David Harris
David W. Harris, PhD, P.E.
Intelligent Concrete, LLC
12955 Lariat Circle
Elbert, CO 80106
Education: PhD, University of Colorado, M.Engr Texas A&M, B.S. University of Maryland
Professional Registration: Colorado,Texas PE
Engineering
Specialties:
Concrete Evaluation:
Previously Manager, US Bureau of Reclamation Concrete and Materials Laboratory
Currently - Principle Engineer - Intelligent Concrete, LLC
Specializing in the Commercialization of Emerging Concrete Technologies
Intelligent Concrete, LLC combines the standardized testing of a laboratory environment with applications out in the field to generate a technical transfer that ensures a successful transition of new construction materials to the commercial industry. Customers rely on our ability to understand the pulse of the Concrete and Construction industry in order to find a practical use for their Concrete concepts and products.
Dr. Harris is a structural and materials engineer. David is one of the responsible and qualified members of the team that oversees and coordinates engineering projects. Before joining Intelligent Concrete, Dave was Manager of the U. S. Bureau of Reclamation Materials and Engineering Laboratory, specializing in mass concrete properties for new and aged concrete dams.
Concrete Structures
Dave has been in the concrete industry for over 40 years starting with building design and highway bridge analysis and design, with later work in concrete properties, research in structural response to rapid loadings, and the long term operations and maintenance of concrete structures. He is an expert in computer material models for concrete and their use to evaluate failure conditions. He has developed applications for various needs in concrete properties and construction.
Teaching and Professional Communications
Adjunct Professor, University of Colorado, Denver
Part-time Professor, Colorado School of Mines
Summer Teacher and Advisor, Colorado School of Mines - SUMMET
Invited Presenter - U.S./Japan Wind and Seismic Committee
Presenter Colorado Ready Mix Association
Committee Presenter, ASTM - Collodial Silica Working Standard
Presentations for Commissioner of Reclamation; Congressional Budget Committee, many levels of corporate management
Selected Publications: (Next Page)
Current memberships
ASCE, ACI, ASTM, United States Society on Dams, and American Society of State Dam Safety Officials
Previous Chair
Numerical Methods Committee - United States Society on Dams
Writer: Have written documents of many types: book, manuals, guidelines, policy, proposals, and publications.
Selected Honors
Department of Interior Meritorious Service Award, 2001
(2nd highest honor in Department of Interior)
Panelist, National Science Foundation
Honored Member, America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Service Award, CO MESA (K-12) Industry Advisory Board
Service Award, American Consulting Engineers Council, High School Bridge Contest, 2003
.
Selected Publications
Dissertation
"A Simplified Nonlinear Effective Stress Finite Element Analysis Procedure for Embankment Dams Subjected to Dynamic Loads"
Articles:
Mantei, C.L. and D.W. Harris, "Finite Element Seepage Analysis on Reclamation Dams," Annual Conf. of ASCE, October, 1979, Atlanta, GA.
Harris, D.W., "Computer Software for Grand Coulee Stabilization," 2nd Conference on Computing in Civil Engineering, June 1980, Baltimore MD.
Harris, D.W., "Equation Solver in BASIC," Computers and Structures, Vol. 14, No5-6, 1981, pp. 513-515. Pugh, C.A. and D.W. Harris, "Prediction of Landslide-Generated Water Waves," ICOLD conference, Rio de Janeiro, 1982, pp. 283-315.
Harris, D.W., M.B. Jones and J.A. Heim, "An Introduction to Computer Types, Selection, and Use," 3rd Conference on Computing in Civil Engineering, San Diego, CA, April 2-6, 1984, pp. 380-387.
Jones, M.B., D.W. Harris, and J.A. Heim, "Basic Computer Graphics Techniques in Engineering Applications
Using Microcomputers," 3rd Conference on Computing in Civil Engineering, San Diego, CA, April 2-6, 1984, pp. 295-301.
Heim, J.A., D.W. Harris, and M.B. Jones, "A Case History of Computation of Earthwork Quantities," 3rd Conference on Computing in Civil Engineering, San Diego, CA, April 2-6, 1984, pp. 2-10.
Harris, D.W., "Effective Stress Finite Element Analysis of Embankment Dams Subjected to Static and Dynamic Loading," Proc. of the 5th International Conference in Numerical Methods in Geomechanics, Nagoya, Japan, April, 1985.
Harris, D.W. and R. Shoemaker, Riverbank Stability and Monitoring at Grand Coulee Dam," Waterpower 85, Las Vegas, NV, Sept. 25-27, 1985.
Harris, D.W., "CAD Implementation and Selection," 5th Conf. on Computing in Civil Engineering:
Microcomputers to Supercomputers, Alexandria, VA, March 29-31, 1988.
Harris, D.W., "A Case History of Selecting and Implementing a Major CAD System," 6th International Conf.
on Numerical Methods in Geomechanics, Innsbruck, Austria, April 11-15, 1988.
Harris, D.W., Engineering Materials Laboratory Manual, University of Colorado, Denver, Co, 1994.
Harris, D.W., K VonFay, and N. Snorteland, A laboratory Simulation of In-Situ Grouting using Portland Cement and Polyurethane Materials with Standard Methods,@ Annual Conference of the Association of State Dam Safety Officials, October, 1998.
Mohorovic, C.E and D.W. Harris, A Study of the Material Properties of Aged Concretes Containing Various Cements, Green Mountain@, 1998 a. DSO report 98-003 b. Spring, 1998 ACI conference.
Mohorovic, C., D.W. Harris, and T.P. Dolen Dynamic Properties of Mass Concrete Obtained from Dam Cores, 1998 a. DSO report 98-015 b. ACI 1998 Fall Convention, Los Angeles c. Publication, ACI journal, 1999
Harris, D.W, N. Snorteland, T.P. Dolen, and F Travers, Shaking Table 2-D Models of Concrete Gravity Dam for Computer Code Validation, Earthquake Engineering & Structural Dynamics , 1999.
Harris, D.W. T.L.Payne, and L.K. Nuss, "Comparison of the Nonlinear Behavior of Concrete Arch Dams using Physical and Numerical Models," Presented at Third US/Japan Workshop on Advanced Research on earthquake Engineering for Dams, San Diego, CA., June 22-23, Hosted by US Army Corps of Engineers, ERDC, 2002.
Harris, D.W., T.P. Dolen, C.E. Mohorovic, and P. Mitchell, " Properties Obtained from Dam Cores," Presented at Third US/Japan Workshop on Advanced Research on earthquake Engineering for Dams, San Diego, CA., June 22-23, Hosted by US Army Corps of Engineers, ERDC, 2002.
Dolen, T, D. Harris, L. Nuss, "Tension Strength of Mass Concrete - Implications of test procedures and size effects on structural analysis of concrete dams," USSD Convention, San Diego, CA, 2013.
Belkowitz, W, J. Belkowitz, P Bryant, and D. Harris, "A Newer Breed of Concrete Testing - Innovative Testing Techniques for Concrete," National Ready Mix Concrete Association, Columbia, South America, 2014.
Technology Development Reports:
Jones, H.L., L.L. Ingram, H.L. Furr and D.W. Harris, "Automated Design of Continuous Bridges with Precast, Prestressed Concrete Beams - Vol. I and II, "Research Report 221F, Texas Transportation Institute, 1974.
Jones, H.L., D.W. Harris, and H.L. Furr, "Automated Design of Continuous Bridges with Precast, Prestressed Concrete Beams - Vol III.," Research Report 221F, Texas Transportation Institute, 1974.
Chow, W-Y, D.W. Harris, E.J. Chacko, R Schilling and J.B. Herbich, Additional Computer Programs in Ocean Engineering, Department of Marine Resources Information, Texas A&M University, 1977.
Mohorovic, C.E. and D.W. Harris, "Study of the Properties of Aged Concretes Containing Various Cements, ,Parapet Wall, Green Mountain Dam," Report DSO-98-03.
Harris, D.W., "Computer Material Models for Soils, Rock, and Concrete Using Flac and DYNA, Report DSO06-01. Harris, D.W., "Investigation of Failure Modes of Concrete Dams-Physical Model Tests," Report DSO-06-03.
Salamon, J, and D.W. Harris, Report DSO-2014-08, "Evaluation of Nonlinear Material Models in Concrete Dam Finite Element Analysis",
Guidelines:
Co-editor: Dam Safety Project Management G
Intelligent Concrete, LLC
12955 Lariat Circle
Elbert, CO 80106
Education: PhD, University of Colorado, M.Engr Texas A&M, B.S. University of Maryland
Professional Registration: Colorado,Texas PE
Engineering
Specialties:
Concrete Evaluation:
Previously Manager, US Bureau of Reclamation Concrete and Materials Laboratory
Currently - Principle Engineer - Intelligent Concrete, LLC
Specializing in the Commercialization of Emerging Concrete Technologies
Intelligent Concrete, LLC combines the standardized testing of a laboratory environment with applications out in the field to generate a technical transfer that ensures a successful transition of new construction materials to the commercial industry. Customers rely on our ability to understand the pulse of the Concrete and Construction industry in order to find a practical use for their Concrete concepts and products.
Dr. Harris is a structural and materials engineer. David is one of the responsible and qualified members of the team that oversees and coordinates engineering projects. Before joining Intelligent Concrete, Dave was Manager of the U. S. Bureau of Reclamation Materials and Engineering Laboratory, specializing in mass concrete properties for new and aged concrete dams.
Concrete Structures
Dave has been in the concrete industry for over 40 years starting with building design and highway bridge analysis and design, with later work in concrete properties, research in structural response to rapid loadings, and the long term operations and maintenance of concrete structures. He is an expert in computer material models for concrete and their use to evaluate failure conditions. He has developed applications for various needs in concrete properties and construction.
Teaching and Professional Communications
Adjunct Professor, University of Colorado, Denver
Part-time Professor, Colorado School of Mines
Summer Teacher and Advisor, Colorado School of Mines - SUMMET
Invited Presenter - U.S./Japan Wind and Seismic Committee
Presenter Colorado Ready Mix Association
Committee Presenter, ASTM - Collodial Silica Working Standard
Presentations for Commissioner of Reclamation; Congressional Budget Committee, many levels of corporate management
Selected Publications: (Next Page)
Current memberships
ASCE, ACI, ASTM, United States Society on Dams, and American Society of State Dam Safety Officials
Previous Chair
Numerical Methods Committee - United States Society on Dams
Writer: Have written documents of many types: book, manuals, guidelines, policy, proposals, and publications.
Selected Honors
Department of Interior Meritorious Service Award, 2001
(2nd highest honor in Department of Interior)
Panelist, National Science Foundation
Honored Member, America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Service Award, CO MESA (K-12) Industry Advisory Board
Service Award, American Consulting Engineers Council, High School Bridge Contest, 2003
.
Selected Publications
Dissertation
"A Simplified Nonlinear Effective Stress Finite Element Analysis Procedure for Embankment Dams Subjected to Dynamic Loads"
Articles:
Mantei, C.L. and D.W. Harris, "Finite Element Seepage Analysis on Reclamation Dams," Annual Conf. of ASCE, October, 1979, Atlanta, GA.
Harris, D.W., "Computer Software for Grand Coulee Stabilization," 2nd Conference on Computing in Civil Engineering, June 1980, Baltimore MD.
Harris, D.W., "Equation Solver in BASIC," Computers and Structures, Vol. 14, No5-6, 1981, pp. 513-515. Pugh, C.A. and D.W. Harris, "Prediction of Landslide-Generated Water Waves," ICOLD conference, Rio de Janeiro, 1982, pp. 283-315.
Harris, D.W., M.B. Jones and J.A. Heim, "An Introduction to Computer Types, Selection, and Use," 3rd Conference on Computing in Civil Engineering, San Diego, CA, April 2-6, 1984, pp. 380-387.
Jones, M.B., D.W. Harris, and J.A. Heim, "Basic Computer Graphics Techniques in Engineering Applications
Using Microcomputers," 3rd Conference on Computing in Civil Engineering, San Diego, CA, April 2-6, 1984, pp. 295-301.
Heim, J.A., D.W. Harris, and M.B. Jones, "A Case History of Computation of Earthwork Quantities," 3rd Conference on Computing in Civil Engineering, San Diego, CA, April 2-6, 1984, pp. 2-10.
Harris, D.W., "Effective Stress Finite Element Analysis of Embankment Dams Subjected to Static and Dynamic Loading," Proc. of the 5th International Conference in Numerical Methods in Geomechanics, Nagoya, Japan, April, 1985.
Harris, D.W. and R. Shoemaker, Riverbank Stability and Monitoring at Grand Coulee Dam," Waterpower 85, Las Vegas, NV, Sept. 25-27, 1985.
Harris, D.W., "CAD Implementation and Selection," 5th Conf. on Computing in Civil Engineering:
Microcomputers to Supercomputers, Alexandria, VA, March 29-31, 1988.
Harris, D.W., "A Case History of Selecting and Implementing a Major CAD System," 6th International Conf.
on Numerical Methods in Geomechanics, Innsbruck, Austria, April 11-15, 1988.
Harris, D.W., Engineering Materials Laboratory Manual, University of Colorado, Denver, Co, 1994.
Harris, D.W., K VonFay, and N. Snorteland, A laboratory Simulation of In-Situ Grouting using Portland Cement and Polyurethane Materials with Standard Methods,@ Annual Conference of the Association of State Dam Safety Officials, October, 1998.
Mohorovic, C.E and D.W. Harris, A Study of the Material Properties of Aged Concretes Containing Various Cements, Green Mountain@, 1998 a. DSO report 98-003 b. Spring, 1998 ACI conference.
Mohorovic, C., D.W. Harris, and T.P. Dolen Dynamic Properties of Mass Concrete Obtained from Dam Cores, 1998 a. DSO report 98-015 b. ACI 1998 Fall Convention, Los Angeles c. Publication, ACI journal, 1999
Harris, D.W, N. Snorteland, T.P. Dolen, and F Travers, Shaking Table 2-D Models of Concrete Gravity Dam for Computer Code Validation, Earthquake Engineering & Structural Dynamics , 1999.
Harris, D.W. T.L.Payne, and L.K. Nuss, "Comparison of the Nonlinear Behavior of Concrete Arch Dams using Physical and Numerical Models," Presented at Third US/Japan Workshop on Advanced Research on earthquake Engineering for Dams, San Diego, CA., June 22-23, Hosted by US Army Corps of Engineers, ERDC, 2002.
Harris, D.W., T.P. Dolen, C.E. Mohorovic, and P. Mitchell, " Properties Obtained from Dam Cores," Presented at Third US/Japan Workshop on Advanced Research on earthquake Engineering for Dams, San Diego, CA., June 22-23, Hosted by US Army Corps of Engineers, ERDC, 2002.
Dolen, T, D. Harris, L. Nuss, "Tension Strength of Mass Concrete - Implications of test procedures and size effects on structural analysis of concrete dams," USSD Convention, San Diego, CA, 2013.
Belkowitz, W, J. Belkowitz, P Bryant, and D. Harris, "A Newer Breed of Concrete Testing - Innovative Testing Techniques for Concrete," National Ready Mix Concrete Association, Columbia, South America, 2014.
Technology Development Reports:
Jones, H.L., L.L. Ingram, H.L. Furr and D.W. Harris, "Automated Design of Continuous Bridges with Precast, Prestressed Concrete Beams - Vol. I and II, "Research Report 221F, Texas Transportation Institute, 1974.
Jones, H.L., D.W. Harris, and H.L. Furr, "Automated Design of Continuous Bridges with Precast, Prestressed Concrete Beams - Vol III.," Research Report 221F, Texas Transportation Institute, 1974.
Chow, W-Y, D.W. Harris, E.J. Chacko, R Schilling and J.B. Herbich, Additional Computer Programs in Ocean Engineering, Department of Marine Resources Information, Texas A&M University, 1977.
Mohorovic, C.E. and D.W. Harris, "Study of the Properties of Aged Concretes Containing Various Cements, ,Parapet Wall, Green Mountain Dam," Report DSO-98-03.
Harris, D.W., "Computer Material Models for Soils, Rock, and Concrete Using Flac and DYNA, Report DSO06-01. Harris, D.W., "Investigation of Failure Modes of Concrete Dams-Physical Model Tests," Report DSO-06-03.
Salamon, J, and D.W. Harris, Report DSO-2014-08, "Evaluation of Nonlinear Material Models in Concrete Dam Finite Element Analysis",
Guidelines:
Co-editor: Dam Safety Project Management G