Business Details
44 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Partner for Environmental and Landscape Solutions
The Watershed is a multidisciplinary environmental services and landscape architecture firm dedicated to balancing the interests of people and nature. With decades of experience, we specialize in civil engineering, natural resource assessment, ecological restoration, and environmental planning for both public and private sector clients. Our team of certified arborists, fisheries biologists, and landscape architects delivers client-centered solutions rooted in scientific expertise and innovative design.We provide comprehensive services including wetland delineation, stormwater monitoring, fish habitat restoration, and interpretive planning across the Pacific Northwest and beyond. Our commitment to responsible environmental stewardship drives every project, from urban forestry management to large-scale ecosystem restoration. We collaborate closely with clients to ensure regulatory compliance while achieving sustainable, ecologically sound outcomes that benefit communities and natural systems alike.
Services
Urban Forestry
Fish Exclusion
Landscape Architecture
Permitting Services
Stormwater Monitoring
Stream Habitat Design
Wetland Mitigation
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- We offer ISA-certified arborists with multidisciplinary expertise in ecology and permitting
- Our team has 37 years of experience in landscape architecture and ecological restoration
- We provide emergency fish exclusion services during critical project windows
- Our staff includes certified fisheries biologists and TRAQ-qualified tree risk assessors
- We maintain headquarters in Seattle with regional offices across Washington State
Associations and certifications
- International Society of Arboriculture (ISA)
Services
Urban Forestry
Our ISA-certified arborists provide comprehensive urban forestry services including tree inventories, risk assessments, and forest stewardship planning. We integrate ecological principles with infrastructure needs to manage urban tree canopies effectively. Our multidisciplinary approach combines GIS analysis with permitting expertise to deliver sustainable tree management solutions for municipalities and private clients.
Fish Exclusion
We specialize in fish exclusion and relocation services for in-water construction projects. Our certified fisheries biologists use electrofishing equipment and specialized nets to safely remove fish during critical project windows. With expertise in Washington State's aquatic regulations, we help clients meet permit requirements while protecting local fish populations during infrastructure development.
Landscape Architecture
Our landscape architects create designs that balance ecological function with human needs. We develop sustainable solutions for parks, shorelines, and urban spaces that enhance biodiversity while providing recreational and aesthetic value. With 37 years of experience, our team integrates native plant materials and low-impact design principles to create resilient landscapes across multiple scales.
Permitting Services
We navigate complex environmental regulations to secure permits for projects involving wetlands, streams, and critical areas. Our planners have deep expertise in NEPA/SEPA compliance, shoreline master programs, and endangered species act requirements. We help clients prepare documentation and mitigation plans that meet federal, state, and local regulatory standards efficiently.
Stormwater Monitoring
Our scientists conduct comprehensive stormwater monitoring programs to protect water quality and meet regulatory requirements. We develop and implement stormwater pollution prevention plans, perform post-storm sampling, and prepare compliance reports. Our multidisciplinary approach ensures effective management of stormwater impacts from urban development projects.
People
Amber Mikluscak
Senior Ecologist
Amber specializes in wetland delineation and mitigation planning with 15 years of experience in Pacific Northwest ecosystems. She leads complex environmental assessments and regulatory compliance projects.
Kyle Braun
Landscape Architect
Kyle focuses on integrating ecological principles into landscape design solutions. He has extensive experience in park planning and sustainable site design across Washington State.
Katy Crandall
Ecologist & Arborist
Katy combines expertise in wetland science and urban forestry to develop holistic environmental solutions. She specializes in critical area permitting and tree risk assessment.
Nell Lund
Interpretive Planner
Nell develops educational programs and interpretive materials that connect communities with natural resources. She specializes in creating engaging public spaces through design.
Questions
What environmental services do you offer?
We provide wetland delineation, fish habitat restoration, stormwater monitoring, urban forestry, and regulatory permitting services across the Pacific Northwest.
How long have you been in business?
The Watershed Company has been operating since 1982, with our team's expertise spanning decades of environmental consulting experience.
Do you work with both public and private clients?
Yes, we serve government agencies, municipalities, and private sector clients across residential, commercial, and infrastructure project types.
What geographic areas do you cover?
We maintain offices in Seattle, Federal Way, Kirkland, and Spokane, serving projects throughout Washington State and the broader Pacific Northwest region.
Are your staff members certified professionals?
Our team includes ISA-certified arborists, certified fisheries biologists, and licensed landscape architects with specialized technical qualifications.
Reviews (1)
Kian Pro Ultimate
Nov 19, 2019
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Quite possibly the worst management, and customer service out there. I would definitely go elsewhere. Put a lien on our property for an unpaid invoice that was 30 days past due. Consumers be aware, and stay away.
