Archaeological Site Documentation

Aerial Photography

Archaeological projects require detailed site mapping, feature documentation, and accurate records of the excavation progress. Traditional methods involve time-consuming hand measurements, total station surveys, and limited visual context for features.

Drone photogrammetry creates comprehensive site records combining visual documentation with measurable spatial data:

• Pre-Excavation Site Mapping: Document existing conditions and topography before ground disturbance

• Excavation Monitoring: Create sequential maps showing excavation progress, stratigraphy, and feature exposure

• Feature Documentation: Generate detailed plans and elevation views of archaeological features, structures, and artifact distributions

• Context Recording: Provide spatial relationships between features across the entire site

• Report Integration: Deliverable maps and images ready for integration into archaeological reports and publications

• Public Archaeology: Compelling aerial imagery for community presentations and stakeholder engagement

With extensive applications in CRM survey documentation, research excavation records, site monitoring and management, historic landscape analysis, and tribal consultation materials, this approach supports both regulatory compliance and long-term research goals.

Historic Architecture Documentation

Historic structures require detailed condition assessments, preservation planning documentation, and ongoing monitoring. Accessing upper stories, rooflines, and architectural details often requires scaffolding, lifts, or risky ladder work.

Safe, comprehensive documentation of historic buildings and structures from multiple perspectives:

• Condition Assessment: Document roof conditions, masonry deterioration, structural issues, and areas requiring attention—without physical access

• Elevation Mapping: Create accurate elevation views of all building facades for preservation planning

• Detail Documentation: Capture high-resolution imagery of architectural features, ornamental elements, and problem areas

• Before/After Records: Document conditions before and after restoration work with comparable spatial accuracy

• HABS/HAER Support: Provide aerial imagery and site context for Historic American Buildings Survey documentation

• Maintenance Planning: Regular monitoring flights to track deterioration patterns and prioritize preservation work.