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5: Surveying and Mapping

Chapter_05.pdf (888.95 KB)

PDDM Chapter 5

  • Section 5.1 General
    • 5.1.1 Surveying and Mapping Functions and Programs
    • 5.1.2 Authority and Administration
    • 5.1.3 Safety
  • Section 5.2 Guidance and References
  • Section 5.3 Survey Planning
    • 5.3.1 Survey Datum
    • 5.3.2 Survey Standards
  • Section 5.4 Field Data Collection and Processing
    • 5.4.1 Control Surveys
    • 5.4.2 Topographic Surveys - Aerial
    • 5.4.3 Photogrammetry
    • 5.4.4 Topographic Surveys - Terrestrial
    • 5.4.5 Right-of-Way and Cadastral Surveys
    • 5.4.6 Use of Unmanned Aircraft Systems
  • Section 5.5 Final Design Surveys
    • 5.5.1 Reference Hub Staking
    • 5.5.2 Pavement and Bridge Grid Grades
  • Section 5.6 Records and Reports
    • 5.6.1 Purpose
    • 5.6.2 Metadata Standards
    • 5.6.3 Elements of Survey Field Notes
  • Appendices

    Chapter_05A.pdf (651.81 KB)