However, it is considered as the starting point of land before any improvements are made. By showing the shape, configuration, relief and other applicable three-dimensional characteristics of the earth to create contours, it gives a description about how the land looks now and how it will look once the construction is completed. The prime motive of this survey is to:

Determine the existing conditions & provide the necessary information about the land before making any changes to it.
It let you understand the Land’s topography to indicate construction of new features involving grading, building structures, drainage ditches, and bridges etc.
By providing a complete and clear image of the land, it helps you create correct and suitable designs for the property's unique features.

Methods for Topographic Survey:

Aerial:

Using Photogrammetry & LIDAR to determine distances, elevations, areas, etc for topographic mapping.

Transit-Stadia: 
Distance, elevation, and location measurements are taken in the field, recorded in the field book, and then plotted on paper in the office.

Plane Table:

Similar to transit-stadia method except that the data is plotted in the field on paper attached to a drawing board mounted on a tripod (plane table).



The professional land surveyors at Genesis Land Surveying Inc. are well-versed in utilizing the latest surveying technologies – to provide accurate & consistent Topographic Survey.  With years of proficiency in all the aspects of Survey including showing physical features and grade point elevations such as trees, grade points, walkways, driveways, retaining walls, catch, building, and much more, we offer unique solutions specializing in residential, municipal, and provincial projects.