Technical Learning Opportunities
This is part 2 of 3 in the Culvert Hydraulics Series. In this presentation, we will discuss various design criteria, define inlet and outlet controls, and prove an understanding of conventional culvert design procedures. The speaker will then introduce FHWA resources: hydraulic toolbox, HY-8 and offer...
This is part 3 of 3 in the Culvert Hydraulics Series. In this presentation, we will discuss principles of culvert inspections, inspection procedures and recognize criteria impacting decisions to rehab or replace, as well as common methods of culvert repair work. We will then take a look at some failure...
Owners, contractors, construction managers, and design consultants can all see significant cost increases from delayed project completion. In some cases, these costs are straight forward, easily recognized, and easily calculated; however, these costs can sometimes be complicated to determine. The objective...
The South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) allows the use of precast double-tee bridges in counties because they are economical and fast in construction. Alternative durable prefabricated bridge systems are needed to provide more options to local governments. The present study was carried...
Similar to the previous one, this presentation will also take a deeper dive into construction documentation, this time through an advanced look at the documentation necessary for a proper evaluation of delay and impact-related construction damages. The presentation will go into detail regarding what...
This presentation will build upon the previous one, with a more advanced focus on the documentation required for the proper evaluation of construction delays. The presentation will go into detail regarding what documents are necessary to show not only that a delay existed on the project, but what documentation...
Fiber-reinforced concrete (FRC) has been used for concrete pavement overlays for a few decades. It is well documented to improve performance over unreinforced plain concrete in the aspects related to crack initiation, and crack propagation. When selecting an appropriate fiber-reinforced concrete for...
A common complaint of many owners and their representatives is that contractors don’t prepare and submit timely schedules and schedule updates. There is no need for this to be a source of frustration. This course will focus on the specification language and project management tools needed to help fix...
New methods for improving Traffic Incident Management (TIM) programs aim to increase traveler and responder safety and improve trip reliability and commerce movement on all roadways. Over 6 million reportable crashes occur every year in the United States. Each crash places responders and motorists at...