What are planimetrics?

Planimetrics are precise vector representations of visible site features—such as pavement edges, curbs, buildings, utilities, striping, and surface features—mapped from aerial imagery and LiDAR data for use in CAD and GIS systems.

How accurate are planimetric deliverables?

Accuracy depends on capture conditions and control, but our planimetrics are produced to survey-grade standards when supported by RTK/PPK positioning or ground control. Each project includes internal QA/QC to ensure features are correctly placed and classified.

What features can be included in planimetrics?

Common features include curbs, pavement edges, sidewalks, buildings, drainage structures, utilities (visible), striping, fences, and vegetation boundaries. Feature lists are customized per project to match design and documentation needs.

What file formats do you provide?

Planimetrics are typically delivered in DWG or DXF formats, with GIS-compatible options such as SHP or GeoPackage available when required. Files are aligned to your coordinate system and layer standards for immediate use.

How long does it take to receive planimetric data?

Turnaround time depends on site size and feature complexity, but most planimetric deliverables are completed within days to one week. Expedited timelines are available for time-sensitive projects.

Planimetrics

Detailed site features extracted for precise mapping and analysis.

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Planimetrics

Planimetric mapping converts aerial imagery into vector linework that captures every visible site feature with precision. From roads and curbs to buildings and vegetation boundaries, each element is digitized and organized into clean, CAD-ready layers for accurate planning and design.

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Why Planimetrics

Survey-Grade Feature Accuracy

Precisely mapped site features—including edges, curbs, structures, and visible utilities—captured and digitized to meet engineering and planning standards.

Clean, Organized Vector Data

Features are carefully classified and layered, reducing cleanup time and making it easy to isolate, edit, and analyze data within CAD and GIS software.

CAD & GIS-Ready Formats

Delivered in DWG and DXF formats (with GIS options available), aligned to your coordinate system for seamless integration into Civil 3D, ArcGIS, and MicroStation workflows.

Engineering-Ready Data

Use planimetrics to support site planning, infrastructure design, permitting, and as-built documentation with clear, reliable vector data.

How We Create Your Planimetrics

The mapping workflow that turns aerial imagery into clean, CAD-ready linework.

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Scope & Feature Definition

We align on exactly what you need mapped—edges of pavement, curbs, striping, utilities, buildings, drainage, vegetation limits, and any custom features. We also confirm scale, coordinate system, layers, and file format requirements.

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Data Capture & Control

Our team captures high-resolution aerial imagery with consistent overlap and angles, then ties it to ground control or RTK/PPK positioning when required. This ensures your planimetric linework is built on accurate, georeferenced data.

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Digitization & Drafting

Using the processed orthomosaic and point cloud references, we extract features into clean vector linework—organized by layers, standardized line types, and project conventions. Every element is drafted for readability and direct use in CAD/GIS.

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QC, Layering & Delivery

We run a quality-control pass to confirm completeness, topology/line integrity, and correct classification of features. Deliverables are exported in your preferred formats (DWG/DXF/SHP/GeoPackage, etc.) and packaged with notes for seamless handoff.

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Applications

Planimetrics support design, documentation, and verification by translating visible site features into precise, CAD-ready vector data.

Accurate linework gives engineers, planners, and project teams a shared reference for layout, coordination, and confident decision-making.

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Site & Land Development Planning

Use planimetric data to understand existing conditions and support early-stage site layout, access planning, and feasibility studies with clean, readable vectors.

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Civil & Infrastructure Design

Map curbs, pavement edges, utilities, structures, and drainage features to support roadway design, utility layout, and infrastructure coordination.

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Permitting & Documentation

Provide clear, standardized drawings for permitting packages, exhibits, and agency review—reducing back-and-forth and manual drafting time.

Construction Coordination

Support construction teams with accurate site references for layout, sequencing, and coordination between trades using consistent, up-to-date linework.

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As-Built Verification & Change Detection

Compare planimetric features over time to verify constructed conditions, document changes, and validate work completed against design intent.

Planimetrics FAQs

Answers to common questions about planimetric mapping, accuracy, formats, and how vector data is used across design and engineering workflows.

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