Riverside Homes Construction Site - Progress Report (April 12, 2025)

Mission Summary 

• Drone Pilot: Edward

• FAA Part 107: Current

• Drone: DJI Mavic 2 Zoom

• Capture Date: April 12, 2025

• Location: Fort Morgan, CO

• Area Covered: 5.171 Acres (0.020929 km² converted to acres)

Flight Time:

•     Capture Start: 12:48:29

•     Capture End: 13:19:18

•     Total Time: 0:30:49

• Images Captured: 284

Drone Altitude and Flight Path

• Maximum Altitude: 180 ft

• Average Altitude: 180 ft

• Total Distance Flown: 1,378 ft

Orthophoto and DSM Insights

Orthophoto Insights:

Orthophoto: DJI Mavic 2 Zoom The high-resolution orthophoto provides a clear overhead view of the construction site, enabling accurate measurements and detailed site analysis.

Key observations from this week:

• Significant progress in roofing completion on the main multi-unit building is evident.

• Continued foundation work on the smaller residential units is observed.

• Material staging areas appear well-organized, contributing to site efficiency.

• The overall site layout remains consistent, indicating effective site management.

DSM (Digital Surface Model):

The DSM highlights elevation variations on the site, which is crucial for site grading and progress tracking.

Key observations from this week:

• Elevation changes in the central area of the site suggest ongoing earthmoving or grading activities.

• DSM highlights:

  • Low elevation: approximately 4244.46 feet (1,293.71m)

  • High elevation: approximately 4394.98 feet (1,339.57m)

    • (Note: These elevations are relative to the project's vertical datum. Local altitude may vary.)

Construction Update:

Structural Progress:

• Continued progress on the foundations of the smaller residential units.

• Significant advancement in roofing completion on the main multi-unit building.

• Overall structural development is proceeding as expected based on visual analysis, but a comparison with the project schedule is needed for a precise assessment.

Site Layout:

• Consistent site layout with organized staging areas and access roads.

• Material organization and changes in storage patterns are observed.

• Clear access routes are maintained, promoting site safety and efficient logistics.

Accuracy Metrics (ODM Quality Report):

• GSD: 1.9 cm

• Horizontal Accuracy (CE90): 1.463 meters

• Vertical Accuracy (LE90): 6.316 meters

• GPS errors: 2.50 meters

• Processing Time: 42.0 minutes 25.0 seconds

These metrics confirm the high precision and reliability of our drone data, which is essential for effective construction monitoring and decision-making.

Deliverables:

• Images Captured: 284 high-resolution images (available in JPG and DNG formats), including 8 cardinal-direction views for comprehensive site coverage.

• Orthophoto & DSM: High-resolution outputs that support marketing, project management, and site planning, accessible via the dedicated client portal on www.303-drones.net.

• Videos: Dynamic 400’ Orbit and Hyperlapse footage capturing the site's progress, providing a visual narrative of the construction evolution.

Next Steps:

• Continue monitoring construction progress with regular drone surveys.

• Compare the current progress against the project's construction schedule to ensure adherence to timelines.

• Conduct a detailed volumetric analysis using the original DSM data to quantify earthwork.

• Implement interactive maps and dashboards to enhance stakeholder visualization and understanding of the project's progress (as outlined by Persona 3).

• Perform on-site inspections to verify safety protocols and compliance with regulations.

Trends:

• • Consistent progress in structural development.

  • Potential decrease in data accuracy over time (as noted in the previous report), which requires ongoing monitoring.

Additional Information:

Riverside Homes is developed to provide quality housing for Cargill employees, contributing to local workforce stability and community growth.

For comprehensive project details and unit plans, visit the Riverside Homes website at https://riverside.fortmorganhomes.com/.

Highlighting Stakeholder Pain Points Addressed:

• • This report addresses the stakeholders' need for accurate and timely information on construction progress.

  • It provides quantifiable metrics and visual evidence to support decision-making.

  • It highlights potential areas of concern, enabling proactive management.

  • The deliverables (orthophoto, DSM, videos) offer valuable tools for communication and collaboration.

CTA:

For any additional information or to request further services, please contact Drone Pilot Edward