With the proliferation of landslides impacting transportation systems in western Pennsylvania, PennDOT Districts 11 and 12, the Central Office, FHWA and other members of the IRISE consortium identified the need for a forum to discuss recent/ongoing activities.   The design of the workshop stressed current work to identify, anticipate, and remediate landslides.  It provided an opportunity to share experiences and discuss best practice approaches.  In the end, a discussion of future needs helped to prioritize activities and focus on the best use of available technology and resources to mitigate this critical regional problem.

121 individuals representing over 40 organizations in the public, private and academic sectors participated.  Presentations during three workshop sessions addressed the following topics:  Historical Perspective and Identification, Prediction, Remediation & Prioritization, and Managing Risks.  The workshop concluded with a discussion of future needs by a panel consisting of leaders of western Pennsylvania government and academic institutions.