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Surveying for Renewable Energy Supporting the Green Grid
As the demand for clean energy grows, the role of land surveying in renewable energy projects has never been more critical. Whether it's solar farms stretching across rural landscapes or wind turbines dotting hilltops, successful development begins with precise, informed surveying. At AJC, we’ve supported renewable energy clients with services such as boundary surveys, topographic mapping, and site layout, ensuring each project starts with a solid foundation. From terrain ana
Abbie Jones
Nov 221 min read


Weather Dynamics and Land Surveying: What Your Project Needs to Know
When people think of land surveying, they picture equipment, boundary lines, and site maps—but weather is often the unseen force that impacts every aspect of the survey process. Smart project teams account for weather not just in scheduling fieldwork, but in how survey data is collected, interpreted, and applied in engineering design. Why Weather Matters in Surveying Weather isn’t just an inconvenience—it’s a variable that affects: Data Accuracy : Wet conditions can alter e
Abbie Jones
Nov 52 min read


Why Smart Clients Ask for Surveying Early
📍 Why Smart Clients Ask for Surveying Early In civil engineering and land development, timing can be everything. One of the smartest moves a client can make is bringing in the survey team at the very beginning of a project. Whether it's for a new parking lot, industrial site, airport facility, or a multi-phase commercial development, early surveying sets the tone for success. Here’s why: 1. Prevent Design Delays When surveying is done early, architects and engineers can wo
Abbie Jones
Nov 41 min read


Why Smart Stormwater Design is the Unsung Hero of Civil Engineering
💡 Why Smart Stormwater Design is a Game-Changer for Communities In the face of more frequent extreme weather events and aging infrastructure, cities and counties across the Southeast are investing in smarter, more resilient stormwater design. At Abbie Jones Consulting, we know that stormwater management isn’t just about pipes and ditches—it’s about protecting communities, supporting development, and building long-term value. Smart stormwater design combines hydrologic mode
Abbie Jones
Oct 301 min read


Why Smart Surveying Tools Are Changing the Game in Civil Engineering
Smart surveying tools are transforming how civil engineers plan, design, and build infrastructure. At Abbie Jones Consulting, we’ve embraced these tools to enhance the speed, precision, and safety of our services—and the results are groundbreaking. 🚀 Faster, Smarter Fieldwork Gone are the days of days-long field setups and bulky equipment. Today’s smart tools—like robotic total stations, GPS rovers, UAVs (drones), and 3D laser scanners—allow our crews to collect more data in
Abbie Jones
Oct 271 min read


Project Spotlight: Concourse D Modernization
Atlanta, Georgia As the busiest airport in the world, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) demands the highest levels of coordination, accuracy, and efficiency. Abbie Jones Consulting was proud to support the modernization of Concourse D , a crucial terminal hub serving millions of domestic travelers annually. Our team provided utility layout staking and civil plan support , playing a vital role in upgrading the facility’s underground infrastructure. Concour
Abbie Jones
Oct 221 min read


Project Spotlight: ATL Airport Deicing Facility
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport – Atlanta, GA Airside safety and winter preparedness are critical at any major airport—but especially at the world’s busiest. When Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) embarked on a major expansion of its aircraft deicing infrastructure , Abbie Jones Consulting was honored to support this effort with precise, field-ready civil engineering deliverables. Our work contributed to a multi-phase deicing facility exp
Abbie Jones
Oct 201 min read


Project Spotlight: ATL Airport West Parking Deck
Atlanta, Georgia At Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport — one of the world’s busiest — Abbie Jones Consulting provided essential construction staking and layout services for a new seven-story parking garage . Working alongside Lowe Engineers and Holder Construction, our team played a key role in keeping this large-scale infrastructure project moving on schedule. AJC’s survey professionals were engaged in topographic verification, progress as-builts, and structura
Abbie Jones
Oct 151 min read


Project Spotlight: Blue Grass Airport Fuel Facility & Maintenance Facility
Lexington, Kentucky Abbie Jones Consulting (AJC) provided civil engineering and site development services for the Blue Grass Airport Fuel...
Abbie Jones
Oct 151 min read


Project Spotlight: Castle & Key Distillery Expansion
Versailles, Kentucky Castle & Key Distillery is known for blending history with innovation—and its recent expansion project is no exception. To support the distillery’s growth, Abbie Jones Consulting (AJC) provided comprehensive civil engineering and site development services, ensuring the new facilities balance modern infrastructure with the preservation of this historic site. Project Overview The expansion added phased warehouse development, stormwater management, and utili
Abbie Jones
Oct 131 min read


Project Spotlight: Angel’s Envy Sewer Force Main Extension
Building Infrastructure for Growth in Henry County Abbie Jones Consulting (AJC) partnered with Carrollton Utilities to deliver the...
Abbie Jones
Oct 101 min read


Project Spotlight: Lexington Police Roll Call Center
Lexington, Kentucky When Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government (LFUCG) expanded its police facilities with the new East Sector Roll...
Abbie Jones
Oct 91 min read


Project Spotlight: Boone National Guard Parking Lot
Frankfort, Kentucky When the Boone National Guard needed new parking lot improvements in Frankfort, Kentucky, AJC delivered...
Abbie Jones
Oct 81 min read


Surveying the Unseen: How LiDAR Reveals Hidden Terrain
In the heart of Kentucky’s hills and Tennessee’s mountains, lies more than just the terrain we see—there’s a hidden landscape below dense...
Abbie Jones
Oct 21 min read


Preserving Cultural Heritage with Surveying
How Surveyors Help Safeguard the Past for the Future Preserving cultural heritage isn't just the work of historians and...
Abbie Jones
Oct 12 min read


Post-Construction Surveying: Projects Aren’t Done Until We Say They’re Done
When the ribbon is cut and the equipment is packed up, most people think a project is complete. But in the world of land surveying,...
Abbie Jones
Sep 302 min read


Surveying Goes High-Tech: AI, Drones & Automation
Today’s land surveyor might still carry a tripod and wear high-vis—but they also carry drones, LiDAR scanners, and AI-assisted software....
Abbie Jones
Sep 241 min read


Surveying in the Mountains: Elevation, Access & Accuracy in Appalachia
Surveying in Appalachia is a different game. Between the rolling ridgelines, limited access points, and weather variability, every...
Abbie Jones
Sep 191 min read


Surveying for Schools: How K-12 and Campus Projects Rely on Site Data
As students return to class, so do surveyors. Educational projects—from K-12 expansions to university developments—rely on precise land...
Abbie Jones
Sep 171 min read


Why Prequalification Matters: What to Look for in a Survey or Civil Team
Prequalification with state or local governments isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s a signal of reliability, compliance, and capacity. When...
Abbie Jones
Sep 111 min read
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