Lake Bathymetry in Atlanta, Georgia

Powerful, Proven Results: Bathymetric Lake Mapping was performed by Greg Grimes with Aquatic Environmental Services for a homeowners association in a suburb of Atlanta, Georgia. Originally mapped by Aquatic Environmental Services in 2007, the HOA wanted to create an updated base map of lake depths and locate areas of sediment accumulation due to heavy construction upstream. Comparing lake depth data from 2007 and 2010 allows the HOA to estimate how much sedimentation is occurring and…

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Jul 2010

GPS Lake Map Isolates Potential Invasive Vegetation Growth Areas

GPS Lake Mapping Saves Time and Money by Accurately Locating Problem Areas It is critical to know the exact acreage and depth range of your lake to make sound management decisions in the battle against invasive aquatic vegetation. Understanding exactly where to apply treatment not only saves time and money but more importantly provides a better opportunity to control aggressive, non-native aquatic plant life. Precision GPS lake mapping conducted by The Mapping Network utilizes highly…

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Jul 2010

Lake Bathymetry in Denver, Colorado

Lake Mapping used to Understand Depths and Volume of Reservoir Upper Soda Lake, part of a popular recreation area in Lakewood, Colorado (suburb of Denver) was recently mapped by Absolute Natural Resources, LLC. The resulting bathymetric lake map will assist management decisions by understanding the topography of the bottom of the reservoir. The public will also enjoy the benefits of a new, accurate lake map by easily identifying areas to fish. More information on Absolute…

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Jun 2010

Bathymetry Validates Dredging Project

3D GPS Bathymetric Lake Mapping verifies Dredging Project Arlington, Texas – Trent Lewis with Pond Medics, Inc. completed a bathymetric survey in conjunction with a golf course management company and a dredging company to verify appropriate sediment removal was achieved during a dredging project. Pond Medics, a lake mapping partner with The Mapping Network, charted the bottom of the lake before and after the dredging project to monitor the improvements. This information provides peace of…

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Jun 2010

Bathymetry Partner Spotlight: PondMedics

PondMedics Incorporated is the complete source for your pond and lake needs in Texas and Oklahoma. In addition to managing private fisheries, controlling aquatic vegetation and the typical lake management services, PondMedics also offers engineering services specifically for ponds and lakes. Setting themselves apart from other pond and lake management companies, PondMedics Incorporated is a State of Texas registered Civil Engineering firm specializing in limnology, bathymetry, hydraulics and hydrology to help you design, engineer and…

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Jun 2010

Bathymetry and a Creative Design Saves Community Hundreds of Thousands of Dollars

Chicago Area Company uses Technology to Save Community Significant Money A reserve study at a local eco-friendly community said that the community needed to save over a half million dollars over a 30 year period for a future dredging project due to increased sedimentation from storm water runoff. This was based on a 2005 bathymetric study performed by Integrated Lakes Management. This subdivision is a very environmentally conscious and developed a treatment train to route…

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Jun 2010

Lake Mapping Partner Spotlight: Aquatechnex

Aquatechnex is a fully integrated lake and aquatic plant management firm that operates primarily in the Western United States and Upper Midwest States. The company is a recognized expert in the management of invasive aquatic species such as Eurasian Milfoil, Brazilian Elodea, Hydrilla and Water Hyacinth. The mission of Aquatechnex is to provide solutions to insure the beneficial uses of their clients water bodies are protected. GPS Bathymetry is a critical management tool for isolating…

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Jun 2010

Lake Bathymetry Used to Place Fish Habitat Structure

Lake Bathymetry was performed by Tony Byrne with Absolute Natural Resources, LLC (ANR) for a homeowner in the Denver, Colorado area. The purpose of this project was to create a base map of lake depths and locate ideal places to install new fish habitat structure. The initial step included the data collection for the contour map which was then examined by aquatic biologists at ANR to narrow down prime placement of the new structure. Once…

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May 2010

Contour Lake Map in Google Earth

The Mapping Network is proud to announce our custom lake mapping products can be fully integrated into Google Earth. Simply add the contour KML file to Google Earth and take control by flying around or zooming in and out of the area. Download Lake Contour KML file here: Lake Contour Example Need Google Earth? Download it here: Google Earth Contour Lake Map in Google Earth The Mapping Network: www.TheMappingNetwork.com A Nationwide Network of GPS Mapping…

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May 2010

Lake Mapping as a Tool for Successful Lake Management

Successful lake management requires an understanding of composition, depth and volume of your lake. Greg Grimes, President of Aquatic Environmental Services, Inc (Ball Ground, Georgia), had a client request an updated lake map to note current depths and mark sediment depths. Information gathered during the lake mapping process helped Mr. Grimes’ client better comprehend the level of sedimentation building up over time in this fishing lake. The resulting map provided the baseline depth profile needed…

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May 2010