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  • Services Built on Solid Ground

    Custom-Tailored Surveying to Meet Your Needs

    For timely, accurate land surveying, it pays to rely on professionals – and the Acadia Land Surveying team has the experience surveying all types of projects. Founded in 1999, the firm’s team of professional land surveyors offer innovative approaches to challenges faced in the surveying  profession within the Gulf Coast Region. Acadia Land Surveying’s team of professional land surveyors, field personnel and CADD technicians combine effective field surveying with advanced computer technology practices to exceed our client’s expectations every time.

  • Who We Are

    Acadia Land Surveying began in 1999, and we have grown from one person to 20 employees today. Acadia Land Surveying’s team of professional land surveyors, experienced field personnel and CADD technicians combine effective field surveying with advanced computer technology practices to exceed our client’s expectations every time.

    Leadership


    Michael Blanchard, PLS - Principal in Charge

    Michael Blanchard is one of the founding members of Acadia Land Surveying, LLC. Mr. Blanchard has more than 22 years of experience as a professional land surveyor specifically related to surveying of civil engineering projects and providing clients with the expertise they have come to expect from Acadia Land Surveying. His project management responsibilities include proposal preparation, field crew scheduling, plat preparation, field work, client presentations, and final approval of survey plans and documents.

    Education:
    Nicholls State University – Bachelors of Science in Civil Engineering Technology (1989-1994)

    Professional Registration:
    Professional Land Surveyor, Louisiana – PLS Reg. #4861, 1999
    Licensed Professional Surveyor, Mississippi – PS Reg. #02834, 2001
    Registered Professional Land Surveyor, Texas – RPLS Reg. #6010, 2008
    Registered Professional Land Surveyor,  Alabama – PLS Reg. #38902-S

    Professional Associations:
    Louisiana Society of Professional Surveyors (LSPS)
    Mississippi Association of Professional Surveyors (MAPS)
    National Society of Professional Surveyors (NSPS)

    Andy Richard, PLS - Project Manager

    Andy Richard is a registered Professional Land Surveyor with Acadia Land Surveying, LLC and has over 9 years of experience. His project management duties include managing crews, contacting clients and contractor and processing field data. Mr. Richard also works on various legal documents, and is a licensed FAA Part 107 pilot.

    Education
    Nicholls State University – Bachelors of Science in Geomatics (2008-2012)
    L.E. Fletcher Tech Com College – Associate of Applied Science degree in Drafting and Design Technology (2004-2006)

    Professional Registration:
    Professional Land Surveyor, Louisiana – PLS Reg. #5192, 2017

    Professional Associations:
    National Society of Professional Surveyors (NSPS)
    Louisiana Society of Professional Surveyors (LSPS)
    American Drafting Design Association (ADDA)
    Vice Chairman of the Upper Lafourche Duck Unlimited Chapter
    Board Member of the Bayou Lafourche Chapter of Coastal Conservation Association
    Secretary of Protector Fire Company No. 2 (Thibodaux Volunteer Fireman)

    Wayne Vice Jr, LSI - Branch Manager, Gulf Port, MS

    Wayne Vice Jr is a registered land surveyor intern with Acadia Land Surveying, LLC. He started his work with Acadia in 2016. In late 2017 he was moved to Gulfport to oversee the location known as Cassady-Acadia Land Surveying, LLC. His project management responsibilities include proposal preparation, field crew scheduling, plat preparation, field work, record keeping, and drafting. Mr. Vice is responsible for the overall management or the Gulfport location and will have assistance from his staff and the staff at the Louisiana office as well.

    Education:
    Nicholls State University – Bachelors of Science in Geomatics (2016)

    Professional Registration:
    Land Surveyor Intern, Louisiana – LSI #671, 2016

    Professional Associations:
    National Society of Professional Surveyors (NSPS)
    Louisiana Society of Professional Surveyors (LSPS)


    Anna Musacchia - Office Manager

    Ms. Anna has been with Acadia Land Surveying, LLC for over 10 years, and has over 22 years of experience in  accounting and office management.  Her duties as office manager include managing accounting, coordination of project documents, human resources and safety administrator, as well as other administrative responsibilities.


     

  • What We Do

    Commercial Services Provided:

    • Topographic Survey
    • Industrial Plant Survey
    • Pipeline Survey
    • Boundary Surveys
    • As-Built Survey
    • ALTA/ACSM Land Title Survey
    • Hydrographic Surveys

    • Drone Surveys
    • Re-Subdivision
    • Construction Staking
    • No-Work Affidavits
    • Elevation Certificates
    • Legal Exhibits
    • Legal Descriptions

    Residential Services Provided:

    • Elevation Certificates
    • Boundary Surveys

    • Re-Subdivision
    • Builder’s Package

    Topographic surveys involve the determination of the shape and location of the ground and the location of both natural and artificial features on the ground. These surveys are often used for purposes of developing a piece of property to aid in determination of surface drainage of water on the property, location of large natural features, footprints of existing buildings, etc., so that design of proposed development will be facilitated in every degree.

    Boundary Surveys include locating the client’s property corners. We can provide a plat or map of the subject property and do legal descriptions (descriptions as they are written in deeds for the transfer of property).

    An ALTA/ACSM is a survey performed to specific guidelines set forth by the American Land Title Association and the American Congress on Surveying and Mapping, and is performed primarily for businesses in order for the particular property to be insured.

    Construction staking involves the layout of buildings, roads, curb, utilities, railroads, etc.

    A FEMA certified Certificate sometimes needed before you can buy or sell your home or business if it is in a FEMA flood zone area to show your elevation. Elevation certificates are often need to acquire flood insurance.

  • Projects

    • Commercial Developments

      Acadia Land Surveying has completed multiple commercial projects from retail stores, grocery stores, banks, convenience stores and restaurants across the southern region.  Surveys consist of sites as large as 600 acres to 1 acre sites.

      List of Services:

      • ALTA/ACSM Land Title Surveys
      • Topographic Surveys
      • Re-subdivision Plats
      • Utility Locates

      • Exhibits for Easements
      • Alcohol Exhibit
      • Elevation Certificates
      • No Work Affidavits

    • Residential Developments

      Acadia Land Surveying has done surveys for single family, multi family and student housing development…

      List of Services:

      • ALTA/ACSM Land Title Surveys
      • Topographic Surveys
      • Re-subdivision Plats
      • Construction Layout

      • Topographic surveys
        for drainage study
      • Elevation Certificates
      • No Work Affidavits

       

    • Industrial Developments

      Acadia Land Surveying has completed ALTA, Topographic and Boundary survey for several chemical plants in the region.  Acadia’s employees maintain OSHA certifications and site specific safety training thru Gulf Coast Safety Counsel in St. Rose, Louisiana.

      List of Services:

      • ALTA/ACSM Land Title Surveys
      • Topographic Surveys
      • Re-subdivision Plats

      • Construction Layout
      • Elevation Certificates
      • Set Control for plant site

       

    • Municipal/Government Agencies

      Acadia Land Surveying has worked on a variety of projects for the local Government agencies in the surrounding Parishes;  Project examples are bike paths, walking tracts, dog parks, soccer fields, pedestrian bridges, and skate park;

      List of Services:

      • ALTA/ACSM Land Title Surveys
      • Topographic Surveys
      • Re-subdivision Plats
      • Construction Layout
    • Construction Layout

      Acadia Land Surveying has done construction layout projects for all client types.  This ranges from large residents developments, commercial developments and large and small construction company.

      List of Services:

      • Site Layout
      • Road Design Layout
      • Building Corners
      • Pile Layout

      • Utilities (sewer, drainage,
        water, etc…)
      • Grades
      • Property Corners

       

  • Contact

    Acadia Land Surveying, LLC

    206 East 2nd Street
    Thibodaux, Louisiana 70301
    Phone: (985) 449-0094
    Fax: (985) 449-0085
    Email: acadia@acadialandsurveying.com

  • Safety

    The safety and health of our employees and protection of the environment are our greatest responsibilities. ALS has developed a comprehensive safety program. Our employees go through extensive training and background checks in order to provide the safest work environment. We also complete JSAs, and alcohol and drug testing.  Following DOT guidelines, employee background checks, OSHA certification and innovation safety training through the Gulf Coast Safety Council are a few proactive ways we maintain a healthy and safe work environment.

    We are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of safety and continually strive to reach our goal of zero injuries on the job. We take safety very seriously and make every effort to ensure that our employees and everyone on our job sites are able to return home safely every day.

  • Terminology

    Following are definitions of some of the most common surveying terms.


    ALTA/ACSM Surveys

    An ALTA/ACSM is a survey performed to specific guidelines set forth by the American Land Title Association and the American Congress on Surveying and Mapping, and is performed primarily for businesses in order for the particular property to be insured.


    Boundary Retracement Surveys

    Boundary Surveys include locating the client’s property corners. We can provide a plat or map of the subject property and do legal descriptions (descriptions as they are written in deeds for the transfer of property).


    Boundary Disputes – Expert Witness Testimony

    Our company is called from time to time to provide expert witness testimony in court cases involving a dispute over boundary lines. If we survey the subject property and come to a different conclusion than another surveyor as to the location of a specific boundary, then we are prepared to testify.


    CAD

    CAD stands for Computer Aided Drafting. ALS will do any drafting work in related fields including plotting deeds, transferring hard copy drawings of buildings, etc., to digital format and anything else within the scope of our profession.

    Construction Staking

    Construction staking involves the layout of buildings, roads, curb, utilities, railroads, etc.


    Elevation Certificates

    A FEMA certified Certificate sometimes needed before you can buy or sell your home or business if it is in a FEMA flood zone area to show your elevation. Elevation certificates are often need to acquire flood insurance.


    Topographic Mapping

    Topographic surveys involve the determination of the shape and location of the ground and the location of both natural and artificial features on the ground. These surveys are often used for purposes of developing a piece of property to aid in determination of surface drainage of water on the property, location of large natural features, footprints of existing buildings, etc., so that design of proposed development will be facilitated in every degree.


    Volume Calculations

    Volume calculations are primarily used in landfills in order to determine how much waste has already been placed in the landfill and to aid in the determination of when a new cell must be constructed for the landfill.


  • Careers

    We are dedicated to providing our clients with high-quality, cost-effective services that ensure their long-term trust and repeat business — and that requires every staff member to be energetic and smart. Interested in working with us? View potential job opportunities below.  Competitive benefit packages offered.

  • Acadia News

    Acadia Acquires Cassady & Associates

    Acadia Land Surveying (ALS) proudly announces our acquisition of the company Cassady & Associates Land Surveying, which is now called Cassady-Acadia Land Surveying. Cassady & Associates was established in 1947 on the Mississippi Gulf Coast and Cassady-Acadia Land Surveying will continue to provide surveying support...Read More >


    “King of Burgers”

    Congratulations to Brett Voisin and Team Acadia who won First Place for their delicious hamburger at the “Bud & Burger Championship” in Houma, LA.


    Welcome Derek and Kori

    Please join us in welcoming Derek Collette as a Project Manager, and Kori Boudreaux as a Survey Technician. We are excited to have them on our team.


    We Moved to a New Office

    In October 2013, we moved to a new office on East 2nd Street in Thibodaux after outgrowing our previous building on East Bayou Road. The move has allowed us to grow from 12 employees to our current staff of 18.  Come by and visit, we...Read More >