Culvert Assessment & Maintenance Plan Development - Berlin

Date: 6/5/2025 8:30 AM - 6/5/2025 3:00 PM

Location: Berlin Town Offices
23 Linden Street

Berlin, Massachusetts

Capacity:

20/30



Overview

photo of damaged culvert

Course Description:
Do you know the location and condition of all the culverts in your municipality? Are they free flowing, half blocked, completely blocked, structurally sound, deteriorated, straight, crooked or a combination of all of these conditions? Have you created an annual budget for culvert repair and replacement based on a condition assessment?

This workshop will show you how to collect and catalog the information to identify which crossings provide a safe unrestricted flow through the structure and the traveling public over the structure and which crossings are a risk now or in the near future to aquatic, motor vehicle and pedestrian passage. Please bring sturdy boots and bring PPE such as safety vest, safety glasses and work gloves.

Target Audience:
The Culvert Condition Assessment Manual and Culvert Assessment Form are designed to be used by any member of a municipal public works department. Feel free to send the entire department or just one member who can then teach the others.

Accommodations for Disabilities: UMTC endeavors to provide an inclusive learning environment for all. If you require special services or arrangements to fully participate in this workshop, please email Stephanie Cottrell or call 413-800-2655 at least 14 days prior to the event. Such services are provided free of charge. Also, if you have any dietary restrictions, please inform Stephanie at least 10 days prior to the event.

 
Attendees
First Name Affiliation
Adam Town of Berlin
Jim Town of Berlin
Olivia Town of Acton
Jack Town of Chelmsford
Eilish Town of Wellesley DPW
Raymond City of Worcester DPW & Parks
Taulant City of Worcester DPW & Parks
Bernardo Town of Wellesley DPW
QinRui Town of Sudbury DPW
Matt City of Worcester DPW & Parks
Leslie City of Worcester DPW & Parks
Manuel City of Worcester DPW & Parks
Richard Town of Phillipston
Jaret Town of Royalston DPW
Courtney Town of Chelmsford
Denali City of Worcester DPW & Parks
Andrew Town of Shrewsbury
Robert Town of Holliston Highway Department
Nicholas City of Worcester DPW & Parks
Robert Town of Chelmsford
Instructors
  • Jeff Cathcart
    Consultant at UMass Transportation Center (UMTC)
    Jeff Cathcart has assisted public works departments, DOTs and private entities with their roadway, pavement, departmental and training needs for over 30 years. He has built, rebuilt, reclaimed, recycled, maintained and preserved roadways and pavements in Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island and Florida.