Surveying

Integrated with All Land Development Services

Surveying services at Moore Bass are integrated in every aspect of the company, under the experienced (years) leadership of:

• Wayne A. Powers, R.L.S. (13) – Atlanta, GA
• Rob Debien, R.L.S. (13) – Newnan, GA
• Larry D. Davis, P.L.S. (30) – Tallahassee, FL
• Joseph D. Coleman , P.L.S. (25) – Tallahassee, FL
• Wm. David McCrary, P.L.S. (29) – Destin, FL
• David E. Smith, P.E., P.S.M. (8) – Destin, FL
• Gregg Bagwell, R.L.S. (20) – Cumming, GA

Moore Bass deploys experienced field crews daily. Our licensed professionals are trained and expert in the State of Georgia and the State of Florida requirements and standards, and also comply with GDOT/FDOT requirements in the office and field. The survey field crews and office support are seasoned experts in handling municipal projects and private development surveying needs. Our survey teams use leading edge technology to bring the client the highest quality results with quick response times.

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Boundary Surveys

Vital to any construction project or land sale transaction is the accurate location and documentation of property boundaries developed by a professional surveyor. Boundary Surveys which locate and establish lines between legal estates also reveal potential problems including encroachments, right-of-way issues, and gaps and gores between adjacent parcels. Boundary Survey Process:

• Research
• Field Measurements
• Plat Preparation and Certification

The research process typically starts with the court clerk for the county. Additional common research includes a site visit; right-of-way department research; and contact with railroad companies, utility companies, local surveyors, and adjoining property owners.

Field measurements include the location of all above ground evidence of ownership, along with location of improvements and property corner monumentation. The latest in technology is employed when collecting these measurements. We use robotics, GPS, and field computers to provide accurate measurements.

Plat preparation includes the office-based finished boundary survey drawing. Our office technical staff (SAMSOG award winners) prepares survey drawings to meet or exceed all the requirements of state and local regulations, accurately depicting clients’ property.

Property is valuable. Our experienced team prepares boundary surveys on tracts of all sizes, in a timely manner, with quality results, using precise, cost effective survey techniques.

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Topographic Surveys

The successful planning and engineering of any land development relies on quality topographic data. Civil Engineers and Landscape Architects use survey data depicting land elevation to develop their design solutions for the site. Accuracy of the topographic surveys and base maps are essential for the development of designs that respond to real site conditions.

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ALTA ACSM Land Title Surveys

Moore Bass is qualified and equipped to meet all the specifications of an ALTA/ACSM Land Title Survey. The American Land Title Association, the American Congress on Surveying and Mapping, and the National Society of Professional Surveyors joined to establish a set of Minimum Standard Detail Requirements for ALTA surveys. The ALTA/ACSM Surveys are held to a higher standard than a standard boundary survey. The ALTA survey addresses additional issues such as reviewing the title commitments, depicting current zoning conditions, and providing redundant measurements between boundary corners. Moore Bass has successfully completed ALTA/ACSM Land Title Surveys for numerous apartment complexes, storage facilities, and large-scale boundary surveys.

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GIS Services

Moore Bass provides assistance to government agencies and utility companies by providing Geographic Information System (GIS) support. In 2002, our surveyors assisted the Clayton County Water Authority in establishing a county-wide geodetic control network. The control was established using first order GPS survey techniques. We are also experienced in GIS data collection for stormwater, water distribution, utility distribution and sanitary sewer inventory projects.

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Aerial Mapping Coordination

Moore Bass Surveying provides full coordination of all aerial mapping needs. This includes color digital orthometric photos, cost effective aerial topographic mapping, and black and white photos for planning purposes. The survey team and mapping partners use only the best equipment including LIDAR measurement devices, airborne GPS, and RTK survey grade equipment during the mapping process.

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Construction Layout

Moore Bass is involved in all aspects of construction layout. We provide complete construction layout services for residential and commercial development projects. Stake-out activities include slope staking roadways, storm and sanitary sewer layout, and structural column line locations. Our layout teams provide clients with reliable accuracy, immediate service, and competitive rates.

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Cellular Tower Surveys

Moore Bass prepares surveys for telecommunication tower sites. We provide topographic surveys, boundary plats, latitude and longitude for the sites meeting FAA requirements, and legal descriptions for future easements and lease areas.

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Homebuilder’s Service

Moore Bass currently offers a number of services designed to support homebuilders. Our office-based surveying staff prepares site plans and building pad layouts, while our field surveyors prepare foundation location surveys and FHA required final mortgage loan surveys.

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Land Surveying Services:

• Property descriptions
• Acreage determinations
• Location maps
• Property boundary sketches
• Plot plans
• Legal descriptions
• Tax map and official records research
• Verification of property ownership or control
• Infrastructure mapping - existing and proposed roads; sewer lines; water lines; gas lines; power lines; rail lines; easements; etc. (including
• Specific sizes and pertinent data, if available)
• Contour mapping
• Mapping of geological information: soils, depth of rock, water table, etc.
• Research of development regulations: zoning requirements, restrictions, or covenants.
• Floodplain information: Federal Emergency Management Agency floodplain maps for the locality, which should be provided by
• Communities participating in the National Flood Insurance Program.
• Environmental assessments: current or previous environmental reviews, archaeological information, etc.
• Structure locations and descriptions
• History: general history of the site, such as past and present usage, whether agricultural, landfill, industrial, or other.
• Surrounding property: general information concerning the surrounding property or any special considerations.
• Tree location surveys

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