ASCE Geotechnical Group Dinner Meeting - October 23, 2025
Maple Hall - Great Room, University of Washington
Seattle, WA
Join us for the October meeting on Thursday, October 23rd!
$60 - Member / Non-member registration
$5 - Current College Student
If you are interested in sponsoring our local college students to attend dinner meetings and network with our local practitioners please reach out to Jackie Bronner (jackie.bronner@seattle.gov). Your support to our group and students is greatly appreciated!
Online registration will close the day of the meeting, but walk-up registration may be available (depending on space available).
Title:
Ground Truths: Case Histories in Dam & Embankment Site Characterization
Presenter:
Jeff Schaeffers, P.Eng. Business Development Manager at ConeTec
Jeff has over 24 years of site characterization experience performing and managing field investigation projects throughout North America and beyond. Jeff graduated from Geological Engineering at UBC and is currently Business Development Manager for ConeTec Canada and Mud Bay Drilling.
Abstract:
Site investigations for dams and embankments present unique challenges, from difficult terrain and limited access to the need for high-resolution subsurface data. This presentation explores a series of case histories that highlight the integration of advanced geotechnical and geophysical techniques in site characterization. Emphasis will be placed on the use of sonic drilling, cone penetration testing (CPT), and in situ methods such as vane shear testing to evaluate soil behavior and stratigraphy. The role of geophysical tools in delineating subsurface anomalies and guiding further site investigation will be discussed. Specialized techniques such as Instrumented Becker Testing (iBPT) and capabilities for instrumentation installation will be demonstrated through several case studies. Attendees will gain insights into how multidisciplinary approaches can improve data quality, reduce uncertainty, and enhance dam safety assessments and all other site investigations.
Tentative Meeting Agenda
5:30 Check-in, Dinner, & Networking
6:00 Introduction & Announcements
6:15 Presentation
7:15 Wrap Up
Directions & Parking
Maple Hall is located at the southwest corner of 1135 NE Campus Parkway. Paid parking is available at the UW W-10 Lot, W-12 Lot or the Central Plaza Garage.
https://hfs.uw.edu/Meeting-Spaces/Maple-Hall-Great-Room
Thank you to the UW GIGSS for co-organizing this presentation! |
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Maple Hall - Great Room, University of Washington
1135 NE Campus Parkway
Seattle, WA 98105
United States
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| Start: | Thursday 23 Oct 2025 17:30 | | End: | Thursday 23 Oct 2025 19:30 |
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Maple Hall is located at the southwest corner of 1135 NE Campus Parkway. Paid parking is available at the UW W-10 Lot, W-12 Lot or the Central Plaza Garage.
https://hfs.uw.edu/Meeting-Spaces/Maple-Hall-Great-Room
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