for certification of the permanently exposed HDPE
lagoon liner integrity, and abandonment in place of the previously used, unlined, two cell
lagoon system. The project included plans, specifications, DEQ approval, bidding,
construction administration and oversite, and as-built submittal for the abandonment.
Highwood Lagoon Relining and System Improvements
WET was contracted to complete funding agency coordination, design, and construction
oversite for a project to recondition two aerated wastewater treatment lagoon cells for
Highwood Water and Sewer District. The project included a Preliminary Engineering
Report (PER) update as well as preparation of plans, technical specifications, bidding,
and contract documents. Additionally, the project included construction oversite, RPR
services, and as-built preparation. The construction work included removal and
replacement of the lagoons aeration system components, sludge removal and disposal,
liner removal, pond subgrade reconditioning, exposed liner installation and
miscellaneous valve reinstallations.
SepticNETTM Wastewater Treatment System Development
WET professionals led the research, development, testing, and patenting of the Septic
Nutrient Elimination Technology (SepticNET™) for individual and small community
wastewater treatment systems. The SepticNET™ modular wastewater treatment system
is designed to remove nutrients, primarily nitrogen, from on-site septic systems. The
heart of the SepticNET™ is an Aerobic Treatment Unit (ATU) nitrification reactor featuring
an up-flow/up-flow aerated, packed-column, fixed-film bioreactor which converts
ammonia to nitrate through a process called nitrification. Ammonia is the primary form
of nitrogen leaving a standard septic tank, which is converted to nitrate beneath the
leaching field, where no further treatment occurs in many geologic conditions.
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Water System Experience
WET has provided engineering support for numerous water main replacement projects
for many municipalities. Projects have included main design, extensions, fire protection,
service ponds, storage tanks, and design of well and spring water supply and
disinfection. WET engineers are immediately available for field consultation during
installation providing survey of alignment, pressure testing, pipe re-route design, plan
and profile drawings, as-built construction drawings, and DEQ submittals.
TIFID Civil Site Work Project Water Main Extension
WET was hired to complete two water main extension designs to serve six 9,000 to
12,000 square foot commercial buildings with potable drinking water and fire protection
for the commercial subdivision in the Montana Connections Business Development
Park. WET submitted a Circular 1 Water Main Extension Report to DEQ and gained DEQ
approval. The project included design of 1,360 feet of 6-inch water main on domestic
water main loop, six domestic water service lines, 600 feet of 6-inch water main
extension on industrial water source, two fire hydrants, and six fire service lines.
Evergreen Water & Sewer District – West Reserve Wells
WET completed the design, permitting, and construction inspection for two new public
water supply wells recently constructed for Evergreen Water & Sewer District 1. WET
coordinated with the selected contractor and oversaw the installation of two test wells
at the site. The test wells were utilized to evaluate hydrogeologic conditions
encountered, select completion zones, and size the production well screens. Well #1
was pump tested at a rate of 1,100 gpm and Well #2 was pump tested at a rate of 1,200
gpm.
Geraldine Spring Development and Chlorination
Project involved the reconstruction, reconditioning, and new construction of a portion of
the Square Butte spring water collection system serving the Town of Geraldine,
Montana. The project involved the evaluation, excavation, and replacement of portions
of the buried spring water collection galleries and the installation of an additional
collection lateral and replacement of the systems existing gas chlorinator with a new,
computer based, supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) system that included
liquid chlorination. The project included plans, specifications, DEQ approval, bidding,
construction administration and oversite, and as-built submittal.
Rocky Boy Agency Water Tank and Disinfection
This project included construction of a water tank, pressure reducing valve vault, and
reconstruction of a well head chlorination system serving the existing water system for
the Chippewa Cree Tribe of the Rocky Boy Reservation. The project included plans,
specifications, construction oversite, and as-built submittal.
East Shore Supply Well
WET personnel conducted a groundwater availability assessment for the City of Polson.
The assessment evaluated groundwater quantity and quality in the area to identify areas
with favorable conditions for drilling a new public water supply (PWS) well.
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Stormwater Collection and Treatment Experience
WET is known as an industry leader in the stormwater arena. Our staff have extensive
expertise with municipal, commercial and industrial design, construction, treatment, and
permitting of all types of stormwater projects. Our firm specializes in municipal
stormwater needs, including facility master planning, major collection system design,
and MS4 permitting issues. WET’s staff have a variety of stormwater collection and
treatment project experience, including stormwater management modeling (SWMM),
detention/retention pond and underground storage design, site development stormwater
analysis, infiltration treatment, total retention treatment, package vortex hydrodynamic
unit systems, and flow restriction appurtenances. The following projects represent a
small example of our stormwater expertise.
Municipal Stormwater Improvements Plan (MSIP)
WET was the lead team member that completed the Municipal Stormwater
Improvements Plan (MSIP) for municipal stormwater infrastructure within the Butte
Priority Soils Operable Unit (BPSOU) Superfund site. WET prepared a comprehensive
improvements plan for all stormwater infrastructure within the BPSOU. The following
tasks were completed as part of the plan: infrastructure inventory, functionality
assessment, environmental conditions assessment, redevelopment and reconstruction
design, GIS database/mapping, and final capital improvements plan with priority ranking.
The project was complete on a tight timeframe and continues to guide infrastructure
improvements in Butte-Silver Bow.
Anaconda Road and Buffalo Gulch Tunnel Rehabilitation Projects
WET served as Engineer for Butte-Silver Bow on the rehabilitation of two major
stormwater conveyances built in the late 1800’s. A unique rehabilitation technology was
chosen that allowed for a new pipe to be built within the tunnel resulting in minimal
surface impact from construction activities. The space between the newly constructed
pipe and the tunnel walls was then sealed off with grout to form a new stormwater main.
WET services included rehabilitation design, survey coordination, identification and
removal of illicit connections, construction bid documents, construction management
and quality assurance testing, and technical support with local government.
BSB Stormwater Ordinance and Engineering Standards
WET worked with BSB to develop, codify, and implement the BSB Stormwater
Ordinance 10-13 and associated Engineering Standards. Our team researched funding
mechanisms within the region and assisted with development of the stormwater fees for
residential and commercial entities within the County. WET continues to assist with the
implementation of the standards via answering questions from local engineers or
developers, designing stormwater controls, and reviewing applications for adherence to
the engineering standards. WET prepared the Phase II MS4 stormwater permit for the
City of Butte and the Montana Department of Transportation (MDT). The permit included
the preparation of a Stormwater Management Plan (SWMP) to address the six minimum
control measures, as required in the Phase II regulations. The SWMP also identified
stormwater monitoring requirements for specific outfall locations.
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Roads and Multiuse Paths Experience
WET’s staff have a variety of Road and Path project experience, including design of
major MDT reconstruction and overlay projects, rural and tribal roads, aggregate
surfaced roads, walking paths, recreational facility access roads and paths, commercial
site access roads and parking, and ADA access pathways and facilities. Projects
completed by the engineering staff include the following:
• MDT projects—Twin Bridges North, JCT U.S 2- North, Forsyth NW, Pleasant
Valley, Marias River Overlay, 10th Ave South Right-of-Way (R/W), East Wagner
R/W
• Rocky Boy Projects—Upper Box Elder Road, Northern Winz Casino Turn Lane
• Numerous Malmstrom AFB roadway projects
• Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks—numerous fishing access site roadways and ADA
compliant paths and parking areas
• Dewey Boulevard resurfacing project
MDT Project
This project included total reconstruction of 10.2 miles of two-lane highway. The project
featured 1.5 miles of new alignment, a turn-lane on US 2 and extensive involvements
with two irrigation districts. Responsibilities included all roadway design, turn lane
design, oversight of all survey and hydrology/hydraulic design, preparation of the
environmental assessment (EA), and all R/W research, design, and plan preparation.
Mission Taylor Roadway Reconstruction
This project included the total reconstruction of 3.2 miles of two-lane highway located
on the Rocky Boy reservation. Responsibilities included all roadway design, hydraulic
design, R/W, permits, environmental document, utility negotiations and cost estimating.
The project featured major realignment, significant cultural and wetland involvement, and
coordination with the BIA & MDT. The Roadway was designed to all current
AASHTO/MDT design standards. The project was constructed entirely with Native crews
and equipment.
ADA Curb Ramps Phase I
This project included the design of curb ramps, alley aprons, and valley gutters for MDT
in the City of Great Falls. The project included reconstruction of a total of 187 street
corners, 77 alley approaches and three valley gutters. WET personnel provided ADA
compliant sidewalks, valley gutters, and curb ramp designs as well as conducting
inventory on all newly constructed features to ensure ADA compliance. Additional
services include drainage improvements, construction observation, survey, staking, and
inspection.
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks
This project included fishing access site projects which involved the design and
construction oversight of eight recreational sites which involved parking, pedestrian
trails, ADA facilities, comfort stations, boat ramps, ADA fishing stations, and camping
areas.
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Water Rights Acquisition Experience
WET is experienced in all aspects of Montana water rights, including adjudication, new
appropriations of surface water and groundwater, and change applications. WET has a
core group of hydrogeologists versed in all types of water projects. We have worked on
water rights permitting issues for numerous municipalities.
City of Kalispell – Change Application to Add Point of Diversion
WET personnel prepared a water right change application to add a new production well
(point of diversion) to an underutilized water right held by the City and another to increase
the flow rate associated with an existing municipal well. Adding the new points of
diversion (production wells) to this water right allows the City to utilize new strategically
located points of diversion and thereby maintain the flow rate, volume, and priority date
of the associated water right. Key tasks included permitting a historical irrigation well as
a PWS well through DEQ, performing a long-term aquifer test on the production wells,
and documenting historical water use, proposed water use, and change in depletion to
surface water sources associated with the change in point of diversion.
City of Kalispell – Upper Zone Wells and North Main Well Water Rights
WET personnel prepared three applications for beneficial water use permit to appropriate
water from three new PWS wells that were recently drilled by the city. WET designed
and oversaw the implementation of two 72-hour aquifer tests and one 24-hour hour
aquifer tests. Key tasks include design of long-term aquifer tests, coordinating with
DNRC regarding requirements, obtaining variances to testing requirements (duration) as
necessary, estimation of proposed water use and preparation of applications with
supporting documentation.
Lakeside County Water & Sewer District Change Application and Permit
WET personnel prepared an application to change seven existing municipal water rights
associated with five points of diversion (wells). The purpose was to expand and
standardize the place of use to match the District’s expanded service area. The change
allows the combined volume of water appropriated from the City’s wells to be diverted
from any well within the system. The primary tasks included evaluation, quantification,
and documentation of the historical use associated with the perfected water rights,
development of the application, and preparation of maps to support the change
application. Additionally, a new permit application was prepared and submitted on
behalf of the District to allow for increased pumping of three of their existing supply wells.
City of Missoula Water Right Assessment
WET personnel provided technical support concerning water rights as part of the City of
Missoula’s Water System Master Plan. WET conducted a preliminary examination of
each of the City’s water rights to evaluate their merits and deficiencies. The City’s
existing water rights were compared to water use data from 2015 and 2016. Alternatives
to the Wilderness Dams were considered and several water right management strategies
explored. Benefits and potential pitfalls for the water right strategies were included.
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Utility Modeling
WET is renowned for its advanced utility modeling capabilities, providing clients with
comprehensive insights into complex utility systems. Leveraging cutting-edge
technology and deep industry expertise, WET delivers accurate and predictive
modeling solutions tailored to the specific needs of each project. From water and
wastewater systems to energy distribution networks, WET's utility modeling services
enable clients to optimize infrastructure planning, assess system performance, and
make informed decisions for long-term sustainability and resilience. With a track
record of successful projects, WET stands as a trusted partner in navigating the
intricate challenges of utility management and infrastructure development.
South Great Falls Storm Drainage Improvements, Stormwater Detention Pond and
Storm Drain Extensions
The project involved hydraulic analysis, stormwater modeling, and designing detention
ponds and stormwater systems. It also included negotiating private property easements,
overseeing bidding, and preparing specifications and cost estimates. Notable
achievements include enabling the controlled release of 16 acre-feet of water and
installing 3,300 feet of storm drains. Plans, specifications, and construction estimates
were meticulously prepared, and Shawn Arthur supervised the project at a previous firm.
TIFID Stormwater Design
WET developed a stormwater plan for a multi-phase project involving six commercial
buildings within the Montana Connections Business Development Park. Our scope
included designing the entire stormwater system to accommodate proposed impervious
surfaces, aligning with Butte-Silver Bow Municipal Engineering Standards. Noteworthy
features comprised concrete valley gutters, storm mains, culverts, inlet structures, and
retention ponds. WET provided construction oversight and documented the
implemented infrastructure.
Pipestone RV Park
WET was hired for a multiphase project to assist in the design and build of the Pipestone
RV Park on Delmo Lake Road near Whitehall, Montana. For the first phase, WET
conducted a property assessment at the project site. The next phase of the project
consisted of a public water supply well and distribution system design, onsite
wastewater and sanitary main design, stormwater design, fire protection system design,
Jefferson County Preliminary Plat Application, Montana DEQ Subdivision Application,
and Montana Department of Health and Human Services (DPHHS) Campground
Establishment Plan Review Application necessary to serve the proposed RV park
development. For the final phase, WET provided site construction oversight, surveying,
and testing services.
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Funding/Financial Studies Experience
WET’s staff has completed numerous financial studies to develop financing packages
for municipal infrastructure needs. Tasks include evaluation of existing public enterprise
funds, operation and maintenance accounts, special improvement districts, and public
grant and loan programs (federal, state, and local).
WET’s staff also have a variety of experience with the preparation of grants and PERs to
accompany funding package applications. Projects completed by WET staff include the
following:
• BSB Sanitary Sewer Collection System Master Plan
• BSB Ordinance and Utility Fee Analysis
• Twelve different PER’s for water, sewer, and storm infrastructure projects
• TIGER grant application for Rocky Boy roadways
• FEMA emergency and mitigation grant applications for Rocky Boy projects
including roadways and water/sewer infrastructure
• ERFO grant applications for Rocky Boy road disasters
• Canyon RV park well
• Cascade Spring development
• Numerous County subdivision water supply systems
• Rocky Boy Agency water tank and disinfection
BSB Ordinance and Utility Fee Analysis
WET was hired by BSB to perform research on existing stormwater user fees in other
towns across the State, and determined what options were available for implementing
fees. WET used BSB provided stormwater management costs and proposed a fee
schedule sufficient to pay for existing department costs as well as future infrastructure
needs.
BSB Sanitary Sewer Collection System Master Plan
WET was hired by BSB to create a GIS map and database, complete a sanitary sewer
infrastructure assessment, complete a sanitary sewer collection system analysis and
hydraulic model to develop a list of capital improvement plan projects that require
completion to provide reliable sanitary sewer service, as well as support future growth
potential, complete a cost estimate and to deliver a final Sanitary Sewer Collection
System Master Plan to BSB.
Rocky Boy Agency Water Tank and Disinfection
Project included construction of a water tank, pressure reducing valve vault, and
reconstruction of a well head chlorination system serving the existing water system for
the Chippewa Cree Tribe of the Rocky Boy Reservation. The project included plans,
specifications, construction oversite, and as-built submittal. This project was funded by
Indian Health Services.
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Land Acquisition
WET staff have land acquisition experience including preparing lease and easement
documents, R/W documents, coordinating land acquisition negotiations for Highway
projects, and Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESA). Projects
completed by WET staff (while employed by other firms) include the following:
• MDT acquisition and negotiation—Forsyth NW project
• MDT R/W plans—six different major projects
• Easement preparation—numerous City of Great Falls Projects
• Rocky Boy Tribal projects—BIA lease documents
• Rocky Boy—Assignment holder negotiations
Former Sloan’s Appliance Store Phase I ESA
The City of Kalispell conducted a Phase I ESA at the Former Sloan’s Appliance Store
located at 445 6th Avenue East. Ms. Sloan was in the process of selling the property and
requested the Phase I ESA to conform with the due-diligence process for perspective
buyers. WET staff (while employed by other firms) reviewed historical documents,
photographs, maps, and government records, interviewed the property owner, reviewed
appropriate agency files, and conducted a site visit and visual survey of the property.
Non-scope considerations evaluated as part of this ESA included an evaluation of
asbestos-containing building materials and a subsequent inspection once abatement
had been completed. As a result of the ESA, Ms. Sloan was able to market and sell the
property without issue.
Whitefish Credit Union Commercial Loan Office Phase I ESA
This Phase I ESA utilized standard ASTM procedures. Research of title records indicated
that Gulf Oil Co. owned the property from August 7, 1967 to March 3, 1974.
Subsequently, it became the first self-serve service station in Kalispell, operating form
March 3, 1974 to May 3, 1977. Familiarity with local business personnel enabled the
opportunity to interview the daughter of the owner (deceased) of the self-serve station,
which helped to determine the status of the underground storage tanks (USTs). In
addition, non-scope considerations identified the potential presence of asbestos
containing building materials (ACBMs) and lead-based paint (LBP).
Kalispell Center Mall Phase II ESA
WET staff completed a Phase II ESA utilizing non-invasive investigation methods
including an electromagnetic survey and a ground penetrating radar (GPR) survey.
Eleven soil borings were drilled throughout the site to evaluate subsurface soil
contamination in proximity to the UST basin, piping, and former pump islands.
Groundwater samples collected from the monitoring wells indicated that
benzo(b)fluoranthene was detected at a concentration of 0.75 μg/L in the sample
collected from well KCM-14; the RBSL for this analyte is 0.5 μg/L. In addition, 0.07 feet
of free phase petroleum was measured on the groundwater surface in borehole KCM-7.
The Site was deemed to be adequately characterized, allowing for a remedial alternatives
analysis (RAA) leading to site cleanup. In addition, WET worked through the PTRC Fund
to backstop the grant monies for the property owner, WSPGB Mall, LLC.
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Grant Applications/PER
WET excels in securing grant funds for clients in Montana, drawing from various
programs like RRGL, RDGP, MCEP, CDBG, WRDA, NRDP, and others. With over 15
years as a technical review contractor for Montana DNRC, WET offers expertise in grant
application assessments, technical advice, and successful project ranking. This
experience ensures tailored grant applications that maximize funds and meet matching
requirements. Additionally, WET possesses extensive capabilities in performing
Preliminary Environmental Reviews (PER), further enhancing its ability to navigate
regulatory landscapes and streamline the grant application process for clients.
Black Eagle 2018 Water and Sewer System Improvements PER
WET completed the PER preparation, field investigation, planning grant application
assistance, and funding grant application coordination for this project. The PER
proposed work included the reconstruction and rehabilitation of 5,400 linear feet of
aged sanitary sewer collection system mainline piping and 1800 linear feet of water
distribution main. The PER was completed in the Montana Joint Funding Application
format and submitted for funding to the Montana Department of Natural Resources
and Conservation Renewable Resources Grant and Loan Program. Three phases of
grant funding applications have been completed with work continuing for the client.
The most recent phase was coordinated with work being completed in conjunction
with an EPA superfund cleanup site.
Numerous Successful Competitive Grant Funding Packages
WET has assisted the following, non-exhaustive, list of communities with successful
competitive grant funding packages: Butte, Anaconda, Black Eagle, Highwood, and the
Rocky Boy Reservation. Additionally, WET has collaborated with local development
groups, state governments, and non-profit organizations to secure funding packages.
Past and ongoing projects have been funded through ARPA, Brownfields, CDBG,
Reclamation and Development, and others, to secure funding for water and wastewater
rehabilitation and construction projects, sanitary sewer infrastructure projects, and
housing and community development projects, among others.
Numerous Successful Competitive Grant Funding Packages
WET has undertaken PERs for the construction of the Rocky Boy Newtown Sewer and
the reconstruction of the Rocky Boy Lower Dry Fork Lagoon. These PER assessments
are essential components in ensuring environmental compliance and regulatory
adherence throughout the project lifecycle. By meticulously evaluating the potential
environmental impacts and identifying mitigation measures, WET facilitates smooth
project execution while minimizing environmental risks. With its expertise in
environmental assessment and regulatory compliance, WET ensures that these vital
infrastructure projects proceed in an environmentally responsible manner, contributing
to the sustainable development of the Rocky Boy community.
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1.5.2 KEY PROJECT STAFF
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Anderson, Steve, Ph.D PE Butte, MT 23 X X X X
Arthur, Shawn PE Great Falls, MT 31 X X X X X X X X
Bennett, Brad PG Kalispell, MT 15 X X X
Eggensperger, Christina Butte, MT 6 X X
Erickson, Dave PG, CPG Butte, MT 31 X X X X
Erickson, Elizabeth CWO Butte, MT 30 X X X
Frazee, Stephen PE Butte, MT 10 X X
Ingman, Erik PE Butte, MT 9 X X X
Jay, Forrest PE Butte, MT 17 X X X
Kross, Whitney PE Kalispell, MT 11 X X X X X
Laslovich, Anthony PE Butte, MT 11 X
Nicholls, Steve PE Butte, MT 11 X
Noble, Roger PG Kalispell, MT 38 X X X
Siddoway, Britt PE Butte, MT 11 X X X X X X
Stratton, Dave Butte, MT 38 X X
Trudnowski, John PE Butte, MT 24 X X
Vincent, Josh PE Butte, MT 25 X X X X X X
West, Richard PE Great Falls, MT 35 X X X X X X X X
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Sanitary Sewer Collection System Key Project Staff
Anderson, Steve, PhD, PE—Senior Engineer/Project Engineer
Steve has been a Senior Engineer and Project Manager for numerous large-scale
engineering design projects, both in municipal and industrial settings. Duties associated
with these projects include project scope and budget development, project design and
bid specification development, construction oversight, and project administration.
Arthur, Shawn, PE—Senior Civil Engineer/Project Engineer
Shawn is a Senior Civil Engineer for WET and has completed numerous projects
involving sanitary sewer collection system infrastructure improvements and repairs for
many public and private sector clients in Montana. Duties typically provided for these
projects included project management, project technical design, permitting, cost
estimating, plan and specification production and/or quality control, bidding phase
services, construction administration and oversight of construction inspection and
testing.
Frazee, Stephen, PE—Project Engineer/Key Project Staff
Stephen has five years of experience in municipal wastewater design projects. Stephen’s
experience includes hydraulic design calculations for gravity and force mains, AutoCAD
Civil3D design/drafting, construction document preparation (plans, specifications, and
other bid documents), construction oversight, and as-built surveys.
Jay, Forrest, PE—Senior Engineer/ Project Engineer/Key Project Staff
Forrest is a Senior Engineer with WET and has completed multiple municipal and private
sanitary sewer design projects. Duties associated with these projects included: project
scope and budget development, project design and bid specification development,
construction oversight, as-built preparation, and project administration.
Kross, Whitney, PE—Project Engineer/Key Project Staff
Whitney is a Project Engineer at WET with experience in the design and layout of
municipal and private sanitary collection systems and sanitary main extensions. Her
experience includes not only design, but construction administration tasks such as
bidding, coordinating meetings between owner and contractor, construction observation
and testing, as well as public relations.
Laslovich, Anthony, PE—Project Engineer/Key Project Staff
Anthony is a Project Engineer at WET with experience in design and layout of sanitary
sewer collection systems and specializes in construction management and
administration.
West, Richard, PE—Senior Civil Engineer/Project Engineer
Rich is a Senior Civil Engineer for WET and has completed numerous projects involving
conventional municipal large diameter mains.
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Wastewater Treatment Key Project Staff
Anderson, Steve, PhD, PE—Senior Engineer/Project Engineer
Steve has been a Senior Engineer and Project Manager for numerous large-scale
engineering design projects. Steve has also been involved in conducting research related
to wastewater treatment technologies and authoring technical project reports, including
WET’s patented SepticNETTM Treatment system.
Arthur, Shawn, PE—Senior Civil Engineer/Project Engineer
Shawn is a Senior Civil Engineer for WET and has completed numerous projects
involving wastewater treatment primarily for small municipalities, tribal entities and water
and sewer districts. The projects include subsurface individual and multiple user
systems, certification of new facultative sanitary sewer lagoons, and the reconstruction
of facultative and aerated sewer lagoons. It also includes the design and construction of
new facultative, intermittent discharge, continuous discharge, and total retention
lagoons, design and construction of lagoon effluent disinfection, and land application
systems.
Eggensperger, Christina—Project Engineer/Key Project Staff
Christina joined WET as an intern in June 2018 while completing her Graduate studies
at Montana Technological University. After obtaining her Master of Science degree in
Environmental Engineering, she joined WET full time in June 2019. Christina's work
includes contaminated site investigations, development projects, groundwater
permitting, Phase I Environmental Site Assessments, site monitoring, and consulting
with Butte Silver Bow County on their industrial pretreatment program.
Erickson, Dave, PG—Principal Hydrogeologist/Key Project Staff (Technical Review)
Dave has a vast range of engineering experience managing large engineering and
construction projects including complex wastewater treatment. Dave has been active in
the engineering consulting field including development projects for nearly 30 years. Dave
was also a key leader in conducting research related to wastewater treatment
technologies and authoring technical project reports, including WET’s patented
SepticNETTM Treatment system.
Siddoway, Britt, PE—Senior Engineer/ Key Project Staff
Britt is a Senior Engineer with WET and has over fifteen years of experience in
engineering design, project management, and construction oversight. Britt has
experience in hydrologic and hydraulic engineering, dam safety, storm and sanitary
sewer design, lift station design, large and small-scale grading plans, surveying,
specification preparation, and bid document preparation.
West, Richard, PE—Senior Civil Engineer/Project Engineer
Rich is a Senior Civil Engineer for WET and has completed numerous projects where he
was the design engineer for facultative and aerated lagoon systems, subsurface gravity
septic, dosed septic, elevated mound septic, evapotranspiration systems, siphon
systems, and package treatment plants.
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Water System Key Project Staff
Arthur, Shawn, PE—Senior Civil Engineer/Project Engineer
Shawn is a Senior Civil Engineer for WET and has completed numerous water
distribution projects, including improvements and repairs for many public and private
sector clients in Montana. The clients include small municipalities, water and sewer
districts, major Montana cities, private residential developers, and commercial
developers.
Bennett, Brad, PG—Senior Hydrogeologist/Project Manager
Brad has over fifteen years of experience in groundwater investigations. His technical
expertise includes aquifer characterization, water supply and availability assessments,
design of large capacity water wells, and the associated regulatory permitting.
Erickson, Dave, PG—Principal Hydrogeologist/Key Project Personnel (Technical Review)
Dave has a vast range of engineering experience managing large engineering and
construction projects, including large water supply projects. Dave has been active in the
engineering consulting field including development projects for nearly 30 years.
Ingman, Eric, PE—Project Engineer/Key Project Staff
Erik is a Project Engineer at WET with experience in design and modeling of water
systems. Erik has worked on main extensions, small systems, and fire flow analysis.
Kross, Whitney, PE—Project Engineer/Key Project Staff
Whitney has over ten years of experience in municipal water design projects. Her water
experience includes water distribution system design, hydraulic analysis, AutoCAD Civil
3D design/drafting, construction document preparation (plans, specifications, and other
bid documents), construction observation and testing, as well as as-built drawings.
Noble, Roger, PG—Senior Hydrogeologist/Key Project Staff (Technical Review)
Roger has worked in both the governmental and private sectors and has developed an
understanding of regulatory processes. His project work includes studies and siting for
new wells to add capacity and serve expansions for numerous municipalities.
Siddoway, Britt, PE—Senior Engineer/Project Engineer
Britt is a Senior Engineer with WET and has over fifteen years of experience in
engineering design, project management, and construction oversight. Britt has
experience in hydrologic and hydraulic engineering, specification preparation, and bid
document preparation.
West, Richard, PE—Senior Civil Engineer/Project Engineer
Rich is a Senior Civil Engineer for WET and has completed numerous jobs where he was
the project engineer for projects featuring well supply, spring development supply,
municipal extension and supply, chlorine disinfection and contact storage, and
disinfection residual studies.
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Stormwater Collection and Treatment Key Project Staff
Arthur, Shawn, PE—Senior Civil Engineer/Project Engineer
Shawn is a Senior Civil Engineer for WET and has completed over fifty projects involving
significant storm drainage components. Duties typically provided for these projects
included project management, stormwater runoff modeling and studies, hydraulic
analysis and modeling for ditches, highway culvert structures and pipelines, stormwater
retention and detention pond design, subsurface detention and infiltration system
design, permitting, cost estimating, plan and specification production, bidding phase
services, construction administration and oversight of construction inspection. Shawn’s
stormwater treatment work ranges from small passive mechanical treatment for one-
acre parking lots to large retention/infiltration/settling/wetland treatment facilities that
accommodate hundreds of acres.
Frazee, Stephen, PE—Project Engineer/Key Project Staff
Stephen has five years of experience in municipal stormwater system design. His
experience includes hydrology and hydraulic calculations and modeling, AutoCAD
Civil3D design/drafting, construction document preparation (plans, specifications, and
other bid documents), construction oversight, and as-built surveys.
Jay, Forrest, PE—Senior Engineer/Project Engineer
Forrest is a Senior Engineer with WET and has completed multiple municipal and private
stormwater design projects. Duties associated with these projects include project scope
and budget development, project design and bid specification development,
construction oversight, as-built preparation, and project administration.
Whitney Kross, PE—Project Engineer/Key Project Staff
Whitney has experience in the design and layout of stormwater collection systems,
preparing stormwater collection system plans, and construction observation. She has
worked on projects for both municipalities and private developments.
Trudnowski, John, PE—Senior Engineer/Project Engineer
John has over 20 years of experience designing stormwater infrastructure for municipal
and industrial clients. Major design tasks include stormwater tunnel rehabilitation design
incorporating Spiral Wound PVC pipe lining technologies, Hydrodynamic Device
installation, stormwater main and ancillary infrastructure design, detention/retention
pond design, construction management, and project management.
West, Richard, PE—Senior Civil Engineer/Project Engineer
Rich is a Senior Civil Engineer for WET and has completed numerous projects where he
was the project engineer for projects including stormwater hydrology and hydraulics of
large rural basins, small subdivisions, and site developments. Rich has treatment design
experience for pond and underground includes detention, retention and treatment with
Vortex units and infiltration techniques.
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Roads and Multiuse Paths Key Project Staff
Arthur, Shawn, PE—Senior Civil Engineer/Project Engineer
Shawn is a Senior Civil Engineer for WET and has completed street roadway projects for
counties, municipalities, industrial facilities, solar farms, and military installations. Duties
typically provided for these projects included project management, road and street
technical design, ADA compliant pedestrian facilities design, cost estimating, preparing
plans and specifications, bidding phase services, construction administration and
oversight of construction inspection, and testing. The projects include water tank access
roadways, airport/industrial storage developments, city streets, flood emergency
roadway repairs and hundreds of city blocks of ADA compliant sidewalks, crosswalks,
corner ramps and pathways.
Kross, Whitney, PE—Project Engineer/Key Project Staff
Whitney is a Project Engineer at WET with experience in the design and construction of
residential roadways. This includes developing corridors and alignments within AutoCAD
Civil 3D, grading and generating details to meet local and state requirements, as well as
developing plan sets for bidding and construction. Her experience also includes
construction inspection and coordinating with third party material testing firms to ensure
roads are constructed to the specified standards with adequate documentation of
testing results retained.
Siddoway, Britt, PE—Senior Engineer/Key Project Staff
Britt is a Senior Engineer with WET and has over fifteen years of experience in
engineering design, project management, and construction oversight. Britt has
experience in hydrologic and hydraulic engineering, dam safety, storm and sanitary
sewer design, lift station design, large and small-scale grading plans, surveying,
specification preparation, and bid document preparation.
Trudnowski, John, PE—Senior Engineer/Project Engineer
John has over 20 years of design working for municipal, industrial, and commercial
clients. John has completed multiple road and pathway design projects for private
subdivisions and public recreational areas.
West, Richard, PE—Senior Civil Engineer/Project Engineer
Rich is a Senior Civil Engineer for WET and has completed numerous projects involving
extensive roadway design, including five major MDT reconstruction projects, overly
projects, rural and municipal streets and sidewalks, walking paths, ADA sidewalk and
paths, recreational facility pathways, site civil parking and parking design.
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Water Rights Acquisition Key Project Staff
Bennett, Brad, PG—Senior Hydrogeologist/Project Manager
Brad is a Registered Professional Geologist with over fifteen years of experience in
groundwater investigations. His technical expertise includes aquifer characterization,
water supply and availability assessments, design of large capacity water wells, and the
associated regulatory permitting. Brad is involved in all phases of a project from design
through installation and final approval. His primary focus has been the evaluation of
groundwater resources relative to supply and availability. This includes evaluation of site-
specific hydrogeologic conditions, stream depletion analysis, aquifer test design,
implementation, and analysis in preparation of water right applications for both private
and municipal entities.
Erickson, Elizabeth—Principal Hydrogeologist/Key Project Staff (Technical Review)
Elizabeth is a Principal Hydrogeologist with WET and has approximately 30 years of
experience specializing in Superfund issues and negotiations, NRDP procedures and
policies, hydrogeologic engineering, water rights permitting, geochemical analysis and
modeling, source water protection, permitting, groundwater characterization, monitoring
and modeling, and geophysical engineering. Elizabeth is a Montana Certified Water
System Operator and has been responsible for design and compliance monitoring for
numerous public water supply systems across Montana. Elizabeth has extensive
experience with financial evaluations related to long term operation and maintenance of
Superfund and municipal operations.
Noble, Roger, PG—Senior Hydrogeologist/Key Project Staff (Technical Review)
Roger Noble has more than 35 years of experience in groundwater investigations, aquifer
pumping tests and data analyses, and has prepared dozens of groundwater and surface
water right applications. While possessing a broad-based knowledge regarding water
quality issues, he specializes in groundwater supply, monitoring, and water quality. His
project work includes studies and siting for new wells to add capacity and serve
expansions to the cities of Kalispell, Polson, Pablo, and Ronan, as well as numerous
subdivisions that require multiple PWS wells for their potable needs.
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Utility Modeling
Arthur, Shawn, PE—Senior Civil Engineer/Project Engineer
Shawn is a Senior Civil Engineer for WET and has completed numerous projects
involving sanitary sewer collection system infrastructure improvements and repairs for
many public and private sector clients in Montana. Duties typically provided for these
projects included project management, project technical design, permitting, cost
estimating, plan and specification production and/or quality control, bidding phase
services, construction administration and oversight of construction inspection and
testing.
Ingman, Eric, PE—Project Engineer/Key Project Staff
Erik is a Project Engineer at WET with experience in design and modeling of water
systems. Erik has worked on main extensions, small systems, and fire flow analysis.
Kross, Whitney, PE—Project Engineer/Key Project Staff
Whitney has over ten years of experience in municipal water design projects. Her water
experience includes water distribution system design, hydraulic analysis, AutoCAD Civil
3D design/drafting, construction document preparation (plans, specifications, and other
bid documents), construction observation and testing, as well as as-built drawings.
Siddoway, Britt, PE—Senior Engineer/ Key Project Staff
Britt is a Senior Engineer with WET and has over fifteen years of experience in
engineering design, project management, and construction oversight. Britt has
experience in hydrologic and hydraulic engineering, dam safety, storm and sanitary
sewer design, lift station design, large and small-scale grading plans, surveying,
specification preparation, and bid document preparation.
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Funding/Financial Studies Key Project Staff
Arthur, Shawn, PE—Senior Civil Engineer/Project Engineer
Shawn is a Senior Civil Engineer for WET and has completed many projects involving
funding procurement through state and federal agencies. Funding has been procured
through the grant/loan process involving the Montana Treasure State Endowment
Program, Community Development Block Grant Program, Montana Department of
Commerce RRGL Program, DEQ State Revolving Fund Loan Program, and USDA Rural
Development Grant-Loan Program. The projects range from multi-million-dollar
stormwater and municipal infrastructure improvements to small water distribution
system and sanitary sewer collection rehabilitations. Duties typically provided for these
projects included capital improvements planning, PER preparation, Environmental
Report and Checklist preparation, public outreach, cost estimating, and preliminary
environmental permitting. The clients include small municipalities and water and sewer
districts.
Erickson, Dave, PG—Principal Hydrogeologist/Key Project Staff (Technical Review)
Dave has a vast range of engineering experience managing large engineering and
construction projects including complex wastewater treatment. Dave has been active in
the engineering consulting field including development projects for nearly 30 years. Dave
was also a key leader in conducting research related to wastewater treatment
technologies and authoring technical project reports, including WET’s patented
SepticNETTM Treatment system.
Erickson, Elizabeth—Principal Hydrogeologist/Key Project Staff
Elizabeth is a Principal Hydrogeologist with WET and has approximately 30 years of
experience specializing in Superfund issues and negotiations, NRDP procedures and
policies, hydrogeologic engineering, water rights permitting, geochemical analysis and
modeling, source water protection, permitting, groundwater characterization, monitoring
and modeling, and geophysical engineering. Elizabeth has extensive experience with
financial evaluations related to long-term operation and maintenance of Superfund and
municipal operations.
Vincent, Josh, PE—Principal Engineer/Key Project Staff
Josh has acted as the Project Manager for dozens of municipal engineering and
environmental projects, including infrastructure design, master planning, and
construction management, as well as Superfund, water quality, and permitting. Areas
include water, wastewater collection and treatment, stormwater, financial analysis,
landfill, and site development engineering. The successful completion of these projects
has provided firm understanding and clear direction for infrastructure improvements for
multiple Montana cities and counties. Josh has more than 25 years of experience
working with cities, counties, and local agencies on infrastructure projects.
West, Richard, PE—Senior Civil Engineer/Project Engineer
Rich is a Senior Civil Engineer for WET and has completed numerous projects involving
writing grants and PER’s for federal state and tribal projects and emergency relief funds.
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Land Acquisition Key Project Staff
Arthur, Shawn, PE—Senior Civil Engineer/Project Engineer
Shawn is a Senior Civil Engineer at WET and has been involved in numerous land and
extensive easement acquisitions for siting sanitary sewer treatment lagoons, water
storage tanks, pipelines, powerlines, water wells, spring water sources, access
roadways and stormwater ponds. The clients include water and sewer districts, small
towns, commercial developers, and the City of Great Falls.
Bennett, Brad, PG—Senior Hydrogeologist/Key Project Staff (Technical Review)
Brad is a with over fifteen years of experience in site characterization and groundwater
investigations in support of environmental due diligence to support land acquisitions,
including, Phase I and II ESAs.
Nicholls, Steve, PE—Senior Engineer/Project Engineer
Steve joined the WET team in February 2012 and has worked in the environmental field
since 2007. Steve has experience in environmental due diligence and facility assessment
to support land acquisitions, including property risk assessments, Phase I and II ESAs,
and facility compliance audits. He also manages technical teams for the design and
permitting of several private land development projects including wastewater design and
permitting, commercial lot developments, and residential subdivisions.
Noble, Roger, PG—Senior Hydrogeologist/Key Project Staff (Technical Review)
Roger has more than 30 years of experience in groundwater and soil contaminant
investigations and conducting and preparing Phase I ESAs and Phase II ESAs and CAPs.
Roger has provided consulting services to the City of Kalispell Public Works and
Planning Departments since 1997. Mr. Noble served as Chairman of the Petroleum Tank
Release Compensation Board (PTRCB) until November 2016. In this capacity he
remained abreast of the continual changes in the rules and regulations. He has qualified
two of the City’s UST sites for PTRCB reimbursement eligibility. Roger was a member of
the Brownfields Steering Committee from 2010 to 2011 and helped reformulate the
Committee as the City’s QEP in 2013.
West, Richard, PE—Senior Civil Engineer/Key Project Staff
Rich is a Senior Civil Engineer for WET and has completed numerous projects where he
prepared right-of-way plans and coordinated negotiations and acquisitions for three
MDT projects and several large projects on tribal lands.
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Grant Applications/PER
Arthur, Shawn, PE—Senior Civil Engineer/Project Engineer
Shawn is a Senior Civil Engineer for WET and has completed numerous projects
involving wastewater treatment primarily for small municipalities, tribal entities and water
and sewer districts. The projects include subsurface individual and multiple user
systems, certification of new facultative sanitary sewer lagoons, and the reconstruction
of facultative and aerated sewer lagoons. It also includes the design and construction of
new facultative, intermittent discharge, continuous discharge, and total retention
lagoons, design and construction of lagoon effluent disinfection, and land application
systems.
Eggensperger, Christina—Project Engineer/Key Project Staff
Christina joined WET as an intern in June 2018 while completing her Graduate studies
at Montana Technological University. After obtaining her Master of Science degree in
Environmental Engineering, she joined WET full time in June 2019. Christina's work
includes contaminated site investigations, development projects, groundwater
permitting, Phase I Environmental Site Assessments, site monitoring, and consulting
with Butte Silver Bow County on their industrial pretreatment program.
Vincent, Josh, PE—Principal Engineer/Key Project Staff
Josh has acted as the Project Manager for dozens of municipal engineering and
environmental projects, including infrastructure design, master planning, and
construction management, as well as Superfund, water quality, and permitting. Areas
include water, wastewater collection and treatment, stormwater, financial analysis,
landfill, and site development engineering. The successful completion of these projects
has provided firm understanding and clear direction for infrastructure improvements for
multiple Montana cities and counties. Josh has more than 25 years of experience
working with cities, counties, and local agencies on infrastructure projects.
West, Richard, PE—Senior Civil Engineer/Key Project Staff
Rich is a Senior Civil Engineer for WET and has completed numerous projects where he
prepared right-of-way plans and coordinated negotiations and acquisitions for three
MDT projects and several large projects on tribal lands.
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Appendix A
Key Staff Resumes
Steve possesses over twenty-five years of management experience related
to engineering, design, and research projects. Steve exhibits success in
writing proposals, performing research, and establishing relationships with
regulatory agencies and private industry. His areas of expertise include
surface water treatment, surface water modeling, stormwater control design,
nutrient removal system design, floodplain characterization and modeling,
and acid mine drainage remediation and control.
Professional & Project Experience
Project engineer for the Parrot Tailings Removal project located in Butte,
Montana. Responsibilities include remedial project design, evapotranspiration
(ET) cover design, design review, bid document review, and construction
management.
Senior engineer and project manager responsible for designing, bidding,
and overseeing a large stormwater sewer in Anaconda, Montana. The
project involved designing the stormwater conveyance system as part of the
Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act
(CERCLA) process.
Project manager for several mine site remediation projects. Responsibilities
include mine site characterization, remediation technology evaluation,
remediation system design, maintenance and operation, groundwater
monitoring, data evaluation, and reporting. Mine site remediation was
conducted under the EPA’s Mine Waste Technology Program (MWTP) and
private contracts. Responsibilities under the MWTP involved conformance to
EPA’s quality assurance policies and procedures.
Senior engineer/project manager responsible for designing and permitting
the Love’s wastewater treatment lagoon design at Ramsay, Montana. The
project required the preparation of detailed plans, specifications, engineering
reports, and determining the feasibility of wastewater treatment options.
Senior engineer responsible for the research and execution of the
Wastewater Treatment Plant Optimization Study for the City of Dillon in
Montana. The project required assessing the current operating conditions,
identifying potential improvements to the operation, and identifying potential
infrastructure upgrades.
Senior engineer responsible for the research and execution of the user guide—
Optimization Methods and Best Management Practices for Facultative
Lagoons for the MTDEQ. The project required a comprehensive assessment
of wastewater treatment issues and associated technologies capable of
addressing the issues.
Senior engineer responsible for the research and execution of the literature
review—Optimization Methods and Best Management Practices for
Facultative Lagoons for the Montana DEQ. The project required providing
a comprehensive portfolio of literature available addressing wastewater
treatment using facultative lagoons.
Education
PHD Civil EngineeringLa Salle University, 1999
MS Environmental Engineering
(Mine Waste Emphasis)Montana Tech, 1996
BS Society & Technology
(Public Policy Option)Montana Tech, 1990
Licensure
Professional Engineer (MT, UT)
Training & Certifications
• HAZWOPER 40 Hour (current)• MSHA
SENIOR ENGINEER
STEVE ANDERSON, PHD, PE
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STEVE ANDERSON, PHD, PE RESUME—CONTINUED
Senior engineer responsible for the design and permitting of multiple sanitary sewer main extension
projects. The projects included: preparation of engineering reports, plans, and specifications for state
review.
Senior engineer and inventor of an on-site septic treatment/nutrient elimination system design called
SepticNET, with patents US 8,241,717 B1 on August 14, 2012, and US 8,318,008 B1 on November 27,
2012.
Senior engineer/project manager responsible for the permitting, designing, and managing of a coal ash
landfill capping project. The project included applications for individual construction permits, the scope
of work development, engineering design, construction plans and specifications development, project
team management, construction management, and client coordination.
Project manager for numerous landfill permit renewals for power plants in Wyoming and Utah.
Responsibilities include project management, permit writing, managing design engineers, interacting
with state regulatory staff, and budget management.
Research
Steve has written research proposals, literature reviews, and has been awarded funding to conduct
several research projects. He has prepared an economic analysis to recover valuable metals and water
from metal-laden, acidic mine wastewater. He has served as either a thesis committee member or
committee chair for 16 graduate students with topics ranging from Bioremediation of Berkeley Pit Water
to Removal of Metal-laden water using Fish-bone Apatite, to Investigation of Natural Wetlands near
Abandoned Mines, to Water-Rock Interaction and Acid Rock Drainage of the Berkeley Pit and East
Continental Pits.
Shawn Arthur is a seasoned senior civil engineer at WET, overseeing
diverse municipal utility projects ranging from stormwater management and
hydrology to sanitary sewer systems and water distribution. With extensive
experience dating back to 1984 in civil consulting engineering and heavy
construction industries, Shawn brings a wealth of expertise as a project
manager, design engineer, and construction administrator. His proficiency
varies modeling software facilitates his leadership in hydraulic/hydrology
analysis, stormwater modeling, and municipal infrastructure design.
Notably, Shawn has spearheaded projects like the Municipal Stormwater
Improvements Master Plan for the City of Great Falls, Montana, coordinating
data collection, hydrologic modeling, and infrastructure design. His portfolio
includes a multitude of projects encompassing storm drainage, sanitary sewer
collection, street reconstruction, and environmental permitting, underscoring
his commitment to delivering comprehensive solutions tailored to client
needs.
Professional & Project Experience
Project manager and engineer for a Municipal Stormwater Improvements
Master Plan for the City of Great Falls, Montana. The master plan covered
a 1,300-acre area with a mix of county and city annexed property. Work
included data collection, master plan survey, mapping, assessment of existing
stormwater infrastructure, hydrologic and hydraulic stormwater modeling,
alternatives development and analysis, preliminary general pipe infrastructure
design, public involvement stakeholder meeting presentations, preliminary
cost estimates, and the completion of a master plan report, which identified
and prioritized projects for the city.
Project manager and engineer responsible for hydraulic/hydrology analysis
and design, and EPA Stormwater Management Model (SWMM) stormwater
modeling. Served as easement liaison between the city and the private
landowners, plan designer, specification writer, and cost estimator. The project
included a detention pond design with a controlled release of sixteen acre-
feet of detained water, 3,300 feet of 36-inch through 12-inch concrete storm
drains, two negotiated private property easements, preparation of plans,
specifications and construction estimates, and bidding support. Engineering
design services were continued during construction to take advantage of
available contingency funds and a bid price slightly below the engineering
estimate.
Project manager and engineer for a cooperative effort to obtain TSEP, CDBG,
and USDA Rural Development Funding package. The project included
preparation of the Preliminary Engineers Report for the joint funding application,
the design of a 2,500-foot-deep municipal artesian well, a 200,000-gallon
concrete water storage tank, 7,000 feet of a rural water transmission main,
SCADA control system for an existing well and spring water control valves,
2,000 feet of municipal water distribution mains, a liquid-based chlorination
facility, and pressure sustaining/reducing controls for subsidiary water user
group systems.
Education
BS Civil Engineering
Montana State University, 1993
Licensure
• Professional Engineer (MT)
• Licensed Nuclear Testing
Equipment Operator
Technical Skills
• AutoCAD
• EPA Stormwater Management
Model (SWMM)
• XPSWMM
• WaterCAD
Training & Certifications• HAZWOPER 40-Hour (current)
• MDEQ Stormwater BMP
Training: BMP 101 (2013)
Membership
Society of American Military
Engineers (SAME)
SENIOR CIVIL ENGINEER
SHAWN ARTHUR, PE
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Project manager and engineer responsible for hydraulic/hydrology analysis and design, EPA Stormwater
Management Model (SWMM) stormwater modeling. Served as the easement liaison between the city
and the private land-owners, BNSF Railroad bore permit coordinator, plan designer, specification writer,
and cost estimator. The project included a one and a half acre-feet detention pond design, 2,430 feet of
twin 54-inch concrete storm drains, 2,350 feet of 48-inch concrete storm drain, four negotiated private
property easements, twin 54-inch Missouri River outfalls, and one 36-inch outfall to the Missouri River;
which included the US Army Corps, US Fish, and Wildlife, Montana Fish Wild-life and Parks, Cascade
County Flood Plain permitting, preparation of plans, specifications, construction estimates, and bidding
support. The project included the additional challenge of obtaining Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway
per-mits for a bore and jack installed 54-inch steel (60-inch steel casing pipe) and two 36-inch (42-inch
steel casing pipe) encased pipeline railroad crossings.
Project manager and engineer for the design of 140 blocks (52,000 feet) of Americans with Disabilities
Act (ADA) compliant sidewalks at fourteen locations in the City of Great Falls. The project included the
detailed design of approximately 750 corner ramps and driveways in compliance with ADA requirements,
15,000 feet of curb and gutter, and 350 feet of retaining wall.
Project manager and engineer providing engineering services on multiple municipal water and sanitary
sewer infrastructure design and rehabilitation projects. Project tasks included the planning, scope
development, surveying, engineering, report development, bid package preparation and oversight,
construction administration, and as-built preparation.
Project manager, design engineer, hydraulic/hydrology engineer, and field engineer for design and
construction of a two-phase combined sanitary/storm sewer separation project. The project included
28,000 feet of 54-inch to 18-inch storm drain trunk lines, 2,500 feet of inlet piping, a three-acre detention
facility with outfall/overflow structures, a five-acre-feet detention facility with outfall/overflow structures,
4,000 cubic yard earth embankment, 700 feet of sanitary sewer main extension, water main adjustments,
water service adjustments, sanitary sewer service adjustments, siltation/quality treatment basin, and
24,000 feet of asphalt pavement replacement. The work also included the preparation of Preliminary
Engineering Reports for joint funding applications to the Montana TSEP, CDBG, and SRF funding
agencies.
Project manager and engineer responsible for survey, design, and construction services for
eight facultative and aerated wastewater treatment lagoon projects. The projects featured buried
and permanently exposed liners, passive mixers, powered aerators, lagoon effluent water land
application, sludge removal and disposal, liner replacements, and discharge to surface water permits.
Project engineer and hydraulic/hydrology engineer for the design of 1,100 feet of storm drainage trunk
lines on a military base. The project included replacing collapsed corrugated steel culverts with 350 feet
of twin 60-inch diameter reinforced concrete pipe in deep fill conditions, headwall, and outfall structures.
Design engineer for hydrology, hydraulics, and civil components of stormwater diversion, collection, and
detention for new rifle and pistol range facilities on a military base. The project included diversion and collection
ditches, range floor collection structures, field inlets, collection mains, and a slow-release detention pond.
Project manager and engineer responsible for survey, zoning, annexation, design, and construction services
for ten municipal residential subdivision projects. The work includes a water distribution system, sanitary sewer
collection system, storm drainage facilities, municipal streets, utility easements, site grading, and permitting.
Project manager and engineer to complete numerous environmental permits for Municipal and Water
and Sewer District clients, including construction, stormwater, 404, 310/124, 318, floodplain, and other
local, state, and federal permits as required.
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Project manager and engineer responsible for survey, design, and construction services for dozens
of municipal streets and industrial park roadways and commercial site access roadway construction,
reconstruction, and overlay projects.
Project manager and engineer responsible for Civil Site Plan preparation for multiple commercial, industrial,
and military facility developments. The work includes survey, utility coordination, public water supply
permitting, water and sewer main extensions, domestic water service, fire suppression water service and
booster pump, wastewater service and pump station, parking lot, ADA sidewalks, stormwater collection,
stormwater detention, stormwater treatment, street and highway approaches, zoning, and permitting.
Project engineer responsible for site characterization, investigation, and remediation of twelve underground
storage tank petroleum contamination sites. Contaminants of concern included gasoline, diesel, and waste
oil and the contaminated media included soil and groundwater in industrial, commercial, and residential
areas. Remediation methods included vapor extraction, air stripping, pump and treat, and over-excavation.
Project manager and engineer for the completion of multiple Preliminary Engineering Report (PER)
projects for various water and wastewater infrastructure improvement projects. Work generally consisted
of a survey and preliminary design work, development of multiple engineering alternatives and cost
estimates, evaluation and selection of a preferred alternative, and preparation of a PER report meeting
state and federal funding requirements. Projects typically require coordination with multiple stakeholder
groups and a variety of funding sources.
Project engineer and project manager responsible for cured-in-place pipe (CIPP) sewer rehabilitation
during the 2019 Black Eagle Water and Sewer Improvements. WET provided funding procurement
assistance, engineering design, and bidding and construction phase services for 6060 feet of 8-inch
and 12-inch CIPP pipe installation on vitrified clay sanitary sewers that were installed in the 1920’s
and rehabilitation of 38 existing brick utility holes and arch vaults that were constructed in the 1920’s.
Shawn provided a preliminary engineering report (PER) preparation and grant writing assistance, design,
DEQ submittal, bidding services and award recommendation, part time resident project representative
services and support services for the district’s RPR’s, payment request verification, change order design
and preparation, project record drawings preparation and DEQ submittal, and project closeout services
and certification for the funding agencies. The project was completed on time and within budget with
two change orders executed for the purpose of utilizing remaining contingency funds.
Project engineer and project manager responsible for CIPP sewer rehabilitation during the 2014 Black
Eagle Water and Sewer Improvements. WET provided funding procurement assistance, engineering
design, and bidding and construction phase services for 1,270 feet of 8-inch and 12-inch CIPP pipe
installation on vitrified clay sanitary sewers that were installed in the 1920’s and cleaning and video
inspection of 9,438 feet of aged sewer mains. Shawn provided PER preparation and grant writing
assistance, design, DEQ submittal, bidding services and award recommendation, part time resident
project representative services, payment request verification, project record drawings preparation and
DEQ submittal, and project closeout services and certification for the funding agencies. The project was
completed on time and within budget with no change orders.
Brad Bennett is a senior engineer at WET with a wealth of experience spanning
over a decade in groundwater investigations. His expertise encompasses
aquifer characterization, water supply assessments, and the design of large
capacity water wells, alongside comprehensive regulatory permitting. Brad’s
involvement in all project phases, from design through installation to final
approval, ensures meticulous attention to detail and adherence to project
requirements. His primary focus revolves around evaluating groundwater
resources concerning supply and availability, involving aquifer test design,
implementation, and analysis to prepare water rights applications for both
private and municipal entities. Throughout his career, Brad has served as a
senior hydrogeologist and project manager, overseeing diverse groundwater
development projects, source water assessments, and permitting endeavors.
He has been instrumental in designing, testing, and managing large production
wells for various water supply needs, while also conducting thorough aquifer
analyses to support water rights applications. Additionally, Brad has played
pivotal roles in water right adjudication cases and site-specific investigations,
showcasing his comprehensive understanding of hydrological complexities
and regulatory frameworks.
Professional & Project Experience
Senior hydrogeologist and project manager experienced with a wide array
of groundwater development projects, including design of high-capacity
production wells, source water assessments, and permitting (both through
the Montana DEQ and DNRC). Responsible for source water development
and water rights permitting issues for numerous private and municipal
water supplies, industrial users, water bottling companies, golf courses,
and groundwater source heating/cooling projects. Completed supply
and availability assessments for both public and private water purveyors,
including designing and testing large production wells for municipal/public
water supplies, industrial, and agricultural uses, conducting analysis of
aquifer pumping test results in support of preparing water right applications
for all types of use.
Project hydrogeologist focused on the evaluation of groundwater resources
relative to supply and availability. This work included aquifer test design,
implementation, and analysis of aquifer tests to prepare water rights
applications for both private and municipalities. Additional responsibilities
included evaluations of site-specific hydrogeologic conditions and
assessments of historical water use. Work history includes submitting
numerous beneficial water use applications and change of use applications
for clients, including private individuals, large industrial users, and municipal
entities.
Hydrologist and water right specialist with Montana DNRC responsible for
evaluating the effects of proposed water use relative to senior water users.
Evaluations included aquifer test analysis, stream depletion analysis, and
legal/physical availability analysis focusing on groundwater/surface water
interactions. Evaluations were summarized in technical memorandums
and used in regulatory decisions. Additional duties included serving as
water resource advisor to Conservation Districts within the Yellowstone
River basin, preparation of water rights applications for irrigation
projects within the basin. Field activities include surface water discharge
measurements, stream gage installation, and stream channel survey.
Education
MS HydrologyUniversity of Idaho, 2009
BS Geological Sciences,
University of Idaho, 2008
LicensureRegistered PG (ID)
Technical Skills• Project management
• Well Design and Construction Oversight
• Aquifer Characterization• Surface Water and Groundwater
Interaction• Source Water Protection
• Water Rights• Site Investigation
• Water Development
Training & Certifications
• Groundwater & Wells Design Course, Johnson Screens
• Applications of Groundwater Geochemistry
• Montana Water Law Presenter
Memberships
• National Groundwater Association
• Geological Society of America
SENIOR HYDROGEOLOGIST
BRAD BENNETT, PG
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Field geologist responsible for the interpretation of pre-construction geotechnical information and site-
specific field assessments. Responsible for tracking ground conditions encountered during tunnel
construction, including logging of probe drilling ahead of tunnel boring machine and directing pre-
excavation pressure grouting operations for ground consolidation and controlling groundwater inflows.
Construction oversight duties included evaluation of initial ground support and tunnel final lining.
Select Water Right/Supply Well Design & Permitting
Project hydrogeologist responsible for the design, permitting, and construction oversight of new public
water supply well for the City of Polson, Montana.
Project hydrogeologist responsible for analyzing aquifer test data and prepared change application
documents to add an additional municipal well to the City’s water rights for the City Kalispell, Montana.
Project hydrogeologist responsible for a water rights changes for the City of Columbia Falls, Montana.
Duties included the evaluation, quantification, and documentation of the historical use associated with
the perfected water rights and prepare water right change application to expand place of use to meet
planned development.
Project hydrogeologist responsible for obtaining water use permit for new supply well as part of the
water distribution system improvements at the Happy Valley Subdivision located in Water District No.
8, Flathead County, Montana.
Project hydrogeologist responsible for preparing beneficial use application to allow for additional flow
rate from Evergreen Wells #4/#5 to increase the district’s source capacity for Water District No. 1,
Flathead County, Montana.
Project hydrogeologist responsible for developing water right change application documenting the
historical use of water and obtaining an expanded place of use to meet the district’s boundaries for
Lakeside District Water and Sewer District in Montana.
Project hydrogeologist responsible for design, permitting, and construction oversight of new public
water supply well for Emerald Heights County Water District in Montana.
Project hydrogeologist responsible for design, permitting (water right and EPA Class V Injection Well),
and construction oversight of new geothermal injection well for Weyerhaeuser in Kalispell, Montana.
Project hydrogeologist responsible for construction oversight of two new geothermal heat system wells
for the University of Montana Champions Center.
Project hydrogeologist responsible for design, permitting, and construction oversight of new public
water supply well for the Big Mountain Water Company.
Site Specific Investigations
Responsible for the Nelson Ranch Baseline Assessment. Assessed baseline conditions of local
groundwater resources prior to commencement of oil and gas exploration.
Responsible for the Baseline Groundwater Assessment in Teton County, Montana. Assessed baseline
water quality conditions at 10 wells within Teton County, prior to commencement of oil and gas
exploration in the region.
Water Right Adjudication/Water Court
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Montana Water Court Case 76D-0001S-2018—Assessed historic utilization of water resources
associated with an over-appropriated, hydrologically complex surface water source.
Montana Water Court Case 76HA-27/33—Evaluateed the natural flow of water intercepted by man-
made drain ditch and assess the natural waters contributing to the flow in the drain ditch and their
contribution to local surface water bodies.
Montana Water Court Case WC-2017-04—Evaluateed historic channel of Rich’s Springs through review
of GLO, topography, geomorphology, and aerial photographs.
Montana Water Court Case 40F-162/166—Assessed historic utilization of water resources associated
with two over-appropriated, highly variable surface water sources.
Voermans Ranch Water Rights Case—Reviewed historic uses of water and address DNRC issue remarks
for the senior water rights on Haskill Creek, in Whitefish, Montana.
Research
Research hydrologist responsible for the design, implementation, and analysis of long-term
aquifer tests involving municipal pumping wells. Tests included coordination of pumping
schedules and collection of data from a large-scale monitoring network comprised of private
and municipal groundwater wells. Analyzed aquifer test data to determine characteristics of local
groundwater systems, focusing on determining if/when additional surface water recharge could
be induced to the local aquifer system. Analysis included numerical and analytical modeling of
aquifer test data. Field work included maintenance of a monitoring well network/database and
characterizing local geologic formations.
Christina joined the WET team in June 2018 as an intern while completing
Graduate studies at Montana Technological University. She continued working
for WET while she obtained her Master of Science degree in Environmental
Engineering and joined WET full time in June of 2019. At WET, Christina
splits her time between contaminated site investigations, development
and planning projects, and groundwater and water right permitting as well
as Phase I Environmental Site Assessments and site monitoring. She also
consults with Butte Silver Bow County managing their federally mandated
industrial pretreatment program.
Professional & Project Experience
Environmental Engineer responsible for managing a variety of projects located
throughout western Montana.
Project engineer responsible for consulting on Butte-Silver Bow’s federally
mandated Industrial Pretreatment Program.
Project engineer responsible for managing municipal wastewater infiltration
groundwater discharge permitting processes from project scoping to permit
submission.
Project engineer responsible for petroleum contaminated site investigations,
cleanup, and closure.
Project engineer responsible for conducting Phase 1 and Phase 2
Environmental Site Assessments (ESA) for sites throughout western and
southwest Montana. For Phase 2 ESAs, responsible for scheduling and
oversight of GeoProbe drilling, core lithology logging, piezometer placement,
and sampling. Then organizes subsequent reporting efforts and prepares and
reviews final documents.
Project engineer responsible for DNRC water rights application process for
small to municipal sized systems.
Project engineer responsible for reporting on groundwater monitoring
programs at coal fired power plants in Wyoming and Utah. All technical
reporting efforts comply with state and federal regulations.
Project engineer responsible for sampling and preparation of subsequent
reports for a large superfund site in Livingston, Montana. Duties include
groundwater monitoring to quantify performance of air sparge/soil vapor
extraction and bioremediation systems and data analysis to guide subsequent
reporting efforts.
Education
BA Economics, Philosophy University of Montana, 2010
MS Environmental Engineering
Montana Tech, 2019
Technical Skills
• Project Management• Environmental Site Assessments
• Multimedia sampling• Site contamination
characterization • Contaminant transport/fate
analysis • Technical reporting
• Work plan preparation
Training & Certifications
• Montana Board Certified EIT• Class 4A/4B Public Water
Supply Operator• OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120:
HAZWOPER 40 Hour• MSHA 20 Hour
• Princeton Groundwater Course
Memberships
• National Groundwater Association
• American Chemical Society
PROJECT ENGINEER
CHRISTINA EGGENSPERGER, MS, FE
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Research
Membrane Filtration for Drinking Water Treatment
Publications
Christina G. Eggensperger, Katherine R. Zodrow (co-Author), et al. “Sustainable Living Filtration Membranes”.
Environmental Science and Technology Letters. 2020, 7, 3, 213-218. February 13, 2020. https://pubs.acs.org/
doi/10.1021/acs.estlett.0c00019.
Patents
Living Filtration Membrane, Patent #W02020181167A1, 2020.
Dave Erickson has over 34 years of experience in the environmental consulting
field and is recognized as one of Montana’s leading hydrogeologists. He
has been managing various projects throughout his career and performs
management and operations duties for WET. Projects over the years range in
complexity from multi-state contaminated site remediation to industrial pond
expansion projects to lead expert involvement on environmental litigation
teams. More focus has been given to groundwater and surface water
resource evaluation and mitigation projects in recent years. Dave’s primary
area of expertise is in the investigation, characterization, and mitigation
of contaminated natural resources and the evaluation, development, and
conservation of water resources. His hydrogeology background affords him
the education to evaluate complex surface water/groundwater interactions.
Dave maintains extensive experience in project management of complex
engineering and environmental-focused projects. Ranging from multi-
contaminant remediation to waste containment to waste minimization. All
projects involve interaction with stakeholders, regulatory agencies, and
legal teams. Dave has extensive litigation and negotiation experience that
results in successful project outcomes, even when contentious issues are
involved. As part of these projects, he is responsible for managing a team
of professionals, schedule and budget management, negotiations with State
and Federal agencies, and communication with various clients.
Professional & Project Experience
Extensive experience in project management of complex engineering
and environmental-focused projects. Ranging from multi-contaminant
remediation to waste containment to waste minimization. All projects involve
interaction with stakeholders, regulatory agencies, and legal teams. Mr.
Erickson has extensive litigation and negotiation experience that results in
successful project outcomes, even when contentious issues are involved.
Project manager responsible for groundwater modeling project to document
water rights issue. This project involved double lined waste lagoons with
leak detection with replacement water supply wells because of a solvent
contamination in the uppermost aquifer, the steep sloped evapotranspiration
cap, in the desert environment. These are examples of the range of projects
and scopes Mr. Erickson has managed, each involving multi-disciplined
teams of professionals and various regulatory agencies.
Project hydrogeologist responsible for re-permitting several industrial landfills
at large coal-fired electric generating plants in Wyoming. Projects involved
investigating water quality degradation from fly ash disposal activities and
characterization of potential health risks. A statistical evaluation of the water
quality was completed to identify potential impacts.
Project manager and hydrogeologist responsible for site characterization,
investigation, and remediation of a dissolved solvent plume from a county
landfill. Remediation consisted of in-situ air sparging and a funnel-and-
gate capture as well as an in-situ treatment system. Complex fractured
bedrock and excomplex groundwater flow characteristics required innovative
investigation technology to understand both the water and contaminant
interaction between the bedrock and alluvial aquifers and the ground and
surface water. Project highlights include:
Education
BS Geological EngineeringMontana Tech, 1988
Licensure
Professional Geologist (WY, UT)
Technical Skills
• Hazardous Waste and Geotechnical Sampling
• Monitoring Well Installation • Design & Construction of RCRA/
CERCLA Final Covers • Enhanced Bioremediation
• Ground Water Pollution & Hydrogeology,
• Geostatistical Analysis in Hazardous Waste Site
Evaluation• Environmental Isotopes in
Ground Water Resource and
Environmental Contamination
Training & Certifications• OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120 Health
& Safety• OSHA 29 CFR Certified Waste
Site Supervisor• Certified Monitoring Well
Constructor
Memberships• Association of Ground Water
Scientists & Engineers• National Ground Water
Association• American Institute of
Professional Geologist
PRINCIPAL HYDROGEOLOGIST
DAVID ERICKSON, PG
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• The use of geophysical method to characterize the bedrock topography and the connection
and interaction between aquifers• The use of direct push subsurface investigation methods to characterize site conditions and
test remedial options• The installation of source specific remedial methods to control landfill leachate impacts• Long term responsibility for all surface water, groundwater, remediation, and reporting
requirement for the site• Presentation of the site characteristics, model results, and site remediation costs in District
Court
Project hydrogeologist and lead expert to investigate and characterize geologic, hydrogeologic, and
contaminant migration characteristics of solvent and fuel that impacted a residential neighborhood.
The investigation goal was to determine the contamination source and identify the responsible party.
Geophysical methods (soil conductivity logging) and depth-specific profile samplings were used to
identify perchloroethylene migration and degradation in multiple production zones within the alluvial
aquifer. This subsurface investigation established a connection between historical lagoon leakage and
residential supply wells.
Project manager and lead epert for investigating impacts of historical mining and milling activities on
groundwater quality and stream water. Dissolved metals concentrations impacting a small-town’s public
water supply system prompted a complaint against the Mining Company. Investigations of the tailings
and in-stream tracer testing established a direct connection between stream water contamination and
spring contamination.
Project manager and hydrogeologist responsible for designing, installing, and monitoring various types
of remedial technologies and methods. These remedial practices included air stripping, air sparging,
vapor extraction, bioventing, bio-cell treatment, biostimulation (ORC), NAPL recovery, in-situ and ex-situ
bioremediation, and excavation with off-site disposal.
Project manager responsible for the investigation and remediation of twenty-nine sites in Montana and
North Dakota where pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, fuels, and fertilizers were spilled.
Project manager and hydrogeologist for extensive study and groundwater modeling of the contaminant
effects from ash disposal ponds on an arid Wyoming drainage. The study involved:• Prediction of contaminant transport
• Simulation of remedial options• Design, installation, optimization and operation of remediation system
• Permitting of facility expansion• Extensive presentations and negotiations with regulatory agencies
• Dispute resolutions between the facility and potentially affected parties
Project hydrologist responsible for sediment transport and stream water quality modeling at a mine
tailing disposal project in Malaysia.
Project hydrogeologist evaluating water chemistry changes resulting from the use of wastewater for
irrigation at a research farm in Utah.
Expert Witness/Litigation Support Experience
A detailed list is available upon request. In the last 20 years, Mr. Erickson has participated in over 50
lawsuits in Expert or Expert Team Leader’s capacity. He has testified in court, participated in settlement
negotiations, and drafted technical settlement agreements. Mr. Erickson is experienced in all aspects of
the role of an expert witness and litigation support.
Elizabeth Erickson serves as Principal Hydrogeologist for WET. She specializes
in hydrogeologic investigation and data interpretation, geochemical analysis,
groundwater and surface water modeling, investigation, remediation, and
monitoring at contamination sites. For much of her career, Elizabeth has
worked on Superfund or Superfund-related projects, mainly groundwater
flow and contaminant transport issues. She has studied environments
from arid high desert climates to tropical settings with over 120 inches of
precipitation per year. She has worked on various sites that include coal-
fired generation plants, manufactured gas plants, mining operations with a
range of contaminants from fuels, chlorinated solvents, and metals. She has
developed multiple three-dimensional, animated, hydrogeologic contaminant
plume models, many of which have been used in litigation. Ms. Erickson has
developed a controlled groundwater petition to restrict groundwater usage for
contaminated portions of alluvial and bedrock aquifers. She has also worked
on multiple Superfund sites to establish institutional controls programs, long-
term operation and maintenance, land use, and redevelopment plans. She
is actively involved in modeling, data interpretation, geochemical evaluation,
and site characterization of multiple power plant sites in Wyoming and Utah
and several Superfund sites in Montana. She is experienced in public outreach
and organization, including presentation and meeting facilitation.
Elizabeth received her Bachelor of Science degree in Geophysical Engineering
and her Master of Science degree in Geosciences/Hydrogeological
Engineering, both from Montana Tech of the University of Montana. Her thesis
involved developing a groundwater flow model (MODFLOW, USGS, 1988)
simulation of a regional intermontane aquifer to determine pumping effects
from ongoing development on groundwater availability in an area without
centralized sewer and water.
Professional & Project Experience
Project manager/principal hydrogeologist responsible for the management,
negotiation, and oversight services for a multi-faceted Institutional Controls
Program for a large Superfund site in Southwest Montana. Performed technical
and oversight services for all aspects of negotiations between the county,
USEPA, MDEQ, and the Potentially Responsible Party (PRP). This work has
included technical review and negotiation services and the development of
multiple technical documents in coordination with a settlement between and
in conjunction with Record of Decision (ROD) amendments and Consent
Decree (CD) negotiations between EPA and the PRP.
Project manager/hydrogeologist responsible for environmental monitoring,
interpretation, and reporting at multiple power plant facilities in Wyoming and
Utah for state-mandated environmental regulations and USEPA CCR Rule
compliance. Project tasks include sampling program design, data collection
and interpretation of monitoring data, geo-chemical and statistical analysis of
monitoring data, and presentation of results to regulatory agencies.
Project manager/principal hydrogeologist responsible for developing the
Interim Institutional Controls Program (IICP) for a large Superfund site
encompassing a small community in southwestern Montana. The project
involves oversight of an interdisciplinary team that effectively implements a
Development Permit System (DPS) to manage contaminated soil handling
protocols within the community, develop ancillary programs to enhance the
Education
BS Geophysical Engineering Montana Tech, 1988
MS Hydrogeological Engineering
Montana Tech, 1995
Technical Skills• GW Modelling/Visualization
• Expert witness • Negotiations
Training & Certifications• Certified Water System Operator
• OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120 Health & Safety
• Mining Visualization Software/Environmental Visualization
(MVS/EVS) Software• Advanced Ground Water
Modeling & Visualization with GMS
• Environmental Forensics:
Methods and Applications
• Writing the Perfect EA/FONSI
or EIS
• Continuing Education Courses
• Environmental Geochemistry of
Metals
• Integrated DNAPL Site Strategy
Memberships
• American Water Works Association
• American Water Resources Association
• National Ground Water Association
PRINCIPAL HYDROGEOLOGIST
ELIZABETH ERICKSON, MS
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remedy, and reduce residents’ exposure to residual waste in the community. The team was also tasked
with developing and implementing the Community Protective Measures Program (CPMP), allowing the
Superfund Program to respond to public health and safety inquiries associated with Superfund activities.
To manage and analyze the local development permits and public inquiries, a GIS database tracking
system was developed to access remedial information for individual properties and provide the needed
information to establish individual site-specific work plans for development projects within site.
Project manager/principal hydrogeologist responsible for investigating the loss of hydraulic control at a
Superfund site containing PCP and other related contaminants. The project included the development of
a scope of work, review of site documents, an evaluation of the comprehensiveness of the site remedial
investigation, an evaluation of the effect of dewatering projects at an adjacent Superfund site, review of a
groundwater model for the site, and the design and implementation development of a sampling program
for pilot testing. It also required developing recommendations on the most environmentally responsible
way to move forward with the former pole treating facility’s remediation and state-ordered upgrades
to the sewage treatment facility, requiring ongoing dewatering activities. Finally, the project required
developing a dewatering plan for the site, which is located upon one Superfund site and adjacent to
another.
Project manager/principal hydrogeologist responsible for stormwater quality and infrastructure study
for a small community in southwest Montana located within a Superfund site. Project objectives include
delineation of water quality and soil metals contamination impacts to the stormwater system from an
upland Superfund area, in addition to infrastructure assessment and modeling of stormwater system
capacity.
Project manager/principal hydrogeologist responsible for developing a Water Right Change Application to
the state Department of Natural Resources for a property whose water use had changed from agricultural
to a Golf Course with high-end residential development. The site was located on an abandoned river
oxbow and presented many permitting challenges.
Project manager/principal hydrogeologist responsible for overseeing environmental monitoring programs
at multiple coal-fired generators in Wyoming and Utah. The project includes coordination of sampling
activities, design and monitoring of remediation systems, database management, geo-statistical and
geochemi-cal modeling, monitoring data analysis, and annual monitoring reports to regulatory staff.
Project manager/ principal hydrogeologist responsible for the operation of multiple Public Water Supply
Systems in Montana. The project includes the operation and maintenance of corrosion control and
chlorination systems and monitoring and reporting to regulatory officials.
Project manager/ principal hydrogeologist responsible for studying the extent and provenance of nutrient
impacts to an intermontane, fault dropped, alluvial valley that is underlain by bedrock in southwest
Montana. The project entailed reviewing available data from state and local subdivision files and the
GWIC and USGS databases, collecting data and defining gaps. Probable sources of the contamination
were defined by isotopic water sampling, and an alluvial/bedrock groundwater flow map was developed.
The depth to bedrock was determined based on well log information and geophysical data collected
in the basin. Integration of this data allowed for the definition of areas where subdivision development
could occur without impacting water resources. Findings of the study were presented to state and local
officials and presented in several public meetings.
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Project manager/hydrogeologist responsible for a multi-year monitoring program for domestic wells
completed in a contaminated aquifer on a Superfund site. The project included reviewing a large
amount of groundwater and aquifer parameter data collected in conjunction with Superfund activities,
defining priority areas for sampling, defining data gaps, contacting local landowners, obtaining access
agreements, monitoring activities, public relations, public meetings for the dissemination of data results.
The project required working with local, state, and federal authorities.
Project manager/project hydrogeologist in charge of constructing a hydrogeologic and contaminant
plume model for a former Manufactured Gas Plant (MGP) in South Dakota. Numerous monitoring
well and boring logs were incorporated into Environmental Visualization Modeling (EVS) Software to
construct a three-dimensional stratigraphic model of the site that can be rotated and sliced to evaluate
site conditions. Monitoring data for groundwater and soil contamination was used to model the solid and
fluid contaminant plumes. Topographic and Sanborn maps overlay the combined models, plus historic
to recent aerial photos to pinpoint potential source areas. The model was used to characterize site
contamination and statistically define areas where additional boring and chemical data were needed.
Data was presented to the company and regulatory staff.
Project manager/principal hydrogeologist for development of controlled groundwater area petition for
submission to the Department of Natural Resource Commission (DNRC) to restrict groundwater usage
from the contaminated portion of the alluvial and bedrock aquifers beneath a Superfund site in southwest
Montana. The aquifers were contaminated by over a century of mining and associated activity within
the basin. The project involved reviewing a large amount of groundwater and aquifer data collected in
conjunction with Superfund activities and using applicable data to define the extent of contamination
both laterally and with depth in the aquifers. Data gaps were defined, and data collection was completed
as needed in these areas. The project also entailed an evaluation of the location of a buffer zone around
the contamination to ensure that new groundwater uses along the boundary edge would not result in
the movement of the contaminant plume. All work was performed to meet the Records of Decision
(ROD) and Consent Decrees (CD) requirements for the Butte Priority Soils Operable Unit and Butte Mine
Flooding Operable Unit, part of the Butte Area Site, and the Montana Pole Treatment Plant superfund
site ROD.
Project manager/hydrogeologist responsible for preparing a source water delineation and assessment
report for the Public Water Supply wells for a community in southwest Montana. The assessment
project included a comprehensive technical evaluation of the town’s water resources and a watershed
study of the upgradient catchment area to identify point and non-point source impacts from residential
development, historic mining operations, and agriculture. Assessment tasks included groundwater and
surface water quality monitoring, soil sampling, evaluation of the alluvial aquifer hydraulic parameters,
and estimation of surface and groundwater budgets. It also involved constructing a groundwater flow
model showing a time-variant capture zone for the well field, identifying potential contamination sources
within or near the capture zone, and recommendations for source water protection. The evaluation
results were submitted in a final report to both county and state officials.
Project hydrogeologist in charge of constructing a three-dimensional hydrogeologic model to evaluate
the effect of a pipeline crossing through a beet field in eastern Montana. Well and boring logs were
incorporated into Environmental Visualization Modeling (EVS) Software to construct a stratigraphic
model of the site that could be rotated and sliced. Groundwater flow information was added to evaluate
surface water/groundwater flow changes due to the pipeline construction. The model was successfully
used to negotiate a settlement in litigation.
Project hydrogeologist in charge of constructing a hydrogeologic and contaminant plume model for a
former oil refinery in northeast Montana. Numerous monitoring well and boring logs were incorporated
into Environmental Visualization Modeling (EVS) Software to construct a three-dimensional stratigraphic
model of the site that can be rotated and sliced to evaluate site conditions. Monitoring data for groundwater
and soil contamination was used to model the solid and fluid contaminant plumes. Topographic and
Sanborn maps overlay the combined models, plus historic to recent aerial photos to pinpoint potential
source areas. The model was used to characterize site contamination and remedial design measures.
The model was used in litigation.
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Project hydrogeologist responsible for constructing a three-dimensional hydrogeologic groundwater flow
model to evaluate dewatering of a valley by an upgradient mining operation in Montana. Aquifer parameter
and monitoring data were collected and used to evaluate surface water/groundwater interaction and the
effects of pumping on the underlying groundwater aquifer. Pumping effects on ephemeral flow in surface
water tributaries over multiple years were also modeled. The model was in litigation.
Project hydrogeologist responsible for constructing a three-dimensional hydrogeologic groundwater
flow and contaminant transport model to evaluate LNAPL and DNAPL contamination in an aquifer in
Montana. Aquifer parameter and monitoring data were collected and used to evaluate surface water/
groundwater flow and contaminant transport in the aquifer beneath a town in Montana. The model was
used for litigation.
Project hydrogeologist responsible for an extensive study of groundwater flow and transport from a coal-
fired power plant’s ash disposal ponds in an arid Wyoming drainage. The study involved groundwater and
contaminant transport modeling, which included predicting both contaminant transport direction and
concentration and the simulation of remedial options. The project also included geochemical modeling,
geologic mapping, and cross-section construction.
Project hydrogeologist responsible for an FGD pond expansion permit at a coal-fired power plant
in Wyoming. Project tasks included updating previous groundwater modeling results to incorporate
additional monitoring wells and data, protecting public water supply wells near the pond expansion
area, and providing remedial options for pondimpacted groundwater.
Project hydrogeologist responsible for interpreting and presenting groundwater monitoring data at power
plant facilities in Wyoming and Utah. Project tasks included collation and interpretation of monitoring
data, geochemical and statistical analysis of monitoring data, and presentation of results to regulatory
agencies.
Project hydrogeologist for the geologic/hydrogeologic characterization and modeling of a dissolved
solvent plume from a county landfill. The site contained complex fractured bedrock and extremely
complex groundwater flow characteristics. A groundwater flow and contaminant transport model was
created to predict future impacts and design the best remediation options and locations.
Project hydrogeologist responsible for a geologic/hydrogeologic site characterization and groundwater
flow model capable of delineating groundwater usage issues due to development on the alluvial fans
of the Bridger Mountains. The site was characterized by alluvial fan deposits over bedrock material.
Groundwater elevations in the area wells were declining, and the purposes of the study were to model
current conditions and predict the future impact of further development in the area.
Project manager/hydrogeologist responsible for characterization of a shallow, unconfined groundwater
aquifer impacted by mining operations. The aquifer provided the principal water supply source for a small
community in southwestern Montana. Project tasks included developing a groundwater monitoring plan
that would provide both a statistically valid sampling of the aquifer system and an accurate interpretation
of monitoring results. The project required coordination among the county, state, and federal regulators
and also required public meetings to report results to area residents.
Project manager/hydrogeologist responsible for remediating contaminated groundwater by using
Hydrogen Peroxide as an oxidizing agent. Tasks included a pre-injection definition of the hydrocarbon
plume, injection project design, and post-injection monitoring. The project also required coordination
among regulatory agencies and the responsible party.
Associate hydrogeologist performing mathematical geochemical and groundwater flow modeling and
monitoring of various soil and groundwater contamination sites.
Project manager/hydrogeologist on a new public groundwater supply well project that involved site
characterization, installation, and permitting.
Project manager/hydrogeologist for the investigation and remediation of multiple UST Sites.
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Associate Hydrogeologist responsible for yearly compilation and analysis of monitoring data at several
industrial plants with ponds or landfills in Wyoming.
Associate hydrogeologist responsible for designing, installing, and monitoring various types of remedial
technologies or methods that included air stripping, air sparging, vapor extraction, bio-stimulation
(ORC), NAPL recovery, in-situ & ex-situ bioremediation, and natural attenuation.
Associate hydrogeologist for sampling and compilation of yearly monitoring data analyses that included
geochemical and statistical analysis for several county landfills with dissolved solvent plumes.
Consulting geophysicist is responsible for updating a geophysical modeling software program to include
improvements and new developments in the existing source code.
Exploration geophysicist responsible for the development and implementation of a seismic survey in the
Red Sea.
Exploration geophysicist analyzing seismic data to locate oil reserves in Somalia and Ethiopia.
Expert Witness/Litigation Support Experience
Park County v. Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway Company, Montana Sixth Judicial District Court,
Park County, Cause No. DV 97-75.
C&P Packing v. Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway Company, Park County.
Town of Superior v. Asarco Incorporated, US District Court, Missoula Division
Aguiar v. Burlington Northern, United States District Court, Great Falls Division
Schammel et. al. v. CR Kendall Corporation, United States District Court, Great Falls Division.
Fauque, et al. v. Texaco et al., Cause No. CDV-01-179 (a)
Professional Development
Affordable Turnkey Weighing Lysimeters
Water Potential 301—Pushing Your Instruments Past Their Specifications
Effective Negotiating
AWRA—Montana Section Conference
Water Rights in Montana
National Summit of Mining Communities
Conjunctive Management of GW& SW: Application of Science to Policy
MSAWWA/MWEA Joint Conference: Managing Water Infrastructure for M’s Future
NGWA Ground Water & Environmental Law Conference
Mr. Frazee joined the WET team in 2013. Previously, Stephen worked part-
time as a WET engineering intern during the fall of 2012. Since joining WET,
Stephen has worked on civil and environmental projects that include municipal
stormwater design, commercial civil site development and stormwater
modeling, municipal sanitary sewer design, sanitary sewer collection, and
pump station design. Stephen has also worked extensively with AutoCAD
Civil 3D and has experience in surveying and construction oversight. Stephen
is also WET’s UAV/drone team manager and a licensed remote pilot. Stephen
has extensive remote aerial survey experience for engineering, survey, and
restoration projects.
Professional & Project Experience
Survey/UAV manager at WET. General responsibilities include personnel
and equipment scheduling, project/flight plan review, data quality
control, equipment maintenance, and software license maintenance.
Project manager/engineer and UAV remote pilot responsible for aerial
topographic and vegetation survey projects using UAV. Tasks included
GNSS control survey, data collection, UAV flights, QA/QC using ground
control points and checkpoints, data processing to generate high-resolution
aerial imagery, promotional videos, point clouds, digital surface models,
digital terrain models, vegetation indices, point cloud scrubbing, generation
of topographic contours, estimating vegetative cover using near-infrared
images to estimate weed populations, and soil pile volume calculations.
Project engineer responsible for project management, design
engineering, bidding, and oversight for the Greeley Neighborhood
Stormwater Improvements Project. The project included the design
of 1,800 feet of new trunk main and associated utility holes and inlets to
increase existing capacity. Tasks included engineering design, public
bidding, project management, construction oversight, and surveying.
Project engineer responsible for surveying and design of the Basin Creek
Development Plan Project. Tasks included collecting ground survey data and
mapping existing water infrastructure, collecting aerial UAV data, merging ground/
UAS/Lidar data to be used in engineering design and conceptual layout design
for trails, creek crossings, and other recreational features. Other tasks included
design, bid solicitation, and oversight of new site security fence installation.
Project engineer/manager responsible for a restoration progress
monitoring (remote sensing) project using UAV in Southwest Montana.
Part of a larger Superfund project, this project involved collecting
aerial data using UAV and processing/analyzing the imagery to
quantify restoration progress in terms of vegetative cover and soil
erosion. Tasks included project management, UAV flights, surveying,
data processing, data analysis, data quality control, and reporting.
Project manager/engineer responsible for project management, data
collection, and data analysis for the Basin Creek Reservoir Bathymetry
Project. Tasks included GNSS and Sonar survey data collection, data
QA/QC, merging sonar data with Lidar data, generating stage/storage
tables for the Upper and Lower Reservoirs, and drafting/mapping.
Education
BS Environmental Engineering Montana Tech, 2012
BS General Engineering
(Minor in Mathematics)Montana Tech, 2012
Licensure• Professional Engineer (MT)• FAA Part 107 Pilot Certification
Technical Skills• AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Autodesk Storm and Sanitary Analysis
• HydroCAD• HEC-RAS
• Global Mapper• Pix4d Mapper
• Leica Geo Office
Training & Certifications
• HAZWOPER 40 Hour• MSHA
• ASCE Flexible Pavement Design Seminar (Nov. 2016)
• ASCE Pumping Systems Design Seminar (July 2015)
MembershipsAmerican Society of Civil
Engineers (ASCE)
SENIOR ENGINEER
STEPHEN FRAZEE, PE
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Project manager/engineer responsible for project management and design engineering for the Butte
High School stormwater infrastructure project. The design included a new buried retention system
and upsizing existing conveyances to alleviate chronic flooding problems. Tasks included a detailed
hydrology and hydraulics evaluation, alternative analysis, cost estimating, developing design plans and
specifications, public bidding, and construction oversight.
Project engineer responsible for the design of several commercial development projects. Tasks included
coordinating with the senior design engineer, site grading/design, stormwater infrastructure design,
hydrology and hydraulic analysis, generating construction plans, and permitting.
Project engineer responsible for several Montana DEQ Opencut Permit projects. Tasks included
surveying, test pit log interpretation, mapping, preparation of permit application documents, and public
meeting presentations.
Project engineer responsible for revising and updating several industrial Storm Water Pollution Prevention
Plans for a mining facility. The updates/revisions were made to maintain compliance with the Montana
DEQ Multi-Sector General Permit for Storm Water Discharges Associated with Industrial Activity.
Staff engineer responsible for site survey, design, drafting, construction staking, and construction
oversight of a coal combustion residual landfill maintenance project at the Huntington Power Plant.
The project included designing new vehicle access roads and drainage features on top of a landfill
evapotranspiration cap and designing repairs/maintenance for existing drainage features.
Staff engineer responsible for site survey, soil sampling, design, drafting, and construction oversight for
industrial stormwater infrastructure and secondary containment projects. The design included hydrology
and hydraulics evaluation, structural evaluation of buried pipe under heavy offroad construction traffic,
and site grading and drainage. Construction oversight included grade staking, construction management
and scheduling, and overall project quality assurance/quality control.
Staff engineer responsible for site survey, CAD design, drafting, and construction oversight for a sanitary
sewer pump station project. Design tasks included site layout, pump system design, and hydraulic
calculations of gravity and pressure pipe.
Erik joined the WET team as a Project Civil Engineer in January of 2016. Prior
to joining WET, Erik worked as a mine engineer for three years in Wyoming and
as a Civil Engineer for one year. At WET, Erik works on civil and environmental
projects, including water system design and modeling, sanitary collection
and treatment design, sanitary pump station design, stormwater design
and permitting, and civil site development. Erik also performs topographic
surveys, construction staking, construction oversight and administration, and
construction document preparation.
Professional & Project Experience
Civil engineer with ten years of experience in project management, waterworks
design, sanitary sewer design, stormwater design, lot development, permitting,
construction administration and oversight, construction documents
preparation, site survey, and topographic survey.
Civil engineer responsible for municipal utility projects including stormwater
hydrology and hydraulic modeling, collection, conveyance, treatment, and
detention design; sanitary sewer collection, pump station, and lagoon
treatment facility design; potable water storage and conveyance and
complete water system modeling, water system risk and resilience analysis;
site grading/design; certified water operator in charge of non-community non-
transient and non-community transient water systems; SWPPP preparation
and administration; MS4 permitting and sampling.
Recent experience includes several commercial development projects
with tasks including site grading/design, stormwater infrastructure design,
sanitary service, water main design, a sanitary lagoon system cell rebuild
and infrastructure upgrade, a sanitary lagoon system relining and valve
replacement design and oversight, several pressure dosed septic system
designs, a two-mile water conveyance main and water distribution system
design and modeling, a mobile home park water distribution system, a small
water system construction oversight and record drawing submission.
Education
BS General Engineering (Civil Option)
Montana Tech, 2011
Licensure• Professional Engineer (MT) • 4AB Water Operator (MT)
Technical Skills
• AutoCAD Civil3D• WaterCAD
• HydroCAD
• SWMM Modeling
Training & Certifications• Stormwater Management BMP
Training
• HAZWOPER 40-Hour
• MSHA
Memberships• American Water Works
Association• Society of American Military
Engineers
SENIOR ENGINEER
ERIK INGMAN, PE
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Forrest Jay is a seasoned senior engineer at WET, boasting a career in civil
and environmental engineering since 2005. With a robust skill set including
project management and expertise in civil site design, subdivision permitting,
and municipal water, sewer, and stormwater design, Forrest has been
instrumental in numerous projects. Since joining WET in July 2012, he has
served as project manager and lead engineer on various endeavors, ranging
from commercial and residential subdivisions to municipal utility designs
and stormwater permitting. Forrest’s proficiency extends to construction
administration, oversight, and inspection, ensuring the successful execution
of projects from conception to completion. His dedication to excellence and
comprehensive understanding of engineering principles make him a valuable
asset in the field of civil and environmental engineering.
Professional & Project Experience
Construction project manager responsible for assembling construction
documents, contract administration, construction oversight, quality assurance
testing, construction staking, special inspections, and record drawings and
certifications.
Project manager and lead design engineer for civil site design, including site
plans, grading, utilities, water, sewer, and stormwater.
Project manager and lead design engineer responsible for municipal utility
designs for water and sanitary sewer mains, onsite wastewater system design
(for septic, drain fields, and advanced treatment), municipal sanitary sewer
master plans, and stormwater and hydrologic modeling.
Project manager and lead design engineer responsible for commercial and
residential subdivision design and permitting.
Project manager and lead design engineer responsible for industrial and
construction stormwater permitting and compliance.
Project manager and lead design engineer responsible for engineering plan
reviews and certifications for water, sewer, and stormwater as a retained
consultant for Butte-Silver Bow.
Education
MS Civil EngineeringColorado State University, 2005
BS Environmental Engineering
Montana Tech, 2003
LicensureProfessional Engineer (MT, ID)
Technical Skills• Project Management
• Civil Site Design—Commercial and Residential
• Subdivision Permitting• Onsite Wastewater System
Design and Permitting• Municipal Water, Sewer and
Stormwater Design• Hydrologic/Hydraulic Modeling
(HydroCAD, Autodesk SSA)• Construction Administration,
Oversight, and Inspection• AutoCAD Civil 3D
Training & Certifications• HAZWOPER 40 Hour
• Confined Space• Stormwater BMP and SWPPP
Administration
Memberships
American Society of Civil Engineers
SENIOR ENGINEER
FORREST JAY, PE
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Whitney has experience with civil engineering design, including new utilities
and rehabilitations, subdivision design and approval, permitting, SWPPP
Administration and Inspection, and construction observation. Whitney
has experience working on various private and public projects throughout
Montana, North Dakota, and South Dakota.
Whitney has worked extensively in AutoCAD Civil 3D to generate plan and
profile sheets, grading models, road corri-dors, assemblies, pipe networks,
and complete construction plans.
Since joining WET, Whitney has worked on civil and environmental projects,
including public water system design and various permitting (i.e., floodplain,
joint applications, etc.).
Professional & Project Experience
Project engineer on commercial and residential subdivision design projects
ensuring compliance with Montana De-partment of Environmental Quality
(MDEQ) standards across many counties. This includes designing and drafting
wa-ter and sanitary sewer main extension plans, project specifications, design
reports, and the resulting permitting asso-ciated with these types of projects
(i.e., Montana Department of Transportation and MDEQ).
Project engineer responsible for onsite construction observation to ensure
plans and specifications are followed during the construction phase upon
completion of design and bidding phases. Responsible for coordinating all
testing, onsite meetings, and communications between Owner and Contractor.
Project engineer responsible for drafting, reporting, monitoring, and ensuring
compliance with Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP) for
construction activities in Montana, North Dakota, and South Dakota. Plans
must comply with MDEQ and the Montana Pollution Discharge Elimination
System (MPDES). This includes proper selection, installa-tion, application,
and maintenance of stormwater best management practices (BMPs) and
periodic site inspections to verify compliance with the SWPPP.
Project engineer for the Glacier Campground Utility Rehabilitation in West
Glacier, Montana. Responsible for the layout and sizing of system upgrades
(mains/booster pump) to 175 campground spaces. Performed all duties
for DEQ-3 Permitting as well as designing the construction plans and
specifications.
Engineer for the Clear Skies Resorts Glacier Cabins at Stanton Creek— Essex,
Montana. Responsible for the layout and sizing for new Public Water Supply
system (mains/booster pump) to accommodate new resort geodomes and
employee housing for the resort. Performed all duties for DEQ-3 permitting as
well as designing the construction plans and specifications.
Engineer for the Tammaro Water Bottling Facility in Heron, Montana.
Responsible for performing all duties for DEQ-3 permitting as well as designing
the construction plans and specifications.
Engineer for the Martinovich 310 Permit in Whitefish, Montana. Responsible
for obtaining a floodplain permit for a residence.
Education
BS Civil EngineeringMontana State University, 2011
Licensure
Professional Engineer (MT)
Technical Skills
• AutoCAD Civil 3D• ArcGIS
• HydroCAD
Training & Certifications
SWPPP Administrator
Memberships
• American Water Works Association
• American Society of Civil Engineers
• Engineers Without Borders: Montana Section
PROJECT II ENGINEER
WHITNEY KROSS, PE
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Engineer for the Weyerhaeuser Public Water Supply in Columbia Falls, Montana. Responsible for the
DEQ-3 Permitting application for an updated system that changed from privately owned to the public.
Anthony Laslovich is a senior engineer for Water & Environmental
Technologies. Anthony has worked in the civil construction and consulting
industry since 2004. He has managed numerous complicated projects
including large parks and recreation builds, dam rehabilitation, sanitary
sewer, water distribution, steam utility, storm drain, HDPE lined ponds,
waste water treatment infrastructure, odor control infrastructure, mass
excavation, municipal subdivision development, stormwater design, sanitary
sewer collection system and pump station design, water transmission
and distribution system design, environmental permitting, industrial
and residential road and parking lot design, ADA compliant municipal
sidewalk design, geotechnical investigations, forensic investigations, and
construction administration. Anthony serves as a senior project manager,
construction administrator, and Vice President of Business Development.
Professional & Project Experience
Senior engineer responsible for managing municipal parks and recreation
projects as well as municipal utility projects including storm water water,
potable water and sanitary sewer collection systems. Responsible for
sanitary sewer collection, pump station design, water storage and distribution
design, water system modeling, municipal subdivision master planning and
design, geotechnical investigations, forensic investigations, ADA compliant
pedestrian facilities, subdivision regulation development and road design.
Project manager and project engineer for the Stodden Park Central
Improvements Plan located in Butte, Montana for Phase 1 and Phase 2.
Responsibilities included designing a new parking layout, park access road,
utilities and facility upgrades, and stormwater management plan for a 115-
acre city park. In addition, the project included a new stormwater infrastructure
system, stormwater detention ponds, hardscape/commons area, rehabilitation
of existing tennis courts, ice-skating ribbon, entrance arch, concrete sidewalk,
concrete curb, water main extension, parking lot lighting, rehabilitation of all
existing asphalt, parking lot expansion, landscaping throughout the park, an
additional park entrance, and a destination playground.
Project manager and project engineer for Stodden Park Central Improvements
Plan for Phase 3. Responsibilities included designing a new golf clubhouse,
golf course irrigation improvements, existing bathroom renovations, and
veteran’s memorial renovations.
Project manager for multiple Butte School District facility improvement
projects. Responsibilities included site layout, ADA compliance, design,
grading, stormwater management, utility upgrades, and construction
oversight. These efforts took place at three different school facilities.
Assistant construction manager for the Parrot Tailings Waste Removal Project
located in Butte, Montana. Main responsibilities include construction oversight
management, contractor correspondence, and documentation efforts.
Education
MS General Engineering (Civil Option)
Montana Tech, 2010
BS General Engineering (Civil Option)
Montana Tech, 2009
Licensure• Professional Engineer (MT)
• Private Pilot—Rotorcraft
Technical Skills• AutoCAD Civil3D
• WaterCAD• HydroCAD
• Microsoft Office
• Primavera
Training & Certifications• MSHA
• HAZWOPER 40 Hour• Flexible Pavement Design and
Rehabilitation
Memberships
• American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)
• AACE International• National Council for Examiners
for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES)
• Society of American Military Engineers (SAME)
• Montana Contractor’s Association (MCA)–Associate
Board Member• Montana Contractors
Association BOD Board Member
SENIOR ENGINEER
ANTHONY LASLOVICH II, PE
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Project manager for a road division asphaltic concrete milling and resurfacing
project located in Butte-Silver Bow County in Montana. Responsibilities
included designing three road rehabilitation projects that included full cross-
section replacement efforts and asphalt milling and filling.
Project engineer in charge of Critical Path Method (CPM). Was responsible for
schedule updates over ongoing mine expansion effort at Barret Minerals near
Dillon, Montana.
Project manager for Public Works Department survey and material testing
requests for Butte-Silver Bow County in Montana.
Project manager for a waste water treatment plant (WWTP) improvements
project located in Anaconda, Montana. Responsibilities included construction
oversight effort on the improvements to the Anaconda-Deer Lodge County
wastewater treatment plant. Improvements included but were not limited to
dewatering and removal of sludge, removal of the existing liner, installation of
60 mile HDPE liner, installation of the new aeration system, and disposal of
sludge.
Project manager for the design and DEQ permitting a water main and sewer
main extension to serve a newly constructed bathroom pavilion located at the
World Museum of Mining in Butte, Montana.
Project manager contracted by Langlas & Associates for all construction survey
and material testing efforts on Butte School District #1 Bond Improvements
in Butte, Montana.
Project manager for the design and DEQ permitting for the 68-lot Todd Mobile
Home Subdivision development in Dillon, Montana.
Publications
“The Residual Strength of Fire-Damaged, Dimensional Lumber: A Direct,
Non-Destructive, In-Situ Approach.” Proceedings Forest Products Society
65th International Convention, Session 21, Application of Wood Materials in
Structural Applications, June 19-21, 2011, Portland, Oregon, U.S.A (2011).
• Butte Parks and Trails Foundation Board Member• Kenny Cook Foundation–Board Member• Montana Ambassador Board of Directors
Steve Nicholls, a Senior Engineer at WET, co-leads the geosciences and
environmental engineering business units with over a decade of experience in
environmental consulting. Graduating with a BS in Environmental Engineering
from Montana Tech in 2009, Steve is a Registered Professional Engineer
in Montana and Washington, a licensed Underground Storage Tank (UST)
remover in Montana, and an American Society for Testing and Materials
(ASTM) Qualified Environmental Professional (QEP). His expertise lies in
organizing multidisciplinary teams to address complex contaminant transport
issues, guiding projects from scoping and design to construction and
reporting. With a commitment to open communication, Steve fosters trust
and positive relationships with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders.
His project portfolio ranges from small-scale operations to large industrial
cleanups, each receiving meticulous attention to detail and prioritization.
Steve’s responsibilities include managing EPA Brownfields Assessment
Grant programs, overseeing chlorinated solvent site remediation, leading
underground storage tank investigations, and designing lead-contaminated
soil remediation projects, among others. He brings dedication and expertise
to every project, recognizing the importance of each endeavor in impacting
communities and environments.
Professional & Project Experience
Serves as qualified environmental professional for an EPA Brownfields
Assessment Grant program, administered by a non-profit community
development organization in Southwest Montana. Responsibilities include
providing guidance to landowners/purchasers, client and EPA/DEQ
coordination, developing programmatic quality assurance plans and sampling
and analysis plans, and conducting Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site
Assessments (ESAs).
Serves as project manager and principal engineer for the ongoing investigation
and remediation of a chlorinated solvent site in Montana. Responsibilities
include coordinating with stakeholders including DEQ, responsible party, and
public citizens groups; ongoing design and management of remediation pilot
tests; long-term remediation strategies; and routine reporting.
Serves as project manager for all company underground storage tank
investigation and cleanup sites throughout Montana. Attends regular
stakeholder meetings and technical conferences/trade shows, provide
technical guidance to staff for all active petroleum investigation and cleanup
sites, and train employees on petroleum remediation techniques and business
practices, including processes involving the Montana Petroleum Tank Release
Compensation Fund.
Engineer responsible for design and construction management of several lead-
contaminated soil remediation projects in Montana. Design tasks included
volume estimates, equipment selection, and calculating desirable application
rates for both liquid and granular stabilizing agents. Project management
responsibilities included preparation of cost estimates and management of
project logistics, sub-contractors, and construction QA/QC.
Education
BS Environmental Engineering Montana Tech, 2009
Licensure• Professional Engineer (WA, MT)• UST Remover (MT)
Technical Skills• Environmental Due Diligence
• Contaminant Fate and Transport
• Remedial Design and Construction
• Groundwater Development • Regulatory Planning and
Compliance
Training & Certifications
• ASTM Qualified Environmental• Advanced Groundwater Flow
Modeling• Contaminant Chemistry
• Montana DEQ SWPPP Administrator Professional
• HAZWOPER 40 Hour• HAZWOPER Supervisor Training
• Confined Space Training
Memberships• National Groundwater
Association• Environmental Water Resources
Institute• American Society of Civil
Engineers
ASSOCIATE VICE PRESIDENT/SENIOR ENGINEER
STEVE NICHOLLS, PE
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STEVE NICHOLLS, PE RESUME—CONTINUED
Serves as project engineer and field operations manager for supplemental investigation of a mine waste
State Superfund Facility in Montana. Prepared sample and analysis plan (SAP), quality assurance project
plan (QAPP), and coordinated field personnel and subcontractors for the collection of over 500 soil and
groundwater samples, conducted aquifer tests and leaching assessments, performed data validation/
quality review, and prepared reports summarizing these and other data collected over a period of 15
years. Coordinated with regulatory agency to develop site-specific, cleanup levels for heavy metals
using statistical analyses of investigation and background study results.
Provides licensed UST remover services to several government and industrial/commercial clients
throughout Montana. Services include preparing removal permits, inerting USTs and overseeing their
removal and disposal, and characterizing soil and groundwater underlying the USTs in accordance with
permit requirements.
Operated and maintained a large-scale free product recovery, groundwater treatment, and soil venting
facility in Montana. Operation duties included maintaining desirable water levels, groundwater flow rates,
and air flow rates using a Primary Logic Controller and remote SCADA system; as well as monitoring and
reporting associated with MPDES permit requirements. Maintenance responsibilities included
groundwater level and free product thickness measurements, filter change-out, respirometry testing,
recovery well redevelopment, regulated waste handling and disposal, and general maintenance of plant
components.
Worked as a hazardous materials emergency responder responsible for initial response, site
characterization, and remediation of a 10,000+ gallon underground gasoline release in Miles City,
Montana.
Installed soil borings and oversaw the installation of free product recovery wells, groundwater monitoring
wells, piezometers, and soil gas test wells. Conducted a vapor intrusion investigation that included soil,
groundwater, soil vapor, ambient air, and indoor air sampling and analysis. Coordinated multi-phase
recovery operations and assisted with the installation of five soil vapor extraction systems.
Provided construction management and permit compliance monitoring for a large stream remediation
project in Lewistown, Montana. Responsibilities included construction QA/QC, soil and groundwater
sampling, progress reporting, and communicating project status and goals and with clients, regulators,
and community stakeholders.
As a Registered Professional Geologist, Mr. Noble has 35 years of
experience in water supply and groundwater contaminant investigations.
While possessing a broad-based knowledge concerning water-
quality issues, he specializes in groundwater supply, permitting, and
remediation. Mr. Noble has worked in both the governmental and private
sectors and has developed an understanding of regulatory processes.
Professional & Project Experience
Sr. Hydrogeologist providing groundwater consulting and project
management services for the public and private sec-tors. Specializing in the
design, permitting, and construction oversight of public water supply (PWS)
wells. Skills to in-clude conducting hydrologic studies that include surface
water flow measurements, water-quality monitoring, and evaluating surface
water/groundwater interaction and conjunctive use. Supply and availability
assessments for both public and private water purveyors, including designing
and testing large production wells for municipal/public water supplies,
industrial, and agricultural uses. Conducted and analyzed aquifer pumping
test results to prepare water rights applications for all types of use.
Sr. Hydrogeologist/Principle, responsible for project management and client
liaison on various water resource, groundwater contaminant investigations,
and major facility siting and development projects. Responsible for project
management at the Flathead County Landfill for tasks associated with
groundwater monitoring and testing, landfill gas control, and the corrective
action plan to capture the perchloroethylene contaminant plume. Assisted
cities in north-west Montana such as Kalispell, Polson, and Coram concerning
well citing, aquifer testing, well rehabilitation, ground-water contaminant
remediation, and water-right issues. Worked on many subdivision permit
applications relating to water-quality issues. Overall project manager for a
major subdivision in the Whitefish area. The initial phase of this project had
been heavily involved with securing access easements, working through the
reciprocal access agreement process with DNRC, and laying in road locations
through State School Trust Land.
Hydrogeologist responsible for coordinating the use and management
of the State’s groundwater resources and developing technical solutions
to local and statewide water resource issues. Specific duties included:
1) evaluating groundwater availability for new water right permits, which
often required providing testimony at water right hearings. This position
required a thorough understanding of the water-right application process for
determining the criteria necessary to obtain a water rights permit. Reviewed
all applicable data submitted on behalf of the City of Polson and formulated
an independent opinion regarding the potential effects of the proposed
withdrawal of 1,000 GPM. In so doing, became intimately familiar with the
technical data in support of the application; and 2) principal investigator
for the Flathead Valley Groundwater Study. Technical work conducted in
support of this project included assimilating and reviewing exiting well logs,
drilling and installing eight dedicated observation wells within the deep
artesian aquifer, installing and maintaining nine continuous water-level
recorders, conducting monthly water-level measurements in an additional
30 observation wells, collecting water-quality samples in selected wells,
performing constant rate aquifer tests at discharge rates up to 2,300 GPM,
and presenting the results of the data to local and state water use entities.
Education
BS Geology University of Montana, 1978
MS Geology
Montana College of Mineral Science and Technology, 1984
Licensure
Professional Geologist (Idaho)
Technical Skills
• Project management• Well Design and Construction
Oversight• Aquifer Characterization
• Surface Water and Groundwater Interaction
• Source Water Protection• Water Rights
• Site Investigation
• Water Development
Training & Certifications• OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120:
Hazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response
• OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120: 8-Hour Refresher (Current)
• New Cost-Effective Resolutions to Montana’s Environmental
Issues• Risk Based Corrective Action for
Petroleum Releases Workshop• Environmental Site Assessments
for Commercial Real Estate• Migration and Remediation of
Dissolved Organic Contaminants in Groundwater
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SENIOR HYDROGEOLOGIST
ROGER A. NOBLE, PG
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RICHARD WEST, PE RESUME—CONTINUED
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Member of the Montana Petroleum Tank Release Compensation Board
(PTRCB) appointed to the Board in 2004. Served as Vice-Presiding Officer in
the years 2006 through 2009, and as Presiding Officer in 2010 through 2016.
Project Manager/Principal Investigator for various surface water and
groundwater contaminant investigations, providing technical support and
serving in a liaison capacity for both public and private clients. Projects include
water supply assessments, municipal landfill investigations, and remediation
of petroleum contamination. Performed and directed numerous field programs
and is familiar with many types of subsurface investigations, including
air-rotary, dual-wall, and auger drilling methods, borehole, and surficial
geophysical evaluations, and implementing water-quality sampling programs.
Additional work focused on many hydrogeologic investigations throughout
Idaho involving groundwater contamination related to petroleum and volatile
organic contaminants (BTEX, PCE, and TCE), nitrates, heavy metals, iron, and
manganese constituents. These projects consisted of designing groundwater
monitoring networks, determining aquifer flow characteristics, inorganic and
organic contaminant fate and transport modeling, and performing public
health risk evaluations. Technical reports were prepared and submitted to
fulfill regulatory requirements.
Designed and implemented several soil and groundwater remediation systems
for treating organic chemicals through air-stripping, bioremediation, and soil
vapor extraction. Many of the sites required preparing and submitting Correc-
tive Action Plans to DEQ before conducting remedial activities. Prepared and
submitted wastewater land application permits for many industrial clients. The
application process determined the implications of using the land application
by assessing nutrient and organic loading rates and crop uptake. It was
also necessary to evaluate potential impacts to the groundwater because of
excessive hydraulic loading.
Sr. Hydrogeologist/Department Manager instituted the Environmental
Services Department for Chen-Northern’s Boise Office. The department
was composed of a multi-disciplinary team of professionals, including
hydrogeologists, hydrologists, civil engineers, and geologists. Technical
services included: performing baseline water-quality monitoring, groundwater
contaminant investigations, property assessments, and site reclamation.
Project management duties included submitting proposals, developing work
plans, feasibility analysis, and administering contracts. Project Coordinator
for many major contracts, including: (1) the Idaho UST Trust Fund Program;
(2) Environmental Services for Chevron USA, Inc.; and (3) the State of Idaho
Public Works UST Program. Performed site assessments for petroleum
groundwater contaminant.
Member of the Montana Petroleum Tank Release Compensation Board
(PTRCB) included designing and installing monitoring well networks for
hydrogeologic and geotechnical engineering studies. Department Manager,
responsible for overseeing quality control/quality assurance of laboratory
data. Authored various hydrogeological and geotechnical consulting reports.
Project Manager for various phases of an RCRA investigation at Argonne
National Laboratory-West on the Idaho National Engineering Laboratory.
One assignment involved evaluating toxic metal mobility from sediments in
an industrial waste pond to the underlying Snake River Plain Aquifer. Other
studies aimed to establish baseline metal concentrations within the soil
profile to determine appropriate RCRA cleanup levels. Other management
duties consisted of developing health and safety plans and submitting soil
• Petroleum Hydrocarbons and
Organic Chemicals in Ground-water: Prevention, Detection,
and Restoration• Risk Assessments and Risk
Evaluations• Liability and Loss Prevention
Seminar
Memberships
Montana Petroleum Tank Release Compensation Board (PTRCB)
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RICHARD WEST, PE RESUME—CONTINUED
and water samples following CLP laboratory protocol.
Hydrogeologist and project coordinator for the Montana Bureau of Mines and Geology’s hydrologic
and hydrogeologic investigations in northwest Montana. Assignments included an evaluation of the
groundwater contribution from an unsewered area (Evergreen) to the nutrient budget of Flathead Lake,
assessing the quantitative and qualitative im-pacts of bituminous coal mining in alpine terrain, and
suspended sediment modeling of undisturbed watersheds. Paired watershed analyses were also
conducted to compare a disturbed watershed in the Canadian Rocky Mountains in a pristine watershed
of the Flathead National Forest.
Established a surface water-monitoring network for data acquisition of nutrient and sediment water-
quality parameters. Compiled information and prepared professional reports. Addressed and presented
study results at public meetings. While in Kalispell, was a member of the Chamber of Commerce Natural
Resources Committee.
Hydrogeologist responsible for both local and regional groundwater resource evaluations. Project
assignments included an assessment of the groundwater contribution to the Muddy Creek Drainage and
identifying and classifying the major aquifers within the State of Montana. Assisted in installing a series
of parshall flumes for a water budget analysis, assimilating water-level recorder data, surface water and
groundwater sampling, and aquifer testing. Compiled and interpreted data for report preparation.
Geologist responsible for evaluating the effects that proposed groundwater withdrawals would have
on permitted users. The findings were summarized in technical reports and presented at water-rights
hearings. Prepared the geolo-gy and groundwater sections for the proposed Northern Border Pipeline
of Montana’s Environmental Impact Statement.
Britt Siddoway is a seasoned engineer at WET with over a decade of experience
in environmental and civil engineering projects. Joining the WET team in
May 2010, Britt quickly made an impact, leveraging expertise in Autodesk
software and engineering surveying to contribute to various projects. With
a background in pressurized systems design, storm and sanitary sewers
design, road design, landfill permitting, and landfill design, Britt has served
as project manager and senior engineer on numerous local projects and
environmental permitting initiatives. Britt’s proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D
software and extensive experience in surveying and construction oversight
have been instrumental in ensuring the successful completion of projects,
including the design and permitting of waste holding ponds for concentrated
animal feeding operations and the design of sanitary sewer main extension
projects. Through meticulous attention to detail and technical expertise, Britt
Siddoway continues to play a pivotal role in driving engineering excellence at
WET.
Professional & Project Experience
Senior engineer/program manager for the CAD and survey departments at
WET. General responsibilities include personnel and equipment scheduling,
design and survey data quality control, and maintenance of software licenses
and software allocation.
Senior engineer/project manager responsible for the permitting and designing
of a double-lined coal-combustion residual (CCR) holding pond for a coal-
fired power plant in Wyoming. The project required adherence to both state
and federal requirements, including site location restrictions, design criteria,
operating criteria, and closure/post-closure care criteria. The project required
preparing an engineering report, plans, and specifications for review by the
Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality. The project was completed
on schedule and within budget.
Senior engineer responsible for the design and permitting of multiple waste
holding ponds for a concentrated animal feeding operation (CAFO) in
Washington. The waste holding ponds were required to be designed with a
double-liner geosynthetic system complete with leak collection and detection
systems. The projects generally included: preparation of engineering reports,
project plans, and project specifications. Prior to construction, an opinion of
probable costs was prepared for the client.
Senior engineer responsible for the design and permitting of multiple
sanitary sewer main extension projects. The projects included: preparation
of engineering reports, plans, and specifications for state review. WET was
retained to provide construction staking for the contractor during construction.
Assistant project manager/lead project engineer responsible for the permitting,
design, and managing a coal ash landfill capping project. The project included
applications for four (4) individual construction permits, the scope of work
development, engineering design, construction plans and specifications
development, project team management, construction management, and
client coordination.
Education
MS General EngineeringMontana Tech, 2013
BS Environmental Engineering
Montana Tech, 2009
LicensureProfessional Engineer (MT, WY,
WA, UT)
Technical Skills
• Autodesk Software• AutoCAD
• AutoCAD Civil 3D (including hydrology/hydraulics
extensions)• Autodesk Infraworks
• Over 10 years of experience in engineering surveying using
Leica equipment and software
Training & Certifications
• HAZWOPER 40 Hour• MSHA
Memberships• American Society of Civil
Engineers (ASCE)• National Council for Examiners
for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES)
SENIOR ENGINEER
BRITT SIDDOWAY, PE
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BRITT SIDDOWAY, PE RESUME—CONTINUED
Assistant project manager/lead project engineer responsible for the permitting, design, and managing
a coal ash landfill capping project. The project included; applications for four individual construction
permits, the scope of work development, engineering design, construction plans and specifications
development, project team management, construction management, and client coordination.
Project engineer responsible for the technical oversight of design drawings and the design of retaining
walls for a project requiring a secondary containment structure. Provided material specifications, wall
dimensions, and assisted with detailed construction plans for the project.
Project engineer responsible for the development of a trail feasibility study in Anaconda, Montana. The
trail the feasibility study included the development of a scope of work, GIS-based maps, and a cost
estimate for the project.
Project manager/staff engineer responsible for designing a sanitary main extension and stormwater
design of a proposed professional development in Butte, Montana. Coordinated with the senior
Engineer to submit construction plans to the Montana Department of Environmental Quality for a permit
to construct. Also coordinated with the senior Engineer to develop and submit stormwater management
plans to the
City/County of Butte-Silver Bow.
Staff engineer responsible for technical work associated with a rehabilitation project located in Butte,
Montana. The rehabilitation project concerned an antiquated stormwater conveyance tunnel constructed
in the late 1800’s. Coordinated with senior and principal Engineer to design and develop: site surveys,
construction plans, and material quantities for cost estimation and contractor bidding. This project was
the basis of an in-depth technical analysis of the rehabilitated tunnel for use as a keystone graduate
professional project to obtain a MS degree in general engineering (civil option).
Staff engineer responsible for the design and development of construction plans for a sanitary force main.
Coordinat-ed with the senior Engineer to provide the necessary design calculations and documents for
submittal to the Montana Department of Environmental Quality.
Staff engineer responsible for the design and development of construction plans of an ash landfill
capping project. The project required a new grading plan to improve site drainage and minimize erosion.
Implemented design files to be used in the field by the construction oversight team. Design files allowed
a means of conveying design intent to the contractor for construction.
Dave joined the WET team in February of 2015. He has over 30 years of
experience in the civil/surveying consulting field and is recognized as one of
the lead CAD Designers in our area. He has been responsible for managing
the CAD workload on a variety of technical projects over the years. He is
responsible for the setup of CAD Standards, implementing CAD Software,
Document Management, coordination of contract document deliveries, and
quality control assurance. His experience includes subdivision layout and
design, facility site design, highway design, municipal utilities design, large-
scale stormwater and irrigation design, environmental remediation design,
mine site and remediation design, water resource structural design, wind
farm design, and numerous Record/As-built documents.
Since 2003, Dave has been teaching part-time as an Adjunct Professor at
Montana Tech, University of Montana Butte. Dave started his career in the
land surveying field, beginning with chains, plumb bobs, theodolites, and
board drafting. He has transitioned over the years to using the latest GPS
equipment and advanced Civil 3D CAD software.
Dave is very involved in the community. He volunteers with the Butte-Silver
Bow Youth Leaders program, the Vigilante Saddle Club, and Volunteer
Fireman. As a local historian, Dave is on the Board of Directors for the Butte
Historical Society and is on the Board of Directors for the World Museum of
Mining.
Professional & Project Experience
Designed a replacement trail system and feasibility study with optional trail
designs for the Washoe Park Trail Rehabilitation in Anaconda, Montana.
Performed reconstruction design of existing neighborhood roadway including
water main replacement and ADA Ramp Design for Anaconda Daly Addition
Road Improvement Project in Anaconda, Montana. Built base maps, design
drawings, and final bid documents.
Civil Design/Drafting for the design of parking, access, utilities, and facility
upgrades along with stormwater management for the 115 acres Stodden
Park Site Design and Stormwater Management improvement project.
Performed site layout, ADA compliance, design, grading, stormwater
management and utility upgrades for the Butte School District Elementary
and Middle School Site Improvements in Butte, Montana.
Performed reconstruction design of existing uptown urban collector roadway
including stormwater and ADA Ramp Design for Butte-Silver Bow Mercury
Street Improvements in Butte, Montana. Built base maps, design drawings,
and final bid documents.
Designed a large parking area and business pad site on an undeveloped site
for the Planet Fitness Site Civil project in Great Falls, Montana. The project
featured storm drainage treatment, groundwater interceptor and collection
system, UST removal, landscaping, utilities, MDT approach permits, and
parking layout.
Technical Skills
• CAD• Subdivision layout and design
• Highway design and storm water management
• Municipal Utilities design• Large Scale Irrigation design
• Environmental Remediation• Mine Site and Remediation
design• Water Resource Structural
design
Training & Certifications
• National Highway Institute, FHWA-NHI-142045 Pedestrian
Facility Design• Montana Department of
Transportation, GeoPak and MicroStation Training
• System Dividends Post Processing and RTK Trimble
GPS Training• Autodesk Certified RTI Civil 3D
Fundamentals• CAD Advanced Training (Land
Desktop, Softdesk, AutoCAD, and VersaCAD)
• HAZWOPER 40 Hour
• MSHA
Memberships• Montana Mining
Association—Member• World Museum of
Mining—Board Member
CAD MANAGER
DAVID STRATTON
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DAVID STRATTON RESUME—CONTINUED
Responsible for site layout, site grading, utility, and stormwater design for a commercial building complex
in the TIFID Industrial Park Site Design outside Butte, Montana.
Civil Design/Drafting for the design of 7,000 linear feet of sanitary sewer with 11 structures and lift
station for the Montana Tech Wastewater Gravity Sewer and Lift Station in Butte, Montana.
Responsible for the civil design/drafting for the design of 17 acre–feet stormwater detention pond, pond
inlet piping, and 3300 feet of stormwater collection and discharge piping for the South Great Falls Storm
Drainage Improvements on the Missouri River to 6th Street Pond in Great Falls, Montana.
Responsible for the civil design/drafting for the design of 1.52 ac-feet stormwater detention pond, 4700
feet of 54” and 48” stormwater collection and interceptor main with three outfall pipes to Missouri River
for the South Great Falls Storm Drainage Improvements for Missouri River to 6th Street Pond in Great
Falls, Montana.
Prepared presentation and civil engineering design drawings and documents. Conducted field data
collection for the 2005 Transportation Plan Update in Butte-Silver Bow, Montana.
Performed field survey and topographic map generation. Prepared presentation, civil engineering design
drawings and documents for the Sewer Study project in Butte-Silver Bow, Montana.
Performed field survey and topographic map generation. Prepared presentation, civil engineering design
drawings, and documents for the Water and Sewer Base Maps project for the City of Deer Lodge,
Montana.
Prepared presentation drawings and documents for the Water Line Base Maps project for the City of
Anacona, Montana.
Discovery Business Park—Butte, Montana: Performed field survey and topographic map generation.
Prepared presentation, civil engineering design drawings and documents.
Performed field surveying and topographic map generation for the Montana Department of Transportation
on Dillon North Montana Street and Dillon Northeast. Prepared presentation, right-of-way, road design
and utility plan drawings and documents.
Prepared civil engineering design drawings for over five miles of 12” water main to extend City of
Belgrade water to the new Ryen Glenn subdivision in Belgrade, Montana.
Performed field surveying, subdivision layout and design, topographic map generation and final record
drawings for numerous large-scale subdivisions for developers in various locations near Kennewick,
Richland and Pasco, Washington:
John Trudnowski has been with WET since 2004 and works as a Geological
Engineer. John has experience working with various private, state, and federal
projects. His specific experience includes aquifer testing and characterization,
mine site characterization and remediation, surface water impact studies,
underground storage tank (UST) site characterization and remediation,
water well design and construction, oversight of Resource Conservation and
Recovery Act (RCRA) hazardous waste removal, groundwater and stormwater
system design and permitting, as well as subdivision permitting. John has
worked at various facilities and sites in Montana, Idaho, Wyoming, New York,
and Delaware.
Professional & Project Experience
Project engineer for the Parrot Tailings Removal project at the Butte
Priorities Soil Operable Unit (BSOU) Superfund Site. Responsibilities include
project remedial and civil design, design review, bid document writing, and
construction management.
Project manager for a wet Coal Combustion Residual (CCR) pond closure
project in Wyoming. Responsibilities include closure design, project
management, permit writing, managing design staff, interacting with Wyoming
Department of Environmental Quality (WDEQ) regulatory staff, and budget
management.
Project manager for process and stormwater infrastructure upgrades for
a fertilizer plant in Idaho. Responsibilities include project management,
managing design engineers, construction management, review of design
plans, contractor selection, and budget management.
Project manager for an industrial landfill permit renewal for a power plant
in Wyoming. Responsibilities include project management, permit writing,
managing design engineers, interacting with WDEQ regulatory staff, and
budget management.
Project manager for the installation of Hydro Dynamic Devices (HDD) in Butte-
Silver Bow County (BSB). Responsibilities include construction management,
quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) management, and coordinating
several entities to ensure the HDDs are installed as designed for BSB.
Project manager for the design and construction of a park and children’s
fishing pond in Butte, Montana. Responsibilities include grant writing, design
for site reclamation, stream restoration, pond construction, landscaping, park
amenities, and construction oversight.
Project engineer for the design and rehabilitation of two storm water tunnels
in Butte, Montana. Responsibilities include stormwater infrastructure design,
tunnel lining technology evaluation, bid specification development, contract
administration, and construction oversight.
Project engineer responsible for restoration activities to remove and remediate
110,000 cubic yards of petroleum contaminated soil in Sunburst, Montana.
Responsibilities include site investigation, excavation and dewatering system
design, permit writing, bid and specification writing, contractor oversight for
excavation and landfarm activities, and water treatment system design.
Education
BS Geological Engineering Montana Tech, 1998
Licensure
Professional Engineer (MT, ID, UT,
WY, and WA)
Technical Skills• Aquifer testing &
characterization• Mine site characterization and
remediation• Surface water impact studies
• UST site characterization and remediation
• Water well design/construction• Oversight of RCRA hazardous
waste removal• Groundwater and stormwater
system design and permitting • Subdivision permitting
• Construction and Mine
Dewatering Design
Training & Certifications
• HAZWOPER 40 Hour• MSHA
• MSHA Impoundment Inspection
Memberships• National Groundwater
Association• Association of Environmental &
Engineering Geologists• American Society of Civil
Engineer
SENIOR GEOLOGICAL ENGINEER
JOHN TRUDNOWSKI, PE
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JOHN TRUDNOWSKI, PE RESUME—CONTINUED
Project engineer for several groundwater control, monitoring, and remediation projects for coal-fired power
generation plants. Responsibilities include geologic characterization, groundwater characterization,
dewatering system design, injection well design, groundwater containment system design, groundwater
monitoring, data evaluation, and reporting.
Project manager for several leaking underground storage tanks (LUSTs) and petroleum contaminated
sites. Responsibilities include soil and geologic characterization, contamination removal and disposal,
groundwater monitoring, data evaluation, and reporting.
Project manager for several mine site remediation projects. Responsibilities include mine site
characterization, remediation technology evaluation, remediation system design, maintenance, and
operation, groundwater monitoring, data evaluation, and reporting. Mine site remediation was conducted
under the EPA’s Mine Waster Technology Program (MWTP) and private contracts. Responsibilities under
the MWTP included conformance to EPA’s quality assurance policies and procedures.
Project manager and lead engineer for the design and installation of a dewatering well for the Butte
School District in Montana. The dewatering well resolved seasonal basement flooding issues for the
Hillcrest Elementary School. Responsibilities included site characterization, groundwater monitoring,
dewatering design, construction management, and project management.
Lead engineer for the design and development of an irrigation system augmenting surface water
flow in German Gulch and Silver Bow Creek near Butte, Montana. The project was a collaboration
between Montana Trout Unlimited, the Butori Ranch, US Forrest Service, and the Montana Natural
Resource Damage Program (NRDP). The project included hydrogeologic characterization, surface water
characterization, well design, and development of an irrigation well system intended to replace surface
water used for irrigation, and permit writing.
Project manager and lead engineer for a dewatering system for an underground gold mine developed by
Coronado Resources near Silver Star, Montana. Responsibilities included hydrogeologic characterization,
well design, construction management, and permit writing.
Project manager and lead engineer to remediate a petroleum contaminated soil (PCS) cell in an industrial
landfill in Wyoming. The permitted PCS cell was not meeting treatment criteria as expected so an
augmentation plan was developed to catalyze the hydrocarbon degradation to meet permit standards.
Responsibilities included site characterization, augmentation development, and remedial design.
Josh is a cofounder of WET and is currently the company president and principal
environmental engineer. Throughout his career, Josh has been dedicated to
the environmental consulting industry, offering innovative solutions for both
environmental and civil applications. His project management experience
encompasses municipal and industrial engineering, site investigation and
remediation, hydrogeologic investigations, infrastructure asset management
and analysis, civil design and site development, environmental permitting/
assessment, construction management and oversight, hazardous waste
management, and many other related projects. Josh provides solutions
to clients, both large and small, in the industrial, mining, manufacturing,
municipal, energy, agriculture, and real estate markets.
Josh’s strength as a project manager lies in his ability to apply his broad
experience and industry knowledge to each unique situation to develop
innovative solutions that save WET’s clients time and money. He is a positive
leader that seeks to build consensus among project stakeholders and
develop longstanding relationships that produce successful results. Josh has
managed projects ranging in size from a few thousand dollars up to twenty
million, carefully assembling a team of WET professionals to meet each
project’s challenges. He understands each project from scoping through
construction and stresses open communication with clients to convey project
status, schedule, and budget.
Professional & Project Experience
Program manager for WET’s engineering team and project manager for
permitting numerous large-scale design and construction projects. Work
has included turn-key planning and design, project bidding, construction
management, and project administration services. Project types include
municipal infrastructure planning and design, industrial site engineering,
private development, and remedial action design. Directs the development
of company engineering, surveying, and drafting protocols and standards
for use on WET projects. Throughout his career, Josh has served as project
manager and project engineer on hundreds of small and large design projects.
Program manager for WET’s permitting team and project manager on
permitting of numerous large-scale construction projects. Work has included
evaluating project impacts, determining permits required, collecting field
information/survey data, preparing and submitting permit applications,
and project coordination between clients and regulators through approval
processes. Work also included compliance oversight and field assessment to
meet permit conditions and management of contractor activities.
Project manager and project engineer to complete Municipal Storm Water
Improvements Plans for multiple Montana cities. Work included a detailed
assessment of stormwater infrastructure, evaluation of functionality and
condition, water quality impacts from environmental contamination, and
a detailed report that identified and prioritized the City’s projects. Josh
provides ongoing assistance to the City with project implementation and the
development of new stormwater programs.
Education
BS Environmental EngineeringMontana Tech, 1997
Licensure
Professional Engineer (MT, WY)
Technical Skills
• Project Management• Facility Master Planning
• Construction Management• Stormwater
• Water Quality• Permitting
Training & Certifications• HAZWOPER 40 Hour
• Confined Space Entry• SWPPP Administrator Montana
Memberships• American Society Of Civil
Engineers–Member• American Council Of
Engineering Companies (ACEC)• American Water Resource
Association (AWRA)• Association Of Montana
Floodplain Managers (AMFM)• Association Of Ground
Water Scientists & Engineers (AGWSE)
• National Ground Water Association
• Leadership Montana
PRINCIPAL ENGINEER
JOSHUA VINCENT, PE
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Project manager and project engineer to develop a Sanitary Sewer Collection System Master Plan for
a Montana city. The project included field assessment of existing infrastructure, hydraulic modeling to
determine capacity, growth scenario development, and capital improvement plan development. The
report included a detailed list of recommended sanitary sewer improvements over a 20-year period.
It also included a financial assessment of current resources and future requirements necessary to
implement the capital improvements plan.
Project manager and project engineer for a large-scale mine tailings removal and infrastructure
replacement project. The facility was a former smelter site containing slag, tailings, and other mine
waste materials impacting both surface water and groundwater. The facility is located in an urban area
within a large-scale Superfund district, creating unique project challenges. Project tasks include project
management, planning, scope development, surveying, engineering, evaluation of impacts to surrounding
properties, determination of impacts to Superfund remedy elements, bid package preparation. Project
Manager and Project Engineer providing engineering services on multiple stormwater and sanitary sewer
infrastructure projects. Project tasks include planning, scope development, surveying, engineering,
report development, bid package preparation and oversight, construction administration, and as-built
preparation.
Project manager responsible for writing an MPDES Phase II Storm Water permit and developing various
MS4 programs for multiple Montana cities. Work was later expanded into full-scale compliance audits
of all Montana MS4 permittees. Permit details included a detailed review of permittee programs,
implementation, and compliance with regulations. Also provided technical assistance to permittees on
how to improve programs and achieve water quality improvements.
Project manager and engineer for a stream restoration project in the Clark Fork River Basin. Provided
overall project administration activities, budgeting, stakeholder meetings, project negotiations, grant
preparation, presentations, and associated activities. Also provided technical expertise, subcontractor
management, and oversight of reclamation plans that included stream restoration, mine tailings
reclamation, riparian and upland revegetation, public trail access, instream flow leasing, alternative
water use, land purchases, and cultural resource protection.
Project manager and engineer for the completion of multiple Preliminary Engineering Report (PER)
projects for various infrastructure improvement, irrigation, and watershed improvement projects. Work
generally consisted of field survey and design work, development of multiple engineering alternatives
and cost estimates, evaluation and selection of a preferred alternative, and preparation of a PER report
meeting state and federal funding requirements. Projects typically required coordination with multiple
stakeholder groups and a variety of funding sources.
Project manager and project engineer for a surface water nutrient study along an impacted watershed
within a Federal Superfund site. The project included comprehensive background research, monthly
surface water sampling, data interpretation and analysis, and preparing a final report. Project goals were
to identify point and non-point nutrient loading sources within the watershed and help the government
meet target nutrient levels in the Upper Clark Fork River Basin.
Project manager and engineer for evaluating road sediment impacts to streams supporting TMDL
development for multiple Montana watersheds. Projects included evaluating unpaved road crossings
and parallel road segments, field assessment of selected crossings, sediment modeling to determine
delivery impacts, and development of sediment allocations and BMP scenarios for restoration.
Project manager and engineer for various watershed assessment projects supporting Total Maximum
Daily Load (TMDL) assessment for Montana impaired waterbodies. Coordinated efforts to monitor
and assess metals, nutrients, sediment, and temperature impacts to streams. Work included detailed
assessment/evaluation of river geomorphology and quantification of sediment impacts and sources.
Project manager and project engineer to complete numerous environmental permits for various clients,
including construction/industrial stormwater, industrial discharge, 404, 310/124, 318, floodplain, and
other local, state, and federal permits as required.
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Project manager and project engineer responsible for completing a groundwater/surface water interaction
study along a portion of a popular Montana River. The project involved defining the groundwater surface
and water interaction among irrigation systems, important spawning tributaries, well usage, river
hydrology, and recommendations to improve water conservation and efficiency.
Project manager and project engineer responsible for the permitting of multiple Industrial Solid Waste
Landfills in Wyoming and Utah. Permits included an engineering evaluation of landfill processes, available
landfill space, groundwater monitoring, site reclamation, and remaining site life.
Project manager and project engineer responsible for site characterization, investigation, and remediation
of many UST and hazardous waste sites. Contaminants of concern included gasoline, diesel, waste oil,
pesticides, heavy metals, and various organic solvents. Contaminated media included soil, groundwater,
and surface water in industrial, commercial, and residential areas. Remediation methods included vapor
extraction, air stripping, pump and treat, over-excavation, NAPL recovery, and bioremediation.
Project manager for several ASTM Phase I Environmental Site Assessments and EA’s throughout
Montana. Compiled historical information and on-site observations into factual reports to meet regulatory
standards on assessing each site’s environmental liabilities.
Project manager and project engineer for remediation of hydrocarbon contaminated soil in a national
park. Provided turnkey design, installation, and monitoring of an in-situ bioremediation system. Complex
geologic conditions and remote locations presented difficult design conditions.
Project manager and project engineer for investigation and analysis of a crude oil pipeline release.
Project tasks included assessing damage to soil, groundwater, and a local stream, all of which occurred
on a state game refuge. Responsibilities also included designing a clean up and restoration plan for the
site and a detailed remedial cost estimate.
Project engineer responsible for estimating the volume of mine tailings along a three mile stretch of a
stream below a former mine and mill site in Montana. Volume estimates were developed by using aerial
photography, computer mapping, and field verification technologies.
Awards
Montana Tech Alumni Recognition Award, Environmental Engineering
Rich is the WET Great Falls branch manager and a Senior Civil Engineer with
over thirty years of experience in consulting engineering. He specializes in
project management, transportation engineering, drainage, site development,
and municipal engineering. Rich provides services to various clients, including
local, state, tribal, and federal entities, along with industrial clients and private
developers.
Professional & Project Experience
10 Mile Water System PER—City of Helena, Montana. Manager for the
project to complete a Preliminary Engineering Report on the entire 10 Mile
raw water collection system, which serves the City of Helena. Project tasks
included historical research, complete system inventory and documentation,
operational analysis, and preparation of a complete summary report.
Planet Fitness Site Civil—Great Falls, Montana. Project manager and
designer for a project to provide a large parking area and business pad site
on an undeveloped site. The project featured storm drainage treatment,
groundwater interceptor and collection system, UST removal, landscaping,
utilities, MDT approach permits, and parking layout. Construction inspection
and materials testing was also required.
Infrastructure Evaluation—Rocky Boy Reservation. Manager for a project to
complete a study of available infrastructure to site new businesses within a
development corridor located within the Rocky Boy Reservation. The analysis
included transportation/street issues, water supply, sanitary sewer disposal,
utilities, and cultural/environmental issues.
Lower Dry Fork Sanitary Lagoon—PER. Manager for a project to complete
a Preliminary Engineering Report for the complete reconstruction of a large
sanitary lagoon located on the Rocky Boy reservation. The report scored very
high, and the project received all required funding from the Indian Health
Service.
Rocky Agency Lagoon—Replacement Lagoon, Lift Stations and Force Main.
Manager for a project to prepare a new two-cell facultative lagoon design
and a 3-mile force main with a series of lift stations. Wrote the initial FEMA
grant application for the project and oversaw all design and construction of
the project.
Department of Environmental Quality—Clogged Streams, Sand Coulee,
Montana. Project engineer for a project for DEQ-AML involving removing AMD
sludge and siltation from numerous culverts, bridges, and roadside ditches
in the Stockett, Sand Coulee, and Tracy areas. The project also included
installing a replacement cattle pass and replacing a damaged riprap ditch and
other items associated with mining activity in the area. Project duties included
all design, construction oversight, administration, and closeout reports.
Divide North—Fergus County Investigation. Project manager to provide
abandoned coal mine subsidence repair and surface restoration for the
Divide North Remediation project. Rich was the project engineer and
Manager responsible for overseeing the bidding process, supervision of
the construction administration, and the final project closeout report and
documentation.
Education
BS Civil Engineering Montana State University, 1983
Licensure• Professional Engineer (MT)• Licensed Monitoring Well
Constructor • Licensed UST Remover
Technical Skills• Project Management
• Civil Design • Construction Oversight and
Administration• Transportaion/Roadway Design
• Municipal Design• Site Development
• Bid Document and Contract
Administration
Training & Certifications• ADA Design Training
• Design and Sizing of Hydrodynamic Separators
• Design of External Stormwater diversion structures
• Designing CMP Stormwater Detention Systems
• Design of Media–based Stormwater Filtration Systems
• Designing Dam Embankments with Articulating Block Systems
• Design of Geosynthetic Reinforced Flexible Pavements
• Geopak R/W Design• R/W Appraisal & Acquisition
• R/W Plans & Deed Preparation
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RICHARD WEST, PE
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Fort Belknap Transit Facility—Harlem, Montana. Project manager for a
project to provide the design of a new transportation building located on
the Fort Belknap Indian Reservation. The architectural portion of the project
was completed by a subcontractor, LPW Architects of Great Falls. The new
building featured 13,000 square feet of bays, office space, and con-ference
rooms. Rich was the Project manager and designer for the transit facility
project.
MAFB Analysis of New Foundations—WSA, Great Falls, Montana. The
project included inspection of numerous reinforced concrete foundations,
floor systems, and other structural elements under construction as part
of a significant addition to the nuclear weapons storage area located on
Malmstrom AFB (MAFB). The engineering staff at MAFB had concerns over
the quality and suitability of the constructed concrete elements and then
retained DOWL to complete an inspection of the concrete items and prepare
a structural and material analysis and report. Concerns included surface
finish, possible cold weather damage, fit, and finish. Rich was the Project
manager and participated in the field inventory, reconnaissance, and civil
analysis. Rich also performed the quality control and oversight, report review,
and administration.
MAFB AT/FP Building 1082—NZAS 08-1016, Great Falls, Montana. The
project featured a design of a variety of anti-terrorism and force protection
improvements to a commercial building located on a military facility. The
project features included vehicle barriers, bollards, parking lot design, lighting,
window and door upgrades, irrigation and landscaping, and pedestrian
access features. Rich was the Project manager and designer for the project.
MAFB Fire Protection/Anti-Terrorism (FP/AT) Building 1191—NZAS 03-
1015H, Great Falls, Montana. The project featured a design of a variety of
anti-terrorism and force protection improvements to a commercial building
located on a military fa-cility. The project features included vehicle barriers,
bollards, parking lot design, storm drainage design, lighting, window and
door upgrades, irrigation and landscaping, and pedestrian access features.
Worked as the Project manager and design-er for the project.
MAFB Repair Pavement on Missile Drive—Malmstrom AFB, Montana. The
project featured the roadway and drainage de-sign of a paved access road
located on Malmstrom Air Force Base. The design included a geotechnical
investigation, paving design, and multiple sections and roadway widths to
accomplish the project goals. Design challenges included pavement design
and alignment criteria required to accommodate unique and unusual military
vehicles, including missile transport vehicles and Humvees. Coordination
between multiple military user groups was needed as the project roadway
serviced and impacted numerous operations. The project design included
security operations, nuclear weapon transport teams, mili-tary working dog
facilities, weapons firing ranges, Red Horse training and storage operations,
and a horse stable. Rich was the Project manager and primary designer for
the project.
Malmstrom Air Force Base (CATM) Machine Gun Range—NZAS 09-1005,
Great Falls, Montana. The project included prepar-ing complete plans,
specifications, and estimates for improvements to an existing military
machine gun shooting range. The improvements included a new bullet trap
and a metal roof baffle system. This work’s objective was to reduce the
safe dis-charge zone (SDZ) to zero, whereas no spent rounds will leave the
confines of the range. Alternatives included in the project analysis included
• Spill Prevention, Control, and
Counter Measures Training—8 Hour Training—MSU-LTAP
• OSHA Hazardous Waste Safety Training-24 hr.
• Troxler Certification for Nuclear
Testing Equipment
MembershipsSociety of American Military
Engineers
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spread footings versus drilled piers to support the structural steel baffle system. The overhead baffle
sys-tem incorporated hardened plate elements to deflect rounds down range to the backstop without
sustaining any damage. Was the overall Project manager for the project and supervised and coordinated
all architectural, electrical, and civil team members.
Malmstrom Air Force Base (CATM) Pistol Range—NZAS 09-1007, Great Falls, Montana. The project
included the design of an existing small firearms shooting range. The main objective was to maintain
100% containment of spent rounds dis-charged downrange from the firing line. The Type A Investigative
Services phase involved the conceptual design and alter-natives analysis for the roof baffles, walls, and
bullet traps. Each component was to conform to the Department of De-fense Engineering Technical
Letter (ETL) for small arms firing ranges. The final design and layout completed for the Type B-Design
phase consisted of a range measuring 94’ wide by 128’ long. Walls were designed with 12’ high of
prefabricated concrete retaining walls. The roof baffles design consisted of long-span steel girders
supporting AR500 steel plate designed to deflect ricochets downrange into a refurbished bullet trap.
Rich was the Project manager and civil designer for the over-all project.
Malmstrom Air Force Base (CATM) Pistol Range Floor, Great Falls, Montana. The Project involved
structural and geotech-nical engineering in constructing a new floor in the existing twenty-five (25)
meter range. Due to poor soil conditions, the floor slab was required to be designed as a structural
slab on drilled piers to minimize any settlement that would produce a ricochet hazard. Worked as the
project manager responsible for the total extent of the range improvements included overhead baffles,
side baffles, range floors, night lighting, bullet traps, storm drainage retention, and a new weapons vault
building.
Malmstrom Air Force Base (CATM) Weapons Vault—NZAS 09-1003, Great Falls, Montana. The project
included the design of a stand-alone building designed to house military weapons and ammunition.
The project team included support from an architectural sub-consultant and in-house survey, structural,
geotechnical, and civil staff. The building was designed to meet all DOD requirements for a weapons
storage vault. The Type A-Investigative Services included completing a schematic design and planning
estimate to construct the new 1,000 square foot storage vault. Alternative structural systems included
concrete masonry unit (CMU) construction, cast-in-place concrete, and pre-cast concrete. The Type
B-Design Services in-cluded the final design of the CMU alternative. Rich was the Project manager and
civil designer for the overall project.
Malmstrom Air Force Base—Whitmore Ravine Phase 2, Great Falls, Montana. The Project included
stormwater modeling of a large portion of the base, expansion of existing detention ponds, diversion of
existing storm sewer lines to the expanded ponds, relocation of existing utilities, and configuring outlet
structures. Project manager and quality control reviewer for the project.
Malmstrom Air Force Base AT/FP Bldg 2040, Clinic—Great Falls, Montana. Project manager and design
engineer to update the Force protection features at the Base Health Clinic to current AT/FP standards.
The project featured the design of nu-merous AT/FP features, the design of a new parking lot, lighting
features, and landscaping.
Malmstrom Air Force Base CATM Rifle Range Floor—Great Falls, Montana. The project included
preparing complete plans, specifications, and planning estimates for the construction of a new floor
in the expanded 100-meter rifle range. Project manager to replace and update three firing ranges at
the MAFB CATM facility. The range improvements included overhead baffles, side baffles, range floors,
night lighting, bullet traps, storm drainage retention, and a new weapons vault building.
Malmstrom Air Force Base Combat Arms Training and Maintenance Facility Water Main Replacement—
Great Falls, Montana. The project featured investigative services and preparation of a summary report
and presentation of findings for replacement and extension looping of an 8 inch main for the Combat
Arms Training and Maintenance Facility. Also provided design services for the selected alternative.
Design services included preparing construction drawings, general requirements, technical specifications,
and measurement and payment sections. The Project manager in charge of hydraulic analysis and
design of 5,710 feet of water distribution main replacement and extension.
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Malmstrom Air Force Base Construct Garage, A-1 Project No NZAS 96-2002A—Great Falls, Montana.
Project manager and Design Engineer for a remote missile site project that included designing a new
maintenance garage, site grading, storm drainage, and slab featuring an in-floor heating system.
Malmstrom Air Force Base Corrosion & AGE Facility Building 368—Great Falls, Montana. The project
included investigating a recently constructed building located on MAFB experiencing significant floor
slab movement, cracking, and associated damage. The investigation included a geotechnical boring
investigation, soils testing, and structural evaluation. We also provided Type B services for the project,
which included plans and specifications to repair the building and installation of preventive measures.
The repair featured interior floor slab and finish removal, installing a structural floor supported by a helical
pier system, and improvements to the exterior drainage/grading. Project manager and Civil Engineer for
this project designed to investigate the cause of significant structural distress in an existing building and
complete the design for repairs and permanent remedial corrections. The final design included removing
building slabs and replacement with a structural floor supported on a helical pier system along with
exterior grading, xeriscape landscaping, and replacement of the building interior walls/floors/fixtures.
Malmstrom Air Force Base Groundwater Monitoring Study—Great Falls, Montana. Project manager for
a project to study the intrusion of Groundwater into the capsule structures at various LF and MAF sites
across the missile field in Montana. The study included field observations, a review of historical data, and
as-builts for the structures. The report included a summary of all data and provided recommendations
for additional monitoring and dewatering wells and other corrective items installed at each of the sites.
Malmstrom Air Force Base Load Ratings-NZAS 09-1099—Great Falls, Montana. The project included an
engineering analysis to provide maximum load capacity ratings for five (5) mezzanine structures located
in five separate commercial buildings situated on Malmstrom AFB. The analysis included a review of
as-built drawings, a field review of the facilities to verify structural element size and spacing, and a
footing suitability analysis. The structural analysis generated a pounds/SF maximum load rating for each
mezzanine. Project manager and participated in the field inventory, reconnaissance, and civil analysis
and performed quality control and oversight, report review, and administration.
Malmstrom Air Force Base Parking Lots for Buildings 735 & 762-NZAS 06-1033—Great Falls, Montana.
This project included the design of replacement and expansion parking areas for various buildings located
on Malmstrom AFB. The project design included paving design, storm drainage, drainage detention
ponds, ADA design, landscaping, lighting, and bollards. The project challenges included deplorable
soil conditions and requirements to retain/detain all stormwater generated on the hard surfaces. Project
manager for the overall project.
Malmstrom Air Force Base Repair (CATM) Rifle Range-NZAS 09-1006—Great Falls, Montana. The
project included the construction of a new overhead baffle system, sidewall baffles, and bullet traps.
This work aims to reduce the safe discharge zone (SDZ) to zero in an expanded 100-meter range.
Alternatives included concrete masonry unit sidewalls versus cast-in-place or pre-cast concrete. For
the bullet trap, open-throated, hardened steel traps versus lightweight, fiber reinforced concrete blocks
were evaluated for initial cost and maintenance. The expanded range will have vehicle access and baffles
to accommodate tactical firing (shoot and advance) from the existing firing line to points downrange.
Completed schematic design and planning estimate under the Type A-Investigative Services Phase
with final design completed under Type B-Design Phase services. The Project manager for a series of
projects to replace and update three firing ranges at the MAFB CATM facility. The range improvements
included overhead baffles, side baffles, range floors, night lighting, bullet traps, storm drainage retention,
and a new weapons vault building.
Malmstrom Air Force Base Repair A-06 Bridge-NZAS 11-2007—Great Falls, Montana. The project
included plans and specs to repair an existing bridge over Belt Creek in Cascade County, which provides
access to a MAFB missile site. The bridge supports had been damaged and undercut by recent flood
activity. The project included concrete repairs, steel plate installation to provide pier protection, deck
repairs, and scour protection of a stream’s piers and adjacent banks. Project manager responsible for
coordinating all surveys, conducting meetings, participating in all field reviews, contract administration,
and conducting an examination, oversight, and quality control of all reports, plans, and specifications.
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Rich Completed the design of all civil engineering design elements.
Malmstrom Air Force Base Repair Foundation Bldg 1440-NZAS 09-1042— Great Falls, Montana. The
project involved structural and geotechnical engineering at a newly constructed building to repair
the foundation exhibiting distress from heaving foundation soils. This job was a MAFB IDIQ contract,
including Type A-Investigative Services and Type B-Design. We completed a field review of existing
conditions and included a formal written report outlining repair alternatives, opinions of cost, and plans
and specifications for repairs. Project manager responsible for investigating structural distress of a
larger aircraft hangar located on Malmstrom AFB. The project also included preparing final plans and
specifications for the permanent foundation corrections and repairs to the building.
Malmstrom Air Force Base Repair Water Storage Tank Overflows—Great Falls, Montana. The project
was to revise the existing overflow piping on an existing tank (potable water). Project manager for
reconstruction design and rerouting the overflow piping systems serving two ground-level concrete and
one elevated steel water storage tank.
Malmstrom Air Force Base Replace Parking Lot for BLDG 510 & 500—Great Falls, Montana. The project
included both Type A & B services, including the following: Investigative services required to conduct a
complete detailed study and survey of the parking lots for Buildings 510 & 500 to design the replacement
of surfacing and incorporate standards of Military Hand-book 1190 Facility Planning and Design Guide,
Unified Facilities Criteria 3-600-01, Air Force Space Command Guidelines and Malmstrom’s Facilities
Excellence Guidelines for parking lots, drainage, landscaping, sidewalk, and curb and gutter, and exterior
lighting design. Project manager responsible for the design of a new 56,000 square foot parking area,
demolition, and reconstruction of an existing parking lot.
Malmstrom Air Force Base, Construct Access Road WSA Fence—Great Falls, Montana. The project
featured the design of a newly paved road around the perimeter of the nuclear weapons storage area
located on Malmstrom Air Force Base. The existing gravel road/path was impassable during extreme
weather and was a security issue for the security forces patrolling the facility. This project also included
the design of a parking lot and drainage culverts. Project challenges included working in an extremely
security-sensitive environment and inferior surface drainage and flat grades around the entire facility.
Intensive coordination with the security forces and facility maintenance staff was required to ensure
that the road corrected all existing deficiencies and met the extremely rigid standards of the security
mission, which patrolled the nuclear weapon facility while allowing maintenance of the extensive security
systems and compound lighting. The military vehicles utilizing the roadway had a unique load and
turning radius characteristics which had to be researched and incorporated into the project design.
Project manager and Engineer responsible for replacing the entire perimeter roadway around the nuclear
weapons storage. The project involved replacing a muddy, gravel roadway with a modern two-lane
asphalt roadway. The project featured roadway design, storm drainage piping, guardrail, parking lot
design, and storm drainage retention design. This project received an ACEC award for Engineering
Excellence in 2014.n
Malmstrom Air Force Base, Repair Erosion and Drainage—Great Falls, Montana. The project included
both Type A & B services, including on-site surveys, photographic surveys, review of existing data,
analysis, and recommendations/design of drainage repairs at 15 each remote missile alert facilities. Rich
was the overall project manager and quality control reviewer for the project.
Malmstrom Air Force Base, Water/Gas Leak Detection—Great Falls, Montana. Project manager for
a project to test every water main and gas main on MAFB for leaks. The project also included the
underwater inspection of two elevated water storage tanks for condition and evaluation.
Mission-Taylor Road Redesign—Box Elder, Montana. Project manager and project engineer to
design the total reconstruction of 3.2 miles of 2-lane highway located on the Rocky Boy reservation.
Responsibilities included all roadway design, hydraulic design, right-of-way, permits, environmental
documents, utility negotiations, and cost estimating. The project featured major realignment, significant
cultural and wetland involvement, and coordination with the BIA & MDT. The Roadway was designed to
all current AASHTO/MDT design standards. DOWL also provided all construction surveys, inspection,
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and oversight of the project. The project was constructed entirely with Native crews and equipment.
Nelson #1 Mine Drain Repair—Sand Coulee, Montana. This project was designed for the Montana
Department of Environmental Quality-AML Division. The project featured drainage improvements and
waste material removal from the historic Nelson Mine and Cottonwood Coal Mines in the Sand Coulee
Coalfield. The project included a unique riprap acid mine drainage ditch and restoration of impacted
areas. Project manager in charge of the project design, project coordination, and supervision of the
project construction administration and was the author of all project reports and construction contract
administration.
Northern Winz Casino Lagoon, HWY 89 Turn Lane Entrance—Box Elder, Montana. Project manager and
Design Engineer for design and permitting of turn lanes from Highway 89 into the newly constructed
Northern-Winz Casino. The design included complete highway design, lighting, signage, and hydraulic
structures. The project included the preparation of a complete “System Impacts” Analysis for the MDT
approach permit.
Rocky Boy Agency Hill Slide Repair—Rocky Boy, Montana. This project was a FEMA flood mitigation
project designed to correct a landslide that threatened the main arterial roadway into the Rocky Boy
Agency. Provided Project Management and quality control review of the design plans and final repair
plans. Also provided coordination with the Tribe and FEMA and was the author of the original grant
application. The project design featured a system of concrete ground anchors designed to stabilize
several large landslide activity areas without disrupting the vital road traffic. This project has not entered
the construction phase.
Rocky Boy Casino Back Road—Rocky Boy, Montana. Project manager and project engineer to design
the total reconstruction of 2.6 miles of a 2-lane highway designed to provide direct access to the Northern
Winz Casino. Responsibilities included all roadway design, hydraulic design, right-of-way, permits,
utility negotiations, and cost estimating. The project featured the conversion of a gravel roadway into
a modern two-lane paved facility. The project featured a box culvert crossing of a drainage with an
extensive basin.
Rocky Boy Clinic Slide Evaluation/Repair—Rocky Boy, Montana. The project consisted of inspection
and assessment of facilities experiencing severe distress after a severe flood event. Rich was the project
engineer for the project on the Rocky Boy Indian Reservation.
Rocky Boy FEMA Mitigation Project, Agency Lagoon—Rocky Boy Agency, Montana. The project featured
geotechnical investigation and design to repair an unstable slope downhill from the Agency Sewer
Lagoons. The project consisted of geotechnical drilling investigations, laboratory testing, instrumentation
installation including slope inclinometers and piezometers, monitoring, stability analysis, and mitigation
design. Project manager for the project and was the author of the FEMA Mitigation grant application,
which provided 75% of the funding.
Rocky Boy High School, Civil Site Plan—Box Elder, Montana. Project engineer for the civil site plan of
an addition to the High School at Rocky Boy. The project design included all civil features, water, sewer,
storm drainage, parking, landscaping, grading, and utility relocation.
Rocky Boy Monteau Road Bridge Replacement—Box Elder, Montana. As a result of heavy flooding, the
Steel arch bridge conveying Boxelder Creek beneath Monteau Road failed. Was the Project manager and
Transportation Engineer for the project while DOWL provided all surveys, design, construction oversight,
and ordering materials. The project included the FHWA-ERFO reporting and damage report, permitting,
final plans and specifications, and construction oversight. The project featured hydraulic and roadway
design, guardrail, concrete box culvert, streambank protection, and various erosion control features.
Rocky Boy Upper Box Elder Road (Rte #6)—Box Elder, Montana. The project included the design for a
total reconstruction of 1.9 miles of a two-lane highway within the Rocky Boys Reservation. The project
featured major vertical realignment, significant geotechnical analysis, and coordination with the BIA
& MDT. Rich was the project manager and project engineer for the project. Responsibilities included
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all roadway design, hydraulic design, right-of-way, permits, utility negotiations, cost estimating, and
construction oversight and coordination.
Schultz Mine Drain Line Replacement—Sheridan, Montana. DOWL repaired and replaced an acid mine
drainage collection pipe. Was the Project manager responsible for the project design, bidding process,
supervision of construction inspection, and project management.
Settlers Stripping Fire Reclamation—Great Falls, Montana. Responsible for designing a DEQ-AML
reclamation project to extinguish an actively burning coal seam fire in remote eastern Montana,
including surface restoration. Rich was the Project manager responsible for project design, bidding
phase services, supervision of construction inspection, all project reports, and project management.
The project featured a geotechnical investigation, coal seam mapping, seam exposure and excavation,
development of a burial area, and extensive site grading and reclamation.
Rocky Boy Agency Lagoon Relocation—Rocky Boy, Montana. This project was a FEMA Mitigation
funded project which featured the design of three sanitary lift stations, 3 miles of force main, and the
design of two Facultative lagoon cells. We completed all surveys, geotechnical investigation, permitting,
easement preparation, analysis, and design. Rich was the Project manager and completed a quality
review and design of the lagoon cells. Rich was also the author of the original FEMA grant application,
which provided funding for the $3.3 million dollar project.
Tyndall Addition Master Plan—Montana. The project included the master plan for a large residential
subdivision, including all platting, annexation, storm drainage modeling, and coordination with the City
Planning and Engineering staff. The project will be constructed in phases, with the first 160 lot phase
complete. Project manager, quality control reviewer, and design engineer for the roadway portion of the
project.
MAFB Repair 4th Ave North Drainage—MAFB, Montana. This project featured the correction of a
drainage problem at an existing MAFB facility and included a storm drainage design, a new parking lot,
and revisions to the site grading. Rich was the project manager and design engineer for this project.
Choteau CTEP Sidewalk Replacement—Choteau, Montana. This project included replacing four blocks
of sidewalk and ADA ramps within the Town of Choteau, including tree removal and connections to
numerous homes and businesses. We completed all project surveys, design, contract preparation, and
construction oversight and inspection. Was the Project manager and designer for this project.
South Great Falls Storm Drainage Improvements—Great Falls, Montana. The project included a storm
drainage master plan of a large area on the Southside of Great Falls, including detailed modeling of
three basins. The Design phase included three separate projects: storm drainage detention ponds, large
diameter pipe installation, three railroad borings, and outfalls to the Missouri River. We completed all
surveys, analysis, design, preparation of bid packages, construction phase oversight, permitting, and
easement preparation. We also participated intensively with the landowner and public contacts. Rich
was the overall Project manager and provided a quality control review of the project design.
North Great Falls Lift Station and Force Main—Great Falls, Montana. This project included designing
a municipal sanitary lift station, force mains, gravity mains, and master planning of a facility to provide
service to over 1000 future homesites north of Great Falls, which will eventually be annexed into the City.
We provided all project surveys, design, preparation of bidding documents, and construction phase
assistance. The project was successfully constructed with zero change orders during the project. Rich
was the Project manager and quality control reviewer for all phases of the project.
Rocky Boy FEMA Mitigation Project—Criers Hill Slide. This project featured an investigation of a
landslide threatening a cultural resource and building located on Rocky Boy Agency. We completed a
geotechnical study and prepared a design and specification package to repair and correct the damage.
Project manager, civil designer, and completed the original FEMA Mitigation grant application, which
provided funding for the project.
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Montana Department of Transportation Project—Pleasant Valley F1-1 (39) 57, Libby, Montana. Project
manager and Engineer for MDT project involving total reconstruction of 8.1 miles of 2-lane highway.
Responsibilities included oversight of all survey, permitting, environmental document, hydrology, hydraulic
design, R/W design, roadway design, traffic control plans, metal bin-wall design, and specifications.
Montana Department of Transportation Project—Marias River – North STPS 223-2 ( ) 34, Chester,
Montana. Project manager and Engineer for MDT project involving widening and resurfacing of 6.7 miles
of 2-lane highway. Responsibilities included pavement analysis and rehabilitation technique research as
well as all required hydraulic analysis, guardrail design, permitting, plan and specification preparation,
oversight of survey and preparation of environmental document.
Montana Department of Transportation Project—Twin Bridges-North STPP 29-1 (37) 43, Twin Bridges,
Montana. Project manager and Engineer for MDT project involving 6.0 miles of total reconstruction of a
2-lane highway. Responsibilities included pavement design, roadway design, guardrail design, hydraulic
analysis, and Hydraulic design, all permitting, preparation of environmental document, R/W design,
quantity and cost estimating, and supervision of all survey phase activities and plan preparation. The
project also featured the realignment and design of approximately 0.5 mile of MRL railroad track.
Montana Department of Transportation Project—Forsyth-Northwest STPP 14-6 (10) 259, Forsyth,
Montana. Project manager and Engineer for MDT project involving 11.9 miles of total reconstruction
of a 2-lane highway. Responsibilities included oversight of all sub-consultants, design of all roadway,
hydraulic features, right-of-way plans, signing plans, traffic control plans, erosion control plans and
cost estimating. Responsible for all permits, environmental document, and coordination of appraisal,
negotiation and acquisition of right-of-way. Project responsibilities also included the preparation of the
design for a large mitigation wetland adjacent to the project.
Montana Department of Transportation Project—JCT US 2-North STPS 325-1 (3) 0, Chinook, Montana.
Project manager and Engineer for MDT project involving total reconstruction of 10.2 miles of 2-lane
highway. The project featured 1.5 miles of new alignment, a turn-lane on US 2 and extensive involvements
with two irrigation districts. Responsibilities included all roadway design, turn lane design, oversight of
all survey & hydrology /hydraulic design, preparation of the environmental document (EA), and all R/W
research, design and plan preparation.
Montana Department of Transportation Project—R/W Plans—East of Wagner, Montana. Project engineer
for MDT term R/W project. Responsibilities included research and preparation of complete R/W plans
for a MDT reconstruction project.
Montana Department of Transportation Project—R/W Plans—10th Avenue South—26th Street to 38th
Street, Great Falls, Montana. Project engineer for MDT term R/W project. Responsibilities included all
research and preparation of complete R/W plans for a widening project on the busiest street in Great
Falls. The plans included a total of 49 urban parcels.