Burk GeoConsult, LLC

Robert L. Burk, Ph.D., LG, LEG

Proposed Juneau, Alaska

 40-Mile Long  Access Highway

Bio -- Robert L. Burk, Ph.D., LG, LEG

 
Dr. Burk has extensive national and international experience in the practical application of the geological sciences to geohazard analysis and site characterization for mines, power transmission lines, highways and pipelines.  Broad knowledge of investigative techniques includes:
  • Aerial imagery analysis
  • Geologic mapping
  • Disconituity mapping and rockmass characterization
  • Petrography
  • Planning marine and terrestrial geophysical investigations
  • Use of satellite data for slope stability monitoring
  • Ground and aerial LiDAR
  • Sirovision
  • Remote field monitoring techniques to provide comprehensive site characterization information  
Site characterization techniques are tailored according to the needs of the project and the physical scales necessary to provide dependable results for engineering design.
Work with construction claims includes claim evaluation, claim preparation and expert witness testimony..

Education

Ph.D., Earth and Space Sciences (Quaternary Research), University of Washington

M.S., Earth and Space Sciences, University of Washington
B.S., Geological Sciences, San Diego State University, California
 

Additional Courses:

Geological Engineering, University of California, Berkeley; Environmental Isotopes, American Groundwater Association; Remote Sensing, U.S. Geological Survey;  Mediation Techniques, The Mediation Institute;  Keyblock Analysis in Rock Mechanics, University of California, Berkeley