Colt Geomatics Solutions Ltd.

3D Geospatial Visualization Tools for Pipeline Routing

Organization
Colt Geomatics Solutions Ltd.

Author
Chrystal Rothfus

ESRI Software
ArcGIS 9.1

Data Sources
Enbridge Pipelines Inc.

Description
The poster explores three scenarios related to pipeline engineering projects where geospatial technology is a valuable planning tool. The first question illustrates how data interpolation of a LiDAR DEM is effective for determining a suitable pipeline routing location across a stream. The second question demonstrates how a viewshed analysis is used to predict the visibility of a proposed facility site from a concerned resident's home. The third question shows how a cut and fill analysis is convenient for estimating earth material volumes needed to construct a level airstrip surface.

Acknowledgements
Enbridge Pipelines Inc