BHATE Geosciences has provided Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) services using ASCE- 38 protocol since 2005. In 2010, UAB selected BHATE for campus-wide SUE services for installation of over 27,000 feet of steam and condensate return lines that serve over 200 buildings. In 2012, we were the first Alabama Company selected by ALDOT to provide statewide SUE services. We currently also have SUE contracts with ALDOT, MDOT, and other states. Subsurface Utility Engineering is now a standard requirement for infrastructure projects.
Existing subsurface utilities and related underground structures constitute a significant portion of infrastructure. Inaccurate, incomplete, and/or out-of-date information on the existence and location of existing subsurface utilities reduces the ability of owners and designers to make informed decisions resulting in significantly increased risk.
Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) is a specialized engineering practice that involves managing risks associated with underground utilities. SUE combines geophysics, surveying, and engineering to investigate utilities and identify potential conflicts and resolutions in project design. SUE is used to:
- Map and Coordinate utilities, excavation conflicts, and relocation
- Communicate existing utility data (location and depth)
- Provide information to estimate utility relocation costs
- SUE can help reduce problems such as:
- Project delays caused by waiting for utility relocations
- Redesigning due to unexpected utility conflicts
- Contractor delays caused by cutting or damaging utility lines
- Claims by contractors for delays caused by unexpected utility encounters
- Deaths, injuries, property damage, and environmental releases caused by damaging utility lines
BHATE owns all of the geophysics, GPR, and other utility location tools and equipment necessary for use by our experienced SUE team that stand by ready to meet your project needs.
Clients that routinely rely on our expertise for Subsurface Utility Engineering services include State DOTs, Healthcare, Industrial, Universities, Contractors, Municipalities, and corporate entities.
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Josh Bhate
LEED AP, QCxP, CxA, CxA+BE
Chief Operations Officer
jbhate@bdandps.com