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Geomatics

At VHB, our Geomatics team focuses on spatial-centric data collection and management services. Geomatics refers to the methods and technologies used to collect, distribute, store, analyze, process, and present geographic data. Our Geomatics professionals encompass the fields of surveying, geodesy, global positioning systems (GPS) mapping, hydrography, photogrammetry, remote sensing/LiDAR scanning, and geographic information systems (GIS).

VHB proactively addresses project challenges, leveraging our experience and commitment to deliver timely geospatial data. We utilize an innovative GIS and data management platform for efficient survey data collection and integration. Our surveyors excel in maintaining schedules, adapting to changes, and maintaining project continuity. Using technologies like GPS and LiDAR (terrestrial, mobile, and aerial) coupled with our proven data collection workflows, we deliver quality surveys within scope and budget, from start to finish.

Featured Services

  • Man wearing white hard hat and bright safety vest operating survey equipment on city street.

    Surveying

    Surveying focuses on the measurement, mapping, and analysis of the earth's physical features and the built environment. At VHB, surveying encompasses traditional land surveying with a heavy emphasis on leveraging technology and integration with Geographic Information Systems and Reality Capture. Traditional survey services such as boundary, ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, existing conditions surveys, Right-of-Way surveys, and construction layout/as-built surveys are some of the core expertise areas of our practice.

  • Reality capture scan of arena and various floor layouts.

    Reality Capture

    Reality Capture uses remote sensing technologies such as aerial photography, LiDAR, and sonar to compile detailed three-dimensional (3D) spatial data of the physical world, data used to create comprehensive digital representations. These digital representations can be used to produce 3D models, topographic maps, existing condition surveys, orthophotos, and other geospatial deliverables. Reality Capture derivatives improve accuracy, efficiency, and collaboration.

  • 3D image reflecting GIS data of multiple roadways.

    Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

    GIS plays a crucial role in Geomatics by providing a platform for storing, managing, analyzing, and visualizing geospatial information. The Geomatics team utilizes our GIS platforms as the foundation for our spatial data management. This foundation intersects many tasks in the daily Geomatics workflows including field data collection, QA/QC measures, data transfer, file storage, data processing, project and staff management, reporting, and data visualization.

Related Services

  • 3D Documentation

  • ALTA Land Title Surveys

  • Aerial Mapping

  • Aerial Photogrammetric Control

  • As-Built Surveys

  • Bathymetric Surveys

  • BIM

  • Boundary/Property Line Surveys

  • Condominium Plans

  • Construction Layout Surveys

  • Control Surveys

  • Data Management

  • Deformation/Monitoring Surveys

  • DOT Survey

  • Drone/UAV Imaging

  • Earthwork Quantity Surveys

  • Engineering Surveys

  • Existing Conditions Base Plans

  • Expert Witness Services

  • FEMA & Flood Evaluation Surveys

  • Flood Zone Surveys

  • Forensic Surveys

  • Geodetic Surveys

  • Geomatics

  • GIS/Geospatial

  • GIS Mapping, Planning & Analysis

  • GPS and Robotic Surveys

  • Hydrographic Survey

  • Land Court Surveys

  • Laser Scanning

  • LiDAR

  • Line Location

  • Machine Control

  • Mobile Mapping

  • Parcel Mapping

  • Railroad and Transit ROW Surveys

  • Reality Capture

  • Remote Sensing

  • Subdivision Plans

  • Subdivision Surveys

  • Topographic Surveys

  • Transmission Corridor Surveys

  • Utility Surveys

  • Virtual Design and Construction (VDC)

  • Wetland Surveys

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Representative Projects

Wrong-Way Driving Detection Systems

Wrong-Way Driving Detection Systems Nationwide

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Rose Kennedy Greenway Boston, MA

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Land Survey Services for Enbridge Various Locations

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New York State Library New York

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Subsurface Utility Mapping Boston, MA

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Eversource Environmental Services New England

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Rhode Island Roadway Safety Application Providence, RI

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Acadia National Park Bar Harbor, ME

VHB builds highway crash geocoder tools for DOTs using Esri technology.

Highway Crash Geocoding Systems Nationwide

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Capitol Region Roundabout Screening Study Connecticut Capitol Region

The new hybrid roundabout offers clearly defined traffic patterns, increased traffic calming efforts, and enhanced safety.

Kelley Square Improvements Worcester, MA

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Hampton Roads Community Based Outpatient Clinic Chesapeake, VA

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US Route 202 Intersection Improvements Jaffrey, NH

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Maine UAS Bridge Inspections Maine

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Wesleyan Wood Frame Housing Study Middletown, CT

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NCDOT Statewide Intersection Inventory North Carolina

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