Sara Barrett, PLS (CA#9794)

Serving our California Clients

With over 20 years of experience in the Tahoe region, Sara is a seasoned land surveyor specializing in boundary mapping, topographic site planning, and land use analysis. She has extensive expertise in United States Forest Service (USFS) boundary mapping and monumentation, TRPA coverage calculations, drainage studies, subdivision mapping, and easement documentation. Sara has successfully delivered surveying solutions for public works projects, residential developments, and municipal infrastructure, ensuring accuracy and compliance with county and state regulations.

Based in our Lake Tahoe office, she utilizes industry-leading technologies, including AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble Robotic Software, Leica GPS, Leica Captivate, and Trimble GPS, to deliver precise and efficient surveying solutions.

Her deep knowledge of the region, combined with her technical expertise, makes her an invaluable resource for clients navigating complex land development and regulatory requirements.

Surveying & Geomatics

Boundary & Monument Surveys

Locating property lines and corners based on deed descriptions
Resetting property boundary monuments and preparing Record of Survey or Corner Records
Identifying encroachments and easement limitations

Topographic & Asset Location Surveys

High-accuracy mapping of natural and man-made features
Collection of as-built coordinates and asset data for utilities, storm drains, and roadway infrastructure
Compliance with local GIS and CAD standards for seamless integration

Construction Staking & Layout

Precise field marking for proposed structures, pipelines, roads, and site developments
Ensuring accuracy in construction execution by referencing detailed plans

Easement & Permit Support

Records research and documentation for new and existing easements
Surveying services to support permit applications, including TRPA Land Coverage Verifications

Advanced Geomatics & Remote Sensing

Photogrammetry & Drone (UAV) Services: Cost-effective, high-detail surveying for hard-to-reach locations
Utility Location Services: Ground-penetrating radar and electromagnetic methods to accurately map underground utilities

Technology & Standards

All surveys conducted by licensed Professional Land Surveyors in compliance with California’s Professional Land Surveyors Act
Use of state-of-the-art equipment, including GPS, UAVs, and Robotic Total Stations
Data provided in AutoCAD, GIS, and PDF formats, aligning with local agency CAD standards
Deliverables in NAD83 California State Plane Zone 2 (US Feet) and NAVD88 (US Feet) coordinate systems

Why Choose Eastern Sierra Engineering?

Experienced Professionals: Our team includes licensed surveyors, engineers, and geomatics experts with decades of experience.
Advanced Technology: We integrate modern surveying techniques for high-precision results.
Flexible & Scalable Services: We provide both standard land-based surveying and advanced remote sensing solutions.
Local & Regional Expertise: Our familiarity with California and Nevada’s land regulations ensures compliance and efficiency.