Seismic & Lateral Loads Committee

Mark M. Petersen P.E., G.E, Chairman

A Committee formed in December of 2004 consisting of industry wide professionals to focus on the unique issues of seismic design and construction as well as related concerns of other lateral load issues such as may apply in marine applications, ice and permafrost regions.

Committee Notes

 

  • Bob Kruger is working to update the Design Guidelines for the Lateral Loads based on the final comments of the Technical Advisory Committee.
  • The committee is in the process of providing comments to the AASHTO Guide Specifications for LRFD Seismic Bridge Design.
  • The committee is looking for ways to work with the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat. 
  • Plans will be made for a Lateral Pile Software Seminar in 2012. 
  • Interested in becoming a member of this committee? Write a letter to DFI Headquarters on your company letterhead, indicating your interest in joining and your reasons/experience level.

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