Engineering Design Surveys: Laying the Groundwork for Smarter and Safer Streets

When it comes to designing roads and intersections that truly work, it all starts with rock-solid survey data.

To safely and efficiently manage the movement of vehicles, pedestrians, and utilities, engineers need precise, real-world information about the landscape they are working with. Engineering design surveys provide that essential foundation – mapping out every detail so transportation projects can move forward with accuracy and long-term success!

Apex Land Surveying and Mapping LLC provides the expert surveying services needed to support these projects from the ground up. We deliver the accuracy, detail, and dependability that engineers and city planners rely on to design smarter, safer roads and intersections in Colorado Springs.

The Foundation of Roadway Engineering Starts with a Survey

If you and your team are designing a new road, intersection, or are upgrading aging infrastructure, you need more than just a map. You need a detailed, real-time snapshot of existing conditions. An engineering design survey is this essential blueprint!

Engineering design surveys are comprehensive documentation that lists all physical features and elevations in a given area. This may include: 

• Roadway alignments and widths

• Pavement edges and transitions

• Curb lines and gutter slopes

• Sidewalks, crosswalks, and ADA-compliant features

• Drainage infrastructure (manholes, storm drains, culverts)

• Above ground and underground utilities

• Signage, light poles, signal systems, and traffic controls

• Trees, landscaping, and surrounding topography

• Property lines and right-of-way boundaries

When engineers begin evaluating options for new traffic patterns, the information provided in an engineering design survey is critical. At Apex Land Surveying and Mapping LLC, our surveys provide a level of detail that allows engineers to understand exactly how new designs will interact with what’s already in place, as well as what adjustments may be necessary to meet safety and accessibility requirements.

Capturing the Complexity of Intersections

Intersections are some of the most complex and high-stakes parts of any transportation system – and they leave little to no room for error. Even minor elevation changes, offset curb ramps, or utility obstructions can have major implications for traffic flow and safety. We capture the fine details that matter most to the project, including, but not limited to: 

• Existing topography and planimetric

• Turns

• ADA ramps

• Signal pole locations

• Existing utilities and potential utility conflicts

• and more

We also help identify potential right-of-way potential conflicts or encroachments early in the process, giving teams the information they need to make informed design decisions before construction ever begins.

Roadway Design: Building Strong and Safe Roads

A well-planned roadway begins with accurate data collection to guide engineers in creating strong, well-designed and regulation-compliant roads. At Apex Land Surveying and Mapping LLC, our precision-focused surveyors conduct comprehensive roadway design surveys that assess terrain variations, underground utilities, and right-of-way limitations.

This ensures optimal grading, alignment, and pavement design throughout the project, allowing engineers to create a transportation network that stands up to the test of time. This is especially important for the state of Colorado and the terrain common to our area of the country.

Engineering Design Surveys That Keep Your Project on Track

Ultimately, engineering design surveys are about giving engineers and project planners the information they need to make confident decisions. Whether it’s determining drainage paths, placing turn lanes, ADA-compliant crosswalks within an intersection, or mapping new sidewalks, Apex Land Surveying and Mapping LLC provides deliverables to demonstrate accurate data to make every design move intentional and compliant. 

Let’s get your project off to the right start! Reach out to Apex Land Surveying and Mapping LLC today and speak to our surveyor and their team to request an engineering design survey.