Structural Investigation of Bridge Girders After Fire
Bridges
Concrete Science, Inc.
Investigation, testing, and engineering for concrete and masonry structures
About the firm
Concrete Science, Inc. is an award-winning engineering practice specializing in the condition assessment, advanced testing, and forensic investigation of concrete and masonry structures. Founded in 1995, it integrates decades of construction, repair, and forensic engineering expertise to deliver precise, client-focused solutions. The practice combines civil-structural engineering and advanced non-destructive testing with petrographic and chemical analysis to diagnose structural failures, determine why they happened, and develop cost-effective repair designs. From legal professionals to engineers and public officials, clients rely on its state-of-the-art laboratory and seasoned engineering team for clear insights.
- Established
- 1995
- Team
- Small
- Firm type
- Civil Engineering · Forensic Engineering · Materials Testing · Structural Engineering
Credentials
USACE & AASHTO Validated Testing Laboratory
People
Ashok KakadeFounder, Principal Engineer
Kate MorelPrincipal Petrographer
Hemant LimayePrincipal Engineer
Parag KulkarniStructural Engineer
Marshal RawlinsonAssociate
Capabilities
Condition Assessment and Testing
Thorough condition evaluation, investigation, and testing of structural concrete and masonry elements.
- Condition Evaluation
Provides preliminary and detailed assessments to identify potential causes of distress and determine the need for further investigation.
- Investigation & Field Testing
Conducts field testing per ACI 364.1R-19 using ASTM-approved methods like pulse velocity, impact echo, and ground-penetrating radar to evaluate structural condition.
- Petrography Lab & Testing
Performs concrete petrography per ASTM C856 to analyze composition, air-void systems, aggregate compatibility, and deterioration mechanisms like alkali-silica reaction.
- Chemical Testing
Determines carbonation depth and measures water-soluble or acid-soluble chloride content in concrete samples.
Repair Engineering
Practical and cost-effective repair design and quality assurance services.
- Engineering & Repair Design
Develops cost-effective and practical repair designs based on decades of structural and materials engineering experience.
- Repair & Quality Assurance
Provides quality assurance and periodic monitoring during repair construction to ensure compliance with specifications.
Forensic Engineering and Expert Services
Expert witness and litigation support for disputes involving material failures and design defects.
- Expert Witness
Offers objective technical testimony and litigation support for disputes involving concrete defects, material failures, or code compliance.
Industries
Bridges · Infrastructure · Historic Preservation · Parking · Legal · Insurance · Government
Projects
City Infrastructure - Fire Damaged Box Culvert
Infrastructure
Santa Rosa Wildfires Rehabilitation
Infrastructure
Multi-Level Parking Structure Assessment
Parking