The City of Baie-Comeau, located on Quebec's Côte-Nord, is the seat of the Manicouagan Regional County Municipality. Covering an area of 334.83 km², it had a population of 20,687 according to the 2021 census.
The city is traversed by a 260 km road network, essential for urban mobility and local economic development.
In 2023, Baie-Comeau took a major step by partnering with Jakarto to create a digital twin of its territory, accompanied by a series of municipal asset inventories.
This initiative aims to equip the city's various departments with precise and modern tools for efficient infrastructure management.
🏙️ A Digital Twin for Proactive Management
In 2023, Jakarto conducted a comprehensive digitization of Baie-Comeau's territory, using advanced technologies such as LiDAR and 360° imaging. This process resulted in a detailed 3D model of the city, providing municipal services with an interactive platform to:
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Visualize and analyze existing infrastructures;City Population+11Jumeau Numérique+11README | Vue d'ensemble de la plateforme+11
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Effectively plan interventions and future projects;PitchBook
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Improve municipal asset management;Jumeau Numérique+12PitchBook+12Jumeau Numérique+12
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Facilitate strategic decision-making.PitchBook+8Jumeau Numérique+8Jumeau Numérique+8
The update planned for 2025 will detect changes since the initial capture, offering an evolving view of the territory and its infrastructures.
📊 Asset Inventories for Optimized Maintenance
As part of this project, several detailed inventories were conducted:
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Road Signage: Identification and classification of signs to ensure compliance with current standards and plan their maintenance or replacement.
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Pavement Markings: Assessment of the condition of markings to guarantee user safety and schedule refreshing operations.
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Manholes and Catch Basins: Precise location and inspection of these elements to ensure effective drainage and prevent issues related to stormwater.
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Water Valves: Inventory of locations and conditions of valves for efficient management of the potable water network and rapid intervention when needed.
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Pavement Condition Assessment: Analysis of road surface conditions to plan repair work and ensure safe traffic flow.
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Intersection Infrastructures: Detailed study of equipment at intersections to optimize safety and traffic flow.
These inventories provide a comprehensive database that facilitates maintenance planning, resource allocation, and continuous improvement of urban infrastructures.
🌐 The Jakarto Platform: A Powerful Tool for Baie-Comeau
Through the Jakarto platform, Baie-Comeau's municipal teams can:
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Explore the territory in 3D via a user-friendly interface;
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Perform advanced spatial analyses (measuring distances, areas, volumes);
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Download and integrate data into their geographic information systems (GIS);
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Compare data over time to monitor infrastructure evolution.
This cloud-based solution ensures real-time access to updated information, enhancing the responsiveness and efficiency of municipal services.
🚀 An Ongoing Commitment to Innovation
By renewing the territory capture in 2025, Baie-Comeau demonstrates its commitment to monitoring infrastructure evolution and adapting to the changing needs of the community. This proactive approach ensures sustainable and efficient management of municipal assets while providing citizens with high-quality services.
🌍 To learn more about our digital solutions: www.jakarto.com
This collaboration between Baie-Comeau and Jakarto illustrates a modern and effective approach to municipal management, leveraging technology for urban development and collective well-being.
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