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INSTRUCTORS: 
Audrey Beaulac, P.E.
Kevin McWeeney, P.E.
Alan Zhang
Reza Alamir, P.E., M. ASCE
Rajeev Seetharam, P.E., T.E., CPE

Purpose and Background

These presentations were recorded at the ASCE Ports Conference 2025

How Reusing Existing Pavement Materials Improved New England's Only Deep-Water Container Terminal (22 minutes)

This presentation summarizes an innovative pavement rehabilitation project at the Conley Container Terminal in Boston, where full-depth reclamation (FDR) was used to reuse existing pavement and subbase materials. Attendees will learn how this sustainable approach minimized construction costs, reduced environmental impacts, and maintained operations at New England’s only deep-water container terminal. The presentation outlines geotechnical investigations, design alternatives, construction methods, and cement stabilization techniques used to ensure durability. Real-world data is shared, including cost comparisons and laboratory testing that guided the design and implementation.

Talbert Channel and Huntington Beach Channel Sheet Pile Repair Project (20 minutes)

This session presents the design-build solution for repairing deteriorated sheet pile walls in a critical Orange County flood control channel. Faced with seismic criteria, FEMA accreditation deadlines, and dense residential surroundings, engineers developed an innovative landside sheet pile system installed within inches of the original wall—avoiding in-water work and permitting delays. The project used a silent piling system to minimize disruption, and featured A690 steel sections with significant sacrificial thickness to meet a 50-year design life without cathodic protection. The result was a resilient, low-maintenance solution for 16,000 linear feet of channel wall with no interruption to flood capacity.

Simulation-based Load Repetition Estimation for Automated Terminals to Support Pavement Design (16 minutes)

This session highlights how simulation modeling can support data-driven pavement design in automated container terminals. This presentation introduces a high-fidelity approach to estimating vehicle load repetitions using operations-based simulation tools, such as FlexTerm, to analyze equipment movements in critical areas. Through case studies, attendees will see how heat maps, traffic density analysis, and theoretical validation improve pavement performance forecasting and reduce long-term maintenance costs. The session highlights the advantages of integrating simulation into modern terminal design and planning processes.

Port of Long Beach Pavement Management System (16 minutes)

This session covers how the Port of Long Beach modernized its pavement management system using advanced data collection and GIS-integrated software. This session covers the port’s step-by-step approach, including laser crack measurement, ground-penetrating radar, and deflection testing to assess 37 miles of roadway infrastructure. Presenters explain how distress data and structural indices are translated into a prioritized capital plan that supports long-term asset performance. Viewers will gain insight into selecting pavement management software, implementing cloud-based tools, and developing data-driven maintenance strategies.

Benefits and Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:

• Describe the process and benefits of full-depth reclamation (FDR) in rehabilitating pavement at a working marine terminal.
• Explain how simulation models can be used to estimate equipment load repetitions and inform pavement design at automated terminals.
• Describe the use of LiDAR, GPR, and deflection testing in evaluating pavement condition across a port-wide roadway network.
• Define how PCI data and GIS-integrated software support capital planning and long-term pavement maintenance strategies.

Assessment of Learning Outcomes

Students' achievement of the learning outcomes will be assessed via a short post-test assessment (true-false, multiple choice, and/or fill in the blank questions).

Who Should Attend?

• Port engineers
• Port authority staff
• Project managers
• General contractors
• Early career professionals

How to Earn Your CEUs/PDHs and Receive Your Certificate of Completion

To receive your certificate of completion, you will need to complete a short post-test and receive a passing score of 70% or higher within 1 year of purchasing the course.

How do I convert CEUs to PDHs?

1.0 CEU = 10 PDHs [Example: 0.1 CEU = 1 PDH]