Business Details
35 Years
experience
Professional Land Surveying & Aerial Mapping Services in Virginia
Lincoln Surveying is driven to be the premier land surveying and aerial mapping firm in Virginia. Our team of professional land surveyors, survey technicians, CAD operators, GIS analysts, and licensed remote pilots brings decades of combined expertise to every project. Built on core values of innovation, integrity, and vision, we deliver precise boundary surveys, ALTA surveys, topographic surveys, and construction surveys using cutting-edge LiDAR drone technology. Since 1991, our team has served diverse clients including government agencies, developers, and private landowners across Virginia. Our president, Chris Kean, holds Virginia Professional Land Surveyor License 57-17 and serves as a consultant to the University of Virginia. We maintain memberships in leading industry organizations like the American Congress on Surveying and Mapping and the National Society of Professional Surveyors.Our staff combines technical excellence with exceptional communication skills to ensure client satisfaction from project inception to completion. As a certified SWaM business (009366), we prioritize reliability and accuracy in all deliverables, including certified DWG point clouds, imagery, and PDF reports. Our aerial mapping division, established in 2022, expands our capabilities to provide comprehensive solutions for engineers, architects, and design professionals. Through continuous investment in technology and personnel development, we remain committed to delivering surveying excellence that meets the evolving needs of our clients.
Services
Land Surveying
Aerial Mapping
Topographic Surveys
Tree Canopy Surveys
As-built Surveys
Grading Performance Certification
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- Experienced team with decades of combined expertise in land surveying
- Utilize cutting-edge LiDAR drone technology for aerial mapping
- Certified land surveyor deliverables with Virginia Professional License 57-17
- Serving diverse clients including government agencies and private landowners
- Maintain industry-leading memberships in professional organizations
Services
Land Surveying
Our land surveying services encompass boundary determination, ALTA surveys, and construction staking. Using advanced equipment and Virginia-licensed professionals, we deliver precise measurements for property development and legal documentation. Our team has completed thousands of surveys since 1991, serving government agencies, developers, and private landowners across Virginia.
Aerial Mapping
Lincoln Surveying's aerial mapping division utilizes LiDAR-enabled drones for comprehensive site analysis. Established in 2022, this service provides high-resolution topographic data, tree canopy assessments, and as-built documentation. Our FAA-certified remote pilots capture detailed imagery for engineers, architects, and design professionals throughout Virginia.
Topographic Surveys
We conduct detailed topographic surveys to map natural and man-made features of properties. Our surveys include elevation data, vegetation analysis, and infrastructure documentation. These precise measurements support land development, construction planning, and environmental assessments across Charlottesville and surrounding areas.
As-built Surveys
Our as-built surveys verify construction progress against design plans. Using advanced surveying technology, we document existing conditions and ensure compliance with project specifications. These surveys help contractors and developers maintain quality control and meet regulatory requirements throughout Virginia.
Grading Performance Certification
We provide grading performance certification to ensure proper land preparation for construction projects. Our surveys verify slope accuracy, drainage patterns, and compliance with engineering plans. This critical service helps developers achieve optimal site conditions while meeting local regulatory standards in Albemarle County.
People
Christopher Kean
President
Professional Land Surveyor with Virginia License 57-17, FAA Part 107 remote pilot. Serves as University of Virginia consultant with 30+ years of experience in boundary, ALTA, and construction surveys since joining Lincoln Surveying in 1991.
Joe Keller
CSTIII
Certified Survey Technician Level III with extensive field experience. Specializes in data collection and quality control for complex surveying projects across central Virginia.
David Sexton
CSTII
Certified Survey Technician Level II with expertise in boundary surveys and topographic mapping. Provides technical support for both field and office operations.
Victoria Kean
Aerial Mapping
Specializes in drone operations and aerial data processing. Manages LiDAR-enabled drone equipment for high-precision mapping projects since the division's 2022 launch.
Kaitlin Kean
GIS Analyst
GIS Analyst responsible for spatial data analysis and mapping solutions. Converts raw survey data into actionable insights for engineering and development projects.
Questions
What surveying services do you offer in Virginia?
We provide boundary surveys, ALTA surveys, topographic mapping, as-built surveys, and grading certification using traditional methods and LiDAR drone technology.
Do you serve both public and private sector clients?
Yes, we work with government agencies, developers, private landowners, and design professionals including engineers and architects across Virginia.
What technology do you use for aerial mapping?
Our aerial mapping division uses LiDAR-enabled drones operated by FAA-certified remote pilots to capture high-precision topographic data.
Are your deliverables certified by licensed professionals?
Yes, all our survey products including DWG point clouds, TIF imagery, and PDF reports are certified by Virginia-licensed land surveyors.
What areas do you serve in Virginia?
We operate throughout Virginia with primary focus areas including Charlottesville, Albemarle County, and surrounding regions.
