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

Soil and Foundations Handbook (2024)

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

Contact Us

Rodrigo Herrera
State Geotechnical Engineer
(850) 414-4377
Geotechnical Staff Directory

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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.