Drain-IQ™

 

your farm’s drainage map, pre-built and ready to use

see every field’s flow, elevation, depressions, and contours in one simple online tool

The Smarter Way to Map Your Farm’s Elevation & Drainage

Starting at just $1/acre.

That’s not a typo. That’s the future.

How Drain‑IQ Works

1

Pay Once for Setup

We process your fields using our proprietary LiDAR and terrain modeling engine, then build your custom Drain‑IQ portal with every drainage layer ready to go.

2

Access Your Portal

You get a unique URL with all your fields, layers, and tools. Use it on any device—no software to install, no login needed. It’s fast, clean, and field‑ready.

3

Renew If You Want To

After your initial term (1–5 years), keep access for a small annual fee. No surprises. Just fast, always-on drainage mapping that keeps working.

Precision Mapping, Field‑Ready from Day One
Each Drain‑IQ field is expertly analyzed using advanced LiDAR and hydrological modeling—then optimized for instant access in your private web portal. Fast setup, no paper maps, no extra software.

Pricing & Sign-Up

Try the Drain-IQ Demos

Explore randomly selected fields from across the western Canada and the US mid-west and see the full power of Drain-IQ in action. Your own farm’s version will look exactly the same — but with your fields, your unique URL, and your own QR code for instant access.

Western Canada DemoUSA Mid-West Demo

What You Can Do with Drain-IQ on Your Farm

Spot Highs & Lows in a Glance

Instantly view LiDAR-powered elevation maps with smart contours and elevation pins

Trace Every Drain Path

Visualize where water naturally moves—and where to design your ditches or tile runs

Identify Ponding Risk Areas

See where the water will pond, even in a dry fall! Adjust thresholds and plan smarter tile or ditch placements

Target Wet Zones with Confidence

The wetness index layer identifies regions at risk of saturation, providing valuable insights for optimal tile placement

Create Drainage Designs and Export Overlays for Ditch Assist, SD Drain, Ditch Pro, and more

Pricing & Sign-Up

Use on Any Device, Online or Offline. Share your unique URL with whoever you need

Pricing & Sign-Up

Free Updates: If newer LiDAR becomes available in your area, we’ll rebuild your maps using the improved data—at no extra cost.

Pricing & Sign-Up

Quick Video Demos of Drain-IQ

Pick a Field

Toggle Layers

View Depressions & Ponding

Adjust Flow Intensity

Quickly Profile Drain Routes

Add Runs to Quick Designer

Build Field-Ready Drainage Plans

Drain-IQ Coverage Areas

Drain‑IQ covers all regions with public LiDAR data across Canada and the U.S. Whether you farm flat Red River Valley acres or rolling Iowa hills, if LiDAR exists—we can map it.

Use the following links to check latest coverage and confirm your area is covered before signing up.

Canada Coverage

We can now map your fields virtually anywhere in southern Manitoba, and have expanding coverage into regions of Saskatchewan and Alberta. New LiDAR is added regularly so if you aren’t covered today, you may be in the near future. To see detailed latest coverage, click the button below:

Canada Coverage Areas

United States Coverage

Almost all of the major US agricultural regions are now covered by LiDAR. Click on the button below to open the USGS LiDAR Viewer. Open the menu and check the box to ‘Show where LiDAR is available’ to see coverage and acquisition dates.

USA Coverage Areas

Simple Transparent Pricing

starting at $1/ac — pays for itself 10 to 40 times over

How Drain‑IQ Works

1

Pay Once for Setup

We process your fields using our proprietary LiDAR and terrain modeling engine, then build your custom Drain‑IQ portal with every drainage layer ready to go.

2

Access Your Portal

You get a unique URL with all your fields, layers, and tools. Use it on any device—no software to install, no login needed. It’s fast, clean, and field‑ready.

3

Renew If You Want To

After your initial term (1–5 years), keep access for a small annual fee. No surprises. Just fast, always-on drainage mapping that keeps working.

Built for whole-farm adoption
Drain-IQ is priced to make it easy for large operations to bring every field online—and fair for smaller farms too. Choose an initial commitment from 1–5 years; when your term ends, renew annually after initial term. If you already have field boundaries in Shapefile or KML, great—otherwise we can create them as a one-time service.

  • Large Farms (>1,000 total acres) get volume pricing across the entire operation.

  • Small Farms / Small Fields (≤1,000 total acres) get simple per-acre pricing with the same features.

No hidden fees. Your custom URL, hosting, and standard data exports are included in the per-acre price. All that’s required to get started are your field boundaries – if you don’t have any we can make them for you.

Estimate Your Price

Choose acres, fields, and an initial term (1–5 years). We detect your tier automatically. After your term, renew annually at the tier’s rate. If you don’t have Shapefile/KML boundaries, add the one-time boundary service.

Field boundaries
One-time: $25/field (<10), $20/field (10–20), $15/field (>20)
Drain-IQ Sign-Up Form
Please complete the form below to sign up for Drain-IQ. We’ll follow up by phone or email to confirm your details, gather your field boundaries (or field locations if we’ll be creating them), and provide your invoice along with payment instructions.
Name
Email
I have field boundaries
I have confirmed my fields have LiDAR coverage

Frequently Asked Questions

How accurate is the LiDAR used?
Very accurate—comparable to RTK in most cases. It's ideal for drainage planning and field analysis. We recommend using RTK for final verification and layout before any tile installation.
How do I get my field boundaries?
If you use a Farm Management Information System (FMIS) like John Deere Operations Center™, Trimble Ag™, Climate FieldView™, or Farmers Edge™, you can usually export your field boundaries. Your agronomist may also have them. If not, we can map your fields using your legal descriptions and acres—just note there's a small extra cost.
Can I use Drain-IQ in the field?
Yes! You can access your portal on any device with GPS and see your live location directly on the map, even in the cab.
What if there's no cell service in my fields?
Maps can be saved offline. Just open the field when you have internet, click "Save for Offline," and the layers will be cached for use in areas with no signal.
If new LiDAR becomes available, will my maps be updated?
Yes. If better LiDAR data is released for your area, we reprocess your maps at no extra cost.
LiDAR is free—why do I need to pay?
Raw LiDAR data is free, but it's extremely complex to work with. We process it into usable drainage layers, contours, flow paths, ponding zones, and a fully interactive field portal. This takes significant tech, expertise, and infrastructure—which is what you're paying for.
What if my area doesn’t have LiDAR?
Currently we rely on LiDAR. If you have detailed RTK elevation data, we may be able to use it—contact us for a custom quote.
Do I own my data?
Yes—you receive all core output layers (e.g., elevation, contours, flow) in downloadable formats. You can share them with contractors, agronomists, or regulators. We retain rights to our platform, tools, and proprietary data products like ponding and wetness zones.
What devices does it work on?
Any phone, tablet, or computer with a modern browser. That includes iPhone, Android, iPad, Windows, and Mac devices.
Is Drain-IQ an app?
It's a web app. You can install it to your home screen for a full-screen experience. On Android or Windows you'll see an install prompt; on iOS, use "Add to Home Screen."
What happens when my term ends?
You can choose to renew at a low annual rate to maintain access. If you don’t renew, your maps and portal will be removed.
Can I restart after my term expires?
No. If you don’t renew before expiry, your maps are deleted. Restarting later would require a full new setup.
Can I print or save paper maps?
Yes! You can export PDFs of any view and print them for records, meetings, or permitting purposes.
Can this help with permits or drainage licenses?
Yes in most cases. We can’t guarantee acceptance, but you’ll have elevation maps, flow paths, and detailed designs often sufficient for local authorities.
Can I share my portal with others?
Yes, your unique URL can be shared with consultants, contractors, agronomists, or anyone else you choose.
How recent is the LiDAR in my area?
Most data is from within the last 10 years. Use our coverage tools to check your fields and view acquisition dates. Where multiple datasets exist, we use the most recent.
How long does it take to process my fields?
Usually 2–3 business days. Larger farms or busy seasons may take slightly longer.
How do I sign up?
Complete the sign-up form on this page. We'll confirm your details, arrange payment, gather your field boundaries, and get your custom portal set up.
Is there a password or login for my portal?
Nope. Just a unique, private URL that’s only shared with you. Easy to bookmark or save, and not indexed by search engines.
Do I have to sign up my entire farm?
You can, and we recommend it for best pricing. But you’re welcome to start with just one or two fields—pricing may be higher under 1,000 acres.
Can I add more fields later?
Yes, anytime! Just contact us and we’ll add them to your portal.
Can I buy lifetime access?
We don’t offer lifetime plans, but you can choose up to a 5-year term with discounts—and renew annually after that.
My land’s changed a lot since LiDAR was flown—will it still help?
Usually yes. Unless you've reshaped the entire landscape, LiDAR will still reveal flow paths, grades, and low spots. It’s a great way to validate past work or plan future improvements.
Will this show me exactly where to put tile?
Drain-IQ highlights ponding zones, flow paths, low spots, and wetness—giving you the key inputs to design smarter tile layouts. Final install decisions should always include on-site conditions and RTK measurements.
Can I import this into my tile plow or GPS system?
You can export image overlays of the current map view in geo-jpg and geo-bmp formats. These are compatible with Ditch Assist, SD Drain, Ditch Pro, and others. You can overlay map data to guide installs or plan in your desktop software. You can also export individual profile lines as XYZ surveys for Ditch Assist that you can use to design drains using Slope-IQ without needing to physically survey the run, but use this with extreme caution - usually only for excavators.
Can I edit or draw on the maps?
Yes—you can use our built-in quick profiler tool to draw proposed drain paths (and see the profile), tile runs, and mark point elevations. These can be saved, exported, or printed for sharing.
Is this accepted by drainage regulators or governments?
While requirements vary, Drain‑IQ layers often exceed what’s requested—elevation, flow direction, proposed grades, and ponding analysis. Many users have used it successfully for permit applications or RM approvals.
What happens if I sell part of my farm?
We can transfer fields to the new owner if they subscribe to Drain‑IQ. Just contact us and we’ll help with the transition.
Can I use this for surface drainage or open ditch work?
Absolutely. Flow mapping and elevation profiles are perfect for open ditch planning, roadside runoff, and watercourse improvements.
Do you offer dealer pricing or partnerships?
Yes—we work with contractors, consultants, and retailers. If you’re interested in offering Drain‑IQ to your customers, reach out for a dealer or partner package.

“This is exactly what we’ve been looking for on our farm. It’s simple but powerful, and gives us everything we need to make our drainage effective. The overlays for Ditch Assist are fantastic!”

– Real feedback from an early adopter

Simple by Design. No software to install. No logins.

Open your custom Drain-IQ link on any device and start planning in seconds. It’s field-ready and always up to date.