Principles of Drainage - Tewksbury

Date: 3/29/2018 8:00 AM - 3/29/2018 3:00 PM

Location: Tewksbury Public Library
300 Chandler St

Tewksbury, Massachusetts

Capacity:

18/30



Overview

This dynamic workshop is designed to provide an overview of the complexity of installing and maintaining drainage systems. It will provide information on how to manage and prevent drainage issues in order to keep your roads in the best possible condition.

In this workshop participants will learn:
• How to analyze the extent of drainage problems.
• Properties and effects of soil and sub-surface water.
• Appropriate use of subsurface drainage.
• Purpose of cross-section elements and maintenance techniques.
• How to maintain, inspect and install culverts.
• Purpose and maintenance of ditches.
• Types of erosion and ways to reduce it.

Who Should Attend

Public Works Directors, Highway Superintendents, Foremen, Crew Leaders, Town Engineers and others who have responsibility for the construction and maintenance of local roads.

Please see the course flyer for additional information.

*This session is open to 3 MassDOT personnel
 
Attendees
First Name Affiliation
Chester Town of Tewksbury
Andrew Town of Tewksbury
John MassDOT District 4
Mike Green International Affiliates
Penny City of Medford
Natasha City of Newton
Steve Town of Danvers
Kelley Town of Billerica
John City of Newton DPW
Chuck Town of Danvers DPW- Street Division
Gabriel City of Newton DPW
Antonio Town of Billerica
Steven Town of Wakefield Water Department
Tyler Town of Danvers
Marissa Town of Lexington DPW
Robert Town of Wakefield Water Department
Angelo City of Newton
Matthew City of Newton DPW
Instructors
  • David Orr
    Director at Cornell Local Roads Program (NY)

    David P. Orr, P.E. 

    David Orr is the  Senior Engineer and  Director of the Cornell Local  Roads Program. Formerly the Deputy Highway  Superintendent for Yates County, NY, David has almost 30 years of road-related experience.