Rugby Run Solar Farm

Project type: Renewables (LiDAR) 

Location: Moranbah, Queensland 

Client: Adani 

Vision Surveys was contracted by Adani as their Principal Surveying Consultant for the Rugby Run Solar Farm project which features over 247,000 solar panels near Moranbah in Central Qld. Our team consisted of multiple Surveyors working on the project for four years, covering everything from preliminary surveys to the final as built reports.

What was done 

Vision Surveys started with an airbourne LiDAR survey of the proposed area for the new solar farm. This involved setting up a on ground precise survey control network to validate the LIDAR spatial data. We created a Digital Terrain Model (DTM) with an impressive accuracy of +/- 100mm, which we verified through checks post construction. This DTM became critical and was used by a wide range of consultants for detailed design.  

During construction, we conducted setout and as constructed surveys for the solar panels, and access roads and worked closely with contractors to set up machine guidance for driving posts. This required precise GPS setup on machinery to ensure all installations met the necessary tolerances.  

Vision Surveys also oversaw the surveying for all underground trenching including setting out and as constructed surveys of the power conduits and cables that connected back to the main substation. It was essential to ensure all these underground elements were positioned accurately for integration into the overall infrastructure. 

As the principal surveyor, we also handled all cadastral works on site including Identification Surveys, Leases and Easements to ensure the correct location & tenure for the solar farm approval. 

Outcome

Our role as the principal surveyor was key to the successful realisation and construction of the Adani Infrastructure Solar Farm. The project wrapped up with a fully operational solar farm, backed by Vision Surveys ensuring the efficient/accurate installation of solar panels and other necessary infrastructure crucial to the project being a success.