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17 December 2001
Job No. 0-252-104400
Mr. Michael Roletti
RESG, Inc.
31225 La Baya Drive, Suite 103
Westlake Village, CA 91362
RE: Geotechnical Update Letter, Casa Laguna, 670 Laguna Drive, Carlsbad,
California, CT 01-16, SDP 01-15.
References: 1. AGRA, 2000, Geotechnical Report. Laguna Carlsbad Condominiums, 670
Laguna Drive, Carlsbad, California, Job No. 0-252-104400,dated 24 August 2000
2. Pacific Coast Civil, Inc, 2001, Project Plans, 670 Laguna Drive, Carlsbad,
California, dated 25 October 2001, Sheet 1 of 1
Dear Mr. Roletti:
In accordance with your request, AMEC Earth & Environmental, Inc. (formerly AGRA) has
conducted a geotechnical review of the above referenced plans by Pacific Coast Civil, Inc. for
the proposed development at 670 Laguna Drive in Carlsbad, California. We understand that the
proposed development has been reduced to 11 units in a total of 6 buildings. Based on the
results of our review, it is our opinion that the conclusions and recommendations as presented
in our 24 August 2000 report remain valid for the current project design.
We appreciate this opportunity to be of service. If you have any questions regarding AMEC's
report, please do not hesitate to contact the undersigned.
Respectfully submitted,
AMEC Earth & Environmental, Inc.
Joseph^. Franzone, ROE 39552
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GEOTECHNICAL REPORT
670 LAGUNA DRIVE CONDOMINIUMS
CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA
Submitted To:
RESG, INC.
31225 LA BAYA DRIVE, SUITE 103
WESTLAKE VILLAGE, CALIFORNIA 92008
Submitted By:
AGRA EARTH & ENVIRONMENTAL
16760 WEST BERNARDO DRIVE
SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA 92127-1904
August 24, 2000
Job No. 0-252-104400
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August 24, 2000
Job No. 0-252-104400
Mr. Michael Roletti
RESG, Inc.
31225 La Baya Drive, Suite 103
Westlake Village, CA 91362
RE: GEOTECHNICAL REPORT
LAGUNA CARLSBAD CONDOMINIUMS
670 LAGUNA DRIVE
CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA
Dear Mr. Roletti:
In accordance with your request and authorization, AGRA Earth 8i Environmental, Inc. (AGRA),
an AMEC company, has conducted a geotechnical investigation for the proposed condominium
development at 670 Laguna Drive in Carlsbad, Califomia (Figure 1, Site Location Map). Based on
the results of AGRA's study, it is our opinion that the development of the site is feasible provided
the recommendations presented, herein, are incorporated into the design and construction ofthe
proposed improvements. The accompanying report presents a summary of our current findings
and provides geotechnical conclusions and recommendations relative to the proposed site
development.
We appreciate this opportunity to be of service. If you have any questions regarding AGRA's
report, please do not hesitate to contact the undersigned.
Respectfully submitted,
AGRA Earth 8i Environmental, Inc.
(Joseph Q'. Franzone, RCE
^ing Engineering
iSpavid L. Perry, CEG, 2040 ^
enior Engineering Geologist
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1.0 INTRODUCTION 1
1.1 PURPOSE AND SCOPE 1
1.2 SITE LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION 1
1.3 PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT 3
2.0 SUBSURFACE EXPLORATION AND L^BORATORY TESTING 3
3.0 SUMMARY OF GEOTECHNICAL CONDITIONS 5
3.1 GEOLOGIC SETTING 5
3.2 SITE-SPECIFIC GEOLOGY 5
3.2.1 Undocumented Fill Soils 5
3.2.2 Colluvium 5
3.2.3 Ten-ace Deposits 6
3.2.4 Santiago Fomiation 6
3.3 GROUNDWATER 6
4.0 FAULTING AND SEISMICITY 6
4.1 FAULTING 6
4.2 SEISMICITY 8
4.2.1 Lurching and Shallow Ground Rupture 9
4.2.2 Liquefaction and Dynamic Settlement 9
4.2.3 Tsunamis and Seiches 9
4.2.4 UBC Criteria 9
5.0 CONCLUSIONS 10
6.0 RECOMMENDATIONS 11
6.1 GENERAL EARTHWORK 11
6.1.1 Site Preparation 11
6.1.2 Removals 11
6.1.3 Stnjctural Fills 12
6.2 PRELIMINARY FOUNDATION DESIGN 12
6.2.1 Post-tensioned Foundation Design 12
6.2.2 Conventional Foundation Design 14
6.2.3 Moisture Conditioning 15
6.3 SETTLEMENT 16
6.4 U^TERAL EARTH PRESSURES AND RETAINING
WALL DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS 16
6.5 PRELIMINARY PAVEMENT DESIGN 17
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6.6 CONTROL OF SURFACE WATER AND DRAINAGE CONTROL 19
6.7 SOIL CORROSIVITY 19
6.8 FLATWORK RECOMMENDATIONS 20
7.0 CONSTRUCTION OBSERVATION, LIMITATIONS, AND PLAN REVIEW 20
8.0 REFERENCES 21
TABLES
Table 1 - Seismic Parameters for Active Faults 8
FIGURES
Figure 1 - Vicinity Map 2
Figure 2 - Boring Location Map 4
Figure 3 - Fault Map 7
APPENDICES
Appendix A Boring Logs
Appendix B Laboratory Data Analysis
Appendix C General Earthwork and Grading Specifications for Rough Grading
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
1.1 PURPOSE AND SCOPE
This report presents the results of our geotechnical study forthe proposed residential development
of the approximate 1%-acre property at 670 Laguna Drive in Carisbad, Califomia (Figure 1). The
purpose of our study was to evaluate the existing significant geotechnical conditions present at
the site and to provide preliminary conclusions and geotechnical recommendations relative to the
proposed development. Our scope of services included:
• Review of available pertinent, reference documents regarding the geotechnical conditions
at the site.
• A geologic/geotechnical reconnaissance of the site.
• Excavation of five exploratory borings across the site. (Underground Service Alert was
contacted prior to drilling.)
• Geologic logging of the borings.
• Obtained representative soil samples during drilling for laboratory testing and analysis
purposes, as appropriate.
• Geotechnical analysis of data obtained.
• Preparation of this report addressing the geotechnical conditions at the site with respect
to the proposed development.
1.2 SITE LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION
The project site, 670 Laguna Drive, is located northwest of the intersection of Laguna Drive and
Madison Street in Carisbad, California (Figure 1). The site is composed of Lots 8 and 9 of Block
223, Map 2492, Buena Vista Gardens. Currently, a single-family residence occupies the property
and is located in the southwestem portion of the property. A wooden fence approximately
delineates the property boundary in the backyard area. A chain fence with a locked gate divides
the front yard from the backyard. The surface of the site is relatively level and partially covered
with dry grasses and scattered shrubs and trees. The site surface elevation is about 40 feet above
mean sea level (MSL).
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LAGUNA CARLSBAD CONDOMINIUMS
670 Laguna Drive
CARLSBAD. CALIFORNIA
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1.3 PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT
It is our understanding that the proposed development will include minor grading and the
construction of a 24-unit condominium complex. Condominium units are planned to be 2-story
structures. Associated concrete flatwori<, asphalt concrete roadways/pari<ing, and landscaping are
also planned. Preliminary foundation design or structural loads were not provided prior to
preparation of this report.
2.0 SUBSURFACE EXPLORATION AND LABORATORY TESTING
Subsurface exploration was performed on August 8,2000. Five exploratory borings were drilled
with a hollow stem auger drill rig across the site. The approximate locations of the borings are
shown on Figure 2. The borings were drilled to approximately 21 feet below the ground surface.
The purpose of the exploratory borings was to evaluate the physical characteristics and
engineering properties of the on-site soils pertinent to the proposed development.
An AGRA engineer logged the exploratory borings. Representative ring and bulk samples were
obtained for laboratory testing. Relatively undisturbed (ring) samples were obtained using a 2.5-
inch I.D. sampler driven by a 140-pound hammer falling 30 inches. SPT samples were also
obtained. Bulk samples were obtained from drill cuttings. After logging and sampling, the
excavations were backfilled with the drill cuttings.
Laboratory testing was performed on ring samples from the borings to evaluate the in-situ moisture
and density, grain-size distribution, shear strength, potential consolidation, R-value, expansion
potential and corrosivity characteristics ofthe subsurface soils. Conrosivity testing included pH and
minimum resistivity, sulfate content, and chloride content testing. A discussion of the laboratory
tests performed and a summary of the laboratory test results are presented in Appendix B. In-situ
moisture and density test results performed on ring samples are provided on the boring logs in
Appendix A.
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3.0 SUMMARY OF GEOTECHNICAL CONDITIONS
3.1 GEOLOGIC SETTING
The project site is situated on the coastal plain of the Peninsular Range Physiographic Province.
The project vicinity area is underiain by sedimentary strata of Late Cretaceous, Tertiary and
Quatemary age resting unconformably on a basement rock of the Southern Califomia batholith.
Tertiary, predominantly marine, sediments are capped by Quatemary marine and non-marine
sediments deposited on a series of coastal terraces forming a belt along the modem shoreline.
Each marine tenrace was wave-cut during a Pleistocene sea transgression (sea-level high stand),
followed by deposition of sediments during the sea regression, and has undergone tectonical
uplift. Four ten^aces are recognized in the site vicinity area, with the oldest ten-ace occupying the
highest elevation that, reportedly, is con-elated with the Linda Vista Formation. The project site is
located on the youngest ten-ace (at the lowest elevation). The tenrace surface is dissected by
Buena Vista Creek drainage north of the site.
Quatemary terrace deposits underiying the project site consist of reddish brown, pooriy bedded,
poorly to moderately indurated sandstone, siltstone and conglomerate (Tan and Kennedy, 1996).
These deposits unconformably overiie the Eocene-aged Santiago Fomiation, represented by light-
colored sandstone interiayered with siltstone and claystone.
3.2 SITE-SPECIFIC GEOLOGY
Based on our subsurface exploration and review of pertinent geologic literature and maps, the site
is underiain by undocumented fill, colluvium, terrace deposits, and the Santiago Formation. A brief
description of the geologic units encountered on the site is presented below.
3.2.1 Undocumented Fill Soils
The thickness of the fill soils appears to be up to 4 feet, as encountered in our borings.
The fill soils were generally composed of brown, loose, silty sand. Expansion testing on
this unit indicates a very low expansion potential (Appendix B).
3.2.2 Colluvium
Colluvium was encountered underiying the fill at Borings B-1 to B-4 and at the existing
ground surface at Boring B-5. The colluvium was encountered to depths of 7 to 8% feet
below the ground surface in Borings B-1, B-3, B-4, and B-5 and to a depth of
approximately 4 feet in Boring B-2. This unit generally consists of medium stiff to stiff
sandy clay.
Based on laboratory testing on one sample of the colluvium, this unit was found to have
a high expansion potential (Appendix B).
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3.2.3 Terrace Deposits
Terrace deposits were encountered underiying the colluvium. The tenrace deposits were
encountered to a depth of 8 to 11 feet below the ground surface. This unit generally
consists of medium dense clayey sand.
3.2.4 Santiago Formation
The Santiago Fonmation was encountered underiying the terrace deposits and was
encountered to the maximum depth of each boring, or 20 to 21 feet. This unit, as
encountered, consists of weakly to moderately cemented clayey sandstone. This unit is
not anticipated to be encountered during grading.
3.3 GROUNDWATER
During our investigation, groundwater was encountered at depths ranging from 15 to 1814 feet
below the existing ground surface. It is important to recognize that groundwater levels can
fluctuate due to rainfall, irrigation and surface run-off.
4.0 FAULTING AND SEISMICITY
4.1 FAULTING
Our discussion of faults on the site is prefaced with a discussion of Califomia legislation and
policies conceming the classification and land-use criteria associated with faults. By definition of
the Califomia Mining and Geology Board, an "active" fault is a fault that has had surface
displacement within Hoiocene time (about the last 11,000 years). The state geologist has defined
a "potentially active" fault as any fault considered to have been active during Quaternary time (last
1,600,000 years). This definition is used in delineating Earthquake Fault Zones as mandated by
the Alquist-Priolo Geologic Hazards Zones Act of 1972 and as subsequentiy revised in 1975,
1985, 1990, 1992, and 1994. The intent of this act is to assure that unwise urtjan development
and certain habitable structures do not occur across the traces of active faults. The subject site
is not included within any Earthquake Fault Zones as established by the State Geologist around
known active faults.
Our review of published and in-house geologic literature (Section 8.0) and maps indicates that
there are no known major or active faults on or in the immediate vicinity of the site. The nearest
active regional faults are the Newport-Inglewood - Rose Canyon Fault Zone, Coronado Bank Fault
and Whittier - Elsinore Fault Zone located approximately 4, 21, and 24 miles from the site,
respectively (see Figure 3 for regional tectonic framework).
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4.2 SEISMICITY
The site can be considered to lie within a seismically active region, as can all of Southem
Califomia. Table 1 (below) identifies potential seismic events that could be produced by the
maximum probable and credible earthquake events. A maximum probable earthquake is the
largest earthquake expected on a given fault during a specified period of time. The Califomia
Division of Mines and Geology cunrentiy uses a 63% probability of being exceeded in a 100-year
period as the criterion for establishing the maximum probable earthquakefor a particular fault. The
maximum credible earthquake is the largest earthquake that might be expected to occur based
on the tectonic frameworic of the region as it is cun-ently understood. Site-specific seismic
parameters included in Table 1 are the distances to the causative faults, earthquake magnitudes,
and expected ground accelerations.
TABLE i
Seismic Parameters For Active Faults
Fault Zone
(Seismic
Source)
Distance to
Site
(Miles)
Maximum Credible
Earthquake
Maximum Probable
Earthquake
Design
Earthquake
(g)
Fault Zone
(Seismic
Source)
Distance to
Site
(Miles)
Moment
Magnitude
Peak
Horizontal
Ground
Acceleration
(g)
Moment
Magnitude
Peak
Horizontal
Ground
Acceleration
(g)
Design
Earthquake
(g)
Rose Canyon 4 7.0 0.48 6.5 0.31
0.28 Coronado
Bank 21 7.5 0.18 6.7 0.09
0.28
Elsinore 24 7.5 0.15 6.6 0.07
0.28
As indicated in Table 1, the Rose Canyon Fault is the nearest to the site and is considered to be
the source ofthe strongest potential ground shaking. The maximum credible earthquake from the
Rose Canyon has 7.0 moment magnitude, generating peak horizontal bedrock accelerations of
0.48g at the project site. The maximum probable earthquake from the Rose Canyon Zone is
considered to have a magnitude of 6.5, generating a peak horizontal bedrock acceleration of
0.31 g at the project site. Earthquakes on other faults also could affect the site, but the estimated
earthquake effects from other faults are predicted to be less severe than those which could be
generated by the Rose Canyon Fault.
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From a probabilistic standpoint, the design ground motion is defined as the ground motion having
a 10 percent probability of being exceeded in 50 years. This ground motion is referred to as the
design ground motion (UBC, 1997). The design ground motion atthe site is predicted to be 0.28g.
The effect of seismic shaking may be mitigated by adhering to the Uniform Building Code and
state-of-the-art seismic design parameters of the Structural Engineers Association of Califomia
(see Section 4.2.5).
Secondary effects that can be associated with severe ground shaking following a relatively large
earthquake include ground lurching and shallow ground mpture, soil liquefaction and dynamic
settlement, seiches and tsunamis. These secondary effects of seismic shaking are discussed in
the following sections.
4.2.1 Lurching and Shallow Ground Rupture
Soil lurching refers to the rolling motion on the ground surface by the passage of seismic
surface waves. Effects of this nature are likely to be significant where the thickness of soft
sediments vary appreciably under structures. Damage to the proposed development
should not be significant since a relatively large differential colluvium/fill thickness does not
exist below the site.
4.2.2 Liquefaction and Dynamic Settlement
Liquefaction and dynamic settlement of soils can be caused by strong, vibratory motion
due to earthquakes. Both research and historical data indicate that loose, saturated,
granular soils are susceptible to liquefaction and dynamic settlement while the stability of
soils with a clay content of 15 percent or more and nonsensitive clays are not adversely
affected by vibratory motion. Liquefaction is typified by a total loss of shear strength in the
affected soil layer, thereby causing the soil to flow as a liquid. This effect may be
manifested by excessive settlements and sand boils at the ground surface. Due to the
relatively dense and clayey nature of the colluvial soils and formational material, the
potential for liquefaction is considered to be very low at the site.
4.2.3 Tsunamis and Seiches
Based on the elevation of the site with respect to sea level, the distance between the site
and large, open bodies of water, and barriers behveen the site and the open ocean, the
possibility of seiches and/or tsunamis is considered to be low.
4.2.4 UBC Criteria
Geotechnical parameters for design to resist seismic forces in accordance with
Intemational Council of Building Officials procedures (UBC, 1997) are contained in Table
2.
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TABLE 2
UBC Seismic Design Parameters
UBC Table Coefficient/Factor Value
16-1 Seismic Zone Factor Z Zone 4; Z = 0.40
16-J Soil Profile Type Sc
16-Q Seismic Coefficient C. 0.40/V.
16-R Seismic Coefficient Cy 0.56/Vy
16-S Near-Source Factor N, 1.0
16-T Near-Source Factor 1.15
16-U Seismic Source Type Type B
M>= 6.5; SR<2
5.0 CONCLUSIONS
Based on the results of our preliminary geotechnical evaluation of the site, it is our opinion that
the proposed development is feasible from a geotechnical standpoint, provided the following
conclusions and recommendations are incorporated into the project plans and specifications.
The following is a summary of the geotechnical factors that may affect development of the site.
• Based on our subsurface exploration and laboratory testing, the colluvial soils are
generally considered to have a high expansion potential (Appendix B) while the overiying
fill soils have a very low expansion potential. Removal and recompaction is anticipated to
provide a medium expansion potential belowthe structures. Accordingly, we recommend
the use of reinforced conventional foundations or post-tension slabs.
• Based on subsurface exploration of the fill and colluvial soils present on the site, we
anticipate that these materials should be generally rippable with conventional medium-duty
earthwork equipment.
• Laboratory test results indicate the soils present on the site have a negligible potential for
sulfate attack on concrete. However, these soils are also considered to be severely
corrosive to ferrous metals.
The design earthquake, having a 10 percent probability of being exceeded in 50 years, is
expected to produce a peak ground surface acceleration at the site of 0.28g.
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• Groundwater was encountered at a depth of 15 to 1834 feet below the existing ground
surface during our subsurface exploration. Groundwater is not anticipated to be
encountered during site grading and construction. Seepage should be anticipated after
episodes of precipitation or near areas of irngation. Groundwater is not expected to
significantly impact the at-grade proposed development provided the recommendations
regarding drainage outlined in this report are implemented.
• Based on our analysis, there is a very low potential for liquefaction of the on-site soils.
6.0 RECOMMENDATIONS
6.1 GENERAL EARTHWORK
Earthwork should be performed in accordance with the General Earthwori< and Grading
Specifications in Appendix C and the following recommendations. The recommendations
contained in Appendix C are general grading specifications provided for typical grading project and
may not be strictly applicable to this project. The specific recommendations contained in the text
of this report supersede the general recommendations in Appendix C. The contract with the
earthwork contractor should be worded such that it is the responsibility of the contractor to place
the fill properiy and in accordance with the recommendations of this report and the specification
in Appendix C, not withstanding the testing and observation of the geotechnical consultant.
6.1.1 Site Preparation
Following demolition ofthe structures that are to be removed, the surface ofthe site should
be stripped to remove existing vegetation, debris, other deleterious materials and
pavements. Existing irrigation, drainage and utility lines, or other existing subsurface
structures which are not utilized, should be removed, destroyed or abandoned in
compliance with current regulations. If a pipe which extends off the property is to be
abandoned, it should be properiy capped at the project boundary. Holes resulting from
removal of buried obstructions such as foundations or below-grade structures that extend
below finished site grades should be filled with properiy compacted soil under the
observation and testing of the geotechnical engineer. Mixing of different types of on-site
soils or mixing of soil and lime (Section 6.2.2) to reduce expansion potential should be
performed by appropriate equipment that provides thorough mixing without clay clumps.
Mixing should be performed under the observation and testing of the geotechnical
consultant.
6.1.2 Removals
Based on laboratory testing, the colluvial soils have a high expansion potential and the fill
soils have a very low expansion potential. "Mixing" of these soils is recommended to create
a fill blanket of moderate expansion potential (less than 90 per UBC 18-2). Import soil, if
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necessary, should be granular soil with an expansion index (El) less than 50. The depth
of recommended removals across the site is a minimum depth of 4 feet below the
proposed pavement or slab subgrade elevation. Removals should extend at least 5 feet
beyond the perimeter of the foundation footprints. All excavation/removal bottoms should
expose firm and competent material and all bottoms should be observed by the
geotechnical engineer. Mixing of on-site soil (to a depth of 3 feet below structures and 2
feet below the flatNOtk and pavement) with 4% quick lime is recommended for
conventional foundations (Section 6.2.2).
6.1.3 Structural Fills
The on-site surficial soils are generally suitable for use as compacted fill. Import soils
should be tested by the geotechnical consultant prior to site delivery. Fills placed within
4 feet of finish pad grade should consist of soils with an expansion potential less than 90
based on UBC Standardi8-2 and with a maximum size less than 8 inches. Asphalt
concrete and concrete should not be placed below the water table or within 5 feet of pad
grade. Asphalt and concrete should be broken up to a maximum size of 8 inches in
structural fills. The area to receive fill should be scarified to a minimum depth of 6 inches,
brought to a moisture content of 3% above optimum moisture content, and recompacted
to at least 90 percent relative compaction (based on Modified Proctor, ASTM D1557). The
optimum lift thickness to produce a uniformly compacted fill will depend on the type and
size of compaction equipment used. In general, fill should be placed in uniform lifts not
exceeding 8 inches in loose thickness. Fill soils should be placed at a minimum of 90
percent relative compaction (based on ASTM D1557) and moisture conditioned to 3
percent above optimum moisture content. Placement and compaction of fill should be
performed in accordance with the local grading ordinance under the observation and
testing of the geotechnical consultant.
6.2 PRELIMINARY FOUNDATION DESIGN
We anticipate that moderately expansive soils will be at the proposed bottom of footing elevation.
AGRA recommends that either a conventional or a post-tension foundation system be used to
support the proposed structures. Separate foundation design parameters are presented in this
section for both options.
6.2.1 Post-tensioned Foundation Design
We understand the proposed residential structures will be one- to hvo-story, of wood-frame
construction. Based on the moderately expansive soil anticipated at the proposed grade,
we recommend a post-tensioned slab-on-grade floor system to provide a better perfonning
foundation system to reduce the potential for expansive-soil related distress. Foundations
and slabs should be designed by a stmctural engineer in accordance with stmctural
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considerations and the following recommendations. These recommendations assume that
the soils in the upper 4 feet of finish grade will have a moderate potential for expansion (an
expansion index less than 90 per UBC Standard 18-2). The actual expansion potential of
the finish grade soils ofthe building pads should be evaluated upon completion ofthe fine-
grading operations so that final geotechnical design recommendations can be made.
We recommend that post-tensioned slabs be designed in accordance with the following
design parameters presented in Table 3 and the criteria of the 1997 edition of the Uniform
Building Code (ICBO, 1997).
TABLE 3
Post-tensioned Slab Design Recommendations
Expansion Index (UBC 18-I-B)
Design Criteria Moderate
(50 to 90)
Edge Moisture
Variation, e^
Center Lift:
Edge Lift
5.5 feet
2.5 feet
Differential Swell. y„ Center Lift:
Edge Lift:
3.0 inches
1.0 inches
Minimum Perimeter Footing Embedment 18 inches
The post-tensioned slabs should be designed in accordance with the recommendations
of the stmctural engineer.
Slabs should be underiain by a 2-inch layer of clean sand (sand equivalent greater than
30) to aid in concrete curing, which is underiain by a 10-mil (or heavier) moisture banier,
which is in tum underiain by 2 inches of clean sand to act as a capillary break. All
penetrations through the moisture banier and laps should be sealed. Slab subgrade soils
should be presoaked in accordance with the recommendations presented in Section 6.2.3.
Our experience indicates that use of reinforcement in slabs and foundations can generally
reduce the potential for drying and shrinkage cracking. However, some cracking should
be expected as the concrete cures. Minor cracking is considered normal; however, it is
often aggravated by a high water/cement ratio, high concrete temperature at the time of
placement, small nominal aggregate size, and rapid moisture loss due to hot, dry, and/or
windy weather conditions during placement and curing. Cracking due to temperature and
moisture fluctuations can also be expected. The use of low slump concrete (not exceeding
4 inches at the time of placement) can reduce the potential for shrinkage cracking.
Moisture barriers can retard, but not eliminate vapor movement from the underiying soils
up through the slab. We recommend that the floor-covering contractor test the moisture
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vapor flux rate prior to attempting application of moisture-sensitive flooring. "Breathable"
floor covering or special slab sealants should be considered if the vapor flux rates are high.
Floor covering manufacturers should be consulted for specific recommendations.
To reduce the potential for future cosmetic distress due to concrete shrinkage cracks and
minor soil movement, AGRA recommends that any proposed inflexible floor coverings,
such as ceramic tile or decorative stone, be installed on a 1 %-inch thick, wire-reinforced
mortar bed over a cleavage membrane, as recommended by the Ceramic Tile Institute.
The purpose of the mortar bed and cleavage membrane is to allow minor slab movement
under an inflexible floor covering without significant impact to the covering. Altemate
means of providing the same level of protection may also be considered if recommended
by a qualified tile contractor. Flexible joint material should be used where crack-sensitive
flooring overiies concrete joints.
6.2.2 Conventional Foundation Design
We anticipate that soils of moderate expansion potential will exist after site grading.
Subgrade should be treated with lime (see Section 6.1.2) for this option. Footings bearing
in properiy compacted, stmctural fill should have a minimum depth of 18 inches belowthe
lowest adjacent compacted soil grade. At a depth of 18 inches, footings may be designed
using an allowable soil-bearing value of 2.000 pounds per square foot (psf). This value
may be increased by one-third for loads of short duration including wind or seismic forces.
Continuous footings should be reinforced with a minimum reinforcement of four No. 4
rebars, two near the top and two near the bottom of the footing. Isolated-spread footings
should be reinforced with a minimum reinforcement of four No. 4 rebars, hvo top and two
bottom, per foot of width and depth. Isolated-spread footings shall have a minimum base
dimension no less than 24 inches. Where the foundation is within 3 feet (horizontally) of
adjacent drainage swales, the adjacent footing should be embedded a minimum depth of
12 inches below the swale flow line. Conventional foundations provide a less rigid slab
system to reduce the potential for minor slab cracking.
All floor slabs should have a minimum thickness of 4 inches. Minimum reinforcement
should consist of No. 3 rebars at 18 inches on center (each way) or No. 4 rebars at 24
inches on center (each way). We emphasize that it is the responsibility of the contractor
to ensure that the slab reinforcement is placed at slab mid-height. Slabs should be
underiain by a 2-inch layer of clean sand (sand equivalent greater than 30) to aid in
concrete curing, which is underiain by a 10-mil (or heavier) moisture barrier, which is in tum
underiain by 2 inches of clean sand to act as a capillary break. All penetrations through the
moisture barrier and laps should be sealed. The subgrade soil should be presoaked in
accordance with the recommendations of Section 6.2.3.
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Our experience indicates that use of reinforcement in slabs and foundations can generally
reduce the potential for drying and shrinkage cracking. However, some cracking should
be expected as the concrete cures. Minor cracking is considered normal; however, it is
often aggravated by a high water/cement ratio, high concrete temperature at the time of
placement, small nominal aggregate size, and rapid moisture loss due to hot, dry, and/or
windy weather conditions during placement and curing. Cracking due to temperature and
moisture fluctuations can also be expected. The use of low slump concrete (not exceeding
4 inches at the time of placement) can reduce the potential for shrinkage cracking.
Moisture barriers can retard, but not eliminate vapor movement from the underiying soils
up through the slab. We recommend that the floor-covering contractor test the moisture
vapor flux rate prior to attempting application of moisture-sensitive flooring. "Breathable"
floor covering or special slab sealants should be considered if the vapor flux rates are high.
Floor covering manufacturers should be consulted for specific recommendations.
To reduce the potential for future cosmetic distress due to concrete shrinkage cracks and
minor soil movement, AGRA recommends that any proposed inflexible floor coverings,
such as ceramic tile or decorative stone, be installed on a 1 %-inch thick, wire-reinforced
mortar bed over a cleavage membrane, as recommended by the Ceramic Tile Institute.
The purpose of the mortar bed and cleavage membrane is to allow minor slab movement
under an inflexible floor covering without significant impact to the covering. Altemate
means of providing the same level of protection may also be considered if recommended
by a qualified tile contractor. Flexible joint material should be used where crack-sensitive
flooring overiies concrete joints
6.2.3 Moisture Conditioning
The slab subgrade soils underlying the post-tensioned foundation systems should be
presoaked in accordance with the recommendations presented in Table 4 prior to
placement of the moisture barrier and slab concrete. Lime-treatment should be perfomied
below conventional foundations. The subgrade soil moisture content should be checked
by a representative of the geotechnical consultant prior to slab constmction.
TABLE 4
Minimum Presaturation Recommendations for Foundation Subgrade Soils
Expansion Potential
(UBC 18-I-B)
Presoaking Recommendations
Very Low to Low (or Lime-Treated) Near-optimum moisture content to a depth of 6 inches
Medium Minimum of 1.3 times the optimum moisture content to a
minimum depth of 18 inches below slab subgrade
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Presoaking or moisture conditioning may be achieved in a number of ways. Based on our
professional experience, we have found that minimizing the moisture loss on pads that
have been completed (by periodic wetting to keep the upper portion of the pad from drying
out) and/or berming the lot and flooding for a short period of time (days to a few weeks)
are some of the more efficient ways to meet the presoaking recommendations. If flooding
is performed, a couple of days to let the upper portion of the pad dry out and form a cmst
so equipment can be utilized should be anticipated.
6.3 SETTLEMENT
The recommended allowable bearing capacity is generally based on a total static settlement of
3/4 inche. Differential settlement is likely to be approximately one-half of the total settlement
shortly after application of the building load.
6.4 LATERAL EARTH PRESSURES AND RETAINING WALL DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS
The recommended lateral pressures forthe site soil (expansion index less than 90 per UBC Table
18-I-B) or either granular on site soils or import soils (expansion index less than 30) for level
backfill conditions are presented in Table 5.
TABLE 5
Lateral Earth Pressures
Conditions
Equivalent Fluid Weight (pcf)
Conditions Expansive Onsite Soils (El <90) Import Soils or Granular Onsite Soils (EIOO)
Active 45 35
At-Rest 70 55
Passive 325 325
Embedded stmctural walls should be designed for lateral earth pressures exerted on them. The
magnitude of these pressures depends on the amount of deformation that the wall can yield under
load. If the wall can yield enough to mobilize the full shear strength of the soil, it can be designed
for "active" pressure. If the wall cannot yield under the applied load, the shear strength of the soil
cannot be mobilized and the earth pressure will be higher. Such walls should be designed for "at-
rest" conditions. If a stmcture moves toward the soils, the resulting resistance developed by the
soil is the "passive" resistance.
For design purposes, the recommended equivalent fluid pressure foreach case for walls founded
above the static ground water and backfilled with import soils of very low to low expansion
potential or onsite (moderately expansive soils) is provided in Table 5. The equivalent fluid
pressure values assume free-draining conditions. If conditions other than those assumed above
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are anticipated, the equivalent fluid pressure values should be provided on an individual-case
basis by the geotechnical engineer. Surcharge loading effects from the adjacent stmctures should
be evaluated by the geotechnical engineer. All retaining wall structures should be provided with
appropriate drainage and appropriately waterproofed. The outlet pipe should be sloped to drain
to a suitable outlet Typical wall drainage design is illustrated in Appendix C.
For sliding resistance, the friction coefficient of 0.35 may be used at the concrete and soil
interface. In combining the total lateral resistance, the passive pressure or the frictional resistance
should be reduced by 50 percent. Wall footings should be designed in accordance with stmctural
considerations. The passive resistance value may be increased by one-third when considering
loads of short duration such as wind or seismic loads.
The backfill soils should be compacted to at least 90 percent relative compaction (based on ASTM
Test Method D 1557). The walls should be constmcted and backfilled as soon as possible after
back-cut excavation. Prolonged exposure of back-cut slopes may result in some localized slope
instability.
Foundations for retaining walls in competent formational soils or properiy compacted fill should
be embedded at least 18 inches below lowest adjacent grade. At this depth, an allowable bearing
capacity of 2,000 psf may be assumed.
6.5 PRELIMINARY PAVEMENT DESIGN
For preliminary design purposes, we have utilized a design R-value of 12 for the pavement
subgrade soils based on our laboratory test results. It is recommended that representative
samples of actual subgrade materials be obtained after grading and tested to provide the final
pavement design. The project architect should review the provided traffic index indices prior to
final design.
Utilizing the design procedures outlined in the cun-ent Caltrans Highway Design Manual and a
design R-value of 12, we provide the following preliminary pavement sections for planning
purposes. We are presenting the preliminary pavement sections based on 2 traffic indices. The
project civil engineer/architect should determine the appropriate traffic index.
• Traffic Index = 4.5 (20 vear design life)
3.0 inches of asphalt concrete over 7.0 inches of Caltrans Class 2 aggregate base
• Traffic Index - 5.0 (20 vear design life)
3.0 inches of asphalt concrete over 8.5 inches of Caltrans Class 2 aggregate base, or
3.5 inches of asphalt concrete over 7.5 inches of Caltrans Class 2 aggregate base, or
4.0 inches of asphalt concrete over 6.5 inches of Caltrans Class 2 aggregate base
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A traffic index of 4.5 is typically used for parking areas for passenger vehicles with an average
daily traffic index of less than 200 vehicles. A traffic index of 5.0 is similar to a cut-de-sac or local
street with an average daily traffic of less than 1,200 passenger vehicles with minor tmck traffic.
For pavement areas subject to trash tmck or other heavy loading a Portland Cement Concrete
(PCC) pavement is recommended. We recommend a minimum of 6 inches of PCC on native
soils. The PCC pavement should be provided with appropriate steel reinforcement and crack-
control joints as designed by the project stmctural engineer. Minmum reinforcement should
consist of No. 3 rebars at 18 inches (on center) at slab midheight which continues through all
crack-control joints but not through expansion joints. If saw-cuts are used, they should be a
minimum depth of 1/4 ofthe slab thickness and made within 24 hours of concrete placement. We
recommend that sections be as neariy square as possible. A 3.250 psi concrete mix should be
utilized.
Asphalt Concrete (AC) and Class 2 base materials should conform to and be placed in accordance
with the latest revision of the California Department of Transportation Standard Specifications
(Caltrans).
The pavement subgrade should be finm and unyielding when the pavement section is placed. The
upper 12 inches of subgrade soils should be moisture conditioned and compacted to at least 95
percent relative compaction based on ASTM Test Method D1557 prior to placement of aggregate
base. The base layer should be compacted to at least 95 percent relative compaction as
determined by ASTM Test Method D1557. Untreated Class 2 aggregate base (not processed
miscellaneous base) shouid meet the four criteria of Section 26-1.02A of the most recent Caltrans
specifications.
We recommend that the cutts, gutters, and sidewalks be designed by the civil engineer or
stmctural engineer. Curbs adjacent to paved areas should have bases in the subgrade material,
not the aggregate base course, to provide a cut-off to reduce water migration into the subgrade
soils. We suggest control joints, at appropriate intervals, as determined by the civii or stmcture
engineer, be considered. We also suggest welded-wire mesh reinforcement and a minimum
thickness of 4 inches for sidewalk slabs.
We recommend steps be taken to prevent the subgrade soils from becoming saturated. Paved
areas should be properiy sloped so that water does not pond and infiltrate into the pavement
subgrade. Concrete swales should be designed in roadway or paridng areas subject to
concentrated surface mnoff.
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6.6 CONTROL OF SURFACE WATER AND DRAINAGE CONTROL
Positive drainage of surface water away from structures is very important No water should be
allowed to pond adjacent to buildings. Positive drainage may be accomplished by providing
drainage away from buildings at a gradient of at least 2 percent for a distance of at least 5 feet
and further maintained by a swale or drainage path at a gradient of at least 1 percent Where
limited by 5-foot side yards, drainage should be directed away from foundations for a minimum
of 3 feet and into a collective swale or pipe system. Where necessary, drainage paths may be
shortened by use of area drains and collector pipes. Eave gutters are recommended to reduce
water filtration into the subgrade soils. Landscaping should be of a drought-tolerant variety and
use drip irrigation systems or other methods to reduce water infiltration in the subsurface per the
landscape architect.
6.7 SOIL CORROSIVITY
In general soil environments that are detrimental to concrete have high concentrations of soluble
sulfates and/or pH values of less than 5.5. Table 19-A-4 of UBC, 1997 provides specific guidelines
for the concrete mix-design when the soluble sulfate content of the soil exceeds 0.1 percent by
weight or 1000 ppm. The minimum amount of chloride ions in the soil environment that are
corrosive to steel, either in the form of reinforcement protected by concrete cover, or plain steel
substmctures such as steel pipes or piles is 500 ppm per California Test 532. The results of our
laboratory tests on representative soils from the site indicated a soluble sulfate content of 0.024
percent suggests that the concrete should be designed in accordance with the Negligible Category
of Table 19-A-4 of UBC, 1997. The test result also indicates a chloride content of barely less than
500 ppm, and a minimum resistivity of 935 ohm-cm, which indicates that the soil is severely
corrosive with respect to ferrous metals. The test results are provided in Appendix B.
Based on the results of the minimum resistivity testing, it is recommended that reinforcing bars
within concrete which is in contact with the soil be covered by 3 or more inches of concrete. It is
also recommended that buried metal pipes not be used or should be provided with some form of
corrosion protection such as epoxy coating or cathodic protection. Although the sulfate content
results indicate a negligible sulfate exposure, AGRA also recommends the use of Type II modified
Portland cement
The above provides general guidelines for the on-site soils. For the appropriate evaluation and
mitigation design for the proposed stmctures and other substances with potential influence from
corrosive soils, a corrosion engineer may be consulted. These other substances include, but are
not necessarily limited to, buried copper tubing, aluminum elements in close vicinity of soils, or
stucco finish that can be potentially influenced.
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6.8 FLATWORK RECOMMENDATIONS
Since the site is underiain by expansive soils, differential heave ofthe site flatwork will likely occur
over the life of the project This heave can be reduced by using a 4-inch (minimum) thickness for
all flahvoric and one of the following methods:
• Flatwork should be underiain by a minimum of 4 inches of Class 2 Base or pea gravel.
Flatwork should be reinforced with 6x6-6/6 welded wire mesh at slab midheight, or
• Flatwork should be underiain by native soils. Flatwork should be reinforced with No. 3
rebars at 18 inches on center (each way), at slab midheight
For both cases, slabs should have crack control joints at appropriate spacings and near all
comers. Slab subgrade should be presoaked in accordance with the recommendations in Section
6.2.3.
7.0 CONSTRUCTION OBSERVATION, LIMITATIONS, AND PLAN REVIEW
The conclusions and recommendations in this report are based in part upon data that were
obtained from a limited number of observations, site visits, excavations, samples, and tests which
were deemed representative ofthe site conditions at the time ofthe subsurface investigation. The
nature of many sites is such that differing geotechnical or geological conditions can occur within
small distances and under varying climatic conditions. Changes in subsurface conditions can and
do occur overtime. Therefore, the findings, conclusions, and recommendations presented in this
report can be relied upon only if AGRA has the opportunity to observe the subsurface conditions
during grading and constmction of the project, in order to confirm that our preliminary findings are
representative for the site. In addition, we recommend that this office have an opportunity to
review the final grading and foundation plans in order to provide additional site-specific
recommendations.
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8.0 REFERENCES
CDMG. 1996. Probabilistic Seismic Hazard Assessment for the State of Califomia. Open-File
Report No. 96-08.
Hart, 1994, Fault-Rupture Hazard Zones in Califomia, Alquist-Priolo Special study Zones Act of
1972 with Index to Special Study Zones Maps: Department of Conservation, Division of
Mines and Geology, Special Publication 42.
Housner, G.W. 1970, Strong Ground Motion, jn Earthquake Engineering, Robert Wiegel (ed.), pp.
75-92.
International Conference of Building Officials. 1997, Uniform Building Code.
Ishihara, K.. 1985, "Stability of Natural Deposits during Earthquakes", Proceedings ofthe Eleventh
International Conference of Soil Mechanics and Foundation Engineering, A.A. Belkema
Publishers, Rotterdam, Netheriands.
Ken Stocton Architect. 2000. 24-Unit Housing Development 670 Laguna Drive. Carisbad. CA,
dated, Febmary 5, 2000, Sheets No. Al and A2
Marcuson. W.F., HI. and W.A. Bieganousky. 1977, "SPT and Relative Density in Coarse Sands",
Journal ofthe Geotechnical Engineering Division, ASCE 103 (FT11): 1295-1309.
National Research Council, 1985, "Liquefaction of Soils During Earthquakes" Report No.: CETS-
EE-001, National Academy Press. Washington, D.C.
Schnabel, P.B., and Seed, H.B., 1973, Accelerations in Rock for Earthquake in the Westem
United States, Seismological Society of America Bulletin. Vol. 63, No. 2, pp. 501-575.
Seed, H.B., and Idriss, I.M., 1971, "Simplified Procedure for Evaluating Soil Liquefaction
Potential", Journal ofthe Soil mechanics and Foundation Division, ASCE 97 (SM9): 1249-
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Earthquake Engineering Research Institute, Bericeley, Califomia.
Seed, H.B., Idriss, I.M., and Kiefer, F.W., 1969, Characteristics of Rock Motions During
Earthquakes, JSMFD, ASCE, WE95, No. SMS, pp. 1199-1218.
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Seed, H.B., Murarida, R., Lysmer, J., and Idriss, I., 1975, "Relationships Behveen Maximum
Acceleration, Maximum Velocity, Distance from Source and Local Site Conditions for
Moderately Strong Earthquake", Report No. EERC 75-17, University of California,
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County. Califomia. Plate I. Geologic Map of Oceanside, San Luis Rey, and San Marcos
7.5' Quadrangles, San Diego County Califomia, map scale 1:24,000.
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dated 5/2/53.
APPENDIX A
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UNIFIED SOIL CLASSIFICATION
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Highly
Organic ^ils
Silts and Clays
Liquid Limit >50%
Silts and Clays
Liquid Limit <50%
Fine Grained Soils (more than 50% is smaller than No. 200 sieve)
SC SM
Sands with Fines Clean Sands >12% Fines I <5% Fines
SP SW
Sands - more than 50% of coarse
fraction is smaller than No. 4 sieve
3ravels with Fines >12% Fines Clean Gravels <5% Fines .
Gravels - more than 50% of coarse
fraction is larger than No, 4 sieve
Coarse Grained Soils (more than 50% is larqer than No. 200 sieve)
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GW and SW: Cu = •„ /D^ greater than 4 for GW, greater than 6 for SW
Cc = Djo'/Deo X D,o between 1 and 3
GP and SP: Clean gravel or sand not meeting requirements for GW and SW
GM and SM: Atterberg Limits below "A" LINE and PI less than 4
GC and SC: Atterberg Limits above "A" LINE and PI greater than 7
Silt or Clay Fine Sand Medium Sand Coarse Sand Fine Gravel Coarse Gravel Cobble Boulder
Sieve2( Size >o 40 10 4 3/4" 3 1 2"
20 40 60 80
LIQUID LIMIT
Classification of earth materials is based on field inspection and should not be construed to imply laboratory analysis unless so stated
MATERIAL SYMBOLS
Asphalt Calcaerous Sandstone
Concrete
Conglomerate
Sandstone
Silty Sandstone
Clayey Sandstone
Siltstone
Sandy Siltstone
Clayey Siltstone /Silty Claystone
Claystone/Shale
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CONSISTENCY CLASSIFICATION FOR
SOILS
According to the Standard Penetration Test
Blows / Foot* Granular Blows / Foot* Cohesive
0-5 Very Loose 0-2 Very Soft
6-10 Loose 2-4 Soft
11-30 \1edium Dense 4-8 Medium Stiff
31-50 Dense 8-15 Stiff
50 Very Dense 15-30 Very Stiff
>30 Hard
' using 140-lb. hammer with 30" drop = 350 ft-lb/blow
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Driven Sample
Water Level ^
Unconformity.
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Intrusive Igneous RocK -Bottom of the Borina
"NSR" indicates NO SAMPLE RECOVERY
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TEST BORING LOG BORING: B-1 Sheet 1 of 1
Date(s) Drilled: 8/8/00 Surface Elevation (ft): -40 Total Depth of Boring (ft): 21
Hole Diameter (in): 8 3/4 Rig Type: Hollow Stem Auger Drilling Contractor: C & K Drilling
Depth to Groundwater (ft): 16 Boring Completion: Backfilled w/cuttings on 8/8/0(f Caving: None observed
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medium dense CLAYEY SAND.
GC TERRACE DEPOSITS:
Presence of gravel and cobbles indicates terrace
deposits as encountered in near-by borings.
SANTIAGO FORMATION:
White to light yellow-brown, moist CLAYEY
SANDSTONE, weakly to moderately cemented.
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TEST BORING LOG BORING: B-2 Sheet 1 of 1
Date(s) Drilled: 8/8/00 Surface Elevation (ft): ~40 Total Depth of Boring (ft): 21
Hole Diameter (in): 8 3/4 Rig Type: Hollow Stem Auger Drilling Contractor: C & K Drilling
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TERRACE DEPOSITS:
Greenish brown, moist, medium dense CLAYEY SAND;
white and orange streaks; scattered gravel.
...increased gravel.
SANTIAGO FORMATION:
White to light yellow-brown, wet CLAYEY
SANDSTONE, weakly to moderately cemented.
.saturated.
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scale 1:24000.
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TEST BORING LOG BORING: B-3 Sheet 1 of 1
Date(s) Drilled: 8/8/00 Surface Elevation (ft): -40 Total Depth of Boring (ft): 21.5
Hole Diameter (in): 8 3/4 Rig Type: Hollow Stem Auger Drilling Contractor: C & K Drilling
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TERRACE DEPOSITS:
Greenish brown, moist, medium dense SILTY SAND;
scattered gravel.
SANTIAGO FORMATION:
White to light yellow-brown, moist CLAYEY
SANDSTONE, weakly to moderately cemented.
...saturated.
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7.5' Topographic Series, Encinitas Quadrangle, map
scale 1:24000.
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TEST BORING LOG BORING: B-4 Sheet 1 of 1
Date(s) Drilled: 8/8/00 Surface Elevation (ft): -40 Total Depth of Boring (ft): 21.5
Hole Diameter (In): 8 3/4 Rig Type: Hollow Stem Auger Drilling Contractor: C & K Drilling
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indicates terrace deposits as encountered in near-by
borings.
SANTIAGO FORMATION:
White to light yellow-brown, moist CLAYEY
SANDSTONE, weakly to moderately cemented.
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TEST BORING LOG BORING: B-5 Sheet 1 of
Date(s) Drilled: 8/8/00 Surface Elevation (ft): -40 Total Depth of Boring (ft): 21
Hole Diameter (In): 8 3/4 Rig Type: Hollow Stem Auger Drilling Contractor: C & K Drilling
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SANDSTONE, weakly to moderately cemented.
.saturated.
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APPENDIX B
Mr. Tim Carroll
O'Day Consultants
Project No. 0-252-103800
July 21.2000
Page (B-1)
APPENDIX B
Laboratory Testing Procedures and Test Results
Expansion Index Tests: The expansion potential of selected materials was evaluated by the
Expansion Index Test U.B.C. Standard No. 18-2. Specimens are molded under a given
compactive energy to approximately the optimum moisture content and approximately 50 percent
saturation or approximately 90 percent relative compaction. The prepared 1-inch thick by 4-inch
diameter specimens are loaded to an equivalent 144 psf surcharge and are inundated with tap
water until volumetric equilibrium is reached. The results of these tests are presented in the table
below:
Sample
Location Sample Description
Compacted
Dry Density
(pen
Expansion
Index
Expansion
Potential
B-1 @ 6" Brown clayey sand 94.0 108 High
B-3 @ 0'-4' Brown silty sand 115.6 0 Very Low
Consolidation/Collapse Testing: Selected samples were loaded in a consolidometer to the
proposed overburden pressure. The samples were then inundated with water and the percent
hydrocollapse was measured and recorded below. A negative value indicates swell.
Sample Location % Hydrocollapse
B-3. 5' -0.83 @ 1000 psf (expansion)
Classification or Grain Size Tests: Typical materials were subjected to mechanical grain-size
analysis by sieving from U.S. Standard brass screens (ASTM Test Method D422). Hydrometer
analyses were performed where appreciable quantities of fines were encountered. The data was
evaluated in determining the classification of the materials. The grain-size distribution curves are
presented in the test data and the Unified Soil Classification (USCS) is presented in both the test
data and the logs. Below is a summary of the percent passing the No. 200 Sieve.
Mr. Tim Carroll
O'Day Consultants
Project No. 0-252-103800
July 21. 2000
Page (B-2)
Sample Location Percent Passing No. 200 Sieve
B-1. 5*-7' 64
B-2. 2'-5' 50
Chloride Testing: Representative soil samples were obtained for testing for chloride content in
accordance with Califomia Test Method 422. The results are presented in the following table.
Sample Location Chloride Content, ppm Chloride Attack Potential*
B-2. 2'-5' 490 Moderate
1 *Per Cal Test Method 532 and City of San Diego Program Design Guidelines for Consultants, 1992. |
Minimum Resistivity and pH Tests: Minimum resistivity and pH tests were performed in general
accordance with California Test Method 643. The results are presented in the table below:
Sample Location Minimum Resistivity (ohms-cm) Corrosion Potential*
B-2. 2'-5' 8.0 937 Very High
* per City of San Diego Program Design Guidelines for Consultants, 1992.
"R"-Value: The resistance "R"-value was determined by the California Materials Method No. 301
for base, subbase, and basement soils. The samples were prepared and exudation pressure and
"R"-value determined. The graphically determined "R"-value at exudation pressure of 300 psi is
reported.
Sample Number R-Value
B-1,5'-7' 12
Mr. Tim Carroll
O'Day Consultants
Project No. 0-252-103800
July 21, 2000
Page (B-3)
Moisture and Density Determination Tests: Moisture content and dry density determinations
were performed on relatively undisturbed samples obtained from the test borings. The results of
these tests are presented in the boring logs. Where applicable, only moisture content was
determined from "undisturbed" or disturbed samples.
Soluble Sulfates: The soluble sulfate contents of selected samples were determined by
standard geochemical methods. The test results are presented in the table below:
Sample Location Soluble Sulfate Content {%) 1
Sulfate Exposure*
B-2, 2'-5' 0.024 Negligible
* Based on the 1997 edition of the Uniform Building Code, Table No. 19-A-4, prepared by the International Conference of Building
Officials (ICBO, 1997).
Direct Shear Tests: Direct shear tests were performed on selected remolded and/or undisturbed
samples which were soaked for a minimum of 24 hours under a surcharge equal to the applied
normal force during testing. After transfer of the sample to the shear box, and reloading the
sample, pore pressures set up in the sample due to the transfer were allowed to dissipate for a
period of approximately 1 hour prior to application of shearing force. The samples were tested
under various normal loads, a motor-driven, strain-controlled, direct-shear testing apparatus at a
strain rate of 0.0025 inches per minute. The test results are presented in the test data.
Sample Location Sample Description Friction Angle
(degrees)
Apparent Cohesion
(psf)
B-3, 5'-6' Sandy Clay 25 300
APPENDIX C
GENERAL EARTHWORK AND GRADING SPECIFICATIONS FOR ROUGH GRADING
1.0 General
1.1 Intent: These General Earthwork and Grading Specifications are for the grading
and earthwork shown on the approved grading plan(s) and/or indicated in the
geotechnical report(s). These Specifications are a part of the recommendations
contained in the geotechnical report(s). In case of confiict, the specific
recommendations in the geotechnical report shall supersede these more general
Specifications. Observations of the earthwork by the project Geotechnical
Consultant during the course of grading may result in new or revised
recommendations that could supersede these specifications or the
recommendations in the geotechnical report(s).
1.2 The Geotechnical Consultant of Record: Prior to commencement of work, the
owner shall employ the Geotechnical Consultant of Record (Geotechnical
Consultant). The Geotechnical Consultants shall be responsible for reviewing the
approved geotechnical report(s) and accepting the adequacy of the preliminary
geotechnical findings, conclusions, and recommendations prior to the
commencement of the grading.
Prior to commencement of grading, the Geotechnical Consultant shall review the
"work plan" prepared by the Earthwork Contractor (Contractor) and schedule
sufficient personnel to perform the appropriate level of observation, mapping, and
compaction testing.
During the grading and earthwork operations, the Geotechnical Consultant shall
observe, map, and document the subsurface exposures to verify the geotechnical
design assumptions. If the observed conditions are found to be significantly
different than the interpreted assumptions during the design phase, the
Geotechnical Consultant shall inform the owner, recommend appropriate changes
in design to accommodate the observed conditions, and notify the review agency
where required. Subsurface areas to be geotechnically observed, mapped,
elevations recorded, and/or tested include natural ground after it has been cleared
for receiving fill but before fill is placed, bottoms of all "remedial removal" areas, all
key bottoms, and benches made on sloping ground to receive fill.
The Geotechnical Consultant shall observe the moisture-conditioning and
processing of the subgrade and fill materials and perfonn relative compaction
testing of fill to determine the attained level of compaction. The Geotechnical
Consultant shall provide the test results to the owner and the Contractor on a
routine and frequent basis.
1.3 The Earthwork Contractor: The Earthwori< Contractor (Contractor) shall be
qualified, experienced, and knowledgeable in earthwori< logistics, preparation and
processing of ground to receive fill, moisture-conditioning and processing of fill, and
compacting fill. The Contractor shall review and accept the plans, geotechnical
report(s), and these Specifications prior to commencement of grading. The
Contractor shall be solely responsible for performing the grading in accordance with
the plans and specifications. The Contractor shall prepare and submit to the owner
and the Geotechnical Consultant a wori< plan that indicates the sequence of
earthwork grading, the number of "spreads" of wori< and the estimated quantities
of daily earthwork contemplated forthe site priorto commencement of grading. The
Contractor shall inform the owner and the Geotechnical Consultant of changes in
work schedules and updates to the work plan at least 24 hours in advance of such
changes so that appropriate observations and tests can be planned and
accomplished. The Contractor shall not assume that the Geotechnical Consultant
is aware of all grading operations.
The Contractor shall have the sole responsibility to provide adequate equipment
and methods to accomplish the earthwork in accordance with the applicable grading
codes and agency ordinances, these Specifications, and the recommendations in
the approved geotechnical report(s) and grading plan(s). If, in the opinion of the
Geotechnical Consultant, unsatisfactory conditions, such as unsuitable soil,
improper moisture condition, inadequate compaction, insufficient buttress key size,
adverse weather, etc., are resulting in a quality of work less than required in these
specifications, the Geotechnical Consultant shall reject the work and may
recommend to the owner that construction be stopped until the conditions are
rectified.
2.0 Preparation of Areas to be Filled
2.1 Clearing and Grubbing: Vegetation, such as bmsh, grass, roots, and other
deleterious material shall be sufficiently removed and properly disposed of in a
method acceptable to the owner, goveming agencies, and the Geotechnical
Consultant
The Geotechnical Consultant shall evaluate the extent of these removals depending
on specific site conditions. Earth fill material shall not contain more than 1 percent
of organic materials (by volume). No fill lift shall contain more than 5 percent of
organic matter. Nesting ofthe organic materials shall not be allowed.
If potentially hazardous matierials are encountered, the Contractor shall stop work
in the affected area, and a hazardous material specialist shall be infonmed
immediately for proper evaluation and handling of these materials priorto continuing
to work in that area.
As presently defined by the State of California, most refined petroleum products
(gasoline, diesel fuel, motor oil, grease, coolant, etc.) have chemical constituents
that are considered to be hazardous waste. As such, the indiscriminate dumping
or spillage of these fluids onto the ground may constitute a misdemeanor,
punishable by fines and/or imprisonment, and shall not be allowed.
2.2 Processing: Existing ground that has been declared satisfactory for support of fill
by the Geotechnical Consultant shall be scarified to a minimum depth of 6 inches.
Existing ground that is not satisfactory shall be overexcavated as specified in the
following section. Scarification shall continue until soils are broken down and free
of large clay lumps or clods and the working surface is reasonably unifomi, flat, and
free of uneven features that would inhibit uniform compaction.
2.3 Overexcavation: In addition to removals and overexcavations recommended in the
approved geotechnical report(s) and the grading plan, soft, loose, dry, saturated,
spongy, organic-rich, highly fractured or otherwise unsuitable ground shall be
overexcavated to competent ground as evaluated by the Geotechnical Consultant
during grading.
2.4 Benching: Where fills are to be placed on ground with slopes steeper than 5:1
(horizontal to vertical units), the ground shall be stepped or benched. Please see
the Standard Details for a graphic illustration. The lowest bench or key shall be a
minimum of 15 feet wide and at least 2 feet deep, into competent material as
evaluated by the Geotechnical Consultant. Other benches shall be excavated a
minimum height of 4 feet into competent material or as otherwise recommended by
the Geotechnical Consultant Fiil placed on ground sloping flatterthan 5:1 shall also
be benched or otherwise overexcavated to provide a flat subgrade for the fill.
2.5 Evaluation/Acceptance of Fill Areas: All areas to receive fill, including removal and
processed areas, key bottoms, and benches, shall be observed, mapped, elevations
recorded, and/or tested prior to being accepted by the Geotechnical Consultant as
suitable to receive fill. The Contractor shall obtain a written acceptance from the
Geotechnical Consultant prior to fill placement A licensed surveyor shall provide
the survey control for determining elevations of processed areas, keys, and
benches.
3.0 Fill Material
3.1 General: Material to be used as fill shall be essentially free of organic matter and
other deleterious substances evaluated and accepted by the Geotechnical
Consultant prior to placement Soils of poor quality, such as those with
unacceptable gradation, high expansion potential, or low strength shall be placed
in areas acceptable to the Geotechnical Consultant or mixed with other soils to
achieve satisfactory fill material.
3.2 Oversize: Oversize material defined as rock, or other irreducible material with a
maximum dimension greater than 8 inches, shall not be buried or placed in fill
unless location, materials, and placement methods are specifically accepted by the
Geotechnical Consultant. Placement operations shall be such that nesting of
oversized material does not occur and such that oversize material is completely
surrounded by compacted or densified fill. Oversize material shall not be placed
within 10 vertical feet of finish grade or within 2 feet of future utilities or underground
construction.
3.3 Import: If importing of fill material is required for grading, proposed import material
shall meet the requirements of Section 3.1. The potential import source shall be
given to the Geotechnical Consultant at least 48 hours (2 working days) before
importing begins so that its suitability can be determined and appropriate tests
performed.
4.0 Fill Placement and Compaction
4.1 Fill Layers: Approved fill material shall be placed in areas prepared to receive fill
(per Section 3.0) in near-horizontal layers not exceeding 8 inches in loose
thickness. The Geotechnical Consultant may accept thicker layers if testing
indicates the grading procedures can adequately compact the thicker layers. Each
layer shall be spread evenly and mixed thoroughly to attain relative uniformity of
material and moisture throughout
4.2 Fill Moisture Conditioning: Fill soils shall be watered, dried back, blended, and/or
mixed, as necessary to attain a relatively uniform moisture content at or slightly over
optimum. Maximum density and optimum soil moisture content tests shall be
performed in accordance with the American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM
Test Method D1557-91).
4.3 Compaction of Fill: After each layer has been moisture-conditioned, mixed, and
evenly spread, it shall be uniformly compacted to not less than 90 percent of
maximum dry density (ASTM Test Method Dl 557-91). Compaction equipment shall
be adequately sized and be either specifically designed for soil compaction or of
proven reliability to efficiently achieve the specified level of compaction with
uniformity.
4.4 Compaction of Fill Slopes: In addition to nonnal compaction procedures specified
above, compaction of slopes shall be accomplished by backrolling of slopes with
sheepsfoot rollers at increments of 3 to 4 feet in fill elevation, or by other methods
producing satisfactory results acceptable to the Geotechnical Consultant Upon
completion of grading, relative compaction of the fill, out to the slope face, shall be
at least 90 percent of maximum density per ASTM Test Method Dl 557-91.
4.5 Compaction Testing: Field tests for moisture content and relative compaction ofthe
fill soils shall be performed by the Geotechnical Consultant Location and frequency
of tests shall be at the Consultant's discretion based on field conditions
encountered. Compaction test locations will not necessarily be selected on a
random basis. Test locations shall be selected to verify adequacy of compaction
levels in areas that are judged to be prone to inadequate compaction (such as close
to slope faces and at the fill/bedrock benches).
4.6 Freguencv of Compaction Testing: Tests shall be taken at intervals not exceeding
2 feet in vertical rise and/or 1,000 cubic yards of compacted fill soils embankment
In addition, as a guideline, at least one test shall be taken on slope faces for each
5.000 square feet of slope face and/or each 10 feet of vertical height of slope. The
Contractor shall assure that fill constmction is such that the testing schedule can be
accomplished by the Geotechnical Consultant The Contractor shall stop or slow
down the earthwork construction if these minimum standards are not met
4.7 Compaction Test Locations: The Geotechnical Consultant shall document the
approximate elevation and horizontal coordinates of each test location. The
Contractor shall coordinate with the project surveyor to assure that sufficient grade
stakes are established so that the Geotechnical Consultant can determine the test
locations with sufficient accuracy. At a minimum, two grade stakes within a
horizontal distance of 100 feet and vertically less than 5 feet apart from potential
test locations shall be provided.
5.0 Subdrain Installation
Subdrain systems shall be installed in accordance with the approved geotechnical report(s),
the grading plan, and the Standard Details. The Geotechnical Consultant may recommend
additional subdrains and/or changes in subdrain extent, location, grade, or material
depending on conditions encountered during grading. All subdrains shall be surveyed by
a land surveyor/civil engineer for line and grade after installation and prior to burial.
Sufficient time should be allowed by the Contractor for these surveys.
6.0 Excavation
Excavations, as well as over-excavation for remedial purposes, shall be evaluated by the
Geotechnical Consultant during grading. Remedial removal depths shown on geotechnical
plans are estimates only. The actual extent of removal shall be determined by the
Geotechnical Consultant based on the field evaluation of exposed conditions during
grading. Where fill-over-cut slopes are to be graded, the cut portion of the slope shall be
made, evaluated, and accepted by the Geotechnical Consultant prior to placement of
materials for construction ofthe fill portion ofthe slope, unless othen/vise recommended by
the Geotechnical Consultant
7.0 Trench Backfills
7.1 The Contractor shall follow all OHSA and Cal/OSHA requirements for safety of
trench excavations.
7.2 All bedding and backfill of utility trenches shall be done in accordance with the
applicable provisions of Standard Specifications of Public Works Constmction.
Bedding material shall have a Sand Equivalent greater than 30 (SE>30). The
bedding shall be placed to 1 foot over the top ofthe conduit and densified by jetting.
Backfill shall be placed and densified to a minimum of 90 percent of maximum from
1 foot above the top of the conduit to the surface.
7.3 The jetting of the bedding around the conduits shall be observed by the
Geotechnical Consultant
7.4 The Geotechnical Consultant shall test the trench backfill for relative compaction.
At least one test should be made for every 300 feet of trench and 2 feet of fill.
7.5 Lift thickness of trench backfill shall not exceed those allowed in the Standard
Specifications of Public Works Constmction unless the Contractor can demonstrate
to the Geotechnical Consultant that the fill lift can be compacted to the minimum
relative compaction by his altemative equipment and method.
PnOJECTEO PLANE
1 TO 1 MAXS4UM FTOU TO€
OF SLOPE TO APPROVED GftOUND
NATURAL
GROUND
FILL SLOPE
REMOVE
UNSUrtABLE
MATERIAL
BENCH
HEIGHT
2' MIN.
KEY DEPTH
L—15' MIN.
LOWEST BENCH
(KEY)
NATURAL
GROUND
-^V-i «=—1 4'TYPK:AL
^^MPACTED—ru^r: FILL-OVER-CUT
SLOPE
BENCH
HEIGHT
-—15* MW.—<-j
LOVreST BENCH'
REMOVE
UNSUrrABLE
MATERIAL
— 2'MIN.
KEY DEPTH
CUT FACE
SHAa BE CONSmXTH) PRK3R
TO HLL PLACEMefl-TO ASSURE
ADEQUATE GEOLOOIC CONOmONS
CUT FACC
TO BE CONSmUCTED PRK>R
TO FIX PLACaeiTv
OVERBUILT AND
TRIM BACK
PnOJECTEO PLANE
1 TO 1 MAXIMUM FROM
TOE OF SLOPE TO
APPROVED GROUND
CUT-OVER-FILL
•W- SLOPE
DESIGN SLOPE REMOVE
NSUrrABLE
MATERIAL
For Subdrains See
Standard Detail C
2* MIN. '
KEY DEPTH
-BENCH HEIGHT
^S%KflN.-* —
.»_15' MIN^^
LOWEST BENCH!
(KEY)
I5CH1
BQOflNQ SHAa BE DONE WHEN SLOPES
ANGLE IS EQUAL TO CR GREATER THAN 5:1
MWMUM BQ«H HEIGHT SHAa BE 4 FEET
MINIMUM FU. WIDTH SHAa BE 9 FEET
KEYING AND BENCHING GENERAL EARTHWORK AND GRADING
SPECIFICATIONS
STANDARD DETAILS A
^ AGRA
FINISH GRADE
SLOPE
FACE
:10' MIN.zrznr-.COMPACTED RLLrzr^
^^^^^^^
.OVERSIZE
innriWINDROW
• Overstre rock Is larger than 8 inches
In largest dimensfoa
• Excavate a trench in the compacted
fill deep erxjugh to bury all the rock.
• Backfill with granular soil jetted or
fkxxled In place to fill all the vokJs.
• Do not bury rock within 10 feet of
finish grade.
• Windrow of buried rock shafl be
paraflel to the fkilshed skjpe fiH
JETTED OR FLOODED
GRANULAR MATERIAL
ELEVATION A-A'
PROFILE ALONG WINDROW
A
JETTED OR FLOODED
GRANULAR MATERIAL
OVERSIZE
ROCK DISPOSAL
GENERAL EARTHWORK AND GRADING
SPECIFICATIONS
STANDARD DETAILS B
^ AGRA
NATURAL
GROUND
BENCHING REMOVE
UNSUITABLE
MATERIAL
2" MIN. OVERLAP FROM THE TOP
HOG RING TIED EVERY 6 FEET
CALTRANS CLASS II
PERMEABLE OR #2 ROCK
(9FT.'/FT.) WRAPPED IN
FILTER FABRIC
CANYON SUBDRAIN OUTLET DETAIL
DESIGN
FINISHED
GRADE
PERFORATED PIPE
6-^ MIN.
FILTER FABRIC
(MIRAF1140 OR^
APPROVED \COLLECTOR PIPE SHALL
EQUIVALENT) BE MINIMUM 6* DIAMETER
SCHEDULE 40 PVC PERFORATED
PIPE. SEE STANDARD DETAIL D
FOR PIPE SPECIFICATION
20' MIN
.NON-PERFORAtED
6*<^ MIN.
FILTER FABRIC
(MIRAF1140 OR
APPROVED
EQUIVALENT)
#2 ROCK WRAPPED IN FILTER
TABRIC OR CALTRANS CLASS II
PERMEABLE.
CANYON SUBDRAINS
GENERAL EARTHWORK AND GRADING
SPECIFICATIONS
STANDARD DETAILS C
^ AGRA
OUTLET PIPES
4'<|> NON-PERFORATED PIPE,
100' MAX. O.C. HORIZONTALLY,
30' MAX. O.C. VERTICALLY BACKCUT 1:1
OR FLATTER
2' MIN
POSITIVE SEAL
SHOULD BE
PROVIDED AT
THE JOI
OUTLET PIPE
(NON-PERFORATED)
CALTRANS CLASS II
PERMEABLE OR #2 ROCK
(3Fr.'/FT.) WRAPPED IN
FILTER FABRIC
12* MIN. OVERLAP FROM THE TOP
HOG RING TIED EVERY 6 FEET
\
FILTER FABRIC
(MIRAFI140 0R
APPROVED
EQUIVALENT)
/
T-CONNECnON FOR
COLLECTOR PIPE TO
OUTLET PIPE
• SUBDRAIN INSTALLATION - Subdrain collector pipe shafl be Instafled with perforations down or,
unless otherwise designated by the geotechnical consultant Outiet pipes shall be norvperforated
pipe. T?ie sutxjrain pipe shafl have at least 8 perforations unifonnly spaced per foot Perforation shall
te y/ to W 9 dniled fides are used. Afl sutxjrain pipes shall have a gradient at least 2% towards the
outiet
• SUBDRAIN PIPE - Subdrain pipe shall be ASTM D2751, SDR 23.5 or ASTM D1527, Schedule 40, or
ASTM D3034, SDR 23.5, Schedule 40 Polyvinyl Chtoride Plastk: (PVC) pipe.
• Afl outlet pipe shall be placed In a trench no wider than twk» the subdrain pipe. Pipe shall be in soil
of SE>.30 jetted or flooded in place except for the outside 5 feet whteh shafl t>e native sofl backfilL
BUTTRESS OR
REPLACEMENT FILL
SUBDRAINS
GENERAL EARTHWORK AND GRADING
SPECIFICATIONS
STANDARD DETAILS D
^ AGRA
STABILITY FILL / BUTTRESS DETAIL
OUTLET PIPES
4' 0 NONPERFORATED PIPE.
100' MAX. O.C. HORIZONTALLY,
30' MAX. O.c. VERTICALLY-BACK CUT
1:1 OR FLATTER
BENCH
SEE SUBDRAIN TRENCH
DETAIL
LOWEST SUBDRAIN SHOULD
BE SITUATED AS LOW AS
POSSIBLE TO ALLOW
SUITABLE OUTLET
KEY
DEPTH
KEY WIDTH
AS NOTED ON GRADING PLANS
is' MIN.
PERFORATED
PIPE
NON-PERFORATED
OUTLET PIPE
I ^ 10* MIN. .
" -1 EACH SIDE
CAP
T-COMNECTION DETAIL
6' MIN
OVERLAP
3/4'-1-1/2'
CLEAN GRAVEL
(3ft.3/ft. MIN.)
4-/21
NON-PERFORATED
PIPEs^
FILTER FABRIC
ENVELOPE (MIRAFI
140N OR APPROVED
EQUIVALENT)*
SEE T-CONNECTION
DETAIL
6' MIN.
COVER
4- 0
PERFORATED
PIPE
4* W\H.
BEDDING
SUBDRAIN TRENCH DETAIL
*IF CALTRANS CLASS 2 PERMEABLE
MATERIAL IS USED IN PLACE OF
3y4'-1-1/2' GRAVEL, FILTER FABRIC
MAY BE DELETED
SPECIFICATIONS FOR CALTRANS
CLASS 2 PERMEABLE MATERIAL
U.S. Standard
Sieve Size X Passing
1" 100
3/4" 90-100
3/8" • 40-100
No. 4 25-40
No. 8 18-33
No. 30 5-15
No. 50 0-7
No. 200 0-3
Sand Equivalent>75
NOTES:
For buttress dimensions, see oeotechnlcal report/plans. Actual dimensions of buttress and. subdrain
may be changed by the geotechnical consultant based on field conditions.
SUBDRAIN INSTALLATIONTSubdraIn pipe should be installed with perforations down as depicted.
At locations recommended by the fleotechnicalvconsuitant, nonperforated pipe should be Installed
SUBDRAIN TYPE-SubdraIn type shouid be Acrylon trtle Butadiene Styrene (A.B.S.), Polyvinyl Chloride
(PVC) or approved equivalent. Class 125,SDR 32.5 should be used for maximum fill depths of 35 feet.
Class 200,SDR 21 should be used for maximum fill depths of 100 feet. ^ AGRA
RETAINING WALL DRAINAGE DEtAlL
.SOIL BACKFILL, COMPACTED TO
00 PERCENT;RELATIVE COMPACTION*
RETAINING WALL-
WALL WATERPROOFING
PER ARCHltECf'S
SPECIFICATIONS
o6'.MIN..o
OVERLAP
0 o
FILTER FABRIC ENVELOPE..
:(MIRAFri40N OR APPROVED
EQUIVALENT):**
** -3/4'-1-1/2' CLEAN GRAVEL
. 4'(MIN^ DIAMETER PERFORATED
PVC PIPE (SCHEDULE 40 OR:
EQUIVALENT) WITH PERFORATIONS
ORIENTEOtDOWN AS DEPICTED
MINIMUM 1* PERCENT GRADIENT
TO SUITABLE OUTLET
•SPECIFICATIONS FOR CALTRANS
CLASS 2 PERMEABLE MATERIAL
U.S. Standard
Sieve Size % Passing
1" 100
3/4" 90-100
3/8" 40-100
No. 4 25-40
No. 8 18-33
No. 30 5-15
No. 50 0-7
No. 200 0-3
Sand Equivalent>75
MIN.
COMPETENT BEDROCK OR MATERIAL
AS EVALUATED BY THE GEOTECHNICAL
CONSULTANT
* BASED ON ASTM D1657
**IF CALTRANS CLASS 2 PERMEABLE MATERIAL
(SEE GRADATION TO LEFT) IS USED IN PLACE OF
3/4'-L-1/2' GRAVEL, FILTER FABRIC MAY BE
DELETED. CALTRANS CLASS 2 PERMEABLE
MATERIAL SHOIH.D BE COMPACTED TO 90.
PERCENTVRELATIVE COMPACTION*
NOTE:COMPOSITE DRAINAGE PRODUCTS SUCH AS MIRADRAIN
OR J-DRAIN MAY BE USED AS AN ALTERNATIVE TO GRAVEL OR
CLASS Z INSTALLATION SHOULD BE PERFORlvED IN ACCORDANCE
WITH MANUFACTURER'S SPECIRCATIONS. ^ AGRA