Ground Scan NZ was engaged by Hamilton City Council to provide comprehensive utility investigation services for the planned water reservoir project on Ruakiwi Road. Given the critical nature of this infrastructure, accurate subsurface information was vital to minimise risk and ensure smooth project delivery.
Our scope of work extended beyond utility locating, as we also coordinated key supporting activities. This included arranging full traffic management for the site, as well as organising CCTV investigations of both the council sewer main and stormwater systems. These steps ensured that our client had a complete understanding of existing infrastructure and site conditions before design and construction commenced.
On the ground, our team deployed advanced 3D Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) across a large section of the reserve. This technology provided high-resolution imaging of the subsurface environment, enabling us to identify utilities with confidence, even in areas with complex ground conditions. In addition to confirming known services, we successfully detected several previously unknown utilities—critical findings that reduced the risk of unexpected issues during future works.
All identified services were precisely surveyed and recorded, with final outputs delivered in CAD DWG format for seamless integration into engineering workflows. To support field and stakeholder use, we also produced survey-grade PDF plans, providing a clear and accessible reference for ongoing project management.
By combining utility locating, survey expertise, and project coordination, Ground Scan NZ delivered a tailored solution that addressed both the technical and logistical needs of Hamilton City Council. The Ruakiwi Road project highlights our ability to manage complex, multi-disciplinary requirements while delivering accurate and actionable data that supports safe and efficient infrastructure development.
Big thanks to our friends at TAG Traffic for providing the GSNZ team with Traffic Management solutions across this multi-day project.
