By Dave Simeone, Civil Product Manager, Autodesk

As I was on sabbatical this summer, the development team has been working hard to finalize AutoCAD Civil 3D 2016 Service Pack 1 (SP1) and the AutoCAD Civil 3D 2016 Productivity Pack 1. Both updates are now available in all languages supported by AutoCAD Civil 3D 2016. These releases bring a range of improvements aimed at enhancing productivity, interoperability, and overall user experience.

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Autodesk AutoCAD Civil 3D 2016 offers civil engineering design and documentation software that supports Building Information Modeling (BIM) workflows. Image courtesy of Autodesk.

Key Improvements in AutoCAD Civil 3D 2016 SP1

While there are many updates included in SP1, one of the most significant focuses has been on improving interoperability between Autodesk and Bentley civil engineering tools. This is especially important for users who work with both platforms, as it ensures smoother collaboration and data exchange.

Enhanced .DGN Interoperability and Visual Fidelity

Over the past five years, Autodesk and Bentley have worked together to improve the translation of drawings between .DWG and .DGN formats. With SP1, we’ve introduced several subtle but impactful enhancements to ensure that drawings exported from AutoCAD Civil 3D look and behave exactly like those created in MicroStation.

We’ve made key improvements to how linetypes are displayed, especially for complex patterns used in road design and other civil projects:

  • Support for fixed-length linetypes, such as those used for road striping, where line and gap lengths match actual design measurements.
  • 3D polylines can now display complex linetypes—previously, they only showed continuous lines.
  • Improved export settings when converting to .DGN format, ensuring better visual consistency when opened in MicroStation.

These changes are particularly useful in regions like Ohio, where the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) now accepts AutoCAD Civil 3D deliverables. To support this, we developed a State Kit tailored to ODOT standards, making it easier for users to comply with local requirements.

Productivity Pack 1 Highlights

Project Data Sharing and Access

The second major focus of the 2016 Productivity Pack 1 is improving access to project data across different platforms. The Autodesk Civil Engineering Data Translator is a cloud-based service that allows users to convert files between Autodesk and Bentley software, making collaboration more seamless.

  • Export Civil 3D model objects into corresponding Bentley GEOPAK and InRoads data files.
  • Import Bentley GEOPAK and InRoads data directly into AutoCAD Civil 3D model objects.

This tool has been well-received since its release last fall, and we continue to refine it based on customer feedback.

New Modules for AutoCAD Civil 3D Subscribers

Three powerful modules—Autodesk River and Flood Analysis Module, Autodesk Bridge Module, and Autodesk Geotechnical Module—are now available to all AutoCAD Civil 3D subscribers. Previously, these were only available with the Infrastructure Design Suite. These modules help engineers work more efficiently within a single model, supporting connected workflows across disciplines.

Next Steps

  1. Listen to my podcast to learn more about the key features in SP1 and the Productivity Pack.
  2. Download and install AutoCAD Civil 3D 2016 Service Pack 1 from the Autodesk Knowledge Network. It includes not only .DGN improvements but also general performance and usability enhancements.
  3. Get the AutoCAD Civil 3D 2016 Productivity Pack 1 from your Autodesk Account. This update is available for active subscribers of AutoCAD Civil 3D, Infrastructure Design Suite Premium, or Ultimate.

These updates are designed to make your workflow faster, more accurate, and more collaborative. Don’t miss out on the benefits of SP1 and the Productivity Pack—update today and take full advantage of what AutoCAD Civil 3D has to offer!

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