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Site Work, Grading & Drainage

Water Flow & Erosion Management

We specialize in creating efficient, long-lasting drainage systems that involve various techniques and strategies to manage water flow across a landscape, ensuring that water is directed away from structures to prevent flooding and erosion.

Learn more about our Shoreland Retaining Wall service below

Service Highlights

Retaining Walls

Patios

Fire Pits

Walkways

Steps

Misc. Masonry

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Designed. Engineered. Permitted. Built to Last.

Shoreland Retaining Walls

At Burgess Landscaping Services, we specialize in professionally constructed shoreland retaining walls that protect your property, preserve your shoreline, and meet New Hampshire’s environmental regulations.

Whether your goal is erosion control, structural reinforcement, or improved waterfront usability, our team delivers solutions that balance durability, aesthetics, and compliance.

  • A shoreland retaining wall is a structural system built along lakes, ponds, or other protected water bodies to:

    • Prevent shoreline erosion
    • Stabilize sloped terrain
    • Protect property from water damage
    • Improve safe access to the water
    • Create usable outdoor space

    Because these projects take place within New Hampshire’s regulated shoreland zone, they require careful planning and proper permitting before construction begins.

  • Waterfront properties face constant environmental pressure — fluctuating water levels, ice movement, runoff, and soil instability. That’s why our retaining wall systems are:

    • Engineered for longevity and structural integrity
    • Constructed with high-quality materials suited for shoreline conditions
    • Designed to integrate naturally with your landscape
    • Installed with proper drainage and erosion control measures

    Our team understands both the construction and environmental considerations required to protect your investment.

  • Most shoreline retaining wall projects in New Hampshire require review and permitting through the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services (NH DES) under the Shoreland Water Quality Protection Act.

    We guide clients through the process to ensure projects move forward smoothly and legally.

    For official permitting information and guidance, visit:

    NH DES Shoreland Permitting Resource:
    https://onlineforms.nh.gov/nform/home/4d3e026e-8347-4146-b53a-3c26f1df69f3#:~:text=The%20Shoreland%20Program%20permit%20process%20includes%20Shoreland,and%20Shoreland%20Permit%20Applications%20for%20larger%20projects.

    We strongly encourage property owners to review permitting requirements before beginning any shoreline improvements.