Tag: AEG

AEG Debris Flow Seminar

AEG On Saturday, November 10th, 2018, the Southern California and Inland Empire Chapters of AEG (Association of Environmental & Engineering Geologists) held a seminar addressing Debris Flow Hazards. The seminar was hosted by the California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, Geology Department, at the Kellogg West Conference Center. Most noteworthy, topics included: GEER Activities following Montecito… Read more »

Hydroconsolidation of Soils

Hydroconsolidation of soils is an all too common problem in southern California.   Hydroconsolidation According to the Association of Environmental & Engineering Geologists (AEG) expansive and collapsible soils are frequent and costly geologic hazards. Hydroconsolidation is commonly referred to as soil collapse. Typically, it occurs when loose, dry, sandy soils become saturated and settle. Geology… Read more »

AEG Inland Empire Chapter Annual Field Trip

On Saturday, April 30th, 2016, staff from Earth Systems and Klienfelder guided the AEG Inland Empire Chapter Annual Field Trip. The focus of the trip was on the San Jacinto Fault Zone, the Casa Loma Fault Zone, and the geology through the towns of San Jacinto and Hemet in Riverside County, California. Other stops included the… Read more »