From the desk of Lucas Foertsch, Environmental Specialist II: Infrastructure has become a need of the modern era, but so too has the effort to mitigate its impact on the surrounding environment. The design, creation, and long-term care of mitigation projects is imperative to the health and longevity of our local ecosystems. Although my work is not directly focused on wildlife, it is always beneficial to note which species are utilizing a habitat and the information it can provide. Observing sensitive indicator or endangered species is exciting, but often times many of the more mundane species, like the ones in these photos, can provide meaningful insights into the condition of a habitat. 🦋 Tiger Swallowtail Butterfly: It had freshly metamorphosed and appeared to be drying its wings on the trunk of a small sapling along the boundary of a wetland in Santa Claus, IN. They have a range of host plants and habitats, and although they’re not an especially informative species, it made me feel like a Disney Princess. 🦀 Crayfish: This large specimen was found utilizing a recently created vernal pool on a wetland site near Austin, IN. The pools were excavated late last year as part of an effort to improve the size and quality of a wetland habitat in the region, which already include a diverse range of amphibians, reptiles, aquatic invertebrates, and provide a water source for terrestrial animals. 🦎 Long-Tailed Salamander: It was seeking shade between frail layers of compressed shale in a bedrock-bottom stream in Yellowwood State Forest. The goal of the project is to protect and enhance the stream following a nearby construction project. It is encouraging to see sensitive indicator species, like salamanders, present throughout the bed and banks. 🐍 Northern Water Snake: This juvenile snake was sunning itself, suspended atop a single stalk of woolgrass. Unlike his incredibly ill-tempered elders, he was very docile and willing to strike a pose. Well-vegetated wetland habitats provide a fantastic hunting opportunity for them, while also offering them cover to limit their exposure to other predators. This and many other species of snake are thriving on this wetland property near Little York, IN. 🐢 False Map Turtle: It was found sunning itself on large stones we used to prevent erosion along a bend in the Flatrock River in Flatrock, IN. This stretch of the river has many species of turtles, including a plethora of softshell turtles. They can be seen basking along the rocks and any downed logs in the area; but, if you’re there at the right time of year, you’re sure to find masses of half-dollar-sized juveniles fumbling about. Seeing these common, positive habitat contributors is a good thing! All our Environmental Services team can do is create the best quality habitat possible and hope it provides these species with adequate resources. #LifeAtLochmueller
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About us
Lochmueller Group is an employee-owned, full-service survey, planning, engineering and environmental firm serving clients throughout the U.S. and abroad. While maintaining its strong focus on planning, today the firm addresses a wide variety of needs from early data collection and modeling through public involvement, design, and construction oversight. This comprehensive range of services allows Lochmueller to better understand and appreciate the client’s ultimate goals and how to achieve them. Planners and designers have access to a wide variety of expertise in-house readily available to provide insights on specific planning and design considerations, permitting, costs, and a host of other subjects.
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http://www.lochgroup.com
External link for Lochmueller Group
- Industry
- Civil Engineering
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- 201-500 employees
- Headquarters
- Evansville, IN
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 1980
- Specialties
- Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Planning, Traffic Engineering, Water Resource Planning & Design, Environmental Services, Constructed Wetlands, Construction Inspection, Survey, Asset & Resource Management, Right-of-Way Engineering & Services, and Transportation Modeling
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Yesterday, we held our eagerly-awaited annual ESOP Stock Reveal 🥳🍾 Each office enjoyed a lively party, celebrating the company's new valuation with appetizers, entertainment, and prizes. This year, we created Stock News Live (SNL) for the entertainment portion. Please enjoy these exclusive behind-the-scenes clips from the making of our version of SNL! #LifeAtLochmueller #ESOP #ESOPStockReveal #Valuation #Announcement #Achievement #Celebration #EmployeeOwned #StockNewsLive #SNL Dave Henkel David Goffinet Doug Shatto Jordyn Langley Adam Smith Scott J. Smith Charles (Chip) Touzinsky, III, PE, ENV SP Vivian Phung Laurel Harrington, PLA, ASLA, LEED AP Gary Francis Quigg, M.A., R.P.A. Marc Oakley, P.E. Teresa Kirkbride Ryan Pattenaude Brandi Tarner Ben Britton Ben Schebler Steve Coates Jordan Pettibone, PE Misty Meznarsic Breanna Henderson, M.P.S., R.P.A. Harmony Gratzer, CPSM Amy Moore Lacey B. Jeff Gerbig Ted Rutherford Michael Serrano Kendra Rogers, PE Kylie Kaiser Brianna G. Kereston Montee, MAC
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July’s service spotlight is Threatened and Endangered Species, so for this #FAQFriday we are answering: How and why does Lochmueller Group monitor bats? Find out now: https://hubs.li/Q02FRv8f0 #LifeAtLochmueller #LochTalk #Bats #BatMonitoring #MistNetting #EndangeredSpecies #LochmuellerCares #Lochgroup #LochmuellerGroup #WhiteNoseSyndrome #ServiceSpotlightSeries
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Bryce Dhom, a recent University of Louisville graduate, is our newest hire as Engineer I in the Construction department! He brings two years of engineering intern experience doing structural work and some project management. In his new role, Bryce will be reviewing drawings and field construction to make sure what is designed is actually installed on different road construction projects. Welcome to #LifeAtLochmueller, Bryce! Get to know Bryce more 👇 What led you to your career path? “I always enjoyed seeing how the world is built and am a good problem solver.” #WhyWednesday What is your all-time favorite TV show or movie? “TV show: Peaky Blinders” This or that: Which type of construction project would you rather be working on: roadway or bridge? “Bridge since I have a background with structural steel designs.” #newhire #welcome #welcometotheteam #newemployee #civilengineering #engineer #construction #constructionadministration #structuraldesign #roadwaydesign #problemsolving
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Welcoming Steven Lum, a recent Saint Louis University graduate with previous internship design experience! As Engineer I in the Traffic Engineering & Planning department, Steven’s responsibilities include traffic studies and signal design. Welcome to #LifeAtLochmueller, Steven! Get to know Steven more 👇 What led you to your career path? “I grew up next to an airport, so I was always watching planes fly over my house.” #WhyWednesday What is your all-time favorite TV show or movie? “Ted Lasso” This or that: Pedestrian, driver, or cyclist? “Pedestrian” #newhire #welcome #welcometotheteam #newemployee #civilengineering #engineer #trafficservices #trafficengineering #trafficstudies #signaldesign #trafficsignal #trafficsignaldesign
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Big congrats to Laura Mwirigi, PE, CFM for being named to the 2024-2025 ACEC Missouri Board of Directors 🎉 #LifeAtLochmueller
The 2024-2025 Board of Directors officially took office on July 1, 2024. This group of leaders directs the organization and serves our membership. Over the coming months we will introduce you to our leadership. Congratulations to our new board members: Bob Gilbert; Steve Hicks; Shawnna Erter; Kristen Leathers; Howard Gotschall II, P.E., S.E.; Kandi Spraggs; Laura Mwirigi, PE, CFM; Steve Prange; Chris Linneman; Jack Schaller; Vicki LaRose; Kevin Wallace, P.E.
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Today we’re celebrating Umar Faruq, PE, for receiving the Professional Engineer (PE) certification! With this license, Umar can sign, stamp, and seal project plans. “Getting this certification has been a major goal of mine and a big step in my professional career,” Umar said. “It also gives me more confidence to take on more responsibility and a higher level of work. Looking forward to all the big projects that I can sign off on! 😎” Join us in congratulating Umar on this amazing achievement! #LifeAtLochmueller #newcertification #certification #PEexam #PEcertification #PElicense #PE #ProfessionalEngineer #engineer #civilengineering #achievement #accomplishment #careeradvancement #leaddesignengineer #goal #waterresources
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The SR 11 Roadway Project is located in southern Harrison County, Indiana, in a region consisting of steep bedrock terrain with a large bluff that overlooks Buck Creek on the east side. The purpose of this project is to provide a roadway in the southern region of Harrison County that provides improved safety performance connecting SR 135 to SR 11 by designing and constructing a roadway that meets current design standards. A unique feature of this project was the karst topography in this region due to the underlying limestone within this area of Indiana. Many different types of surveys were conducted early on in the NEPA process to identify karst feature locations within the project area. The Preferred Alternative identified in the Environmental Assessment for this project utilizes existing roadways wherever feasible to reduce the environmental impacts to the area as much as possible. Read more about the project on our website: https://hubs.li/Q02FFf_Y0
SR 11 - Lochmueller Group
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With the Fourth of July being yesterday, we know things can get a little crazy on the road. So, for this #FAQFriday we are answering: What are some tips for safer travel? Read about these tips now: https://hubs.li/Q02Ct5TS0 #LifeAtLochmueller #Lochtalk #FourthofJuly #safetravels #forthtravels #SafeStreetsSummer #FAQFriday #Traveltips #Lochgroup #lochmuellergroup #loch
Safer Travels, Happier Summer: Fourth of July Travel Tips - Lochmueller Group
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Lochmueller’s newest hire is Kaden Doutt, a recent Purdue University graduate 🎓 He will join our Indianapolis office as Engineer I in the Traffic Engineering & Planning department! Welcome to #LifeAtLochmueller, Kaden! Get to know Kaden more 👇 What led you to your career path? “I found the area of study interesting during my time in university, and I’m interested to learn more about it.” #WhyWednesday What is your all-time favorite TV show or movie? “I don’t really have any favorites, but I usually choose Sherlock if I have to pick.” This or that: Pedestrian, driver, or cyclist? “My most frequent mode of transportation is driving, so I’d probably go with that.” #newhire #welcome #welcometotheteam #newemployee #civilengineering #engineer #trafficservices #trafficengineering
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