Ryan Rhodes, P.Geo., P.Geol.
Principal Hydrogeologist

A registered Professional Geoscientist in both B.C. and Alberta, Mr. Rhodes provides reliable hydrogeological expertise, advice and management for a variety of projects. With over 20 years of experience practicing geoscience, he applies his broad knowledge of physical hydrogeology to a wide range of projects, involving both "getting water out" and "putting water into” the ground. He is a founding Principal of Western Water and served as the firm’s vice-president for its first decade of operations, transitioning to President in 2021.

Specializing in groundwater supply development, Ryan has overseen the siting, construction and testing numerous water supply wells for water purveyors, First Nations, the agricultural sector and industry. Ryan oversees groundwater supply projects through their full life-cycle, from groundwater exploration, design and completion of high-capacity production wells, well maintenance and rehab programs through source water protection planning and water quality assessments. He is experienced in the design, construction and closure of flowing artesian wells. He is well versed in the regulatory regimes governing drinking water supply permitting and water quality assessments for Health Authorities, and with Water Sustainability Act as it relates to groundwater and surface water licensing. Ryan has also completes projects related to infiltration of stormwater and wastewater, including impact assessments to support the design and permitting of large infiltration facilities and has specialized experience in the evaluation and design of Rapid Infiltration Basins.

Ryan began his career in geology, working summers in exploration geology and mining, and for two years with the BC Geological Survey after graduation completing remote field mapping and creating GIS maps. He continues to complete projects in the natural resources sector, including hydrogeological baseline studies, impact assessment and providing advice related to flowing artesian conditions. Ryan is a past-President of the BC Groundwater Association that represents the Provincial well driller, pump installer and hydrogeologist community.

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