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Ahead Of The Curve With Bentley Infrastructure Cloud, Nathan Goins
Ahead Of The Curve With Bentley Infrastructure Cloud, Nathan Goins
Purdue Road School
How do you perform quality control on a 3D model that’s always changing? In this session you will learn how to capture, log, and resolve issues to make better, faster, data-driven decisions. Join us as we demonstrate how to use i-Models inside the Bentley Infrastructure Cloud web portal to compare snap shots of models throughout the life of a project.
Saferoad Solutions: Explaining Road Designs To The Public, Wendy Southworth, Ed Green
Saferoad Solutions: Explaining Road Designs To The Public, Wendy Southworth, Ed Green
Purdue Road School
SAFERoad Solutions is a guide to designs that improve safety, mobility, and efficiency across roadways. This online toolkit was created for the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet to explain both innovative and standard road designs to the public and to serve as a resource for engineers and other transportation officials. This presentation will highlight the SAFERoad Solutions guide, explain how to effectively communicate transportation topics to the public, and provide methods to creating content and specific topics.
Preserving Roads: Ensuring Municipalities’ Sustainable Infrastructure Future, Chad Denison, Bryan Sergesketter, Dave Paramski
Preserving Roads: Ensuring Municipalities’ Sustainable Infrastructure Future, Chad Denison, Bryan Sergesketter, Dave Paramski
Purdue Road School
This presentation explores the vital role of pavement preservation in maintaining and enhancing municipal infrastructure. This informative session delves into the benefits of proactive pavement management and highlights cost-effective strategies for prolonging road lifespan and minimizing long-term maintenance expenses. Attendees will gain insights into the latest preservation techniques, innovative technologies, and best practices for sustainable infrastructure development.
Better Project Management Using Microsoft Teams, Nathan Frey, Ryan Hughes, Drew Storey
Better Project Management Using Microsoft Teams, Nathan Frey, Ryan Hughes, Drew Storey
Purdue Road School
Post pandemic, many teammates are now working remotely a few days a week. This has created new challenges for delivering projects on time, within scope, and on budget, leading to Microsoft Teams to emerge as a guiding star. With seamless communication, file sharing, and collaborative tools, it transformed chaos into cohesion. Teammates, scattered across distances, united under its virtual roof and projects thrived in digital realms. Join us as we discuss how Teams has helped foster innovation and camaraderie.
Indot Mot Standards & Practices, David Boruff
Indot Mot Standards & Practices, David Boruff
Purdue Road School
We will share newly developed and revised standards, policies, and guidance for MOT planning. Revisions to INDOT’s Work Zone Traffic Control Guidelines—a good resource for shorter duration construction activities— and the recently issued Intelligent Work Zone Toolkit will be covered.
Indot Dynamic Wireless Power Transfer (Dwpt) In-Pavement Ev Charging Pilot Project, Greg Reilly, Aaron Brovont, Tommy E. Nantung
Indot Dynamic Wireless Power Transfer (Dwpt) In-Pavement Ev Charging Pilot Project, Greg Reilly, Aaron Brovont, Tommy E. Nantung
Purdue Road School
INDOT, in collaboration with Purdue University/Aspire and AECOM, is conducting a pilot project for dynamic wireless power transfer (DWPT) on US-52/231 in West Lafayette, IN. High-power DWPT has the potential to reduce range anxiety and allow for smaller and lighter batteries in vehicles. This presentation will give an overview of our project, why this is important for Indiana, how this relates to the future of wirelessly charged vehicles, and other AECOM DWPT projects.
Put The Brakes On Airfield Friction Concerns, John Hunter
Put The Brakes On Airfield Friction Concerns, John Hunter
Purdue Road School
Low friction doesn’t mean the pavement (asphalt or concrete) needs to be replaced. Safe friction enhancing treatments are available at a fraction of the cost of new pavement. Presenters will share the “need to know” details of all phases of successful rubber and paint removal projects and innovative friction enhancing techniques relevant for all airports—from small GAs to Part 139 Airports .
Local Bridge Inspections, Anne Rearick, Antonio Marino
Local Bridge Inspections, Anne Rearick, Antonio Marino
Purdue Road School
We will discuss local bridge inspection requirements, how to make your program successful, and federal requirements that locals need to be aware of.
Signs, Gateways, And Landscaping … Oh My!, George Mccue, Dimas Prasetya
Signs, Gateways, And Landscaping … Oh My!, George Mccue, Dimas Prasetya
Purdue Road School
Cities and towns want to welcome highway travelers with gateway signs or aesthetics. Whether that’s part of a road project or a standalone proposal, a key to proper planning is understanding safety-based limitations on what can be placed on state ROW and where. Even off- ROW, there are laws governing nearby visible signage. We’ll cover INDOT’s Public Art and Landscaping Policy, FHWA’s role, and the federal Highway Beautification Act.
Principles Of Writing Construction Specifications And Special Provisions, Scott Trammell
Principles Of Writing Construction Specifications And Special Provisions, Scott Trammell
Purdue Road School
This presentation will assist project managers and designers in preparing the necessary information required for Department contracts involving Standard Specifications and Special Provisions. Attendees will see examples of both the right and wrong ways to present a Unique Special Provision, things to avoid, and questions to ask to adhere to legal, moral, and ethical construction standards.
Small Structure Inspection & Reporting, Rob Coop, Jason Peters, Philip Beer
Small Structure Inspection & Reporting, Rob Coop, Jason Peters, Philip Beer
Purdue Road School
Small structure inspections (those under 20 ft) are often overlooked but are crucial when maintaining highway infrastructure. While not mandatory, INDOT and FHWA recommend routine inspections every 4 to 6 years. Identifying these structures beneath our roadways is vital for timely repairs or replacements and can prevent costly emergencies. A robust inspection program sup- ported by tools like USI’s IVY software, ensures efficient data management and enables agencies to plan and act proactively based on inspection results.
28+1 Bridge Preservation: From Silane To Epoxy Best Practices, Brad Ehle
28+1 Bridge Preservation: From Silane To Epoxy Best Practices, Brad Ehle
Purdue Road School
Attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of early prevention using penetrating Silane through the 20- to 25-year lifecycle of complimenting epoxy, LMC and other rehabilitative overlay methods, and managing temperature and viscosity for improved application and performance. This session summarizes county and state best practice in the Midwest region.
Local Road And Bridge Matching Grant Fund, Kathy L. Eaton-Mckalip
Local Road And Bridge Matching Grant Fund, Kathy L. Eaton-Mckalip
Purdue Road School
This presentation is an introduction for newly elected officials who have never been involved in the grant program and for local officials who need a refresher. Attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding about the requirements of the grant program and learn of the success of the program since its inception.
Confessions Of A Former Vision Zero Coordinator, Maria Cantrell
Confessions Of A Former Vision Zero Coordinator, Maria Cantrell
Purdue Road School
Maria Cantrell, P.E. served as the City of Columbus Vision Zero Coordinator from 2019 to 2023. She lead the development of the City’s multiagency plan and program intended to eliminate fatal and serious injury crashes. Learn about what efforts and strategies worked, what didn’t, and a few pointers picked up along the way.
Lessons Learned From Helicopter Air Ambulance Accident, Mary E. Johnson, Gustavo A. Sanchez
Lessons Learned From Helicopter Air Ambulance Accident, Mary E. Johnson, Gustavo A. Sanchez
Purdue Road School
Helicopter Air Ambulances (HAA) are a vital component of the healthcare system by bridging the gap between traditional ground-based ambulances and hospitals and transporting patients from remote areas to medical facilities. However, the accident rates during aeromedical transports remain high compared to other commercial air operations. This session presents an analysis of HAA accidents from the human factors perspective and changes in regulation, technology, and training during HAA operations over the last decade.
Acrp04-27 Methods To Manage Tree Growth Near Airports, Stephanie Ward
Acrp04-27 Methods To Manage Tree Growth Near Airports, Stephanie Ward
Purdue Road School
The presentation will review the recent ACRP 04-27 Methods to Manage Tree Growth Near Airports study report. Join us for a discussion.
Maximize Drainage Design With Bentley Openroads Technology, Nathan A. Goins, Jennifer Basham
Maximize Drainage Design With Bentley Openroads Technology, Nathan A. Goins, Jennifer Basham
Purdue Road School
Whether you’re creating brand new drainage networks or tying into existing networks, learn how to maximize your efficiency with Bentley’s OpenRoads Drainage and Utilities (SUDA) Technology. We’ll explore tips, tricks, and lessons learned using this improved tool for drain-age design on INDOT projects.
Five Generations Walk Into An Office…, Kerrie Leonard
Five Generations Walk Into An Office…, Kerrie Leonard
Purdue Road School
Attendees will discover what can happen when five generations step into the workplace. There is greater age diversity than ever before in the workforce and the transportation industry serves as a prime example. Each generation has unique wants, viewpoints, and motivations which may cause misinterpretations and conflict. Learn about the characteristics of the different generations, areas of potential friction, and resolutions to create an inclusive environment for all.
Elevating Equity In Public Engagement, Natalie Garrett, Scott Manning
Elevating Equity In Public Engagement, Natalie Garrett, Scott Manning
Purdue Road School
Public engagement is the foundation of our work. For engagement to be meaningful and equitable, agencies must meet people where they are and connect with them using tools and tactics that allow all voices to be heard. Attendees will learn about the development of the INDOT Public Engagement Guide, which leverages socioeconomic, demographic, and social equity data to help the agency make data-informed decisions about how to best reach the people it serves.
Concrete Pavement Basics 101, Mike Byers, Christopher Tull
Concrete Pavement Basics 101, Mike Byers, Christopher Tull
Purdue Road School
Do we need to seal joints? Why is water to cement ratio important? How do we handle utility cuts and patches? Significant advancements in concrete pavement materials and processes have evolved during the past decade; however, fundamental practices in concrete pavement construction remain more important than ever if we want to achieve the desired service life and value for the taxpayer. This session takes us “back to the basics” with appropriate updates on what’s change and what hasn’t changed in concrete materials and construction.
How Survey Technology Helped Transform The I-69 Project, Dean Teska
How Survey Technology Helped Transform The I-69 Project, Dean Teska
Purdue Road School
Using the contributions of Kapur and Walsh on the I-69 project as an example, attendees will explore how using survey equipment and procedures on construction projects can help everyone involved deliver transformative results. To document the condition of the project, Kapur and Walsh used GPS rovers and equipment to record quantities, assist with survey layout, and build independent 3D models. This presentation will cover what this accomplished and how you can accomplish something similar.
Quantifying Roadway Complexity For Av Freight Deployments, Paul Avery, Tara Pearson, Jason Smeak
Quantifying Roadway Complexity For Av Freight Deployments, Paul Avery, Tara Pearson, Jason Smeak
Purdue Road School
This presentation will discuss identifying economically feasible routes for deploying automated freight vehicles and evaluating the complexity of those roadways within Indiana. The focus for this analysis is the Primary Highway Freight System (PHFS), and “last-mile” routes since they may be required to access the PHFS to and from major concentrations of manufacturing and distribution centers for advanced manufacturing and logistics (AML).
Traffic Safety Countermeasures For Locals, Kathy L. Eaton-Mckalip
Traffic Safety Countermeasures For Locals, Kathy L. Eaton-Mckalip
Purdue Road School
Attendees will discuss Indiana’s fatalities and injury accident statistics on local roads and Indiana’s need to make our local transportation infrastructure safer for all types of transportation.
Modified Semi-Integralend Bent Details: Design & Construction, Stephanie Wagner, Robert Anderson
Modified Semi-Integralend Bent Details: Design & Construction, Stephanie Wagner, Robert Anderson
Purdue Road School
The INDOT-ASCE Structures Committee has been reviewing semi-integral end bent details to improve constructability and long-term durability and reduce future maintenance issues. We will discuss some of the background history of why new details were needed; when the new details will be incorporated in the design manual; our experience using the modified details on I-69 Section 6.5; and provide tips for plan development.
Indianapolis International Airport: New Ron Parking Apron, John Feister, Tony Mcmichael
Indianapolis International Airport: New Ron Parking Apron, John Feister, Tony Mcmichael
Purdue Road School
The Indianapolis International Airport was at capacity for overnight aircraft parking at the terminal gates and the existing terminal apron. The solution required the design and construction of a new remain overnight (RON) parking apron with space for up to seven commercial aircrafts simultaneously. The project entailed extensive utility relocations, grading and drainage, concrete and asphalt paving, and airfield electrical. Join us for a discussion of the construction challenges and successes.
Indiana Asphalt Binder Specification Changes, Matt Beeson, Jason Wielinski
Indiana Asphalt Binder Specification Changes, Matt Beeson, Jason Wielinski
Purdue Road School
The Indiana DOT is significantly revising asphalt binder specifications that will impact all contracts as early as 2024. The base asphalt binder grade in Indiana is changing from PG 64-22 to PG 58-28 and the testing requirements for all asphalt binders will change from PG binder testing to MSCR and percent recovery. This session will provide the background, overview, and expectations needed for pavement designers, consultants, contractors, DOT, and local agency personnel to understand.
Design And Maintenance Considerations For Buggies, Jay Grossman, Charlie Mckenzie
Design And Maintenance Considerations For Buggies, Jay Grossman, Charlie Mckenzie
Purdue Road School
Based on experiences in Elkhart County, Indiana, this session will cover topics related to designing and maintaining roads in areas with large Amish populations and heavy horse and buggy usage. Some of the topics covered will include coordination with the Amish community; implementation of buggy plates and user fees for non-motorized vehicles; characteristic road distresses caused by horse usage and maintenance options to address these impacts; adaptation of intersection sight distance design parameters for horse-drawn vehicles; and the financial impact of these changes.
Work Zone Safety Fundamentals And Best Practices, Mischa Kachler
Work Zone Safety Fundamentals And Best Practices, Mischa Kachler
Purdue Road School
Join us for a discussion of fundamental principles and best practices of temporary traffic control (TTC) that promote work zone safety. This session will cover topics that designers should know and consider when developing TTC plans. Attendees who will most benefit from this session are designers new to TTC and experienced designers looking for a refresher.
Burnout: How To Spot It And Take Action, Geri Boyer
Burnout: How To Spot It And Take Action, Geri Boyer
Purdue Road School
Every project’s goal is to meet or exceed scope, schedule, and budget. However, despite excellent project management, employee burnout can hinder this objective. Burnout causes employees to lose focus, make mistakes, and take longer to finish tasks. Burnout is also terrible for your short and long-term well-being. This presentation will identify early indicators of burnout and offer a recovery plan that can help employees recover from burnout and prevent it from occurring again.
Developing The Next Indiana Mutcd, David Boruff
Developing The Next Indiana Mutcd, David Boruff
Purdue Road School
The session will provide a brief overview of the updates to the new 11th edition of the MUTCD that would be of interest to local agencies.