DSATS 360

 

Periodically, DSATS collects imagery from public streets to be used for Google Street View throughout the metropolitan area and DeKalb County. While Google does a fantastic job in providing imagery, scheduled updates and the scale of roadways photographed are often unpredictable. Outside of roadways that have never been captured, many are simply outdated.

Using innovative 8K 360-degree camera technology developed by Insta360, staff are now able to collect up-to-date imagery throughout the region. Insta360’s processing software seamlessly uploads captured data to Google for inclusion in the Street View option on Google Maps.

Having updated street views is huge benefit for everyone, from government entities and developers to the general public. Direct benefits for transportation include:

• Supporting existing conditions inventories;
• Identification of active transportation infrastructure gaps and potential safety issues;
• Enhance the region’s prioritization criteria for infrastructure investments;
• Provide public transportation operators suitable infrastructure visualizations for service planning;
• Provide data to local agencies to enhance infrastructure maintenance efforts; and
• Support economic development by providing up-to-date listings and wayfinding resources.

In addition to regularly scheduled updates, access to this equipment allows DSATS to update images as major road construction and other development occurs.

Google has a procedure to blur images on Google Street View. It may be viewed here: Blur Street View Imagery Link

Any questions regarding the program should be directed to DSATS at (815) 756-9513 or at dsats@dekalbcounty.org.