Drone Stormwater
inspections.
Our FAA Part 107 pilots capture full-pond, full-site stormwater imagery in minutes — embankments, outfalls, BMPs, sediment build-up, erosion lines. Paired with a GSWCC-certified inspector, you get faster coverage, safer access, and documentation that holds up at the county and EPD.
The Essentials,
Handled.
FAA Part 107 certified pilots
Licensed, insured commercial drone operations across metro Atlanta and Georgia.
Full-pond aerial imagery
High-resolution captures of detention and retention ponds — including hard-to-reach embankments and outfalls.
Erosion & slope mapping
Orthomosaic and elevation models reveal rilling, gullying and slope failures invisible from the ground.
Sediment volume estimation
Photogrammetry-based sediment depth surveys to plan dredging years in advance.
Year-over-year change detection
Compare imagery between inspection cycles to catch problems early.
Signed inspection report
GSWCC-certified inspector signs the report — drone imagery is supporting evidence, not a replacement for the inspection.
See your stormwater system the way regulators wish they could.
Most inspectors walk the perimeter, photograph what's reachable, and move on. We fly the entire site, build a 3D model, run AI defect detection across the imagery, and hand you a report no auditor can pick apart.
Common Questions.
Are drone stormwater inspections legal in Georgia?
Yes. Our pilots are FAA Part 107 certified and we operate within all FAA and local airspace rules. Drone imagery is broadly accepted by Georgia EPD and metro Atlanta MS4 authorities as supporting documentation for inspections.
Why use a drone for stormwater inspections?
Drones cover detention ponds, large commercial sites, embankment slopes, outfalls and hard-to-access BMPs faster and more safely than walking the site. We document conditions in high resolution and detect changes year over year.
Does a drone inspection replace the regular inspection?
No. A drone is a tool the certified inspector uses during the inspection. The signed inspection report still meets all MS4 and NPDES requirements.
Can you inspect ponds without trespassing into neighbors' property?
Yes — that's one of the biggest advantages. We capture full-pond aerial imagery from your own property without crossing fence lines or contaminated water.
How much does a drone stormwater inspection cost?
Drone-supported inspections are priced comparably to traditional inspections — typically $500–$1,500 depending on site size. Multi-site portfolios get volume pricing.