Advantages of Deep Foundation Testing in Bridge Construction Projects
Join us for the spring Engineering Seminar Series as Rob Kramer, Geophysical Services Manager at Terracon, presents Advantages of Deep Foundation Testing in Bridge Construction Projects.
Deep foundation testing plays a pivotal role in ensuring the stability, durability, and performance of bridges, serving as a critical component in their construction process. This presentation explores the advantages associated with deep foundation testing in bridge construction projects, describing its significance in mitigating risks, optimizing design, and enhancing overall project efficiency. Through a review of case studies and best practices, we discuss the various testing methods employed, including pile load testing, integrity testing, and dynamic testing, and their respective contributions to assessing foundation performance. Furthermore, the presentation discusses how deep foundation testing facilitates informed decision-making throughout the project lifecycle, from site selection and design optimization to construction and post-construction monitoring. By showcasing the tangible benefits such as increased safety, reduced construction costs, and extended service life of bridges, this presentation aims to underscore the importance of deep foundation testing in ensuring the success and sustainability of bridge infrastructure projects.

About the presenter
Rob Kramer has worked for Terracon for over 15 years. He is a regional services manager in charge of geophysics and instrumented services. Kramer helps Terracon project managers and clients better understand subsurface site conditions through geophysics and related technologies.
About the company
Terracon is an employee-owned multidiscipline engineering consulting firm founded in 1965. With more than 6,000 employees in 175 offices nationwide, our engineers, scientists, architects, facilities experts, and field professionals are focused on solving engineering and technical challenges on your upcoming project. Terracon was named a top 20 design firm by Engineering News-Record (ENR) in 2024.
About the Engineering Seminar Series
The University of Wisconsin-Platteville Engineering Seminar Series is offered on campus and via zoom. Free and open to the public, these presentations showcase the plan, design, construction, and maintenance of real-world engineering projects and how they change our community. Attendees are eligible for one professional development hour.
To request disability accommodations, contact the College of Engineering, Mathematics and Science at 608.342.1561 or emsdeansoffice@uwplatt.edu