Landslides Best Practices Fatma Ciloglu, Ph.D., P.E. IRISE ANNUAL MEETING MAY 24, 2021
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The Research Problem
The need for a Best Practices Document during “Exploring Approaches to Managing Landslide Risks” workshop and IRISE Brainstorming session Landslides Best Practices Document to summarize corrective actions to be applied in landslide situations with similar characteristics and to use available funds more effectively University of Pittsburgh | Swanson School of Engineering
Project Objectives
To compile a Best Practices Document for Landslides To identify class/type of landslides impacting southwestern PA infrastructure To identify corrective actions taken for each landslide class/type To identify challenges in design procedures and permitting processes and improvements needed in current design and permitting procedures and procurement practices. University of Pittsburgh | Swanson School of Engineering
Project Approach/Deliverables
Establish fundamental guidelines to characterize type and form of landslide, assess hazards and take corrective action within the framework of “best practices” Identify proven/long-term or reliable design approach(es) as well as innovative construction methods and materials that will provide a more resilient infrastructure system Bring forth emerging technology being used in other regions to mitigate landslides Make distinction about acceptable consequences to tailor solutions to the target audience Final Best Practices Document and interim quarterly submission of the working material
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Schedule/Status
May 2021 : Start of the Research November 2022 : Completion of the Research Development of Detailed Table of Content Development of Project Panel
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Application of Research Results
Region-specific Best Practices document targeting Geotechnical practitioners and agencies who are familiar with the geologic setting in Southwestern Pennsylvania Best practices compilation will provide value and benefit to other regions or agencies A guiding principle is to strive to do the “right sized” with the “right thing” at the “right time”
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