Geotechnical Engineering
GeoTek provides subsurface exploration and geotechnical design reports for construction of all types of structures and facilities such as roads, highways, bridges, high rise buildings, residential developments, hospitals, military bases, storm water control, earthen dams, detention basins and levees, underground utilities, schools, and more. With over 20 years of experience, GeoTek has engineers and geologists that are experienced in diverse projects and are able to provide innovative engineering solutions for projects with various site conditions. Our believe is that good engineering is cost-effective engineering. Our offices are strategically located in Nevada, California, Idaho, and New Mexico to allow us to service projects through the western United States including remote locations. Our geotechnical services include:
- Geotechnical Drilling and Subsurface Explorations
- Geotechnical Evaluation Reports
- Foundation Design
- Flood Channel and Earthen Dam Design
- Utility Pipeline Design Parameters
- Engineering Analysis
- Groundwater Level Surveys & Dewartering
- Forensic Investigations
- Infiltration/Percolation Testing
Foundation Design
GeoTek provides design recommendation for various foundation types. Prior to breaking ground on a site, GeoTek will evaluate surface and subsurface site conditions, perform in-depth laboratory testing, and engineering and/or geologic analysis to determine cost effect foundation design for your specific project. Our experience includes providing geotechnical design and foundation types such as:
- Conventional
- Post-Tension
- WRI Design Methods
- Walls (MSE, Masonry, Rockery)
- Deep Foundations
Engineering Analysis
GeoTek's team of engineers uses current analysis software and best practices to determine innovative and cost-effective solutions that not only meet local jurisdictional requirements and ensure public safety, but that also meet our clients' needs. GeoTek provides project-specific engineering analyses such as:
- Liquefaction Evaluation
- Slope Stability and Design
- Landslide Stabilization
- Settlement Potentials
- Seepage Analysis
Geologic Analysis
Many projects are located in areas with diverse geologic conditions and potential geologic hazards. GeoTek has a team of experienced, licensed geologists that can perform an array of geologic investigations and analysis that may be required for development of your projects. Our team can provide the following geologic engineering services:
- Fault Hazard Studies
- Subsidence & Ground Fissure Evaluations
- Landslide Identification/Mapping
- Rock Hardness Studies
- Rock Slope Stability Analysis
- Rock Fall Hazard Analysis
- Assessment for Naturally Occurring Asbestos
- Groundwater Modeling