GIS

What is GIS?

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) combine mapping, data analysis, and spatial visualization to better understand our world. By layering satellite imagery, field data, survey information, and design files, GIS provides a dynamic view of infrastructure, environmental resources, and development patterns so you can make smarter, faster, and more collaborative decisions.

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Why GIS Is Important?

At the intersection of technology, data, and local insight, GIS are transforming how cities, watershed districts, and public agencies plan, operate, and grow. From stormwater planning in small towns to real-time dashboards for district-wide monitoring, GIS turns spatial data into action.

Whether you’re a city administrator looking to modernize infrastructure maps, or a watershed district monitoring environmental change, Moore Engineering’s GIS team delivers custom solutions tailored to the needs of communities we serve.

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Visualizing GIS for Impact

We use interactive maps, dashboards, and custom applications to make GIS data intuitive and impactful. Our visual tools help clients make informed decisions, streamline operations, and uncover meaningful patterns in their environment.

Before-and-After Comparisons – Showcasing improvements in map accuracy, environmental assessments, and infrastructure updates through side-by-side visuals.

Interactive Web Maps – Displaying real-time data for projects such as underground utility mapping, water resource management, and environmental monitoring.

Custom Dashboards & Applications – Providing tailored solutions that allow clients and stakeholders to analyze, interact with, and interpret GIS data with ease.

By integrating these visualization tools, we ensure that GIS is not just data-driven but also user-friendly and accessible.

Real-World GIS In Action

Moore Engage GIS WEb Application

MooreEngage helps project teams collect high-impact feedback with geographic precision.

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GIS produced infrastructure maps, easement maps, and landowner exhibits.

How Our Partners Use GIS

City Planning, Infrastructure & Transportation

Cities use GIS to manage utilities, parks, and public facilities with precision. Interactive maps help track capital projects and optimize traffic flow, while visual tools support public presentations and real-time updates during construction or emergencies.

Water & Environmental Management

GIS supports environmental monitoring by tracking stormwater ponds, wetlands, and runoff. It helps model floodplains to reduce risk, analyze water quality trends, and ensure compliance with MS4 and Clean Water Act regulations.

Community Engagement

Mobile-friendly maps keep residents informed with project updates, emergency alerts, and service changes. Interactive tools invite public feedback and allow communities to explore local projects, building transparency and trust.

Why Use GIS

Our partners across Minnesota, North Dakota, Colorado, and beyond use GIS to:

City Planning & Infrastructure
• Manage utilities, streets, parks, and facilities
• Track capital projects with public maps
• Optimize routes and traffic flow
• Share real-time construction updates

Manage Water Resources and Environmental Data
• Monitor stormwater ponds and wetlands using field data collection tools
• Model floodplains and runoff to reduce flood risks
• Analyze water quality trends over time with web-based dashboards
• Comply with MS4 and Clean Water Act requirements using spatial data

Transportation & Infrastructure
• Route optimization and traffic analysis
• Project visualization for public presentations

Engage Residents Through Interactive Maps
• Use mobile-friendly maps to share project updates, emergency alerts, and service changes
• Invite community feedback through map-based comment tools
• Allow residents to explore projects and natural resources in their area, boosting transparency and trust

What We Offer as a GIS Team

GIS Solutions and Development

We provide GIS training, development, and automation using Python, JavaScript, and R, along with web-based applications, mobile data collection, Survey123, IoT, GPS, drone integration, and CAD/GIS online capabilities.

Data Analysis and Visualization

We specialize in data analysis, spatial data management, and geospatial modeling, using tools like PostgreSQL, SQL Server, and ArcGIS to create visually compelling maps, 3D visualizations, and environmental models for urban planning, hydrology, and land use optimization.

Remote Sensing, Imagery, and Lidar

We utilize remote sensing, satellite imagery, UAV data, and LiDAR analysis to create detailed surface models, track environmental changes, and integrate real-time data from IoT devices, GPS, and drones.

Collaboration, Training, and Support

We collaborate with engineers, scientists, and clients to manage GIS components of large-scale projects, provide training and support, and ensure seamless integration through user-focused cartography, UI/UX design, and troubleshooting.

Why Choose Moore for GIS?

What sets us apart

Practical Innovation
From automating pond surveys to integrating IoT for real-time monitoring, we make GIS work for you.

Beautiful, Usable Maps
Our team combines smart symbology and color theory to make complex information clear.

Collaboration first approach
We tailor every GIS tool to your staff’s needs.

Speed and Scalability
We move fast and build solutions that grow with our clients.

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Our Team

Our GIS team is structured to efficiently support a wide range of civil engineering projects. The GIS Manager oversees strategy, workflow, and team alignment with organizational goals, while GIS Analysts focus on data analysis, mapping, and technical problem-solving. GIS Developers create and maintain custom applications, automating workflows for greater efficiency. GIS Technicians handle field data collection, integration, and advanced spatial analysis. To ensure GIS capabilities are fully utilized across departments, the GIS Coordinator provides guidance, training, and troubleshooting. Together, this team delivers both everyday mapping solutions and cutting-edge GIS innovations.