How a Topo Survey Drives Complete Streets Overhaul

Land surveyor using total station during a topo survey for a Complete Streets project

Recently, the City of Roswell, just north of Atlanta, Georgia, approved a $43,300 contract for a topo survey. This might seem like a small detail, but for those working in construction, engineering, or development across the Atlanta metro area, it’s actually a significant step. This survey kicks off the Riverside Road “Complete Streets” Project, a […]

Topographic Survey: Why It’s a Must Before Any Construction Project

Land surveyor adjusting a level instrument during a topographic survey at a construction site in Georgia.

Before any construction project starts—whether it’s a new home, a commercial building, or a roadway—one of the first and most important steps is a topographic survey. This type of survey maps the natural and man-made features of a piece of land. It shows elevation changes, trees, buildings, slopes, and even drainage patterns. Without this information, […]