Geotechnical Engineering Archives

August 1, 2016

[metaslider id=5527] Highlights Location Richmond, VA Project Manager(s) Ken Piazza, Jr, PE Services Provided DA Athletics Geotechnical Engineering Site Development and Infrastructure Construction Materials Testing Surveying/Scanning Completion Date 2014 Draper Aden Associates provided civil engineering services, construction quality assurance, and surveying for the conversion of the natural grass baseball field at Pitt Field to custom-designed synthetic turf including the Richmond Spider logo prominently displayed in center field. The detailed scope of services included: Conceptual designs for constructing one grass field and one synthetic turf fields, playable for soccer and lacrosse Provided full detailing for the synthetic turf system Permitted POD documents through Henrico County utilizing a structural BMP for water quality calculations Bid phase services including prequalification and assistance with bidders and final contract award to general contractor and synthetic turf vendor Provided a geotechnical study for groundwater, subsurface conditions, and infiltration rates [wpbgallery id=5532] ...

August 1, 2016

in Athletics, Construction Materials Testing, Geotechnical Engineering, Site Development and Infrastructure

by Draper Aden Associates

St. Gertrude High School Outdoor Athletics Center

[metaslider id=4319] Highlights Location Henrico County, VA Project Manager(s) Ken Piazza, Jr, PE Services Provided DA Athletics Geotechnical Engineering Site Development and Infrastructure Construction Materials Testing Surveying/Scanning Completion Date 2014 Saint Gertrude High School (SGHS) turned to Draper Aden Associates to re-envision and revise their master plan for a 13.13-acre piece of land. The original concept included a track and field stadium, athletic training facility, and parking to serve the undeveloped property. However, SGHS wanted to explore additional opportunities for use including field and playing surfaces their athletics programs desperately needed. In a collaborative effort between SGHS and Draper Aden Associates, the re-envisioned concept and subsequent design included an artificial turf field, a multi-purpose natural turf field, a softball field, six tennis courts, an athletic training facility, concessions, an events pavilion, and an interpretive walking trail throughout the Outdoor Athletics Center. The new complex now provides a home for all outdoor athletic programs at a single location which gives...

March 8, 2016

in Draper Aden Contractor Assist, Geotechnical Engineering, Site Development and Infrastructure, Subsurface Utility Engineering, Surveying

by Draper Aden Associates

Plains All American Yorktown Terminal

The Yorktown Terminal unloading facility project area is located on 650 acres of industrial land formerly known as Yorktown Refinery. Draper Aden Associates (DAA) has been heavily involved in providing surveying and engineering services as part of the $110 million dollar expansion. The construction of 34,000 LF of new railroad and a 104 unit train unloading facility has allowed DAA to perform Subsurface Utility Engineering, test holes, courthouse research, geodetic control, topographic surveying, near-shore bathymetric surveys, pipe modeling from 3D laser scanning, machine control modeling, easement plats, wetland location, construction stakeout and as-builts....

February 24, 2016

in Geotechnical Engineering, Structural Engineering, Surveying

by Draper Aden Associates

Richmond International Airport

[metaslider id=4854] Highlights Location Richmond, VA Project Manager(s) Dave Spriggs, PE Services Provided Structural Engineering Geotechnical Engineering Surveying/Scanning Completion Date Various Over the years, Draper Aden Associates has provided numerous services for the Richmond International Airport. Services included structural engineering, survey, geotechnical engineering, stormwater and sanitary sewer mapping, construction stakeout, site planning and engineering, and subsurface exploration. Projects have included New Terminal Building, Arresting System Removal at Air National Guard (ANG), SIDA & AOA Security/Access Gates Upgrades, Richmond Commuter, Airport Receiving Warehouse, Central Plant Building, Hertz Administration Building and Car Wash, Alamo Car Rental Main Lot Renovation, ATCT and Base Building Geotechnical Investigation, Airport Runway 220 Core Drilling, and Aviation Hangars Relocation, Alterations, and Additions. [wpbgallery id=4859] ...

February 23, 2016

in Construction Materials Testing, Energy Market, Geotechnical Engineering

by Draper Aden Associates

American Electric Glen Lyn Pond

[metaslider id=4773] Highlights Location Glen Lyn, VA Project Manager(s) Lindsay Weiford Services Provided Geotechnical Engineering Construction Materials Testing Completion Date 2014 Draper Aden Associates provided Construction Quality Assurance for a 12-acre closure for a fly ash holding basin involving preparation of subgrade soils, installation of 30-mil PVC liner -Geocomposite, and placement of protective cover soils. The project also included very sensitive erosion and sediment control measures due to the proximity of the new river and the fly ash. Additional services included surveying and final closure plat. [wpbgallery id=4768] ...

February 23, 2016

in Construction Materials Testing, Energy Market, Geotechnical Engineering

by Draper Aden Associates

Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO)

[metaslider id=4755] Highlights Location Charles County, MD Project Manager(s) Ken Piazza, Jr, PE Services Provided Geotechnical Engineering Construction Materials Testing Completion Date 2014 Draper Aden Associates Geotechnical and Construction Services Division performed Quality Control and Inspection services for the SMECO Southern Maryland Reliability Project. The project consists of the construction and installation of a 230 kV underground transmission line running from the NRC riser location to the Town Creek riser location. Our services included earthwork inspections relating to subgrade strength verification, field density testing of general site earthwork as well as utility line backfill. We also performed testing and inspection of concrete and flowable thermal backfill (FTB) including reinforcing steel inspection and verification, concrete placement and compressive strength testing. We also provided the laboratory services for any earthwork or concrete testing that was required. [wpbgallery id=4759] ...

February 9, 2016

in Construction Materials Testing, Draper Aden Contractor Assist, Environmental Services, Geotechnical Engineering, Site Development and Infrastructure, Subsurface Utility Engineering

by Draper Aden Associates

Virginia State Capitol

[metaslider id=4449] Highlights Location Richmond, VA Project Manager(s) Charlie Kreye, PE Services Provided Site Development and Infrastructure Subsurface Utility Engineering Geotechnical Engineering Environmental Engineering Utilities Engineering Construction Materials Testing Completion Date 2007 Draper Aden Associates was part of the design team for the planning and design of the complete renovation to the Virginia State Capitol and surrounding Capitol Square. The design completely replaced the existing building systems, added a 27,000 square foot building extension, related infrastructure and landscape improvements in Capitol Square. The project was designed to meet current programming needs, addressed the 2007 statewide celebration plans, and extended the useful life of the historic Virginia State Capitol. Draper Aden Associates assembled complete base mapping for the Capitol Square, including some subsurface utility verification and supplemental ground surveys. We conducted a hydrogeologic study to determine anticipated impacts of groundwater and conducted a geotechnical study that included subsurface investigation, materials testing, and engineering consultation for the structural designs. We...

February 9, 2016

in Geotechnical Engineering, Site Development and Infrastructure, Subsurface Utility Engineering, Surveying

by Draper Aden Associates

San-J International Inc.

[metaslider id=4445] Highlights Location Henrico, VA Project Manager(s) Charlie Kreye, PE Services Provided Site Development and Infrastructure Surveying/Scanning Subsurface Utility Engineering Geotechnical Engineering Completion Date 2017 Draper Aden Associates performed a feasibility study, site plan evaluation, and programming assistance for the proposed expansion at the San-J facility on Sprouse Drive in Henrico County. When the project was approved in 2015, DAA continued to work on the 5.7 acre expansion and new building. The 43,000 SF expansion allows San-J to double its soy sauce production, while the new 15,000 SF building provides an intake space for raw materials. The entire project will include construction of the expansion and new building, parking lots, new roads, utilities, and all related site infrastructure. [wpbgallery id=4443] ...

February 5, 2016

in Athletics, Construction Materials Testing, Geotechnical Engineering

by Draper Aden Associates

The Richmond Kickers Youth Soccer Club

[metaslider id=4300] Highlights Location Richmond, VA Project Manager(s) Ken Piazza, Jr, PE Services Provided DA Athletics Construction Materials Testing Geotechnical Engineering Completion Date 2012 The Richmond Kickers Youth Soccer Club (RKYSC) was envisioned as a place for children to play youth league soccer and experience the joy of sports. Initially, Draper Aden Associates was brought into the RKYSC project to help refine the scope and budget through Value Engineering. These Value Engineering efforts resulted in innovative site modifications to address environmental concerns, materials selection, and renegotiated construction contracts. Our geotechnical engineers helped to mitigate unsuitable fill material to create a balanced site, which eliminated the cost of transporting excess dirt. Additionally, during construction, our field technicians provided Quality Control for the installation of both synthetic turf and sodded athletic fields. The completed RKYSC facility consists of 7 lighted athletic fields, serves as the home of the Richmond Kickers Youth Soccer Club, and hosts a variety of...

August 1, 2015

in Geotechnical Engineering, Site Development and Infrastructure

by Draper Aden Associates

Washington and Lee Third Year Housing

[metaslider id=4127] Highlights Location Lexington, VA Project Manager(s) Ken Piazza, PE (G) Cheryl Stockton, LS (S) Services Provided Geotechnical Engineering Site Development and Infrastructure Surveying/Scanning Subsurface Utility Engineering Completion Date 2017 Draper Aden Associates provided site planning and engineering, surveying, and Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) for new Third Year housing on a constructed 9.23 acre site. This project also included the expansion of existing and the design of new parking lots to accommodate a total of new 232 spaces. The general scope of services included design for the parking lots, driveway to and through the site, hardscape pathways, erosion and sediment control, grading, storm, sanitary, and water lines along with stormwater strategies for the project. In addition, the existing grass field south of the Third Year housing precinct was converted to a synthetic turf field. [wpbgallery id=4121]...