Nexterra Environmental

What Nexterra Environmental does

Nexterra Environmental is a Cincinnati-headquartered value-added distribution and environmental engineering platform serving erosion control and stormwater management needs across the U.S. Southeast, Midwest, Atlantic states, and Florida. The company operates five locally-branded subsidiaries (Jen-Hill, Ero-Guard, Ramy Turf Products, R. H. Moore & Associates, and GETSCO) under a Lite Integration model that preserves local leadership while centralizing national-scale resources, capital, and product access. Nexterra's product portfolio spans erosion control blankets, hydraulic mulches, geotextiles and geogrids, bioretention and filtration systems, underground detention/infiltration modules, and automated stormwater monitoring hardware (most notably SmartPOND), with services including technical consulting, turnkey installation, and recurring inspection/maintenance programs.

The company monetizes through project-specific quote-based pricing across four revenue streams: hardware product distribution, installation services, technical consulting, and managed maintenance/inspection services with multi-year contracts on installed systems. Its go-to-market combines enterprise field sales teams engaged directly with developers, municipalities, civil engineers, and energy leaders, supplemented by an active acquisition program that brings regional specialists onto the platform. Nexterra is privately held, backed by Goldner Hawn, and led since December 2025 by CEO Dan Oehler. Reported impact metrics include 2.9M+ acres protected, $60M+ in cumulative completed environmental restoration project value, and 3.76B+ gallons of stormwater treated annually.

The company's strategic posture is that of a roll-up platform in a fragmented environmental services market: it is acquiring regional operators with established customer relationships, layering proprietary products (SmartPOND, Up-Flo Filter, EG-2X series) and centralized procurement and back-office support on top, while expanding into higher-growth end markets such as data center infrastructure. The model targets operating-company autonomy as the cultural glue, with platform-level value delivered through expanded product portfolios, manufacturer partnership leverage (Oldcastle, Presto, Tensar, Maccaferri, among others), and shared technical resources.

Name

Nexterra Environmental

Legal name

Nexterra Environmental

Website

https://www.nexterraenvironmental.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Nexterra Environmental is a Cincinnati-based, PE-backed value-added distributor and environmental engineering platform providing erosion control and stormwater management products, installation, and maintenance services to developers, municipalities, DOTs, and energy infrastructure operators across the U.S. Southeast, Midwest, Atlantic states, and Florida through five locally-branded operating companies.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Environmental Engineering and Stormwater Management

NAICS

Automatic Environmental Control Manufacturing for Residential, Commercial, and Appliance Use (334512), Remediation and Other Waste Management Services (5629)

SIC

Auto Controls For Regulating Residential & Comml Environments (3822)

akta.pro primary industry

Real-Time Monitoring & Smart Stormwater (Sensors, SCADA/IoT, RTC) (EUANAEAK)

akta.pro secondary industry

Erosion Control & Slope Stabilization (Softscape/Planting Solutions) (HSAIABAI)

Keywords

• Erosion control products
• Stormwater management solutions
• Environmental engineering services
• Sediment control distribution
• Stormwater compliance consulting

Headquarters

HQ city

Cincinnati

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Product Distribution: Distribution of erosion control, sediment management, and stormwater products including blankets, wattles, hydraulic mulches, filtration systems, underground detention modules, and geotechnical solutions. Products sourced from manufacturer partners and proprietary lines.
2. Installation Services: Full-service installation for erosion control, stormwater systems, perimeter control, vegetation establishment, and related infrastructure. Turnkey delivery from design through field execution.
3. Technical Consulting: Consulting services partnering with engineers and municipalities to design stormwater plans integrating detention, infiltration, pretreatment, and green infrastructure strategies. Includes design support, product specification guidance, and compliance documentation.
4. Maintenance and Inspection Services: Inspection, cleaning, performance monitoring, and long-term maintenance programs for stormwater systems to keep them functioning efficiently and compliant with state and federal requirements. Includes liner inspection, repair, and SmartPOND monitoring programs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Nexterra Environmental is a value-added environmental engineering distributor and service provider that delivers end-to-end erosion control, stormwater management, and environmental compliance solutions. The company distributes proprietary products (SmartPOND, Up-Flo Filter, EG-2X, R-Tank, FocalPoint, First Defense) along with partner-manufactured erosion control, sediment control, and stormwater products, and bundles them with installation, technical consulting, and recurring maintenance and inspection services. Its offerings target DOTs, municipalities, civil engineers, commercial developers, and energy infrastructure operators across the U.S. Southeast, Midwest, and expanding regions.

Product overview

Nexterra Environmental is a multi-regional value-added distributor of erosion control and stormwater management solutions serving commercial, public, and private infrastructure markets across the Southeast, Midwest, and expanding regions. The company operates as a platform company built on three founding companies (Jen-Hill, Ero-Guard, and Ramy Turf) and has acquired R. H. Moore & Associates and GETSCO, Inc. The product portfolio spans two core categories: Erosion Control products including erosion control blankets (Eco-Guard Series, Short Term, Extended Term, Long Term), hydraulic mulches (Terra-Blend, Terra Wood, Flexterra HP-FGM, ProMatrix EFM, Hydro-Blanket), rolled erosion control products, and slope stabilization systems (Flex MSE, Wire Forms, GEOWEB systems); and Stormwater Management products including SmartPOND automated monitoring and flow control, R-Tank underground detention/infiltration, FocalPoint biofiltration, First Defense separator, Up-Flo Filter, Oldcastle StormCapture/BioMod/NSBB, PaveDrain permeable pavement, geotextiles and geogrids (Tensar, TenCate, Mirafi), and various pretreatment and water quality products. The company offers services including stormwater lifecycle management, stormwater maintenance, stormwater inspections, installation, consulting, and product distribution. Operating companies include Jen-Hill, Ero-Guard, Ramy Turf, R. H. Moore & Associates, and GETSCO, with suppliers including Fabco, Flexmat, FlexMSE, Maccaferri, MVS, Oldcastle, Presto, and Profile.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• SmartPOND Automated stormwater pond management system that dynamically controls water levels using preprogrammed stormwater quality management and real-time flow control to maximize detention capacity ahead of storm events and reduce flood risk; targeted at engineers, municipalities, and developers with compliance needs.
• Up-Flo Filter High-performance up-flow bioretention filter treating stormwater through engineered media for removal of sediments, nutrients, hydrocarbons, and oils with verified NJCAT removal rates.
• R-Tank High-void modular plastic crates stacked underground to create stormwater detention, retention, or infiltration systems beneath paved areas, expanding site capacity for developers and engineers.
• FocalPoint Biofiltration System Modular bioretention system that filters and treats stormwater runoff through engineered soil media, removing pollutants before discharge; designed for high-performance biofiltration on space-constrained sites.
• First Defense Separator Compact hydrodynamic stormwater separator engineered for space-constrained sites, certified by NJDEP and NJCAT for proven removal of sediment, trash, and floatables.
• EG-2X Erosion Control Blankets (Eco-Guard Series) Biodegradable natural-fiber erosion control blankets that protect disturbed slopes and channels while promoting rapid vegetation establishment, engineered for heavy storms, wind shear, and challenging soil profiles.
• Erosion Control Blankets (Short Term, Extended Term, Long Term) Short Term (3-12 months), Extended Term (12-36 months), and Long Term (36+ months) biodegradable natural-fiber blankets that protect disturbed slopes and channels while promoting vegetation establishment.
• Flexterra HP-FGM (High-Performance Flexible Growth Medium) High-performance flexible growth medium combining refined wood fibers, biodegradable polymers, and micro-pore granules to bond instantly to soil, control erosion, retain moisture, and accelerate vegetation establishment.
• Hydro-Blanket Bonded Fiber Matrix Hydraulically applied bonded fiber matrix that delivers immediate surface protection while optimizing seed-to-soil contact for faster vegetation establishment.
• ProMatrix EFM (Engineered Fiber Matrix) Engineered Fiber Matrix delivering high-performance erosion control with 60 lbs/100 gal application rate, fast soil bonding, and up to 12 months of protection.
• Oldcastle StormCapture Underground Detention System Underground modular chamber system for stormwater detention and infiltration, managing peak flow and reducing runoff volume beneath parking lots and paved areas.
• Oldcastle BioMod/BioPod Bioretention Units Pre-vegetated modular bioretention units that treat stormwater runoff at the source through engineered soil and plant filtration.
• Presto GEOWEB Earth Retaining Wall System Cellular confinement geocells filled with compacted soil or aggregate to construct gravity retaining walls and steep slope face structures.
• Tensar Geogrids (InterAx, TriAx, H-Series) High-strength polymer geogrids (InterAx, TriAx, H-Series) that interlock with aggregate to stabilize road base, reinforce retaining walls, and support unpaved surfaces.
• TenCate/Mirafi Geosynthetics (Geotextiles, Geogrids, Pavement Interlayers) Woven and nonwoven geotextiles and geogrids for filtration, separation, drainage, and reinforcement, plus pavement interlayers for reflective cracking control in civil infrastructure.
• Maccaferri Gabion Baskets and Terramesh Systems Wire mesh gabion baskets and Terramesh systems for streambank stabilization, slope protection, vegetated retaining walls, and grade control.
• PaveDrain Permeable Interlocking Concrete Pavement Permeable interlocking concrete pavement that allows stormwater to infiltrate through the surface, reducing runoff volume and improving water quality.
• Flexamat Vegetated Hard Armor Articulating concrete block mat system providing permanent hydraulic protection on channels and slopes while allowing vegetation to grow through.
• Flex MSE Mechanically Stabilized Earth System Flexible mechanically stabilized earth system using high-strength geogrid and articulating concrete panels for retaining walls and slope stabilization.
• Oldcastle NSBB Nutrient Separating Baffle Box Nutrient Separating Baffle Box that removes trash, sediment, and nutrients from stormwater before discharge into receiving waters.
• Stormwater Lifecycle Management Program End-to-end lifecycle management service bundling inspection, maintenance, performance monitoring, repair, and SmartPOND monitoring to keep stormwater systems compliant with state and federal requirements, offered to municipalities, developers, and engineers.
• Stormwater Maintenance Recurring maintenance service for stormwater systems including cleaning, performance monitoring, liner inspection, and repair, delivered under multi-year contracts to municipalities, developers, and contractors.
• Stormwater Inspections Inspection service for stormwater systems to verify regulatory compliance and identify maintenance needs, offered to municipalities, developers, contractors, and engineers.
• Technical Consulting and Installation Services Technical consulting partnering with engineers and municipalities to design stormwater plans integrating detention, infiltration, pretreatment, and green infrastructure strategies, combined with full-service installation for erosion control, stormwater systems, perimeter control, and vegetation establishment.

Quantifiable outcome

• 2.9M+ acres of land protected through sustainable land and water management
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered supporting and core.

• R. H. Moore & AssociatessupportingOthers · 26 February 2026Nexterra acquired R. H. Moore & Associates on February 26, 2026, a provider of erosion control and stormwater management solutions in the Southeastern United States. Under Nexterra's Lite Integration model, R.H. Moore retains its existing name, leadership team (led by President Jeff Peterson), and local decision-making while gaining access to national resources and expanded product portfolio. R.H. Moore has over four decades of experience serving Florida.
• GETSCO, Inc.supportingOthers · 27 January 2026Nexterra acquired GETSCO, Inc. on January 27, 2026, expanding its erosion control and stormwater management platform. GETSCO, headquartered in Middlesex, North Carolina, provides erosion, sediment control, and stormwater quality solutions across the Atlantic states region and continues operating under its existing name.
• Jen-HillcoreOthersJen-Hill is one of three founding companies of Nexterra Environmental (alongside Ero-Guard and Ramy Turf). Jen-Hill is a multi-million dollar leader in stormwater solutions serving Middle Tennessee and expanding regions. Led by President Jennifer Hines (founding board member) and VP Trey Hightower and VP Jason Painter.
• Ero-GuardcoreOthersEro-Guard is one of three founding companies of Nexterra Environmental. Founder Brian Dingels built Ero-Guard into a national reputation for delivering reliable environmental compliance solutions to contractors, DOTs, and municipalities. Ero-Guard produces the EG-2X erosion control blanket series.
• Ramy TurfcoreOthersRamy Turf is one of three founding companies of Nexterra Environmental. Founder Mike Ramy leads the company as President, serving on Nexterra's Board of Directors. Ramy Turf is a key supplier of seed, sediment control, and erosion prevention materials for the construction industry in the Upper Midwest.
• FabcosupportingTechnology or IntegrationFabco is a manufacturer partner supplying specialty products to Nexterra's distribution network, including Fabco Flume Filters for stormwater treatment in paved channels.
• FlexmatsupportingTechnology or IntegrationFlexmat is a manufacturer partner supplying Flexamat Vegetated Hard Armor products to Nexterra's product portfolio.
• FlexMSEsupportingTechnology or IntegrationFlexMSE is a manufacturer partner supplying flexible mechanically stabilized earth systems for retaining walls and slope stabilization to Nexterra's product portfolio.
• MaccaferrisupportingTechnology or IntegrationMaccaferri is a manufacturer partner supplying gabion baskets and Terramesh systems for streambank stabilization, slope protection, and grade control to Nexterra's product portfolio.
• MVSsupportingTechnology or IntegrationMVS is a manufacturer partner supplying stormwater and erosion control products to Nexterra's distribution network.
• OldcastlesupportingTechnology or IntegrationOldcastle is a manufacturer partner supplying Oldcastle BioMod/BioPod bioretention units, Oldcastle NSBB nutrient separating baffle box, and Oldcastle StormCapture underground detention systems to Nexterra's product portfolio.
• Presto GeosystemssupportingTechnology or IntegrationPresto Geosystems is a manufacturer partner supplying GEOWEB earth retaining wall systems, GEOBLOCK, GEOPAVE, and related products to Nexterra's product portfolio.
• Profile ProductssupportingTechnology or IntegrationProfile Products is a manufacturer partner supplying Curlex blankets and other erosion control products to Nexterra's distribution network.
• PaveDrainsupportingTechnology or IntegrationPaveDrain is a manufacturer partner supplying permeable interlocking concrete pavement systems for stormwater infiltration and runoff reduction.
• TenCate GeosyntheticssupportingTechnology or IntegrationTenCate Geosynthetics (Mirafi) is a manufacturer partner supplying woven and nonwoven geotextiles for filtration, separation, drainage, and reinforcement in civil infrastructure and environmental applications.
• TensarsupportingTechnology or IntegrationTensar is a manufacturer partner supplying geogrids for subgrade stabilization, retaining walls, and pavement reinforcement, including InterAx, TriAx, and H-Series geogrid products and pavement interlayers.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Oldcastle Infrastructure (CRH): National manufacturer of infrastructure products including stormwater detention (StormCapture), bioretention (BioMod/BioPod), and treatment systems. Comparable as both a key Nexterra manufacturer partner and a competing supplier in the same stormwater specification market.
• Core & Main: Leading national distributor of water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure products, including drainage, detention, and erosion control solutions. Directly comparable as a multi-regional specialty distributor serving municipalities, contractors, and engineers with overlapping stormwater product categories.
• Advanced Drainage Systems (ADS): Leading manufacturer of stormwater management and drainage products including HDPE pipe, chambers, and water quality units. Directly comparable as a supplier-side peer in the stormwater/detention market whose products are also distributed by Nexterra through operating companies.
• Contech Engineered Solutions: Manufacturer and provider of site solutions including stormwater management, erosion control, and bridge structures. Comparable as a competing supplier of stormwater detention, filtration, and erosion control systems specified into DOT, commercial, and municipal projects.

Regional players

• KriStar Enterprises: Specialty manufacturer of stormwater filtration and bioretention products serving municipal and commercial markets, primarily on the West Coast. Comparable in product category (stormwater treatment, filtration media), though its geographic footprint and direct sales model differ from Nexterra's distribution platform.

Emerging players

• Tensar International: Manufacturer of geogrids and pavement interlayers used for subgrade stabilization, retaining walls, and roadway reinforcement. Comparable as a manufacturer partner supplying geosynthetics that Nexterra distributes for civil infrastructure and erosion-related projects.
• Presto Geosystems: Manufacturer of GEOWEB geocells, GEOBLOCK, and GEOPAVE porous pavement systems for load support and slope protection. Comparable as a manufacturer partner whose geosynthetics products are specified alongside Nexterra's erosion and stormwater portfolio.
• Profile Products: Manufacturer of erosion control blankets (Curlex), hydraulic mulches, and biotic soil media. Comparable as a manufacturer partner whose products Nexterra distributes, with overlapping product portfolios in erosion control blankets and hydraulically applied products.

Broad incumbents

• SiteOne Landscape Supply: Largest national distributor of landscape supplies including erosion control, drainage, and agronomic products to contractors. Comparable as a multi-regional specialty distributor serving landscape and light civil contractors with overlapping erosion control and stormwater categories.
• Ferguson Enterprises: Large public distributor of plumbing, water, and infrastructure products including stormwater management solutions. Comparable as a broad incumbent distributing engineered stormwater and erosion control products to contractors and municipalities, though stormwater is one segment within a much larger portfolio.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A3 records

Investments

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