planning & design

The EARTHWORKS Group, Inc. is a turn-key planning and design consulting firm established in 1996. We
provide Engineering, Survey, Environmental, Land Planning, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Structural,
Construction Management, Real Estate, Wetland Mitigation Banking, Project Marketing, and other consulting
services for public and private clients. We work closely with our clients during the design process to address
technical issues pertaining to stormwater, wastewater, water distribution, environmental, municipal, and other
requirements. EARTHWORKS’ personnel has an excellent track record of obtaining necessary development
permits from the multitude of local, state, and federal agencies.
About EARTHWORKS
Steven G. Strickland, P.E., LEED AP

It gives me great pleasure to

introduce The EARTHWORKS Group.
We started this consulting firm in
1996 with three employees, and
have grown into a multi-faceted, full
service engineering, environmental
and survey firm. We have created a ―one stop shop‖ for
our clients which enhances project coordination.

The company is organized into teams: Administration,

Survey, Land Development, Environmental Services and
Marketing - each managed by a Team Leader. Team
Leaders meet every two weeks to discuss overall
operations and work out logistical issues with
coordination on our projects. Our projects have stretched
across the southeast from Mississippi through Georgia,
South Carolina and North Carolina. Additionally, we
partner with subject experts from across the United
States to create collaborative teams for large-scale
projects.

EARTHWORKS is a recognized leader in wetland and

environmental planning. Our team members have
excellent relationships with the Army Corps of Engineers
(USACE) and State Environmental Agencies and are
known for their expertise in wetland delineation, planning
and permitting throughout the regulatory community. We
have built on this foundation to create an integrated
design team capable of managing land development and
vertical construction projects of all sizes.

In 2007, we moved into a new 15,000 SF headquarters

facility. This facility was designed to provide all
disciplines with adequate space for continued growth and
to improve efficiency with an open design studio. Our
office incorporates numerous Green Building features
such as the use of recycled materials,
high efficiency HVAC and lighting
systems and pervious parking. We have
included state-of-the-art security and
computer network systems, back-up
electrical power for emergencies,
impact resistant glazing for hurricane
survivability, and a conference/seminar
area that can accommodate large groups.

Our greatest asset, however, is our people. With a talent

and dedication that I am proud to be associated with, the
people of EARTHWORKS are ready to work for you.
 Master Planning
FEATURED PROJECT

QUEENS HARBOUR MASTER PLANNED COMMUNITY

Planning/Engineering/Construction Administration
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

transportation, drainage, infrastructure, and

housing needs must be carefully integrated to
create a balanced, viable plan.

Master planning for infrastructure, landscaping

We prepared a Master Plan for this 166 acre mixed use
master planned community with single and multi-family
residential, office professional, and commercial uses. This
project includes a grand entrance with 1500LF of a divided
boulevard spine road and an additional 15,500LF of 50 foot
public dedicated right of way. A drainage study of the
adjacent areas was performed to ensure future design and
maintenance requirements. The storm water master plan
was created to guide the construction of each phase and
allow the pass through of the upstream drainage basin.
Resident access was granted via commercial frontage road
connects into the South Strand Commons commercial
development.
The Planned Unit Development zoning approved for the
project provided maximum flexibility for the client with a
multitude of uses, providing over 1600 residential units for
four tracts. Final developed density was significantly less,
which could be transferred into undeveloped phases. The
infrastructure for the site was designed with future growth in
mind and to provide seamless integration with adjoining
properties.
CONTACT:  (843) 215-5295
Ben Thompson—Queens Harbour Assoc.
3306 Gaither Court
Myrtle Beach, SC 29575
and environmental features creates a solid
foundation to build from, and ensures
continuity throughout the life of the project,
which is essential for larger, multi-phase
projects.
Our planners apply the best planning practices,
sound engineering solutions, and our
knowledge of the region to capitalize on the
natural resources of a site. We create
purposeful communities that fit into the
landscape, offer a superior lifestyle for
residents, and maximize the return to the
developer.
Our knowledge gained from working with local
governments and jurisdictional agencies
enables our clients to benefit from our
experience with local and regional land use
issues, review processes, codes, and
ordinances. EARTHWORKS provides our clients
with the complete in-house expertise for total
site design. We use the latest technology to
coordinate each phase of a development
project, ensuring that schedules and budgets
are met.

Master Planned Communities create an

exciting opportunity for a developer to
establish a unique community with a sense of
place and a cohesive theme from start to
finish. The large scale of these projects
requires the commitment and expertise to
provide comprehensive design services, and
harmony of the design team with the
developer and construction team.

The preparation of a comprehensive land use

plan is vital to an attractive, functional
development. The different elements such as

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THE MULTI-DISCIPLINE
ADVANTAGE
Civil Engineering Services
Land Planning
Road & Highway Design
Stormwater System Design
Municipal Engineering Design
Subdivision Infrastructure
Water & Wastewater Treatment Design
Commercial Site Planning
Watershed Analysis
Bid and Construction Documents
Infrastructure Permitting
Zoning & Entitlements
Land Disturbance Permitting
Marina Design

Environmental Services Surveying Services

Feasibility Research
Critical Area Delineations Topographic Surveys
Dock Master Plans Tree Surveys
Joint State & Federal Dock Permitting Boundary Surveys
Phase I Environmental Site Assessments Wetland Surveys
Wetland Approximations Waterway Surveys
Wetland Delineations Final House Surveys
Threatened & Endangered Species Reports Lot Surveys
Critical Area Dock Applications Plot Plans
FEMA Letters of Map Revision Foundation Surveys
FEMA Letters of Map Amendments Record Documents
FEMA No-Rise Certifications Utility As-Built Surveys
Joint State & Federal Marina Permitting Elevation Certificates
Mitigation Bank & Feasibility Analysis Construction Staking
Compensatory Mitigation Coordination Preliminary Subdivision Plats
Wetland Impact Permit Applications Final Subdivision Plats
Dock Permit Modifications Combination Plats
Dredging Permit Applications ALTA/ACSM Land Title Surveys
General & Individual Mine Applications
NPDES Stormwater Notice of Intent Construction Management Services

Structural Engineering Services Building Inspection Services

Construction Observation
Conceptual Design Shop Drawing Review
Building Structural Assessments Field Testing
Truss Package Review Construction Administration
Foundation Plans Close-Out Documents
Floor Framing Plans Record Documents
Roof Framing Plans Special Inspections (IBC Chapter 17)
Shop Drawing Reviews Opinion of Probable Cost
Field Testing Contractor Payment Request
Opinion of Probable Cost NPDES Phase 2 Compliance
Deck/Dock/Walkway Assessments Third Party Verification
 Stormwater Engineering
FEATURED PROJECT
MELODY BASIN WATERSHED IMPROVEMENTS
Stormwater Engineering/Construction Administration
Surfside Beach, South Carolina
EARTHWORKS was retained by the Town of Surfside Beach to
identify existing drainage problems and provide solutions.
We identified the most vulnerable areas first, and prepared
ICPR hydrologic models to simulate current and proposed
drainage conditions. As part of the initial public participation
process, letters and photos were received from residents to
identify where flooding was worst. This 800 ac. watershed
was the first project, including portions that were within
Horry County jurisdiction. An intergovernmental cost-sharing
agreement was negotiated and the proposed improvements
were completed at a cost of $933K. One of the major outfall
routes was through intertidal ponds connected into the
Murrells Inlet estuary. Four major road crossings in Garden
City were upgraded to account for tidally influenced
conditions that severely restricted runoff during extreme high
tides. The project was given a significant test during
Hurricane Floyd, which release 14 inches of rain within the
watershed and with no significant in-home flooding reported.
CONTACT:  (843) 913-6111
Micki Fellner, Administrator
115 Highway 17 North
Surfside Beach, SC 29575
With the important role of protecting our
greatest natural resources, stormwater
management is a constantly evolving field
with ever-changing regulations and emerging
technology. Pollution water quality treatment,
prevention and flood control continually
challenge developers and local governments.
landowners and developers.
We use our expertise in municipal stormwater
systems to design new systems focused on:
 Providing BMP’s for each project
 Reducing flooding during minor and major
storm events
 Providing water quality improvements
Each development has its own set of special
circumstances which need to be addressed on a
case-by-case basis. There are no routine, easy
fixes, but rather integrated solutions specially
designed to meet your needs.
Services Available:
 Stormwater Master Plans
 Drainage Basin Studies
 Hydraulic/Hydrologic Modeling
 FEMA Permitting and Mapping
 Drainage Retrofit Improvements
 Capital Improvement Programs
 Systems Design and Permitting
 Construction Administration Services
 Grant Applications
 Stormwater Management Utilities
 Public Presentations/Participation
 Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans
(SWPPP)
Our experience with water resources and
environmental quality creates a powerful
combination that effectively addresses
watershed problems associated with urban
development. We are skilled in the use of Low
Impact Development (LID) techniques that can
improve your project and your bottom line.

EARTHWORKS remains on the forefront in the

design of Best Management Practices (BMP’s)
to provide cutting edge solutions for our
clients. Our services range from commercial
stormwater management systems to
stormwater master plans and regional
watershed studies. We provide these services
to cities and counties, as well as private

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 Civil Engineering
FEATURED PROJECT
The design of road and stormwater systems is
SILVER FOX LANDING the first step in the creation of a successful
Civil Eng./Modeling/Stormwater/Environmental project. State and local design requirements for
Socastee, South Carolina stormwater systems address water quality and
quantity issues. These must be balanced with
project aesthetics so that the finished product
is appealing to the consumer. The water and
sewer infrastructure must be designed to fit
within the site constraints and engineered to
meet State health standards for construction.

EARTHWORKS uses the latest CAD technology

to ensure accurate designs which integrate
EARTHWORKS was retained by Foxworth Development to
multiple layers of information, while meeting all
provide full scope civil engineering design services for a multi of the Silver Fox Landing requirements of local,
-phase residential development adjacent to the Atlantic state, and federal regulations. We field check
Intracoastal Waterway (AIWW) near Myrtle Beach, SC. This our designs to ensure that the project will work
site was divided into four phases with over 139 single family at the site as well as it does on paper - a
lots on 121 acres. The project also included an amenity area project must be buildable to succeed.
with a pierhead and a community pool overlooking the
waterway. Our Land Development Team draws on the
expertise of its staff members skilled in all
The project design included master planning the water, sewer
aspects of site engineering including: water and
and stormwater utilities to ensure a seamless transition
between phases. The site was planned around a significant
wastewater utilities systems; drainage and
hardwood river swamp which was utilized as a buffer behind detention facilities; planning and zoning;
many of the homes on the bluff. This project was completed traffic; roadways; paving and site grading.
successfully and the client was able to obtain additional
property adjacent to the first phase to build an additional 62 Special studies include:
lots on 15 acres.
 Watershed Analysis
 Hydraulic Analysis of Water Systems
 Floodplain Determinations
CONTACT:  (843) 215-4444  Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans
(SWPPP)
Allen Foxworth, Foxworth Development
P.O. Box 31150 EARTHWORKS’ team members are skilled at
Myrtle Beach, SC 29588 navigating through an increasingly complex
maze of regulatory requirements to minimize
risks and enhance possibilities. The Land
Development Team prides itself on problem
solving and is eager to work for you.
EARTHWORKS provides a full range of
services to developers, municipalities,
homeowner associations, architectural teams,
and construction companies. Our experience
covers a diversity of project types, including
residential subdivisions, commercial
developments, industrial parks, stormwater
improvements, and water and wastewater
distribution and treatment.

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 Structural & MEP Design
FEATURED PROJECT
BLUE WHALE RETAIL STORE
Architecture/Structural/MEP
Surfside Beach, South Carolina
This project resulted in a 15,000 SF building. This building
consisted of concrete masonry walls, steel columns and roof
joists, and custom built structural steel trusses for the three
main towers. The extensive glass on the front of the building
and exposed steel framing really accentuate the architecture.
The foundation was a mixture of driven timber piles and large
concrete pile caps. The wall systems were designed to be
structurally independent from the roof due to fire rating
concerns.
The MEP systems featured 5 electrical panels for lighting
circuits and environmental systems, 5 separate HVAC
package systems (10 ton units each) to keep the building
cooled, and over 100 high-intensity discharge lights in the
ceiling to illuminate the inside of the store. The building was
designed to meet the 2003 International Building Code
Requirements.
CONTACT:  (843) 997-8439
Benjamin Efraim —Blue Whale, LLC
4882 Bermuda Way N.
North Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
EARTHWORKS can provide building system
engineering design services that you need
to construct your project. EARTHWORKS
provides a full range of structural,
mechanical, electrical and plumbing design
services under one roof, making us your
one-stop-shop to complete your project at
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an affordable price. We take your ideas and
translates them into detailed construction
documents, showing the specifics of the
buildings, such as the foundation, wall sections,
mechanical and electrical systems, and finish
schedules. EARTHWORKS uses the latest CAD
technology to find and eliminate conflicts in the
construction documents and ensure accurate
designs.
EARTHWORKS’ team members have the
knowledge and skills to meet the increasing
regulatory requirements and provide quality
plans in a timely manner to ensure the customer
meets pre-set construction deadlines. We utilize
the latest modeling software to provide quick,
accurate analysis of engineered systems.
Typical Engineering services include:
 Conceptual Design
 Foundation Plans
 Floor Framing Plans
 Roof Framing Plans
 Building Structural Assessments
 Shop Drawings Review
 Deck/Dock/Walkway Design and Assessments
 3 Dimensional Modeling
 HVAC System Design
 Electrical System Plans
 Lighting Layout & Design
 Plumbing System Plans
 Building MEP Assessments
 Marine Structures, Retaining Walls and
Bulkheads
In all our work, we are guided by strong ethical
principles and a cooperative spirit with our client,
design team, construction partners and the
regulatory community. Careful monitoring during
the construction process allows us to provide
outstanding quality assurance.
 Environmental
FEATURED PROJECT

MURRELLS INLET MARSHWALK

Land Planning/Engineering/Construction Management
Murrells Inlet, South Carolina

EARTHWORKS successfully completed the design, permitting, completion. Our diversified talent base of
and construction administration of the Murrells Inlet scientists, engineers, surveyors and project
Marshwalk for the community group, Murrells Inlet 2020 managers offers technical expertise that is widely
(MI2020) and Georgetown County Parks and Recreation respected by clients and environmental
Department. This project was conceived in 1996 and regulators at all levels.
completed in phases when funding became available.
Our in-house capabilities include analysis of
The Marshwalk is over 1/2 mile long and connects the central
business district. The Murrells Inlet Fishing Pier extends from satellite imagery and development of GIS
the Marshwalk and is almost complete. It has been designed solutions to manage and analyze spatial and
for ADA requirements and built to withstand the large number temporal project data, quantitative risk
of pedestrian traffic and visitors during the summer months modeling, hydrodynamic modeling and
and at holiday celebrations, (4th of July, Halloween, etc.). innovative use of cutting edge software tools that
enhance analysis of current and cumulative
The project was completed in four phases using a impacts of a project.
combination of public access funds, county funds, and local
tax funds. We specialize in the following areas:
 Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (ESA)
 Environmental Impact Studies (EIS)
CONTACT:  (843) 357-2020  USACE Wetland Delineations
Jennifer Averette — Murrells Inlet 2020  Threatened & Endangered Species
 (843)-546-7447  Environmental Compliance Audits
Paul Battaligno—Georgetown County  GIS Mapping
 Permitting
In an increasingly competitive and
challenging market, the wise use of the
natural resources available on a parcel of
land provides a distinct and unique sales
advantage. We recognize that the
environmental component can have an
enormous impact on the bottom line.

Our aim is to bring value to our clients’

projects and provide an integrated
environmentally sustainable design. Clients
utilize our talents to meet their
environmental needs within the constraints
of ever-shifting regulations. We strive to
move your projects smoothly from
assessment through design and to

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TEAMWORK
At EARTHWORKS, we pride
ourselves in making a difference in your
client experience by providing an element
of cohesiveness and cooperation like no
other architectural or engineering firm.
Each member of our staff possesses
vast industry knowledge, a topnotch
skill set and valuable field
experience.

We position ourselves as a team

of experts who work together to
put your needs at the top of
our priority list. And we
believe that this project
approach sets the pace and
offers something different
to our clients. It is a
synergy that you will
recognize, with a level of
satisfaction that we
strive to offer and
always deliver.
 Land Planning
FEATURED PROJECT
CREEK HARBOUR
Land Planning/Engineering/Construction Management
Murrells Inlet, South Carolina
EARTHWORKS provided Civil Engineering services for an
upscale residential development. This project featured 111
lots, an amenity center/clubhouse and a private marina on a
100 acre site adjacent to Collins Creek in Murrells Inlet, SC.
We designed the gated entrance, the clubhouse facility, the
boat ramp and community docks. The drainage system
provided large lake view lots that increased the appraised lot
values. Seventeen of the lots were designed for private
residential docks on Collins Creek. Water and sewer
infrastructure was extended over 4,000 feet offsite to connect
to public utilities.
CONTACT:  (843) 357-3783
David Fisher—Fishermans Realty
5152 S. Highway 17 Business
Murrells Inlet, SC 29576
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The foundation of comprehensive land planning
is based on identifying the developer’s vision and
translating ideas into images that reflect
concepts in concert with the community’s needs.
A quality development plan also maximizes the
asset value by identifying the natural resources
of the site and integrating them into the project.
The overall asset value is the sum of the
location, soils, drainage, view corridors,
vegetation and trees, zoning and other natural
resources. The overall project goals should
consider the best and highest use of the land to
provide a functional project with high quality
features and aesthetics. The natural features of
any parcel of land create the basic canvas which
EARTHWORKS uses as a palette. Using the
existing topography and drainage networks of
the site, a conceptual development plan can
integrate wetland information, soils information
and land use information, while meeting all of
the requirements of local, state and federal
regulations.
The preparation of a comprehensive land use
plan is vital to an attractive, functional
development. The elements of transportation,
drainage, infrastructure and housing needs must
be carefully integrated to create a balanced,
workable plan. A good project is not only
functional, but aesthetically pleasing as well. Well
planned projects can have long term financial
benefit by creating value - which helps you reach
your goals
 Marine Projects
FEATURED PROJECT

BELLE ISLE MARINA

Engineering/Survey/Environmental/Permitting
Georgetown County, South Carolina

management. We have been involved with

EARTHWORKS was retained to help design retrofits and
upgrades the Belle Isle Marina located on Winyah Bay in
Georgetown, SC. Our design included a marina facility with
80+ boat slips, boat ramp, marina office, fueling services,
and parking. This marina was part of a master plan that also
included villas, a yacht club, and pool which has been
permitted through local, state, and federal agencies.
The marina was originally constructed in the late 1970’s. This
site was excavated out of the marsh at the confluence of a
small creek which had been impounded to create Lake
Johnstone, a central feature of the community. The marina
was experiencing significant sedimentation, requiring
dredging. We provided chemical analysis of the sediments as
part of the dredge permit process to ensure that
contaminants from off site had not adversely impacted the
marina basin. The project was successfully completed and the
marina is fully operational, providing a valuable amenity for
the community.
CONTACT:  (262) 275-6151
William Turner—Belle Isle Partners LLC
P.O. Box 397
Fontana, WI 53125
EARTHWORKS offers complete engineering
services for the design, permitting,
construction administration, and
management of marine projects including
marinas, residential and commercial
dockage and public recreation facilities.
Several of our team members are
experienced watermen and know what it
takes to put your boat in the slip when the
water is rough.
numerous marine projects where the designs
included golf cart and ADA accessibility, fuel
facilities, breakwaters, floating docks, dry stack
storage facilities and ship’s stores.
Many engineering firms offer civil and structural
engineering and some may occasionally take on
a marine project. However, we have the
experience to provide comprehensive marine
consulting services which tie into the land-based
infrastructure. Past projects have ranged from
residential docks to large marinas along our
waterways, and even public recreational facilities
that connect commercial business districts.
EARTHWORKS can provide the design of the
plumbing and electrical systems, pump-out
stations and slips for these facilities. The
wastewater from these sources is pumped to
shore where it can be treated and disposed of at
an approved sewage treatment facility.
Whether your project is limited to a routine
inspection of your dock facility or as broad-
based as establishing a brand new marina
facility; if it’s in the water, EARTHWORKS
can get it done. We will complete the job; on
time, under budget and without compromising
safety.

Engineering and scientific services include

the full spectrum of project development
from planning, feasibility and impact
studies, to conceptual and final design
permit applications and construction

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 Water & Sewer
FEATURED PROJECT

SUN COLONY
Engineering/Survey/Water/Sewer
Horry County, South Carolina

mains, pumping stations, force mains, road

EARTHWORKS was responsible for design of the utility
infrastructure for a master planned golf community with over
258 acres for 1200 residential units. EARTHWORKS identified
service areas for the existing water and sewer utilities,
created a preliminary engineering plan for approval of the
utility district and prepared hydraulic models to simulate
current and proposed conditions.
Based on the results of the water system models, the utility
district hired EARTHWORKS to design additional
interconnections to improve flow and pressure in the water
system and make revisions in the sewer system design to
accommodate future growth around this community. Total
infrastructure cost in the first phase was $1.5M, with the
utility district participating in the service improvements.
CONTACT:  (843) 399-7689
Chris Figura—CDF Developers
200 Sun Colony Blvd
Longs SC, 29568
interchanges and storm sewers. Our staff is well
qualified and trained in current design techniques
and related computer software. Our experienced
and qualified team tackles large or small projects
efficiently and effectively.
Managing complex public works projects is
demanding. Meeting technical and regulatory
expectations is challenging. Finding a consulting
engineering firm that understands your concern
for the community makes your job as a
developer rewarding.
Regulatory requirements for water and sewer
systems demand that the project be built to
meet stringent standards for the protection of
public health. Drainage and transportation
systems have similar requirements for public
safety. We ensure that the product that is
constructed meets or exceeds these
requirements. We provide outstanding quality
assurance by carefully monitoring your project
during the construction process.

EARTHWORKS has earned the reputation of

EARTHWORKS provides m u n i ci p al providing the very best in design,
engineering services for water and sewer engineering, and construction services to
systems to properly implement your ensure a successful result time and time
project. EARTHWORKS’ project experience again.
includes the preliminary and final design
and construction of municipal infrastructure
projects including stormwater management
facilities, sanitary sewer systems, sewage
lift stations, water supply booster pumping
stations, elevated water storage tanks,
water distribution systems as well as water
and wastewater treatment facilities.

EARTHWORKS’ Land Development Team

has completed numerous municipal design
projects including sanitary sewers, water

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Municipal Responsibility
Roads & Drainage

Municipalities now face the daunting task of maintaining aging

infrastructure. Many of these facilities were constructed during the
early part of the 20th century into the Post-World War II era. As
such, it falls to the current generation of government officials to
address the needs of their community.

Roads have been failing with more frequency than in previous

repair programs because they have been overlaid numerous
times. Drainage systems that were installed based on rural (low-
density) expectations have reached their limitation and are
undersized for the current urban landscape.

EARTHWORKS offers experienced professionals to address the

rehabilitation of aging infrastructure. We find cost effective
solutions to meet the current infrastructure needs for the
municipality with consideration for future growth, and
maintenance requirements to support future generations.

EARTHWORKS maintains ―state of the art‖ expertise and

knowledge in the application of all DOT requirements and
regulations. We maintain a high level of competence with all
Highway and Road design and construction techniques,
requirements, codes, regulations and policies. We also strive to
maintain relationships with DOT personnel at the local level where
our projects are under construction.

Water & Wastewater

The basic necessities of life include reliable water supply and

wastewater services. Everyone desires a consistency in the quality
and delivery of drinking water to their faucet. They also expect
that the wastewater leaving their house will be properly collected,
treated, and discharged in a manner that maintains the
environmental health of their community and their quality of life.

Water and wastewater infrastructure require constant monitoring

to meet regulatory requirements and customer satisfaction.
Ongoing changes to regulatory requirements in water and
wastewater treatment challenge government officials and create
ongoing maintenance demands of these dynamic systems.
EARTHWORKS has professionals with extensive experience in
water treatment, storage, and distribution as well as wastewater
collection, conveyance, treatment, disposal, and residuals
management.

Forward thinking local officials recognize the need for

responsible planning and preventive maintenance to
reduce the fiscal burden on future generations.
 Sustainable Design
FEATURED PROJECT

EARTHWORKS HEADQUARTERS
Engineering/Survey/Structural/MEP/Environmental
Murrells Inlet, South Carolina

resource efficient models of construction,

renovation, operation, maintenance, and
EARTHWORKS’ new office building utilizes many green demolition.
concepts that provide a benefit to the environment and the
occupants: The main objectives of sustainable design are to
 The majority of structural components are recycled steel avoid resource depletion including energy, water,
 Open space is maximized by using a three story building and raw materials. Another goal is to prevent
to promote biodiversity environmental degradation caused by facilities
 High efficiency HVAC systems and infrastructure throughout their life cycle; and
 Pervious parking for reduced stormwater impacts to create built environments that are livable,
Heat island effect reduced by installing light colored roofing to
comfortable, safe and productive. While the
reduce heat absorption definition of what constitutes sustainable building
design is constantly changing, there are six
 Daylighting and individual air flow control for improved fundamental principles that nearly everyone
working environment
agrees on.
 On-demand hot water saves energy costs associated with
storing hot water  Optimize Site Potential
Carpet manufactured with postconsumer recycled content  Optimize Energy Use
 High efficiency fluorescent lighting  Protect and Conserve Water
 Use Environmentally Preferable Products
CONTACT:  (843) 651-7900  Enhance Indoor Environmental Quality
(IEQ)
Steven G. Strickland
 Optimize Operational and
11655 Highway 707
Murrells Inlet, SC 29576  Maintenance Practices
Sustainable design or ―green building‖ is an
opportunity to use our resources efficiently while
creating healthier buildings. EARTHWORKS is
committed to the wise use of our resources
Constructing and operating buildings
and helping our clients enjoy the benefits of
requires enormous amounts of energy,
building green. It provides
water, and materials, and creates large
long-term cost savings to the
amounts of waste. Where and how they are
b u i l di n g owner through
built affects the ecosystems around us in
improved human health and
countless ways. The buildings themselves
produ cti vi ty, l ower co st
create new indoor environments that
building operations, and
present environmental problems and
resource efficiency - and it
challenges. As the environmental impact of
moves us closer to a
buildings becomes more apparent, a
sustainable future.
growing field called sustainable design is
leading the way to reduce that impact at
the source. Sustainable design is the
practice of creating healthier and more

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 Highway & Road Design
FEATURED PROJECT
COLLINS JOLLIE ROAD IMPROVEMENTS
Engineering/Survey/Design/Construction Management
Horry County, South Carolina
EARTHWORKS investigated and evaluated the condition and
capacity of Collins Jollie Road, located off Long Avenue
Extension in Horry County. This project is just outside the
Conway city limits. Our goal was to determine the condition
of the existing road and bridges and engineer solutions. This
resulted in the design of improvements to the roadway,
including upgrading stormwater and associated infrastructure
to meet the current construction standards.
The improvements to approximately 3,500 LF of roadway
included: changing the profile of the road to meet current
engineering design with standard slopes and vertical curves;
bridge upgrades; new culverts; the installation of 8‖ of new
road sub-base, followed by the addition of 2‖ asphalt road
surface over the entire stretch of roadway, and; necessary
protection of adjacent wetlands.
CONTACT:  (843) 458-2777
John Foglesonger—D&L Sitework
6001 Kates Bay Highway
Conway, SC 29527
Transportation Engineering is an essential
element in Municipal, Commercial,
Industrial and Residential Planning. Road
Design incorporates the technical aspects of
vertical, horizontal and aesthetic elements
of design. EARTHWORKS has extensive
experience with Highway and Road design
requirements, construction techniques,
regulations and policies. Our engineers
utilize the latest computer applications to
help determine the most cost effective and
aesthetic designs. Whether it is a local
street resurfacing or an urban interstate
highway interchange, EARTHWORKS has
the experienced staff to handle the job.
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EARTHWORKS maintains ―state of the art‖
expertise and knowledge in the application of all
DOT requirements and regulations. We also
strive to maintain relationships with DOT
personnel at the local level where our projects
are under construction.
In addition to having the technical design
expertise, EARTHWORKS has the knowledge to
assist local communities in obtaining state and
federal funding for needed transportation
projects.
EARTHWORKS’ staff of professionals can assist
local officials with preparation of documents and
grant applications necessary for obtaining State
and Federal funding. We use our expertise in
road and highway systems to design systems
focused on:
A blend of cost effective, aesthetic and safety
elements in highway and road development
 State of the Art computer analysis of all
aspects of design
 Professional advice and administrative
services, grant writing and project
evaluation
Highway and Road Design Services
 Horizontal Design plans
 Vertical Profiles
 Stormwater Modeling
 Drainage Analysis Engineering
 Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans
(SWPPP)
 Capital Improvement Programs
 Systems Permitting
 Construction Bidding and Construction
Administration Services
 Grant Applications
 Pavement Design
 Presentations for Public Involvement
and Information Meetings
 Wetland Mitigation
FEATURED PROJECT
CONGAREE-CARTON MITIGATION BANK
Wetland Mitigation/Restoration/Eng./Enhancement
Charleston County, South Carolina
The EARTHWORKS Group, through our work with the Fairlawn
Partners and American Forest Management (AFM),
established the Congaree-Carton Wetland Mitigation Bank
within the South Carolina Cooper River watershed in the
headwaters of the Wando River. The project site, located in
Charleston County, includes approximately 424-acres near
the Francis Marion National Forest. This project created
approximately 1,500 wetland credits for sale to development
clients. Congaree-Carton services approximately 822 square
miles of primary service area and approximately 5,610 square
miles of extended service areas. Congaree-Carton provides
non-buffer enhancement and restoration credits for various
types of wetland impacts. In the near future the bank will
also provide non-buffer enhancement credits for estuarine
tidal systems as well.
CONTACT:  (843) 416-1098
Edouard Des Francs—Fairlawn Partners
1156 Bowman Road, Suite 200
Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464
Wetland mitigation banking is a federally
approved and state encouraged program
that provides opportunities to landowners
with wetlands that have been altered or
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disturbed. EPA defines a wetland mitigation bank
as a wetland, stream, or other aquatic resource
area that has been restored, established,
enhanced, or in some cases preserved for the
purpose of providing compensation for
unavoidable impacts to aquatic resources
permitted under Section 404 or a similar state or
local wetland regulations. Mitigation banking
allows the landowner to preserve, enhance and
or restore wetland form, function, and value and
create wetland credits establishing a bank or
project. In turn, developers impacting wetlands
are required to compensate for those impacts by
purchasing credits from an approved bank or
project.
The State of South Carolina has been proactively
regulating impacts to wetland systems. As a
result, strong economic opportunities exist,
especially in high growth areas, to provide
wetland mitigation credits for unavoidable
impacts. Some benefits of establishing a
mitigation bank include the retention of property
ownership and retained rights of use such as
hunting, fishing, recreation, and maintenance.
Monetary return on investment over the life cycle
of the bank may be substantial when considering
the typical land value for tracts dominated by
wetlands.
The following steps are used by EARTHWORKS in
determining project viability:
1.A comprehensive review of a property’s
physical characteristics is required. This
includes current property usage, wetland
versus upland percentage, vegetative
condition, soils, topography and hydrology.
Also an overview of the property’s potential
environmental assets based on current
regulatory and market conditions is assessed.
2.A market analysis provides our clients greater
insight into the mitigation business, how their
property fits into the equation, and the
potential bank’s current and future fiscal
performance.
3.We coordinate the potential project with the
South Carolina Mitigation Banking Review
Team (SCMBRT) prior to any large upfront
investment. We present a cursory overview of
the project to obtain feedback on the
potential for success. This provides our client
the information to make the ―Go/No Go‖
decision.
 Land Surveying
FEATURED PROJECT Georgetown Technical College, board members
of the state and local surveying societies, and are
FREEWOODS ROAD SURVEYING members of local environmental foundations. We
Land Boundary Surveying/Environmental are committed to making our state one of the
Horry County, South Carolina premier places to live and raise a family.

A few of the many services we are capable of

providing our clients are:
 Boundary Determinations & Mapping

 Topographic Surveys

 Tree Surveys

 ALTA/ACSM Land Title Surveys

 Utility Location Surveys

EARTHWORKS’ survey department performed a boundary and
wetland survey of 245 acres located off Freewoods Road in  Commercial Building Surveys
Horry County South Carolina for Smitty’s LLC.
 Wetland Impact 404 Surveys
This survey consisted of establishing state plane coordinates,
opening property lines and traversing more than 10,000 feet  Preliminary Subdivision Plat
from Freewoods Road to the Waccamaw River and back.
 Final Subdivision Plat
The Environmental Team at EARTHWORKS delineated the
 Easement Surveys
wetlands on site with the survey department providing a
wetland map for the USACE. After establishing wetland  Elevation Certificates
boundaries our survey department subdivided the wetland
portion for donation to the Nature Conservancy.  Residential/Multifamily Platting

 Golf Course Surveys

CONTACT:  (843) 903-1920
 Mining Volumes
Scotty Smith—The Smitt Group
 Construction Staking
3456 Forestbrook Road
Myrtle Beach, SC 29588  Hydrographic Surveys

EARTHWORKS’ Survey Department was

established with the goal of continuing the
tradition of providing our clients with their
design needs under one roof. Our Survey
Department is committed to working with
our clients to provide them with the highest
quality product within budget and on time.

Our surveyors were some of the first in

South Carolina to utilize single and dual
frequency Global Positioning System (GPS)
in their daily work for hydrographic,
boundary, wetland and construction
stakeout.

The EARTHWORKS Survey Team realizes

the importance of giving back to their
community and profession. Our personnel
include faculty members at Horry

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PROJECT MARKETING
Sugar Mill Plantation

EARTHWORKS was retained by a

local developer to provide wetland
delineation, land planning, civil en-
gineering, and marketing graphics
for a single family residential de-
velopment near Myrtle Beach, SC.

EARTHWORKS created several ver-

sions of marketing graphics during
the planning phase to provide the
developer with materials to be
used for sales, including project
logos, area maps showing attrac-
tions and main traffic routes, and
conceptual land plans.

EARTHWORKS also has the ability

to assist our clients with overall
marketing plans and programs to
increase success.

Silver Creek

EARTHWORKS assisted Silver Creek

in its marketing efforts, after the
land planning and engineering was
completed. Providing promotional
material was important to the sales
effort. We have the in-house ability
to assist our clients with overall
marketing plans, programs, special
events and materials to assist you
in the marketing of your specific
project.

Increase your success with the

proper tools needed to market your
project to your target audience. We
can tailor a project marketing
program to meet your specific
needs.
 NPDES Services
FEATURED PROJECT We also have licensed Certified Erosion
Prevention and Sediment Control Inspectors
NPDES EXPERIENCE (CEPSCI) that conduct the periodic inspections
Stormwater/Compliance/Best Management Practices and reporting, as required by NPDES.
Multiple locations, South Carolina
NPDES Compliance Services
 Consultation

 Technical Design
 BMP Guidance
 Compliance Resolution
 Industry Benchmarks
 Compliance Management
EARTHWORKS has been retained by clients to provide NPDES  SWPPP Creation
Phase II Services throughout Horry and Georgetown Counties
for the following residential and commercial sites ranging in  SWPPP Quality Control
size from less than an acre to over 100 acres.
 Filing of NOI
Some typical projects include:  Maximized use of BMP’s
 Woodlawn Plantation
 Weekly monitoring and inspections
 Midtown Village
 St. John’s Ridge  Rain Event inspection
 Parker Estates
 Weekly Maintenance
 Goodwill at Queens Harbour
 Parson’s Garden  Upkeep of corrective action log
 CDI RCP Plant  Stormwater Program Development/
 Casa de Lago Audits
 Carr Tract
 Site Audits & Programmatic Audits
 Garden City Laundry
 Preconstruction Site Evaluations

 Thorough evaluation & report

EARTHWORKS provides stormwater and  Digital photographs/video available
erosion control consulting services  Industrial Stormwater Consulting
mandated by the Clean Water Act as part of
the Phase II NPDES (National Pollutant  Permitting
Discharge Elimination System) Storm Water  SWPPP Development Inspections
Program. Many cities and counties are  Monthly, Quarterly, or Annual
implementing the new regulations and  Comprehensive Site Evaluations
require that developers and builders submit
 Discharge Monitoring
a Notice of Intent (NOI) to be covered
under the General Permits currently
approved for construction activity disturbing
over one acre of land. Storm Water
Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP) are also
required to outline how the construction
project will protect our natural resources,
through structural controls and Best
Management Practices (BMP’s).

We have always focused on providing

solutions for our clients to ensure that they
are not subject to fines for non-compliance.

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 Third Party Inspections
FEATURED SERVICE
CHAPTER 17 SPECIAL INSPECTIONS
Structural/Compliance & Construction Observation
Multiple locations, South Carolina
The 2000 International Building Code established
requirements for commercial projects to provide special
inspections by competent professionals during critical portions
of the construction process, including material verification,
fabrication, and installation.
Materials subject to special inspection include structural steel,
concrete, pile foundations, masonry, fire resistant materials,
and Exterior Insulating Finishing System (EIFS). Quality
Assurance (QA) for wind and seismic components is also
covered under Chapter 17.
EARTHWORKS was one of the first design firms to be
approved by the City of Myrtle Beach, with numerous certified
inspectors in our company. Our Special Inspection Reports
provide a thorough record of the construction process for the
owner and code enforcement agency
EARTHWORKS provides a full suite of Third
Party Inspection services necessary to
ensure that your project is being built the
way you want. We have qualified
professionals with years of experience in
the building construction and site
construction business. We can assist clients
during construction of residential or
commercial structures, as well as
installation of site infrastructure. We
provide digital reporting, documented with
pictures from digital cameras allowing you
to instantly view areas requiring attention.
Inspection services also include pay request
verification, materials verification, and shop
drawing review.
Residential Services
EARTHWORKS can work with homeowners
to provide a customized scope of services
that can minimize builder callbacks and
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improve finished quality that will more than pay
for itself. We can represent the absentee owner’s
interest to make sure they get what they pay for.
Our typical services include four site visits during
the Foundation, Rough-In, Pre-Carpet, and Final
Walk-Through stages with photo-documentation
that allows the owner to have a visual record of
the building process. This information can be
sent electronically so owners are kept up-to-date
on the construction process. More frequent site
visits can also be provided if the owner wants a
step-by-step account of the construction.
Commercial Services
EARTHWORKS helps provide Contractors with the
peace of mind that comes with excellent
recordkeeping. We check and photograph critical
components that minimize callbacks and
potential litigation. Significant problems can arise
when plumbing and mechanical components are
not correctly installed. Mold and indoor air
quality remediation costs can quickly evaporate
profits from a job. A picture is worth a thousand
words. They also provide important evidence that
can be the difference between a quick settlement
or an extended lawsuit, saving thousands in time
and money.
Pay Request Verification
EARTHWORKS can assist owners and lenders
during the construction process by providing
independent review and approval of the pay
requests submitted by the contractor. Our field
expertise allows us to sort through the billings
and the contract documents to ensure that all
paperwork is correct and in order as required by
the contract. Review of field construction
techniques and material submittals is a safety
net that confirms that the contract specifications
were followed and the project will provide the
quality that the owner is paying for. Our
expertise works to provide you a comfort level
that your hard earned money is spent wisely.
 Real Estate Due Diligence
FEATURED SERVICES
ENVIRONMENTAL SITE ASSESSMENTS
ASTM E1527-05/TSQ/PCA
Multiple locations, South Carolina
EARTHWORKS provides the full suite of front end Due
Diligence services, including Phase 1 Environmental Site
Assessments to meet due diligence requirements and
determine environmental liabilities associated with a
property. As an alternative to a Phase 1, we can conduct a
Transaction Screen for situations that do not require a full
Phase 1 investigation.
EARTHWORKS also performs Property Condition Assessments
to observe and document readily visible materials and
building system defects that might significantly affect the
value of a property. Property condition reports provide
reliable and detailed information on the building’s operational
systems, overall design and architectural features.
EARTHWORKS can assist you with your Real
Estate transactions to ensure that your
investment is protected. Front end due diligence
services may also protect you from making an
unfortunate investment that does not meet your
long term vision. We offer a full suite of services
necessary to evaluate the condition of your real
estate assets - now, and in the future. Whether
you are purchasing a new home, a commercial
facility or large development tracts,
EARTHWORKS has the experience and
knowledge to create a due diligence solution that
helps you maximize performance.
Services include:
 Environmental Due Diligence
 Phase I Environmental Site Assessments
 Property Condition Assessments
 Transaction Screening
 Wetland Approximations/Delineations
 Threatened & Endangered Species
 Zoning and Land Use
 Entitlement Research
 Flood Zone Mapping
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 Flood Zone Elevation Certificates
 Boundary Surveys and Closing Plats
 ALTA Surveys
 Tree & Topographic Surveys
Zoning and Land Use Research—(Entitlements)
The local regulatory constraints created by zoning
ordinances increase basic entitlements that go with
the land. EARTHWORKS’ team of expert planners can
assess what your property rights are based on current
zoning. If you have proposed development plans, we
can assist you in determining if the property you are
buying can meet your requirements to ensure financial
success.
Wetland Determinations
We are also experts in wetland delineation using the
professional standard that was established in the
USACE 1987 Field Manual. We can help determine to
what extent your property is buildable based on
current regulatory constraints such as jurisdictional
wetlands or Threatened and Endangered Species. Our
staff has consistently received high ratings from the
USACE for the quality of our technical work. We can
also provide a strategy for the use of your site,
including preparation of State and Federal permit
applications as required.
Survey Services
Our professional Land Surveyors are experienced in
the requirements for closing plats required during the
real estate transaction process. We utilize the latest
technology to produce plats that exceed State
standards, and give you an accurate representation of
your investment. Survey services that may be
necessary include Boundary Surveys, ALTA Surveys,
Closing Plats and Elevation Certificates necessary to
indicate compliance with FEMA requirements. We can
also assist with FEMA Flood Zone Determinations and
Letters of Map Amendment (LOMA’s) that can
determine your risk and reduce your flood insurance
costs.
 FEMA Services
FEATURED PROJECT

SIMPSON CREEK WATERSHED STUDY

GIS/Survey/Hydraulic & Hydrologic Modeling/FEMA
Horry County, South Carolina

Our team is not only familiar with the FEMA

An investigation of the Simpson Creek drainage basin located
in Horry County was conducted to establish the 100-year
flood elevations upstream of the S.C. Hwy 905. The 41 sq.
mi watershed was an unnumbered ―A‖ flood zone, which
limited development of projects to the first 50 lots.
Downstream of the S.C. Hwy 905, the FIRM panels had an
AE18 established flood elevation. FEMA regulations required
that the unnumbered zone be modeled and flood elevations
established and approved before additional development
could continue.
Our study, utilizing the latest in watershed modeling
software, GIS, and LiDAR data to evaluate the basin, was
submitted to and approved by FEMA as a Letter of Map
Revision to the existing Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRM)
data and allowed a national housing developer to continue
their project’s 2nd phase.
CONTACT:  (843) 458-7793
Chip Atkinson—Atkinson Developers
5003 Pine Lakes Drive
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
regulations and processes but also systems and
applications routinely utilized for FEMA studies
such as the USACE Hydrologic Engineering
Center - River Analysis System (HEC-RAS).
Our most recent experience included remodeling
the Socastee Creek drainage system. For this
project our team developed a No-Rise
Certification for the local County Flood Plain
Manager. The County asked that we conduct the
study to predict water surface elevation change,
or lack thereof, with the inclusion of a small
precast concrete span bridge across the
established floodway within that drainage
system.
Our team was able to utilize the original Flood
Insurance Rate Map study data which was
originally created using HEC2 (no longer
supported and considered legacy software) which
was converted into a working HEC-RAS model
that accurately and faithfully reproduced the
original study results. Revisions to the model
included adding cross sections within the area of
the bridge and the bridge itself, and doing some
calibration and comparisons to assess water
surface elevations.

As development within our area continues The No-Rise Certification was completed on time
to expand, prime real estate becomes more and approved by the regulatory agencies so the
difficult to obtain. This results in finding project could continue forward.
innovative or creative ways of converting
less optimal real estate into true gems.
Numerous tracts of land reside within FEMA
Special Flood Hazard Areas. An experienced
consultant that can assist you with
exploring options on property with special
FEMA considerations is invaluable. We have
been assisting our Clients with their
specialized FEMA needs on numerous
Hydrology and Hydraulic projects, Letters of
Map Revisions (LOMR), Letters of Map
Amendment (LOMA), and other specialized
needs they may have.
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 Emergency Planning & Response
FEATURED SERVICE

PLANNING & RECOVERY PLANNING/ASSISTANCE

SPCC/Solid Waste/Environmental Auditing
Multiple locations, South Carolina

such as tornadoes, hurricanes, fires, sinkhole

collapses, explosions, building structural failures
Technical Planning & Assistance and construction defects. Our services cover the
 Spill Prevention Control & Countermeasures entire scope of engineering evaluation for risk
 Disaster Recovery Plans
assessment, emergency response, damage
 Emergency Response Programs
 Temporary Structures & Operation Centers assessment, and renovation during these events.
 Waste Segregation & Management Plans Our staff has extensive experience in planning
 Dust Control Plans
 Traffic Management Plans for high winds, storm surge, river flooding, wind-
 Environmental Work Plans driven rain and building structural failures.
 Site Decontamination Plans
 Hazard and Response Training EARTHWORKS can provide assessment reports,
emergency service coordination, cost estimating,
Building Assessment & Remediation
design and construction, and project cost review
 Water Damage Assessment
 Hazardous Material/Waste Assessment activities required to evaluate disaster damages.
 Pre-Demolition Component Surveys
 Environmental Compliance Audits
 Soil & Groundwater Assessment
Debris Management EARTHWORKS can assess
 Vegetative Waste damage to public
 Municipal Solid Waste infrastructure, commercial
 Construction & Demolition Debris
 White-goods projects and residential
 Temporary Debris Reduction Site Selection & Management properties, conducting forensic
 Reduction/Burn Pits
 Waste Disposal engineering analyses,
monitoring debris removal,
overseeing roof repairs,
conducting sampling, overseeing the clean-up of
facilities, managing the temporary shoring and
reconstruction of damaged buildings, and
The EARTHWORKS Group can assist you in
designing the rehabilitation of critical
the planning and recovery stages for
infrastructure, including dams, bridges, water
natural and man-made disasters. We
and wastewater facilities, and public buildings.
provide consulting services for commercial,
Our engineering expertise addresses public
residential, institutional, industrial and
safety, cost estimating and risk management
municipal facilities affected by disasters
issues for insurance, legal, construction and the
real estate industries. Our professional staff has
extensive experience and expertise in risk
assessment, emergency response and damage
assessment consulting services for municipal,
institutional, commercial and residential
applications.

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 Technology Consulting
FEATURED SERVICE

DIGITAL DATA STORAGE & RETRIEVAL

Digital Hardcopy/Data Redundancy/Failover
Murrells Inlet, South Carolina

administrative time required to complete the job.

At EARTHWORKS, we can assist you with these

The EARTHWORKS Group has developed a (nearly) paperless services that can improve your security,
office that makes storage and retrieval of project information reliability, and profitability:
effortless. Utilizing Adobe PDF’s (portable document file), all
incoming and outgoing documents are converted to a digital  Computer repair & troubleshooting
image and stored using standard naming conventions that  Blackberry setup & troubleshooting
allow quick and easy searches that are logical and easy to
follow.  Overall Technology Planning
 File Storage and Retrieval
Additionally, incoming faxes are received as a PDF and saved
to the project folder. This allows the Project Manager to pull  Remote Access Solutions
documents up on the monitor during telephone calls to
confirm what information has been sent and received,
 Remote Desktop/Virtual Offices
ensuring less dropped balls during the life of a project.  Software review & installation
 Server Systems
 Scanning & Documenting

Our professionals are experienced with  Networking

complex organizational and technical  Security Systems
challenges. Our IT Team has excellent skills
with designing, installing and  Internet Support
troubleshooting information technology  Technical Support 24/7
systems that streamline work processes
 File Back-up Systems
and efficiency, grown out of our in-house IT
requirements. EARTHWORKS can partner  Purging and Shredding
with your company to assist with computer,  Hardware installation
networking, IT and organizational
challenges so that your staff can Attorneys, medical practices, developers, real
concentrate on what they do best. We will estate companies - practically anyone who
help you alleviate your technology burden operates a business - can benefit from consulting
and - through our experience - help you do services dedicated to streamlining efficiency and
more, with less. improving the bottom line. Call us today.

EARTHWORKS has the experience you need

to take control of your information
technology challenges, especially computer
and networking systems. We have gained a
competitive advantage by implementing
technical solutions that efficiently manage
the volumes of paper that we routinely
handle during day-to-day operations. By
improving our ability to receive, process,
store and retrieve vast amounts of project
data, we have reduced the amount of
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 “Happiness does not come from doing easy work but from the afterglow of
satisfaction that comes after the achievement of a difficult task that de-
manded our best.”
Theodore I. Rubin—American psychiatrist and author (born 1923)
Steven G. Strickland, P.E., LEED AP - President/CEO
Registration & Certifications:
Registered Professional Engineer
SC #13603 NC #026804
GA #030474 MS#19456
FL# 70535
LEED Accredited Professional,
U.S. Green Building Council
Education:
B.S., Chemical Engineering,
Clemson University, SC 1985
Awards:
Department of the Air Force Award
for Notable Achievement
Professional & Civic Activities:
American Society of Civil Engineers
(ASCE)
U.S. Green Building Council
Murrells Inlet Mason Lodge #368
SCDHEC Onsite Sewage Disposal
System Task Force
Steel Joist Institute Environmental
Committee
Detailed Experience:
Melody, Floral, and Myrtle Ba-
sin Watershed Improvements,
Surfside Beach, SC – Mr. Strick-
land was the Project Engineer for
the field investigation and design
of the drainage improvements of
the Melody, Floral, and Myrtle Ba-
sins. These watersheds required
coordination and development of
cost-sharing agreements between
the city and county entities. The
designs were facilitated with GIS,
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With more than 24 years of environmental engineering experience, Mr. Strickland has
specialized in storm water system design, wastewater and water supply system design,
solid waste, hazardous waste, coastal zone management, and air pollution control. He
also possesses significant knowledge in state and federal regulatory programs applica-
ble to private and municipal clients. He has participated in numerous training presen-
tations related to Low Impact Development and Constructed Wetlands for storm water
management.
His previous employers included South Carolina Coastal Council, where he was the En-
vironmental Engineer for the Myrtle Beach office, responsible for review and approval
of all storm water permits and Coastal Zone Consistency Certifications for Horry and
Georgetown County. He was also the Corporate Environmental Manager for a regional
steel manufacturer, including permitting, construction monitoring, and start-up of a
new electric furnace facility, as well as air, water, solid waste, and storm water compli-
ance for 15 facilities across the southeast. He was the Base Environmental Coordinator
for Myrtle Beach AFB including development and implementation of pollution abate-
ment projects, coordination of remedial investigation of old waste sites, and design of
new hazardous waste storage facilities. He also has extensive experience with the
regulation and permitting of solid and hazardous waste facilities in South Carolina as an
Environmental Engineer Associate with SCDHEC.
organized in geodatabases, and modeled in
tion of the design, permitting, and con-
ICPR to determine the most cost effective
struction, including the wetlands and
program to meet Town requirements. These
storm water management master
projects were completed within the $3M
plans. In addition, he represented the
budget established by the programming.
project before the various local, state
and federal agencies for all regulatory
Simpson Creek Watershed Study, Horry
permitting since the inception of the
County – Mr. Strickland was the Project
project.
Engineer for the GIS centric flood study con-
ducted for the 42 square mile Simpson
Belle Isle Marina Development,
Creek watershed required to establish 100-
Georgetown, SC – Mr. Strickland was
year flood elevations. GIS Terrain model
the Project Manager for the marina
creation coupled with water elevations from
redevelopment, including permitting
Hurricane Floyd were used as inputs and
for the dredging and dockage design
helped calibrate the ICPR model. The pro-
through the Army Corps of Engineers
posed development site adjacent to Simpson
and SCDHEC-OCRM. This project re-
Creek was in an A unnumbered flood zone,
quired the removal of over 50,000 cu-
and FEMA regulations required a hydrologic
bic yards of sediment from the marina
study prior to construction of the residential
basin, and installation of new floating
subdivisions. This project was approved by
docks for 82 boats, with a construction
FEMA, resulting in a map revision for Horry
cost of over $1.8M.
County, SC.
Moss Park Commercial Park, So-
castee, SC - Mr. Strickland was the
Murrells Inlet Marshwalk, Georgetown
Project Engineer for the Moss Park
County, SC - Mr. Strickland was responsible
Commercial project and designed the
for the design of the Marshwalk for Murrells
constructed wetland for clay soils to
Inlet 2007 including design, permitting and
reduce the construction cost and pro-
construction management. This project con-
vide water quality and landscape buff-
sists of over ½ mile of public boardwalk that
ering. This project was the first true
connects restaurants, marinas and a fishing
constructed wetland project in Horry
pier for public recreation. This project is the
County for storm water management.
focal point for community events, including
This project established benchmarks
Fourth of July and Halloween celebrations.
for design of LID systems for water
quality improvement. The construction
Queens Harbor Residential Develop-
and planting methods utilized in-
ment, Myrtle Beach, SC - The 160-acre
creased the success rate of this pro-
Queens Harbor Residential Development is
ject.
multiphased featuring master planned storm
water, transportation and sewer design. Mr.
Strickland oversaw the successful comple-
 sstrickland@earthworksgroup.com
 Charles A. Millonzi, AIA - Chief Architect
A highly creative, goal oriented professional architect with solid architectural, engi-
neering and construction administration experience. Mr. Millonzi has over 32 years ex-
perience in the architectural field as it relates to the engineering and construction ad-
ministration fields. He is a recent addition to the EARTHWORKS Group and brings ex-
perience with large architectural projects from clients all over the country to the firm.
He is skilled in project development, project management, and client relations and has
expertise in new facility and conceptual development; design development’ construc-
tion documents and specifications; construction administration and contract manage-
ment; project management; strategic plans and franchise/license development.

reality. EARTHWORKS Building II, Murrells

Registration & Certifications:
Registered Professional Architect
SC #5783
NC #10327
TN #00103187
IL #001.008103
City of Myrtle Beach - Certified Spe-
cial Inspector #SP20070009
Education:
B.A., Technology, University of Illi-
nois, Chicago, IL 1971
Professional & Civic Activities:
American Institute of Architect
(AIA)
National Council of Architectural
Registration Boards (NCARB)
Detailed Experience:
Blue Whale Retail Center, Horry
County, SC – Mr. Millonzi served as
the chief Architect for this project
which entailed the design of a
17,000 square foot retail space in
Murrells Inlet. He oversaw the de-
velopment of schematic design,
floor plans, building elevations, code
research, design development, con-
struction documents, foundation
plans, and mechanical, electrical
and plumbing (MEP) services for
this project, working closely with
the clients to make their vision a
Alsip-Merrionette Park Library, Alsip
IL— Mr. Millonzi was responsible for the
development of this new two story, 25,000
SF. library facility. Library complete with
Adult Services, Children's Services & Refer-
ence, Public Meeting Room, Staff\Work
Area, Head Librarian and Children's Librarian
Offices, Business Office, Visual and Audio
Stations, Staff Lounge, and Mechanical and
Receiving Area. Structure consisted of load
bearing masonry wall with face brick veneer,
two story insulated windows and aluminum
storefront, open glazed panels in offices,
open web steel joists, and metal deck with
SBS roof. Interior complete with acoustical
lay-in ceiling, steel studs/gypsum walls,
sound attenuation in all walls, carpet-,
quarry tile seamless flooring, etc.
consisted of load bearing masonry wall with
wire cut face brick veneer, structural rein-
forced concrete floor, insulated windows,
open glazed panels, open web steel joists,
and metal deck with SBS roof. Interior com-
plete with acoustical lay-in ceiling, steel
studs/gypsum walls, sound attenuation in all
walls, quarry tile and seamless flooring.
Silver Creek Townhomes, Horry County,
SC – Mr. Millonzi was the chief Architect
providing schematic design, code research,
floor plan design, building elevations, de-
sign development, foundation plans, and
final construction documents to the client for
this 40.25-acre townhome community.
Lot 26 and Lots 17 & 18 at the North
Industrial Park, Horry County, SC – Mr.
Millonzi oversaw the design of 2 warehouse
buildings for office space at the North Indus-
trial Park, near the airport in Myrtle Beach.
He also stewarded the projects through the
approval process with the City of Myrtle
Beach’s volunteer-appointed Community
Appearance Board.
Inlet, SC – Mr. Millonzi was the Chief
Architect for a new 15,000 square foot
office building in Murrells Inlet. Mr.
Millonzi oversaw the development of
the space programming, schematic
designs, code research and the design
development for this Class A office
space. He was instrumental in creat-
ing an exterior appearance utilizing low
maintenance materials and selection of
interior finishes which would have
minimal impact on the environment.
Beach Bums III, Myrtle Beach, SC-
EARTHWORKS was retained to provide
design/build services for this 6,000
square foot retail space. Mr. Millonzi
was the Chief Architect for this project.
He was responsible for oversight of the
architectural, structural and MEP de-
sign and ensured that the project
schedule and budget were established,
maintained, and met. This project was
fast-tracked to start demolition after
Labor Day and be completed by Spring
Break (March) so that the owner had
adequate time to stock the store for
the spring tourism season. The total
construction cost for this project came
in at 10% under the building budget
do to value engineering utilizing engi-
neered wood trusses instead of steel
bar joists, which also reduced the con-
struction time by almost 4 weeks.
Roma Corp – Also during previous
employment, Mr. Millonzi worked on
the Prototype Development of ―Tony
Romas‖ A Place for Ribs including the
image guidelines, signage, construc-
tion standards documents and specifi-
cations developed for the company and
franchise new restaurant development
program with area ranges from ap-
proximately 5,700 square feet to 6,900
square feet.

 cmillonzi@earthworksgroup.com
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 Mark H. Donevant—Land Development Team Leader—H&H Modeler

Mr. Donevant has more than ten years of municipal infrastructure design and
construction experience. The range of this experience covers smaller
subdivision infrastructure design to large multi-phase communities which are
connected into established neighborhoods. Mr. Donevant has extensive practical
construction experience and common sense, which creates an unbeatable skill
set for difficult field problems. He has been Construction Manager for The
EARTHWORKS Group on all projects for the past five years and has developed
relationships with local contractors and regulators that keep the projects moving
forward smoothly. Mr. Donevant’s talents, knowledge, and management skills
ensure that the results meet or exceed the expectations of our clients and
project stakeholders.

Education:
B.S., Biology, Coastal Carolina
University, SC, 1998
AAS, Forestry Management, Horry-
Georgetown Technical College, SC,
1992
Professional & Civic Activities:
Erosion Prevention & Sediment
Control Inspector (NPDES Phase II)
Certified PADI Diver
City of Myrtle Beach, SC - Certified
Special Inspector #SP 050058
Streamline Technologies ICPR V2.0 &
3.0 workshop training
US Army Corps of Engineers Wetland
Delineation Certification # 669
State of South Carolina Notary Public,
expires March 30, 2010
Detailed Experience:
The Town of Surfside Beach, SC -
Mr. Donevant was the Project Man-
ager of a multi-basin stormwater
analysis geared toward improving
drainage within the Town of Surfside
Beach. To date, the first three basins
Melody (800 acres), Floral Basin
(264 acres) and Myrtle Lake Basin
(382 acres) have been modeled,
designed and construction com-
pleted. Construction cost ranged
from $900,000 to $1.8 Million. The
projects required consensus build-
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ing with state, federal, county and town
officials along with the public at large.
Existing infrastructure and land features
were investigated and modeled with
ICPR (Advanced Interconnected Pond
Routing 3.0) to assess the existing con-
ditions. The data was reviewed and pro-
posed improvements were modeled as
part of the stormwater management pro-
gram for the Town of Surfside and sur-
rounding watersheds.
The Pines of St. James – Murrells
Inlet, SC - The 354 lot, 120-acre subdi-
vision required intensive field investiga-
tion and research effort to determine the
design of a dense residential develop-
ment located adjacent to an impacted
drainage system. Through meticulous
attention to detail and an innovative ap-
proach to stormwater management, de-
velopment of this project led to a reduc-
tion in stormwater discharge to an im-
portant drainage basin. The result was a
reduction in potential loading, water
quality and quantity concerns. The over-
all construction cost for all 5 phases was
$2.9 million.
Sun Colony Subdivision – Horry
County, SC - Mr. Donevant served as
the Project Manager for the 250-acre
275 lot single-family and 320 unit multi-
family residential golf course community
project located in Horry County, SC. This
project was master planned for water
and sewer, and the surrounding commu-
nity was interconnected to improve wa-
ter pressure and provide gravity sewer
offsite. To date Phases 1 and 2 have
been constructed, with a construction
cost of $1,950,000. The remaining
phases are under design for infrastruc-
ture.
Simpson Creek Watershed Study -
FEMA Letter of Map Revision – Horry
County, SC - Mr. Donevant was lead
ICPR modeler for the Watershed Study,
FEMA Letter of Map Revisions (LOMR).
This study consisted of an approximately 42
sq. mi watershed and included substantial
irregular channel data input, survey data in-
terpretation, and hydraulics using ICPR V3.
The study was completed within a year and a
half and successfully resulted in the estab-
lishment of Base Flood Elevations (BFE) for
FEMA Panels 45051C0390H (August 23,
1999), and 45051C0395J (September 17,
2003
Queens Harbor Residential Development
– Myrtle Beach, SC - This 160 acre project
included 5 phases ranging from single family
lots to large commercial parcels A intricate
stormwater model and design was critical to
interphase stormwater conveyance . The lar-
ger commercial parcels in Phase 5 are being
constructed and to date the total construction
cost is $2.3 Million. In addition, Mr. Donevant
was the project manager for the suite of ser-
vices rendered and he represented the pro-
ject before the various local, state, and fed-
eral agencies for all regulatory permitting
since the inception of the project.
Creek Harbour Subdivision – Stormwater
Modeling, Murrells Inlet, SC - Mr.
Donevant was responsible for the modeling of
the stormwater system using ICPR, which
focused on water quantity and quality, since
the discharge is into the Waccamaw River
system. The project included 3 Phases with
a total 111 large single family lots and con-
struction cost $ 1.3 million.
Meadows of St. Patrick Subdivision –
Stormwater Modeling, Surfside Beach,
SC - Mr. Donevant was the Project Manager
for stormwater system design, which in-
cluded several offsite existing subdivisions
upstream and downstream contributing to the
water quality and quantity . The project con-
sisted of 2 phases and 178 lots.
 mdonevant@earthworksgroup.com
 "Let every individual and institution now think and act as a responsible trus-
tee of Earth, seeking choices in ecology, economics and ethics that will pro-
vide a sustainable future, eliminate pollution, poverty and violence, awaken
the wonder of life and foster peaceful progress in the human adventure."

John McConnell – founder of International Earth Day

Stephen G. Williams, M.S. GISP — Environmental Team Leader

Mr. Williams brings ten years of experience in the fields of Environmental Science, Geology, and
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to EARTHWORKS. While in graduate school, his re-
search involved using GIS to construct a computer model with ArcInfo GRID to predict areas
prone to destructive debris flows. Mr. Williams also taught labs for General Geology, Environ-
mental Geology, Petrology, and Computer Applications in Geology while working on his thesis.
His thesis, titled ―Predictive Hydrological Model for Debris Flow Susceptibility using ArcInfo
GRID Applied to the Madison County 1995 Disaster,‖ took top honors graduating year for all
theses presented at Radford University. His work was the continuation and expansion of inter-
nationally recognized work initiated by his advisor Dr. Kimball Knight and featured in CE News
(Feb 2000, www.cenews.com). Mr. Williams Leadership in GIS was recently recognized by
South Carolina as he became one of the first practitioners in the State to become licensed by
the State.

Registration & Certifications:
Geographic Information System
Surveyor SC #24316
GISCI—Certified Geographic Informa-
tion System Professional
Education:
B.S., Geology, Radford University,
Radford, VA 1998
M.S., Environmental & Engineering
Geoscience, Radford University,
Radford, VA 2000
Honors and Committees:
2001—Present Horry Georgetown GIS
Users Group - Recording Officer
Best Research Thesis Award, 2000-
2001
Outstanding Graduate Student Award,
2000
2007 ACSM/NSPS National Map/Plat
Competition – 2nd Place Miscellane-
ous Maps
Sigma Gamma Epsilon—Physical Sci-
ences Honors Fraternity
Association of Engineering Geologists
Detailed Experience:
City of North Myrtle Beach, SC –
Stormwater Master Plan - Worked
on the NPDES Phase II compliance
issues for the Town of North Myrtle
Beach creating a GIS database that
provided the town with comprehen-
sive storm water drainage baseline
drawings. Additionally, the work
involved taking surveyed data and
referencing it within the database,
adding elevation and invert data,
field verification of certain as built
structures, and using Photographic
Global Positioning System (GPS) technol-
ogy to catalog specific structures with
photo-linked GPS points. The project
was compiled in an effort update a
wealth of paper-based plans by convert-
ing them to a comprehensive digital
dataset for the entire area within the
jurisdiction of the city.
ASTM E1527-00 to 05 Phase I Envi-
ronmental Site Assessments (ESA’s)
– ―Various Locations‖ - Mr. Williams has
developed and managed the completion
of numerous Phase I ESA’s utilizing the
American Society for Testing and Materi-
als (ASTM) standard E1527-05. These
assessments were conducted with re-
spect to the range of contaminates
within the scope of Comprehensive Envi-
ronmental Response, Compensation and
Liability Act (CERCLA) (42 U.S.C. 9601)
and petroleum products for various fi-
nancial institutions and private develop-
ment clients.
Horry County Solid Waste Authority,
Inc. (HCSWA), SC - Mr. Williams, with
a previous employer, conducted a hydro-
geologic assessment resulting in the
placement of groundwater monitoring
wells. He constructed a 3-D terrain
model using Geographic Information
System technology. The model coupled
with geotechnical boring and groundwa-
ter data were used to develop a potenti-
ometric map. That map was utilized in
the proper placement of groundwater
monitoring wells. The assessment was
required to fulfill the requirements
needed for the South Carolina Construc-
tion and Demolition and Debris Landfill
Permit.
Turkey Creek Environmental Assess-
ment and Due Diligence—Sierra Club,
Gulfport Mississippi—Mr. Williams was
the project manager for an extensive
environmental review for the Turkey
Creek area outside of Gulfport Missis-
sippi. The local residents in conjunction with
the Sierra Club were seeking expert analysis
on environmental impacts within the Turkey
Creek watershed associated with proposed
development plans. The development within
the area was being conducted in an environ-
mentally damaging fashion that was not be-
ing property regulated. With our assistance
the community was able to prevent develop-
ment as it had been planned so that more
environmentally sensible approaches could be
engineered.
Environmental Impact Statement (EIS)—
Calabash Marina, Calabash NC - Mr. Wil-
liams was project manager for an EIS for the
proposed Calabash Marina. This study was
required by the North Carolina Division of
Coastal Management to satisfy concerns over
potential environmental issues or areas of
controversy related to physical, hydrological,
historical, environmental and biological issues
associated at or in the vicinity of the pro-
posed Calabash Marina property.
Santee River Hydrologic and Wetland
Analysis - Mr. Williams was the project
manager and expert legal witness for the as-
sessment of over 35,000 acres of property
adjacent to the Santee River and downstream
of the St. Stephens Rediversion Canal. This
assessment included determination of juris-
dictional wetlands, river, and groundwater
fluctuation due to riverine changes caused by
releases from the Rediversion project. De-
tailed soil, CAD, vegetation and groundwater
mobile GIS/GPS data were collected and ana-
lyzed for over 27,000 data points. These
data were all utilized in an EARTHWORKS
specifically developed type of GIS forensic
geomorphology. Our forensic GIS geomor-
phology combined the usage of the extensive
field data with cross examination using re-
motely sensed data such as Light Detection
and Ranging (LiDAR), in conjunction with a
Maximum Likelihood Classified spectral analy-
sis. This forensic GIS allowed our team to
develop GIS landform change projections that
were ported to Google Earth format which
were ultimately used by the courts to estab-
lish usable property change.

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 Ray R. Eshelman P.L.S — Chief Surveyor—Technical Support

Mr. Eshelman has over 10 years experience as a professional licensed surveyor, and
currently oversees the Survey Team at EARTHWORKS. These responsibilities include:
quality control, scheduling, survey data drafting, parcel research, continuing educa-
tion, budgeting and equipment purchase. He ensures that projects meet the highest
quality standards, in a timely manner and within budget. Mr. Eshelman performs all
aspects of drafting and boundary line determination, including subdivision and time-
share plats, lot and topographic surveys, and ALTA/ACSM Land Title Surveys. Mr.
Eshelman has utilized GIS ESRI ArcView for research and planning of field surveys,
and storage and cataloging of the associated data. Mr. Eshelman has strived to be at
the forefront of GPS technology by utilizing dual frequency GPS and Robotic technol-
ogy in daily survey functions.

Registration & Certifications:
Professional Land Surveyor
SC # 22753
NC # 4627
Education:
A.S., Science & Eng. Technology,
Horry-Georgetown Technical
College, Conway, SC. 1998
AS/1993/Aircraft Systems
Maintenance Technology
AS/1999/Ecological Controls
Scuba Schools Int. Assistant
Instructor
Certified Floodplain Surveyor
Professional & Civic Activities:
SC Society of Professional Land
Surveyors
National Society of Professional
Surveyors
American Congress Surveying and
Mapping
Adjunct Faculty at Horry-
Georgetown Technical College
teaching Surveying I and
Surveying II
Air Force Sergeants Association
Lifetime Member
Detailed Experience:
PUD Master Plan - Sea Mist Re-
sort, SC - Mr. Eshelman was con-
tracted to provide horizontal and ver-
tical location for a six block area tied
to the South Carolina State Plane
Coordinate System. The data was
collected in a matter that allowed for
post processing and conversion for
storage within a GIS database for
utility and infrastructure inventory,
future master planning and utilization by
architectural and engineering professionals in
future design.
Wetland & Boundary Survey, Grand
Strand Water & Sewer Authority, SC -
Mr. Eshelman was responsible for the loca-
tion and establishment of wetlands and prop-
erty lines for a 4,485 acre parcel known as
Tip Top Plantation. This project was com-
pleted using classical survey methods and
both dual and single frequency GPS. This site
is being developed as a tree farm to be used
in conjunction with an existing water and
wastewater treatment facility located adja-
cent to the parcel.
Beach Renourishment, Great Lakes Dock
and Dredge, North Myrtle Beach, SC - Mr.
Eshelman conducted surveys and verified
sand quantities by running cross-sections
along pre and post dredge locations every
25' from dune to -7 elevation for the entire
8.8 mile reach. This survey work was util-
ized to confirm that sand placement was in
accordance with the USACE contract require-
ments.
Ocean Boulevard Revitalization Project -
City of Myrtle Beach, SC - During this pro-
ject, Mr. Eshelman’s responsibilities included
the establishment of both horizontal and
vertical controls tied to the South Carolina
State Plane Coordinate System. He exten-
sively utilized dual frequency GPS for location
of 16 blocks along Ocean Boulevard. Field
location was then merged with the City’s GIS
and used for engineering and planning pur-
poses for the comprehensive plan for the City
of Myrtle Beach.
ALTA/ACSM Land Title Survey for Broad-
way at the Beach - Myrtle Beach, SC -
Mr. Eshelman was responsible for establish-
ing horizontal and vertical control tied to SC
State Plane Coordinates and field location of
utilities, buildings, parking areas and all
other improvements at Broadway at the
Beach. This location is a 350 acre retail center
located in Myrtle Beach, SC owned and devel-
oped by the Burroughs and Chapin Company,
Inc.
Floral, and Myrtle Basin Watershed Im-
provements, Surfside Beach, SC – Mr.
Eshelman led the Survey Team for the field
investigation and design of the drainage im-
provements for these basins. His survey team
provided horizontal and vertical location for the
entire watershed and tied to the South Caro-
lina State Plane Coordinate System. The data
was collected in a manner that allowed for post
processing and conversion for storage within a
GIS database for utility and infrastructure in-
ventory. His team was also responsible for
construction staking and development of re-
cord drawings for the completed infrastructure
improvements.
ALTA/ACSM Land Title Survey for CVS,
Palmetto Bays - Conway, SC - Mr. Eshelman
was responsible for establishing horizontal and
vertical control tied to SC State Plane Coordi-
nates and field location of utilities, buildings,
parking areas and all other improvements at
the CVS —Palmetto Bays in Conway, SC devel-
oped by Swain & Associates.
Andrews High School Boundary Survey,
Andrews SC—Mr. Eshelman was responsi-
ble for a boundary survey for the old An-
drews High School to determine existing
lines of possession and boundaries to facili-
tate future remodeling efforts. During the
process of performing the survey, he discov-
ered that the school had (unknowingly)
taken possession of properties that were not
legally acquired. As a result, the School
District was able to correct the legal aspects
of the property lines to a satisfactory resolu-
tion for all parties.
 reshelman@earthworksgroup.com

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 J. Reid Hilliard — Senior Environmental Scientist
Registration & Certifications:
Certified Erosion Prevention and
Sediment Control Inspector
Education:
M.S. (candidate), Coastal Marine
and Wetland Studies, Coastal
Carolina University, SC, 2011
B.S., Environmental Chemistry,
Coastal Carolina University, SC,
2000
Honors and Committees:
South Carolina Association of
Stormwater Managers and the
Society of Wetland Scientists
(SWS)
Horry County Rivers and Wetlands
Protection Committee
Certified Erosion Prevention and
Sediment Control Inspector
Director of EARTHWORKS Labora-
tory Certification # 26560001
Detailed Experience:
Murrells Inlet Marshwalk Permit-
ting, Murrells Inlet, SC – Murrells
Inlet Marshwalk Permitting, Murrells
Inlet, SC – Mr. Hilliard has been the
permitting agent and supported fel-
low associates in the acquisition of
several phases of the Murrells Inlet
Marshwalk including all phases of the
Veteran’s Pier. In addition to the
Marshwalk permitting, Mr. Hilliard
was the permitting agent for the
Dockside Marina and dredging per-
mits, the Dockside and Drunken Jacks
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Mr. Hilliard’s eight years of experience with EARTHWORKS has involved extensive work
with numerous federal, state and local agencies throughout North and South Carolina. He
has prepared the timely approval of numerous types of regulatory permit applications such
as wetland impacts, land disturbance activities, commercial marinas, dredging, fishing
piers, private and commercial boatlifts, individual and community dock structures, bulk-
heads, and other types of erosion protections. He also permitted boat ramps and lifts,
beachfront structures, wetland bridges, greentree reservoirs, waterfowl impoundments,
mines, wetland mitigation banks, Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans, Spill Prevention
Control and Countermeasure Plans, and septic tanks.
He has been involved in numerous Environmental Site Assessments, marina Operation and
Maintenance Manuals, Special Area Management Plan projects, and enforcement coordina-
tion among various environmental and project management services. He holds a seat on
the Horry County Rivers and Wetlands Protection Committee. Their mission is to ―facilitate
the development of proactive, unified solutions that protect the quality and value of our
rivers, streams and wetlands for the health, welfare and safety of current and future gen-
erations.‖ Through his experience with coordinating permitting, he has gained a large pro-
fessional network throughout the regulatory community. He has an excellent working
knowledge of current standards.
bulkhead permit, and the Crazy Sister’s Ma- Plan, Community Dock and Boat Ramp. The
rina dredging, marina, and bulkhead permits. Creek Harbour Master Plan included 16 individ-
ual docks, 1 community dock and private com-
Congaree-Carton Wetland Mitigation munity boat ramp within a newly excavated
Bank, Awendaw, SC - Mr. Hilliard has been boat basin. The community dock and boat
involved with protecting, enhancing, and ramp structures provided recreational access to
restoring approximately 424 acres of wet- Collins Creek for the 105 single-family residen-
lands and associated uplands in perpetuity to tial lots within the Creek Harbour Subdivision.
provide wetland mitigation credits for un- The master plan also included wetland impacts
avoidable impacts to South Carolina wet- to 0.64 acres of wetlands along with the pres-
lands. The work has included wetland de- ervation of 24.7 acres of wetlands and en-
lineation, soils, vegetative and hydrologic hancement through 4 acres of upland buffer
assessment of the property and its associ- averaging 35 feet in width.
ated watershed, hydrologic and vegetative
restoration and enhancement design and
permitting, negotiations with the SC MBRT
and drafting of the Mitigation Banking Instru- Belle Isle Marina Permitting, Georgetown,
ment and the associated conservation ease- SC – Mr. Hilliard acted as the agent in the ac-
ment, baseline and yearly monitoring, and quisition of the most recent marina reconfigu-
credit sales coordination. ration and dredging permits for the Belle Isle
Marina. The Marina now contains 81 boat slips
including 10 – 50’ slips, 35 – 40’ slips, and 36
– 30’ boatlift eligible slips. The permit also in-
Town of Surfside Beach, NPDES Phase II
cludes both gas and diesel fuel pumps and a
Permitting – Mr. Hilliard was highly involved
marine pump-out system.
in creating the Town of Surfside Beach’s
Stormwater Management Plan in an effort to
comply with the federally mandated NPDES
Phase II requirements for Small Municipal
Town of Surfside Beach, Dune Walkover
Separate Storm Sewer Systems. The Town
Projects – Mr. Hilliard was involved in the
recently had a courtesy audit by several
design and permitting for several atypical pub-
members from different departments within
lic beach dune walkover structures. Both 13th
both South Carolina Department of Health
Avenue South and the Ocean Boulevard walk-
and Environmental Control (SCDHEC) and
overs were rebuilt in 2005. Additionally, the
SCDHEC – Office of Ocean and Coastal Re-
3rd Avenue North walkover was designed and
source Management. They found that the
the permit application approved by SCDHEC-
Town of Surfside Beach is currently in com-
OCRM.
pliance and is exceeding most other SMS4’s
in the state that have been examined
through the same audit process.
Creek Harbour Dock Master Plan, Mur-
rells Inlet, SC – Mr. Hilliard was also the
agent for the Creek Harbour Dock Master
 rhilliard@earthworksgroup.com
 Duncan Smith P.E. — Project Engineer
Mr. Smith has 8 years experience with design supervision for phases of civil and
environmental work including stormwater systems, water and sewer systems, road
construction, and permitting. He is a certified Erosion Prevention and Sediment
Control Inspector. His time in the construction industry prior to becoming an engineer
gives him a significant advantage by allowing him to incorporate constructability with
design.

His previous employer was Precon Corporation, where he was a field engineer and
project manager for water system improvements for numerous municipalities. As a
field engineer he traveled throughout the southeast working on high profile water and
waste water treatment plant projects that required an engineer on site to make rapid
decisions for field changes do to being under extreme deadlines. As a project
manager he was responsible for the bidding and design of prestressed concrete tanks
used for the storage and treatment of water and waste water.

In addition he worked closely with the be placed on 75 auger-cast piles do to poor

Professional Engineer
SC #27424
Certified Erosion Prevention and
Sediment Control Inspector
#1840
B.S., Civil/Environmental Engineer-
ing, University Of South Carolina,
2004
Honors and Committees:
United States Coast Guard, 3RD
Class Petty Officer, HI, VA, SC
1995 - 1999
American Society of Civil Engineers
Commandant’s Letter of Com-
mendation
3 Coast Guard Meritorious Team
Commendations
United States Coast Guard Good
Conduct Award
Graduated Cum Laude, President’s
List, Dean’s List, Alpha Lamda
Delta
Academic Honor Society, Gamma
Beta Phi, Nominated for
All-American Scholar Collegiate
Award, National Dean’s List,
National Society of Collegiate
Scholars
Detailed Experience:
Palmetto Bays Crossroads, So-
castee, SC – Mr. Smith was the
Construction Manager for this pro-
ject. He worked with Horry Electric
Cooperative to convert an over-
head transmission line, the bi-
sected the property, into an un-
derground transmission line that
allowed more area available for
development and improved the
overall appearance of the project.
contractor to ensure this project met a
seemingly impossible deadline, guarantee-
ing the sale of a key lot to CVS anchoring
this site.
South Carolina Coastal Erosion Study,
Long Bay, SC- Long Bay, South Carolina,
is a heavily populated coastal region that
supports a large tourism industry. Sand
and dune resources are important for both
recreation and coastal habitat. While em-
ployed with University of South Carolina
Geology Department, Mr. Smith was se-
lected to work in conjunction with the
USGS during the deployment oceano-
graphic and sediment transport observa-
tional systems. He was responsible for
the structural design and construction of
most of the instrument housing systems.
The integrity of these structures was para-
mount given the harsh environment they
were subjected to on the ocean floor. In
addition he worked on the deck of the re-
search vessel during instrument deploy-
ment and recovery in 2003.
Myrtle Beach International Airport
Aircraft T-Hangars, Myrtle Beach, SC -
Mr. Smith created storm water model and
design calculations for four(4) aircraft T-
hangars at the Myrtle Beach Airport. The
site is located in an existing master
planned portion of the old Air Force base.
Target Distribution Center, Midway,
GA – Mr. Smith was the designer and su-
perintendent for a 500,000 gallon water
storage tank. A private water treatment
system was constructed with 800 ft wells
to supply potable water for a 1.5 million
square foot Target distribution center.
The tank was built in wetlands and had to
soil conditions.
Waccamaw Neck WTP, Pawleys Island,
SC – Mr. Smith was the Project Manager for
a 2 million gallon ground storage tank for a
water treatment plant that was operating
way below its capabilities. This tank was
constructed several feet into water table and
required constant dewatering to prevent
damage to the foundation. Through his in-
genuity dewatering was accomplished for a
fraction of the price of installing a well point
system keeping this project well below its
$2.5 million budget.
Aerator Pilot Program, City of Apopka,
Orlando, FL – Mr. Smith ran a pilot pro-
gram for a conceptual aerator design.
Through out central Florida most of the deep
wells at water treatment facilities have an
issue with hydrogen sulfide. The City of
Apopka had an aerator that was removing
less than 60% of the hydrogen sulfide. Mr.
Smith was able to obtain a 94% removal,
substantially improving the quality of the
drinking water. Several other water treat-
ment plants through out the Orlando area
were also tested with similar results. These
aerators performed as well as forced draft
aerators for only a fraction of the cost and
required far less maintenance.
F. Wayne Hill Water Resources Center,
Beaufort, GA - Mr. Smith was the field en-
gineer for the construction of 5- 20 million
gallon equalization tanks. He remained on
site during construction monitoring quality
control and ensuring the $20 million project
remained on schedule and under budget.

 dsmith@earthworksgroup.com
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 Chris J. Hammel, P.E. LEED AP, Building Systems Engineer

Christopher J. Hammel is a building systems engineer with education and experience in

the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing design, thermodynamics and fluid mechanics
fields. He has experience in Computer Aided Design (CAD) including AutoCAD and ProE,
Energy simulation modeling and building systems commissioning. He is also experienced
with design of environmentally sustainable systems such as solar hot water heating and
hydronics for residential and commercial projects. He also has construction field experi-
ence working in the construction industry on various projects in the south Florida area.

Mr. Hammel has been with the EARTHWORKS Group for four years preparing and design-
ing Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing drawing packages for commercial and residential
projects. He has experience in the area of green building design and the various products
available to reduce energy and water consumption.

demand was also reduced through the use

Professional Registrations:
Professional Engineer
SC #27391
LEED Accredited Professional, U.S.
Green Building Council
Education:
B.S., Mechanical Engineering,
Clemson University, SC 2002
Honors and Committees:
U.S. Green Building Council—South
Carolina Chapter
Horry Georgetown Home Builders
Association—Coastal Green Council
Detailed Experience:
Island Storage, Ocean Isle, NC - Mr.
Hammel was responsible for the design of
the mechanical and electrical systems for
this 48,000 square foot temperature con-
trolled storage warehouse. The project
also involved the mechanical, electrical,
and plumbing design for a 2,500 square
foot office building with living quarters
above. The design involved energy effi-
cient lighting with occupancy sensor con-
trols.
American Athletic Club, Myrtle Beach,
SC - EARTHWORKS was hired by a private
owner to design a two story commercial
facility to house an athletic training facility
on the second floor and retail stores at the
ground level. The project involved me-
chanical, electrical, and plumbing design
for the operation of the facility along with
comfort of the customers coming to use it.
Mr. Hammel was directly involved in the
design and planning of the mechanical,
electrical, and plumbing systems involved
in this project.
of efficient lighting products throughout the
building along with instantaneous water
heaters for all hot water requirements.
Grammer Law Firm, Myrtle Beach, SC -
Earthworks was retained to provide the up-
fit plans for this 4,900 square foot office
building in downtown Myrtle Beach. The
design involved assessing the condition of
the existing mechanical, electrical, and
plumbing systems and the overall condition
of the building. New building plans were
then developed to optimize the equipment
to improve occupant comfort and energy
efficiency.
JS Elite Flooring, Myrtle Beach, SC -
EARTHWORKS was hired by a private owner
to design the retrofit for an office building/
sales center in Myrtle Beach. The project
involved analyzing and modifying the exist-
ing mechanical, electrical, and plumbing
systems to meet the new requirements of
the building occupancy. Mr. Hammel de-
signed the mechanical, electrical, and
plumbing plans for this project.

Beach Bums III, Myrtle Beach, SC- Blue Whale Retail Center, Surfside
CDI Reinforced Concrete Plant,
EARTHWORKS was retained to provide Beach, SC - EARTHWORKS prepared con-
Surfside Beach, SC - EARTH-
design/build services for this 6,000 square struction plans for a 17,000 square foot re-
WORKS was retained by Concrete
foot retail space currently under construc- tail space recently constructed in Surfside
Designs Incorporated to prepare
tion. Mr. Hammel was responsible for the Beach. Mr. Hammel was responsible for the
construction plans for a new rein-
mechanical, electrical, and plumbing de- mechanical, electrical, and plumbing design
forced concrete pipe plant in the
signs of this retail space and attached mini for this project.
Surfside Beach area. The project
mart convenience store.
involved mechanical, electrical,
Captain Dave's Dockside, Murrells Inlet,
and plumbing designs for the sup-
EARTHWORKS Building II, Murrells SC– EARTHWORKS was retained to provide
port of the Hawkeye Pipe Plus ma-
Inlet, SC – EARTHWORKS recently com- mechanical, electrical, and plumbing draw-
chinery, conveying systems, and
pleted construction of there new 15,000 ings for this 7,100 square foot restaurant
concrete mixer. AutoCAD plans
square foot office building in Murrells currently open in Murrells Inlet.
were provided with plans and
Inlet. Mr. Hammel was in charge of the
schematics for the layout of the
building systems design which focused on
MCC room and the three buildings
green building concepts and LEED design.
associated with the plant.
The HVAC design utilized highly efficient
17 seer heat pumps and individually con-
trolled task area air distribution. Energy

 chammel@earthworksgroup.com
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for clients needing integrated design solutions,
EARTHWORKS is the premier group that
provides courteous, professional service, maximizing
client success and project quality

Professional Affiliations
US Green Building Council
Water Environment Federation
SC Association of Stormwater Managers
American Society of Civil Engineers
American Congress Survey and Mapping
National Society of Professional Surveyors
Construction Specifications Institute
American Institute of Architects
National Society of Professional Engineers
SC Society of Land Surveyors
NC Society of Land Surveyors
American Waterworks Association
State Mapping Advisory Council
Georgetown County Chamber of Commerce
Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce

“We must always remember the delicate balance between

man and nature, and work to preserve the best in both,”
Steven G. Strickland, P.E.; LEED AP
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Sea Coast Communities, Inc.
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