Solar Shade Structures

Geotechnical Investigation and Materials Testing and Inspection for Construction of Solar Shade Structures (2014) The project included the proposed development and construction of two sets of PV array structures. In 2014, GAI performed a geotechnical investigation. Afterward, and during construction, GAI provided geotechnical materials testing and performed continuous and periodic inspections in compliance with the…

Yorba Power Substation

Geotechnical Site Investigation for Yorba Power Substation (2015) The project site was in the City of Anaheim, California, and expanded over two adjacent properties with the addresses of 5030 and 4952 La Palma Avenue. To upgrade the 12KV Switchgear and Control Building, the proposed developments included the construction of three new poles, many switchgear, and…

Photovoltaic (PV) Solar Energy System Projects

Various Schools, Geotechnical Investigation, and Seismic Hazard Evaluation for Photovoltaic (PV) Solar Energy System Projects (2014-2016) The GAI team has completed geotechnical and geohazard investigations for sets of PV array parking shade structures for numerous school sites within Southern California. The following school districts are among the ones our team performed field investigation, laboratory testing,…