Conferences
Seattle Area Project News
When I arrived in Seattle for the ER2010 conference, I was thinking about the kinds of stories I post on the site. I think I probably post more about Seattle area projects than any other […]
Articles by rockman
Rockman's Ramblings
Geotechs rejoice, It’s “Dirt! The Movie”
Dirt! The Movie is more about soil conservation and its role in the environment, but hey, it’s still pretty cool. I wouldn’t expect to see it at the megaplex though. And what gives with their […]
Geologic Hazards
China Flooding and Landslides – Three Gorges Dam Being Tested
China has been getting pounded recently by heavy rains and flooding. Here are a few stories I’ve come across in this department. Three Gorges Dam flooding turns deadly; dozens missing in China – Source: CSMonitor.com […]
Weekend CUP
Weekend CUP August 3, 2010 – Vacation Edition
Here are some interesting stories that have been piling up since I got back from vacation last week. Read carefully, there are some gems in here.
- Abolish Geology? – Source: Ed Medley
- Seattle developer wants to investigate possible use of geotextile bags to construct artificial reef to prevent flooding of proposed development – Source: The Daily World via Geosynthetica.net News
- New York City Marks Final Stage of Mining to Extend No. 7 Line – Source: WSJ.com via AGC SmartBrief
- Scientists to create the most detailed map of California coastline ever assembled – Source: San Jose Mercury News via ASCE SmartBrief
- Firefighting likely caused Oregon landslide – Source: Daily Journal of Commerce
- Mitigation of SR87 landslide continues – Source: Arizona Geology Blog
- Work starts on first tunnel for new south approach for Golden Gate Bridge – Source: ContraCostaTimes.com via ASCE SmartBrief
- TenCate Doubles Its Profit in the First Half of 2010
- India’s $100 billion (US$) highway investment – Source: Geosynthetics Magazine
- Traffic Cameras for Roadway Monitoring and Management – Source: EarthCam.net via Roads and Bridges Magazine
Cool hardware and software system for monitoring of roadway and other construction projects.
And about 20 more! Click through for the rest.
Conferences
Theme from ER2010 Day 1 – Advancements in Earth Retention and Future Trends
This first day of ER2010 was full of some excellent technical sessions. As you might expect from a conference that occurs once every 20 years, there is a strong theme of looking back at what […]
Press Releases
Nicholson Completes Howard Hanson Grout Curtain Project
PITTSBURGH, PA – July 30, 2010 – In early 2010, Nicholson Construction Company finished the construction of a double-line grout curtain at the Howard A. Hanson Dam in western Washington State. This high profile project was completed under a very strict schedule and heavy public scrutiny.
Howard A. Hanson Dam, built in 1962, is an earth embankment dam. The dam embankment is 235 feet high and 675 feet long. The composition of the right abutment foundation is partially bedrock and unconsolidated alluvial and landslide material. The right abutment has leaked since the dam became operational. A leak in January 2009 filled the reservoir higher than ever, prompting the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) to reclassify Hanson Dam as “unsafe” with an “urgent and compelling” need for immediate action.
[Editor] Click through for the rest of this press release from GeoPrac.net Premier Sponsor Nicholson Construction Company [/Editor]
Available Resources
Arrived in Seattle for ER2010
Today is the first day of the Earth Retention Conference 3 or ER2010 conference in Bellevue, Washington. Sponsored by ASCE’s Geo-Institute, this is the third conference in a series that occurs every 20 years! I’ll […]
Software Updates
Sheet Pile Wall SLOPE/W example problem
Deep excavations usually require proper reinforcement to prevent failure. In this SLOPE/W example we illustrate how the stability of a deep excavation with a sheet pile wall can be evaluated. Features of this simulation include: […]
Geologic Hazards
NFL’s Titans eye $250k Compaction Grouting fix for sinkhole at LP Stadium
Hayward Baker will be the geotechnical contractor for the compaction grouting. The article draws a HORRIBLE comparison between compaction grouting and the ‘top kill’ that BP tried to stop the oil leak in the gulf. […]
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Miscellaneous
On vacation…
I’m headed for a little vacation with the family, so no updates for the next week or so. When I get back, don’t miss a review of the first geotechnical iPhone/iPad app, a revamped Facebook […]