Topographic Services in El Salvador

What Do Our Topographic Services Include?

We provide a wide range of topographic services tailored to various industries, ensuring accuracy and compliance with local regulations. Our services include:

• Topographic Surveys (for construction, land division, and cadastral registration)
• Boundary and Land Demarcation
• Elevation and Terrain Leveling
• Environmental Impact Studies (including forest inventory surveys)
• Hydraulic and Hydrological Design Surveys
• Subdivision Planning and Urbanization Design
• Construction As-Built Surveys (to verify structures align with approved plans)

What Type of Projects Require Topography?

Topographic services are essential for a variety of projects, including:

• Construction Projects: Ensuring precise site planning and execution
• Real Estate Transactions: Providing accurate land measurements for legal documentation
• Engineering and Infrastructure Development: Roads, bridges, transmission towers, and water systems
• Environmental and Agricultural Studies: Mapping land use, water flow, and environmental impact assessments

What Tools and Technology Do We Use?

We employ state-of-the-art technology to ensure the highest level of precision, including:

• Total Stations: The standard tool for highly accurate terrestrial measurements
• GNSS RTK Systems: Also known as GPS, these are used for high-precision georeferenced positioning
• Drones for Photogrammetry and LiDAR Scanning: Providing aerial surveys for large areas with advanced accuracy
• Specialized Software: For processing and analyzing survey data, including terrain modeling and 3D mapping

What Experience Do We Have?

Our team has extensive experience in topographic services, including:

• Cadastral Surveys for CNR: We have successfully handled property registration and boundary adjustments in compliance with the National Registration Center (CNR)
• Major Construction Projects: Our as-built surveys include work on key structures such as the Rosales Hospital
• Large-Scale Environmental Studies: Such as the topographic study of the Rio Grande de San Miguel basin
• Subdivision and Urban Planning: Helping develop residential and commercial spaces with precise land parceling

How Long Does a Topographic Survey Take?

Several factors influence the timeline of a topographic survey:

• Terrain Complexity: Steep or heavily vegetated land may take longer to measure
• Accessibility: Remote or hard-to-reach locations require additional time
• Data Processing: After fieldwork, data processing and technical descriptions typically take 2–3 days
• CNR Approvals: If the project requires cadastral registration, processing at CNR can take up to a week

For example, using a total station, we can survey up to five manzanas per day, even in difficult terrain.

How Can Clients Request a Topographic Survey?

To request a topographic survey, clients need to provide:

1. Property Location Details
2. Recent Photos of the Land (if available)
3. Property Registration Number (Matrícula)
4. A Copy of the Property Title (Escritura)

Once we receive this information, we provide a cost estimate and assess the project’s complexity. For best results, we recommend an on-site inspection before finalizing the estimate.

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