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Survey Methodology and Details
Survey Methodology and Details
Connectivity from
Umrer BG Yard to Existing WCL Yard at Umrer) with Electrification
Detailed Project Report
3.1 General
The approach to Survey in the project was in accordance with the “Terms of Reference”
given in the Contract Document, understanding of the project objectives and having
discussions with the Client during the progress of the project study. In formulating the
methodology for the various activities, the guidelines by the Railway have been followed.
Based on the objectives and scope of the consultancy services, an appropriate methodology
has been developed to address the requirements, especially with regard to various
intermediate targets and completion period, manning schedule and interaction with client as
indicated in the Terms of Reference (TOR). A work plan was prepared on the basis of the
methodology developed. A competent team of suitably qualified key professionals and other
supporting staff as per the requirements of TOR was selected for carrying out the services.
The scope of services includes both independent and inter-dependent activities. Hence a TASK
APPROACH was proposed to carry out the entire work comprehensively and accurately to the
complete satisfaction of the client and fulfillment of TOR. The whole work was divided into
different tasks and the detailed methodology for each activity is given below.
Subsequently the connectivity to WCL siding was changed to Umrer instead of Brahmini station
after scrutinizing the detailed survey data by MRIDC official to adopt economical route to WCL
siding.
For successful and efficient rendering of services, it was proposed to take a sound engineering
approach based on a clear understanding of the Terms of Reference and the relevant planning
and systems approach.
The Methodology for Services, Surveying and Data Collection covers all the scope of work as
detailed in the TOR. The important activities of the assignment are divided into two categories.
1. Field Study
2. Desk/Office Work
MRIDC 72 QTCPL
Final Location Survey for Proposed Gauge Conversion (BG) for Nagbhir ‐ Itwari NG Line (Including Proposed Rail Connectivity from
Umrer BG Yard to Existing WCL Yard at Umrer) with Electrification
Detailed Project Report
Need for the survey: The main purpose of the field inventory was to make a record of the
existing track layout, other rail infrastructure and design of selected alignment for new BG
track to cover all the required points of TOR.
i. Reconnaissance survey
vi. Transferring nearest GTS Bench mark to project route – Auto Level
vii. Shifting of Bench Marks along existing railway line – Auto Level
A. Reconnaissance Survey
Before start of actual survey work, Reconnaissance survey was carried out by Survey teams.
During this survey entire section starting from Nagbhir to Itwari including Proposed Rail
Connectivity From Brahmini BG Yard to Existing WCL Yard at Brahmini was studied. The
relevant data required for further study was collected and survey was carried out but as per
instruction of MRIDC officials the connectivity was change to Umrer station and re-survey was
carried out. All Railway Stations falling in this section with their existing infrastructure, yard
layout and facilities available were also examined for assessing future development. Important
details like availability of land in this section were also collected which were very useful for the
Study, and include following:
Topography, alignment details and layout plans of station areas along the Nagbhir –
Itwari NG section and connection to WCL siding to Umrer to access most feasible,
sutaible and economical alignment
Details on land/utilities
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Final Location Survey for Proposed Gauge Conversion (BG) for Nagbhir ‐ Itwari NG Line (Including Proposed Rail Connectivity from
Umrer BG Yard to Existing WCL Yard at Umrer) with Electrification
Detailed Project Report
Foot Over Bridges and subways for Stations in Nagbhir – Itwari NG section
Details of existing trees along the existing alignment which have girth dia. of 30cm or
more
B. Engineering Surveys
The topographic survey included picking up of all details and features as existing on ground on
either side of proposed center line of alignment. The survey was carried out using latest survey
instruments having required precision with computerized data capture facility like Total Station
and Auto Levels. All data related to topography and features of the ground were recorded using
on board data loggers.
Topographic survey along the full length of the Nagbhir – Itwari Section was carried out with
the help of Total Stations for Railway Right of Way as well as up to about 50m beyond railway
boundary on both sides of the formation. Details of existing trees of girth diameter 30cm on
either side of existing formation on both sides was taken. Details have been recorded in the field
book and summary of the same is provided in foregoing paragraphs and complete details
location wise also submitted in a separate volume along with DPR and for information and
necessary action which is to be taken at the time of construction. Base drawings were created in
electronic format in the scale of 1:500 indicating existing ground features of tracks, railway
MRIDC 74 QTCPL
Final Location Survey for Proposed Gauge Conversion (BG) for Nagbhir ‐ Itwari NG Line (Including Proposed Rail Connectivity from
Umrer BG Yard to Existing WCL Yard at Umrer) with Electrification
Detailed Project Report
Before starting of Traversing, Reconnaissance Survey was carried out along existing South
Eastern Central Railway corridor from Nagbhir to Itwari including WCL siding to Umrer to
decide the locations of control points, temporary bench marks, fixing chainages, etc.
The general principle of surveying from ‘whole to part’ was adopted. The Primary control
stations were selected all along the existing alignment at suitable intervals of about 2 km in pair
from Nagbhir – Itwari including Proposed Rail Connectivity From Umrer BG Yard to Existing
MRIDC 75 QTCPL
Final Location Survey for Proposed Gauge Conversion (BG) for Nagbhir ‐ Itwari NG Line (Including Proposed Rail Connectivity from
Umrer BG Yard to Existing WCL Yard at Umrer) with Electrification
Detailed Project Report
WCL Yard at Umrer. The observations were taken for suitable time as per availability of
satellite, climate, etc. These observations (field data) were downloaded and post processed
through Spectrum Survey Office V.8.2 software. During processing, the field data was checked
in all respects. The parameters used for finalization of primary control points are as mentioned
below:
Datum : WGS84
Geoid : Egm96
These control stations are established with the help of DGPS GRX-2 of Sokkia make.
For secondary control points, Total Stations of Leica make having 1 second accuracy were used.
At the start of the traversing network, the instruments were put through a self-checking routine.
Secondary control stations were established with reference to primary control stations. Total
Station traverse was carried out by fixing control points along the alignment at about 200 m to
300 m inter-visible intervals, starting with one pair of GPS control points and closing on to the
next pair of GPS control points. The closing error in position for any line from one pair of GPS
control points to another pair was restricted to 2 cm per kilometer which was adjusted as per
Bowditch Rule. Observations for traverse lines having errors more than 2 cm per kilometer were
repeated. Z values obtained by Total Stations were replaced by leveling heights, as they are
more accurate. Thus the coordinates (Easting, Northing & Elevation) of these traverse control
points were used for further detailed topographical survey by Total Station.
MRIDC 76 QTCPL
Final Location Survey for Proposed Gauge Conversion (BG) for Nagbhir ‐ Itwari NG Line (Including Proposed Rail Connectivity from
Umrer BG Yard to Existing WCL Yard at Umrer) with Electrification
Detailed Project Report
Topographic surveys between Railway Stations were carried out with Total Stations to pick up
all details within railway land boundary and additional 50 meters beyond both sides of track. At
yards, the full width of corridor is surveyed. While carrying out this survey, use of both
horizontal & vertical angle measurements and target height was made to obtain X, Y & Z
coordinates of terrain points.
E. Picking up details of existing railway line and carrying out topographic survey of the
terrain within railway land boundaries and beyond wherever necessary
Starting from one end of the Section, center line of track at 20m on straight, 10m in curves were
picked up. In addition, rail top coordinates (x, y, z) at an interval of 20m were taken. A wooden
gauge (with center line marked gauge) which can fit exactly on the BG track (rail face to rail
face) was made for this purpose.
Cross sections of existing track were taken at an interval of 20m consisting center of tracks,
edge of embankment, toe of embankment, etc. Spot levels of ground within the railway
boundary plus for distance of 50m beyond the railway boundary were taken on the proposed
alignment on either side as per site requirement.
iii) Details of culverts, minor bridges, major bridges, flyovers across the railway corridor with
their details viz. width, number of spans, overall length, type, marking chainages, etc.,
(centre line of Bridge is marked on Auto CAD drawing), dimensions of piers, abutments,
wing walls, returns, etc.
iv) Details of FOB, ROB and RUB with span within Railway land including their landings in
Corporation limits.
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Final Location Survey for Proposed Gauge Conversion (BG) for Nagbhir ‐ Itwari NG Line (Including Proposed Rail Connectivity from
Umrer BG Yard to Existing WCL Yard at Umrer) with Electrification
Detailed Project Report
v) Any overhead facilities such as telephone/telegraph lines / HT lines / signals & location
box / Traction mast, etc. (Implantation of OHE mast with respect to center line of tracks).
ix) Yard details: Topographic survey of station yard enroute, including station building,
platforms & other structures.
xi) Details of fixed structures including FOB columns & landing, toilet blocks, water blocks,
staircase, buildings, platform widths, etc.
F. Levelling along the rail corridor, fixing of TBM w.r.t. Survey of India GTS Bench Mark
Earlier survey agency had carried over the existing GTS bench mark to new temporary bench
marks which they have fixed at important and safe locations (where they cannot be disturbed)
such as bridge approaches, platforms, etc., at an interval of approximately 500 meters. The
Traverse stations left by Traversing teams were connected with level lines. Also, closing of
leveling on already established TBM is carried out and maintained in the field register.
MRIDC 78 QTCPL
Final Location Survey for Proposed Gauge Conversion (BG) for Nagbhir ‐ Itwari NG Line (Including Proposed Rail Connectivity from
Umrer BG Yard to Existing WCL Yard at Umrer) with Electrification
Detailed Project Report
A survey team with necessary equipment as under carried out the field work:
M/s Qmax Techno Consultants Pvt. Ltd. have in-house latest computers/laptops loaded with
software for the design of Alignment, Roadway, Bridges, steel structures, geotechnical
analysis, etc.
H. Quality Control
High precision instruments were used for the topographic survey and traversing. For
establishing primary control points DGPS GRX 1 of Sokkia make, for traversing and
topographic survey, Total Stations Leica make were used. Before starting the work, it was
ensured that all the instruments were calibrated and do have a valid calibration certificate and
were in good condition. The accuracy for Leica Total Station instruments is 1 second and 5
seconds. Traversing was done by closed traverse method and for TBM Shifting and level
connection to control points Auto Levels were used. For above leveling work Auto Levels
of Sokkia make were used. Before using Auto Level it was tested at site to prevent errors.
All the benchmarks were closed with H.I. method.
M/s Qmax Techno Consultants Pvt. Ltd. has prepared and submitted the Topographical plan in
Auto CAD in accordance with details collected in the survey on a scale 1:1000. The plans
indicate existing yards, track geometries, buildings, bridges, foot over bridges, tunnels, etc. In
addition to this, in order to design the proposed extension, detailed dimensions of major
bridges/minor bridges/FOBs/special structures were collected.
The standard feature code was followed during the topographic survey to ensure the data is
compatible in MX rail software and the down loaded data from the Total Station in the form of
ASC II / Genio format.
The field registers of survey work for Traversing, topographic survey and field book containing
complete details were maintained for verification by MRIDC Official. Following is the list of
documents maintained at site:
i) Traverse Register - containing the records of running Traverse line, Traverse stations with
their description, calculation of co-ordinates of Traverse stations, adjustment of closing
error, down loaded data, etc.
MRIDC 79 QTCPL
Final Location Survey for Proposed Gauge Conversion (BG) for Nagbhir ‐ Itwari NG Line (Including Proposed Rail Connectivity from
Umrer BG Yard to Existing WCL Yard at Umrer) with Electrification
Detailed Project Report
ii) Level Books – containing the records of connecting of GTS Bench Marks to TBMs/BMs
established along the alignment.
iii) List of trees on either side of existing formation having girth diameter 30cm or more.
iv) Registers – containing the records of connection of Bench Marks by Total Stations (already
established by Leveling).
Topographical plan showing all existing features, existing railway lines, formation, central line
of L-Xing, yards, etc., in Auto CAD was prepared. All text size and presentation of drawings,
legend, scale, etc., were as per standard proforma.
N. Details of topo survey at Level Crossings, Major and Minor Railway Bridge locations
All details of existing Level Crossings like center line km, LC No, class, width of road, etc.,
were collected.
Previous reports on the project and data obtained from field surveys were reviewed during
Desk study. This activity was carried out simultaneously along with survey work. The
activities involved in the office work are listed below:
MRIDC 80 QTCPL
Final Location Survey for Proposed Gauge Conversion (BG) for Nagbhir ‐ Itwari NG Line (Including Proposed Rail Connectivity from
Umrer BG Yard to Existing WCL Yard at Umrer) with Electrification
Detailed Project Report
improvement locations
All over/above ground utility lines, falling within the ROW were located. All overhead
crossings of such lines were located with chainages and available clearance. For
underground utility lines like water pipelines, electric cables and sewerage/drainage,
the information was obtained from the concerned authorities. Information on the location of
buried coaxial cables and OFC was obtained from concerned authorities and concerned
Departments/Service providers.
The location of all the utility lines, both over and underground, are plotted on the strip plan
along with the proposed location on the new corridor. This clearly brings out the lines which
are likely to be affected by the new alignment and may require to be relocated. Based on
this study, relocation of the utility lines, where required, is recommended along with the
proposed new track. Details of utility collected during survey are listed below:
MRIDC 81 QTCPL
Final Location Survey for Proposed Gauge Conversion (BG) for Nagbhir ‐ Itwari NG Line (Including Proposed Rail Connectivity from
Umrer BG Yard to Existing WCL Yard at Umrer) with Electrification
Detailed Project Report
Overhead Electricity
Existing Proposed
S.N. Chainage Chainage Voltage Height
(km) (km)
1 1134.215 0.509 11000V 7.800
2 1134.905 1.295 33000 V 9.230
3 1136.325 2.723 33000 V 11.463
4 1150.010 16.337 LT 6.780
5 1158.686 24.971 11000V 19.090
6 1159.220 25.501 33000V 8.145
7 1165.070 31.340 440V 7.052
8 1167.235 33.513 11000V 7.200
9 1174.865 41.113 33000V 8.275
10 1175.555 41.783 33000V 12.256
11 1186.525 52.618 11000V 8.576
12 1187.020 53.110 11000V 9.568
13 1187.395 53.479 11000V 6.780
14 1187.765 53.850 LT 9.780
15 1195.095 61.040 33000 V 8.573
16 1197.770 63.711 LT 7.260
17 1197.864 63.805 LT 8.120
18 1209.410 75.100 33000 V 9.683
19 1209.595 75.280 33000 V 8.987
20 1217.730 83.237 LT 7.901
21 1234.455 99.937 33000 V 15.600
22 1234.775 100.258 11000 V 8.946
Existing Proposed
S.N. Chainage Chainage Voltage Height
(km) (km)
23 1235.185 100.668 33000 V 11.413
24 1235.504 100.988 11000 V 6.885
3.4.1 Summary of trees on either side of existing formation having girth diameter 30cm or more.
B WCL Siding
1 Schedule Trees 33
2 Non Schedule Trees 138
Sub Total (B) = 171
As per TOR and General Instructions for survey work, Final Location Survey has been carried
out and all the data collected are given in following tables.
The Primary Control Points were established with the help of DGPS and are tabulated in Table 3.2.
MRIDC 82 QTCPL
Final Location Survey for Proposed Gauge Conversion (BG) for Nagbhir ‐ Itwari NG Line (Including Proposed Rail Connectivity from
Umrer BG Yard to Existing WCL Yard at Umrer) with Electrification
Detailed Project Report
MRIDC 83 QTCPL
Final Location Survey for Proposed Gauge Conversion (BG) for Nagbhir ‐ Itwari NG Line (Including Proposed Rail Connectivity from
Umrer BG Yard to Existing WCL Yard at Umrer) with Electrification
Detailed Project Report
MRIDC 84 QTCPL
Final Location Survey for Proposed Gauge Conversion (BG) for Nagbhir ‐ Itwari NG Line (Including Proposed Rail Connectivity from
Umrer BG Yard to Existing WCL Yard at Umrer) with Electrification
Detailed Project Report
Traverse Points
The secondary traverse points were established by running closed traverse with the help of Total
Station and are tabulated in Table 3.3.
MRIDC 85 QTCPL
Final Location Survey for Proposed Gauge Conversion (BG) for Nagbhir ‐ Itwari NG Line (Including Proposed Rail Connectivity from
Umrer BG Yard to Existing WCL Yard at Umrer) with Electrification
Detailed Project Report
MRIDC 86 QTCPL
Final Location Survey for Proposed Gauge Conversion (BG) for Nagbhir ‐ Itwari NG Line (Including Proposed Rail Connectivity from
Umrer BG Yard to Existing WCL Yard at Umrer) with Electrification
Detailed Project Report
MRIDC 87 QTCPL
Final Location Survey for Proposed Gauge Conversion (BG) for Nagbhir ‐ Itwari NG Line (Including Proposed Rail Connectivity from
Umrer BG Yard to Existing WCL Yard at Umrer) with Electrification
Detailed Project Report
MRIDC 88 QTCPL
Final Location Survey for Proposed Gauge Conversion (BG) for Nagbhir ‐ Itwari NG Line (Including Proposed Rail Connectivity from
Umrer BG Yard to Existing WCL Yard at Umrer) with Electrification
Detailed Project Report
MRIDC 89 QTCPL
Final Location Survey for Proposed Gauge Conversion (BG) for Nagbhir ‐ Itwari NG Line (Including Proposed Rail Connectivity from
Umrer BG Yard to Existing WCL Yard at Umrer) with Electrification
Detailed Project Report
MRIDC 90 QTCPL
Final Location Survey for Proposed Gauge Conversion (BG) for Nagbhir ‐ Itwari NG Line (Including Proposed Rail Connectivity from
Umrer BG Yard to Existing WCL Yard at Umrer) with Electrification
Detailed Project Report
MRIDC 91 QTCPL
Final Location Survey for Proposed Gauge Conversion (BG) for Nagbhir ‐ Itwari NG Line (Including Proposed Rail Connectivity from
Umrer BG Yard to Existing WCL Yard at Umrer) with Electrification
Detailed Project Report
MRIDC 92 QTCPL
Final Location Survey for Proposed Gauge Conversion (BG) for Nagbhir ‐ Itwari NG Line (Including Proposed Rail Connectivity from
Umrer BG Yard to Existing WCL Yard at Umrer) with Electrification
Detailed Project Report
MRIDC 93 QTCPL
Final Location Survey for Proposed Gauge Conversion (BG) for Nagbhir ‐ Itwari NG Line (Including Proposed Rail Connectivity from
Umrer BG Yard to Existing WCL Yard at Umrer) with Electrification
Detailed Project Report
MRIDC 94 QTCPL
Final Location Survey for Proposed Gauge Conversion (BG) for Nagbhir ‐ Itwari NG Line (Including Proposed Rail Connectivity from
Umrer BG Yard to Existing WCL Yard at Umrer) with Electrification
Detailed Project Report
MRIDC 95 QTCPL
Final Location Survey for Proposed Gauge Conversion (BG) for Nagbhir ‐ Itwari NG Line (Including Proposed Rail Connectivity from
Umrer BG Yard to Existing WCL Yard at Umrer) with Electrification
Detailed Project Report
MRIDC 96 QTCPL
Final Location Survey for Proposed Gauge Conversion (BG) for Nagbhir ‐ Itwari NG Line (Including Proposed Rail Connectivity from
Umrer BG Yard to Existing WCL Yard at Umrer) with Electrification
Detailed Project Report
MRIDC 97 QTCPL
Final Location Survey for Proposed Gauge Conversion (BG) for Nagbhir ‐ Itwari NG Line (Including Proposed Rail Connectivity from
Umrer BG Yard to Existing WCL Yard at Umrer) with Electrification
Detailed Project Report
MRIDC 98 QTCPL
Final Location Survey for Proposed Gauge Conversion (BG) for Nagbhir ‐ Itwari NG Line (Including Proposed Rail Connectivity from
Umrer BG Yard to Existing WCL Yard at Umrer) with Electrification
Detailed Project Report
MRIDC 99 QTCPL
Final Location Survey for Proposed Gauge Conversion (BG) for Nagbhir ‐ Itwari NG Line (Including Proposed Rail Connectivity from
Umrer BG Yard to Existing WCL Yard at Umrer) with Electrification
Detailed Project Report