4:00 PM
Speaker Presentations
See below for more information about this month's speakers.
6:00 PM
FPA Annual Meeting
Please join us for our annual meeting and the introduction of incoming Board of Directors.
6:30 PM
Cash Bar and Mixer
Enjoy an opportunity to meet and network with other FPA members. Beer, wine, and sodas will be available for purchase.
7:00 PM
Annual Dinner
Join us for our annual dinner celebrating the end of another year. Members enjoy a complimentary meal and non-members can purchase their meal. (A vegetarian option is available.)
4:00 PM (1.0 PDH)
Choosing the Right Products for Long Term Pavement Performance
Presented by Kelvin Reinhardt, C.P.M. with Lime Association of Texas
ABSTRACT: This presentation will focus on soil stabilization products (i.e. lime, lime/fly ash, cement, asphalt emulsion, geo-grid, and liquids) that can be used to address various types of subgrade soils. The presentation will discuss the importance of choosing the right product or combination of products based on the soil mineralogy and the following known facts:
- All structures are dependent on their foundations to achieve peak performance.
- The subgrade soil must ultimately carry all the load applied at the surface.
- Clay soils are poor performers due to their shrink/swell characteristics.
- Testing should always play an important role in confirming product selection and performance.
- Replacing sulfate rich soils with select fill, additional base or pavement thickness does not necessarily solve all your problems.
BIO: Kelvin Reinhardt is a native Texan, born and raised near Crawford. He attended McLennan Community College, Baylor University, and Texas State Technical College, where he received a degree in Civil Engineering Technology in 1980. He also holds certifications as a Public Works Professional from the Texas Public Works Association and as a Certified Public Manager from Texas State University. Kelvin has worked in the construction industry for 42 years and began his career at H&B Contractors in McGregor, Texas. Over a period of 17 years, his job titles have included estimator, project manager, construction manager, vice president, and executive vice president. Kelvin also worked at Dow Chemical as a civil designer and for the city of Waco serving as street superintendent and later as public works director for a total of 10 years. Kelvin was named executive director of the Lime Association of Texas in March 2008.
5:00 PM (1.0 PDH)
Geotechnical Conditions in Design and Construction of Bridges
Presented by Mr. David A. Eastwood, P.E., D.GE, DFE, F.PTI, F.FPA, F.ASCE with Geotech Engineering and Testing
ABSTRACT: Mr. David A. Eastwood, P.E., D.GE., DFE, C.A.P.M., F.PTI., F.FPA, F.ASCE, President with Geotech Engineering and Testing will be discussing "Geotechnical Considerations for Design of Bridge Structures". This in-depth presentation on geotechnical considerations for design of bridge structures will help you understand the basics of geotechnical engineering as it relates to bridges.
He will discuss geotechnical studies and laboratory testing. This will include, pavement coring, drilling equipment, barge drilling, soil sampling methods, TxDOT soil sampling, groundwater measurements, borehole grouting and recommend the number of borings. Data presented using Wincore Program will be discussed. Bridge foundations will consist of drilled footings, pile foundations, auger-cast piles, etc.
The presentation will discuss pile/pier capacity curves, group effects, load-settlement characteristics of deep foundations. There will be information regarding lateral (L-Pile) and uplift capacity of deep foundations. The presentation will also include dynamic and static testing for deep foundations. Pile load tests will be covered. For more details on items covered, please click here.
Other discussions will include the following:
- TxDOT Bridge Design Recommendations
- Pile Driving
- Pipeline Bridges
- Harris County and City of Houston Geotechnical
- Requirements for Bridges
- Houston Ship Channel Bridge
- Negative Skin Friction
- Slope-Stability of Bridge Abutments
- Scour of Bridge Foundations
BIO: Mr. Eastwood is the President of DAE & Associates, Ltd, dba Geotech Engineering and Testing (GET). He has practiced consulting engineering for about 46 years, serving in key technical project management and administrative roles. His specialties are in geotechnical, environmental, materials and geoforensic engineering. Mr. Eastwood’s experience in these functions includes a wide range of project types, ranging from public infrastructure, public works, municipal work, industrial facilities, commercial developments to waste disposal facilities, power plants, dams, marine terminals and underground storage tank contamination studies. Mr. Eastwood has the ability to provide clients with cost effective alternatives to difficult problems. One of Mr. Eastwood's greatest attributes is his ability to contribute constructively, responsively, and professionally as a member of the client's project design team.
Mr. Eastwood received his Bachelor’s and Master’s of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Houston with specialization in soils engineering. Mr. Eastwood has attended Continuing Education Seminars at Rice, Princeton, University of Maryland, and the University of Houston.
Mr. David Eastwood has been accepted as an Academy of Geo-Professionals (AGP) as a Diplomate, Geotechnical Engineer Fellow Member. In addition, he has been accepted as an American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Fellow Member. Furthermore, his is a Diplomate in Forensic Engineering (DFE) by National Academy of Forensic Engineers (NAFE). Mr. Eastwood is also a Fellow with Post-Tensioning Institute (PTI).
Mr. David Eastwood has been inducted to the Academy of Distinguished Civil and Environmental Engineers at the University of Houston Cullen College of Engineering. Mr. Eastwood is also a 2017 Member of Distinguished Alumni of College of Engineering at the University of Houston Cullen College of Engineering. Mr. Eastwood has several publications on the design and construction of foundations on expansive soils. Geotech Engineering and Testing is a member of PTI, ACI, HCEC, ABC, GHBA, AIA, ASTM, TSPE, TIBD, HCEC, TCEL, and ASCE. Mr. Eastwood is on the Geotechnical Committee of Post- Tensioning Institute Slab-On-Grade Committee. Furthermore, he is a founder and past President of the Foundation Performance Association. The mission of this organization is to serve the public by advancing the skill and the art of engineering analysis, investigation of foundations.
Mr. David Eastwood is also the past president and board member of Houston Chapter of Texas Council for Engineering Laboratories. He helped with development of the geotechnical guidelines for design and construction of infrastructure for City of Houston, Harris County, Harris County Flood Control District, etc. facilities. In addition, Mr. Eastwood has been certified as a Corrective Action Project Manager with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).
Mr. Eastwood conducts training seminars in geotechnical, environmental, materials, and geoforensic engineering for the City of Houston, Harris County, City of Sugarland, Associated Builders and Contractors, American Institute of Architects, and Greater Houston Builders Association.