Subsurface Characterization for Deep Foundations
This technical committee is intended to focus on considerations for site investigation for the design and construction of deep foundations. The formation of the committee is rooted in a need to increase awareness of the importance of complete and competent site investigation in deep foundation practices.
Committee Chair
Scott Walker, P.E., G.E.
Langan Engineering and Environmental Services, LLC
Scott Walker, P.E., G.E., is a principal engineer at LANGAN with more than 25 years of expertise in geotechnical and seismic solutions. He specializes in practical and sophisticated approaches to challenging sites, including deep excavations and long foundations for tall buildings. Walker is active in DFI, the San Francisco Geo-Institute, and SEAoNC committees.
Purpose Statement
- Increase stakeholder awareness of the necessity to effectively manage ground risks.
- Promote the value of proper and adequate subsurface exploration and characterization for informed design, improved constructability and bid economy.
- Promote effective procurement practices for subsurface characterization services.
- Promote proper and appropriate methods, including innovative technologies when suitable, and recognize appropriate standards for performing subsurface exploration and characterization.
- Promote adequate construction observation monitoring to determine whether field modifications are necessary during construction.
- Collaborate with similar organizations to improve the professionalism of subsurface characterization.
Committee News & Events
- Jul-Aug 2025 Committee Chair’s Report in Deep Foundations magazine
- DFI Announces New Chair for Subsurface Characterization for Deep Foundations Committee
- Call for Abstracts Released for First International Conference on Monitoring While Drilling
- Mary Nodine published in the Boston Society of Civil Engineers Section (BSCES) newsletter
Fundamentals
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