ZOO PROJECTS

ZOO CIVIL ENGINEERING & LAND SURVEYING SERVICES

Lea & Braze Engineering provides comprehensive civil engineering and land surveying services for zoos throughout California. From early planning and habitat design support to construction staking and final completion surveys, our team delivers precise data and dependable collaboration at every stage.

ZOO EXHIBIT SERVICES

Topographic Surveys for Exhibits & Pathways

 Topographic surveys provide the detailed elevation data needed to properly plan zoo exhibits, pathways, and visitor infrastructure. Using advanced GPS equipment and ground surveying techniques, our team maps slopes, drainage patterns, and existing site features to support thoughtful design and efficient construction planning

Construction Staking for Enclosures

Construction staking ensures that every element of an exhibit or facility is built in the correct location according to approved plans. Our surveyors mark key points on-site for contractors, helping teams construct enclosures, pathways, utilities, and buildings with precision and efficiency.

Habitat Grading and Drainage Plans

Monitoring surveys help track site conditions throughout construction and over time. Our team measures movement, settlement, and elevation changes to ensure structures and improvements remain stable and perform as intended.

Erosion Control Plans

Proper grading and drainage are essential for maintaining healthy habitats and safe visitor environments. Lea & Braze Engineering develops grading and drainage plans that manage stormwater, prevent erosion, and support long-term site stability while protecting exhibit landscapes.

Zoo Utility & Irrigation Design

Zoo facilities rely on carefully coordinated utilities to support irrigation systems, water features, lighting, and operational infrastructure. We work with project teams to design and coordinate utility layouts that support reliable performance while meeting regulatory requirements.

Final Completion & Compliance Surveys

Completion surveys verify that construction has been completed according to approved plans and specifications. Our surveyors document final site conditions and improvements, providing the information needed for project closeout, compliance verification, and long-term property records.

COLLABORATING WITH ZOO PLANNERS & EXHIBIT DESIGNERS

 Zoo development requires close collaboration between planners, exhibit designers, construction teams, and facility operators. Our team works alongside these partners to deliver accurate data, practical engineering solutions, and dependable surveying support throughout the project lifecycle.

FEATURED ZOO & MUSEUM PROJECTS

San Francisco Zoo,
CA

Palo Alto Junior Museum,
CA

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