As a leading geospatial company, Merrick knows the the use of these technologies are continually growing as the most accurate and most feasible data collection method for environmental and water resources projects. For water resource projects, LiDAR is commonly used to map large geographical areas to provide decision makers with understanding of topography and the potential for flooding. Other remotely sensed data such as hyperspectral mapping and geospatial mapping is becoming more economical and useful in understanding the environment.

Multi-Sensor Data Fusion
As a pioneer in the use of combined, multiple-sensor data collection, Merrick has the unique ability to effectively provide greater accuracy in data collection. To provide the optimum data collection structure and output, Merrick has the ability to integrate up to five (5) highly accurate data collection systems, with all sensors loaded on to one platform. The outcome to the client is a more accurate product that allows for precise measurements and interpretation by the end users.

Services Provided to Environmental and Water Resource Agencies:

• LiDAR
• Hyperspectral
• Photogrammetry
• Multi-sensor fusion
• Surveying for GSS
• Satellite imagery
• MARS^®
• Application development
• Internet mapping

Project Applications for Environmental and Water Resources:

• Terrestrial land cover mapping
• Vegetation species identification
• Habitat inventories & preservation
• Water resource management
• Floodplain studies
• Wetland conservation
• Coastal Erosion

Environmental and Water Resources Project Examples :

• Missouri River Habitat Modeling, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Omaha District; Omaha, NE.pdf
• Yellowstone River Channel Precision Topographic & Bathymetric Mapping; MT.pdf