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Contract/Location:
Investigation and Remedial Action/
Merrill, WI
Overview:
Our firm is conducting a state-required remedial
investigation of a former manufactured gas plant which was
located along the Wisconsin River.
Analyses:
Work has included a detailed site
investigation to define the degree and the extent of coal
tar-contaminated soil, groundwater and river sediment.
Action:
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Soil
Source area contaminated soil
was excavated and hauled to a local landfill for disposal.
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Groundwater
Groundwater will be remediated by injecting a
chemical oxidant to promote bioremediation of the residual
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River Sediment
Extent of contaminated sediment has been investigated and
defined. Remedial
alternatives being evaluated include mechanical and hydraulic dredging, capping
and monitored natural recovery. We are also negotiating with the
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR) to set site-specific sediment clean-up goals. |
Features:
- Geoprobe® boring samples.
- Multi-level well and below-river mini-piezometer nest
installations.
- Geophysical survey utilizing ground penetrating
radar.
- A Global Positioning System and mini-sonic drill
set on a barge to
locate and collect river sediment samples.
- USACE and WDNR
permit coordination.
Contact Madison, WI, Project Hydrogeologist,
Jeff King,
PG, for more information.
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Civil
Engineering Standout
National Award
 Jonathan D. McHugh, PE, has received the
"Edmund
Friedman Young Engineer Award" for Professional Achievement
from the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE). McHugh
was presented with this national award in recognition of his
professional achievement, technical competence, high
character and integrity, and contributions to public
service. Active in ASCE, McHugh. . .
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Leadership in Recycling
Pennsylvania
 Lori
Robson, a Senior Pennsylvania-Certified Recycling Professional,
has been elected president of the Professional Recyclers of
Pennsylvania (PROP). Lori will preside over Board
meetings and facilitate communication among more than 700
public and private sector recycling professionals. . .
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Occupational Safety and Health
Pennsylvania
 Paula
J. Loht was appointed to the Pennsylvania Governor's
Occupational Safety and Health Conference Advisory
Committee. One of her main functions as a committee member
is to assist in planning the related annual conference,
which enables representatives to address workplace health and safety
issues. A Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), Loht. . .
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 Technology
Corner:
Site Data Manager:
An "Under One Roof" Application
Overview:
Gannett Fleming developed this software to
facilitate the management and analysis of environmental site
data. The application provides a generic interface to
import data so that analytical results from multiple sources can be brought together "under one roof."
Caveats:
The software provides a flexible querying tool which allows users to "slice and dice"
data in a variety of ways.
It also interfaces with Arc Map and other GIS tools to facilitate spacial displays and analysis.
"Site Data Manager" is available without a licensing fee
for Gannett Fleming use.
Contacts:
J.D. Kronicz,
Developer and Senior Scientist, can arrange for a software
demonstration.
Site Remediation Project Manager,
Roger Moose, is utilizing this
application on a general technical assistance contract
administered by the Pennsylvania Department of
Environmental Protection.
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Anything But Tunnel Vision:
Recreation and Economy
The rehabilitated Big Savage Mountain Tunnel
is a critical link in one of the nation's longest and most scenic, non-motorized trails: "The Great
Allegheny Passage." This trail is not only a spectacular recreational resource, but a
tremendous economic asset to its surrounding towns.
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The Passage connects the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Towpath with Pittsburgh and
Washington, D.C., to form a 335-mile-long cycling and hiking trail. |
Local trail economies which previously relied on the railroad, coal mining and steel
making industries are being revitalized. Thanks to the Passage, communities
are experiencing growth through tourist-focused industries such as food and
lodging.
Contact Paul Lewis,
PE, for more information and read The Great Allegheny Passage article in the
December 2007 issue of "Borough News" (the magazine for Pennsylvania Borough
Government).
Software Management System
The award-winning Big Savage Mountain Tunnel Rehabilitation along with its associated
benefits is just one example of Gannett Fleming's big-picture perspective
on infrastructure management.
Our firm also developed the "first-ever" National Tunnel Management System (TMS)
to be used by state departments of transportation, authorities and transit
agencies for inspection, preventive maintenance and repair of their tunnels.
The TMS is intended to help owners and operators identify potential problem
areas within their tunnels, such as structural damage caused by
groundwater. >
It further facilitates maintenance and repair activities
to ensure that tunnels remain in good working condition. Visit our
corporate web site to learn more about TMS features and
capabilities.
Forum For New Ideas:
A Multidisciplinary Approach
Gannett Fleming has additionally created the Collaborative Research & Innovation Center (CRIC),
a companywide initiative encouraging and facilitating innovation when delivering
new products and services to diverse markets.
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Our firm "wrote the
book" on grouting and grout monitoring technology. |
Recent engineering and environmental project
examples include
IntelliGrout and
Web EMS.
Read our
corporate news release for more on the CRIC initiative.
Soil Nailing Joint-Venture
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Soil nailing is a viable and under-utilized technique
to consider for many slope failure scenarios. |
Our firm has teamed with Stable Construction
Company, LLC, to provide Design-Build solutions on slope stabilization and
shoreline erosion projects. This partnership facilitates site assessments,
design and construction Quality Control when installing permanent soil nails.
"The most common practice for
soil nailing in the U.S. consists of
drilled soil nails, in which a steel bar is placed in a pre-drilled hole and
then grouted. Soil nailing consists of the passive reinforcement (no
post-tensioning) of existing ground by installing closely spaced steel bars
(nails), which are subsequently encased in grout. Soil nailing is
typically used to stabilize existing slopes or excavations where top-to-bottom
construction is advantageous compared to other retaining wall systems."
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Geotechnical Engineering Circular No. 7 (FHWA)
Contact Ohio Geotechnical Manager,
Mitch Weber, PG, for
more information.
Geophysical Techniques
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Geophysical methods optimize data
collection in a non-destructive and non-intrusive manner. |
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Geophysical surveys provide a means of rapid, accurate and
cost-effective data acquisition. This is also an excellent method for
investigating subsurface conditions over large areas and between drill holes.
A geophysical survey program enables an earth scientist to gather information
about specific subsurface targets while expending minimal effort.
Our newly formed division, Quantum Geophysics (see
links), enables us to employ the
following geo-technologies:
- Ground Penetrating Radar
- Magnetometry
- Gravity
- Seismic Refraction
- Seismic Reflection
- Electromagnetic
- Electrical Resistivity
- Spontaneous Potential
- MASW
- Marine Surveys
- Downhole Logging
Contact Quantum Geophysics Vice
President,
Michael Knight, PG, for more information.
Occupational Safety and Health:
A Healthy Bottom Line
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Gannett Fleming has been a member of the American Industrial Hygiene Association
(see
links) for over a quarter century. |
Promoting a safe and healthy workplace is both a responsibility and an
opportunity for the A/E/C industry. Furthermore, it results in
significant savings in workers compensation benefits.
In order to comply with today's stringent Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA)-standards, a comprehensive program should include the
following elements:
- Hazardous Materials Surveys
- Indoor Air Quality Studies
- Employee Exposure Assessments
- Construction Safety
- Personal Protective Equipment Recommendations
- Ergonomic Assessments
- Job Safety Analysis
In addition to visiting our
corporate web site, contact Certified Industrial Hygienist, Paula Loht [news]
for more information.
Construction Project Success
As previously reported, Construction Manager,
Dave Weiss,
PE, has examined construction elements critical to the success of any project.
Dave indicates that a contractor's capability is the element easiest to
determine.
"An experienced, well-prepared construction contractor will be proactive by nature. This is
evidenced by some very simple things: the project site is clean; safety devices
(ladders, fencing, etc.) are in place; equipment is well-maintained; materials are stored in an orderly manner; and
the on-site office is organized."
- Elements Of Successful Construction Projects
From The Viewpoint Of A Consultant
Dave notes that while these items do not refer to the
specific abilities of the individual(s) performing the work;
each acknowledges the contractor's willingness to take care of
the details that allow the "whole" operation to run smoothly.
Surf regs/programs
for more A/E/C safety factors.
Slope Stabilization/
Foundation Design
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The new enclosure includes
construction of a roof structure anchored to the rock slope and an
observation deck with foundations bearing on colluvial soils. |
Engineering Geologist,
Matt Morris,
PG, recently presented a paper entitled, "Rock Slope Stabilization and
Foundation Design for the Meadowcroft, PA, Rock Shelter Enclosure," at the Los
Angeles, CA, Annual Meeting of the Association of Environmental & Engineering
Geologists.
» American
Industrial Hygiene Association
» Association
of Environmental &
Engineering Geologists
» Pennsylvania State Association of Boroughs
» Quantum
Geophysics
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