Abstract: Transported debris in open channels can lead to accumulations and, therefore, cause blockages at trash racks. Velocity distributions and flow patterns change because of these blockages and may lead to geomorphic condition ...

Abstract: Productivity prediction and cost estimation of horizontal directional drilling (HDD) as a trenchless technology technique involves a large number of objective and subjective factors, which should be carefully identified ...

Abstract: Metro systems usually offer an attractive alternative for mass transit transportation system in most large cities. Such infrastructures require proper maintenance and rehabilitation (M&R) programs to maintain them within ...

Abstract: The Federation of Canadian Municipalities reported that approximately 55% of sewer infrastructure in Canada did not meet current standards. Therefore, the burden on Canadian municipalities to maintain and prioritize sewers ...

Abstract: Government authorities are responsible for managing their available budget so that they gain maximum benefit. Therefore, they must make intelligent decisions as to which projects will be funded and the degree of funding. ...

Abstract: In Canada and the United States, there have been 700 water main breaks per day costing more than CAD 6 billion since 2000. Risk of failure is defined as the combination of probability and impact severity of a particular ...

Abstract: Canadian municipalities spend $12–15 billion annually on infrastructure, but it does not seem to be enough. Similarly, it is reported in the United States that the cost of upgrading the water system would cost US $77 billion ...

Abstract: Overall performance of energy infrastructure in the United States has been assessed as D+. More than 65% of America’s energy is transported through the oil and gas pipelines, which have experienced more than 10,000 failures ...