Topographic & Site Mapping Services
Topographic and site mapping is essential for any design, planning, or engineering project. Prime Engineering delivers detailed, high-accuracy topographic surveys that give architects, engineers, and developers the information they need to design with confidence.
Our team serves clients across Central, Southeastern, and Coastal Massachusetts, using GNSS/RTK, total stations, and CAD/GIS integration to produce precise, professional-grade mapping for every type of site.
Service Coverage
- Central Massachusetts (Worcester, Leominster, Gardner)
- Southeastern Massachusetts (Bridgewater, Middleborough, Taunton)
- Coastal Massachusetts & Cape Cod (Barnstable, Yarmouth, Falmouth)
Boundary & Property Line Surveys
Define property ownership clearly and prevent costly disputes.
Construction Staking & Site Layout
Translate your plans into precise field positions that keep builds on track.
Topographic & GIS Mapping
Visualize terrain and infrastructure for smarter planning.
Wetland & Environmental Surveys
Stay compliant with Massachusetts and federal environmental regulations.
What Is a Topographic Survey?
A topographic survey (or “topo”) captures the physical features and elevations of a property, including ground contours, buildings, trees, utilities, and drainage elements. The result is a 3D surface model or plan that forms the foundation for engineering, design, and permitting.
Prime Engineering provides topo surveys with centimeter-level precision and seamless CAD/GIS integration—ensuring your project data transitions smoothly from field to design.
Applications & Use Cases
- Site design and grading plans
- Stormwater management and drainage analysis
- Utility planning and coordination
- Environmental and wetland permitting
- Subdivision and ANR plans
- As-built and existing-conditions surveys
Our Process
- Project Scoping – Define survey area, accuracy requirements, and deliverables.
- Data Collection – GNSS/RTK, total station, and drone data acquisition as needed.
- Surface Modeling – Generate detailed digital terrain models (DTMs) and contours.
- Drafting & QA – Create CAD and GIS deliverables with thorough quality review.
- Delivery – Provide sealed plans, CAD files, and optional GIS datasets.
Deliverables You Can Expect
- Certified topographic plan (PDF + hard copy upon request)
- CAD (DWG/DXF) files with layers for ground, utilities, and structures
- Contours, spot elevations, and benchmarks
- GIS shapefiles or GeoPackage for environmental or municipal use
- As-built documentation (if required)
Why Choose Prime Engineering
- Design-grade accuracy: Precision mapping tailored for engineers and architects.
- Advanced technology: GNSS/RTK, total stations, and drone integration.
- Flexible formats: CAD, GIS, and PDF deliverables formatted to your standards.
- Regulatory awareness: Data structured for MassDEP, FEMA, and local submissions.
“Prime Engineering’s topo survey saved our design team weeks—data was clean, consistent, and easy to integrate.” — Site Engineer, Massachusetts
Compliance & Quality
- Massachusetts Board of Registration standards for Land Surveyors
- Local planning and engineering submittal requirements
- MassDEP and FEMA data formatting compatibility
- Peer-reviewed QA for every topo and site plan
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What’s included in a topographic survey?
Ground elevations, structures, utilities, drainage, vegetation, and other visible features.
How long does a topo survey take?
Most sites are completed within 1–3 weeks depending on size, vegetation, and complexity.
Can you provide both CAD and GIS deliverables?
Yes—our deliverables are available in DWG/DXF and shapefile formats for direct integration.
Do you provide drone-based topographic surveys?
Yes, for larger or open sites we supplement field data with drone imagery and photogrammetry.
Get a Quote
Tell us about your site
- Location or address
- Purpose (design, grading, drainage, permitting)
- Required formats (CAD, GIS, PDF)
- Deadline or milestones
Call Us: 508-947-0050
Response time: Same or next business day