Generate finalized USACE reports, PDFs, File Geodatabase, CSVs, Shapefiles, and GeoJSONs in Ecobot Manager.
On your survey page, scroll down to the "Downloads" section on the column on the right.
Select the file type you would like to generate. The file will immediately download to your computer.
- You can also use Ecobot's ArcGIS Online integration to seamlessly push shapefiles to your team's Esri account. Learn how to sync your ArcGIS Online account here.
- Survey files cannot be downloaded in Ecobot Collector
File Types Available for Export
Ecobot supports multiple export formats so you can deliver regulatory-ready reports, perform advanced spatial analysis, and integrate your data with other tools. This guide explains each file type, when to use it, and how to troubleshoot download issues.
Survey PDF
Generate a clean, standardized PDF of your survey data.
Available formats include:
- Wetlands – Government-regulated format
- OHWM (Ordinary High Water Mark) – Government-regulated format
- Universal Stream Assessment – Generic, non-regulated format
PDF exports are ideal for submissions, client deliverables, and quick review or printing.
PDF bookmarks also available once you download your PDF for easy navigation during QA and we automatically remove the second vegetation page on the 2024 forms if you do not have any extra vegetation.
Survey CSV
A simple, text-based file that organizes project and survey data in a tabular format. CSV files open easily in Google Sheets, Excel, and most data-processing applications.
What you can view in this CSV:
- Point latitude/longitude
- All data collected in the survey
- GNSS metadata and accuracy details
*Tip:CSV is the best format for reviewing GNSS accuracy data for survey points.
Survey Species List (CSV)
This export provides a detailed list of vegetation species recorded in your survey.
Includes:
- Scientific names
- Percent coverage
- Dominance by point
- Additional vegetation attributes as collected in the field
Use this CSV for QA/QC, ecological reporting, or downstream vegetation analysis.
File Geodatabase
Export an Esri-compatible File Geodatabase (GDB) to preserve your full spatial dataset in a single, organized export.
Why this format is preferred:
Maintains all spatial relationships, domains, and attributes Supports advanced GIS analysis Efficient for managing large or complex datasets Ideal for long-term archiving, environmental review, and engineering workflows
Choose GDB if you plan to use ArcGIS Pro or Enterprise, perform spatial joins, or integrate with enterprise GIS systems.
Shapefile
A widely supported geospatial vector format for storing points, lines, and polygons with attribute tables.
Shapefiles are compatible with nearly all GIS platforms, though they have some size and character limitations. For more robust data management, choose File Geodatabase instead.
GeoJSON
A lightweight, web-friendly geospatial format commonly used in:
- Web applications
- Data viewers
- Cloud-hosted GIS tools
Ideal when you need a portable format for map previews or custom web integrations.
Troubleshooting: File Won’t Download
If your file doesn’t download automatically, your browser may be blocking pop-ups from Ecobot. Allow pop-ups using the steps below, then refresh the page and try again.
Google Chrome
- Click the lock icon next to the URL.
- Select Site settings.
- Under Pop-ups and redirects, choose Allow.
- Refresh the page and retry the download.
Microsoft Edge
- Click the lock icon next to the URL.
- Select Permissions for this site.
- Find Pop-ups and redirects and select Allow.
- Refresh and try again.
Safari (Mac)
- Go to Safari > Settings for This Website.
- Next to Pop-up Windows, choose Allow.
- Refresh and retry.