The purpose of this manual is to guide TXDOT districts in geotechnical investigation and design for project development.
Journal Article Reviews
Drilled Shaft Industry Notes
In the May 2007 edition of Foundation Drilling Magazine, a publication of the Association of Drilled Shaft Contractors (ADSC), Silas Nichols, PE of the Federal Highway Administraton provided a summary of the FHWA’s role in providing guidance on drilled shaft design and construction over the years through research funding, publications and involvement in AASHTO and other agencies. Also in the article is an overview of upcoming updates to AASHTO codes, and FHWA publications. Read on for more details.
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CTL Thompson
Our geotechnical engineers, geologists and scientists are seasoned professionals with backgrounds in geotechnical, civil and structural engineering; industrial hygiene; biology and geology. With such diverse resources, CTL|Thompson has built time-tested trust with our technical excellence, […]
Failures
Leo Frigo Bridge in Green Bay, Wisconsin Pier Settles
Pier 22 of the Leo Frigo Bridge settled 22 to 27 inches last week causing a 400 foot long segment of the bridge to sag dramatically, forcing the closure of the bridge. There were no […]