See What Lies Beneath the Surface
Precision Sonar Mapping for Ponds, Lakes & Waterways
Whether you're planning a dredging project, inspecting infrastructure, evaluating sediment buildup, or simply trying to understand what's below the waterline, SonarVision delivers high-resolution underwater mapping that turns hidden conditions into actionable data.
More than Sonar. Smarter Decisions.
What is AUS SonarVision?
Every body of water has a story beneath the surface—but without the right technology, it's impossible to see.
AUS SonarVision combines advanced sonar technology with decades of real-world underwater experience to produce detailed maps of ponds, lakes, rivers, reservoirs, and industrial water bodies. Unlike traditional mapping methods, sonar allows us to safely and efficiently collect underwater data without draining the waterbody or relying on divers for every investigation.
Because AUS SonarVision is powered by the underwater specialists at AUS Dredge & Dive, we don't just collect data—we understand what it means and how it impacts maintenance, repairs, dredging, and long-term asset management.
Why Sonar Mapping?
Better Information Leads to Better Decisions.
Whether you're managing a golf course pond, municipal lake, mining operation, HOA, or industrial facility, understanding what's below the surface can save thousands of dollars in unnecessary work.
Sonar mapping can help you:
- Measure sediment accumulation
- Determine dredging priorities
- Locate underwater hazards
- Inspect bridge and dock foundations
- Identify submerged debris
- Evaluate shoreline conditions
- Document underwater infrastructure
- Create accurate depth maps
- Establish baseline conditions for future monitoring
- Support engineering and permitting efforts
Our Services
Side-Scan Sonar
Produces high-resolution images of the lake bottom, allowing submerged objects, debris, vegetation, and structures to be identified with remarkable detail.
Ideal for:
- Debris investigations
- Hazard identification
- Structure inspections
- Environmental assessments
Bathymetric Mapping
Create detailed underwater contour maps showing depths, slopes, and basin geometry.
Perfect for:
- Lake management
- Pond restoration
- Golf courses
- Municipal lakes
- Engineering projects
Sediment Depth Mapping
Understand exactly where sediment has accumulated—and how much.
This information allows property owners and engineers to accurately estimate dredging volumes, compare project alternatives, and prioritize maintenance budgets.
Sub-Bottom Profiling
See beneath the lake bottom to measure sediment thickness and identify the original pond or lake floor.
This technology is especially valuable when planning dredging projects because it provides a much clearer understanding of how much material has accumulated over time.
Infrastructure & Scour Assessments
Inspect underwater assets without unnecessary diving or excavation.
Common applications include:
- Intake structures
- Outfalls
- Bridge piers
- Culverts
- Dams
- Spillways
- Boat ramps
More Than Sonar
Most sonar companies stop after delivering the map.
We don't.
Because AUS SonarVision is backed by the commercial diving, dredging, and underwater construction expertise of AUS Dredge & Dive, we can help interpret the results and recommend practical next steps. Whether the solution is dredging, underwater repairs, vegetation removal, or simply continued monitoring, you'll receive recommendations grounded in decades of hands-on field experience.
That's what makes AUS SonarVision different.
Who We Serve
AUS SonarVision works with organizations responsible for maintaining, improving, and protecting water resources.
Our clients include:
- Municipalities
- Parks & Recreation Departments
- Homeowners Associations
- Golf Courses
- Mining & Aggregate Operations
- Industrial Facilities
- Engineers & Consultants
- Marinas
- Property Owners
- Environmental Professionals
Deliverables
Every mapping project includes professional deliverables designed to support planning, budgeting, and decision-making.
Depending on the project, deliverables may include:
- High-resolution sonar imagery
- Bathymetric contour maps
- Sediment thickness maps
- GIS-compatible files
- CAD-ready data
- Volume calculations
- Technical summary report
- Recommendations for next steps
Frequently Asked Questions
Sonar mapping reveals pond bottom contours, sediment depth and distribution, submerged debris, and underwater infrastructure, giving you a complete picture of conditions below the waterline that would otherwise require draining the pond or sending in divers to see.
A sonar assessment isn't required for every project, but it's especially valuable for larger ponds, uneven sediment distribution, or projects where an accurate cost estimate matters. It lets you see problem areas and plan scope before committing to a dredging contract.
Dredging volume is calculated by combining sediment depth data with the surface area of the pond to estimate total cubic yards of material. Sonar mapping produces the depth data needed for this calculation, so contractors can quote and plan projects based on real measurements rather than rough estimates.
Sediment depth isn't visible from the surface, and visual estimates are often wrong. AUS SonarVision uses sonar technology to map sediment thickness across your entire pond, giving you an accurate, data-backed answer instead of a guess — which is the first step in planning any dredging project.
Why Choose AUS SonarVision?
- Backed by decades of underwater experience
- Commercial divers and dredging experts
- Modern sonar technology
- Accurate, data-driven reporting
- Nationwide service
- Practical recommendations—not just data
- Seamless integration with dredging and underwater construction services
Ready to See What's Below?
Whether you're planning a dredging project, investigating an underwater concern, or simply gathering better information, AUS SonarVision provides the data you need to make confident decisions.
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or call 817-377-8512