Sean Welch

Sean Welch, PE, serves as the Tributary Habitat Lead for the Bonneville Power Administration's Fish and Wildlife Program since October 2011, managing a $120M/year program focused on watershed, river, and stream restoration as mitigation for environmental impacts from federal dams. Welch's expertise encompasses hydraulic engineering, river mechanics, hydrology, and geomorphology, facilitating comprehensive evaluations and project reviews involving habitat restoration and fish passage. Prior experience includes roles as Senior Hydraulic Engineer at River Design Group and State Hydraulic Engineer for USDA NRCS Oregon, where Welch specialized in instream practices and restoration. Educational qualifications include a Master's degree in Civil Engineering with a focus on Water Resources Engineering and a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis on Environmental Engineering, both from Northern Arizona University.