Subsurface Utility Engineering

Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE), is an essential method for accurately identifying, verifying, and mapping underground utilities. This process is vital in minimizing the risks and costs associated with utility conflicts during the design and construction of infrastructure projects. By gathering data from a variety of sources and employing advanced technologies, our licensed professionals provide clients with the most comprehensive and reliable information available.

We adhere to the ASCE 38 Standard Guidelines for Investigating and Documenting Existing Utilities. Our SUE process integrates a range of geophysical and engineering techniques to ensure thorough utility detection and mapping:

• Geophysical Utility Designation: Using electromagnetic techniques and ground penetrating radar (GPR) to detect utilities below the surface.
• Nondestructive Excavation: Employing techniques such as vacuum excavation to expose utilities without damaging them, ensuring precise utility identification.
• Survey and Mapping: Detailed survey techniques using Robotic Total Stations, GPS or LiDAR to accurately document the location of underground utilities.

Our customized SUE services are efficiently delivered to a wide range of clients, including Departments of Transportation (DOTs), airports, railroads, transit authorities, land developers, government agencies, utility owners, and private clients.