Our Services

Water Systems
Wastewater Systems
Storm Water Systems
Roadway Design
Streetscape Projects
Site Development
Planning
Air Modeling and Permitting
Grant / Loan Assistance and Administration
Utility Rate Studies
Mapping
List Of Clients

Water Systems   back to top
Safe and reliable potable water systems are critical for the well being of our residents and communities. HPG and Company has extensive experience working with systems throughout South Carolina, both large and small. Our projects have extended the gamut from small, single source community systems with small diameter pipe to large municipal systems with complex distribution and treatment facilities. We are able to offer services for a wide range of water system needs.

Existing system evaluation and master planning
Hydraulic computer modeling
Groundwater wells and treatment
Booster pumping stations
Distribution systems
Ground and elevated storage tanks
Instrumentation and control systems
Surface water treatment facilities

Wastewater Systems   back to top
Federal and State regulations for wastewater systems are constantly changing with efforts to protect our rivers and streams while providing for needed wastewater treatment and disposal for our citizens. HPG and Company has the experience and the knowledge to assist wastewater systems in a number of areas.

Existing and new system evaluation and planning
Sanitary sewerage collection system
Pumping stations and force mains
Outfalls and transportation systems
Wastewater treatment facilities
Sludge handling and disposal
NPDES permit renewals
Land application systems
Alternative and innovative systems
Infiltration and inflow studies
Pretreatment programs
Odor control plans

Storm Water Systems   back to top
The development of feasible options to resolve vexing storm water problems can require innovative and creative solutions. HPG and Company has the ability to provide a full range of services to assist with our client’s storm water needs.

Evaluation of existing storm water problem areas
Development of plans for storm water improvements
Coordination with wetland and other environmental consultants
Design of storm water systems
Assistance in obtaining needed permitting
Soil and erosion control methods

Roadway Design   back to top
Whether its installation of a service road to a new pump station or treatment facility, or the extension of a new city street, HPG and Company has the ability to assist with planning and design of new roadways.

Layout and preliminary design and costing
Preparation of construction plans and specifications
Permitting for construction
Assistance in obtaining public and private rights-of-way
Coordination of soils and pavement testing by consultants

Streetscape Projects   back to top
The appearance and aesthetic appeal of our communities can be the difference in attracting quality development, and expanding job markets and tax bases for overall economic health of an area. HPG and Company has assisted a number of towns with the funding, design and construction of streetscape improvements.

Preliminary planning and cost estimates
Project development
Surveying and design
Assistance in obtaining permits
Construction of improvements such as:
      New and rehabilitated sidewalks
      Pedestrian crosswalks
      Pedestrian scale lighting
      Removal of overhead wiring
      Irrigation and landscaping installation
      Installation of fountains and town clocks
      Parking improvements

Site Development   back to top
HPG and Company has the ability to provide private developers and public entities with designs for their developments. This includes residential, commercial and industrial developments. We also are able to assist our local government clients with the review of plans prepared for private developments within their jurisdictions to ensure compliance with local regulations.

Preliminary layouts for privately planned subdivisions
Infrastructure and lot layouts and cost estimates for public developments such as industrial parks
Infrastructure design – water, sewer, roadways and storm water
Assistance in obtaining local and state permits
Preparation of preliminary and final subdivision plats
Coordination with utility service providers
Assistance in obtaining public rights-of-way
Private easement preparation
Coordination of final inspections and permitting
Review of plans prepared by others for compliance with local ordinances and requirements

Planning   back to top
HPG and Company offers a wide range of planning services for our clients. We have the ability to develop the following types of plans developed to meet your particular needs.

Master plans for water, sewer and storm water systems
Evaluation of existing infrastructure systems with recommendations for needed improvements
Rural Development funded predevelopment planning documents
Needs assessments of CDBG eligible low and moderate income areas
Hydraulic models and evaluations of water systems
Environmental assessments and reports
Process safety management studies
Spill prevention and control plans
Odor control plans
Alternative evaluations
Industrial site evaluations and plans
Operation and maintenance manuals
Risk management plans

Air Modeling and Permitting   back to top
HPG and Company is included on the SC Department of Health and Environmental Control’s list of consultants capable of performing air dispersion models meeting the requirements of the Bureau of Air Quality. We have in the past provided the following services for our clients:

Air dispersion modeling
Preparation of permit applications

Grant / Loan Assistance and Administration   back to top
Because the majority of our work is for public and non-profit entities, HPG and Company is very familiar with each of the state and federal funding sources available for the disciplines in which we work. We are able to provide assistance to our clients throughout the funding process from development of preliminary costs, through the application process and implementation of the project.

Community Development Block Grant Program
Rural Development Program of the USDA’s Rural Utilities Service
Economic Development Administration
SCDOT’s Transportation Enhancement Program
Budget and Control Board’s Office of Local Government
State Revolving Fund Program
Other programs administered by the SC Department of Commerce or the State Budget and Control Board

Utility Rate Studies   back to top
Frequently as a part of the both the planning and funding process a utility system must project budgets and review its user charges to ensure sufficient funds will be available for long term operation, maintenance and replacement of its system components as well as for debt retirement. HPG and Company is able to help our clients successfully work through this process.

Assistance in developing budgets for a projected planning period
Development of revenue requirements
Review of existing charges and revenues
Presentation of options for revisions to existing rate structures
Development of new user charges and revenue sources

Mapping   back to top
HPG and Company has the equipment, software and expertise to assist in meeting the mapping needs of our clients. This can include compilation of overall system maps, mapping of new service areas, overall maps showing valve and hydrant locations to satisfy requirements of SCDHEC.

Following is a listing of local government related clients for which HPG and Company is currently providing services.

Town of Allendale
Beaufort-Jasper Water & Sewer Authority
Town of Blythewood
Bull Swamp Rural Water Company, Inc.
Calhoun County
Town of Eastover
Town of Fairfax
Gilbert-Summit Rural Water District
Greenwood Commissioners of Public Works
Jenkinsville Rural Water Company, Inc.
Lee County
Town of Lexington
Town of Lynchburg
Town of Pelion
Town of Ridge Spring
Town of Ridgeway
Saluda County Water & Sewer Authority
Town of Saluda
City of Sumter
Sumter County
Wallace Water Company, Inc.
City of West Columbia
Town of Winnsboro

List Of Clients   back to top