Idaho Hydrogeologic and Engineering Services
Providing Water Resource Services in Idaho
Our office is located in the Treasure Valley and provides a wide range of hydrogeologic and engineering services for domestic, irrigation, commercial and municipal water users. Our local professionals have experience working on projects across the Idaho as well as parts of Oregon and Utah. We have over a decade of experience working with the Idaho Department of Water Resources and specialize in Water Right Services. We will support your water rights needs and any subsequent projects that may arise. For more information on the services we provide, please call us at 208-701-2950.
Water Rights
Our expertise guarantees accurate documentation and compliance with regulations, optimizing water rights transactions to meet our clients’ needs by providing the following:
- Permitting
- Water Transfers
- Beneficial use field exams
- Expert Witness
- Water Supply Bank – Our services include assisting clients in the acquisition and voluntary exchange of water rights for new and supplemental water uses.
Hydrogeologic Conceptualization
We offer comprehensive aquifer characterization services, providing detailed descriptions of geologic and groundwater conditions. Our well testing services provide accurate assessment of water availability and quality to meet the demands of the project. Additionally, we perform drawdown analysis to evaluate the impact of groundwater extraction on aquifer levels and surrounding wells.
Well Testing Services
Our well testing services ensure accurate assessment of water availability and quality to meet the demands of the project.
Public Water System Permitting and Design
We provide engineering services for wells and municipal type water systems, ensuring optimal design and planning before construction. We handle Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (IDEQ) permitting for public water supply systems, including facility planning, preliminary engineering reports, and well site evaluations, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements for safe and reliable water delivery.
Groundwater Well Construction
We prepare detailed well and pump specifications to ensure optimal performance and efficiency. Our hydrogeologists will oversee and conduct the bidding process, helping clients select qualified well and pump contractors. LSCE also provides construction oversight to ensure that wells are constructed in accordance with state regulations, guaranteeing compliance and quality workmanship.
Modeling
For long-term water resource planning, we provide modeling services including the development numerical groundwater flow models to simulate and predict groundwater conditions. We conduct peer reviews of existing flow models to ensure accuracy and reliability. Our expertise also includes the analysis of groundwater-surface water interactions.
Field Data Collection Services
LSCE offers comprehensive water level and quality monitoring and measurement services, including precise water level monitoring to track changes in groundwater levels. Our water quality sampling ensures the safety and quality of water resources meet minimum contamination levels set by local and federal agencies. We can also perform surface water flow measurements to assess stream and river flow rates, providing critical data for effective water resource management.
