Waypoint, LLC conduct in-stream field water quality assessments and indices of biotic integrity at six locations within the North Fork Stream Mitigation Bank site. These assessments were conducted by Jesse Robinson and Michael Boller on March 24, 2022.
Category Archives: Aquatic Assessment
Biological Assessment – Franklin County, Kentucky
The project will involve stream and/or riparian enhancement of impaired stream reaches to a natural and stable condition. After project construction, the mitigation sites will be restored by planting a mix of native vegetation, including tree and shrub seedlings, and will be protected by a permanent conservation easement. Waypoint submitted an IPAC to FWS to …
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Fisheries Studies – Selenium
Last month we performed several fisheries studies to determine concentrations of metals. After the collection, the samples were placed in dry ice and shipped to a lab for analysis.
Stream Mitigation Bank Fisheries Study
Last month we performed a fisheries study at a stream mitigation bank site. This data is being used to determine the Biotic Integrity Index to help measure the success of the restoration project. Populations of multiple fish species were found in pools just like these throughout the project.
Kentucky Fish Survey
During this fish survey, Waypoint personnel used a backpack electro-fisher to conduct a population census and identify the diversity of fish species in the stream segment. Contact us or request a quote today.
KY Mitigation Compliance
KY Mitigation Compliance Section 404 Clean Water Act Mitigation compliance documentation can be very difficult due to the complexity and detail of many permit conditions. Waypoint, LLC specializes in regulatory compliance assistance and its personnel have been monitoring mitigation sites in multiple states for many years.
KY Stream Restoration
Stream restoration services include stream restoration assessment, design, and construction monitoring services. Whether it is a baseline study or full stream restoration design plan our team regularly performs these tasks to help our clients meet their project goals. Using Rosgen and standard survey trained stream restoration specialists, Waypoint, LLC provides detailed longitudinal profiles, functional assessments, …
Benthic Macroinvertebrate Surveys
Benthic Macroinvertebrate Surveys Benthic macroinvertebrate surveys and analysis is provided by our team of aquatic entomologists and biologists. Waypoint’s macroinvertebrate survey team is equipped to take on all of your aquatic survey needs. If you have any questions about your biological monitoring compliance needs or programs, please give us a call and we will be …
KY Selenium Fish Tissue
KY Selenium Fish Tissue Selenium Fish Tissue Sampling frequencies are conducted by Waypoint, LLC to help our clients comply with NPDES/KPDES permits issued by the Kentucky Division of Water (KDOW) or the EPA. Following the standard operating procedures (SOP) for selenium fish tissue sampling set forth by KDOW we maintain scientific collectors permits and provide …
KY Selenium Fish Tissue Collection
KY Selenium Fish Tissue Collection Selenium Fish Tissue Collection frequencies are conducted by Waypoint, LLC to help our clients comply with NPDES/KPDES permits issued by the Kentucky Division of Water (KDOW) or the EPA. Waypoint staff maintain scientific collectors permits and provide field personnel with extensive experience identifying the target species as required by the …