ICC DRONES provides high-accuracy aerial drone mapping services using advanced sUAS platforms equipped with Ground Control Points (GCPs) or Real-Time Kinematic (RTK) positioning. This combination allows us to produce survey-accurate mapping deliverables capable of supporting civil engineering design, land development, utility planning, and large-scale construction projects.

Drone mapping dramatically accelerates data collection while reducing field time, site disruptions, and safety risks - all without sacrificing the accuracy required by engineers and contractors. Whether you’re analyzing existing grades, modeling a large development, or verifying construction progress, ICC DRONES delivers consistent, reliable, and design-ready data.

Precision Mapping With GCP-Enhanced or RTK-Enabled Workflows

We use two primary workflows to ensure engineering-grade accuracy:

• GCP-Based Mapping: GCPs are established on-site using GNSS survey equipment, providing sub-inch to low-tenth vertical accuracy ideal for design surfaces.
• RTK Drone Mapping: Our RTK-equipped drones receive real-time corrections from a base station or network, producing highly accurate deliverables with minimal ground control requirements.

Both methods result in high-confidence datasets that integrate seamlessly with Civil 3D, AutoCAD, GIS, and BIM environments.

Service Options & Estimated Pricing

ICC DRONES offers transparent pricing for common drone mapping deliverables. Actual estimates may vary based on vegetation, access, vertical accuracy requirements, or site complexity.

Service	Estimated Cost	Ideal For
Drone Topo Map (1–5 acres)	$1,000 – $2,000	Early-stage planning, remote access sites
Drone Topo Map (5–25 acres)	$2,000 – $4,500	Grading plans, cut/fill analysis, site layout
Drone Topo Map (25–100+ acres)	$4,500 – $10,000+	Construction logistics, earthwork modeling, large site prep
Orthomosaic Imagery Only	$500 – $1,000	Site overviews, presentations, permitting exhibits
Contours & TIN Surface (1'–2' Intervals)	Included or $300–$1,200	Civil 3D/AutoCAD-compatible workflows
Point Cloud / LAS File Output	+$250 (optional)	Design surface modeling or as-built verification
Ground Control / RTK Setup	$400 – $800	Required for engineering-grade vertical accuracy
Flyover Video (Optional)	$300 – $900	Site marketing or client coordination

Every deliverable is quality-controlled, accuracy-checked, and prepared for immediate integration into your design workflow.

High-Value Deliverables for Engineering & Construction Teams

Aerial mapping provides far more than imagery. ICC DRONES produces complete engineering-grade datasets, including:

• Contours (1'–2' intervals) for grading and drainage planning
• TIN surfaces for cut/fill calculations
• DSM & DTM surfaces for modeling existing conditions
• Orthomosaic imagery with survey-aligned georeferencing
• Point clouds (.LAS) for highly detailed surface analysis
• Volumetric calculations for stockpiles and earthwork
• 3D site models for coordination and design visualization

These deliverables reduce guesswork, accelerate design timelines, and help prevent costly field conflicts during construction.

Applications Across the Development Lifecycle

Aerial drone mapping supports dozens of engineering and construction needs, including:

• Conceptual planning and feasibility
• Civil engineering base maps
• Roadway and utility design
• Land development and subdivision layout
• Detention pond and drainage analysis
• Construction progress monitoring
• Earthwork modeling and logistics planning
• Environmental and permitting exhibits

From early planning through construction completion, ICC DRONES provides continuously updated datasets that keep your project aligned with real-world conditions.

Accuracy You Can Trust

We understand the accuracy expectations of civil engineers and construction professionals. Our mapping process includes:

• Verified survey control
• Cross-checked elevations
• Accuracy reports for client records
• Cleanly structured Civil 3D files
• Thorough QA/QC at the surface and contour level

This ensures every dataset is defensible, consistent, and ready for use in design, permitting, or construction workflows.

ICC DRONES supports projects of all scales throughout the Dallas–Fort Worth region, offering fast turnaround times, cost-effective solutions, and data precision that engineering teams rely on. When you need accurate surfaces, high-resolution imagery, and dependable aerial deliverables - we deliver. Contact us today on 972-449-5630.