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GIS, Mapping, Spill Trajectories and Modeling

The Technology behind O'Brien's Response Management, the Business Applications Department offers a broad range of GIS, mapping/graphic, 3D moedlieng, and survey services from the basic overlay of the operation (terminal, platform, pipeline, etc.) onto existing chart/map media such as USGS Maps or NOAA Navigation Charts through complete site/area environmental impact assessment and mapping.

Each mapping project combines the expertise of our biology, science, engineering, project management, and graphic arts personnel as well as our extensive data library and public resources (domestic and international) to produce the most effective and useable product. We use the latest technology to produce paper, electronic, data base supported and three dimensional mapping and survey products to meet your every need.

GIS and Mapping

Through GPS surveying we provide geo-referenced latitude and longitude coordinates for:
  • Pipeline Maps
  • Utilities
  • Facility maps
  • Hydrology studies
  • Transportation systems
  • Evacuation routes
  • Endangered/Threatened Species and Habitats
  • Socio-Economic Sensitivities
  • Wildlife Management Areas and Refuges
  • National and State Parks and Forests
  • Equipment Deployment and Staging Areas
Full scale mapping programs include analysis and graphical representation of:
  • Shoreline Sensitivity
  • Endangered/Threatened Species and Habitats
  • Socio-economic Areas (including water intakes, marinas, etc.)
  • Wildlife Management Areas and Refuges (National, State, etc.)
  • National and State Parks and Forests
  • Equipment Deployment and Staging Areas

Spill Trajectories

Our Business Applications Department offers comprehensive oil spill trajectory analysis using the latest version of the widely-recognized OILMAP Software. OILMAP provides rapid prediction of spilled oil on water. Annually, we generate hundreds of enhanced graphical output trajectories analysis for our worldwide clients. Each of our projects combines the expertise of our biology, science, engineering, project management and graphic arts personnel with our extensive data library and public resources to produce the most effective and useable product.

Trajectory mapping allows for significant determination of product movement and identification of potential areas of impact. Trajectories can be developed as part of an actual response or live exercise, or as part of an active preparedness and planning program.

Trajectory Services

  • Contingency Planning
  • Spill Management
  • Response Exercises
  • Decision Support
  • Risk Assessment

Knowing the direction of product movement, and time of arrival, provides the responders information that is critical to planning an effective response. O'Brien'sRM uses the latest technology to produce paper, electronic, database supported and three dimensional mapping and survey products to meet your every need. Our maps are typically color coded with a user friendly/quick reference index.