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DeKalb reports major sewage spill
February 2011, Vol. 66 No. 2

In Georgia’s DeKalb County, officials say 12,600 gallons of raw sewage spilled near Emory University on Jan. 16.

A sewer pipe under Hancock Drive burst, spilling the untreated sewage into Peachtree Creek behind the college campus, according to DeKalb watershed management records.

AEM survey predicts slight increase in business through 2013
February 2011, Vol. 66 No. 2

In the just-released construction equipment "business outlook" survey of the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM):
• Construction machinery manufacturers predict overall business in the United States to close out 2010 with 6.4-percent growth, then gain 12.7 percent in 2011 and 14.8 percent in 2012, followed by 2013 growth of 13.0 percent.

FEMA to pay Biloxi $350M to fix water and sewer lines
February 2011, Vol. 66 No. 2

More than a million feet of sewer and water lines will get a major overhaul in Biloxi, MS, over the next few months. FEMA is funding the nearly $350 million bill to repair existing lines, including storm drains damaged during Hurricane Katrina.

Indianapolis plans to provide cleaner water
February 2011, Vol. 66 No. 2

The Department of Justice, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the state of Indiana have reached an agreement with the city of Indianapolis on important modifications to a 2006 consent decree that will make Indianapolis’ sewer system more efficient, leading to major reductions in sewage contaminated water at a savings to the city of approximately $444 million.

Proposed HDD To Advance Water System On Hawaiian Islands
February 2011, Vol. 66 No. 2

The Kauai Board of Water Supply has issued a Request for Proposals for a water development project that uses groundbreaking advances in the art of horizontal directional drilling (HDD), while building on existing water development technology in the Hawaiian Islands.

In Memoriam: Dr. Bernard S. “Bernie” Lee
February 2011, Vol. 66 No. 2

Dr. Bernard S. “Bernie” Lee, passed away on Nov. 7, 2010. Dr. Lee, former president and CEO of the Institute of Gas Technology (IGT), was well-known and highly respected within the natural gas community. With his passion for excellence and his commitment to energy, Dr. Lee’s presence had an enduring impact on the natural gas industry and helped secure a successful future for the organization.

NTSB Issues Update On San Bruno Pipeline Investigation
February 2011, Vol. 66 No. 2

The investigative group conducting the metallurgical examination of the pipe is chaired by the National Transportation Safety Board and includes technical experts from the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) and Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E).

Commercial construction starts expected to improve in 2011
January 2011 Vol. 66 No. 1

McGraw-Hill Construction, part of The McGraw-Hill Companies, has released its 2011 Construction Outlook, which predicts an increase in overall U.S. construction starts for next year. The level of construction starts in 2011 is expected to advance 8 percent to $445.5 billion, following the 2 percent decline predicted for 2010.

Hawaii Updates Its Infrastructure
January 2011 Vol. 66 No. 1

Rev. William Kaina blessed the new micro tunnel-boring machine during the christening ceremony in Honolulu, HI. He is standing with Patricia Coluccio next to one of the CCFRPM pipes.

Earthquake Effects And Trenchless Technologies Workshop Held In Istanbul
January 2011 Vol. 66 No. 1

On Aug. 17, 1999, a powerful earthquake hit Turkey’s Marmara region, destroying the city of Istanbul, causing more than 17,000 deaths and 40,000 injuries. In the wake of this region’s disaster, there are predictions of another large earthquake occurring in Istanbul in the near future.

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