maps export

[ChuckTurlington]

Hello,

Trying to export maps so they import into Civil 3D to the correct coordinate location.  A zoomed-out location map locates a mile or two south of the zoomed-in vicinity map, but with the same coordinates.  This was a simple process with ArcMap, but not so simple with ArcGIS Pro.  Can someone explain the best method for exporting my GIS map to fix this issue?

[ThomasHoman]

Esri and AutoDesk have become much more integrated/interoperable over the years so if you are running a current version of Civil 3D it is very easy to set a background map from an esri imagery source without going through the Pro export process.

Big thing to remember - you CAD dwg needs to have a Coordinate System assigned to properly register your data against GIS.

This link does a good walk through - https://thecadmasters.com/esri-arcgis-base-maps-in-civil-3d-2025/ 

[ChuckTurlington]

Thomas,

Thank you for your reply.  I find the methods for locating the project and applying a location are no better than those in ArcGIS Pro, which shift the image due to scale and image center.  Not sure why I would want to "move" an image that is coordinate correct using either tool.  However, the basic in-house MAP feature on the geolocation tab is good enough for now, though I think it could use better image quality.  If there is more explanation about a CAD map location or comments on the ArcGIS Pro maps, I am all ears.

Thanks again for your feedback. First chance, I will spend more time with it to better understand.

[Debert]

My understanding of setting up .DWGs is that first step is to set the correct CRS- so match the .DWG CRS to your Pro Map. Hope this helps!