Leveling Staff
A leveling staff, also known as a leveling rod or survey rod, is a surveying tool used to measure vertical distances and elevations.
About leveling staff:
- What it is: A leveling staff is a graduated rod that’s held vertically at a measurement point. The base of the staff is the zero reading.
- What it’s used for: Leveling staffs are used in construction, engineering, and land surveying projects. They’re used to determine the difference in height between points or the height of points above a vertical datum.
- What it’s made of: Leveling staffs are typically made of lightweight, durable materials like aluminum or fiberglass.
- How it’s used: When viewed through a leveling instrument, the graduations on the staff indicate the height of the instrument’s line of sight above the ground.
- Types of leveling staffs: There are different types of leveling staffs, including telescopic staffs, which are adjustable in height and can be extended or retracted.