Happenings
Trail Master Planning for State Forests and Parks
BSC was selected by the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) to develop trail master plans for two state forests in Brimfield and Leominster, as well as Robinson State Park in Feeding Hills. The plans focus on protecting natural, cultural, and scenic resources while creating a more connected and accessible trail network. BSC’s work…Read More
Sam Wright Field Wetland and Floodplain Restoration
BSC worked with the Town of Easton to restore wetlands and enhance flood resilience at Sam Wright Field, part of the Wheaton Farm Conservation Area. This 1,000-acre property lies within the Canoe River ACEC and plays a critical role in protecting water quality and managing stormwater. The site included Mulberry Meadow Brook, which was impacted…Read More
Allens Pond Wildlife Sanctuary Site Improvements
This multi-phase project supports Mass Audubon’s long-term salt marsh restoration efforts, enhancing resilience against sea level rise. Phase 1: Identified wetland resource areas and access points for restoration, addressing runnels, ditches, standing water, and upland entry. Phase 2: Assisted in permitting the partial removal of a deteriorating dam, improving tidal flow and initiating gradual water…Read More
Rights of Wetlands Operationalization for Biodiversity and Community Resilience Project
The Rights of Wetlands Operationalization for Biodiversity and Community Resilience Project, funded by the UK government’s Darwin Initiative, is examining and developing approaches to operationalize Rights of Wetlands. Wetlands International, International Water Management Institute (IMWI), BSC Group, Community Environmental Legal Defense Fund (CELDF), and others are collaborating with Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities (IPLC) and…Read More
On-Call Land Surveying Services
BSC provided land surveying services for multiple sewer expansion projects for the Town of Barnstable, MA. These projects involved extensive surveying across large, diverse areas, encompassing both neighborhood roads and main streets. We integrated topographic field survey data with photogrammetry provided by a subconsultant and layered on record utility information and the finish floor elevation…Read More
Upper Hilldale Avenue Development Study
BSC’s work has helped the landowner to market the parcels for future development creating great value to the owner and City of Haverhill with the goal of generating jobs in the area. BSC developed comprehensive concepts for the full industrial build-out of parcels along Upper Hilldale Avenue, creating a strategic vision to enhance the marketability…Read More
Downtown Urban Revitalization Plan
BSC worked with the Southbridge Redevelopment Authority to help them prepare an urban revitalization plan to redevelop their downtown area. Over the years, the town has been able to preserve much of its historic building stock, resulting in a well-defined downtown area with rich and unique character. The resulting urban renewal plan, in accordance with…Read More
Site Assessment and Market Study
BSC was engaged by MassDevelopment to provide a comprehensive site assessment and market analysis for the former municipal transfer station located at 5 Incinerator Road in Dedham, MA. The site, which was used as a transfer station until 2019 and is currently utilized for DPW overflow storage, is being evaluated for potential reuse. BSC partnered…Read More
Old Common Road Conceptual Site Reuse
BSC provided planning and environmental engineering services for MassDevelopment and the Town of Lancaster for the state-owned Old Common Road site. The approximately fifty-acre Site consists of a campus that was established in 1854 as the Lancaster Industrial School for Girls, one of the first reform schools in the country. After the school’s closure in…Read MorePages: