Shoreline Erosion Drone Survey Explained

Aerial Shoreline Stability & Risk Assessment

What Is a Shoreline Erosion Drone Survey?

This survey uses high-resolution aerial imaging to assess shoreline condition, vegetation buffers, sediment movement, and erosion risk.

It provides a visual and spatial record of shoreline stability.

What Problem Does It Solve?

You should consider this survey when:

• Erosion or bank instability is visible

• Sediment runoff may be entering the lake

• Shoreline vegetation loss is suspected

• Infrastructure near the water is at risk

• You require documentation for restoration planning

• You need before-and-after comparisons

Manual shoreline inspections often miss gradual or wide-scale changes.

What Data Do You Receive?

Outputs may include:

• High-resolution shoreline imagery

• Identified erosion zones

• Vegetation buffer condition mapping

• Slope and bank stability analysis (where applicable)

• Visual comparison sets for change tracking

Data is delivered digitally and accessible via the Lake Pulse Portal.

How It Works

1. Exploratory scoping call

2. Flight planning

3. Aerial drone mission

4. Image processing and mapping

5. Digital delivery of findings

Optional scheduled re-surveys support long-term erosion monitoring.

When Should You Use It?

Most valuable:

• After major storms

• Before shoreline stabilization projects

• When applying for funding or permits

• During long-term shoreline management planning

Summary

A shoreline erosion drone survey provides the visual evidence and spatial data required to assess risk, prioritize interventions, and communicate clearly with stakeholders.