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The Geotechnical Engineering Unit provides the expertise required by NCDOT in
the geologic and geotechnical engineering aspects of planning, design, construction
and maintenance of North Carolina highways. The Unit plays a key role
in the development and evaluation of new products and techniques involving use
of earthen materials for construction and maintenance.
The Geotechnical Engineering Unit is staffed by geotechnical engineers,
engineering geologists, technicians and other support staff. The Unit collects
and analyzes subsurface information, and plans, designs and assists in the
construction and maintenance of roadways and structures.
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The Unit operates statewide with a Central Operations
office located in the Century Center Complex in Raleigh,
two Regional Headquarters in Raleigh and Charlotte,
and two Area Field Offices in Greenville and Asheville.
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