Terrain model for golf course planning and design

Drone Mapping for Golf Course Projects

Aerial data to support grading precision and design alignment across course phases.

Terrain Insight for Precision Course Planning

FAST works with golf course architects, developers, and contractors to capture elevation data, drainage paths, and feature locations. From concept to completion, our drone mapping supports creative design and efficient grading.

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Fairway Design Starts with Surface Accuracy

Create contour lines and digital terrain models to support bunker placement, green slopes, and fairway flow.

Fairway and Terrain Awareness

Analyze slope behavior and natural features for shaping and flow planning.

Reference of On-Site Elements

Visualize lakes, bunkers, paths, and existing infrastructure from above.

Construction and Design Feedback

We offer contour lines, cut/fill requirements for dirt movements, design and as-built surfaces, and more for landscape design, build, and maintenance professionals.

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Built for Golf Architecture & Execution

≤ 0.12 ft

Our vertical tolerances for terrain mapping and deliverables.

2–3 weeks

Average turnaround time on 18 hole golf courses.

Visual and 3D Planning Support

We provide both digital modeling and visual mapping to help with planning, logistics, dirt calcs, design, and more.

Recurring Options Available

FAST provides on-demand services with bulk pricing available for recurring needs.

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Design Support for New and Existing Courses

We tailor every deliverable to your phase—whether you’re shaping layouts or refining site elements.

New Course Shaping Context

Support routing and feature placement with terrain awareness.

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Visual Review for Renovations

Capture reference points to support phased improvements.

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Core Mapping Tools for Course Design and Shaping

Integrate elevation, slope, and surface visual cues into new or phased projects.

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Topographic Surveys

Contours and surfaces for fairway flow, bunkers, and green shaping.

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Earthwork Analysis

Monitor shaping volumes and balance cut/fill for efficient execution.

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Building Linework

Extract existing features, paths, and infrastructure for CAD planning

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Drainage Mapping in Sarasota Golf Communities

We provide drone topo and slope analysis for course designers and engineers managing drainage and fairway layout.

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Redesign Support in Naples

Our mapping supports bunkers, cart paths, and floodplain modeling for new and renovated courses in Southwest Florida.

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Drone capture of land grading in early development phase with retention ponds and surrounding suburban density

New Course Sites in Greater Orlando

We assist with early-stage topo, linework, and layout support for golf-integrated residential projects.

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Drone Surveys for Golf Course Planning

FAST delivers site-ready data to support golf course drainage, layout, and renovations across Florida's top design zones.

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Golf Designers Ask Us

Get clarity on how aerial mapping helps reduce grading waste and support your design goals.

Can terrain behavior be reviewed before shaping?

Yes. Surface references support early design thinking and route planning.

Can surface features be used for layout refinements?

Yes. Visual references aid in placement of greens, bunkers, and access elements.

Is the data useful across project phases?

Yes. Early planning, mid-phase shaping, and as-built review are all compatible stages.

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