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GEOCON
INCORPORATED
GEOTECHNICAL CONSULTANTS
Project No. 06105-52-22A
July 9, 2008
LC Oaks 3.3, LLC
C/ ColRich
4747 Morena Boulevard, Suite 100
San Diego, California 92117
Attention: Mr. Steve Butler
Subject: VILLAGES OF LA COSTA - THE OAKS NORTH
CORTE PANORAMA - STATIONS 10+50 THROUGH 15+50
SITIO BAHIA - STATIONS 10+00 THROUGH 12+50
SITIO CALIENTE -STATIONS 10+00 THROUGH 16+48
CORTE ALTURA -STATIONS 10+00 THROUGH 14+50
CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA
PAVEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS
Dear Mr. Butler:
In accordance with your request, we obtained subgrade soil samples from Corte Panorama
Stations 10+00 to 15+50, Sitio Bahia Stations 10+00 through 12+50, Sitio Caliente Stations 10+00
through 16+48 and Corte Altura Stations ,10+00 through 14+50. After collection, we performed
Resistance Value (R-Value) tests on the samples. Based on conversations with the project civil
engineer from Hunsaker and Associates San Diego Incorporated, we understand that a Traffic Index
(TI) of 5.0 has been assigned to the subject roadways.
Subgrade soil consists predominately of silty to clayey sand with gravel, and typically exhibits
moderate to high R-Value characteristics. We performed the laboratory R-Value tests in accordance
with ASTM D 2844 (California Test Method No. 301). The results of the laboratory tests and the
corresponding roadway station numbers are presented in Table I.
Based on laboratory testing, we calculated the pavement sections in 'general in accordance with
California Department of Transportation Highway Design Manual and the City of Carlsbad
Minimum Structural Standard GS-17. The pavement sections are presented in Table II and the
calculations presented in Figure 1. Final pavement section approval should be obtained from the City
of Carlsbad.
Asphalt concrete should conform to Section 203-6 of the Standard Specifications for Public Works
Construction (Greenbook). Class 2 aggregate base materials should conform to Section 26-1.02A of
the Standard Specifications of the State of California, Department of Transportation (Caltrans) or
approved equivalent. Additionally, materials should conform to City of Carlsbad specifications.
Prior to placing base materials for roadways and curb/gutter, the upper 12 inches of subgrade 'sh'otrl
be scarified, moisture conditioned as necessary, and compacted to a dry density of at least 95 percent
of the laboratory maximum dry density in accordance with ASTM D 1557. The upper 12 inches of
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subgrade beneath areas to receive concrete sidewalks 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.
The base materials should be compacted to a dry density of at least 95 percent of the laboratory
maximum dry density near to, slightly above optimum moisture content. The asphalt concrete should
be compacted to a density of at least 95 percent of the laboratory Hveem density in accordance with
ASTM D 2726.
The performance of asphalt concrete pavement is highly dependent on providing positive surface
drainage away from the edge of the pavement. Ponding of water on or adjacent to the pavement will
likely result in saturation of the subgrade materials and subsequent pavement distress. To reduce the
occurrence for such situations, a minimum drainage gradient of at least 1 percent should be
maintained for pavement surfaces. Drainage from landscaped areas should be directed to controlled
drainage structures.
Should you have any questions regarding this correspondence, or if we may be of further service,
please contact the undersigned at your convenience.
Very truly yours,
GEOCON INCORPORATED
Michael C. Ertwine Shawn Weedon
Senior Staff Geologist GE 2714
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Attention: Mr. Larry Willis
(:..mail) Hunsaker& Associates
Attention: Mr. David Blalock
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Project No. 06105-52-22A - 2 - July 9, 2008
FIGURE .1
PAVEMENT SECTION CALCULATIONS
FOR LA COSTA OAKS NORTH - NEIGHBORHOOD 3.3 SOUTH
Corte Panorama - Stations 10+00 through 12+50
Use subgrade R-Value = 29.0
Traffic Index (TI) = 5.0
Methodology = Caltrans Highway Design Manual Section 608.4
Safety Factor = 0.2 - Applied to Asphalt Concrete (AC)
GE for AC = (0.0032)(5.0)(100-78.0)+0.2 =.55 feet
from Table 608.413 Highway Design Manual
GE = .55 feet for AC yields actual thicknes = 2.65 inches
Use 4.0 inches of AC - City Minimum
GE for 4.0 inches of AC =.83 feet
GE for base = (0.0032)(5.0)(100-29.0) - .83 = .30 feet
from Table 608.413 Highway Design Manual with GF for Class 2 base = 1.1
Base thickness = 3.30 inches
Use base thickness = 3.5 inches
Design Street Structural Section
Asphalt Concrete Thickness = 4.0 inches.
Class 2 Aggregate Base Thickness = 4.0 inches.
Corte Panorama - Stations 12+50 through 15+50
Use subgrade R-Value = 29.0
Traffic Index (TI) = 5.0
Methodology = Caltrans Highway Design Manual Section 608.4
Safety Factor = 0.2 -Applied to Asphalt Concrete (AC)
GE for AC = (0.0032)(5.0)(100-78.0)+0.2 = .55 feet
from Table 608.413 Highway Design Manual
GE = .55 feet for AC yields actual thickness = 2.65 inches
Use 4.0 inches of AC - City Minimum
GE for 4.0 inches of AC = .83 feet
GE for base = (0.0032)(5.0)(100-29.0) - .83 = .30 feet
from Table 608.413 Highway Design Manual with GF 'for Class 2 base = 1.1
Base thickness = 3.30 inches
Use base thickness = 3.5 inches
*** Design Street Structural Section
Asphalt Concrete Thickness = 4.0 inches.
Class 2 Aggregate Base Thickness = 4.0 inches.
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FIGURE 1 (Continued)
PAVEMENT SECTION CALCULATIONS
FOR LA COSTA OAKS NORTH - NEIGHBORHOOD 3.3 SOUTH
Sitio Bahia - Stations 10+00 through 12+50
Use subgrade R-Value = 37.0
Traffic Index (TI) = 5.0
Methodology = Caltrans Highway Design Manual Section 608.4
Safety Factor = 0.2 - Applied to Asphalt Concrete (AC)
GE for AC = (0.0032)(5.0)(100-78.0)+0.2 =55 feet
from Table 608.4B Highway Design Manual
GE =.55 feet for AC yields actual thickness = 2.65 inches
Use 4.0 inches of AC - City Minimum
GE for 4.0 inches of AC =.83 feet
GE for base = (0.0032)( 5.0)(100-37.0) -.83 = .17 feet
from Table 608.4B Highway Design Manual with GF for Class 2 base = 1.1
Base thickness = 1.91 inches
Use base thickness = 2.0 inches
Design Street Structural Section ***
Asphalt Concrete Thickness = 4.0 inches.
Class 2 Aggregate Base Thickness = 4.0 inches.
Sitio Caliente - Stations 10+00 through 13+50
Use subgrade R-Value = 27.0
Traffic Index (TI) = 5.0
Methodology = Caltrans Highway Design Manual Section 608.4
Safety Factor = 0.2 - Applied to Asphalt Concrete (AC)
GE for AC = (0.0032)(5.0)(100-78.0)+0.2 =.55 feet
from Table 608.413 Highway Design Manual
GE = .55 feet for AC yields actual thickness = 2.65 inches
Use 4.0 inches of AC - City Minimum
GE for 4.0 inches of AC =.83 feet
GE for base = (0.0032)( 5.0)(100-27.0) - .83 = .33 feet
from Table 608.4B Highway Design Manual with GF for Class 2 base = 1.1
Base thickness = 3.65 inches
Use base thickness = 3.5 inches
Design Street Structural Section
Asphalt Concrete Thickness = 4.0 inches.
Class 2 Aggregate Base Thickness = 4.0.. inches.
Project No. 06105-52-22A . July 9, 2008
FIGURE 1 (Continued)
PAVEMENT SECTION CALCULATIONS
FOR LA COSTA OAKS NORTH - NEIGHBORHOOD 3.3 SOUTH
Sitio Caliente - Stations 13+50 to 16+48
Use subgrade R-Value = 37.0
Traffic Index (TI) = .0
Methodology = çaltrans Highway Design Manual Section 608.4
Safety Factor = 0.2 - Applied to Asphalt Concrete (AC)
GE for AC = (0.0032)(5.0)(100-78.0)+0.2 =.55 feet
from Table 608.4B Highway Design Manual
GE = .55 feet for AC yields actual thickness = 2.65 inches
Use 4.0 inches of AC - City Minimum
GE for 4.0 inches of AC = .83 feet
GE for base = (0.0032)(5.0)(100-37.0).- .83 = .17 feet
from Table 608.4B Highway Design Manual with GF for Class 2 base = 1.1
Base thickness = 1.91 inches
Use base thickness = 2.0 inches -
- *** Design Street Structural Section ***
Asphalt Concrete Thickness .4.0 inches.
Class 2 Aggregate Base Thickness = 4.0 inches.
Corte Altura - Stations 10+00 through 14+50
Use subgrade R-Value = 50.0
Traffic Index (TI) = 5.0
Methodology = Caltrans Highway Design Manual Section 608.4
Safety Factor = 0.2 - Applied to Asphalt Concrete (AC)
GE for AC= (0.0032)(5.0)(100-78.0)+0.2 = .55 feet
from Table 608.4B Highway Design Manual
GE = .55 feet for AC yields actual thickness = 2.65 inches
Use 4.0 inches of AC - City Minimum
GE for 4.0 inches of AC =.83 feet
GE for base = (0.0032)( 5.0)(100-50.0) - .83 = -.03 feet
from Table 608.4B Highway Design Manual with GF for Class 2 base = 1.1
Base thickness = -.36 inches
Use base thickness = .0 inches
* * * Design Street Structural Section * * *
Asphalt Concrete Thickness = 4.0 inches.
Class 2 Aggregate Base Thickness 4.0 inches.
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TABLE I
SUMMARY OF R-VALUE TEST RESULTS
ASTM D 2844-01 (CALIFORNIA TEST METHOD NO. 301)
Sample Number Location R-Value
R-1 Corte Panorama— Stations 10+00 to 12+50 29
R-2 Corte Panorama - Stations 12+50 to 15+50 29
R-3 Sitio Bahia -Stations 10+00 to 12+50 37
R-4 Sitio Caliente - Stations 10+00 to 13+50. 27
- R-5 Sitio Caliente - Stations 13+50 to 16+48 37
R-6 Corte Altura -Stations 10+00 to 14+50 ' 50
TABLE II
PAVEMENT SECTION RECOMMENDATIONS
Traffic Index Asphalt Class 2*
Location (TI) R-Value Concrete Aggregate
(inches) Base (inches)
Corte Panorama— Stations 10+00 to 15+50 5.0 29 4.0 , '4.0
SitioBahia —Stations 10+00 to 12+50 5.0 37 4.0 4.0
Sitio Caliente -Stations 10+00 to 13+50 5.0 27 4.0 4.0
Sitio Caliente - Stations 13+50 to 16+48 5.0 37 4.0 4.0
Corte Altura - Stations 10+00 to 14+50 . 5.0 50 4.0 4.0
Or approved equivalent.
Project No. 06105-52-22A . . July 9, 2008