J. Brian Anderson

J. Brian Anderson is a Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Auburn University's Samuel Ginn College of Engineering. As Graduate Program Officer & Associate Chair for Research, he bridges academic leadership with geotechnical innovation. Contact: 202C Ramsay Hall, Auburn, AL 36849 | jba0005@auburn.edu | jbanders@auburn.edu | 334-844-7373.

• Education
  • Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, University of Florida
  • M.E. in Civil Engineering, University of Florida
  • B.S. in Civil Engineering, North Carolina State University

Dr. Anderson's research spans foundation engineering, soil-structure interaction, and earth retaining structures, with applications in pavement geotechnics, soil erosion, and infrastructure resilience. His work integrates soil mechanics with policy analysis to address real-world engineering challenges.

Recent publications emphasize scour monitoring for bridges, shallow foundation modeling, and metal culvert load capacity. Over 15 studies from 2025-2021 reveal trends in geotechnical innovation, sensor technology, and coastal infrastructure monitoring.

Scientific Awards

• Environmental Excellence Award (FHWA)

Dr. Anderson leads Auburn GeoStructural Engineering Lab and Geotechnical Chamber, advancing research on soil behavior, transportation resilience, and geotechnical instrumentation. His team has secured over $9 million in external funding, including a $1.539M NOAA grant for coastal infrastructure resilience.