The Wallace Group, Inc.

Northwest Geosystem Experts

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About the firm

The Wallace Group, Inc. provides applied earth and environmental science solutions throughout the Pacific Northwest. Established in 1997, it delivers multidisciplinary consulting services, including geotechnical engineering, geologic hazard evaluations, environmental consulting, and water resource management, to commercial, industrial, governmental, and institutional clients.

Established
1997
Firm type
Geotechnical Engineering · Environmental Engineering · Materials Testing

Credentials

A2LA Laboratory Accreditation

People

Scott WallacePresident/Principal Geologist

Capabilities

Geotechnical Engineering

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Evaluates subsurface conditions to support structural design, foundation development, and earthworks across diverse terrain.

  • Geotechnical Engineering Studies

    Conducts site investigations and analyses to determine soil and rock properties for engineering design.

Geologic Hazards

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Identifies and assesses natural geological conditions that could impact construction and public safety.

Environmental Consulting

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Assists clients with environmental risk management, property due diligence, and site restoration planning.

  • Environmental Site Assessments

    Performs Phase I and Phase II reviews to identify potential environmental liabilities and contaminant concerns.

Natural Resource Evaluations

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Assesses physical and biological site characteristics to support sustainable development and regulatory compliance.

  • Agricultural Soil Assessments

    Analyzes agricultural soils to determine land capability and nutrient management requirements.

Environmental Compliance and Permitting

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Navigates environmental regulations to secure project approvals and maintain ongoing operational compliance.

  • Regulatory Permitting

    Drafts and submits permit applications to local, state, and federal environmental regulatory bodies.

Hydrogeology and Water Resources

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Analyzes groundwater systems and manages water rights to secure supply and evaluate potential impacts.

  • Groundwater Impact Assessments

    Evaluates how construction, extraction, or discharge activities affect local aquifers and water quality.

  • Water Resource Supply Evaluations

    Determines water availability and coordinates water rights acquisitions for community or commercial use.

Construction Special Inspection

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Verifies that construction activities comply with approved project designs and international building codes.

  • International Code Council Special Inspection

    Performs critical structural inspections in accordance with rigorous International Code Council standards.

Laboratory Materials Testing

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Performs specialized testing of soil, concrete, and asphalt in certified facilities to confirm material compliance.

  • Construction Materials Testing

    Conducts on-site and laboratory-based assessments of building materials to verify load-bearing and durability parameters.

Industries

Commercial · Industrial · Government · Land Development · Environmental & Remediation · Education · Parks & Open Space · Transportation · Water Supply · Data Centers

Projects

Bend Whitewater Park & Pedestrian Bridge

Bend, OR · Parks & Open Space · 2012

Project details

Designed complex engineering elements while maintaining the integrity of an existing dam and river levels in the Old Mill District.

Caldera High School

Bend, OR · Education · 2017

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Provided geotechnical services for the largest facility built under a major regional construction bond.

Kuna, Idaho Data Center Campus

Kuna, ID · Data Centers · 2024

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Provided geotechnical and materials testing services for a large-scale data center campus development.

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