From its inception in May 1992, the Underground Construction Technology Association (UCTA) has been committed to educating and training its members on the use of traditional, trenchless and rehabilitation technologies, and promoting the use and application of these technologies along with addressing important trends and needs of the underground infrastructure industry.

Golf tournaments sponsored by each chapter fund scholarship support to the children and spouses of active UCTA members for a full-time course of study. In 2019, the Gulf Coast, North Texas and South Texas chapters awarded 10 scholarships each totaling $10,000 to deserving students. The UCTA annually donates funds to the Trenchless Technology Center (TTC) at Louisiana Tech University, gaining a seat on the TTC’s Industrial Advisory Board. Funds also are donated annually to the Center for Innovative Grouting Materials and Technology (CIGMAT) at the University of Houston, and the Center for Underground Infrastructure Research and Education (CUIRE) at the University of Texas at Arlington; Clay Shoot proceeds benefit the TTC, CIGMAT and CUIRE; and Members who attend the general luncheon meetings are eligible for one credit Professional Development Hour (PDH) for continuing education credits.