Water Environment
Holistic Hydrological Survey, Assessment and Design
Our experienced and highly respected hydrology and hydrogeological consultants provide the full range of hydrological flooding consultancy advice from hydrological and water quality assessment, to groundwater and surface water assessment, to Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SuDS) and flood risk.
Because our hydrological expertise is underpinned by engineering insight, our clients have confidence that our solutions are robust, holistic and fully compliant with the Water Framework Directive.
At Gavia Environmental, we use our uniquely blended knowledge, skill, innovation and the latest technology to promptly respond to complex and interlinking hydrology and hydrogeology requirements. This includes: environmental impact assessment (EIA), natural flood management, waterbody assessment and restoration.
We see the bigger picture and develop comprehensive solutions that work – saving you valuable project time and unnecessary costs further down the line.
Our hydrological staff are Chartered Engineers and Chartered Environmentalists, closely following current industry standards and best practice as set out by CIWEM, CIEEM, ICE and BHS.
Flood Risk & SuDS
We provide full flood risk assessment services for any development.
Hydrogeology & Peat
We are experts in navigating the complexities of development on peatland.
Water Resource Management
We are experienced HCoW’s - ensuring construction activities are successfully and legally delivered.
Water Quality
We offer a range of services and assessments relating to the protection of water quality.
Natural Capital
we can provide qualitative Natural Capital assessments for our clients.
Environmental Compliance
We offer a full suite of services required to fulfil environmental compliance regulations.
Other Hydrological Services
• Hydrological Impact Assessment (EIA)
• Culvert & crossing design
• Hydrological Clerk of Work Services (HCoW) (pollution control & drainage advice)
• Controlled Activities Regulations (CAR) advice and applications
• Flood Risk Assessment (FRA) Level 1, 2, and 3
• Regulatory body liaison (SEPA and EA)
• Drainage Impact Assessment (DIA)
• River, loch & wetland design & restoration
• Drainage Management Plan (DMP)
• Modelling: 1D & 2D hydrodynamic flow
• Groundwater Dependent Terrestrial Ecosystem (GWDTE) Assessment
• Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SuDS)
• Peat depth surveys (phase 1 and 2)
• Water quality& quantity assessment and monitoring
• Peat Stability Risk Assessment (PSRA)
• Waterbody design & rehabilitation
• Peat Management Plan (PMP)
• Water management plan
• Peat carbon balance assessment
• GIS/Digital Mapping
• Private Water Supply Risk Assessment (PWSRA)
• Environmental advisor
• Drainage design
• Construction drainage advice
• Drainage management plan
• Mitigation design
• Pollution prevention plans
Which Hydrology Survey(s) Do I Need?
We have all the environmental legislation knowledge, development experience and commercial acumen to quickly determine your survey requirements.
Contact us for a free consultation on your hydrological project challenges.