Welcome to the Geotechnical Office

Administrator: Rodrigo Herrera, P.E. - State Geotechnical Engineer

Culture

Integrity and accountability
Technical excellence
Public service and stewardship
Collaboration and respect
Commitment and growth
Resilience and adaptability

Contact Us

Rodrigo Herrera
State Geotechnical Engineer
(850) 414-4377

Geotechnical Staff Directory

Soil and Foundations Handbook (2024)

Provides Geotechnical Engineers
with established procedures for
performing geotechnical activities for
the Florida Department of Transportation.

RESOURCES

The Geotechnical Engineers establish and implement FDOT' s geotechnical policies & procedures regarding the design and construction of structural foundation systems, walls and reinforced soil applications. They coordinate with the Area Structures Engineers to ensure Category 2 bridge plans generated by consultants are in general compliance with the Department's policies and procedures. They ensure all deviations from normal FDOT geotechnical policies and procedures are only in the best interest of the Department, they assist the District Structures Offices in properly developing Category 1 projects, and support the District Materials, Structures and Construction Offices as requested. The Geotechnical Engineers manage ongoing geotechnical research projects and assist with the review of research projects managed by the Materials, Construction and Drainage Offices.

Establishing statewide geotechnical policies and procedures for all FDOT projects.
Providing assistance to all district personnel as needed.