Search Annual 2003 Technical Program

T-REX is a multi-modal transportation approach that encompasses light rail, highway, bike, pedestrian, and other transit options in one Design-Build project. The focus of this presentation will be the Design-Build approach, which allows for flexibility and creativity in support of the project goals, to: Minimize inconvenience to the public, keep within the projects $1.67 billion budget, design and construct a quality project, complete the project on or before June 2008

Moderator:

Donn E Hancher, Ph.D.
University of Kentucy

Presentations:

Denver T-REX design-build project
Jerry C Porter
Peter Kiewit Sons, Inc.

The new Greenville, MS bridge being constructed across the Mississippi River by Massman Construction Co. will be the longest cable-stayed span on the river when completed. It will have more than 2.5 miles of bridge deck, two concrete towers soaring 425 ft. above the river, concrete piers anchored 120 ft. into the riverbed, and four fans of prestressing strand steel cable. This bridge will become a spectacular crossing over Americas most storied river!

Moderator:

Donn E Hatcher, Ph.D.
University of Kentucky

Presentations:

Keith Jacobson
Massman Construction Co.

Kokosing/Fru-Con LLC hold a $222 million contract to upgrade the Marmet Lock and Dam on the Kanawha River in southwestern West Virginia. The project includes construction of 110x800-ft lock on the right descending bank landward of existing locks, a 1,000-ft.-long downstream guide wall,a 1,830-ft.-long upstream guide wall, and a 996-ft.-long upstream guard wall. Discussions will focus on the challenges of construction.

Moderator:

Donn E Hancher, Ph.D.
University of Kentucky

Presentations:

Mr. George E Mason
Kokosing / Fru-Con LLC

In 1996 sparked by the deteriorated condition of the Capital?s public corridor ceilings, the Georgia General Assembly appropriated funds to restore the Capitols public spaces to their original simple and classic elegance. The work includes the restoration of plaster, marble and woodwork in the Rotunda, Atria and public corridors; the return of decorative finishes to their original 1889 colors; and the addition of new lighting to supplement the original gas fixtures. Presentations will cover construction and design challenges encountered in renovating this historic building.

Moderator:

Donn E Hancher, Ph.D.
University of Kentucky

Presentations:

Design challenges in renovating a historic building - Georgia State Capital.
Tony Aeck
Lord Aeck & Sargent Architects

Construction challenges in renovating a historic building - Georgia State Capital.
Brent Reid
The Winter Group of Companies

The fleet of 100 machines is being used to construct the fifth runway at Atlanta?s Hartsfield International Airport. The equipment dealer providing the machines has retained responsibility for their maintenance and is using a web based GPS system to continually track machine location and condition.

Moderator:

Donn E Hancher, Ph.D.
University of Kentucky

Presentations:

Bud Wilfore
Earthmoving Division, Yancey Bros. Co.