Spatial Net, Inc. is a Huntsville-based GIS consulting firm specializing in accurate and cost-effective Geographic Information Systems for cities, counties, utilities and communities. Our mission is to produce and implement exceptional turnkey location management solutions that will heighten our customers’ abilities to carry out accurate, cost-efficient and effective day-to-day operations. Our vision is to expand spatial dimension capabilities that improve organizational performance through sound decision making based on geographic science and technology. For many years, Spatial Net has provided spatial services to client groups and individual entities, and we are pleased to make those services available to the public through web-based GIS applications. It is exciting for us to offer our skills and developments to a broader audience for greater application in daily life.
 






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Corporate Headquarter
Spatial Net, Inc.
7800 Madison Blvd, Suite 205
Huntsville, AL 35806, U.S.A.
Tel: 256 428 1800
Fax: 256 882 0458
E-Mail:spatialnet@knology.net

  • Aerial Photogrammetry


    • An accurate base map is crucial for the development of any GIS. Spatial Net uses a digital ortho-photogrametric base map which meets ASPRS Postional Accuracy Mapping Standards for 3-inch/6-inch ground resolution. Because data integrity is essential, we ensure that everything is topologically correct form the start. Spatial Net delivers both high-resolution ortho-imagery maps and accurate 45 degree oblique images.

    Our maps typically contain common planimetrics including road centerlines, edge of pavement, building outlines and basic hydrology. This facilitates group development and data sharing across a common system. Through a coordinated GIS Infrastructure, participating entities can share the advantages of better informed decision-making, faster response times, reduced field work, effective data management and, most importantly cost sharing.



  • LiDAR Topography

  • Our ALIS-560 is one of the most advanced and accurate LiDAR systems available, which has a laser pulse rate of up to 200 HZ with an effective measurement rate of 133,000 measurements per second at a 60 degree scan angle.

  • The position and attitude component of the system uses a dual frequency, code, and phase 24 channel NovAtel OEMV GPS receiver. This receiver tracks and records raw satellite data for all in-view satellites and provides the position and navigation solution for real-time navigation of the data collection regimen. The GPS data is logged at a 0.5 Hz data rate and the GPS 1 PPS time synchronization pulse is used as the time base for coordinating all of the other sensor's data streams.


  • Contour Mapping

  • The aircraft attitude (roll, pitch and yaw) is determined using the recorded accelerations and velocities from a tactical-grade inertial measuring unit (IMU).

  • It has done a high resolution project in Alabama that supports 1' contours for civil engineering and was acquired at 8-10 points per square meter. The efficiency of our system allows us to reduce costs and we pass the reduction on to our customers.

  • Spatial Net, Inc. (SNI) is a Huntsville, Alabama based Geographic Information System (GIS) consulting firm specializing in accurate and cost effective GIS applications for cities, counties, utilities and communities. Our mission is to produce and implement exceptional turnkey location management solutions that will heighten our customer's ability to carry out accurate, cost-efficient, and effective day-to-day operations.

  • An accurate base map is crucial for the development of any GIS; we use a digital ortho-photogrammetric foundation to deliver high resolution pictures and precise topography. Our maps contain typical planimetrics including road centerlines, edges of pavement, building outlines, tree coverage and basic hydrology.

  • One of SNI's most progressive developments is our Tax WebGIS. By observing the needs of our clients and the public we have created a streamlined approach to GIS for revenue entities.

  • Tax WebGIS

  • Tax WebGIS is a dynamic and efficient combination of GIS mapping and local property information. Users can access a database of property records of 24 hours a day and view the precise location and surroundings of any property in a matter of minutes.

  • Everyone from prospective home buyers to an auditor's office to a company looking for a potential building site can benefit from Tax WebGIS. SNI makes viewing and navigating the map easy and understanadble for any type of user with our directional tools, help tips, and user-based customization.


  • Tax WebGIS is completely customizable. Parcels, streets and ortho-images are the basic layers, and features may be added as desired or as available. Also, the application can be fully accessible to the public or password protected. SNI will work with you to determine the best solution to fit your needs.

  • Another highly attractive feature of our Tax WebGIS is the cost: the maximum web hosting fee is $500 per month, and we assist with data maintenance and help ensure that you keep the online information updated.


  • Spatial Net provides a turnkey operation offering various geography based services. One of those valuable services is the Emergency 9-1-1 (E911) system. The E911 system allows emergency management professionals to quickly and precisely determine the exact location of a critical situation.

  • Because fifty percent of calls made to 9-1-1 centers are initiated from cellular phones, SNI provides an innovative system that integrates with Phase II technology that, within seconds, can identify the precise locaiton of a mobile caller. This system allows the emergency dispatcher to contact appropriate response teams in a timely manner, without having to rely on outside entity information and resources in dire situations.

  • Emergency 911

  • Our system operates by grabbing latitude and longitude information from the caller's phone and projecting the cooridnates onto an extremeley accurate and interactive map. Whether the call is made from inside a building, in the middle of a lake, or deep in the woods, our system pinpoints the caller's actual location, within inches.

  • Valuable ALI data is quickly displayed on a customizable interactive map. This map is based on high resolution digital-ortho images that produce detailed building outlines, water masses, tree coverage, roads, and more. Additional map layers include, but are not limited to: parcel data, addressing, EMS districts, local landmarks, and highway mile markers.

  • SNI strives to create synergy between emergency management teams by faclicitating data-sharing techniques and applications. In doing this, the level of public service and community responsiveness is advanced to the highest degree. Our first priority is making sure that caller emergency information is readily accessible by all parties. This includes providing in-vehicle E911 GIS tools to first responders which allow them to quickly and easily address each dilemma with accurate and detailed information.

  • An accurate base map is crucial for the development of utility FM/AM; we use a digital ortho-photogrammetric foundation to deliver high resolution pictures and precise topography. Our base maps contain typical planimetrics including road centerlines, edges of pavement, building outlines, tree coverage and basic hydrology.

  • Each entity in one of our utility GIS user groups begins with a basic system and adds their utility specific data to customize their map. The adoption of a standard base map facilitates group development and data sharing across a common system. Through a coordinated GIS, participating entities can share the advantages of accurately-informed decisions, faster response times, reduced field work, effective utility data management and, most importantly, cost sharing.

  • Water & Sewer System

  • Accurate mapping of your water / sewer system is an important investment that saves time and money through precision, efficiency and preparedness.

  • Many people involved with water / sewer operations are aware that the most intricate knowledge of the system is often only inside long-time enployees' heads. These are invaluable members of the staff but this is a risky and haphazard state of affairs for the organization. A precise map of all elements backed up by detailed databases provides an accurate view of the entire system for anyone who needs to see it at any time.

  • As communities change and water / sewer systems age, updates and expansions become necessary. Hiring outside engineering firms to plan modifications to systems they have no experience with is inefficient and the final outcome may not be exactly what is needed and desired. An up-to-date map of the system allows the people who are most familiar with the system, those who work with it daily, to visualize the situation and plan for the future, thus saving money and ensuring the best possible outcome.

  • Natural disasters or other large disruptions can do severe damage to water / sewer systems and have the people responsible for operating them scrambling to adjust and repair. Accurate mapping is absolutely invaluable in these situations to quickly locate system failures and plan for restoration.

  • An accurate base map is crucial for the development of utility FM/AM; we use a digital ortho-photogrammetric foundation to deliver high resolution pictures and precise topography. Our base maps contain typical planimetrics including road centerlines, edges of pavement, building outlines, tree coverage and basic hydrology.

  • Each entity in one of our GIS user groups begins with a basic system and adds their utility specific data to customize their map. The adoption of a standard base map facilitates group development and data sharing across a common system. Through a coordinated GIS, participating entities can share the advantages of accurately-informed decisions, faster response times, reduced field work, effective utility data management and, most importantly, cost sharing.

  • Gas Utilities System

  • Accurate mapping of your gas utilities system is an important investment that saves time and money through precision, efficiency and preparedness.

  • Many people involved with gas utilities operations are aware that the most intricate knowledge of the system is often only inside long-time enployees' heads. These are invaluable members of the staff but this is a risky and haphazard state of affairs for the organization. A precise map of all elements backed up by detailed databases provides an accurate view of the entire system for anyone who needs to see it at any time.

  • As communities change and gas utilities systems age, updates and expansions become necessary. Hiring outside engineering firms to plan modifications to systems they have no experience with is inefficient and the final outcome may not be exactly what is needed and desired. An up-to-date map of the system allows the people who are most familiar with the system, those who work with it daily, to visualize the situation and plan for the future, thus saving money and ensuring the best possible outcome.

  • Natural disasters or other large disruptions can do severe damage to gas utilities systems and have the people responsible for operating them scrambling to adjust and repair. Accurate mapping is absolutely invaluable in these situations to quickly locate system failures and plan for restoration.

  • An accurate base map is crucial for the development of utility FM/AM; we use a digital ortho-photogrammetric foundation to deliver high resolution pictures and precise topography. Our base maps contain typical planimetrics including road centerlines, edges of pavement, building outlines, tree coverage and basic hydrology.

  • Each entity in one of our utility GIS user groups begins with a basic system and adds their specific utility data to customize their map. The adoption of a standard base map facilitates group development and data sharing across a common system. Through a coordinated GIS, participating entities can share the advantages of accurately-informed decisions, faster response times, reduced field work, effective utility data management and, most importantly, cost sharing.

  • Electric Utilities GIS

  • Accurate mapping of your electric system is an important investment that saves time and money through precision, efficiency and preparedness.

  • Many people involved with electric operations are aware that the most intricate knowledge of the system is often only inside long-time enployees' heads. These are invaluable members of the staff but this is a risky and haphazard state of affairs for the organization. A precise map of all elements backed up by detailed databases provides an accurate view of the entire system for anyone who needs to see it at any time.

  • As communities change and electric systems age, updates and expansions become necessary. Hiring outside engineering firms to plan modifications to systems they have no experience with is inefficient and the final outcome may not be exactly what is needed and desired. An up-to-date map of the system allows the people who are most familiar with the system, those who work with it daily, to visualize the situation and plan for the future, thus saving money and ensuring the best possible outcome.

  • Natural disasters or other large disruptions can do severe damage to electric systems and have the people responsible for operating them scrambling to adjust and repair. Accurate mapping is absolutely invaluable in these situations to quickly locate system failures and plan for restoration.

  • LiDAR System Description

  • Our ALIS-560 is one of the most advanced and accurate LiDAR systems available, which has a laser pulse rate of up to 200 HZ with an effective measurement rate of 133,000 measurements per second at a 60 degree scan angle.

  • The position and attitude component of the system uses a dual frequency, code, and phase 24 channel NovAtel OEMV GPS receiver. This receiver tracks and records raw satellite data for all in-view satellites and provides the position and navigation solution for real-time navigation of the data collection regimen. The GPS data is logged at a 0.5 Hz data rate and the GPS 1 PPS time synchronization pulse is used as the time base for coordinating all of the other sensor's data streams.

  • The aircraft attitude (roll, pitch and yaw) is determined using the recorded accelerations and velocities from a tactical-grade inertial measuring unit (IMU).

  • It has done a high resolution project in Alabama that supports 1' contours and was acquired at 8-10 points per square meter. The efficiency of our system allows us to reduce costs and we pass the reduction on to our customers.


  • Our Dedication to You

  • We take great care and pride ensuring that our users are able to clearly understand and take away valuable data provided by our GIS products and services. We understand that a Geographic Information System is a dynamic and valuable investment. Thus, we provide training and support that is designed around you and your long-term GIS needs and goals. Training is completed by a Spatial Net GIS specialist at your convenience in the following areas:
  • - Location Identification
  • - Routing Analysis
  • - Mapping Data Updates
  • - Addressing and Data Management

  • With our system...

  • - Easy GIS based-making route planning for school transportation
  • - Analyze population and demographics of school districts to assess possible zoning modifications
  • - Real time bus location and speed monitoring
  • - Know exactly which bus each child boards through biometric registration
  • - Protect children from risk associated with extended amounts of time alone at bus stops
  • - Secure internet login for each family to track buses and perform searches
  • - No more guessing when bus will arrive at each stop


  • Schoolbus Tracking Technicalities

  • - Buses are tracked through radio-based transmissions and are also equipped with a biometric detector
  • - Real time location and speed reporting for each bus with a refresh rate of three to five seconds
  • - Available through web-based application on both computers and mobile devices


  • The Tracking Process

  • Parents can monitor the exact location of the bus to decide when to send or drive their child to the bus stop, when to pick them up, when to expect them home, or when to expect them at a friend's house if they take a different bus.

  • SMS alerts will be sent to parents/guardians informing them that their child has boarded the bus at pickup, as well as arrival at/departure from school timings.

  • The GIS-Routing System

  • - Easily manage bus routes, students and drivers
  • - Analyze bus routes and pickup sites, and quickly adjust go changes, improving service and operating costs