Principles of Drainage - Sunderland

Date: 3/30/2018 8:00 AM - 3/30/2018 3:00 PM

Location: Sunderland Public Safety
105 River Road

Sunderland, Massachusetts

Capacity:

23/30



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
George Town of Sunderland
Justin City of Northampton
Chester City of Northampton
Travis Town of Hubbardston
Jon Town of Rutland
Scott City of Westfield
Larry Town of Orange
Paul Town of Amherst
Matthew City of Westfield
Jacob
Bruce City of Northampton
James Town of Amherst
Joe City of Westfield
Tim Town of Harvard
Christopher Town of Rutland
Brendan City of Northampton
Matthew Town of Chesterfield Highway Department
Nate Town of Amherst
Chuck Town of Deerfield
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.