How Drone Surveying Prepares Rivers for Big Events
Last month, Chicago made history. Hundreds of swimmers took part in the first official race in the Chicago River in almost 100 years. For many residents, it was a proud moment. The waterway, once known for pollution and industry, was finally clean and safe enough for a public event. Crowds gathered, media outlets covered the […]
How a Flood Elevation Survey and 311 Data Guide Planning
When planning a project, one question always comes up: Will this site flood? The answer is not always simple. A flood elevation survey shows how a property sits compared to the base flood level, but that’s only part of the story. Real-world problems often go beyond the official maps. That’s where Chicago’s 311 data comes […]
How an ALTA Land Title Survey Mapped a Floating Eco-Park
When you hear the words “ALTA Land Title Survey,” you probably think of paperwork, real estate, or property closings. But in Chicago, this technical tool helped bring something unexpected to life — a floating eco-park on the Chicago River. Yes, you read that right. A floating park. The Wild Mile is one of the country’s […]