UTC 2022 Funding - Cycle 1 Research Projects

Project No.: CY1-TAMU-02
Title: Risk Assessment of Port Infrastructure Considering Uncertainty in Coastal Forcing and Changing Weather Patterns
Performing Institutions: Texas A&M University and Texas A&M Transportation Institute
Principal Investigators: Arash Noshadravan, Texas A&M University; James Kruse, Texas A&M Transportation Institute; Brianne Glover, Texas A&M Transportation Institute
Start and Anticipated Completion Dates: 9/1/2023-8/31/2024
Abstract: The goal of this one-year project is to assess the resilience of Texas and Louisiana port infrastructure, including seawalls and waterfronts, amid uncertainties tied to coastal forcing and sea level rise (SLR). Uncertainties that arise from the stochastic nature of coastal forces and future extreme climate events present challenges in optimizing the resilience of these structures. This project has three primary objectives: Objective 1: Gain insight into the current practices and policies of Texas and Louisiana coastal ports for dealing with changing weather patterns; Objective 2: Conduct case studies of risk-based lifecycle assessment of port infrastructure considering uncertainties in coastal forcing, SLR, and structural stability; Objective 3: Utilize research findings to devise strategies that reduce uncertainty, enhance risk assessment, and improve lifetime reliability.
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