Success Story: England-Thims & Miller

In a collaborative initiative, Cyvl partnered with England-Thims & Miller (ETM) to conduct a detailed transportation infrastructure assessment of roadways in Neptune Beach, Florida.

This project utilized Cyvl’s mobile LiDAR and high-resolution imagery sensor technology to gather data on key transportation infrastructure elements, capturing just under 100,000 different pavement distress details and over 3,000 right-of-way assets.

Challenge

Neptune Beach required a sophisticated approach to manage and monitor its roadway conditions effectively over an extensive area. The city faced challenges in maintaining an accurate inventory of critical infrastructure assets and in assessing various types of pavement distress that could impact road safety and quality.

Solution

To tackle these challenges, Cyvl and ETM deployed high-resolution sensors that facilitated the accurate collection of data on above-ground assets such as fire hydrants, manhole covers, water valves/backflows, MUTCD signs, and detailed pavement distress analysis.

Implementation

The implementation phase involved equipping their vehicle with Cyvl’s advanced LiDAR sensor that traveled along the 45 miles of Neptune Beach roadways.

This strategic deployment allowed for the efficient capture of detailed images and data, which were then processed to catalog the assets and evaluate the pavement conditions thoroughly.

Results

1. Enhanced Asset Management:Detailed Asset Inventory:

• Accurate identification and documentation of key infrastructure assets were achieved, providing the city with a reliable asset inventory for ongoing maintenance and planning.

2. Detailed Pavement Condition Assessment:

• The project detailed various pavement distress types, including longitudinal cracking, block cracking, crack sealant, alligator cracking, depressions, bumps and sags, potholes, patching and utility cut patching, edge cracking, raveling, and rutting. This comprehensive data allows for targeted and effective maintenance strategies.

3. Streamlined Operations and Maintenance:

• With the comprehensive data and tools at its disposal, the WaterColor Community can now efficiently allocate resources, schedule maintenance, and ensure sustained infrastructure health.

The insights gained from the detailed data analysis enabled Neptune Beach to optimize its maintenance operations, improving road safety and extending the lifespan of its roadways.

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