We have several projects with county clients where they request files in AutoCAD format. This also happens with utilities and other municipalities as well. This didnt used to be a big problem; we would just use the Batch Converter and send the files over.
Ever since we have switched to designing using the OpenRoads Civil Tools, this conversion process has been a nightmare. Converting lines that are intervals results in both the interval and full length line, among other issues. We basically have to create a separate file of our design using the old "dumb" line types and then use that file to convert to AutoCAD. This is very time consuming, especially when it needs to be done at multiple times throughout the design process.
Has anyone come up with a solution for this issue?
Thanks
Did you ever find a solution to this?
Nope, no responses.
Zachary Billings, P.E.
Senior Roadway Engineer (Licensed in FL and MI)
CONSOR Engineers, LLC
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I've found that if you fence copy contents tool, it will dumb the smart lines while keeping the trims so you can convert the file from there.