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Hamilton County demonstrates Skyo X10 drone to speed stormwater inspections, reduce field risk
Summary
Planning and Development showed a new Skyo X10 drone (~$23,000 package) for stormwater outfall inspections, construction monitoring and mapping of decades-old storm sewers; staff said the drone will improve safety and data collection, but operator certification and staffing are current constraints.
Planning and Development staff demonstrated a newly acquired Skyo X10 drone and outlined immediate uses for Hamilton County's stormwater program.
Muhammad Islam, who presented the program, said the county purchased the drone in January 2026 and identified three initial applications: outfall/headwall inspections in steep or unsafe terrain, construction progress inspections, and accelerated mapping of roughly 200 miles of older storm sewers that lack complete records.
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