Ultra-high Resolution Topography

In cooperation with East Carolina University, ultra-high resolution measurements of topography are made using terrestrial LiDAR (Light Detection And Ranging). The LiDAR measurements are used to create digital elevation models of topography with a resolution of less than one centimeter. An initial baseline scan of the study area was made in September 2008 before the first rains of the season. Subsequent scans will be made after substantial rain events. Differences from each scan will document the patterns and magnitude of erosion and deposition in the study area.