LiDAR Surveys for Heritage Landscapes
Reveal hidden features in heritage landscapes and archaeological sites. LiDAR penetrates vegetation to map buried foundations, earthworks, and terrain features.
LiDAR Drone Surveying & Mapping Use Cases for Historic Preservation
How historic preservation organizations use our lidar drone surveying & mapping services
Archaeological prospection
Landscape documentation
Terrain mapping
Feature detection
Conservation surveys
Benefits for Historic Preservation
LiDAR penetrates vegetation to reveal true ground elevation — critical for surveying projects in forested and vegetated areas.
- Reveal hidden features
- Non-invasive survey
- Penetrate vegetation
- High-resolution terrain
- Archaeological support
ROI: LiDAR discovers features invisible to traditional survey methods.
Equipment & Technology
- DJI Zenmuse L3
- ROCK R3 Pro V2
- DJI Matrice 400 RTK
- Emlid RS4
Deliverables
- Classified Point Cloud (LAS)
- DTM/DSM
- Contour Maps
- Cross Sections
- Intensity Images
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about lidar drone surveying & mapping for historic preservation
When should I use LiDAR over photogrammetry?
Use LiDAR when you need bare-earth terrain under vegetation, or consistent accuracy regardless of surface texture.
How dense is the point cloud?
We capture 200-400 points per square meter, allowing detailed feature extraction.
Can you classify vegetation layers?
Yes, we provide multi-layer vegetation classification per ASPRS standards.
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