Our Central Oregon Story
Nearly a century of shaping the landscape of Central Oregon.
Our Legacy
Founded in 1927 by E.G. Mansfield, Povey & Associates Land Surveyors has played a vital role in shaping Central Oregon. Mr. Mansfield managed the Central Oregon Irrigation District for 30 years and served as a Union Oil Representative. His deep commitment to the region laid the foundation for a company that has endured and thrived.
When Bend was transforming from a frontier town to a lumber boomtown, our surveyors were there — helping establish property lines for new neighborhoods and businesses as the Brooks-Scanlon and Shevlin-Hixon mills shaped the economy.
Povey & Associates is the only local surveying firm to have survived the 1980s recession — a testament to the quality and trust our clients place in us.
Our Timeline
Key milestones in our century of service
Founded
E.G. Mansfield establishes the firm, laying the foundation for a century of surveying in Central Oregon.
Povey Family Takes Ownership
The Povey family acquires the firm, beginning a multi-generational commitment to Central Oregon surveying.
Bill Bahrke Joins
Registered Professional Land Surveyor Bill Bahrke joins the team, bringing decades of expert technical knowledge.
Surviving the Recession
Povey & Associates becomes the only local surveying firm to withstand the economic downturn — built on client trust and quality work.
Third Generation
Paul Povey joins the firm, representing the third generation of family leadership and continuing the legacy.
Drone Services Launch
The firm expands into aerial surveying with FAA-certified drone operations and advanced mapping technology.
Expanded UAV Operations
Thomas McNeight joins as Head of UAV Operations, bringing specialized remote sensing and GIS expertise.
100+ Years of Service
From Trimble R10 GPS to WingtraOne drones, Povey & Associates combines a century of experience with cutting-edge technology.
Technology Meets Tradition
Our tools have evolved from chains and transits to sub-centimeter GPS, robotic total stations, and mapping drones that can survey hundreds of acres in a single flight. The technology is new. The standard is the same one we have held since 1927.
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