Which term denotes a top-down representation detailing the location and elevation of features such as vegetation and fences?

• A. Plan
• B. Plan and Profile
• C. Planimetry
• D. Pitch

Answer: (C)

Planimetry is the term used for the top-down depiction of features that shows where things sit on the ground in plan view, with their horizontal locations and often annotated elevations. It focuses on the layout from above and can include elevation information for features like vegetation and fences through spot elevations or contour data attached to the plan. A plain plan is just the overhead layout without systematically conveying vertical positions. A plan and profile combines a plan with a vertical cross-section to show elevations along a line, which goes beyond a simple top-down representation. Pitch refers to slope angle, not a drawing type. So planimetry best fits a top-down representation that includes location and elevation details.