Due Diligence

Land acquisition and development projects typically require thorough assessment of potential water availability. EKI provides water resource due diligence services to inform major investment decisions and project planning.

Both public and private sector projects often depend on access to long-term, reliable water supplies of sufficient quantity and suitable quality. Data centers, agricultural developments, industrial facilities, oil and gas exploration and development, and public water supply operations each present distinct water needs dependent on the water available at a particular site. Inadequate assessment of water availability introduces substantial risk to project feasibility and long-term viability during land acquisition and development planning.

EKI routinely evaluates groundwater, surface water, and publicly supplied water options to support site selection and acquisition decisions. Our team of hydrogeologists assesses aquifer characteristics, reviews existing water rights and permitting processes, characterizes likely well yield and water quality, and projects water supply reliability within the context of each project’s specific requirements. These assessments can also consider potential impacts of drought, regulatory constraints, and competing water demands. Surface water assessments include evaluation of streamflow, seasonal variability, and impacts of existing appropriations. For projects considering public water supply connections, EKI evaluates system capacity, infrastructure limitations, and the feasibility of service extensions, often in coordination with the water utility at the client’s direction.

EKI’s experienced staff performs these environmental and water resource due diligence evaluations to support informed decision making. Our assessments establish the scientific information necessary to proceed with major investments such as land acquisitions and development projects with a clear understanding of potential risks and associated mitigation strategies.