HYDRO CORRIDOR MAPPING IN LA TUQUE
La Tuque, Quebec
92, 340 sq.ft.
Jul 2023
As-Built Plans
Project Overview
DCMS performed a high-precision terrestrial LiDAR survey along a remote river corridor in La Tuque, Quebec, in partnership with Bearstream Consultants. The project aimed to support the design and permitting of a micro-hydropower system for off-grid energy supply in the Canadian wilderness. Due to steep slopes, dense vegetation, and limited access, the Leica RTC360 was chosen to capture reliable geospatial data essential for terrain modeling, water simulation, and structural feasibility.
Deliverables
Registered high-density point cloud (RCP and E57 formats)
1:500 scale topographic plan with contour lines and breaklines
Terrain sections, elevation profiles, and CAD-ready base plan
Verified projection data for ministerial submission and design use
Our Role & Technology
DCMS deployed LiDAR scanning workflows in collaboration with civil and environmental teams to deliver design-ready terrain data.
Leica RTC360 used to capture 3D topography and geospatial features under extreme field conditions
EPSG/CSRS coordinate system verification for regulatory compliance
AutoCAD and Civil3D used to produce accurate contour and terrain plans
Key Challenges & Solutions
Remote terrain and steep access: Lightweight scanner and mobile setup ensured full coverage despite no vehicle access.
Environmental complexity: Captured rugged terrain, water edges, and vegetation with centimeter-level accuracy.
Regulatory coordination: All outputs aligned with Quebec ministry requirements for clean energy projects.
OUR WORKFLOW:Scan, Process,
3D Modeling and Deliver
Normand Levesque
Founder and CEO of Bearstream
"Precise LiDAR data critical for our micro-hydroelectric project."
DCMS delivered precise LiDAR data that was critical for planning our micro-hydroelectric project. Their professionalism and ability to work in remote conditions made a real difference. Highly recommended for any clean energy initiative.
