Engineering Geology & Geophysics

Know your site better with detailed geophysical surveys

Engineering Geology That Digs Deep Into the Data

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Know Your Site Risks

Rock & Slope Stability

Gain a solid understanding of your site’s potential hazards, like landslide and erosion risks.

  • Hard Rock Quarry Studies
  • Rock Slope Evaluations
  • Rock Bolt Design
  • Landslide Evaluations
  • Regional Landslide Mapping
  • Ocean Bluff Erosion
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Plan For Earthquakes

Seismic & Fault Studies

Understanding your site’s seismic activity and earthquake risks helps you build a structure that will withstand them.

  • Earthquake and Seismicity Studies
  • Fault Studies
  • Seismic Load on Structures
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Drill Into Site Data

Geologic & Subsurface Investigations

Gain a better understanding of your site’s subsurface condition and how it affects your project.

  • Geologic Literature & Map Reviews
  • Subsurface Investigations
  • Coring & Core Analysis
  • Seismic Refraction Survey
  • Surface Wave Analysis Survey
  • Resistivity Survey
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Protect Your Groundwater

Groundwater & Hydrology Studies

Gain insight on the groundwater movement and its impact on your site.

  • Groundwater & Aquifer Evaluations
  • Large On-Site Septic System Groundwater Impact Assessment Study
  • Local & Regional Groundwater Resource Evaluations
  • Preliminary Groundwater Analyses
  • Construction Effects on Wells
  • Basin Groundwater Analysis
  • Project Water Requirements
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Analyze Your Materials

Aggregate & Material Testing

Accurately understand the quality and extractable quantity of aggregates and materials in your quarry site, while maintaining quarry slope stability.

  • Aggregate Source Development
  • Aggregate Quality Testing

Local Geologic Expertise

Without local geological understanding, your project’s off to a muddy start. You need experts who know the Pacific Northwest and the unique challenges it brings to every project.

We use core data, aerial photography, and specialized geophysical tactics, combined with state-of-the-art soil and rock evaluation software, to understand your geologic hazards and earthquake risks. Our own materials testing laboratory ensures your results are accurate and reliable. And our team isn’t just knowledgeable; they are licensed experts in Oregon State’s geology.

How Our Engineering Geology Services Work

Go beyond surface-level data on your jobsite.

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Step 1

You send the concept

Send us your project’s documents and details.

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Step 2

Receive a tailored proposal

We’ll scope the project and give you a comprehensive proposal.

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Step 3

Desk study & site investigation

With the proposal signed, we’ll investigate your site and the project challenges you’re facing.

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Step 4

Preliminary results

We’ll share our preliminary findings and recommendations with your team. Then, we’ll meet with you to discuss them.

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Step 5

Final Report

You’ll receive a final report that you can use to inform your design decisions and build safely.

Geophysical Surveys That Protect Your Project

High-stakes construction requires highly skilled geologic expertise. Luckily, we’ve got it.

Our Engineering Geology Rocked Their World

Our construction planning and design services are trusted by public agencies, architects, developers, homeowners, and businesses across Oregon.

Know Exactly Where You Stand

Get tailored, site-specific engineering geology and geophysics from experts on the Pacific Northwest.