Survey

Our commitment to finding the best solutions knows no bounds, but our experienced surveyors understand that boundaries matter. Since 1954, DGR Engineering's survey team has been helping shape projects across the Midwest with precision, integrity, and attention to detail. From individual property surveys to large-scale boundary, route, and construction surveys, we provide the accurate data and expertise needed to get every project started on solid ground. Utilizing advanced technology and decades of experience, our surveyors deliver reliable information that helps property owners, developers, engineers, and contractors make informed decisions, minimize risk, and keep projects moving forward with confidence.

Whether defining property lines, establishing project control, or supporting construction through every phase, DGR Engineering’s survey professionals provide the trusted guidance and accurate measurements needed to bring projects from concept to completion.

Survey Contacts:

Tim Laleman, LS
Rock Rapids

Dave Lamberton, LS
Sioux City

Josh Vanderwerf, LS
Sioux Falls

Survey Projects

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  • GIS Services
  • Land Acquisition Services
  • Survey
  • Cybersecurity
  • Control Systems & Automation

Site Survey & Development

DGR performed the boundary and topographic surveying as well as the planning and site design of new Kids Club facility. 

Site Survey & Development
Rock Rapids, IA

Low Head Dam Design & Survey

DGR performed the topographic survey as well as the design of the low head dam.

Low Head Dam Design & Survey
Sioux Center, IA

Street Reconstruction

A multi-phase, multiple-year project to replace paving and aging utilities, install new sidewalks, decorative street lights and traffic signals.

Street Reconstruction
Sioux City, IA

Double Circuit Line

The  project included full services for a 1.7 mile, double-circuit 115 kV line. 

Double Circuit Line
Marshall, MN

Floodplain Analysis

DGR employed a Geographic Information System (GIS) in conjunction with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to first determine the 100-year flood elevations and delineate the floodway boundaries.

Floodplain Analysis
Sutherland, IA

Site Design for Temporary Housing

Designed and implemented the necessary infrastructure to support temporary housing at two sites following severe flooding.

Site Design for Temporary Housing
Rock Valley, IA

Site Design, Survey & Staking

DGR performed the site design as well as the topographic surveying and construction staking of new Kuyper Residence Hall on the campus of Dordt College.

Site Design, Survey & Staking
Sioux Center, IA

Land Acquisition Services

DGR Engineering offers a “one-stop shop” for planning, designing, permitting, right-of-way and easement acquisition services, and construction administration needs.

Land Acquisition Services

Geographic Information Systems

GIS allows us to spatially visualize relationships, patterns, and trends in the world. GIS software is designed to capture, manage, analyze and display all forms of spatial data­—from aerial photos and parcel lines to hydrants and transformers—­­there is something GIS can provide for everyone.

Geographic Information Systems

Cybersecurity Services

As digital threats evolve, securing Operational Technology (OT) systems — the control systems and infrastructure, such as SCADA, ADMS, EMS, and industrial controls, that keep power and water flowing — is critical to safe, reliable utility operations. OT environments have their own operational realities, procedural requirements, and compliance standards, and effectively securing them requires specialized expertise many Information Technology (IT) teams lack.

Cybersecurity Services

Street Reconstruction

This project included new utilities (sanitary sewer, storm sewer and water main), new sidewalks, paving and traffic signals.

Street Reconstruction
Sioux City, IA

Keystone Transmission Line

The project included full services for 58 miles of new 115 kV line and 5 miles of new 69 kV line.

Keystone Transmission Line
Madison, SD

Control Systems & Automation

Our team of experts can cater custom SCADA solutions for any size project.

Control Systems & Automation

Site Development

DGR performed the boundary and topographic surveying as well as the site design of school building addition as a subconsultant.

Site Development
Rock Rapids, IA

Commercial Park Development

46-acre Highway Commercial Development fronting U.S. Highway 75.

Commercial Park Development
Sioux Center, IA

Downtown Street Reconstruction

The City of Orange City adopted a long-term plan to replace the streets in the downtown business and government district.

Downtown Street Reconstruction
Orange City, IA

Site Development

DGR performed the boundary and topographic surveying as well as the site design of school building addition as a subconsultant.

Site Development
Sioux Center, IA