Pipeline Integrity

Depth of Cover (DOC) Surveys

MSI is a North American leader in mapping hydrographic and geotechnical hazards for the pipeline industry. For over 15 years, we have provided the critical data required for regulatory compliance and proactive asset management. Our methodology integrates high-precision pipe locating with dense topographic and bathymetric data to create a comprehensive 3D model of the asset and its surrounding environment, ensuring integrity in even the most volatile river crossings and slope environments.

Core Technical Capabilities

3D Pipeline Location

Accurate three-dimensional mapping of assets using the latest electromagnetic and acoustic locating technology.

Hydrographic Hazards

Monitoring watercourse shifts, scour, and bank alignment changes, specifically following high-flow events.

Geotechnical Slope Integrity

Identifying and monitoring slope movement, tension cracks, and subsidence that threaten pipeline stability.

In-Depth Reporting

Delivery of accurate comparison plans that track changes in cover and alignment over time for longitudinal monitoring.

Multi-Sensor Integration

Combining aerial LiDAR with single or multibeam bathymetry to provide a seamless “above-and-below” water surface model.

Emergency Response

Rapid mobilization for depth of cover assessments immediately following floods or seismic activity.

The MSI Technical Edge

We have completed over 2,000 hydrographic surveys and monitored over 1,000 unique hazards, giving us one of the deepest data benchmarks in the industry.

Advanced Fleet

Utilization of Roboboat USVs and high-density Riegl LiDAR sensors to capture terrain data without ground disturbance.

Professional Oversight

All integrity surveys are led by P.Eng. and ALS professionals with specialized knowledge in hydrotechnical and geotechnical hazards.

Visual Monitoring

Supplementing technical data with high-resolution UAV imagery for clear, stakeholder-ready visual asset inspections.

Global Support

Backed by a global drafting team to provide rapid turnaround on comparison plans and integrity reports.

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