Topo Survey for Sites Above Underground Utility Chambers
A new lobby, plaza or addition planned over an underground utility chamber raises a question that plans and aerial photos can’t answer. The architect and engineer need to know where the lids sit, how the ground slopes around them and what the surface looks like today. A topo survey gives them that picture. It only […]
How Topographic Surveys Guide Flood Risk Assessments
Flooding is a big problem for many cities, and Chicago is no exception. Heavy rains and rising water can damage homes, roads, and entire neighborhoods. To manage this risk, planners and engineers need accurate information about the land. That’s where topographic surveys make a huge difference. These surveys show the shape and slope of the […]