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Topographic / Hydrographic Surveys

Accurate documentation of the surface of a land parcel is critical to nearly all aspects of the development process. The topographic survey reflects the parcel’s natural drainage and relationship to adjoining land. As such, it provides the basis for, and its completion is a prerequisite for, the drainage study, which is one of the initial filings in planning and approval processes. In addition to the elevation of land, the topographic survey identifies physical features of the land, such as streams, structures, utilities, and other improvements.

Landplan's survey process begins with a "kick-off" meeting coordinating Landscape Architecture, Engineering, and client defined needs for elements to be identified on a given site. The Project Landscape Architect and/or the Project Engineer often accompany the field crew to a site. This interaction assures accuracy and efficient completion of fieldwork. Landplan’s surveyors utilize state-of-the-art GPS and data systems in the field that integrate with CAD systems to create the base computer files utilized for all aspects of planning and design. As an outgrowth of dredge area monitoring on the Kansas River, Landplan provides hydrographic surveying services. These services are accomplished by a survey crew trained not only in surveying bodies of water to determine depths of flow or impoundment volumes, but also in the operation and maintenance of our 4 person hovercraft. This vehicle is particularly useful in dynamic situations where where sand bars or swift currents present obstacles to the conduct of the survey. It is also quite helpful for determining impoundment volumes for detention structures as well as ground lines for boat ramps and/or beaches.

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