GIS mapping services helps rural communities affordably map their water and wastewater systems.

GIS Mapping

GIS Mapping example

A geographic information system (GIS) is a system for capturing, storing, checking, and displaying data related to positions on Earth’s surface. GIS can show many different kinds of data on one map.  At Communities Unlimited we use the technology primarily to map water and wastewater systems, although there are multiple applicable uses for rural communities. Our GIS team is part of our Environmental Systems department and often works in conjunction with our Technical Assistance Providers, Management Consultants and Regionalization experts to meet the needs of communities.

Why should I map my system?

GIS (Geographic Information Systems) have many uses in rural communities:

  • You will know where all infrastructure components are located and be able to find them quickly
  • You can easily share information with new staff or city officials
  • It can be used as part of your emergency response plan
  • You will be able to query assets that need to be replaced or repaired along with a cost value to plan for your next budget year
  • Easily provide the Fire Chief or other city official with an up-to-date map of all hydrants or other infrastructure components

It's all in the data

How Can I Use My Data?

  • You can print maps on water-resistant paper
  • Access maps via GPS handheld units or a smartphone/tablet
  • You can run ArcGPS Desktop software locally or, using ArcGIS online portal which works with the GIS Collector App (Collects data via smartphone or tablet with cellular data service)
  • You can use the ArcGIS online portal to keep maps up-to-date whether the change in data is a small or large one
  • Provide backup of data in case of computer failure

What Happens To The Data?

You own your data and can transfer it to any partner such as an engineer at anytime.

We can provide secure cloud-based backup of your data capable of restoring it, should it need to be, within 1 business day.

Your data is secure and available only to your designated users.

Get Started

GIS Mapping is turnkey.  We will collect the data and turn it over to you ready to go, in electronic form or create the map for print.

We also provide on-site training.  We will train your staff to collect data; update the map and use the technology of your choice including smartphones, tablets, hand-held GPS devices, computer software and more.

GIS Coordinator

Don Becker
Trent Neathery
GIS Project Manager

Trent Neathery
Alex Webb
GIS Specialist

Alex Webb
Harrison Brown
GIS Specialist

Harrison Brown

GIS Coordinator

Don Becker

Donald (Don) R Becker is a Geographic Information System (GIS) Coordinator based in Fayetteville, Arkansas. He joined Communities Unlimited (CU) in April 2020. He supervises two GIS Technicians and assists with the implementation, collection, validation, training, presenting, and publishing of GIS data for Communities Unlimited communities. Don assists communities with needs in water and wastewater, economic development, disaster response, disaster recovery, data analysis, data reporting, and general cartography.

Donald has 20 years of experience in GIS mapping. He has collected data and created maps for the US Census Bureau, voter registration, county road inventory management, and road maintenance documentation. He has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Humanities with an emphasis in Anthropology from Stephen F. Austin State University in Texas.

Phone:479.305.7444

Trent Neathery

GIS Project Manager

Trent Neathery

Trent Neathery joined Communities Unlimited in May 2020 as a GIS Specialist as part of the GIS Mapping program. Trent works in rural communities collecting map points and creating maps and presentations for community water and wastewater systems. He also provides environmental and GIS solutions and technical training for rural communities. He previously worked in Customer Experience positions with J.B. Hunt Transport in Lowell, Arkansas. Trent has a Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture – Environmental, Soil and Water Science from the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville.

Phone:479.305.7440

Alex Webb

GIS Specialist

Alex Webb

Alexander Webb started Communities Unlimited (CU) as a GIS Technician in March 2023. He develops a wide array of computerized maps to assist with water and wastewater issues for our customers. Before coming to CU, Alexander worked as a Security Department Manager for the US Army. Alexander has a Bachelor of Arts in Geography/Cartography/Remote Sensing from the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville. Alexander works in the Fayetteville office.

Phone:251.645.5117

Harrison Brown

GIS Specialist

Harrison Brown

Harrison Brown started CU in March 2023 as a GIS Technician. He works with communities to assist them with their mapping needs. Before coming to CU, Harrison is working on his Bachelor’s in Geology at Northwest Arkansas Community College. Harrison works in the Fayetteville office. 

Phone:479.684.1540

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