Volumes
Automated Volume Calculations & Reporting
Instantly calculate volumes from drone flights with automated reports showing material moved and remaining, enabling precise earthwork tracking and inventory management.
Precision Volume Analytics
The Volumes feature within OverSite provides automated calculation of cut and fill volumes, stockpile quantities, and material movement tracking using advanced surface modeling and high-resolution elevation data.
From initial earthwork estimates to final as-built volumes, monitor material quantities with survey-grade accuracy and generate comprehensive reports for project documentation and billing.
Key Features
Cut & Fill Analysis
Calculate precise cut and fill volumes by comparing design surfaces with current topography using advanced surface modeling algorithms.
Stockpile Tracking
Monitor stockpile volumes over time with automated detection and measurement of material piles using drone-captured elevation data.
Progress Reports
Generate automated volume reports showing material movement, quantities remaining, and progress against project milestones.
Historical Tracking
Track volume changes over time with temporal analysis and comparison tools for monitoring earthwork progress and trends.
Volume Calculation Types
Earthwork Volumes
- • Cut and fill calculations
- • Excavation volumes
- • Backfill quantities
- • Grade adjustment volumes
- • Site preparation quantities
Material Stockpiles
- • Aggregate stockpiles
- • Soil pile volumes
- • Sand and gravel quantities
- • Waste material piles
- • Recycled material stocks
Water Features
- • Pond capacities
- • Retention basin volumes
- • Drainage calculations
- • Stormwater management
- • Wetland assessments
Advanced Calculation Methods
Surface Modeling
- • TIN Triangulation: Precise surface representation using irregular networks
- • Grid Interpolation: Regular grid-based elevation modeling
- • Contour Integration: Volume calculation from elevation contours
- • Cross-Section Method: Traditional surveying approach for linear projects
- • Composite Surfaces: Multi-layer surface analysis and comparison
Data Processing
- • Point Cloud Analysis: Direct processing of LiDAR and photogrammetry data
- • Edge Detection: Automatic boundary identification for stockpiles
- • Noise Filtering: Remove vegetation and artifacts from calculations
- • Quality Control: Validation checks for calculation accuracy
- • Multi-Temporal: Compare volumes across different time periods
Accuracy & Standards
Volume Precision
- • Accuracy Level: ±1-2% for properly controlled surveys
- • Minimum Volume: Sub-cubic meter precision for small features
- • Large Scale: Maintain accuracy for massive earthwork projects
- • Elevation Precision: Centimeter-level vertical accuracy
- • Quality Metrics: Statistical analysis of calculation confidence
Industry Standards
- • Survey Compliance: Meets professional surveying standards
- • Construction Specs: Compatible with industry earthwork specifications
- • Documentation: Detailed calculation methodology and assumptions
- • Audit Trail: Complete record of inputs and processing steps
- • Professional Review: Support for licensed surveyor validation
Benefits
Cost Control
Accurate volume calculations enable precise cost estimation and reduce material waste through better planning.
Time Efficiency
Automated calculations eliminate manual surveying time and provide instant volume updates after each flight.
Progress Monitoring
Track earthwork progress in real-time and identify deviations from planned quantities early in the project.
Inventory Management
Monitor stockpile quantities automatically and optimize material logistics and storage planning.
Documentation Quality
Generate professional reports with visual documentation for regulatory compliance and client communication.
Dispute Prevention
Provide verifiable volume calculations to prevent disputes and support change order documentation.
OverSite Integration
Volume calculations are seamlessly integrated within the OverSite platform, utilizing high-resolution elevation data from drone flights and survey-grade processing algorithms.
Ready to Automate Your Volume Calculations?
Transform your earthwork tracking and material management with automated volume calculation and reporting.