Survey

The first step if the design process was to perform a full site survey of the area surrounding the pond, as well as the pond bottom. This was accomplished using a Trimble robotic total station and the survey data was used in AutoCAD and ArcGIS to create a contour map, and elevation raster (Digital Elevation Map or DEM) of the site.

Stream layout from BANK-FULL model on DEM raster created in ArcMap with survey data. (Elevation White = High, Black = Low)

Stream layout from BANK-FULL model over contour map created with survey points in AutoCAD Civil 3D.

Nolan with the Trimble robotic total station used to perform full site survey.

Ben holding survey rod and prism.

Total station with Handerson and Nathan in the boat with the survey rod and prism in the background.