Geotechnical investigation and reporting for a given project, typically assigning soil parameters such as allowable bearing capacity and lateral earth pressures, seismic site class, comment on estimated settlement, as well as recommendations for foundation excavations and construction.

Assessment of existing or proposed slopes with respect to slope stability. Typically involving site investigation and sample collection/testing, as well as reporting discussing the stability of a given slope. Slope stability assessments are often related to proposed construction activities at the crest or toe of a given slope.

Assessment of flood risk for a given area within a watershed. Typically involving site investigation and sample collection/testing, as well as reporting discussing the flood risk (if any) for an area of interest.

We specialize in the design of various types of earth retaining structures including Geosynthetic Mechanically-Stabilized Earth, Pre-cast Concrete Block, Gabion Basket, and others. We also often work with Structural Consultants to provide lateral earth pressures, confirm bearing capacity, and conduct slope stability analyses for cast-in-place and other types of earth retaining structures designed by Structural Engineers.

We use state of the art LiDAR and Photogrammetry equipment and software which facilitates high-efficiency survey of large, densely vegetated, and difficult to reach areas. When absolute accuracy requirements dictate, we also conduct ground-based survey via traditional GNSS (GPS) methods which are integrated with the UAV flight data in order to provide deliverables in corrected geoid (Orthometric) elevations. For legal survey requirements, we are happy to refer our local community partners upon request. All operators possess Transport Canada Advanced Drone Operator certificates.

We are proud to have a diverse portfolio of successful projects across Western Canada. While we are experienced in working in various regions, we have a strong presence and extensive experience working in the Kootenay Region of British Columbia, including cities/towns/villages such as Ainsworth, Argenta, Balfour, Boswell, Castlegar, Christina Lake, Creston, Grand Forks, Midway, Nakusp, Nelson, Rossland, Salmo, Trail, and many others. If you are in need of geotechnical and/or UAV surveying services in other areas, please do not hesitate to contact us. We are always willing to explore new opportunities and work in new regions.