See how snowmelt could impact your site
Hydrology solutions
Combine drone surveys, machine telematics, and automated reporting into a single integrated platform built for flood level projects.
Key benefits
Visualize snowmelt on site
Model snowmelt runoff and ponding across your site for multiple thaw scenarios
Identify areas of risk
Identify areas at risk of flooding or erosion before earthworks or construction begins
Plan more efficiently
Plan grading, drainage, and protective measures proactively with clear 3D visualizations of meltwater flow
Reduce downtime
Reduce operational downtime, erosion, and safety risks
Why it matters
Snowmelt can disrupt operations, cause erosion, ponding, and flooding, and create safety hazards on your site. Propeller’s snowmelt hydrology analysis helps teams visualize how water moves across their terrain as snowpack melts.
Rather than reacting to conditions after the fact, you get data-driven insights to prevent damage, plan mitigation, and maintain safety throughout spring thaw.
How our hydrology function works
Step-by-step
- Upload site survey data from drones, LiDAR, or AeroPoints
- Define snowmelt parameters, such as snowpack, melt rate, or thaw timing
- Run snowmelt hydrology analysis—Propeller calculates flow paths, ponding, and catchment areas
- Review results in 3D or 2D to see high-risk zones and potential water accumulation
- Adjust site design, drainage, or erosion mitigation plans based on actionable insights
- Share interactive maps with your team or stakeholders for coordinated planning
Use cases
Site engineers / grading teams
Adjust slopes, drainage, and temporary basins to prevent erosion and ponding
Project managers / superintendents
Make confident decisions to reduce downtime and maintain site safety
Surveyors / GIS specialists
Visualize snowmelt runoff in 3D and integrate catchment data into maps and reports
Environmental / compliance teams
Track meltwater flow to ensure regulatory requirements are met