LEVELINGSURVEYSPECIFICATIONS8DifferentialLevelingSurvey.pdfVIP

LEVELING SURVEY SPECIFICATIONS •SEPTEMBER 2006 8 Differential Leveling Survey Specifications Survey specifications describe the methods and procedures needed to attain a desired survey standard. Specifications in this section are based on Federal Geodetic Control Subcommittee (FGCS) standards and specifications. Except where noted, they have been modified to give results that will meet the requirements for various types of differential leveling surveys typically performed by the Department. For details regarding standards, refer to Chapter 5, “Accuracy Classifications and Standards.” The Department’s differential leveling survey specifications shall be used for all Caltrans-involved transportation improvement projects, including special-funded projects. 8.1 Differential Leveling Method These specifications apply to the use of compensator-type engineer’s levels and electronic digital/bar code leveling systems. Specifications for trigonometric leveling are covered in Chapter 7, “Total Station Survey System (TSSS) Survey Specifications.” Specifications for GPS derived elevations are covered in Chapter 6, “Global Positioning System (GPS) Survey Specifications.” Equipment to be used is specified under “Method” for each order of accuracy in this Chapter. All differential leveling equipment must be properly maintained and regularly checked for accuracy. Systematic errors due to poorly maintained equipment must be eliminated to ensure valid survey adjustments. Equipment acquisition, repair, adjustment, and m