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April Dallas Branch Meeting Speaker: Dolan McKnight, P.E.,Manager of Permitting, Regulatory Compliance, and Special Studies at the North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD)
Sponsor: Halff Associates Day: Monday 12-Apr-10 11:00 AM Location: Crown Plaza Hotel (Dallas Market Center) 7050 Stemmons Freeway (IH 35E) Dallas, Texas 75247 RegisterMapquest | Add to Calendar
Last month Clarence Daugherty, P.E. of Jacobs presented an update on the Woodall Rodgers Deck Park. This park is the result of the creative vision and forward thinking of leaders at the City of Dallas and the consultant community. It reminds us that engineers are creators, visionaries and problem solvers. Civil engineers literally build civilizations. Our creativity and vision are essential to the successful and sustainable future of our developed world. In February our Dallas Branch... [More Info]
M. Dolan McKnight, P.E. is the Manager of Permitting, Regulatory Compliance, and Special Studies at the North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD). Dolan was been with the NTMWD for 32 years. He received his Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree in Chemical Engineering from Rice University and a Master’s Degree in Environmental Engineering & Management from University of Texas at Arlington. At the NTMWD, Dolan is responsible for permit issues for eighteen wastewater plants, he... [More Info]
We have our big annual Dallas vs. Fort Worth ASCE golf tournament scheduled for Friday afternoon April 16, 2010 at Bear Creek Golf Course. We are seeking players and sponsors. Registration and Sponsorship form is available here. To see pictures of the fun and excitement from last year's ASCE Golf Tournament, click here. 100% of the proceeds from this event go towards our newly established Fort Worth ASCE Civil Engineering Scholarship Endowment at UTA and will be matched dollar for dollar by UTA... [More Info]
Since 1950, Halff has grown from a one-man office to a diverse, multi-disciplined professional services firm whose contributions have benefited almost every realm of society – some obvious, some not as visible, but all important to the people and communities they serve. From planning and designing infrastructure and facilities, to reserving and enhancing natural and cultural resources, we make the places and create the environments that impact millions of people everyday. We provide... [More Info]
Technical Presentation from the Geotechnical Institute Dr. Tom Witherspoon (University of Texas at Arlington) will be presenting with Pomme Apple (University of Texas at Arlington grad student). Title: Inclined Load Tests on Drilled Shafts Dr. Witherspoon’s Doctoral research was the first of its kind to evaluate and assess remedial piering and piling systems used to repair foundations. This research has improved knowledge of foundation underpinning systems, helping homeowners... [More Info]
The North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) has recently completed the largest constructed wetlands project in the United States on the East Fork of the Trinity River. Pumping stations and pipelines were also constructed at a cost of nearly $250 M to convey treated water taken from the East Fork and treated through the wetlands to Lake Lavon, the District’s main water supply. The presentation will not only discuss engineering aspects of this project but also the water supply... [More Info]
The G. B. Mann Scholarship Application deadline to submit has been extended to April 9, 2010. The American Society of Civil Engineers' Dallas Branch will be awarding 3-5 scholarships of at least $1,500 each, to high school seniors / undergraduate college students in the greater Dallas area interested in pursuing a career in Civil Engineering. The following criteria are considered in our evaluation of the scholarship applicants. Desire to pursue a Civil Engineering career Financial need... [More Info]
ASCE Dallas Branch Young Member Announcements The annual Dallas vs. Fort Worth ASCE golf tournament is scheduled for Friday April 16, 2010 at Bear Creek Golf Course. We are seeking for players and sponsors. 100% of the proceeds from this event go towards our newly established Fort Worth ASCE Civil Engineering Scholarship Endowment at UTA and will be matched dollar for dollar by UTA through the Maverick Match program. We are doubling our donation! Please consider participating. We are also... [More Info]
ASCE Texas Section Spring Meeting in Austin Sunday, April 11 – Tuesday, April 13, 2010 Earth(quake), Wind and Fire! Get the training you need to assess the safety of buildings and other infrastructure after these disasters, by taking the ASCE Post Disaster Safety Assessment Program Training Seminar. Note: Enrollment limited to 45 participants. Wondering if you're using the PTI 3rd Edition of the Slab on Grade Manual correctly, while pondering the current rules and regulations of the... [More Info]
Engineer’s Week & the Dallas Branch Exhibit The Dallas Branch of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Celebrated E-Week and lived up to the E-Week Theme “Celebrate Engineering Volunteerism” by participating in the Engineering Outreach Activities throughout E-Week. ASCE sponsored an Exhibit at the Dallas Museum of Nature and Science, located at Fair Park, the home of the State Fair of Texas and participated in the E-Week from Feb 15-Feb 19 and the “Tech... [More Info]
ASCE Camping Trip – April 23 – 25, 2010 The ASCE Younger Members & Students are organizing a multi-branch camping trip. It will be on the beautiful Cedar Creek Lake in Malakoff, Texas. General Information • $16 +tax/ night w/ 2 tents allowed per sight (all waterfront) - 8 People Max per site • Only one vehicle per camping spot additional vehicle but must park in grass area near the boat ramp • Water and electric available at all sites • ... [More Info]
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ASCE Spring/Summer 2010 Continuing Education Seminars and Computer Workshops Below is a list of upcoming Continuing Education seminars and computer workshops in our Region. These in-depth, practice-oriented programs are produced by ASCE’s Continuing Education Department and may be of interest to you. SEMINARS & COMPUTER WORKSHOP LINKS TECHNICAL DIVISION DATES CITY/STATE Seismic Design of Highway Bridges Structural May 6-7 Dallas, TX HEC-HMS Computer Workshop ... [More Info]
In 2008, the nation’s Infrastructure was given the grade D by the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE). Roadways received the lowest grade given, a D minus. In Texas roads were identified as the number one infrastructure concern. As the Metropolitan Planning Organization for the North Central Texas Region, the NCTCOG is no stranger to roadway issues. We even have specific programs to support and promote sustainable roadways, such as the Alternative Futures Policy Program, the... [More Info]
Technical Institutes: Take Advantage of FREE Local Professional Development by Rachel R. Hayden, P.E. Have you ever attended one of the Dallas Branch’s technical institute seminars? If not, you are missing a wonderful opportunity to enrich your professional development and receive free, local technical training. No travel costs, no registration fees. At the national level, membership in one technical institute is free with your ASCE membership, and members can join additional... [More Info]
ASCE invites your nominations for the 2010 Professional Practice Ethics and Leadership Award. The award recognizes an engineer-leader for a specific accomplishment or for lifetime achievements that demonstrate superior ethics and leadership while the individual participated in professional practice or service to the public. The individual must be a licensed professional engineer, may not currently (or within five years) serve on the ASCE Board of Direction or the ASFE Board of Directors, and... [More Info]
Take five minutes to share your salary for inclusion in the Engineering Income and Salary Survey and you'll receive a free electronic report with salary information for your level in any region of the country. More than 20,000 engineers have completed the survey, which compiles your information with others so your salary data always remains anonymous. Complete the Salary Survey and get your free electronic report; subscriptions are available for purchase. Visit... [More Info]
The Texas State Guard (TXSG) is recruiting civil engineering, water and wastewater plant operations (TCEQ Class “A” through “C” license), logistics, human resources, communications, weather, and administrative professionals for its new Civil Engineer Brigade. The Brigade provides engineering support for water, wastewater, and other utilities damaged by natural or man-made disasters and for general disaster relief operations. When authorized by the Governor and the... [More Info]
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