ALTA Title Survey: How to Apply the Combined Scale Factor

Land surveyor using a total station to measure and verify ground distances for an ALTA Title Survey.

Getting an ALTA Title Survey right in Denver takes more than just measuring and mapping the land. Because Denver sits more than 5,000 feet above sea level, small errors in distance can cause big problems later. One of the most common mistakes happens when surveyors forget to adjust for the difference between grid distance and […]

NASA Radar & Drone Surveying: Smarter Flood, Landslide Risk

Drone surveying rugged valley with creek and NASA radar overlay showing flood and landslide risk detection

Technology is changing how we see the ground beneath our feet. Last Week, NASA released the first radar images from its new NISAR satellite. The results were impressive. This satellite can detect ground movements as small as a few millimeters, giving scientists a powerful way to monitor slopes, rivers, and cities. For Denver, where fast […]

How a Construction Survey Helps Prevent Road Collapses

Construction survey being performed by two surveyors with total station and plans on a roadway site

Late last month, Littleton city officials announced that South Broadway would close through spring 2026. The reason wasn’t a new development or a flashy project. Instead, it was to replace a failing culvert and build a safer walkway. Without this work, the road faced the real risk of collapse. This story shows why a construction […]