MCA provides subsurface utility engineering services for asset management and design purposes, including utility location and mapping for Quality Levels A through D. MCA’s trained staff utilize geophysical methods including electromagnetic transmitters and receivers, magnetic locators, duct rodders, ground penetrating radar (GPR) to obtain Quality Level B information. MCA also can mobilize vacuum excavation equipment to obtain Quality Level A information. MCA then utilizes survey-grade GPS equipment to collect location data and incorporate it into AutoCAD and GIS basemapping.

MCA has been providing these services to public agencies and other design firms for projects at a variety of locations including urban streets, public parks, and large military installations. Our clients are finding that accurate mapping of their existing subsurface infrastructure is an important tool for planning and design of future projects and the reduction of construction delays/claims caused by unforeseen conditions.