Desktop Feasibility Analysis

WEG uses GIS to examine data and determine the feasibility of stream and wetland mitigation areas on a localized to statewide scale and has developed user-friendly, interactive GIS Models for all existing and proposed mitigation banks across several states and regions. WEG also uses GIS to determine the feasibility of Low Impact Development for new development, irrigation areas, and potential stream and wetland mitigation.

GIS Site Search and Gap Analysis

WEG staff utilizes GIS to determine where the greatest need is for conservation banks in a specific geographic location. Localized site searches can be performed for specific basins based on the client’s needs.

Shapefile, Personal Geodatabase, and SDSFIE Geodatabase Creation

WEG can create GIS data for any features that can be represented spatially. This data includes large, multiple square-mile wetland delineations with associated National Wetland Inventory (NWI) Cowardin classification and system codes, acreage, and photographic reference, as well as inventoried proposed stream mitigation projects throughout entire watersheds. WEG can also produce SDSFIE geodatabase files for the DOD including FGDC compliant metadata.

Desktop Alternatives Analysis

WEG staff utilizes GIS to inventory existing conditions, ecological and cultural resources data along roadway and utility design corridors and performs an alternatives analysis of alignments to determine potential impacts and the least environmental damaging practicable alternatives. 

• GIS Base Mapping
• GIS Data Analysis
• GIS Site Search Screening Analysis
• GIS Site Search Ranking Matrix

• GIS Data Management / Creation
• GIS Graphics Preparation
• Desktop Feasibility Analysis
• Desktop Alternatives Analysis

University of Virginia
Biodiversity Analysis
City of Charlottesville, Virginia

Rocky Pen Run Reservoir
Stafford County, Virginia

Rappahannock Site Search
River Basin, Central Virginia