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Hydrographic surveying provides measured underwater data, while a basic site visit only shows what can be seen from above the surface. The survey is the better choice when depth, bottom shape, cross-sections, or volume calculations matter to the project. It gives your team information that can be used for planning, design, and documentation.
Cost depends on the size of the water area, access, depth, sonar method, control needs, and the deliverables requested. A small profile or cross-section assignment will usually cost less than a larger bathymetric mapping project. The most reliable way to get a number is to share the site location and the purpose of the survey.
After field work, the data is processed, checked, and prepared for delivery in the requested format. That may include a bathymetric surface, cross-sections, profiles, point data, or CAD and GIS-compatible files. The goal is to hand over information that another professional can actually use.
Yes, file format needs should be discussed early so the deliverables match the downstream workflow. If the project requires CAD, GIS, or another structured output, AMI can prepare the data accordingly when that is part of the agreed scope. Clear communication up front usually saves time later.
Have a project that needs reliable surveying, LiDAR, or reality capture deliverables? Contact Aerial Metrology & Inspection to discuss your scope, timeline, and project requirements.
