Why Flood Elevation Survey Matters After Burn-Scar Floods
When storms hit mountains, the results can be sudden and dangerous. Just last week, heavy rain rolled over the Buckley Draw burn scar and sent water and debris rushing into nearby streets. Roads closed in minutes, and residents worried about what might happen next. For homeowners, the event was more than just a headline. It […]
Boundary Survey Could Decide a Public Trail Access Lawsuit
In Herriman, a local trail that residents have enjoyed for years is now at the center of a heated legal battle. The key to this dispute? A boundary survey. This survey will help decide whether the trail belongs to the public or if it sits on private land. The outcome will affect hikers, neighbors, and […]
How an Elevation Survey Predicts Mudslide 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 […]