About this Project

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This project supported Whitehall Township’s Pollution Reduction Plan by stabilizing eroded banks along Coplay Creek using environmentally beneficial stormwater Best Management Practices (BMPs). AEG served as the prime consultant, providing full-service support including design, permitting, bidding, construction oversight, and public engagement.

AEG developed plans, specifications, and cost estimates to improve water quality and reduce pollutant loads through natural bank stabilization methods. Following project initiation, the Township requested additional services for fish habitat enhancement, prompting expanded survey and permitting efforts. AEG processed General Permit No. 1 for Habitat Improvement and No. 3 for Stream Bank Stabilization, and prepared an Erosion & Sediment Control Plan for Lehigh County Conservation District approval.

Additional responsibilities included coordinating PA One Call and utility location, conducting a Pennsylvania Natural Diversity Inventory (PNDI) search, and issuing ACT-14, 67, and 68 notifications to local governments. AEG organized a public meeting to present the proposed improvements, including renderings and exhibits, and facilitated community dialogue around water quality, landscaping, and ecological benefits.

During construction, AEG provided oversight to ensure compliance with approved plans and specifications. Field survey teams documented stormwater improvements and BMP installations, supporting quality assurance and cost tracking throughout the project lifecycle.