ASCE Cincinnati Section + Geotechnical Group Program

"Investigation and Treatment of a Swallvette"

aka: Sinkhole Remediation at the National Corvette Museum

Wednesday, March 16^th, 2016 

Presentation Description

At 5:38 am on the morning of February 12, 2014, security cameras recorded the collapse of the display floor and development of a sizable sinkhole inside the National Corvette Museum in Bowling Green, KY. The catastrophe required quick mobilization, coordination and identification of solutions to a complicated geologic condition.

This case study will review the geologic setting, and discuss the engineering judgment necessary to determine solutions while being monitored closely by peer reviewers amidst international attention. Lessons learned during this project will be addressed and the presentation will include some discussion regarding the significance of the vehicles and their influence on the decision making process.

Presentation Endorsements:

Ms. Sheila Kimlinger, SEAOI: "I attended the SEAOI trade show presentation in Springfield, IL this summer.  I thought the Corvette Museum presentation was really interesting, and something a little different. I think it would be a great topic for another industry presentation in Missouri."

Mr. Edward O’Malley, Capital Section ASCE Geotechnical Chair: “I would have to say that the Corvette Presentation you gave was in the top five of all time for our group. Come back and speak to us anytime.”

Mr. Vic McConnell, Construction Attorney and TACC member: Mike Marasa has indicated availability in making a presentation at the TACC annual meeting on November 6 regarding the Corvette museum sinkhole.  His presentation is dyno-mite!  He will be a great addition to your agenda.

Ms. Mary Ellen Large, PE, DGE, DFI Technical Activities Manager: Hi, Mike.  Thank you again for your fantastic Corvette presentation at SuperPile last week in Orlando.  So interesting and fun. We would love for you to come to Pittsburgh to make the same presentation to our local engineers. 

Speaker

Michael J. Marasa, PE, BDM:  Michael Marasa is a Senior Engineer with Hayward Baker, the largest geotechnical contractor in the United States. Mr. Marasa uses his 36 years of experience as a practicing geotechnical engineer to assist engineers and contractors with matching appropriate geotechnical construction techniques to specific site challenges and performance requirements. He frequently makes in-house presentations to engineering and construction firms to educate or update staffs on current ground improvement and foundation construction techniques including grouting, micropiles, earth retention, vibro techniques, and many others. He has authored papers on ground improvement and specialty foundation systems and has presented at numerous seminars and short courses.

Mr. Marasa is a graduate of the University of Louisville with advanced studies in the geosciences. He has been a practicing geotechnical engineer over 36 years and had registrations in multiple states. He joined Hayward Baker, Inc. in early 2005 as Senior Engineer and Regional Business Development Manager.

Other highlights:

• Past-President ASCE Nashville Branch
• Founder, Past Chairman and board member ASCE TN Section Geotechnical Group
• Founder and board member Charlotte Geotechnical Group
• Founder and board member Raleigh Geotechnical Group
• Former Member ASCE National Committee on Construction Quality Management & Inspection
• Member ASDSO, Geo-Institute, ABC, US Society on Dams, HBI Vibro Committee
• Member ASFE/GBA Geotechnical Committee
• Author of several technical papers

Program Details

• 5:30 pm - Registration 
• 6:00 pm - Dinner
• 6:30 pm - Presentation

• $10.00 for ASCE Student Members
• $25.00 for ASCE Members
• $35.00 for Non-Members