Just about every professional surveyor has been in these shoes. You attend a conference or technology summit and a “new” mapping technology is presented that is touted to develop base maps faster, cheaper, and without a survey. With all the… Continue Reading
Identifying potentially hazardous buildings before earthquakes occur saves lives and allows owners of critical infrastructure and commerce to prepare for and mitigate loss. FEMA’s Rapid Visual Screening (RVS) of Buildings for Potential Seismic Hazards is a methodology that enables personnel to… Continue Reading
We knit, we crochet, we do it by ourselves and sometimes together. We keep our hands busy and our hearts open. The results are labors of love. We do it because we can and because we want to and because… Continue Reading
The welcome sign at the Haxton & Kwina roundabout includes phrases in both English and Lummi. As anyone who drives a car in Western Washington knows, roundabouts are becoming increasingly popular. And whether you love roundabouts or hate them… Continue Reading
Time has passed quickly, and many changes have been made to stormwater management over the 41 years of my career. Back in 1972, when President Nixon signed the Clean Water Act (CWA), I was a newly hired engineer and surveyor… Continue Reading