Civil Solutions Group

Geology Services in Provo & Utah County

From the Wasatch Fault to Utah Lake’s basin, Civil Solutions Group delivers certified geology services built for Provo’s seismic conditions, freeze-thaw cycles, and rapid urban growth.

Utah County overlooking Lehi, American Fork, Alpine, and Utah Lake

Provo’s Go-To Geology Firm for Safe, Sustainable Development

Civil Solutions Group’s Utah County engineering firm serves Provo and the surrounding communities with the local knowledge that makes the difference. We understand the Wasatch fault system, Utah Lake basin drainage behavior, and the compounding effects of Provo’s freeze-thaw cycles on soil stability.

Whether you’re breaking ground on a new development near the Timpanogos foothills or evaluating an irrigation canal along the Provo River corridor, our certified geologists deliver reports built for regulatory compliance and long-term safety.

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Provo's Unique Geologic Challenges Demand Local Expertise

Utah County sits at the intersection of several distinct geologic hazard zones. The region’s rapid development, seismic activity along the Wasatch Fault, and seasonal groundwater fluctuations from snowmelt create conditions that require a geologist who knows the territory — not just the textbooks.

Our Provo-based team has direct experience assessing sites across Orem, Springville, Mapleton, Spanish Fork, Payson, and the entire I-15 corridor through Utah Valley.

1. Wasatch Fault Seismicity

One of the most active fault segments in the western U.S., requiring precise fault-rupture setback assessments for any new construction.

2. Freeze-Thaw Soil Expansion

Provo’s freeze cycles accelerate slope instability and foundation movement across foothills developments.

3. Provo River & Utah Lake Basin Drainage

Seasonal snowmelt from the Wasatch dramatically shifts groundwater levels, affecting foundations, retaining structures, and earthen embankments.

4. Steep Slope Landslide Risk

East Bench and Hobble Creek drainage slopes carry significant slide potential — especially following wet winters.

What We Do

Geologic Hazards Assessment

We identify and evaluate site-specific geologic risks throughout Utah County — including rockfall zones in the Wasatch foothills, landslide-prone East Bench slopes, sinkhole potential, active fault proximity, and flood-prone terrain near the Provo River.

Rockfall & landslide risk mapping

Fault-rupture setback evaluations

Sinkhole & subsidence analysis

Regulatory-compliant hazard reports

Mitigation recommendations

Geologic risks throughout Utah County including rockfall zones in the Wasatch foothills, landslide-prone East Bench slopes

Earthen Dam Design & Review

Utah Valley’s agricultural heritage means hundreds of earthen irrigation canals, small dams, and levees criss-cross the region. Our geologists perform structural and geotechnical assessments to identify vulnerabilities and ensure your water infrastructure meets current safety standards.

Structural & geotechnical evaluation

Canal & levee condition reviews

Embankment vulnerability analysis

State & federal standards compliance

Long-term maintenance planning

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Groundwater Monitoring

Utah Lake basin’s seasonal water table fluctuations can surprise developers and homeowners alike. We provide ongoing groundwater monitoring to track water levels, detect contamination, and supply the data needed for compliant, well-informed development decisions in Provo and the surrounding valley.

Water table measurement & tracking

Contaminant detection testing

Trend analysis & reporting

Residential & municipal monitoring

Regulatory compliance documentation

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Serving All of Utah Valley & Beyond

Our Provo office is your local geology partner across Utah County and the greater Wasatch Front, with additional offices in Salt Lake City and Cache Valley.

Provo – Orem – Springville – Spanish Fork – Mapleton – Payson – Lindon – Pleasant Grove – American Fork – Lehi – Saratoga Springs – Eagle Mountain – Santaquin – Salem – Nephi – Salt Lake City – Ogden – Logan

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Client Testimonials:

★★★★★

I work with a large architecture firm in Downtown Salt Lake, but our projects have been all over the state. We have used Civil Solutions throughout the state and they have consistently met and exceeded our expectations. Not only are the great civil engineers, we also genuinely enjoy working with them because of the professionalism and team-oriented attitude to go above and beyond. Highly recommend!

J. Ryan Wallace / Google

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I work for a large General Contractor and we have had CSG on our design team for civil and environmental, and Survey. They have been amazing to work with, I especially appreciate the practical way that they have handled some of the complicated issues that have come up on a very large and complicated project. They have always been very responsive and professional with all of our requests and questions. I would highly recommend using CSG for any project small or large they are great!

Cameron Bennett / Google

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Great professional service. Worked together for years and look forward to many more projects together!

Ben Russell / Google

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The professionals at Civil Solutions Group are awesome to work with! Great people, responsive communication, quality work, and quick project turn-around all make Civil Solutions a great company to do business with.

David Knight / Google

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Civil Solutions Group has done a great deal of work for me, laying out of buildings, bench marks, grades, etc. They have always been on time, very courteous, professional, fair, and on time. I appreciate working with them and will continue to give them all my work.

Gene Ashton / Google

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