Geotechnical Engineering

Geotechnical Engineering Services

  • Geotechnical engineering
  • Geotechnical consulting
  • Subsurface exploration
  • Geophysical seismic site classification
  • Dynamic soils properties (seismic and cyclical)
  • Ground penetrating radar (GPR) studies
  • Site excavation planning including dewatering design
  • Field permeability testing (down-hole and double ring infiltrometer)
  • Shallow and deep foundation evaluation and recommendations
  • Evaluation of alternative foundation systems (micropiles, geopiers, stone columns,
    augercast piles, drilled Shafts, driven Piles, displacement piles, timber/composite piles,
    helical anchors, load transfer utilizing geosynthetic materials (fabric or grid)
  • Deep and shallow soil modification (deep dynamic compaction, vibro-flotation, deep vibro-compaction,
    deep vibro-replacement, surcharge loading, compaction grouting, chemical grouting; stabilization
    including lime, fly ash, cement, cement-kiln dust, stone)
  • Engineering geology/geologic studies
  • Mechanically-stabilized earth fill design
  • Sinkhole exploration and remediation recommendations
  • Field soil strength testing (Dynamic Cone Penetrometer, Vane Shear)
  • Geotechnical instrumentation and monitoring (settlement plates, inclinometers, extensometers, piezometers)
  • Pavement section evaluation and design
  • Pavement condition/lifecycle studies
  • Slope stability analysis and embankment design (reinforced and non-reinforced)
  • Project specification review and consultation