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This presentation will discuss two separate topics. First, the development of models to predict permanent ground deformation (PGD) as a result of liquefaction and seismically induced landsliding in the San Francisco Bay Area (SFBA) are presented. These models use existing geologic and geotechnical data to develop a ground model which is then used with inputs of peak horizontal ground deformation and moment magnitude to estimate PGD (i.e. vertical settlement and lateral spread for liquefaction and deformation and runout length for landslides). The second topic will discuss the demolition of the tallest electric transmission tower in North America and various geophysical methods used to monitor ground vibrations. The purpose of the monitoring is to ensure safety of a nearby levee and to learn about how earthquake ground motions may be influenced by the soft soils in the California Delta.
Biography
Michael Boone attended undergraduate school at the University of Oregon with a major in geology and received his master's at UC Davis focusing on geotechnical engineering. He is a licensed civil engineer and geologist in the State of California with over 20 years of experience. Michael is a manager in PG&E's Geosciences department. He and his team support various lines of business in PG&E including gas and electric transmission and distribution, power generation, energy storage, and corporate real estate.