Cut / Fill Plans & Earthwork Grading
Overview
Effective site development begins with well-planned grading. Legacy Engineering’s Cut / Fill Plans provide detailed earthwork grading designs that prepare sites for construction by balancing existing terrain with proposed finished grades to create buildable, efficient sites.
Cut and fill refers to the process of removing soil from higher areas of a site (“cut”) and placing it in lower areas (“fill”) to establish proper elevations, support drainage, and optimize land use.
Site Evaluation & Grading Strategy
Using topographic survey data, our team evaluates existing site conditions, slopes, and constraints to develop grading strategies that align with the project’s intended use and construction goals. Early grading evaluation helps reduce earthwork costs, improve constructability, and avoid downstream drainage or access issues.
Earthwork Modeling & Volume Analysis
We prepare grading plans and earthwork models that quantify cut and fill volumes and identify opportunities to balance soil movement across the site. By minimizing material import and export, our cut / fill plans support cost-efficient construction and reduced hauling impacts.
Our services may include:
- Earthwork quantity calculations and balance analysis
- Identification of cut and fill areas and limits of disturbance
- Coordination with drainage design and stormwater conveyance
Construction Clarity & Compliance
Clear grading documentation is essential for successful construction. Our cut / fill plans provide 2D and 3D visualizations of proposed grading to support contractor understanding and accurate field implementation. All grading designs are prepared in accordance with applicable local grading, drainage, and development standards.
Buildable Site Foundation
Whether supporting residential, commercial, or infrastructure projects, Legacy Engineering’s cut / fill plans establish a strong foundation for construction by delivering grading designs that are practical, balanced, and ready for the field.