Drone LiDAR Mapping Services | Confluent Drone Services

LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) technology captures millions of precise elevation points per second, creating detailed 3D representations of terrain, structures, and vegetation. Our drone-mounted LiDAR systems deliver survey-grade accuracy while covering large areas in a fraction of the time required for traditional ground surveys.

Why Choose Drone LiDAR?

Traditional ground surveys can take days or weeks to complete and may miss critical details in areas with dense vegetation or difficult terrain. Drone LiDAR penetrates tree canopy and ground cover to capture accurate ground elevation data, even in heavily wooded areas. This makes it ideal for:

•  Topographic surveys for site planning and design

•  Pre-construction baseline mapping

•  Flood plain analysis and stormwater modeling

•  Corridor mapping for utilities, roads, and pipelines

•  Forest inventory and timber volume estimation

•  Archaeological site documentation

•  Quarry and mine site surveying

Deliverables

We process raw LiDAR data into the formats your team needs. Standard deliverables include classified point clouds (LAS/LAZ), digital elevation models (DEM), digital surface models (DSM), contour lines (DXF/SHP), and georeferenced orthomosaic imagery. All data is delivered in your preferred coordinate system and can be formatted for direct import into Civil 3D, ArcGIS, QGIS, and other common software platforms.

Accuracy & Quality

Our LiDAR systems achieve vertical accuracy of 2-5 cm RMS when flown with ground control points. We use RTK/PPK positioning for precise geolocation and can tie into existing survey control networks. All projects include a detailed accuracy report documenting the methods used and results achieved.