Principles of Drainage - Taunton

Date: 3/27/2018 8:00 AM - 3/27/2018 3:00 PM

Location: Taunton Holiday Inn
700 Myles Standish Blvd

Taunton, Massachusetts

Capacity:

27/30



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
Adetoyin MassDOT District 5
Kevin MassDOT District 5
Roger Roger Parsons
Tom Town of Dennis
Andy Town of East Bridgewater
Mike City of Quincy
Michael Town of Barnstable
Peter City of Quincy
Michael Town of West Bridgewater
Robert Town of Barnstable
Ken Town of Tisbury
Franklin Town of Lakeville
Mike Town of Hingham
Michael Town of Stoughton
Jon Town of Holden
Randy Town of Hingham
Ray Town of Tisbury
Nick Town of Hingham
Mark City of Quincy
Phil Town of Holden
John Town of Holden
David Town of Barnstable
Justin Town of Barnstable
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.