How an Elevation Survey Predicts Mudslide Risks

Mudslide erosion channel with rushing water showing how an elevation survey reveals flood risks

When Provo residents looked up at dark clouds rolling over the mountains this past week, few expected the destruction that followed. A sudden microburst hit the Buckley Draw Fire burn scar and unleashed a massive mudslide into nearby neighborhoods. Nearly 15 acre-feet of sediment poured down the canyon, flooding basins and leaving people shaken. Local […]

How Pipeline Projects Reveal Boundary Surveys Risks

Excavator laying pipeline through forested terrain, highlighting the need for accurate boundary surveys in rugged land areas

When Ogden City started work on a major water pipeline through Ogden Canyon, most people focused on the big picture: clean water, better access, and modern infrastructure. But beneath the surface of that story was something that doesn’t often make headlines — the crucial role of boundary surveys. Boundary surveys are the unsung heroes of […]

How a Topo Survey Prevents Costly Construction Mistakes

Topo survey equipment set up on a construction site in Lehi with surveyors working in the background.

A topo survey might not be the first thing people think of when planning a build in Lehi, but skipping it is one of the most common and expensive mistakes. Whether you’re putting up a new home, adding a garage, or shaping the land for something bigger, ignoring what’s beneath your feet can lead to […]