Facing difficult site conditions and an unpredictable drilling schedule, RETTEW delivered a successful, on-time solution for this project. Located in a glaciated valley with challenging topography, deep bedrock, and a high water table, the site required careful planning and innovative design to ensure slope stability, stormwater management, and unhindered access.

To address these complex conditions, RETTEW leveraged in-house experts from multiple disciplines to develop practical, sustainable solutions. Working closely with the client, we designed low-maintenance, environmentally friendly stormwater controls that eliminated the need for costly and complex structural BMPs. A large infiltration basin filled with a specialized soil blend and native vegetation treats runoff from the well pad, while a series of vegetated roadside cells along the access road manage and slow stormwater flow. Access to the pad site was also uniquely challenging. We carefully designed a paved road up steep terrain between utility poles and property setbacks — minimizing maintenance costs and avoiding permit delays. The road alignment and stormwater features were optimized to reduce erosion and preserve surrounding wetlands.

By identifying issues early and collaborating across disciplines, RETTEW ensured efficient design, permitting, and construction — ultimately delivering a high-performing site tailored to the client’s operational goals. The Webster 549 project exemplifies how strategic problem-solving and integrated design can overcome even the most difficult site constraints.