Common Leveling Mistakes and Errors

A survey team is tasked with determining the elevation difference between points Point A and Point B, separated by uneven terrain. They use a leveling instrument and a leveling rod.

Common Mistakes

Leveling mistakes can occur when the line-of-sight of the telescope is partially obstructed, leading to incorrect level rod readings.

Mistakes also happen when the surveyor, after relocating the level, takes a reading to the lev...