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REPORT OF TESTING AND
OBSERVATION SERVICES PERFORMED
DURING GRADING OPERATIONS
BLACKSTONE RANCH
LOTS 37 THROUGH 42
CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA
PREPARED FOR
CALIFORNIAWEST COMMUNITIES •
CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA
APRIL 2,2014
PROJECT NO. G1517-11-03
GEOCON
INCORPORA:TED
EO.TECHNICAL • ENvIRo:NMENTA.L in MATERIALS
Project No. G1517-11-03
April 2,. 2014
California West Communities
5927 Priestly Drive, Suite 110
Carlsbad, California 92008
Attention: Mr. Jack Hepworth
Subject: REPORT OF TESTING AND OBSERVATION SERVICES
PERFORMED DURING GRADING OPERATIONS
BLACKSTONE RANCH
LOTS 37 THROUGH 42 ..
CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA
Dear Mr. Hepworth:
In accordance with your request, we have prepared this report of grading to summarize our testing
and observation services and to provide recommendations for the continued development of Lots 37
through 42 within Blackstone Ranch located in Carlsbad, California. The grading for these lots has
been . completed and is the subject of this report. We performed our services during the period of
December 26; 2013 through March 28, 2014. The scope of our services included:
Observing the grading operations including the removal of surficial soils within the limits of
grading.
Observing the excavation of cut slopes, undercutting of cut lots and subsequent replacement
with compacted fill, and the installation of canyon subdrains.
Performing in-place density and moisture content tests in fill placed and compacted at the site
during grading operations.
Performing laboratory tests. to aid in evaluating the maximum dry density and optimum
moisture content and shear strength of the compacted fill. Additionally, we performed
laboratory tests on samples of: soil present at finish grade to evaluate expansion
characteristics, water-soluble sulfate and water-soluble chloride ion content.
Preparing an As-Graded Geologic Map.
Preparing this final report of grading for the referenced lots only.
The purpose of this report is to document that the grading for the referenced lots at Blackstone Ranch
has been completed in conformance with the recommendations of the project geotechnical report and
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that the fill materials have been properly placed and compacted in accordance with the project
geotechnical report and the City of Carlsbad Grading Ordinance.
GENERAL
Blackstone Ranch is located in the southeasten portion of the City of Carlsbad. The site is accessed
by the southeastern terminus of Camino Junipero from Rancho Santa Fe Road. The lots were rough
graded for proposed construction of one to two-story, single-family residential structures. The mass
grading was performed by Pennick Incorporated of El Cajon, California.
Grading plans for the project are entitled Grading Plans for: CT 02-17 Shelley Properly Fair Oaks
Valley prepared by Pasco Laret Suiter & Associates dated November 14, 2013. The project soils
report is entitled Update Geotechnical Investigation, Shelley Properly, Carlsbad, California,
prepared by Geocon Incorporated, dated June 26, 2006 (Project No. 06721-52-02) and Update
Geotechnical Letter, Fair Oaks/Shelley Property, Carlsbad, California, prepared by Geocon
Incorporated, dated September 28, 2012 (Project No: G1517-1 1-01),
References to elevations and locations presented herein were based on the surveyor's or grade
checker's stakes in the field, surveyed bottom elevations, and/or interpolation from the referenced
grading plan. Geocon Incorporated does not provide surveying services and, therefore, has no opinion
regarding the accuracy of the as-graded elevations or surface geometry with respect to the approved
plans or proper surface drainage.
GRADING
Grading consisted of removal of surficial topsoil, slopewash and alluvium to expose moderately
strong Metavolcanic Rock, installation of canyon •subdrains, performing blasting of cuts and
undercuts of Metavolcanic Rock, and the placement and compaction of rock fills, soil rock fills, and
soil fill materials to achieve finish grade elevations. Prior to placing fill, the exposed ground surface
was processed subsequent to removals, moisture conditioned as necessary, and compacted. Fill and rock
materials derived from on-site excavations were then placed and compacted in layers in accordance
with the project requirements until design finish grade elevations were obtained.
During the grading operations, we observed compaction procedures and performed ki-place density
tests to evaluate the dry density and/or moisture content of the fill, soil rock fill, and rock fill
materials. We performed in-place density tests in general conformance with ASTM Test Method D
6938 (nuclear). The results of the in-place dry density and moisture content tests are summarized on
Table I. In general, the in-place density test results indicate that fills and soil rock fills have.a dry
density of at least 90 percent of the laboratory maximum dry density near to slightly above optimum
moisture content at the locations tested. Where the fill contained particles larger than 3/4 inch, we
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applied rock corrections to the laboratory maximum dry density and optimum moisture content using
methods suggested by ASTM D 4718, and others. In addition, test pits were excavated within rock
fills to check for adequate moisture content and proper placement. The approximate location of the
in-place density.tests are plotted on the As-Graded Geologic Map (Figure 1). We tested laboratory
samples used for fill to evaluate moisture-density relationships, optimum moisture content and
maximum.dry density (ASTM D 1557) and shear strength (ASTM 3080). In addition, we obtained
soil samples at finish grade to evaluate expansion potential (ASTM D 4829), water-soluble sulfate
content (California Test No. 417) and water-soluble chloride ion content (AASHTO Test No. 291).
The results of the laboratory tests are summarized on Tables II throughVI.
Slopes
Cut and fill slopes were constructed with maximum heights of approximately 37 feet at inclinations of
2:1 (horizontal to vertical) or flatter. Cut slopes are composed of slightly to moderately fractured,
moderately strong to strong Metavolcanic Rock. Slopes should be planted, drained, and maintained to
reduce erosion. Slope irrigation should be kept to a. minimum to just support the vegetative cover.
Surface drainage should not be allowed to flow over the top of the slope.
Finish Grade Soil Conditions
The soil encountered during grading operations is considered to be "non-expansive" and "expansive"
(Expansion Index [El] of 20 or less and greater than 20, respectively), as defined by 2010 California
Building Code (CBC) Section 1803.5.3. Table 1 presents soil classifications based on the expansion
index. A majority of the finish grade soil encountered during grading possesses a "very low" to "low"
expansion potential (El of 50 or less). Table IV presents the results of the laboratory expansion index
tests.
TABLE I
EXPANSIVE SOIL CLASSIFICATION BASED ON EXPANSION INDEX
Expansion Index (El) Expansive Soil Classification 2010 CEC
Expansion Classification
0 -20 Very Low . Non-Expansive
21-50 Low
Expansive
Very High
51-90 Medium
91-130 . . .
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High
Greater Than 130
We also performed water-soluble sulfate testing on samples obtained for expansion index testing to
evaluate the amount of water-soluble sulfates within the finish-grade soil. These test results are used
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to evaluate the potential for sulfate attack on normal Portland cement concrete. The test results
indicate sulfate contents that correspond to "not applicable" or "SO" sulfate exposure to concrete
structures as defined by 2010 CBC Section 1904.3 and ACT 318. The results of the water-soluble
sulfate tests are summarized on Table V. The presence of water-soluble sulfates is not a visually
discernible characteristic; therefore, other soil samples from the site could yield different
concentrations. Additionally, landscaping activities (i.e., addition of fertilizers and other soil
nutrients) over time may affect the concentration. We also performed laboratory water-soluble.
chloride ion content testing of the finish grade soils. The results are provided on Table VI.
Geocon Incorporated does not practice corrosion engineering. Therefore, further evaluation by a
corrosion engineer may be performed if improvements susceptible to corrosion are planned.
SOIL AND GEOLOGIC CONDITIONS
The soil and geologic conditions encountered during grading were found to be similar to those
described in the project geotechnical report. Compacted fill (designated as Qcf and Quc on Figure 1)
was placed over Metavolcanic Rock (Mzu) within the limits of grading. Lots that exposed
Metavolcanic Rock were undercut at least 3 feet from finish pad grade and replaced with compacted
fill (Quc). Fill material within the upper 3 feet of finish pad grade generally consists of clayey sands
with gravel and cobble that has a maximum rock size of 6-inches. However, it should be expected
that some rock greater than 6-inches may exist with the upper 3 foot of each lot. In addition, rock
greater than 6-inches in diameter will be present within fill areas deeper than 3 feet from finish grade.
The enclosed As-Graded Geologic Map (Figure 1) depicts the general geologic conditions, bottom
elevations of the fill, approximate location and elevation of canyon subdrains and in-place density
test location performed during grading operations.
We did not observe groundwater or significant seepage conditions during grading operations. We do
not expect groundwater to adversely impact the proposed project improvements. However, it is not
uncommon for groundwater or seepage conditions to develop where none previously existed.
Groundwater elevations are dependent on seasonal precipitation, irrigation, land use, among other
factors, and vary as a result. Proper surface drainage will be important to future performance of the
project.
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CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
1.0 General
1.1 Based on observations and test results, it is our opinion that the soil engineering and the
geologic engineering, aspects of the grading to which this report pertains has been
'performed in conformance with the recommendations of the previously referenced project
geotechnical report, the project grading plans, and the City of Carlsbad grading ordinance.
Soil and geologic conditions encountered during grading that differ from those expected by
the project soil report are not uncommon. Where such conditions required a significant
modification to the recommendations of the project report, they have been described
herein.
1.2 We did not observe soil or geologic conditions during grading that would preclude the
continued development of .the property as planned. Based 6n laboratory test results and
field observations, it is the opinion of Geocon Incorporated that the fill soil observed and
tested as part of the grading were generally compacted to a dry density of at least
90 percent of the laboratory maximum dry density near to slightly above optimum moisture
content.
1.3 Metavolcanic Rock (Mzu) underlies the compacted fill and is exposed at finish grade incut
slopes. Excavations within Metavolcanic Rock present below fills and on cut slopes for
pools, walls, and utilities will be very difficult and will require rock breaking equipment
and will generate oversize rock material. Refusal should be expected when Metavolcanic
Rock is encountered. In addition, excavations within fill areas deeper than 3 feet will
encounter oversize rock.
2.0 Seismic Design Criteria
2.1 We understand the proposed residential structures were approved using the 2010 CBC for
design. We used the computer program Seismic Hazard Curves and Uniform Hazard
Response Spectra, provided by the USGS to calculate the seismic design parameters Table
2 summarizes design criteria obtained from the 2010 CBC (based on the 2009 International
Building Code [IBC]),- Chapter 16 Structural Design, Section 1613 Earthquake Loads. The
short spectral response uses a period of 0.2 second. The residential structures can be
designed using Site Class C where there is less than 20 feet of fill and Site Class D where
the fill thickness is 20 feet or greater. We evaluated the site class according to 2010 CBC
Section 1613.5.5..Table VII provides the. site class for each lot.
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TABLE2
2010 CBC SEISMIC DESIGN PARAMETERS
Parameter Value 2010 CBC Reference
Site Class C D Table 16 13.5.2
Fill Thickness, 1 (feet) T<20 T>20 --
Spectral Response - Class B (short), 5s 1.097g 1.097g Figure 1613.5(3)
Spectral Response - Class B (I sec), S 0.411 g 0.411g Figure 1613.5(4)
Site Coefficient, FA 1.000 1.061 Table 16i3.5.3(1)
Site Coefficient, Fv 1.389 1.589 Table 1613.5.3(2)
Maximum Considered Earthquake 1.097g 1.163g Section 1613.5.3 (Eqn 16-36) Spectral Response Acceleration (short),
Maximum Considered Earthquake 0.571g . 0.653g. Section 1613.5.3 (Eqn 16-37) Spectral Response Acceleration—(1 sec), SMI
5% Damped Design
Spectral Response Acceleration (short), SDS 0.731g 0.776g Section 1613.5.4 (Eqn 16-38)
5% Damped Design
Spectral Response Acceleration (I sec), SDI
0.381g 0.435g Section 1613.5.4 (Eqn 16-39)
2.2 Conformance to the criteria in Table 2 for seismic design does not constitute any kind of
guarantee or assurance that significant structural damage or ground failure will not occur if
a large earthquake occurs. The primary goal of seismic design is to protect life, not to avoid
aildamage, since such design may be economically prohibitive.
3.0 Post Tensioned Foundation Recommendations
3.1 We understand that a post tensioned foundation system will be used to support the
residential structures. The, post-tensioned system should be designed by a structural
engineer experienced in post-tensioned slab design and design criteria of the Post-
Tensioning Institute (PTI), Third Edition, as required by the 2010 California Building Code
(CBC Section1808.6). Although this procedure was developed for expansive soil
conditions, it can also be used to reduce the potential for foundation distres due to
differential fill settlement.
3.2 The post-tensioned foundation recommendations presented herein are for the proposed one-
to two-story residential structures. We separated the foundation recommendations into
three categories based on either the maximum and differential fill thickness or Expansion
Index. The foundation category criteria are presented in Table 3.1. Table IX. provides the
foundation category for each lot. . . . .
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TABLE 3.1
FOUNDATION CATEGORY CRITERIA
Foundation Category Maximum Fill .
Thickness, T (feet)
Differential Fill.
Thickness, D (feet)
Expansion Index
(El)
I T<20 -- EI<50
II 20<T<50 10<13<20 50<EI<90
III T>50 D>20 90<EI<130
3.3 The post-tensioned design should incorporate the geotechnical parameters presented on
Table 3.2 for the particular Foundation Category designated. The parameters presented in
Table 3.2 are based on the guidelines presentted in the PTI, Third Edition design manual.
The foundations for the post-tensioned slabs should be embedded in accordance with the
recommendations of the structural engineer.
TABLE 3.2
POST-TENSIONED FOUNDATION SYSTEM DESIGN PARAMETERS
Post-Tensioning Institute (PT!)
Third Edition Design Parameters
Foundation Category
ii iii
Thornthwaite Index -20 720 -20
Equilibrium Suction 3.9 3.9 3.9
Edge Lift Moisture Variation Distance, em (feet) 5.3 5.1 4.9
Edge Lift, YM (inches) 0.61 1.10 158
Center Lift Moisture Variation Distance, em. (feet) 9.0 9.0 9.0
Center Lift, YM (inches) 0.30 0.47 0.66
3.4 . If 'The structural engineer proposes a post-tensioned foundation design method other than
the 2010 CBC:
The deflection criteria presented in-Table 3.2 are still applicable.
Interior stiffener beams should be used for Foundation Categories II and III.
The width of the perimeter foundations should be at least 12 inches.
The perimeter footing embedment depths should be at least. 12 inches, 18 inches
and 24 inches for foundation categories I, II, and III, respectively. The embedment
depths should be measured from the lowest adjacent pad grade.
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3.5 Our experience indicates post-tensioned slabs can be susceptible to edge lift, regardless of
the underlying soil conditions. Placing reinforcing steel at the bottom of the perimeter
footings and the interior stiffener beams may mitigate this potential. Current PTI design
procedures primarily address the potential center lift of slabs but, because of the placement
of the reinforcing tendons in the top of the slab, the resulting eccentricity after tensioning
reduces the ability of the system to mitigate edge lift. The structural engineer should design
and the contractor should properly' construct the foundation system to reduce the potential
of edge lift occurring for the proposed structures.
3.6 During the construction, of' the post-tension foundation system, the concrete should be
'placed monolithically. Under no circumstances should cold joints form between the
footings/grade beams and the slab during, the construction of the post-tension foundation
- system.
3.7 Category I, II, or III foundations may be designed for an allowable soil bearing pressure of
2,000 pounds per square foot (psf) (dead plus live load). This bearing pressure may be
increased by one-third for transient loads due to 'wind or seismic forces. The estimated
maximum total and differential settlement for the planned structures under the imposed
foundation loads is about Y2-inch.
3.8 Isolated footings located outside the building slab should have the minimum embedment
depth of at least 12 inches, 18 inches, and 24 inches for foundation categories I, II, and III.
Isolated footings should be connected to the building foundation system with grade beams.
3.9 For Foundation Category III, consideration should be given to using interior stiffening
beams and connecting isolated footings and/or increasing .the slab thickness. In addition,
consideration should be given to connecting patio slabs, which exceed 5 feet in width, to
the building foundation to reduce the potential for future separation to occur.
3.10 Slabs that may receive moisture-sensitive floor coverings or may be used to store moisture-
sensitive materials should be underlain by a vapor retarder. The vapor retarder design should
be consistent with the guidelines presented in the American Concrete Institute's (ACI) Guide
for Concrete Slabs that Receive Moisture-Sensitive Flooring Materials (AC! 302.2R-06). In
addition, the membrane should be installed in accordance. With manufacturer's
recommendations and ASTM requirements and installed in a manner that prevents puncture.
The vapor retarder used should be specified by the project architect or developer based on the
type of floor covering that will be installed and if the structure will possess a humidity
controlled environment.
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3.11 The bedding sand thickness should be determined by the project foundation engineer,
architect, and/or developer. It is typical to have 3 inches of sand for 5-inch thick slabs in
the southern California area. The foundation design engineer should provide appropriate
concrete mix design criteria and curing measures to assure proper curing of the slab by
reducing the potential for rapid moisture loss and subsequent cracking and/or slab curl. We
suggest that the foundation, design engineer present the concrete mix design and proper
curing methods on the foundation plans. It is critical that the foundation contractor
understands and follows the recommendations presented on the foundation plans.
3.12 Special subgrade presaturation is not deemed necessary prior to placing concrete; however,
the exposed foundation and slab subgrade soil should be moisture conditioned, as
necessary, to maintain a moist condition as would be expected in such concrete placement.
3.13 Where buildings or other improvements are planned near the top of a slope steeper than 3:1
(horizontal, to vertical), special foundations and/or design considerations are recommended
due to the tendency for lateral soil movement to occur.
Footings should be deepened such that the bottom outside edge of the footing is at
least 7 feet horizontally from the face of the slope.
If swimming pools are planned, Geocon Incorporated should be contacted to
review the pool plans and the specific site conditions to •provide additional
recommendations, if necessary.
Swimming pools located within 7 feet of the top of fill slopes are not
recommended. Where such a condition cannot be avoided, the portion of the
swimming pool wall within 7 feet of the slope face should be designed assuming
that the adjacent soil provides no lateral support.
Although other improvements, which are relatively rigid or brittle, such as concrete
flatwork or masonry walls, may experience some distress if located near the top of
a slope, it is generally not economical to mitigate this potential. It may be possible,
however, to incorporate design measures that would permit some lateral soil
movement without causing extensive distress. Geocon Incorporated should be
consulted for specific recommendations.
3.14 The recommendations of this report are intended to reduce the potential for cracking of
slabs due to expansive soil (if present), differential settlement of existing soil or soil with
varying thicknesses. However, even with the incorporation of the recommendations
presented herein, foundations, stucco walls,and slabs-on-grade placed on such conditions
may still exhibit some cracking due to soil movement and/or shrinkage. The occurrence of
concrete shrinkage cracks is independent of the supporting soil characteristics. Their
occurrence may be reduced and/or controlled by limiting the slump of the concrete, proper
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concrete placement and curing, and by the placement of crack control joints at periodic
intervals, in particular, where re-entrant slab corners occur.
3.15 Foundation excavations should be observed by the geotechnical engineer (a representative
of Geocon Incorporated) prior to the placement of reinforcing steel and concrete to check
that the exposed soil conditions are similar to those expected and that they have been
extended to the appropriate bearing strata. If unexpected soil conditions are encountered,
foundation modifications may be required.
3.16 Special subgrade presaturation is not deemed necessary prior to placing concrete; however,
the exposed foundation and slab subgrade soil should be moisturized to maintain a moist
condition as would be expected in any such concrete placement.
3.17 The foundation and concrete slab-on-grade recommendations are based on soil support
characteristics only. The project structural engineer should, evaluate the structural
requirements of the concrete slabs for supporting expected loads.
3.18 Concrete slabs should be provided With adequate, construction joints and/or expansion
joints to control unsightly shrinkage cracking. The design of joints should consider criteria
of the American Concrete Institute when establishing crack-control spacing.
3.19 Exterior concrete flatwork not subject to equipment loading or vehicular or forklift traffic
should be constructed in accordance with the recommendations herein. Slab panels should
be a minimum of 4 inches thick and, when in excess of 8 feet square, should be reinforced
with 6 x 6 - W2.9/W2.9 (6 x 6 - 6/6) welded wire mesh or at least No. 3 reinforcing bars
spaced 18 inches center to center in both directions in the middle of the slab to reduce the
potential for cracking. In addition, concrete flatwork should be provided with crack control
joints to reduce and/or control shrinkage cracking. Crack control spacing should be
determined by the project structural, engineer based upon the slab thickness and intended
usage. Criteria of the American Concrete Institute (ACT) should be taken into consideration
when establishing crack control spacing. Subgrade soil for exterior slabs not subjected to
vehicle loads should be compacted to a dry density of.at least 90 percent of the laboratory
maximum dry 'density near to slightly above optimum -moisture content. Subgrade soil
should be tested prior to placing concrete
3.20 Even with the. incorporation of the recommendations within this report, the exterior
concrete flatwork has a likelihood of experiencing some movement due to swelling or
settlement; therefore, the steel reinforcement should overlap continuously in flatwork to
reduce the potential for vertical offsets within flatwork. Additionally, flatwork should be
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structurally connected to the curbs, where possible, to reduce the potential for offsets
between the curbs and the flatwork.
3.21 Where exterior flatwork abuts the structure at entrant or exit points, the exterior slab should
be dowelled intothe structure's foundation stern wall. This recommendation is intended to
reduce the potential for differential elevations that could result from differential settlement
or iminor heave of the flatwork. Dowelling details should be designed by the project
structUral engineer.
3.22 Geocon Incorporated should be consulted to provide additional design parameters as
required by the structural engineer.
4.0 Conventional Retaining Walls
4.1 Retainingwalis not restrained at thetop and having a level backfill surface should be
designed for an active soil pressure equivalent to the pressure exerted by a fluid density of
35 pounds per cubic foot (pcf): Where the backfill will be inclined at no steeper than
2:1 (horizontal to vertical), an active soil pressure of 50 pcf is recommended These soil
pressures assume that the backfill materials within an area bounded by the wall and a 1:1
plane extending upward from the base of the wall possess an El of 50 or less.
4.2 Unrestrained walls are those that are allowed to rotate more than 0.00IH (where H equals
the height of the retaining portion of the wall in feet) at the top of the wall. Where walls are
restrained from movement at the top, an additional uniform pressure of 7H psf should be
added to the above active soil pressure.
4.3 • The structural engineer-should determine the seismic design category for the pràject. If the
project possesses a seismic design category of D, E, or F, the proposed retaii1ing walls
should be designed with'seismic lateral pressure added to the active pressure. The seismic
load exerted on the wall should .be a triangular distribution with a pressure of 17.H (where
H is the height of the wall, in feet, resulting in pounds per square foot [psf]) exerted at the
base of the wall and zero at the top of the wall. We used a peak site acceleration of 0.29g
calculated from the modified design parameters (S 5/2.5) applying a pseudo-static
coefficient of 0.5:
4.4 Unrestrained walls will move laterally when backfilled and loading is applied. The amount
of lateral deflection is dependant on the wall height, the type of soil used for backfill, and
• loads acting on the wall. The retaining 'walls and improvements above the retaining walls
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should be designed to incorporate an appropriate amount of lateral deflection as determined
by the structural engineer.
4.5 Retaining walls should be provided with a drainage system adequate to prevent the buildup
of hydrostatic forces and waterproofed as required by the project architect. The soil
immediately adjacent to the backfilled retaining wall should be composed of free draining
material completely wrapped in Mirafi 140 (or equivalent) filter fabric for a lateral distance
of 1 foot for the bottom two-thirds of the height of the retaining wall. The upper one-third
should be backfihled with less permeable compacted fill to reduce water infiltration. The
use of drainage openings through the base of the wall (weep holes) is not recommended
where the seepage could be a nuisance or otherwise adversely affect the property adjacent
to the base of the wall. The recommendations herein assume a properly compacted granular
(El of. 50 or less) free-draining backfill material with no hydrostatic forces or imposed
surcharge load. If conditions different than those described are expected or if specific
drainage details are. desired, Geocon Incorporated should be contacted for additional
recommendations.
4.6 In general, wall foundations haying a minimum depth and width of 1 foot may be designed
for an allowable soil bearing pressure of 2,000 psf. The proximity of the foundation to the
top of a slope steeper than 3:1 could impact the allowable soil bearing pressure. Therefore,
Geocon Incorporated should be consulted where such a condition is expected.
4.7 The recommendations presented herein are generally applicable to the design of rigid
concrete or masonry retaining walls having a maximum height of 8 feet. In the event that
walls higher than 8 feet or other types of walls are planned, Geocon Incorporated should be
consulted for additional recommendations.
5.0 Lateral Loading
5.1 To resist lateral, loads, a passive pressure exerted by an equivalent fluid weight of
400 pounds per cubic foot (pcf) should be used for the design of 'footings or shear keys
poured neat in compacted fill. The passive pressure assumes a horizontal surface extending
at least 5 feet, or three times the surface generating the passive pressure, whichever is
greater. The upper 12 inches of material in areas not protected by floor slabs or pavement
should not be included in design for passive resistance.
5.2 If friction is to be used to resist lateral loads, an allowable coefficient of friction between
soil and concrete of 0.4 should be used for design.
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6.0 Slope Maintenance
6.1 Slopes that are steeper than 3:1 (horizontal to vertical) may, under conditions which are
both difficult to prevent and predict, be susceptible to near surface (surficial) slope
instability. The instability is typically limited to the outer three feet of a portion of the slope
and usually does not directly impact the improvements on the pad areas above or below the
slope. The occurrence of surficial instability is more prevalent on fill slopes and is
generally preceded by a period of heavy rainfall, excessive irrigation, or the migration of
subsurface seepage. The disturbance and/or loosening of the surficial soils, as might result
from root growth, soil expansion, or excavation for irrigation lines and slope planting, may
also be a significant contributing factor to surficial instability. It is, therefore, recom-
mended that, to the maximum extent practical: (a) disturbed/loosened surficial soils be
either removed or properly recompacted, (b) irrigation systems be periodically inspected
and maintained to eliminate leaks and excessive irrigation, and (c)surface drains on and
adjacent to slopes be periodically maintained to preclude ponding or erosion. It should be
noted that although the incorporation of the above recommendations should reduce the
potential for surficial slope instability, it:will not eliminate the possibility, and, therefore, it
may be necessary to rebuild or repair a portion of the project's slopes in the future.
7.0 Site Drainage
7.1 Adequate site drainage is critical to reduce the potential for differential soil movement,
erosion and subsurface seepage. Under no circumstances should water be allowed to pond
adjacent to footings without the use of impermeable liners or cutoff walls. The site should
be graded and maintained such that surface drainage isdirected away from structures in
accordance. with 2010 CBC 1804.3 or other applicable standards. In addition, surface
drainage should be directed away from the top of slopes into swales or other controlled
drainage devices. Roof and pavement drainage' should be directed into conduits that carry
runoff away from the proposed structure.
7.2 Underground utilities should be leak free. Utility and irrigation lines should be checked
periodically for leaks for early detection of Water infiltration and detected leaks should be
repaired promptly. Detrimental soil movement could occur if water is allowed to infiltrate
the soil for a prolonged period of time.
7.3 We understand that a detention basin and other storm water management devices will be
installed. Distress may be caused to planned improvements and properties located
hydrologically downstream. .The distress depends on the amount of water to be detained, its
residence time, soil permeability, and other factors.
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LIMITATIONS
The conclusions and recommendations contained herein apply only to our work with respect to
development, and represent conditions on the date of our final observation. Any subsequent
improvement should be done in conjunction with our observation and testing services. As used
herein, the term "observation" implies only that we observed the progress of the work with which we
agreed to be involved. Our services did not include the evaluation or identification of the potential
presence of hazardous materials. Our conclusions and opinions as to whether the work essentially
complies with the job specifications are based on our observations, experience and test results.
Subsurface conditions, and the. accuracy of tests used to measure such conditions, can vary greatly at
any time. We make no warranty, express or implied, except that our services were performed in
accordance with engineering principles generally accepted at this time and location.
We will accept no responsibility for any subsequent changes made to the site by others, by the
uncontrolled action of water, or by the failure of others, to properly repair damages caused by the
uncontrolled action of water. The findings and recommendations of this report may be invalidated,
wholly or partially by changes outside our control. Therefore, this report is subject to review and
should not be relied upon after a period of three years.
Should you have any questions regarding this report, or if we may be of further service, please
contact the undersigned at your convenience.
Very truly yours,
Project No. G1517-11-03 -14- April 2, 2014
BLACKSTONIE RANCH
LOTS 37 THROUGH 42
CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA
GEOCON LEGEND
Qcf ........ COMPACTED FILL
Quc ........ COMPACTED FILL IN UNDERCUT AREA
Mu ........ METAVOLCANIC ROCK
(Dotted Where Buried)
APPROX. LOCATION OF GEOLOGIC CONTACT
209.APPROX. LOCATION OF IN-PLACE DENSITY TEST
FG ... Finish Grade ST ... Slope Test
APPROX. ELEVATION OF BASE OF FILL
APPROX. LOCATION OF SUBDRAIN
A APPROX. ELEVATION OF SUBDRAIN
STRIKE AND DIP OF JOINTING
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SUMMARY OF FIELD DENSITY TEST RESULTS
Elev. Plus Field Field Field: Reqd.
or 3/4" Adj. Adj. rDry Moist. .Rel. Rel;
Depth Curve Rock MDD OMC Dens. Cont. Comp. Comp.
Test No Date Location (fi) No (°) (pct) (%) (pcf) (%) (%) (%)
SZ 1 12/26/13 E of Paseo Encino 6+60
.
408 2 10 126.5 10.7 114.8 , 11.8 91 90
SZ 2 12/26/13 E of Paseo Encino 6+20 402 2 30 133.0 8.4 120.6 11.0 91 90
SZ 3 12/26/13, E of Paseo Encino 5+30 398 2 30 133.0 8.4 121.4 10.2 91 90
SZ 4 12/26/13 E ofPaseo Encino 4+50 . 392 2 30 133.0 8.4 119.6 8.7 90 90
SZ 5 12/27/13 PaseoEncino5+60 403 2 30 133.0 8.4 120.5 12.9 91 90
SZ 6 12/27/13 Lot 15 405 2 10 126.5 10.7 114.7 14.7 91 90
SZ 7 12/27/13 E ofPaseo Encino 6+30 409 2 30 133.0 84 121.9 109 92 90
SZ 8 12/27/13 Paseo Cristal 1+30 410 2 ' 30 133.0 8.4 120.2 13.7 90 90
9 12/30/13 Paseo Encino 7+65 414 1 10 117.9 15 3 108.7 19.1 92 90
• 10 12/30/13 Pasco Encino 6+90 :
- 412 1 10 117.9 1.5.3 1 09. 9 18.7 93 90
11 12/30/13 Paseo Encino 7+50 417 1 10 1179 153 1107 198 94 90
12 12/30/13 Paseo Encino 6+00 414 1 0 114.3 16.9 103.2 . 19.8 90 90
13 12/30/13 Paseo Encino 7±30 420 1 0 114.3 16.9 103.5 20.3 . 91 90
MT, 14 12/31/13 E of Paseo Encino 2+90 . • 384 2 50 140.2 6.2 0.0 10.7 .0 0
MT 15 12/31/13 EofPaseo Encino 3+90 387 2 50 140.2 6.2 0.0 12.2 .0 0
MT 16 12/31/13 Paseo Encino 4+90 398 2 50 1402 62 00 87 0 0
MT 17 12/31/13 Lot 15 394 2 50 1402 62 00 93 0 0
MT 18 01/02/14 Lot 16 • . 398 '2 50 .140.2 6.2 0.0 9.1 0 0
MT 19 01/02/14 Lot 15 399 2 50 140.2 6.2 0.0 10.7 0 0
MT 20 01/02/14 Lot II • 391 2 50 140.2 6.2 0.0 8.3 0 - 0
MT 21 01/02/14 Slope E ofPaseo Encino 2+50 380 ' 2 50 140.2 6.2- 0.0 10.8 0 0
22 01/03/14 Slope E ofPaseo Encino 2+25 383 1 0
-
114.3 16.9 103.1 18.9 90 90
23 01/03/14 Slope E ofPaseo Encino 4+25 . 393 1 0 114.3 16.9 105.6 18.4 92 90
MT 24 01/03/14 Lot 15 • 402 2 50 140.2 • 6.2 0.0 8.7 0 0
MT 25 01/03/14 Paseo Encino 2+00 396 2 50 140.2 6.2 0.0 7.9 0 0
MT 26 01/06/14 Paseo Encino 3+50 • • . 399 2 • 58 143.4 5.2 0.0 6.3 0 0
MT 27 01/06/14 Camino, Junipero52+87' . 399 •
2 58 143.4 5.2 0.0 7.6 0 0
MT 28 01/06/14 Lot 15 462 2 58 143.4 5.2 0.0 5.9 0 0 •
MT 29 01/06/14 Paseo Encino 4+75 402 2 58 143.4 5.2 0.0 6.6 0 0
MT 30 01/07/14 Paseo Cristal 1+40 411 2 58 143.4 5.2 0.0 8.7 0 0
MT 31 01/07/14 Lot 15
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405 .2 58 143.4 5.2 0.0 7.3 0 0
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TABLE I . .
SUMMARY OF FIELD DENSITY:TEST RESULTS
Elev. Plus Field Field Field-- 'Req'd.
or .3/4" Adj. Adj. Dry Moist. Rel.- Ret:.
Depth. Curve 'Rock MDD OMC Dens. Cont. Comp. Comp.
Test No Date Location No (%) (pci) (%) (pci)
MT' 32 01/07/14 Lot 15' . . 413 2 58 143.4 5.2 0.0 9.2 0 0
MT 33 01/07/14 Lot 20 417 2 58 1434 52 00 69 0 0
MT 34 01/07/14 Lot 15 410 2 58 143.4 5.2 '00 6.3 0 0
MT 35 01/08/14 Lot 17 410 2 58 1434 52 00 76 0 0
MT 36 01/08/14 Lot 16 . . . ' 406 2 58 143.4 ' 5.2: 0.0 . 7.0 .' 0 0
MT 37 01/08/14 Lot 17 413 ' 2 58 143.4 5.2 0.0, 6.9 0 0
MT 38 01/08/14 Lot 16 ' . . 409 ' 2 58 143.4 5:2 0.0 6.5 0
MT 39 01/09/14 Lot 15 . ' . 412 2 .58 143.4 5.2 0.0 : 5.8 0 0
MT 40 01/09/14 Lot 16 411 2 58 1434 52 00 64 0 0
MT 41 01/09/14 Lot 16 415 2 58 1434 52 00 90 0 0
MT 42 01/09/14 'PaseoCristal 2+20 . 416 2 58 143.4 5.2 0.0 7.8 0 . 0
MT 43 01/09/14 Lot 17 ' . 416 2 58 143.4 5.2 0.0 8.2 0 0
MT 44 01/09/14 Lot 15 ' . . , 411 2 . 58 143.4 5.2 . 0.0 . 8.5 0 0
45 01/10/14 Paseo Encino 6+40 . . . ' 415 2 . ' 20 1'29.7 9.5 '120.7 '11.9 ' 93 90
MT 46 01/10/14 Lot 17 420 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2 58 143.4 5.2 00 92 0 0
MT 47 01/10/14 Lot 16 418 2 58 1434 52 00 78 0 0
MT 48 01/10/14 Lot 15 417 2 58 1434 52 00 85 0 0
MT 49 :01/13/14 Lot 17 . :. ' ' ' ' ' 422 , ' 2 58 143.4 5.2 .0.0 6.5 ' 0 0
MT 50 01/13/14 Lot 16 420 2 58 1434 52 00 76 0 0
MT ...01/13/14 Lot 15 . 417 2 58 143.4 ' 5.2 0.0 1 8.3 0 ' 0
MT ' .52 01/13/14 Lot 18 ' '. 421 ' 2 58 143.4 5.2 0.0 6.1 0 0
MT 53 01/13/14 Lot 19 . ... .. , 425 . 2 58 143.4 5.2 . 0.0 .. 3.0 ' 0 0 '
MT 53 A 01/13/14 Lot 19 ' ' 425 2 58 143.4 5.2 '0.0 8.2 . 0 ' 0 •'
MT 54. 01/14/14 Lot 18 . . . , . 424 . 2 58 143.4 5.2 0.0 7.2 0 0
MT ---01/14/14 Lot 19 427 . 2 58 143.4 5.2 0.0 5.9 . 0 0
MT 56 01/14/14 Lot 37 ' . 428 2 58 143.4 5.2 0.0 6.5' 01 . - 0
MT 57 01/14/14 Lot 19 426 2 58 143.4 5.2 0.0 8.6 0 0
MT 58 01/14/14 Lot 19 428. 2 58 143.4 5.2 . 0.0 : 6.7 0 0
MT 59 01/15114 Lot 37 ... . -' 437 -- 2 . 58 143.4 5.2 .. 0.0 . 8.5 . 0 . 0
MT 60 01/15/14 Lot 37 434 2 58 1434 52 00 66 0 0
MT 61 01/15/14 Camino Bello 2+25 ' 435 2 58 143.4 5.2 0.0 9.3 0 . 0
Project No. G1517-11-03 . ' ' ' , . April 2, 2014
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SUMMARY OF FIELD DENSITY TEST RESULTS
° EI°ev: Plus : Field Field Field Req'd.
•
or 3/4" Adj.: Adj.. Dry -Moist. Rel.: Rel::
Depth Curve Rock MDD OMC Dens. Cont. Comp. Comp.
Test No Date Location No (%) (pcf) (%) (pcf) (%) (%) (%)
MT 62 01/15/14 Lot 19 ° 435 2 58 143.4 5.2 0.0 7.1 0 0
63 01/16/14 Camino Minero 2+20 442 2 0 1235 118 1120 139 91 90
64 01/16/14 Camino Minero2+95' 449 °' 2 0 123.5 11.8 113:1 13.5° 92 :: 90
65 01/16/14 PaseoCristal 1+55 417 2 0 1235 118 11.3.3 127 92 90
66 01/16/14 Paseo Cristal 4+20 . .. .433 - 2 10 126.5. 10.7. 116.9 .10.8 92 90
MT 67 01/17/14 Lot 37 . . 441 2 . 58 143.4 - 5.2 . 0.0 : 8.7 0 :0
MT. 68 01/17/14 Lot 19 • 438 2 58 143.4 5.2 0.0 : 6.2 0 0
MT 69 01/17/14 Lot 19 437 2 58 1434 52 00 59 0 0
MT 70 01/17/14 Lot 19 437 2 58 1434 52 00 77 0 0
MT 71 01/17/14 Lot 37 448 2 58 1434 52 00 62 0 0
72 01/21/14 Lot 29 ° . . . 449 1 0 114.3 16.9 104.3 18.7 91 °. ° 90
SZ 73 01/21/14° Lot 37 ° 444 1 0 114.3 16.9. ° 100.6 19.6 88 90 •
SZ 73A 01/21/14 Lot 37 444 1 0 114.3 16.9 105.1 1 17.9 92 90
74 01/21/14 Lot 30 457 2 10 1265 107 1168 111 92 90
75 01/21/14 Lot 31 ° • . . - 462 1 0 114.3 16.9: .. 104.2 :16.9 91 90
76 01/22/14 Camino Minero 4+10 458 1 0 1143 169 1026 214 90 90
SZ 77 01/22/14 Lot 457 1 0 1143 169 1050 175 92 90
SZ 78 01/22/14 Lot 37 450 1 0 1143 169 1038 172 91 90
MT 79 01/22/14° Lot 21 . 424 2 40 136.5 ° 7.3. 0.0 10.8 0 0,
MT 80 01/23/14 Lot 37 ° 449 2 58 143.4 5.2 0.0 5.7 0 0
MT 81 01/23/14 . Lot 38 456 2 58 143.4 5.2 ° 0.0 6.3 0 0
MT 82 01/23/14 Lot 38 . . . ° 460 2 ° 58 143.4 5.2 0.0 8.3 0 0
MT 83 -01/23/14 Lot 37 .'' ° 453 2 58 143.4 5.2 0.0 71 0 0
MT 84 • 01/23/14 Lot 17 . . 426 2 58 143.4 5.2 0.0 8.6 0 0
85 01/24/14 Lot 37 458 2 0 123.5 11.8 111 8 12.0 91 90
86 01/27/14 Paseo Encino 5+25 417 1 10 1179 153 1080 163 92 90
87 01/27/14 Lot 15 . 422 1 10 117.9 15.3 106.1 -. 15.1 90 90
88 01/27/14 -Lot 15 425 1 0 114.3 16.9 102.7 17.0 90° 90
89 01/27/14 Lot 16 ° . . . ° . 428 1 0 114.3 16.9 103.3 . 19.0 90 90
90 01/28/14 Camino Bello 2+55 - 446 2 40 136.5 7.3 123.8 12.7 91 90
MT 91 01/29/14 Lot 19
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° 441 2 58 143.4 ° 5.2 0.0. 10.3 0 0
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SUMMARY OF FIELD.DENSITY TEST RESULTS
Elev. ' Plus Field Field Field ' Req'd.
or 3/4" Adj: Adj. Dry Moist. Rd. Rel:,
Depth 'Curve Rock MDD OMC Dens.-Cont. Comp. Comp.,
Test No Date Location No / (%) (pcf) (%) (pcf) (%) (%) (%)
92 01/30/14 Lot 19 :.
,
. , 446 2 ' 10 126.5 10.7 117.6 11.493 90
93 01/30/14 Camino Bello 2+60 450 2 0 1235 118 1129 1271. 91 90
SZ 94 01/30/14 Lot 37 453 1 10 1179 153 1078 174 91 90
95 01/31/14 Lot38 464 1 0 1143 169 1057 207 92 90
96 01/31/14 Lot 39 . . 472 2. 0 123.5 11.8: 109.6 ':12.2 .. . 89 90..
96A 01/31/14 Lot 39 ' . . 472 2 . 0 123.5 11.8 . 113.5 ' 13.8 92 90
97 02/03/14 Paseo Encino 3+70 404 4 40 1464 5.4- 131.1 80 90 90
98 02/03/14 Paseo Encino 5+50 412 4 40 1464 54 1323 71 90 90
99 02/03/14 Paseo Encino 6+85 418 4 30 1433 62 1297 64 91 90
MT 100 02/04/14 Camino Junipero 52+10 399 2 58 1434 52 00 73 0 0
MT 101 ' 02/04/14 Lot 11 393 2 58 .143.4' 5.2 0.0 8.9 0 0
MT. 102 02/04/14 Lot 11 387 2 58 143.4 5.2 . 0.0 8.0 0 0
MT 103 02/05/14 Camino Junipero5i+60 . 405 2 58 143.4 5.2 . 0.0 7.3 0 0
MT 104 02/05/14 CaminoJunipero'52+20 . '. ' 403 2 58 143.4' 5.2:' 0.0 ., 8.5 0 0
MT 105 02/05/14 Lot II ' . . . .• 401 2 ' . 58 143.4 5.2 0.0 10.7 ' .0 ' 0
106 02/06/14 Camino Junipero 48+00
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491 2 0 1235 .11 .8 1095 14.1 89 90
106A 02/06/14 Camino Junipero 48+00 491 2 0 1235 118 111.1 139 90 90
107 02/07/14 Paseo CristaI2+85 425 4 50 1496 46 1389 57 93 90
108 02/07/14 Paseo Cristal 4+70 . , 437 4 50 149.6 4.6 135.6 6.7 91 90
109 02/07/14 Paseo Cristal 3+75 ' ' 431 4 50 149.6 4.6, 137.8 5.9 . 92 90
110 ' 02/07/14 Paseo Encino 3+00 ' ' . ' ' ' 407 4 . 50 149.6' 4.6 136.5 '5.2 91 90
111 02/07/14 Paseo Encino 9+00 . 409 4 50 149.6 4.6:, 137.6 ' . 5.8 .92 90 '
MT 112 02/10/14 Lot 21 431 2 58 1434 52 00 77 0 0
MT 113' 02/10/14 Lot 23 . 450 2 58. ' 143.4 5.2 '0.0 6.3 0 0
MT 114 02/10/14 Lot 18 436 2 58 143.4 5.2 00 5.6 0 0
115 02/12/14 Lot 40 478 4 50 1496 46 1343 61 90 90
116 02/12/14 Lot 41 486 4 50 149.6 4.6 137.2 5.9 , 92 90
117 02/13/14 Lot 36 459 2 50 140.2 6.2 128.5 . 9.1 92 90
118 02/14/14 Paseo Cristal 8+10 . 468 3 ' 0 120.8 13.8' 110.3 ' 14.1 91 90
SZ 119 02/14/14 Lot 23 458 2 10 126.5 10.7 115.8 11.3 92 90
SZ 120 02/14/14 Lot 21 ' 446 1 0 114.3 16.9 107.1 18.4 . 94 90
Project No. G 1517-11-03 . . . S ' . . '' April 2,2014
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SUMMARY OF FIELD DENSITY TEST RESULTS
'' Elev. Plus Field Field Field:: Reqd. •
or :3/4" Adj: Adj. Dry Moist. .Rel. Rel.
Depth: Curve RQCk MDD: OMC Dens. . Cont. Comp. Comp.
Test No Date Location No (%) (pcf) (%) (pCf) (%) (%) (%)
MT 121 02/18/14 Lot . , '" . 397 2 58 143.4 5.21 0.0 6.3 -0 0
MT 122 02/18/14 Lot 10 401 2 58 1434 52 00 71 0 0
'MT 123 02/19/14 Camino Junipero5l+90 . 410 2 58 143.4 5.2 '0.0 9.6 . 0 0
MT 124 02/19/14 CaminoJunipero 51+00' 411 2 58 143.4 5.2 0.0 .7.3 0 0
MT 125 02/19/14 CaminoJunipero'51+45 , 414 : 2 58 143.4 5.2. ' 0.0 8.7 0. 0
MT 126 02/19/14 Camino Junipero 51+45 415 2 58 1434 52 00 69 0 0
SZ: 127 02/20/14 Paseo Encino 7+'15 . 420 4 40 146.4' 5.4 ' 131.5 7.5 90 90
SZ 128 02/20/14 'PaseOEncino 8+90 . . 424 4 40 146.4 5.4 132.6', 7.7 91 90
129 02/20/14 'Paseo Encino 8+35 ' 428 4 40 146.4 ' 5.4 131.6 9.2 90 ' 90
130 02/20/14 PaseoEricino.9+40
.
' 429 4 40 146.4 5.4 131.1 8.6 90 90
MT 131 02/24/14 Camino Junipero 51+10 421 2 58 143.4 5.2 0.0 7.6 0 0
MT 132 02/24/14 Camino Junipero 50+65 ' 423 ' 2 .58 143.4 5.2 0.0 5.5 0 0
MT 133 • 02/24/14 Lot 16 . 421 2 58 143.4 5.2 • 0.0 " 8.3' 0 0
MT ' :134 02/25/14 Lot 17 . ' . "' .' 428 2 58 143.4' ' 5.2' 0.0 6.7 '0 . '0
MT 135 02/25/14 Camino Junipero '49+60 428 2''. 58 143.4 5.2 • 0.0 : 8.2 0 0
MT 136 02/25/14 Camino Junipero 48+65
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433 2 58 143.4 5.2 0.0 10.2 0 0
137 02/26/14 Lot 41 487 4 40 1464 54 1329 99 91 90
138 02/26/14 Lot 40 479 4 40 1464 54 1316 100 90 90
139 02/26/14' Lot 39 ' " • ,' • 472 4 , :50 149.6 4.6 135.9 .7.0 91 90
140 02/27/14 Lot 37 458 4 '. 40 146.4 5.4 131.6 8.0 90 90
• 141 02/27/14 Lot 38 '' • .
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464' 4 40 146.4 5.4 134.4 . 7.3 92 90
142 03/03/14 Camino Junipero 49+35 434 4 40 1464 54 1328 78 91 90
143 03/03/14 Camino Junipero48+40 • . 436 4 50 149.6 4.6 135.6 7.1 91 90 '
144. 03/03/14 Camino Junipero 50+30 ' . 426 4 50 149.6 4.6 134.5 7.0 , 90 90
145 03/03/14 Camino Junipero 51+30 • 422 4 40 . 146.4 5.4 133.3 6.2 91 90
.146 03/03/14 Camino Junipero 52+30 ' 414 4 50 149.6 4.6 . 136.1 6.6 91 90
147 03/05/.14 Lot 42 . 493' 5 50 151.5 4.3' 137.8 7.5 91 90
148 03/05/14 Lot 43 500 5 50 '151.5 4.3 136.5 7.2 90 90
MT 149 03/06/14 Detention Basin . 370 2 58 143.4 . 5.2 0.0 6.2 0 0
MT 150 03/06/14 Detention Basin 372 2 58 143.4 5.2 00 7.8 0 0
MT 151 03/06/14 Detention Basin 382 2 58 143.4 5.2 0.0 5.9 0 0
Project No. G1517-11-03 ' • • . . . April 2, 2014
TABLE I
SUMMARY OF FIELD DENSITY TEST RESULTS
Elev. Plus Field Field Field 'Reqd.
or 3/4" Adj: Adj. Dry 'Moist Rel. Rel -
- Depth Curve Rock MDD: OMC Dens. :Cont Comp Comp.
Test No. Date ' Location No. .. (%) (pcf) (%) (pcf) (%) '(%) (%)
MT 152 03/06/14 Detention Basin 381 2 58 143.4 5.2 0.0 5.3 0 0
MT 153 03/06/14 Detention Basin ' 383 2 58 143.4 5.2 0.0 6.2 0 0
154 03/07/14 Lot 20 426 4 50 149.6 4.6 139.5 6.7 93 90
155 03/07/14 Lot 21 . 434 5 50 151.5 4.3 139.2 7.1 92 ' 90
156 03/07/14 Lot 22 . 442 5 50 151.5 4.3 135.9 6.5 90 90
SZ 157 03/11/14 Lot 22 449 2 0 123.5, 11.8 110.8 12.3 90 90
158 03/11/14 Lot 23 . 452 4 50 ' 149.6 4.6. 136.2 6.9 91 90
159 03/11/14 Lot 36 ' 466 4 50 149.6 4.6 134.1 . 6.4 90 90
160 03/11/14 Lot 15 P426 4 50 149.6 4.6 138.6 7.3 93 , 90
161 03/11/14 Lot 16 . 428 4 50 149.6 4.6 133.9 5.6.......
• 162. 03/11/14 Lot 17 433 4 50 149.6 4.6 135.0 . 6.4 90 90
SZ 163 . 03/12/14 S Detention Basin - E 387 1 0 114.3 16.9 102.4 19., 90 90
SZ. 164 03/12/14 S Detention Basin - E 385 1 0 114.3 16.9 103.6 17.8 91
,
90
MT 165 03/13/14 S'Detention Basin . • . 381 1 50 135.2 8.7:. 0.0 12.3 0 0
SZ 166 03/14/14 S Detention Basin - S • 389 1 0 114.3 16.9 102.6 .17.1 • '90 90
SZ 167 03/14/14 S Detention Basin - E 384 , 3 10 •, 123.0 12.5 112.1 • 13.7 91 90
SZ 168 03/14/14 S Detention Basin - E 389 • 3 10 123.0 12.5 110.4 12.7 90 90
169 03/17/14 Camino Junipero N Corner 49+75 438 1 0 1143 169 1076 168 94 90
170 03/17/14 Camino Junipero - N Corner 48+45 • 444 1 0 114.3 16.9 104.5 17.3 91 90
MT .171 03/18/14 Lot lI 395 1 50 135.2 8.7 0.0 .12.? . ..9 _______________
MT 172 03/18/14 Lot 11 • • • . 389 1 50 135.2 8.7 ' 0.0 11.9 0 0
MT 173 03/20/14 Lot 10 . . 400 2 58 143.4 5.2 0.0 6.7 . 0 0
MT 174 03/20/14 Lot 10 . 407 . 2 58 • 143.4 5.2 . 0.0 8.3 0 0
MT 175 03/20/14 Lot 11 ' 403 . 2 58 143.4 5.2 0.0 7.1' 0' 0
MT 176' 03/20/14 Lot 11 ' . 407 ' 2 58 143.4 5.2 0.0 6.3 0 0
177 03/21/14 5 Sewer Easement 395
.
2 10 126.5 10.7 113.7 15.1 90 90
178 03/21/14 Paseo Encino l+50 • 400 2 10 126.5 10.7 114.3 14.7 90 90
179 03/21/14 Corte Claro 1+30 - . . 399 1 10 117.9 15.3 107.8 17.0 91 90
MT 180 03/21/14 Lot II 409 2 ' 58 143.4 5.2 0.0 7.7 0 0'
FG 181 03/21/14 Lot 39 , . 474 4 50 149.6 4.6 134.1 5.0 90 90
FG 182 03/21114 Lot 40 ' 480 4 50 149.6 4.6 135.8 6.4 91 90
Project No. G15171103 . . . April 2, 2014,
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SUMMARY OF FIELD DENSITY TEST RESULTS
Elev. Plus Field Field Field: Req'd.
or :3/4" Adj. Adj. Dry 'Moist. Rel., Rel;:
Depth Curve Rock MDD OMC Dens. Cont. Comp. Comp.
Test No Date Location No (%) (pcf) (%) (pcf) (%)
FG 183 03/21/14 Lot 41 '' , 487 4 ' 50 149.6 4.6 134.4 6.3 ' 90 90
MT 184 03/24/14 Lot I E 490 2 58 143.4 5.2 00 7.1 0 0
MT 185 03/24/14 Lot E 388 2 58 1434 52 00 58 0 0
MT 186 03/24/14 Lot 2 ' '' . 393 2 58' 143.4 .5.2 :0.0 6.3 0 0
FG 187 03/24/14 Lot 42 . ' 495 4 '50 149.6 4.6: 135.1 5.3 90 90
MT. 188 03/24/14 Lot 'l . ' 396' 1 ' 58 139.2 7.4 : 0.0 10.5 '0 '0
SZ. 189 03/25/14 Lot 2-E ' :. ' . 390': 2 . 10 126:5 10.7 115.8 11.6 '92 90;,
SZ 190 03/25/14 Lot I E 391 2 10 126.5 10.7 115.7 12.3 91 90
SZ 191 03/25/14 S Detention Basin S 390 2 40 136.5 7.3 1264 7.7 93 90
192 03/25/14 Lot 16 Rear 432 1 0 1143 169 1042 182 91 90
ST 193 03/25/14 Lot 39 466 1 40 1304 103 1185 96 91 90
'ST 194 03/25/14 Lot 38 ' ' ' 458 1 50 135.2 8.7' 122.3 9.4 90 90
MT 195 03/25/14 Lot! ' 398': 2 58 143.4 5.2 0.0 5.3 0 0
MT 196 03/25/14 Lot 397 2 58 1434 52 00 60 0 0
MT 197 03/26/14 Lot 2 : . . 403. 2 58 143.4 5.2 0.0 " 7.5. 0 0
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MT 198 03/26/14 Lot 1 403 2 58 143.4 5.2 0.0 . 6.1 0 0
ST 199 03/26/14 Lot37 452 1 20 1218 136 1109 141 91 90
FG 200 03/27/14 Lot 37 459 4 20 1404 70 1293 74 92 90
FG 201 .03/27/14 Lot 38 ' ' , , 466 ' 4 " 20 140.4' 7.0 . 126.6 ' 7.8 90. 90..
MT 202 03/27/14 Lot I ' ' 409 2 58 143.4 5.2 ,. 0.0 ' 11.1 .0. 0
MT 203 03/27/14 Lot 2 ' '' . . . ' 409 2 '58 143.4 5.2 0.0 9.7 ' 0 0
SZ 204 03/28/14 Lotl - E ' ' ;. . . 401 1 20 121.8 13.6 110.1 ' .16.8 ' 90 90 . :.
SZ 205 03/28/14 Lot E 400 1 10 1179 153 1081 176 92 90
206 03/28/14 Lot 19 , . 446 4 50 149.6 :46 135.0 8.3 90 90
207 03/28/14 Lot 18 439 4 50 1496 46 1364 63 91 90
208 03/28/14 Lot! . ' 411 4 50 149.6 ' 4.6 . 135.5 7.7 91 90
209 03/28/14 Lot ' 412' 4 50 149.6 4.6 137.1 7.4 92 90
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EXPLANATION OF CODED:TERMS
-TEST SUFFIX .. ..
A, B, C, iRetest of previous density test failure, following moisture conditioning and/or recompaction
STIUKL-OUT. . .. . . ..
Fill in area of density test failure was removed and replaced with properly, compacted fill soil
- PREFIX CODE DESIGNATION FOR TEST NUMBERS'
FG - FINISH GRADE MT - MOISTURE TEST
ST - SLOPE TEST SZ - SLOPE ZONE
- CURVE NO.
Corresponds to curve numbers listed in the summary of laboratory maximum dry density and optimum
moisture content test results table for selected fill soil samples encountered during testing and observation
- ROCK CORRECTION
For density.tests with rock percentage greater than zero, laboratory maximum dry density and optimum . .
moisture content were adjusted for rock content For tests with rock content equal to zero, laboratory
maximum dry density and optimum moisture content values are unadjusted: :
- TYPE OF. TEST
SC Sand Cone Test (ASTM D 1556)
NU Nuclear Density Test (ASTM D 6938 and D 295 0)
UT: Other . . .
- ELEVATION/DEPTH
Test elevations/depths have been rounded to the nearest whole foot
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TABLE II
SUMMARY OF LABORATORY MAXIMUM DRY DENSITY
AND OPTIMUM MOISTURE CONTENT TEST RESULTS
ASTMDI557
'Maximum Optimum
Sample No. Description Dry Density Moisture Content
(pci) (% dry weight)
1 Olive brown, Silty CLAY with some fine to coarse gravel 114.3 16.9
2 Red brown, fine to coarse Sandy CLAY 123.5 11.8
3 Grayish brown, Clayey, fine to coarse SAND with gravel
. 120.8 13.8 and cobble
Dark reddish brown, fine to coarse Sandy'GRAVEL with 134 9 8 clay and cobble
Dark yellowish brown, Clayey, poorly graded GRAVEL 137.6 8.1 with some sand
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TABLE III
SUMMARY OF LABORATORY DIRECT SHEAR TEST RESULTS'
ASTMD3OBO
Dry' Density Moisture Content(%) Peak tUltimatel Peak lUltimatel
, Initial I After Test
Sample No. (pci) , Cohesion (psi) Angle of Shear
Resistance (degrees)
5*
. 127.3 7.6 14.8 820[645] 26[28]
*Sample remolded to a dry density of approximately 90 percent of the laboratory maximum dry density near
optimum moisture content.
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TABLE IV
SUMMARY OF LABORATORY EXPANSION INDEX TEST RESULTS
V ASTM D 4829
Sample No.
Moisture Content (%) Dry Density
(pci)
Expansion
Index
Soil
Expansion
Classification'
2010 CBC
Expansion
Classification Before Test After Test
El-1 7.9 17.4. 117.2 ' 29 Low V V Expansive
EI-2 ' 7.1 12.4 123.5 8 Very Low Non-Expansive
El-3 6.7 V 13.3 121.8 2 Very Low Non-Expansive
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TABLE V
SUMMARY OF LABORATORY WATER-SOLUBLE SULFATE TEST RESULTS
CALIFORNIA TEST 417
Sample No. Water-Soluble Sulfate (%) Sulfate Exposure
El-1 0.026 Not Applicable (SO)
El-2 0.016 Not Applicable (SO)
EI-3 0.005 Not Applicable (SO)
TABLE VI
SUMMARY OF LABORATORY WATER-SOLUBLE CHLORIDE ION CONTENT TEST RESULTS
AASHTO TEST NO. T 291
Sample No. Chloride Ion Content (%) Chloride Ion Content (ppm)
El-3 0.015 151
TABLE VII
SUMMARY OF SITE CLASS
BLACKSTONE RANCH LOTS 37 THROUGH 42
Lot No. Site Class
37 and 38 D
39 through 42 C
TABLE VIII
SUMMARY OF FINISH GRADE EXPANSION INDEX TEST RESULTS
BLACKSTONE RANCH LOTS 37 THROUGH 42
Lot No. Sample at Finish Grade Expansion Index Expansion Classification
37 and 38 EL-2 29 Expansive
39 through 41 El-1 8 Non-Expansive
42 El-3 2 Non-Expansive
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SUMMARY OF AS-GRADED BUILDING PAD CONDITIONS
• AND RECOMMENDED FOUNDATION CATEGORIES
O BLACKSTONE RANCH LOTS 37 THROUGH 42
Approximate Approximate Recommended
Lot No. Pad Condition Maximum Maximum Differential Expansion Foundation Depth of Fill Fill Thickness (feet) Index Category (feet)
37 . Fill Path 32 24 29 III
38 Fill Pad 22 21 29 III
39 Undercut Lot. 12 8, 8 1
40 . Undercut Lot 4 1 8
41 Undercut Lot 4 . 1 8 I
42 Undercut Lot 4 1 8 I
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