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The construction of Pier 400: twenty-first century terminal

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This article traces the developmental stages of the Port of Los Angeles new addition, Pier 400. In response to the growing needs of the global market place, the Pier 400 transforms into a "megaterminal" from its original mixed-cargo development concept.

Author: Jones, Stacey G., Buzzoni, Guy, Foxworthy, John, Menendez, Al, Shahrestani, Shaun
Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers
Publication Name: Civil Engineering
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0885-7024
Year: 2001
Buildings and facilities, Port of Los Angeles

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The construction of Pier 400: new navigation channel

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This article describes the design and construction of a navigation channel to handle dredge sediments in an ecologically sound area, leading to a better use of the waste material in a fish habitat, thus enriching fish habitat.

Author: Foxworthy, John, Alcorn, Alan E.
Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers
Publication Name: Civil Engineering
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0885-7024
Year: 2001
Planning, Environmental aspects, Excavation, Waste disposal sites, Marine sediments

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The construction of Pier 400: megaproject management

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This article discusses the management of the Pier 400 project involving planning, dredging of the San Pedro Bay, finance, contract administration, and environmental compliance.

Author: Foxworthy, John, Alcorn, Alan E.
Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers
Publication Name: Civil Engineering
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0885-7024
Year: 2001
Engineering

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Subjects list: United States, Design and construction, Piers, Piers (Moorings), Management, Dredging
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