Monsoon season is a reminder that keeping our stormwater system running smoothly starts long before the first storm arrives. Behind the scenes, our crews are working year-round using innovative tools to help keep our infrastructure ready when it matters most.

Our Land Surveying team is taking technology to new heights with drones equipped with green LiDAR, a tool that can measure the ground—even beneath shallow water—to create detailed 3D maps of washes, detention basins, and other critical areas. This information helps us understand changing conditions, plan maintenance, and protect the infrastructure that keeps water moving safely through our community.

These high-tech tools are only possible because of the dedicated crews behind them. From surveying the landscape to collecting the data that guides future projects, our teams are always looking for smarter ways to serve our residents.

Using drones also helps us work efficiently while minimizing impacts to the plants and wildlife in these natural areas. It’s a clear example of how innovation helps us stay one step ahead, because when it comes to monsoon preparation, we like to keep things flowing.

So, the next time you spot a drone overhead, know it’s not just flying around, it’s helping us get a better view of what’s below and preparing our community for what’s ahead.