Ida knocked down palm trees and destroyed many homes in Cuba during its brief passage over the country. Throughout its path of destruction in Louisiana, more than a million people in total had no electrical power. Widespread heavy infrastructural damage occurred throughout the southeastern portion of the state, as well as extremely heavy flooding in coastal areas. New Orleans' levees survived,[6] though power line damage was extensive throughout the whole city. There was also substantial plant destruction in the state. The remnants of the storm produced a destructive tornado outbreak and catastrophic flash flooding in the Northeastern United States on September 1. Flooding in New York City prompted the shutdown of much of the transportation system.
As of September 15, a total of 112 deaths have been confirmed in relation to Ida, including 95 in the United States and 20 in Venezuela. In the United States, 33 deaths were in Louisiana, 30 in New Jersey, 18 in New York, 5 in Pennsylvania, 3 in Mississippi, 2 in Alabama, 2 in Maryland, 1 in Virginia, and 1 in Connecticut. The storm has caused 43 indirect deaths, including 20 deaths in Venezuela caused by flooding from Ida's precursor.[7] A Louisiana man was mauled to death by an alligator after walking through Ida's floodwaters,[8][9] Two electrical workers died while repairing power grid damage caused by the storm.[10] while four people died in New Orleans and Jefferson Parish as a result of carbon monoxide poisoning while using generators with inadequate ventilation.[11][12] After the storm had passed, nearly all of the oil production along the Gulf Coast was shut down. Thousands of emergency crew members were deployed in Louisiana, and hundreds of residents were rescued.[13] Power outages in the most heavily affected areas were expected to last for up to a month. States of emergency were declared for Louisiana and portions of the Northeast. Several sporting events were also moved, delayed, or cancelled due to the storm.
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- http://www.firstassemblywm.org
- https://www.instagram.com/theassemblywm/
- https://twitter.com/theassemblywm
- https://www.facebook.com/theassemblywestmonroe
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Through the vision and determination of Kevin Kelly, who fulfilled a lifelong dream by acquiring the property in the Spring of 2003, the mansion today reflects the best parts of each period in its rich history alongside the big bend in the Mississippi River.
The first owners of the plantation were the indigenous Houmas Indians, who were given a land grant to occupy the fertile plain between the Mississippi and Lake Maurepas to the north.
The Houmas sold the land to Maurice Conway and Alexander Latil in the mid 1700's
The original French Provincial house that Latil erected on the property in is situated directly behind the Mansion, adjoined by a carriageway to the grand home described during its antebellum heyday as "The Sugar Palace." The original home was later used as living quarters for the staff that served the great house.
By the time of the Louisiana Purchase in 1803, the plantation was established and producing sugar.
In 1810, Revolutionary War hero Gen. Wade Hampton of Virginia purchased the property and shortly thereafter began construction on the Mansion. However, it was not until 1825 when Hampton's daughter, Caroline, and her husband, Col. John Preston, took over the property that the grand house truly began to take shape.
Construction on the Mansion was completed in 1828. At the same time, Houmas House began to build its sugar production and continued to increase its land holdings, which ultimately grew to 300,000 acres.
Irishman John Burnside bought the plantation in 1857 for $1 million. A businessman and a character, Burnside increased production of sugar until Houmas House was the largest producer in the country, actively working the crop on 98,000 acres. During the Civil War, Burnside saved the Mansion from destruction at the hands of advancing Union forces by declaring immunity as a subject of the British Crown. In addition to building a railway to carry his products to market —"The Sugar Cane Train (1862)" — Burnside, a bachelor, is also said to have offered payment to any parents in the parish who would name their sons "John."
An avid sportsman who wagered heavily in horse races, Burnside once secretly purchased a champion thoroughbred back East with the intent of defeating the steeds of fellow local businessmen in a big race. He quietly slipped the racehorse into the billiard room of the Mansion where it was "stabled" until Burnside's surprise was unveiled at the starting line and hailed in the winner's circle.
Houmas House flourished under Burnside's ownership, but it was under a successor, Col. William Porcher Miles that the plantation grew to its apex in the late 1800's when it was producing a monumental 20 million pounds of sugar each year.
In 1927, the Mississippi came out of its banks in the epic "great flood." While Houmas House was spared, the surrounding areas were inundated. The ensuing economic havoc was but a prelude to the devastation of the Great Depression just two years later.
Houmas House Plantation withered away. The Mansion closed and fell into disrepair, a condition in which it remained until 1940 when Dr. George B. Crozat purchased it.
Crozat bought Houmas House to be a summer home away from his native New Orleans. He renovated the property with the intent to give it a more "Federal" look than the stately Greek Revival style in which it was conceived. The structure was painted white inside and out. Crown moldings and ceiling medallions were removed and both interior and exterior forms and finishes were simplified.
Eventually, the Crozat heirs opened the property to tourists. In 1963, the defining Bette Davis film "Hush, Hush Sweet Charlotte" was shot in the property. The room in which Ms. Davis stayed while filming is preserved as part of today's Houmas House tour.
In addition to the Mansion and Gardens, history is also reflected in the many antique furnishings and works of art that grace the Houmas House tour. Distinguished by its two Garconierre, the Mansion exudes the warmth of a home (it's the owner's active residence), while proudly portraying its role as a landmark in American history.
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Rating: EF3
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Path Length /statute/: 6.68 miles
Path Width /maximum/: 1000.0 yards
Fatalities: 2
Injuries: 0
Start Date: 04/25/2019
Start Time: 01:47 AM CDT
Start Location: 2 SW Ruston / Lincoln Parish / LA
Start Lat/Lon: 32.5112 / -92.6729
End Date: 04/25/2019
End Time: 01:55 AM CDT
End Location: 4 NE Ruston / Lincoln Parish / LA
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Rating: EF3
Estimated Peak Wind: 145 mph
Path Length /statute/: 6.68 miles
Path Width /maximum/: 1000.0 yards
Fatalities: 2
Injuries: 0
Start Date: 04/25/2019
Start Time: 01:47 AM CDT
Start Location: 2 SW Ruston / Lincoln Parish / LA
Start Lat/Lon: 32.5112 / -92.6729
End Date: 04/25/2019
End Time: 01:55 AM CDT
End Location: 4 NE Ruston / Lincoln Parish / LA
End Lat/Lon: 32.5702 / -92.5845
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•Conveniently located 2 miles to I-20, 4 miles to LA Tech, and 5 miles to downtown Ruston
•Located in Choudrant School District
•Spec Homes Available
•Underground Utilities
For more information: Rhodes Properties and Development - Triple Crown
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The City owns a wastewater treatment facility that provides service to approximately forty-five thousand (45,000) people: the City and West Ouachita Sewer District #5, and discharged an annual average of seven million gallons per day (7MGD). The goal was to provide quality process water to the largest user of the aquifer which was the local paper mill, Graphic Packaging. The mill used ten million gallons per day (10 MGD) from each, the aquifer and the Ouachita River. The cost of increasing the draw and treatment of river water to discontinue the draw of well water at the mill could pose economic hardship for the area. After years of research and negotiations, the City built a one million gallon per day (1MGD) pilot plant which was run for one full year to prove that this system could effectively and economically produce water which would meet the requirements of the mill which produces food contact paper. After one full year of treating sewer water with characteristics that change seasonally to drinking water quality that met all Environmental Protection Agency primary and secondary drinking water standards, the mill agreed, by contract, to accept this treated water for use as process water. Also by the terms of the contract, gallon for gallon, the amount of water the City could provide would be equal to the amount of well water that the mill would no longer draw from the aquifer.
The City immediately sought and secured funding to build a twenty million dollar ($20,000,000.00) facility capable of treating ten to twelve million gallons per day (10-12 MGD) of sewer. The process utilizes proven technology in an innovative way to meet all drinking water standards. The process consists of the treated effluent from the existing wastewater plant (one hundred acres of baffled oxidation ponds and rock filters- hydrograph controlled released) then to the new Sparta Reuse Facility. Two organic polymers, cationic and anionic, are used in flocculation of the solids, then to dissolved air flotation (DAF) units where the primarily algae total suspended solids are skimmed from the surface and returned to the oxidation ponds. No sludge is produced in this process. The cleared water from the DAF units is then pumped into pressure vessels containing virgin bituminous activated carbon to remove any total dissolved solids, metals or other contaminants. Water is then pumped into two (2), one hundred thousand (100,000) gallon storage tanks and is disinfected with chlorine. Five million gallons per day (5MGD) is then pumped to the mill for use as process water only. The Sparta facility also uses the water it produces water for backwash of the carbon vessels.
The facility was built and complete in January 2012. We have reduced the draw on the Sparta by five million gallon per day and are negotiating with other sewer districts and communities to add on to the system to achieve the goal of twelve million gallons per day. The benefits are two-fold because we also no longer discharge treated sewer to the river except minimal amounts during extreme weather events. The facility has been recognized with nine national, regional and state awards, most notably from The White House, “Champions of Change” award in 2012.
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•Conveniently located 2 miles to I-20, 4 miles to LA Tech, and 5 miles to downtown Ruston
•Located in Choudrant School District
•Spec Homes Available
•Underground Utilities
For more information: Rhodes Properties and Development - Triple Crown
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Links of Interest:
- Lincoln Builders Website
- Lincoln Builders Facebook
- Lincoln Builders LinkedIn
- Louisiana Tech University
- Louisiana Tech Sports
- Louisiana Tech Twitter
Tony Juniper (environmental campaigner) explores the Drax wood pellet supply chain.
drax.com/category/sustainability/
More from Tony Juniper on if using biomass can be the right thing to do for forests and climate change.
drax.com/sustainability/giving-up-coal/
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Louisiana Helicam specializes in drone and aircraft photography, video, mapping, and panoramic services for the entire United States. However, much of our recurring project work involves the utilization of drones in the following areas: Louisiana, Arkansas, Mississippi, Texas, Alabama, Oklahoma, Baton Rouge, New Orleans, Shreveport, Alexandria, Monroe, West Monroe, Ruston, Houma, Thibodaux, Dallas, San Antonio, Waco, Tyler, Northeast Texas, Midland, Lubbock, Odessa, and more.
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Nature
Located in the middle of the Talladega National Forest, the park is ideal for access to the Kentuck ORV-ATV Trail. Additionally, the park is home to the Cheaha Trailhead of the Pinhoti Trail, which connects with the Appalachian Trail and accesses the Odum Scout Trail, and the Chinnabee Silent Trail. Here hikers can experience tranquility, native wildlife and beautiful waterfalls.
Dining
Delicious, country-style food combined with panoramic views of the Talladega National Forest and valley below are found at the park’s restaurant. A traditional Sunday buffet is also available. Catering is available in the park for pavilions and Bald Rock lodge contact our sales staff 256-488-5885 (let us handle the grilling or cooking, so you can enjoy the park!).
Accommodations
In addition to lodge rooms, cabins and A-frame chalets, we also offer improved camping in the park’s campground, semi-primitive camping near the highest point, and primitive camping near Cheaha Lake. In addition, there is primitive camping along mountainside trails, offering campers numerous options for getting close to nature.
Weddings
The perfect atmosphere for a wedding, Cheaha Resort State Park staff can provide couples with everything needed for their special day.
Area Attractions
Nearby attractions include the Talladega National Forest, the Talladega Super Speedway, the Dale Jarrett Racing Adventure, and the historic Kymulga Grist Mill Covered Bridge and Park.
Links of interest:
- http://www.alapark.com/cheaha-state-park
- https://www.google.com/search?q=cheaha+state+park&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwig8d-J893XAhUiwYMKHRcCCIAQ_AUICygC
- https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g30480-d578945-Reviews-Cheaha_Resort_State_Park-Delta_Alabama.html
- https://www.stateparks.com/cheaha_state_park_in_alabama.html
- https://www.facebook.com/CheahaStatePark/
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cheaha_State_Park
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Martin Castle was built by Rex and Caroline Bogaert Martin in 1969 after returning from a German vacation. They were inspired by the architecture and many famous buildings that they'd visited while in Europe. The Martins divorced before the castle was completed and it sat unfinished for many years.
The structure was sold to a Miami attorney in 2003 but the structure burned during renovations during 2004. Reconstruction was completed in 2008.
The castle was purchased again in 2017 by a group of investors.
Links of interest:
- https://www.thekentuckycastle.com
- https://www.instagram.com/thecastlepost/
- https://www.facebook.com/castlepost/
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Martin_Castle
- https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g39940-d1435573-Reviews-CastlePost-Versailles_Kentucky.html
- http://mentalfloss.com/article/57275/kentuckys-30-million-castle
- https://www.wtvq.com/2017/07/24/investors-discuss-new-plans-castle-post/
- https://www.opentable.com/castle-post
- https://www.theknot.com/marketplace/castle-post-versailles-ky-633417
- https://www.roadsideamerica.com/tip/535
I stayed in a "chalet", often referred to as a "turret":
The castle sits on working 55 acre farm and has a farm-to-table restaurant. The food was excellent.
The rooftop terrace is perfect for weddings, parties, and any other large gathering:
Here is a collection of images taken while walking the grounds that evening and the next morning:
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The 120-apartment unit includes six multi-unit buildings along with clubhouse, garage buildings, in-ground pool with pool house, paved parking and access drives.
The community clubhouse will include a business center, 24-hour fitness center, kitchen, covered patio, ping pong patio, fire pit and dog park. The in-ground pool, pool house and cabana includes volleyball courts, bocce courts and a shaded pergola at the pool. There is also a set-aside outside area for children to play.
The luxury apartments have gourmet kitchens with stainless steel appliances, and stone counter tops. Bathrooms have garden tubs. Plank flooring finishes the luxurious 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartment homes. There are 11 floor plans from which to choose.
The apartments are designed to meet the national green building standards and criteria. As a green certified project, the following must meet specific criteria: lot & site development, resource efficiency, energy efficiency, water efficiency, environmental quality, and home owner education.
For more information, visit:
- Brown Builders
- KTBS News Article
- Brown Builders Twitter Account
- North Village Plaza Website
- North Village Plaza Facebook Page
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A full collection of aerial photos, aerial panoramic images, and aerial video clips were gathered for Louisiana Tech University's photography department.
For more information, visit:
- Louisiana Tech University
- Louisiana Tech Sports
- Louisiana Tech Football Twitter Page
- Louisiana Tech Football Facebook Page
- Louisiana Tech University Facebook Page
- Joe Aillet Stadium Facebook Page
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DRONES FOR AGRICULTURAL SPRAYING
I can remember my first radio-controlled airplane project like it was yesterday. The small kit consisted of balsa wood, monokote covering, and a small glow fuel engine. My goal was not to become an RC enthusiast. You see, I grew up on a sugar cane farm and the local crop dusting service was less than a mile from our home. I spent much time riding my old BMX bicycle to and from the airport. I was fascinated with the two Air Tractor planes that took off many times during the course of the day. The goal that I had in mind as a ten year old was to provide a spraying service for local gardeners.
I had it all planned out. Straws were glued to the wing tips and several “TeeJet” spray nozzles were taken from my family’s farm shop (thanks to the help of my trusty BMX bike). An extra RC fuel tank would be used for chemical storage.
The project, however, never left the ground.
Fast forward thirty years later. We now have the ability to spray small-acreage tracts with both single and multi-rotor aircraft. This can be done manually (by row) or by flying an automated GPS grid. Most states require a commercial applicators license in addition to an FAA Part 107 certification.
The Yamaha RMAX, a single rotor autonomous helicopter, has been used for spraying crops since the 1990’s. The RMAX is almost 12ft in length, weighs just over 200lbs, and has a chemical tank capacity of up to 68lbs. The machine has an average flight duration of 1hr.
In 2016, DJI introduced the Agras MG-1, a large octocopter with a 2.6ga chemical tank. The MG-1 has a hovering time of 10 – 24 minutes depending on payload.
The Gaia 160 is another large multirotor spray drone. The 160 has a 6 gallon chemical capacity and a flight duration of around 18 minutes.
Stay tuned for more articles as well delve into the world of crop spraying with unmanned systems.
Feel free to contact me at [email protected] if you have any questions about our services.
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- https://www.instagram.com/theassemblywm/
- https://twitter.com/theassemblywm
- https://www.facebook.com/theassemblywestmonroe
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We will be providing South Louisiana and possibly South Texas flood coverage from both unmanned aerial systems and full scale aircraft.
This video contains leftover footage from the 2016 Baton Rouge flood:
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- https://www.instagram.com/theassemblywm/
- https://twitter.com/theassemblywm
- https://www.facebook.com/theassemblywestmonroe
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As drones have grown in popularity the affordability of drones for day-to-day use has greatly improved. Yet, to complete the type of work expected on construction sites and analyze the collected data appropriately, companies should know that initial costs for drone operation could reach up to $50,000. After the initial cost companies will incur additional time & expenses for the operation, data processing software subscriptions and insurance to name a few.
Companies need to consider the type of equipment they need, as well as the needed accessories for monitoring and surveying. Accessories include camera sensors, batteries, tablets, protective gear etc. And the costs don't stop there. In addition to the drones and accessories, companies will need to find the right kind of software to analyze the data being collected. The primary four areas of expense are equipment, accessories, software and pilot training.
Taking on such responsibilities as a company in order to have an in-house drone program can be a huge burden that hinders momentum. In addition to the initial start up costs of developing an in-house drone program and operator costs, companies will have to consider liability and litigation risk. The Federal Aviation Administration requires a commercial insurance policy that covers liability up to one million dollars. Companies would have to check with their insurance carriers if they even offer commercial drone liability insurance, as it's a relatively new area. Insurance, if it is available, can be expected to run another $2,000-3000 a year.
How the FAA Is Getting Involved
If the cost of operation and gear isn't enough, new Federal Aviation Administration operating rules add to cost and training time for commercial operation of drones. A commercially used drone can only be operated by a certified UAV pilot or observed by one. Drone operators must man the drone within their visual line of sight, without any aid such as the use of binoculars. Training for certification includes an exam for the applicants' knowledge of regulations, airspace classifications, aviation weather sources and emergency procedures. The exam itself is not difficult - but knowing your way around flying a drone above a ton of expensive equipment and other obstacles takes a lot of practice.
In-house vs. Service Provider Partnership
With so much cost to consider and the need for trained individuals, partnering with drone professionals eases a lot of the stress and can save companies money. By working with outside company professionals, companies will save money every month, the liability will remain with the drone professionals and there's no need to train or hire personnel to operate the drone. Flights and inspections can be planned ahead of time and the data collected and analyzed can be delivered to project managers, lenders and investors incredibly fast!
* On a personal note, the work that I've seen from in-house drone operations is quite bland and lifeless when compared to that of a professional.
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For more information, visit:
- https://www.nicholsongateway.com/
- https://www.facebook.com/geauxlsu
- https://www.linkedin.com/school/164771/
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The new IBM Tower and Century Village development is located just across Highway 165.
Links of interest:
- http://www.centurylink.com
- http://www.egretlandingmonroe.com
- http://www.holyfield-inc.com/holyfield-construction/
- http://www.holyfield-inc.com/
- https://www.facebook.com/HolyfieldInc/?rf=171238506223421
- http://www.ibm.com
- http://www.thelemoinecompany.com
- http://www.southernlifestyledevelopment.com/centuryvillage
- http://www.southernlifestyledevelopment.com
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More information can be found at http://www.firstmonroe.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FirstMonroe
Twitter: https://twitter.com/FirstMonroe
Examples:
The 120-apartment unit includes six multi-unit buildings along with clubhouse, garage buildings, in-ground pool with pool house, paved parking and access drives.
The community clubhouse will include a business center, 24-hour fitness center, kitchen, covered patio, ping pong patio, fire pit and dog park. The in-ground pool, pool house and cabana includes volleyball courts, bocce courts and a shaded pergola at the pool. There is also a set-aside outside area for children to play.
The luxury apartments have gourmet kitchens with stainless steel appliances, and stone counter tops. Bathrooms have garden tubs. Plank flooring finishes the luxurious 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartment homes. There are 11 floor plans from which to choose.
The apartments are designed to meet the national green building standards and criteria. As a green certified project, the following must meet specific criteria: lot & site development, resource efficiency, energy efficiency, water efficiency, environmental quality, and home owner education.
For more information, visit:
- Brown Builders
- KTBS News Article
- Brown Builders Twitter Account
- North Village Plaza Website
- North Village Plaza Facebook Page
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For more information, visit the following links:
- L'Auberge Casino and Resort Baton Rouge Website
- L'Auberge Casino and Resort Baton Rouge Facebook Page
- L'Auberge Casino and Resort Baton Rouge Twitter Page
- L'Auberge Casino and Resort Baton Rouge Instagram
- MyLauberge
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•Conveniently located 2 miles to I-20, 4 miles to LA Tech, and 5 miles to downtown Ruston
•Located in Choudrant School District
•Spec Homes Available
•Underground Utilities
For more information: Rhodes Properties and Development - Triple Crown
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The new project, developed by the James Saad Development Corporation, replaced an existing facility in Scott, LA. The site was chosen because of its ease of access to major highways, proximity to customers' distribution centers and a strong local community workforce for recruiting employees.
The new facility is part of a nationwide network expansion to boost daily package volume capacity and further enhance the speed and service capabilities of the FedEx Ground network. Since 2005, the company has opened 15 new hubs featuring advanced material-handling systems and expanded or relocated more than 500 local facilities.
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RAM TERMINALS LLC
598 ACRES MISSISSIPPI RIVER
INDUSTRIAL SITE
The RAM Industrial Site (RAM) is located in the Plaquemines Port Harbor & Terminal District (PPD) which is coextensive with parish boundaries and begins approximately 15 miles downriver from downtown New Orleans. The PPD is known for its large concentration of river terminals and plant complexes and close proximity to the mouth of the Mississippi River.
Recent proposed industrial developments in the Plaquemines Port District include: oil storage terminal, liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminals, Coal terminal expansion, methanol production facility and Port district development.
• 598 acres total.
• 7,000 linear feet frontage on Mississippi River
• Fleeting permits in place with capacity for 152 barges
• Ship Dock permit in process
• New Orleans Lower Coast Railroad adjacent to north
• Extensive Highway 23 frontage
• Zoned I-3; Heavy Industrial District
• Minimal wetlands
• Extensive engineering and permitting studies available
• Opportunities include joint venture, co-location, public/private partnership, port development, industry expansion/buffer, terminal development, long-term lease.
• Asking price, lease rates, and other information available upon execution of ‘non-disclosure agreement
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Multirotor “drone” systems have become so popular over the past five years that many have forgotten or discredited fixed wing unmanned aircraft.
Multirotor systems serve as a convenient option for aerial photography, video, and mapping applications.
Common benefits:
- Vertical take-off and land (VTOL): Multirotor aircraft can take off and land without the need for a linear flight path
- Hovering or extremely slow flight: Multirotor aircraft can hover in one position or perform maneuvers at very slow speeds
- Storage/travel: Multirotor aircraft typically have a small footprint and can be stored in a smaller space than fixed wing aircraft
That said, fixed wing aircraft can be more beneficial with respect to both surveillance/reconnaissance and mapping applications.
Common benefits:
- Flight duration: Fixed wing UAS have an average battery duration of 40 minutes to greater than 1 hour
- Larger coverage area: A fixed wing UAS can perform a mapping grid for an area of 500 acres or greater in a single flight
- Safety: Most fixed wing UAS are constructed from lightweight styrofoam and have a very slow glide characteristic
Fixed wing UAS examples:
Finwing Penguin (owned by Louisiana Helicam)
RVJET (owned by Louisiana Helicam)
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The Civitan Club is a civic club of 40 local businessmen. The club was chartered by Civitan International in 1959. Civitans are everyday people within your community who come together to support organizations devoted to the improvement of lives of children and adults with developmental disabilities.
The club's annual fund-raiser, the Ark-La-Miss Fair and Livestock Show, is held annually in September. Fair proceeds of more than $50,000 are donated annually to local community non-profit projects, including the new Smiles Park at Kiroli.
In March 2013, the West Monroe Civitan Club and the City of West Monroe entered into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement that began to make Smiles Park a reality. The club agreed to spearhead the playground project and made an initial contribution of $200,000.00 toward the playground construction. The City of West Monroe provided a location within Kiroli Park and agreed to construct a fully accessible pavilion to accompany the playground. The City also agreed to accept ownership and maintenance of the playground once construction is complete. Shane’s Inspiration, a non-profit organization dedicated to the establishment of inclusive playgrounds across the country and overseas, has designed the playground and will coordinate outreach and education programs to help fulfill the park’s mission…bringing all children together to play!
Because the dream of Smiles Park began with the West Monroe Civitan Club's work at the Ark-La-Miss Fair, Shane’s Inspiration designed the playground around a carnival theme. With your help, Smiles Park will become a place where all children and their families can experience the laughter, fun and joy of a day at the Fair…anytime they choose.
Links of interest:
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Since the Federal Aviation Administration established official UAS regulations in August of 2016, companies are now able to make legal decisions to incorporate UAS into their business. While some larger companies have taken drone operations in house, many have decided to outsource the service to professional Drone Service Providers.
As a professional UAS operator of 13 years, you would expect me to make the obvious recommendation to outsource. While true, my suggestion to outsource would remain unchanged even if I was an outsider to the drone business.
My reasoning…
First and foremost, the drone pilot will need to study for and pass the FAA Part 107 exam in order to legally perform commercial work. At the time of this writing, the Part 107 exam needs to be retaken every 24 months. Some UAS companies are still operating under the Section 333 Exemption. However, it appears as though the Part 107 process will be what is used in the long run. According to the FAA, fines for illegal commercial use can be as high as $1100.00 per incident for the operator and $10,000 for the company that hired them. Continue reading if you or your company is ok with keeping up with these regulations as they progress.
Second, you’ll need UAS-specific insurance in order to perform commercial operations. This isn’t required by the FAA. But, most standard general liability policies will not cover a drone-related accident. UAS policies can be purchased on a per-flight basis or annually. A $1M annual policy ranges from $800.00 to $1700.00 with various add-ons (waivers of subrogation, COI holder types, hull coverage, etc.). A $4M policy is typically priced well over $3000.00 per year.
Third, let’s talk about pilot proficiency. GPS stabilization has helped to lower the barriers to entry for drone pilots. That said, GPS stabilization has also created an environment for stale/lifeless flying. You’ll want to use a pilot that can fly the aircraft in a compelling fashion. There are plenty of “floater” video examples on YouTube. Fast motion, constant camera movement, and close-to-subject flight paths help to create more compelling product.
At the end of the day, the drone is just a tool. It’s an artist’s paintbrush, a carpenter’s lathe, a surveyor’s transit, you get the drift. Let’s take a wedding photographer, for example. Sure, you could purchase a decent camera for $3500.00 and take the pictures on your own. However, this is a forever moment and Aunt Mildred flew in from China to be there. Do you trust yourself to obtain the same level of quality as a professional photographer/videographer?
Many of my clients made the decision to take drone operations in-house only to circle back around to outsourcing again.
The most common reasoning:
- Did not want to keep up with FAA regulations
- Person in charge needs to return to original list of responsibilities
- Lack of pilot proficiency (damaged equipment, lackluster quality)
- Overhead
collaborating with Shane’s Inspiration for the development of the playground the WMCC realized that Smiles Park shouldn’t be just for ”children with disabilities”, but
a playground for all children. Thus, Smiles Park has been designed as an inclusive playground that will be attractive and safe for all children to simply play together
without physical or social barriers.
In March 2013 the WMCC and the City of West Monroe entered into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement that began to make Smiles Park a reality. The WMCC agreed
to spearhead the playground project and made an initial contribution of $200,000.00 toward the playground construction. The City of West Monroe provided a location
within Kiroli Park and agreed to construct a fully accessible pavilion to accompany the playground. The City also agreed to accept ownership and maintenance of the
playground once construction is complete. Shane’s Inspiration, a non-profit organization dedicated to the establishment of inclusive playgrounds across the country
and overseas, has designed the playground and will coordinate outreach and education programs to help fulfill the park’s mission…bringing all children together to
play!
Because the dream of Smiles Park began with the WMCC’s work at the Ark-La-Miss Fair, Shane’s Inspiration designed the playground around a carnival theme. With
your help Smiles Park will become a place where all children and their families can experience the laughter, fun and joy of a day at the Fair…
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The new subdivision is located just behind the Centurylink headquarters on highway 165 just North of Monroe.
Construction on Phases II and III began in the Fall of 2016.
More information can be found within the following links:
Yamaha RMAX
The year was 2004 and I was still somewhat new to the world of radio-controlled helicopters. I spent many hours perusing websites, forums, and online articles about various flying machines. Although much of my time was centered on small consumer aircraft, I couldn’t refrain from being interested in one of the most impressive of all radio-controlled helicopters…the Yamaha RMAX.
The Yamaha RMAX was originally developed in 1997 for aerial agricultural spraying. It is powered by a water-cooled 2-stroke engine and has a flight duration of around 1 hour. The RMAX weighs just over 200lbs depending on payload configuration.
The RMAX was much larger and seemingly more sophisticated than our typical Sunday afternoon flyers. However, a closer looked revealed it had similar components…only upscaled.
Louisiana Helicam primarily used glow-fueled helicopters for the first several years. Lithium polymer technology wasn’t far enough along to be considered a viable option at that time and I was really impressed with the RMAX’s duration when teamed with gasoline powered engines. My continued research into the Yamaha RMAX eventually led me to make the switch from glow-fueled aircraft to gasoline powered aircraft, which were used until electric power became a more convenient option.
My first gas-powered helicopter had a 23cc engine. The engine utilized a pull rope rather than a 12v starter. The machine was reliable, efficient, and had an average flight duration of around 20 minutes.
As of 2015, the RMAX had conducted over 2 million combined flight hours since its first launch. The FAA added the RMAX to its list of approved UAS during that year. They are commonly used for spraying, seeding, remote sensing, precision agriculture, frost mitigation and variable rate dispersal.
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Very heavy rainfall developed during the afternoon of Tuesday March 8, 2016, and continued off and on through Saturday March 12.
Rainfall amounts of over 20 inches were recorded in a few locations.
Many locations experienced extreme flash flooding, particularly across East Texas and North Louisiana. Numerous roadways were flooded and closed. Many schools across the area were closed. Numerous high-water rescues were performed. Homes and businesses were evacuated in many locations.
Many historical records were broken on area rivers and lakes.
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The project's construction was handled by Southern Bleacher of Graham, TX.
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In last month’s article, we got a brief overview of Photogrammetry and how it is used for various applications. This month’s article will demonstrate the process that was used for a local church construction project.
Step 1: Gather Aerial Imagery
Gathering the aerial image collection is the first step in the process. There are many different types of drones, cameras, flight grid apps, and trigger control methods. We won’t go into those details since the end result should involve images with adequate overlap regarding of what equipment is used. Final output quality requirements will determine the amount of image overlap to be obtained during the shooting process. Remember, last month’s article stated that Photogrammetry is the creation of a 3D model from a combination of many 2D images.
Step 2: Stitch the Images Together
Now that we’ve gathered a good image collection in the field, we’ll now use Pix4D to stitch the images together. This process will create the Densified Point Cloud.
Note the 3D component that displays contours and cut/fill areas:
Step 3: Include Surveyed Ground Control Points
Although GPS location information is often included in each image’s EXIF data, it typically isn’t very accurate. This is the reason surveyed ground control points (GCP’s) are often required to “truth” the 3D model to reality.
Control point data can be imported from a “points” file or manually entered into the program:
The survey crew provided us with a paving and grading plan that included accurate ground control points. From this information, we’re able to enter the information for six ground control points:
Step 4: Re-optimize the Project
The project needs to be re-optimized after the inclusion of ground control points. Now that the model has been “truthed”, we are ready to generate the final outputs.
Pix4D can output 3D information to be used in a number of CAD-based programs.
The following is a list of example uses:
- Contour lines generation
- Distance and area measurements
- Volume calculation
- Comparing volumes between two DSMs
- 2D digitization
- 3D digitization
- 3D visualization
- Visualization on Google applications
- Vegetation indices - Index visualization and color editing
- Vegetation indices - agriculture applications
- Point cloud classification
- Stereo viewing
- 3D printing
- Contour lines visualization and editing
- DTM generation
- Web viewing and sharing
- Video animation viewing
- 3D Digitized objects visualization and editing
- In the field inspection (Index Map)
- Bundle Adjustment
For our example, the client used the model to generate an accurate cut/fill model for earthmoving purposes:
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We’ve witnessed the introduction of many new photogrammetric applications over the past few years. Photogrammetry is most often referred to as the science of making measurements from photographs. I typically describe it as the combining of multiple 2D images to make one 3D model.
Louisiana Helicam tested a number of standalone and cloud-based photogrammetry applications but eventually chose Pix4Dmapper Pro for the following reasons:
- A laptop can process much of the data on the trip home
- Point cloud manipulation (chip pile conveyor removal, site cleanup, etc.)
- Simple Ground Control Point (GCP) implementation
I typically use Pix4Dmapper Pro for stockpile volume calculation (paper mills) and localized topo maps (hunting leases). However, other uses include:
- Up to date site maps (more current than Google Earth)
- Digital Surface Models (DSM)
- Digital Terrain Models (DTM)
- Cut and fill measurements for earthmoving projects
- NDVI (crop stress) studies for agriculture
- Structure modeling for both CAD and 3D printing applications
- Benchmark model data for structural stress/sag over time
The Pix4D process requires multiple images with sufficient overlap regardless of the intended output. For example, one of the stockpiles that I map on a monthly basis is 19.4 acres. It takes an average of 240 to 250 orthogonal images at 80% overlap to create the 3D model to be used for volumetric calculation. Sufficient overlap is mandatory for creating a 3D model with enough information for an accurate volume survey. That said, Normalized Difference Vegetative Index (NDVI) studies require less overlap if crop height measurements are not needed.
Stay tuned for next month’s article. It will contain more information regarding the image collection process and the Pix4D data workflow.
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More information can be found within the following links:
- http://www.caldwelltanks.com/
- https://www.facebook.com/pg/CaldwellTanks
- https://www.linkedin.com/company/caldwell
- https://www.twitter.com/caldwelltnksinc
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More information can be found within the following links:
- http://www.caldwelltanks.com/
- https://www.facebook.com/pg/CaldwellTanks
- https://www.linkedin.com/company/caldwell
- https://www.twitter.com/caldwelltnksinc
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More information can be found in the following links:
- https://www.magnoliamarket.com/
- https://www.instagram.com/magnolia/
- https://twitter.com/magnolia
- https://www.facebook.com/JoannaStevensGaines/
- https://www.twitter.com/chippergaines
- http://www.hgtv.com/shows/fixer-upper
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Lithium polymer battery technology (better known as “LiPo”) revolutionized the RC industry in the mid-2000’s. LiPo batteries offer reasonable flight duration at a marginal weight when compared to older technologies such as Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) or Nickel Cadmium (NiCad). This served as the starting point for a surge in low cost radio-controlled aircraft.
New battery technology, combined with the availability of low-cost GPS stabilization, served as a catalyst for more prevalent multirotor technology that is publicly referred to as “drones.” These machines have made it easier for entry-level pilots to jump right into the aerial photography arena with little to no need for the old art of building and tweaking. This low barrier to entry has caused a number of issues, many of which are featured in news articles almost daily. However, it has also been a positive thing. In my case, modern equipment allows me to focus more on creativity and a busy workload with less bench time. I do still keep a build project on the bench at all times though!
Fuel-powered/non-stabilized technology basically had radio-controlled aerial providers limited to simple aerial photography. Aerial video services were difficult to offer without hours of tweaking and no standards were in place to ensure over 90% usable footage. Any UAS service provider that could guarantee over 50% usable aerial video footage had to spend much time on equipment building/tweaking and hours on public forums to develop a system that actually worked well.
It’s an exciting time to be in the modern-day UAS industry and overcoming technological hurdles has really opened the door for a variety of uses. Several examples are:
- Aerial Photography
- Aerial Video
- Inspections
- Search and Rescue
- Surveillance
- Science and Research
- Surveying and GIS
- Unmanned Cargo Delivery
Some would argue that volumetric calculation via drone only involves relative accuracy and doesn’t need to be “truthed” to real-world/absolute ground control point data. That said, others have found it necessary to have a GCP survey done prior to any volumetric work that will be done on a recurring basis. A professional surveyor can typically provide a GCP survey and associated point file for around $1500-$2500. This point information can then be visually referenced in the digital surface model to “truth” the relative data to the absolute.
Propeller Aero (Australian company) has recently introduced a product called “AeroPoints”, a product that was designed to aid in gathering accurate GCP data while onsite. The AeroPoint system contains a series of shock resistant pads that are located at various positions around a stockpile. The solar-powered pads gather GPS location information while the UAS flies the grid (no direct relationship between the AeroPoints and the UAS though). Each AeroPoint pad then uploads the location information to a Propeller cloud server once an internet connection can be established. The Propeller service then provides a point file that can be used to include location information for each Aero Point pad that is visually referenced in the surface model.
Propeller Aero recommends a set of 10 AeroPoint pads for up to 300 acres and 20 AeroPoint pads for surveys up to 850 acres.
More information can be found within the following link:
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- http://www.firstassemblywm.org
- https://www.instagram.com/theassemblywm/
- https://twitter.com/theassemblywm
- https://www.facebook.com/theassemblywestmonroe
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More information can be found here:
- http://www.southernlifestyledevelopment.com/village-of-river-ranch
- https://twitter.com/ShopRiverRanch
- https://www.facebook.com/RiverRanchLafayetteLA
- https://twitter.com/riverranchtweet
- https://www.facebook.com/shopriverranch
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This 2016 aerial photo collection now includes images of Federico's new single-row sugar cane planter.
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Located between Baton Rouge and New Orleans, Louisiana, the massive white columns and grand balconies of this enormous Mansion stand guard over the Mississippi River and its famed River Road, while on the north side, the spectacular three-story Rotunda overlooks sweeping, oak-draped lawns.
Nottoway spans 31 acres and offers a wonderful variety of venues, amenities and services. Click on the image on the right to see an enlarged property map.
- 40 Overnight Rooms
- 2 Honeymoon Suites
- Randolph Ballroom
- Cypress Ballroom
- The Grand Pavilion
- The Mansion Restaurant
- Lé Cafe
- Executive Boardroom
- Meeting Rooms
- 3 Bridal Dressing Salons
- Onsite Hair & Nail Salon
- Outdoor Pool & Cabana
- Tennis Courts
- Lounge & Fitness Center
Nottoway is centrally located between Louisiana's 3 largest cities:
- 25 miles from Baton Rouge
- 70 miles from New Orleans
- 75 miles from Lafayette
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Houmas House Plantation and Gardens has reclaimed its position as Crown Jewel of Louisiana's River Road.
Through the vision and determination of Kevin Kelly, who fulfilled a lifelong dream by acquiring the property in the Spring of 2003, the mansion today reflects the best parts of each period in its rich history alongside the big bend in the Mississippi River.
The first owners of the plantation were the indigenous Houmas Indians, who were given a land grant to occupy the fertile plain between the Mississippi and Lake Maurepas to the north.
The Houmas sold the land to Maurice Conway and Alexander Latil in the mid 1700's
The original French Provincial house that Latil erected on the property in is situated directly behind the Mansion, adjoined by a carriageway to the grand home described during its antebellum heyday as "The Sugar Palace." The original home was later used as living quarters for the staff that served the great house.
By the time of the Louisiana Purchase in 1803, the plantation was established and producing sugar.
In 1810, Revolutionary War hero Gen. Wade Hampton of Virginia purchased the property and shortly thereafter began construction on the Mansion. However, it was not until 1825 when Hampton's daughter, Caroline, and her husband, Col. John Preston, took over the property that the grand house truly began to take shape.
Construction on the Mansion was completed in 1828. At the same time, Houmas House began to build its sugar production and continued to increase its land holdings, which ultimately grew to 300,000 acres.
Irishman John Burnside bought the plantation in 1857 for $1 million. A businessman and a character, Burnside increased production of sugar until Houmas House was the largest producer in the country, actively working the crop on 98,000 acres. During the Civil War, Burnside saved the Mansion from destruction at the hands of advancing Union forces by declaring immunity as a subject of the British Crown. In addition to building a railway to carry his products to market —"The Sugar Cane Train (1862)" — Burnside, a bachelor, is also said to have offered payment to any parents in the parish who would name their sons "John."
An avid sportsman who wagered heavily in horse races, Burnside once secretly purchased a champion thoroughbred back East with the intent of defeating the steeds of fellow local businessmen in a big race. He quietly slipped the racehorse into the billiard room of the Mansion where it was "stabled" until Burnside's surprise was unveiled at the starting line and hailed in the winner's circle.
Houmas House flourished under Burnside's ownership, but it was under a successor, Col. William Porcher Miles that the plantation grew to its apex in the late 1800's when it was producing a monumental 20 million pounds of sugar each year.
In 1927, the Mississippi came out of its banks in the epic "great flood." While Houmas House was spared, the surrounding areas were inundated. The ensuing economic havoc was but a prelude to the devastation of the Great Depression just two years later.
Houmas House Plantation withered away. The Mansion closed and fell into disrepair, a condition in which it remained until 1940 when Dr. George B. Crozat purchased it.
Crozat bought Houmas House to be a summer home away from his native New Orleans. He renovated the property with the intent to give it a more "Federal" look than the stately Greek Revival style in which it was conceived. The structure was painted white inside and out. Crown moldings and ceiling medallions were removed and both interior and exterior forms and finishes were simplified.
Eventually, the Crozat heirs opened the property to tourists. In 1963, the defining Bette Davis film "Hush, Hush Sweet Charlotte" was shot in the property. The room in which Ms. Davis stayed while filming is preserved as part of today's Houmas House tour.
In addition to the Mansion and Gardens, history is also reflected in the many antique furnishings and works of art that grace the Houmas House tour. Distinguished by its two Garconierre, the Mansion exudes the warmth of a home (it's the owner's active residence), while proudly portraying its role as a landmark in American history.
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Nottoway Plantation & Resort, a magnificent 1850's sugarcane estate, a AAA Four-Diamond property, and a member of Historic Hotels of America, is the home of the South's largest existing antebellum mansion, now stunningly restored to her days of glory.
Located between Baton Rouge and New Orleans, Louisiana, the massive white columns and grand balconies of this enormous Mansion stand guard over the Mississippi River and its famed River Road, while on the north side, the spectacular three-story Rotunda overlooks sweeping, oak-draped lawns.
Daily guided mansion tours are just the beginning of what you will find here. Nottoway also offers deluxe rooms for overnight guests, fabulous dining, luxury amenities, and multiple ballrooms and meeting facilities which have been the settings for countless special events and spectacular weddings. But, the most important thing you'll find here is unforgettably gracious southern hospitality and service.
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The site is located off La. 1 in downtown Plaquemine in Iberville Parish, 13 miles south of Baton Rouge and 8 miles north of Nottoway Plantation in White Castle. The site is on historic Main Street directly across from Iberville Parish Museum and historic St. John's Church.
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More information here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_James_Audubon_Bridge_(Mississippi_River)
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- Sam's Town Hotel and Casino
- Margaritaville Hotel and Casino
- Horseshoe Hotel and Casino
- Louisiana Boardwalk
- Sci-Port-The Louisiana Science Center
- Bass Pro Shops
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- HomeGoods
- Marshalls
- Nordstrom Rack
- Off Broadway Shoes
- Dick’s Sporting Goods
- Field & Stream
- Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
- Chuy’s Mexican Restaurant
- Panera Bread
- Blaze Pizza
- World of Beer
- Panda Express
- Dickey’s BBQ Pit
- Red Robin
- Verizon Wireless
- PetSmart
- BJ’s Brewhouse
- Five Below
Links of interest:
- http://developinglafayette.com/wp/costco-development-is-bringing-in-big-names/
- http://developinglafayette.com
- http://www.costco.com
- https://www.facebook.com/DevelopingLafayette
- http://www.shspantherpress.com/
- http://www.edline.net/pages/Sterlington_High_School
- https://www.facebook.com/pages/Sterlington-High-School/751598991584155
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Squire Creek is a private, members-only facility, which features an 18-hole championship golf course designed by Tom Fazio. The course was ranked as one of the top 10 best new courses in America by Golf Digest in 2004. Squire Creek's 18 championship holes are hand cut into the Northern Louisiana landscape. They offer a fair but challenging test to players of all calibers. The 7,105 yard, par 72 layout is characterized by a gentle rolling plain and plays feature to neighboring beautiful Southern style homes. Natural views and picturesque scenery surround our property to provide a perfect escape.
- http://www.latech.edu/students/recreation/
- http://www.latechsports.com
- http://www.latechsports.com/sports/w-softbl/latc-w-softbl-body.html
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More information regarding Sweetwater, TX can be found within the following websites:
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- http://www.lsu.edu
- http://www.lsusports.net
- http://www.lsufootball.net
- http://www.tigerdroppings.com
- http://www.tigerrag.com
- http://www.thelemoinecompany.com
The full gallery is located here: http://www.louisianahelicam.com/louisiana_state_university_aerial_photographs_091315
A one-year project's lapse video can be edited to be viewed in only 2-5 minutes. The options are flexible.
Here's a quick sample of a fifty day time lapse:
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These Louisiana Tech University Joe Aillet Stadium aerial photographs are just a few from a large collection that was provided to the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs media department:
- http://www.latech.edu
- http://www.latechbbb.com
- http://www.latechsports.com
- Full gallery: http://www.louisianahelicam.com/louisiana-tech-bulldogs-vs-southern-jaguars
- http://neville.mcschools.net
- http://www.facebook.com/pages/Neville-High-School/193263387360036
- http://rustonhigh.lincolnschools.org/
- https://www.facebook.com/groups/125965730937069/
- http://www.facebook.com/bearcatfootballclub?fref=ts
The Monroe Athletic Club was established in January of 1990 by the Smith family. The location was a renovation of the former Chauvin Racquet Club which closed its doors years ago. Originally designated as the Monroe Racquet Club, the facility was developed to house a fun, family-oriented Tennis Center for the surrounding community. In 1995, the Smith family decided to transform the club into a full-scale, Multipurpose Health Club and renamed it the Monroe Athletic Club. Since it opened the club has grown in every facet from facilities and amenities to membership base. To this day the Monroe Athletic Club prides itself in being one of the most complete family Fitness Centers in the South!
CenturyLink (NYSE: CTL) is a global communications, hosting, cloud and IT services company enabling millions of customers to transform their businesses and their lives through innovative technology solutions. CenturyLink offers network and data systems management, Big Data analytics and IT consulting, and operates more than 55 data centers in North America, Europe and Asia. The company provides broadband, voice, video, data and managed services over a robust 250,000-route-mile U.S. fiber network and a 300,000-route-mile international transport network.
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The expanded Cajun-Sibon system connects EnLink Midstream’s Eunice fractionator in South Louisiana to Mt. Belvieu supply pipelines in East Texas, improving the reliability and diversity of NGL supply to the region’s petrochemical and refining markets. Phase II of the Cajun-Sibon project, which is supported by long term, fee-based ethane and propane sales agreements with a major petrochemical company in the region, includes: the expansion of the Partnership’s Cajun-Sibon pipeline capacity by an additional 50,000 barrels per day (bpd) of raw-make NGL to 120,000 bpd; the installation of a 100,000 bpd fractionator adjacent to the Partnership’s Plaquemine natural gas processing plant; the modification of the Riverside fractionator facility; and the construction and conversion of approximately 90 miles of NGL pipelines that originate at the Partnership’s Eunice fractionator and connect to the new Plaquemine fractionator.
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This service exists to aid engineers in land cut/fill design via 3D orthomosaic generation. The orthomosaic and associated report includes dense point cloud data that allows site measurement data to be reviewed at any point on the construction site.
I also offer this service with infrared technology for Normalized Difference Vegetative Index studies (NDVI).
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UTLX has quite an extensive history. You can read about it here: http://www.utlx.com/history.html
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The 160 acre country club was a fixture in the Jackson community for 68 years.
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These shots were taken for Lincoln Builders of Ruston, LA. They chose quarterly recurring progress aerials for the St. Francis Community Health Center and these evening shots represented a portion of the final showcase package.
Related links:
- http://www.lincolnbuilders.com
- https://fmolhs.org/stfran/Pages/Care-Services/St.-Francis-Community-Health-Center.aspx
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These photos were taken in late November 2014. I look forward to many more trips out to West Texas!
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This particular visit required aerial images of 60,000 ton oil rig that was constructed onsite and loaded onto a barge via rail. This particular rig was bound for Africa.
Links of interest:
- http://www.lincolnbuilders.com
- http://www.fesslerandbowman.com
- http://www.latech.edu
- http://www.latechsports.com
- http://www.latechbbb.com
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You can view their website at: http://www.jeffreycarbo.com.
Other links of interest:
- http://www.abwarchitects.com/work/public/st-landry-parish-visitor-center/
- http://www.louisianatravel.com/la-attractions/st-landry-parish-tourist-commission
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The night aerials were taken during a 24/7 work period and it was common for the stadium to be lit well into the evening hours. Some evening shots involved the use of the stadium's regular flood lights while others involved scoreboard lighting only. This is a beautiful stadium when captured from the air during evening hours. Enjoy!
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