GIS Field Data Collection using Trimble GPS Unit
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GIS Field Data Collection using Trimble GPS UnitScott Meyer and John Heltzel
EPA Region 9 Environmental Finance Center (EFC)Office of Water Programs (OWP) at Sacramento State
May 19th, 2021
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Introduction
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• Pre-Data Collection Planning in the Office (Scott)
• Data Collection in the Field (John)
• Post Processing Data in the Office (Scott)
• Q&A - Recommended Future Topics
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Poll Question
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• Do you currently use GIS in work related to water utility management?
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Pre-Data Collection Planning
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• Know what you want before you start collecting data
• Asset management?• Improvements/replacement/maintenance?• Regulatory requirements?• Modeling?
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Pre-Data Collection Planning
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• Choose your device and how you will store your data.
• GPS data logger and desktop GIS• Trimble Geo 7X
• TerraSync or ArcPad• ArcMap or QGIS
• Cell phone and app• Cupss Mobile App• ArcGIS Collector• Other commercial apps
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System Comparisons
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FactorSystem
GPS Data Logger/ GIS Phone / App
Initial Cost Buy – ExpensiveRent – Less Expensive Low
Monthly Costs None None to Moderate
Ease of Initial Setup Involved Moderate
Field Crew Training Moderate Easier
Data Customization Very Customizable Some Customization
Data Storage By You By Others
GPS Accuracy High to Very High Low
Elevation Data Good Poor/None
Needs Cell Coverage No Yes / No with Limitations
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Poll Question
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• Do you have prior experience with GIS or Trimble GPS units?
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Pre-Data Collection Planning
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• Data Dictionary• Used to organize and store data collected in the field• Customizable user interface • Can hide or show inputs based on previous entries
Drop inlet
Drainage Node Cancel
Pipe
Pipe shape: Circular
Box
Height (in): 12.00
Drop inlet
Drainage Node Cancel
Pipe
Pipe shape: Circular
Box
Height (in): 12.00
Width (in): 18.00
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Pre-Data Collection Planning
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• Data Dictionary• Try to make inputs a check box, drop down, radio
button etc.• Use text only as a last resort
• Notes should only be used to indicate problems, not store data
Drop inlet
Drainage Node Cancel
Pipe
Pipe shape: Circular
Box
Height (in): 12.00
Drop inlet
Drainage Node Cancel
Pipe
Pipe shape: Circular
Box
Height (in): 12.00
Width (in): 18.00
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Pre-Data Collection Planning
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• Have a unique ID for all features (pipes, valves, etc.)• Get all the data you need on the first round• Updates can be difficult• Take more photos than you think you need• Miscellaneous Points, Lines, and Areas
• Useful, but dangerous
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Pre-Data Collection Planning
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• Pre-load data in GIS where possible• Buildings• Roads• Visible utilities
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Pre-Data Collection Planning
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• Printed maps & field notes• Useful, but also dangerous
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Data Collection in the Field
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• Field Guide• Familiarize Staff with Equipment• Data Collection Process
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Feature Collection (Point Features)
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• Point Features Water Meters Valves PRVs
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Data Logging Accuracy
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Sample Data Dictionary (Point Features)
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CharacteristicSizeMaterial TypeAgeManufacturer NotesPhoto
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Feature Collection (Line Features)
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• Line Features Water Line Canals/Ditches
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Sample Data Dictionary (Line Features)
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CharacteristicSizeMaterial TypeAgeDepth (if known)ConditionNotesPhoto
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Feature Collection (Area Features)
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• Area Features Buildings Property Boundaries
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• Scenario 1: Nested Point Feature
Trimble GPS Unit Sample Features
CustomerService
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Trimble GPS Unit Sample Features
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• Scenario 1: Offset Point Feature
• Some areas may be unsafe to access
• May not have reception due to thick tree canopy
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Field Data Collection Challenges
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• Reception (Clear line of sight)
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Adapting to Field Conditions
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• Hard copy Maps• Notes• Photographs• Videos
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Communication with Property Owners
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• Communicate to Property Owners in advance of field work.
• Field Crew should have:Proper IDCopy of Contract (if Applicable)Business Card/Office Contact
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Access/Safety Concerns
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• Wild Animals• Ticks• Poison Oak/Ivy• Pets
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Post Data Collection for Field Crews
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• Daily Data Back up • Review Field notes• Save Photos/Videos• Take note of any missing data/priorities for following
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Post Processing
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• Download, process, and examine the data as soon as possible
• Look for missing data• Look for features in the wrong location• Check text input• Clean up field mapped buildings and walked lines• Merge field notes
• Differential correction must be done within 2 weeks• Talk to field crews about issues• Photos can answer many questions
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Updating Features
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• Upload data from GIS/database to device• Update data with device in the field• Download updated data from device to database• Merge features in GIS/database
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Updating Features
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• Use printed maps for updates• Only update features that have changed
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Questions?/Future Presentation Topics
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Links
EPA Region 9 Environmental Finance Center:http://www.efc.csus.edu
Contact:[email protected] [email protected]
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