ASCE OC Branch January Luncheon - Delivering the State’s First DDI
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| Calendar | OC YMF |
|---|---|
| Location | The Center Club650 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 |
| Date | Thursday, January 18, 2018 at 11:30am - 1:00pm |
| Duration | 1 hours, 30 minutes |
| Details | TOPIC - DELIVERING THE STATE'S FIRST DIVERGING DIAMOND INTERCHANGE (DDI) The ASCE Orange County Branch invites you to attend the January Luncheon featuring Rob Himes, P.E. and Aaron Silva, P.E. for a presentation on the State's First Diverging Diamond Interchange (DDI) currently being developed by the City of Manteca and in close coordination with Caltrans District 10. The City of Manteca needed to reconfigure the State Route 120 (SR 120)/Union Road Interchange to increase traffic capacity and safety. However, previous studies for the interchange recommended a partial cloverleaf configuration, which exceeded the City’s available construction funding. The City wanted a more efficient interchange configuration that provided the needed capacity enhancements. The City selected a new interchange type, a Diverging Diamond, the first to be constructed in the state of California. Learn how the City and the Mark Thomas team have been able to work with Caltrans to gain approval for the new interchange type, as well as develop a project that will provide capacity and safety for all travel modes. Join us for this informative presentation to learn more about the project, the approval process and lessons learned. About The Speakers: Rob Himes, P.E. - President and Prinicipal As President of Mark Thomas, he leads a staff of 180 engineers, planners, surveyors, and professionals in eleven offices located throughout the state. He brings innovative solutions to the transportation projects he spearheads; beginning at initial planning and concept development through to stage construction. He has over 31 years of experience working with municipalities, resource agencies and Caltrans to bring much needed bridge, roadway and infrastructure improvements to the communities in California. Rob brings experience in managing the full‐range of projects; however he specializes in large, complex projects, including interchanges, corridor widening, bridge replacements, grade separations, and complete streets. As principal in charge for many of MTCo’s important projects, Rob’s focus is on client service. His primary duty for projects is to make sure the firm is delivering accurate work that serves the client’s needs, while working within budget and targeted schedule. In addition to leading projects, he oversees a staff training program. Since 2007, Rob has been teaching a 3‐day Geometric Design Class through the ITS Tech Transfer Program at UC Berkeley. Hundreds of local agency, Caltrans, and private consultant professionals have attended the class to learn the basics of geometric design based on both the Highway Design Manual and the AASHTO Green Book. Aaron Silva, P.E. - Deputy Project Manager Aaron Silva has more than 10 years of experience in the design and delivery of municipal and transportation projects. Aaron is a highly skilled geometrician and is knowledgeable with Caltrans design standards. His experience includes planning and initiation documents, project approvals and environmental clearance, and final PS&E for several interchange projects throughout California. Aaron is also involved in developing innovative solutions for active transportation to improve pedestrian and bicycles safety and access. For Questions, please contact Jazzy Quinabo @ jazzy.quinabo@jacobs.com. Contact marketing@asceoc.org for sponsorship opportunities. |
| Repeats? | No |