Ecological Services

Inwood is a leading ecological services provider to governmental and private clients in Florida. We specialize in environmental permitting and compliance, NEPA documentation, natural resources management, and air and noise studies. We offer our clients cost-effective solutions that balance complex technical, regulatory, and stakeholder issues while supporting environmental integrity and project goals. The diverse skills and experience of Inwood’s team allow us to offer a range of integrated environmental services. 
  • ​Federal and State Wetland Delineations and Permitting 
  • Federal and State Wildlife Surveys and Permitting 
  • Wildlife Crossing Design, Analysis, and Siting 
  • Endangered Species Act (ESA) Consultations ​
  • ​Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Analysis 
  • Ecosystem Restoration 
  • National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Compliance 
  • Air and Noise Studies ​

Wildlife

Wildlife is an integral part of the landscape and provides ecological value for ecotourism, hunters, and anglers, and it provides indicators of environmental quality. The presence of federal or state protected wildlife can also slow a project’s momentum. Florida is home to more than 50 threatened or endangered species and provides habitat for countless migratory birds that are also protected or regulated. Inwood’s staff of experienced wildlife biologists and ecologists are familiar with the unique habitat requirements, survey methods, and regulatory requirements for protected species in Florida. Inwood prides itself on maintaining a positive and productive working relationship with regulatory agencies due to regular contact during projects. We evaluate each project based on decades of experience in the field and having worked proactively with regulatory agencies to realize our clients’ goals while meeting all federal and state criteria for wildlife. 
  • ​Wildlife Crossing and Habitat Connectivity Planning, Design, and Documentation 
  • ESA Sections 7 and 10 Consultations 
  • Gopher Tortoise Surveys, Permitting, and Relocation 
  • NEPA Documentation     
  • Bald Eagle Coordination and Monitoring 
  • NMFS Essential Fish Habitat Assessments     
  • Mark/Recapture Studies and Nightlight Surveys 
  • Avian Call Surveys 
  • Acoustic and visual Bat Surveys     
  • Skink Coverboard Studies     
  • Habitat and Conservation Planning ​

“The proper use of science is not to conquer nature but to live in it.” —Barry Commoner

Wetlands

For people and wildlife, wetlands provide ecological value including water quality treatment, stormwater attenuation, and habitat for protected species. Federal and state wetland regulations are constantly evolving and typically require applicants to avoid and minimize wetland impacts when possible. Inwood’s team of experienced wetland scientists can delineate wetlands, identify potential permitting challenges, and offer cost-effective solutions that meet client expectations and regulatory requirements while reducing project costs and adverse impacts to wetlands. 
  • Wetland Delineation per USACE Guidelines 
  • Wetland Delineation per 62-340, FAC 
  • Federal Section 404 CWA Permitting     
  • Environmental Resource Permitting 
  • USACE Indirect Effects Determination 
  • NEPA Documentation 
  • Wetland and Habitat Assessments ​​
  • NMFS Essential Fish Habitat Assessment 
  • Seagrass Surveys 
  • USACE Alternatives Analysis 
  • NPDES Stormwater Management Inspection 
  • Wetland Mitigation Planning and Monitoring 
  • Wetland Restoration, Enhancement, & Creation 
  • U.S. Coast Guard Navigation Permitting 

Geographic Information Systems

Inwood incorporates GIS and GPS into nearly every project. GIS is a powerful software technology that allows information to be collected, stored, managed, and analyzed for any project or area. Inwood’s staff of GIS professionals ensures accurate reporting with improved decision making; provides better data analysis and presentation options; creates predictive scenarios for environmental impact studies; and produces maps and map data for clients and presentations. 

  • Wildlife Surveys 
  • Wetland Delineation 
  • Floodplain Analysis and Hydraulic Modeling 
  • LiDAR Terrain Mapping 
  • ArcHydro 
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  • Habitat/Vegetation Assessments and Mapping 
  • Infrastructure Mapping and Condition Assessments 
  • Tree Surveys 
  • Presentations and Documentation 
  • Feature Inventories ​

Air and Noise

NEPA requires federal agencies to examine and avoid potential impacts to the natural and human environment when considering approval of proposed transportation projects. Inwood uses a multi-disciplined approach to examine hazardous air pollutants and noise during routine and complex transportation projects. Our experts ensure the design solutions meet federal requirements and effectively communicate the process and results to the public. ​
​Air Quality Analysis  
  • Mobile Source Air Toxics (MSAT) Analysis 
  • Motor Vehicle Emissions Simulator (MOVES) 
  • National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) ​ ​
Noise Analysis  
  • Community Noise Assessment 
  • Noise Policy Development and Implementation 
  • Noise Study Reports for Roadway Projects