Aquaveo pioneered the conceptual model approach. Build a conceptual model in SMS by constructing a high level representation of the model using familiar GIS objects: points, arcs and polygons. Work with large, complex models in a simple and efficient manner by using the conceptual modeling approach and easily update or change the model as needed. SMS also has powerful tools to build meshes and grids.

SMS is the most advanced software system available for performing surface-water simulations in a three-dimensional environment. Interact with models in true 3D Optimized OpenGL graphics for improved hardware rendering Create photo-realistic renderings Generate animations for PowerPoint or web presentations Drape /images over the model and control the opacity Annotations – Add north arrows, scale bars, reference /images, company logos, and more

Models require data from many different sources. That's why SMS is built to easily import numerous file types: Raster /images including georeference and projection support Topographical maps & aerial photos Elevation & bathymetry data Web data services such as TerraServer ArcGIS geodatabases and shapefiles CAD files including .dwg, .dgn, and .dxf formats Worldwide projection support including Cartesian and Geographic Systems File Import wizard for delimited text files and spreadsheets

SMS interfaces with a wide range of numerical models for applications including: Riverine analysis Contaminant transport Sediment transport Particle tracking Rural & urban flooding Estuarine Coastal circulation Inlet & wave modeling

SMS is developed by Aquaveo, an engineering services company with many years of experience developing surface-water modeling solutions. Step-by-step tutorials and how-to videos Online community forum and product documentation Phone and email technical support Regularly scheduled training courses taught by expert modelers On-site training available Professional consulting services