Our office has developed and implemented dredging plans for numerous lakes and ponds. Our projects have been conducted with both hydraulic and conventional excavation equipment. Princeton Hydro’s dredging projects have been conducted on time and within budget.

Site conditions can be expected to influence the implementation of every lake or pond dredging project. Factors such as the proximity of the project site to neighboring dwellings, access restrictions, sediment transportation disposal requirements, and diversion of base flow can not be overlooked. We know how to anticipate and address such issues.

Our dredging projects begin with a detailed site inventory and an accurate bathymetric survey of the waterbody. We make use of both GPS and standard survey techniques. This data is then interpreted using GIS and AutoCad to create cross-sections and plan view representations of the lake bed. As part of our initial field efforts, we collect sediment samples for chemical and physical analysis. Our in-house team of engineers and scientists then identifies all the regulatory requirements for the project and prepares the appropriate permit applications. If need be, we will meet with the regulatory agencies to discuss the project and establish its consistency with environmental regulations. Bid specifications are then prepared. Once a contractor is selected and the dredging commences, our engineers will be on-site to ensure the successful completion of the project. Should there be the need for any site-restoration or the creation/enhancement of habitat, Princeton Hydro’s wetland and fishery biologists will see that these finishing elements of the project are done correctly.