2023 Congress
Highlights of 2023 Global Buried Asset Management Congress
Scenes From 2023 Inaugural GBAMC
Heather Himmelberger’s presentation at 2023 GBAMC

Trillions of Gallons Lost Annually Through America’s Aging Water Infrastructure
In an alarming revelation, it has been reported that the United States' aging drinking water systems are leaking trillions of gallons of water every year. This significant water loss is exacerbating the challenges faced by already shrinking cities, highlighting a...
What is asset management, anyway: The struggles of a new concept.
Author: Boston Snyder, Asset Manager, City of Goshen, IN What is asset management, anyway? I have heard this question many times since assuming my role as Asset Manager of Goshen, Indiana. For Goshen, asset management was not only a new practice, but it was also a new...
Collaborative Milestone: BAMI-I completed Asset Management Plan Development for Switz City
February 5, 2024, marked a significant step in our journey toward developing the asset management plan for Switz City, Indiana, as the BAMI-I/Purdue Underground Infrastructure Team (UIT) Team presented phase results to the Town Council of Switz City. The meeting,...
Flattening the investment peak of pressure pipelines with ‘inspect before invest’ approach Unprecedented replacement exercise
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COMPRESSION FIT HDPE PIPE – ANOTHER PROVEN PIPELINE REPLACEMENT METHOD ASTM Standard Codifies Method for Gravity and Pressure Pipe for Both Water and Force Main Projects
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. - It wasn’t a typical, normal sliplining job to replace a failing force main line here. The original ductile iron pipe had deformed and had severe ovality. Hydrogen sulfide gas from the sewage flow made sulfuric acid, which collected at the top of...
Navigating the Complexities of SUE Certification: A Closer Look at Professional Liability and Expertise
Authors: Greg Jeffries, CUC, M.ASCE with contribution from Jim Anspach, PG, D.M.ASCE Introduction In the realm of Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE), a recent resurgence of interest in my older article, “Almost SUE is not SUE,” has sparked a vital conversation about...
Continuing the Journey: BAMI-I Sets the Stage for the Second GBAMC in Indianapolis in 2024
The Global Buried Asset Management Congress (GBAMC) has quickly established itself as a pivotal event in the asset management industry, providing a platform for professionals to share insights, innovations, and best practices. This congress facilitates vital...
Message From BAMI-I President:Why are States Requiring Water Utilities to Develop Asset Management Plans?
Every year significant funding passes through State agencies such as the SRF (State Revolving Funds) for water (wastewater, drinking water and storm water) projects. A comprehensive risk-based asset management plan (AMP) provides the guidance to ensure that this money...
Preliminary Design and Installation of PVC Water Piping Systems Signup
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Asset Management for Waterworks in South Korea: Trends and Case Study
Authors: Kibum Kim, Ph.D., Visiting scholar in the Division of Construction Engineering and Management, Purdue University. Introduction Problems caused by aging water supply facilities are increasing worldwide. In countries that built water supply facilities...
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