Erosion control is an important consideration for construction and stormwater control projects. ILM has decades of experience performing construction site erosion control for NPDES permitting, developing Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP), and filing for...
Wetlands are vital to the environment and our communities, providing services no other ecosystem can. They act as sponges and absorb water during storms, reducing flood damage and providing erosion control. Wetlands also help filter stormwater, reducing contaminants...
There are laws in place to protect our waterways and wetlands. Various agencies help ensure different aspects of these laws are being enforced and that impacts to the environment are minimized during construction projects. This helps ensure that sustainable...
ILM staff can help to identify if your project qualifies for a local, state, federal or foundation grant. Our staff has experience researching, writing and administering many types of grants. We can work with your board to develop a well suited project that meets the...
What is Bathymetric and Sediment Mapping and Why is it Important? Bathymetric mapping is used to chart the underwater surface of a waterbody. Mapping the bed of a waterbody allows us to calculate the volume of water in a lake or pond. Bathymetric mapping is critical...
What is a Lake Management Plan? Lakes and ponds are all unique, especially in Illinois and Wisconsin with different environmental factors influencing water quality. Some factors that have negative impacts on water quality include lawn fertilizer runoff, grass...