Environmental scientists use ground penetrating radar (GPR) to gather visual data of the subsurface. This plays a vital role in protecting regional ecosystems, as well as the planet at large, from contaminants.

GPR equips users with the ability to take a proactive approach to environmental conservation. With a system in hand, you can survey contamination risks and monitor them without ever breaking ground. This saves time while providing critical insight.

Unlike traditional locating equipment, GPR images the entire subsurface. This geophysical imaging accounts for environmental factors like water tables, non-conductive buried objects, changes in soil structure, and much more.

Environmental Hazards Detected by GPR

Environmental hazards cannot always be seen at the surface. Buried contamination poses risk to the environment’s flora and fauna.

Using GPR gives conservation professionals the ability to quickly see beneath the surface without breaking ground. Keeping rough terrain in mind, US Radar systems feature a durable construction and airless tires to allow you to collect critical data in even the most challenging work conditions.

With regards to the environment, GPR can:

• Map the extent of contaminant plumes
• Determine direction of contaminant migration
• Assess landfill limits
• Find buried drums

After completing a scan, the ground penetrating radar system can image the findings and the operator can map them through GPS software for detailed analysis. Image processing allows for more accurate digging and less destruction to the soil and surrounding flora and fauna.

Use GPR to Help the Environment Today

For most environmental applications, US Radar recommends either the GPRover Mapping System or the Quantum Imager Triple Frequency Radar system due to their versatility. These systems feature a rugged design for all-terrain capability, self-calibrating antennas for all soil conditions, and the ability to integrate with GPS for mapping your findings.

Contact Us today to speak with someone who can help you determine the best system for your specific needs.