Nevada Department of Transportation

Project: 608-17-803: Lateral Analysis of Drilled Shafts in Nevada Based on LRFD Framework 

NDOT and the University of Nevada, Reno are researching using offshore bridge innovation in Load and Resistance Factor Design (LRFD), focusing on large diameter drilled shafts that have larger lateral bridge load capacities. This research will result in new building guidelines and tools, cutting down on foundation costs and increasing safety and bridge longevity. Read Full Summary Here.