Many state agencies are curious about Accelerated Bridge Construction (ABC) but need additional guidance on how to implement an ABC program. TRB hosted a webinar on Wednesday, August 30, 2023 from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM Eastern that provided training in implementing ABC programs. Presenters shared how to establish a strategic plan, estimate time and cost for projects, and how to reduce and offset costs.

This webinar is based on NCHRP Web-Only Document 242: Recommended AASHTO Guide Specifications for ABC Design and Construction.

This webinar was sponsored by TRB’s Standing Technical Committees on Construction of Bridges and Structures and Innovative Highway Structures and Appurtenances.

The slides are linked in the meeting materials. View the recorded webinar below.

Webinar agenda and presenters

1. Timing, cost estimating, and implementing ABC in a state department of transportation– Michael P. Culmo, CHA Consulting, Inc.

2. Important factors to consider in ABC project selection – Rachelle Clark, CHA Consulting, Inc.

3. Question and answer session moderated by Mary Lou Ralls Newman, Ralls Newman, LLC

The first 60 minutes of the webinar were for presentations and the final 30 minutes were reserved for audience questions.

Learning Objectives

At the end of this webinar, participants can:

1. Establish a strategic ABC plan to turn detractors into champions

2. Estimate time and cost for ABC projects

3. Reduce and offset ABC costs

Professional Development Hours

This webinar was delivered as a scheduled – e-learning live event and is categorized within RCEP as Technical, Health and Safety.

Professional Development Hours (PDHs) earned on completion of this program were reported to the Registered Continuing Education Program (RCEP). Certificates of Completion are issued to all participants via the RCEP.net online system. Complaints about registered providers may be addressed to RCEP, 1015 15th Street, NW, 8th Fl., Washington, DC, 20005.

American Institute of Certified Planners Certification Maintenance Credits

This webinar was approved by the American Planning Association (APA) for 1.5 Certification Maintenance (CM) Credits. CM credits provide continuing education opportunities for AICP Certified Planners to continue their professional skills and knowledge. To receive CM credits, Certified Planners should visit the TRB event webpage on American Planning Association and register their participation. If you have problems reporting your CM credits or have general questions about the CM program, please contact the APA.