Topography
The arrangement of the natural and artificial physical features of an area.
Topography refers to the arrangement of natural and artificial features on a site, impacting design, drainage, and accessibility. It is crucial for optimizing site planning, ensuring compliance, and enhancing sustainability. By providing detailed site information, topographic surveys support efficient design, reduce risks, and contribute to successful project delivery by ensuring that developments align with site conditions, regulatory requirements, and environmental objectives.
Used in a sentence
The topography of the site was mapped before construction began.
Synonyms/variation
Terrain
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