Topographic Surveys are maps depicting the slope of a subject site. We depict the slope of the land utilizing “contours”. These contours are usually shown at a one foot contour interval on our maps. This type of survey is critical for civil engineers to use in designing improvements for a site. All decisions related to the design of the proposed improvement are made utilizing this data.

Topographic Surveys are used to identify and map the contours of the ground and existing features on the surface of the earth or slightly above or below the earth’s surface (i.e. trees, buildings, streets, walkways, manholes, utility poles, retaining walls, etc.). If the purpose of the survey is to serve as a base map for design or engineering, it may be necessary to show perimeter boundary lines and the lines of easements on or crossing the property being surveyed, in order for a designer to accurately show zoning and other agency required setbacks. Daniel & Gore LLC can map any terrain, structure, utility or surface and give you the results in any CADD format you require.

addition to contours, all other site information is depicted as well, including the location of existing buildings, drives, parking areas, spot elevations, etc. We can make our survey as detailed as the client requests. Some additional items we may include on our topographic survey are tree location and identification, utility location, and wetland location.