TRB conducted a webinar on September 3, 2014, from 2:00pm to 3:30pm ET that highlighted the advantages of buried bridges over traditional bridges. Webinar presenters discussed case studies for typical applications for corrugated metal and precast concrete buried bridges and provide references to assist interested parties in designing these structures.
The
recording is available online.
This webinar covered accelerated bridge construction (ABC), environmental requirements for aquatic organism passage (AOP) and wildlife crossings, the cost-reduction impact of buried bridge structures, available design methods, and sustainability benefits.
Webinar Presenters
- Kevin White, E.L. Robinson of Ohio Co.
- Joel Hahm, Big R Bridge
- Jeff Hite, Rinker Pipe; Cemex
- Matthew Bellgowan, Michigan Department of Transportation
Moderated by: Jesse Beaver,
Simpson Gumpertz & Heger, Inc.
Webinar Outline
- PART 1: Introduction to buried bridges
- PART 2: Case studies – metal buried bridges
- PART 3: Case studies – concrete buried bridges
- PART 4: Question and answer session
The first 60 minutes of the webinar will be for presentations and the final 30 minutes will be reserved for audience questions.
Learning Objective
At the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:
- Describe how effective alternatives for small to medium span traditional bridges can result in cost and time savings.
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Registration Information
There is no fee for employees of
TRB Sponsors or
TRB Sustaining Affiliates who register using their work email address. In addition to employees of TRB sponsor organizations, the following are eligible to receive complimentary webinar registration:
- TRB and National Academies employees;
- Chairs of TRB standing committees, sections, or groups;
- Members of the media;
- Employees of tribal governments; and
- Members of Congress or their staff.
Professional Development Hour Information
A certificate for 1.5 Professional Development Hours (PDHs) will be provided to Professional Engineers (PEs) who register and attend the webinar as an individual. For groups, only the person that registers and attends the session will receive a PDH certificate.
Please check with your licensing board to ensure that TRB webinar PDHs are approved by your board.
This webinar was developed in February 2014. TRB has met the standards and requirements of the Registered Continuing Education Program (RCEP). Credit earned on completion of this program will be reported to RCEP by TRB. Certificates of Completion will be issued to individuals who register for and attend the entire webinar session. Complaints about registered providers may be sent to RCEP, PO Box 1686, Clemson, SC, 29633. Website:
www.RCEP.net.
This Summary Last Modified On: 3/16/2022