HomeMy WebLinkAboutMS 14-11; MATHIS RESIDENCE SFR PARCEL 3; RESPONSE TO THIRD PARTY GEOTECHNICAL REVIEW BY HETHERINGTON ENGINEERING 3144 LEVANTE ST; 2020-08-25EAST COUNTY SOIL CONSULTATION
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Dennis & Robin Mathis August 25, 2020
3128 Levante Street Street Project No. 02-1147)2
Carlsbad, California 92009
Subject: Response to Third Party Geotechnical Review by Hetherington Engineering
3144 Levante Street, APN 223-170-65
Carlsbad, California 92009
Carlsbad Project ID: GR20190034 - DWG 498.1B
Reference Third Party Geotechnical Review (First), Proposed Single Family Residence, 3144
Levante Street, APN 223-170765, Carlsbad, California, Project ID: GR2019-0034
- DWG 498.1B, by Hetherington Engineering, dated August 13, 2019
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Mathis:
The following is our response to the above-referenced third-party geotechnical review by
Hetherington Engineering.
In accordance with Hetherington Engineering's request (their review Item 1) we have prepared an
updated geotechnical report, dated August 25, 2020. The updated report is presented separately
with this response Jétter.
Items 3 through 15 of the Hetherington Engineering review are addressed in our updated
geotechnical report. Item 2 (review of grading and foundation plans) will be addressed separately
once the plans have been prepared.
This opportunity to be of service is appreciated. If you have any questions, or we can be of
further service, please do not hesitate to call or contact us.
Respectfully Submitted,
AmtkXavt4..",
Martin R. Owen, PE, GE
Geotechnical Engineer
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DEC 0 7 2020
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AND ENGINEERING, INC.
10925 HARTLEY ROAD, SUITE "I"
SANTEE, CALIFORNIA 92071
TEL. 619-258-7901
Dennis& Robin Mathis August 25, 2020 3128 Levante Street Street Project No. 02-1147J2
Carlsbad, California 92009
Subject: lJpdatedGeotechnical Report for Proposed Single-Family Residence
3144 Levánte Street,APN 223-170-65
Carlsbad, California 92009
Project ID; GR2019-0034 - DWG 498.1B
References: See attached Figure 1
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Mathis:
In accordance with your request, we are pleased to submit this updated geotechnical report for
the proposed new residence. We have reviewed our previous geotechnical report (Figure 1,
Reference No. 5), dated July 25,2002, reinspected. the site and performed additional subsurface
exploration and soil testing.
The site was previously graded to its present grade and configuration in late 2002. The lot is Lot
3 of a 4-lot subdivision.
The recommendations presented in our previous geotechnical report have been partially modified
and updated to reflect changes in the industry standard of practice and the California Building
Code.
SITE CONDITIONS
The site location is shown on the attached Vicinity Map, Figure 2. We inspected the site on
August 18, 2020.
The site conditions are similar to those described following the 2002 site grading (Figure 1,.
Reference No. 4). During our present site visit and additional subsurface exploration, we
encountered approximately 2-foot of loose soils that had been placed on the building pad.
It is our understanding that the building pad will be regraded to accommodate the proposed
construction.
PROPOSED CONSTRUCTION
The proposed construction consists of a new, two-story residence and detached garage. The
residence will be founded on conventional shallow footings and will have slab-on- grade floor. A
retaining wall is also planned on the north side -of the Lot.
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ADDITIONAL SUBSURFACE SOIL EXPLORATION
As part of our recent site reinspection, we performed additional subsurface exploration consisting
of hand auguring two test borings to a depth of 3 feet, at the locations shown on the attached
Figure 3. The borings were drilled in the area of the.proposed residence. Logs of the test borings
are presented on Figure 4. In addition, an updated geotechnical map using the current grading
plan is shown on Figure 5.
SUBSURFACE SOIL CONDITIONS
The subsurface materials encountered during the subsurface soil exploration consisted of
approximately 2 feet of undocumented fill comprised of dry to moist, loose, silty sand over
previously compacted fill consisting of dry to moist, silty sand. The fill was derived from on-site
and off-site sources. There is a maximum of approximately 10 feet of fill beneath Lot 3.
GEOLOGY
From published geologic maps, the site is underlain at depth by sedimentary bedrock of the
Santiago Formation.
There are no known geologic hazards such as landslides, liquefaction-prone areas, or earthquake
faults at the site. However, the proposed single-family residence is subject to ground shaking and
possible damage from earthquakes on nearby, or more distant, active faults.
SEISMIC DESIGN VALUES
Updated seismic design values are presented on the attached Figure 5.
CONCLUSIONS
The site is suitable for construction of the new, two-story residence and detached garage. The
following recommendations should be incorpo ated into the design and construction of the
project.
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RECOMMENDATIONS
SITE GRADING
Site Clearing
The area of the proposed construction should be cleared of vegetation and other deleterious
materials. Vegetation and debris from the clearing operation should be properly disposed of off-
site.
Removal of Loose Fill Soils
The upper 2 feet of loose, undocumented fill soils and an additional 1 foot of the underlying
compacted fill within the proposed building area and to a distance of at least 5 feet outside
building limits should be removed and recompacted to a minimum depth of 3 feet below existing
grades.
Compaction and Method of Filling
Prior to fill placement, the exposed subgrade soils should be scarified to a depth of 6 to 8 inches,
moisture conditioned to slightly above optimum moisture content and compacted to at least 90
percent relative compaction.
The on-site soils may be reused as compacted fill, provided they are free of organic materials and
debris, and rocks or cobbles over 6 inches in dimension. Any imported fill soils should be
predominantly granular and approved by our field representative.
All fill should be compacted to a minimum relative compaction of 90 percent as determined by
ASTM D1557. Fill should be placed at a moisture content slightly above optimum moisture
content, in lifts 6 to 8 inches thick, with each lift compacted by mechanical means.
Utility trench backfill and retaining wall backfill should also be compacted to at least 90 percent
relative compaction.
All grading, fill placement, and compaction should be performed in accordance with the grading
requirements of the City of Carlsbad. Fill placement and compaction should be observed and
tested as necessaiy by our held representative.
FOUNDATIONS
Footings for the new, two-story residence and detached garage should be founded in properly
compacted fill. Footings should have a minimum depth of 18 inches below building pad grade
or lowest adjacent, finished grade, whichever is deeper.
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Continuous footings should be at least 15 inches wide and reinforced with a minimum of four
#4 steel bars; with tvo bars placed near the top of the footings and the other two bars placed
near the bottom of the footings. Individual footings should be at least 18 inches square and
reinforced with a grid of #4 bars spaced 12 inches on centers (each way) and placed on
concrete blocks at the bottom of the footing.
An allowable soil bearing value of 2,000 pounds per square foot may be used for the design of
continuous and/or individual spread footings bearing in properly compacted fill. This value
may be increased by one-third for short term wind or seismic loads. Total and differential
settlements of 1/2 inch may be assumed.
Lateral loads may be resisted by an equivalent fluid passive soil pressure of 350 pounds per
cubic foot. A coefficient of friction of 0.35 may also be used. If passive and friction values
are used together, the friction value should be reduced by one-third.
All footing excavations should be inspected and approved by our field representative. Footing
excavations should be thoroughly cleaned prior to inspection.
For design purposes, total and differential settlements of 1/2 inch may be assumed.
FLOOR SLABS
Floor slabs should be at least 5 inches thick and reinforced with #4 bars placed at 18 inches On
centers in two directions in the middle of the slab. The reinforcing steel should be supported on
steel chairs or concrete blocks. Floor slabs should be underlain by 2 inches of clean sand over a
10-mil visqueen moisture barrier over 2 inches of clean sand. To minimize the potential for
shrinkage cracks, foundation and floor slab concrete should have ajninimum compressive strength
of 3,000 psi. Special testing of concrete. is not. required. Some shrinkage cracks are still posible.
PATIO AND OTHER EXTERIOR SLABS
Patio and other, -exterior slabs should be at least 5 inches thick and reinforced with #4 bars placed
at 18 inches on centers in two directions in the middle of the slab. Patio slabs should be provided
with construction joints no more than 10 feet apart to minimize shrinkage cracking.
CONCRETE PAVER RECOMMENDATIONS
Based on the subgrade soil conditions, the following hydrologic paver section is recommended in
accordance with the Interlocking Concrete Pavement Institute (ICPI) specifications.
Minimum 3-1/8-inch hydrologic payers
1.5" to 2" bedding course (Typ. No. 8 Aggregate)
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6-inch Class 2 aggregate base compacted to 95 percent relative compaction (ASTM
D1557)
The upper 12 inches of the existing fill soils should be scarified, moisture conditioned to
approximately 2 percent over optimum moisture content and compacted to a minimum of 95
percent relative compaction (ASTM D1557).
CORROSION TESTING
Based upon the corrosion test results (Figure No. 8), we recommend Type I or II Portland cement
for construction with a water-cement ratio no greater than 0.5. For standard concrete containing
six sacks of cement per cubic yard and 3 inches of concrete cover over steel, the estimated time to
corrosion of reinforced concrete substructures is 100 years based on California Test Method 532.
In addition, the minimum estimated time to perforation of a 16-gauge steel culvert is 30 years
based on California Test Method 643.
SOIL PRESSURES FOR RETAINING WALL DESIGN
The proposed cantilever retaining wall on the north side of the lot may be designed for an active
equivalent fluid soil pressure of 35 pcf assuming a level backfill. For a 2:1 sloping backfill the
active soil pressure should be increased to 55 pcf. Should the wall be subject to a àniform
surcharge load behind the wall, it should be designed for an additional, uniform lateral pressure
equal to one-third the anticipated surcharge pressure. These pressures are based on the backfill
soils being free draining and non-expansive (El less than 20).
For seismic design of retaining walls over 6 feet in height, a horizontal seismic coefficient Kh=SDS/2.5
should be used.. See a1so. attached Figure 6 for seismic design values. An inverted, triangular soil
pressure distribution should be assumed against the retaining walls. The resultant, horizontal
earthquake force F=3/8*Kh*Soil density*Wall height (H)"2 may be assumed to act at a distance of
0.6*H above the base of the wall. A soil density of 130 pcf may be assumed.
RETAINING WALL FOUNDATION DESIGN
An allowable soil bearing value of 2,000 pounds per square foot may be used for the design of
retaining wall footings founded at least 12 inches into properly compacted fill. This value may be
increased by.one third for short term seismic loads. Footing depths should be verified by our field
representative.
Lateral loads may be resisted by an equivalent fluid passive soil pressure of 300 pounds per cubic
foot. A coefficient of friction of 0.4 may also be used. If passive and friction values are used
together, the friction value should be reduced by one-third.
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RETAINING WALL DRAINAGE
The retaining wall should be provided with appropriate waterproofing and wall drainage. Please see
attached Figure 7 for recommended wall drainage.
Wall drainage and backfill materials should be approved by our field representative prior to
placement and compaction. All backfill should be compacted to at least 90 percent relative
compaction based On ASTM D 1557, and observed and tested as necessary by our field
representative.
CONSTRUCTION IMPACT
Based on the recommended grading and proposed construction, it is our opinion that the
proposed development will not destabilize or result in settlement of the adjacent properties.
LIMITATIONS OF INVESTIGATION
Our updated geotechnical report was prepared using the skill and degree of care ordinarily exercised
under similar circumstances by reputable soil engineers and geologists practicing in this or similar
localities. No other warranty, expressed or implied, is made regarding the conclusions and professional
advice included in this report. This report provides no warranty, either expressed or implied,
concerning future building performance. Future damage from geotechnical or other causes is a
possibility.
This report is prepared for the sole use of our client and may not be assigned to others without the
written consent of the client and ECSC&E, Inc.
This report is issued with the understanding that it is the responsibility of the owner, or his/her
representative to ensure that the information and recommendations contained herein are brought to the
attention of the project architect and engineer. Appropriate recommendations should be incorporated
into the structural plans. The necessary steps should be taken to see that the contractor and
subcontractors carry out such recommendations in the field.
The findings of this report are valid as of this present date. However, changes in the conditions of a
property can occur with the passage of time, whether they are due to natural processes or the works of
man on this or adjacent properties. In addition, changes in applicable or appropriate standards may
occur from legislation or the broadening of knowledge. Accordingly, the findings of this report may be
invalidated wholly or partially by changes outside of our control. Therefore, this report is subject to
review and should be updated after a period of two years.
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ADDITIONAL SERVICES
The review of plans and specifications, field observations and testing under our direction are integral
parts of the recommendations made in this report. If East County Soil Consultation and Engineering,
Inc. is not retained, for these services, the client agrees to assume our responsibility for any potential
claims that may arise during construction. Observation and testing are additional services, which are
provided by our firm, and should be budgeted within the cost of development.
This opportunity to be of service is. appreciated. If you have any questions, or we can be of
further service, please do not hesitate to call or contact us.
Respectfully Submitted,
Martin R. Owen, PE, GE
Geotechnical Engineer
Attachments: Figure 1 through 8
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FIGURE 1
REFERENCES
L "Grading Plans for Mathis Residence, 3144 Levante Street, Carlsbad CA 92009", Prepared by
La Costa Engineering, Inc.
2. "Geotechnical Report Update (Revised), Proposed Single-Family Residence on Southwestern
Parcel, Levante Street, APN 223-170-18 & 19, La Costa Area, City of Carlsbad, California",
Project No.. 02-3147J2, Prepared by East County Soil Consultation and Engi.neeiing, inc.,
Dated September 19, 2016.
"Addendum to Limited Site Investigation; Four Proposed Single-Family Residences, Lot 230
& 231 Levante Street, APN 223-170-18 & 19, City of Carlsbad, California", Project No. 02-
1147J2, Prepared by East County Soil Consultation and Engineering, Inc., Dated November
12, 2002.
"Report of Field Density Tests, Four Proposed Single-Family Residences, Lot 230 & 231
Levante Street, APN 223-170-18 & 19, City of Carlsbad, California", Project No. 02-1147J2,
Prepared by East County Soil Consultation and Engineering, Inc., Dated September 12, 2002.
"Limited Site Investigation, Four Proposed Single-Family Residences, Lot 230 & 231 Levante
Street, APN 223-170-18 & 19, City of Carlsbad, California", Project No. 02-1147J2,
Prepared by East County Soil Consultation and Engineering, Inc., Dated July 25, 2002.
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FIGURE 3
LOCATIONS OF TEST BORINGS
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FIGURE 4
LOGS OF TEST BORINGS
BORING B-i
DEPTH SOIL DESCRIPTION Y
Surface UNDOCUMENTED FILL: tan brown, dry to moist, loose, silty sand
1.0' It " S
If to 101.2 8.7 2.0' COMPACTED FILL: tan brown, dry to moist, medium dense to dense, silty sand
3.0' bottom of test boring, no caving, no groundwater .112.7 11.8
test boring backfilled 8/18/2020
BORING B-2
DEPTH SOIL DESCRIPTION S Y
M
Surface UNDOCUMENTED FILL: tan brown, dry to moist,
loose, silty sand
2.0' COMPACTED FILL: tan brown, dry to moist,
medium dense to dense, silty sand
3.0' bottom of test boring, no caving, no groundwater
test boring bacldilled 8/18/2020
Y = DRY DENSITY IN PCF
M = MOISTURE CONTENT IN %
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FIGURE 6
SEISMIC DESIGN VALUES
3144 Levante St, Carlsbad, CA 92009, USA
Date
Design Code Reference Document
Risk Category
Site Class
Type Value
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0.352
1.075
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Sns • 0.717
null -See Section 11.4.8
Type Value
SOC null -See Section 11.4.8
F3 1.114
null -See Section 11.4.8
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Description
MCER ground motion. (for 0.2 second period)
1%4CEA ground motion. (for lOs period)
Site -mod ifiedspectral acceleration value
Site-modified spectral acceleration value
Numeric seismic design value at 0.2 second SA
Numeric seismic design value at 1.0 second SA
Description
Seismic design category
Site amplification factor at 0.2 second
Site amplification factor at 1.0 second
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The.percemage composition by weight of Class IlPenneable Material should comply with the
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Class 2 Penneable Material should also have a sand equivalent value of at least 75.
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CORROSION TEST RESULTS
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One soil sample received on 10/09/19 at 9:15am, marked as Mathis-Levante St, Carlsbad.
Analysis By California Test 643, 1999, Department of Transportation Division of Construction, Method for Estimating the Service Life of Steel Culverts.
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Water Added (ml) Resistivity (ohm-cu)
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30 years to perforation for a 16 gauge metal culvert. 38 years to perforation for a 14 gauge metal culvert. 53 years to perforation for a 12 gauge metal culvert. 68 years to perforation for a 10 gauge metal culvert. 83 years to perforation for a 8 gauge metal culvert.
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Dennis & Robin Mathis September 19, 2016 3128 Levante Street Project No. 02-1147.12 Carlsbad, California 92009
Subject: Geotechnical Report Update (Revised)
Proposed Single-Family Residence on Southwestern Parcel
Levante Street, APN 223-170-18 & 19
La Costa Area, City of Carlsbad, California 92009
References: See Attached
Dear Mr. & Mrs. Mathis:
In accordance with your request, we have reviewed the referenced soil reports and visited the
subject site on September 2, 2015. Site conditions were found as described in the referenced soil
report (Reference No. 3) and are suitable for the construction of the proposed single-family
residence. Therefore. .the recommendations provided in the referenced geotechnical report
(Reference No. 4) are still valid for the development of the southwestern parcel.
2013 CBC Seismic Design Criteria
Seismic design criteria have been updated in accordance with the 2013 California Building Code
as follows:
PARAMETER. ..VALUE 2O13CBC/ASCE1.REFERENCES. Site Class D Table 20.3-1/ ASCE 7, Chapter 20 Mapped Spectral Acceleration For Short Periods,
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1.037g Figure 16 13.3.1(l)
Mapped Spectral Acceleration For a 1-Second
Period, S1
0.401 g Figure 1613.3.1(2)
Site Coefficient, F. 1.085 Table 1613.3.3(1) Site Coefficient, F 1.599 Table 1613.3.3(2) Adjusted Max. Considered Earthquake Spectral
Response Acceleration for Short Periods, SMS
1.125g Equation 16-37
Adjusted Max. Considered Earthquake Spectral
Response Acceleration for 1-Second Period, SMI
0.641g Equation 16-38
5 Percent Damped Design Spectral Response
Acceleration for Short Periods, SDS
0.750g Equation 16-39
5 Percent Damped Design Spectral Response
Acceleration for I-Second Period, SDI
0.428g Equation 16-40
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In addition, we have reviewed the grading plan prepared by La Costa Engineering of Carlsbad,
California to address the proposed surface drainage around the the proposed single-family
residence. A minimum gradient of 2 percent may be implemented away from the structure
within hardscape areas to a minimum distance of 10 feet. In earth areas, this will be 5 percent. Earth swales should have a minimum gradient of 2 percent and be directed to approved drainage
receptors.
Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our office.
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- S REFERENCES
"Foundation Excavation Observation, Proposed Single-Family Residence, 3128 Levante Street, APN 223-170-18 & 19, City of Carlsbad, California" Project No. 02-I l47J2(B), Prepared by
East County Soil Consultation and Engineering, Inc., Dated January 9, 2003.
'Addendum to Limited Site Investigation, Four Proposed Single-Family Residences, Lot 230 &
231 Leante Street, APN 223-170-18 & 19, City of Carlsbad, California" Project No. 02-
I 147J2(B), Prepared by East County Soil Consultation and Engineering, Inc., Dated November
12, 2002.
"Report of Field Density Tests, Four Proposed Single-Family Residences, Lot 230 & 231
Levante Street, APN 223-170-18 & 19, City of Carlsbad, California" Project No. 02-I I47J2(A),
Prepared by East County Soil Consultation and Engineering, Inc., Dated Sctember 12, 2002.
4; "Limited Site investigation,. Four Proposed Single-Family Residences, Lot 230 & 231 Levante
Street, APN 223-170-18 & 19,City of Carlsbad, California" Project No. 02-1147J2, Prepared by
East County Soil Consultation and Engineering, Inc., Dated July 25, 2002.
EAST COUNTY SOIL CONSULTATION
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Dennis Mathis Construction
. . September 12, 2002. 3351 Venado Street S Project No. 02-1147J2(A) Rancho La Costa, California 92009
Subject: Report of Field Density of Tests
Four Proposed Single Family Residences
Lots 230 & 231 Levante Street, APN 223-170-18 & 19
City of Carlsbad, California
Reference: "Limited Site Investigation, Four Proposed Single
Family Residences, Lot 230 & 231 Levante Street,
APN 223-170-18 & 19, City of Carlsbad,
California", Project No. 02-1147J2, Prepared by
East County Soil Consultation and Engineering,
Inc., Dated July 25, 2002
Dear Mr. Mathis:
This report presents the results of field density tests
performed on the building pads for the four proposed single
family residences at the subject site.
In accordance with your request, in-place field density
tests were taken in conformance with ASTM D1556-90 (Sand
Cone) . Site grading was performed between July 26 and August
20, 2002 under the observation and testing of a
representative of East County Soil Consultation and
Engineering, Inc.
The results of the field density tests are presented on Page
T-1 under "Table of Test Results". The laboratory
determinations of the maximum dry density and optimum
moisture content results are set forth an Page L-1 under
"Laboratory Test Results". The approximate test locations
are shown on Plate No. 1.
DENNIS MA THIS CONSTRUCTION PROJECT NO. 02-1147J2(A)
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sI Prior to the remedial grading operation, brush and
vegetation were. remove .d from the subject site. Subgrade
soils were overexcavated to a minimum depth-of 3 -feet below
•proposed grade into competent bearing soils. These soils
were scarified to a depth of. approximately 6 inches,
moisture. conditioned and recompacted.
On-site soils consisting of silty sandand clayey sand were
placed and compacted in excess of 90 percent relative
density while maintaining a moisture content around optimum.
Compaction was achieved with the use of Caterpillar 983B and
977L • trackloaders.
Based on our field observations and density test results, it
is our opinion that the grading operation for the proposed
single family residences was performed in accordance with
the referenced soil investigation report and local grading
ordinances.
If we can be of further assistance, please do not hesitate
to contact our office.
Pages T-1, L-1 and Plate No. 1 are attached.
Respectfully Submitted,
Mamadou Saliou Diallo, P.E.
RCE 54071
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PAGE 1-1
TABLE OF TEST RESULTS
ASTM D1556-90
MAXIMUM
DEPTH FEILD DRY DRY
TEST SOIL OF FILL MOISTURE DENSITY DENSITY PERCENT NO. TYPE IN FEET %DRY WT. P.C.F. P.C.F COMPACTION
I I 0' 12.0 108.9 119.0 91 2 2 IS 11.2 107.8 118.0 91 3 2 2' 9.8 106.3 118.0 90 4 3 4' 17.1 111.9 120.5 93 5 3 3' 13.9 113.9 120.5 94 6 3 6'FG 13.8 111.5 120.5 93 7 2 4TG 14.3 105.4 118.0 90 8 3 0' 13.3 109.7 120.5 91 9 2 I' 13.7 107.1 118.0 91 10 2 21 16.7 108.9 118.0 92 II 2 2 16.6 110.5 118.0 94
12 3 2' 17.2 110.7 120.5 92
13 3 . 2' 15.1 112.3 120.5 93
14 3 2' 13.3 112.1 120.5 93
15 2 1.5' 14.9 107.1 118.0 91
16 2 3'FG 12.3 109.3 118.0 93
17 2 3'FG 11.7 111.9 118.0 95
18 3 4'FG 13.7 109.7 120.5 91
19 2 1.5' 12.1 112.2 118.0 95
20 2 4TG 12.0 111.7 118.0 95
21 3 3'FG 11.6 115.0 120.5 95
22 2 3'FG 13.2 112.5 118.0 95
FG = FINISH GRADE TEST
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LABORATORY TEST RESULTS
RESULTS OF MAXIMUM DENSITY TEST•
The maximum dry densities and optimum moisture contents of the fill materials as
determined by ASTM D1557-91, Procedure A which uses 25 blows of a 10 pound slide
hammer falling from a height of 8 inches on each of 5 equal layers in a 4 inch diameter
1/30 cubic foot compaction cylinder and Procedure C which uses 56 blows of a 10 pound
slide hammer falling from a height of 18 inches on each of 5 equal layers in a 6 inch
diameter 1/13.3 cubic foot compaction cylinder are presented as follows:
OPTIMUM
MAXIMUM MOISTURE
DRY DENSITY CONTENT SOIL TYPE/ PROCEDURE LB/ CU. FT. % DRY WI.
1/A TAN SILTY FINE GRAINED SAND 119.0 11.7
2/A TAN BROWN SILTY FINE 118.0 11.4
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Dennis & Robin Mathis September 4, 2015
3128 Levante Street Project No. 02-1147J2
Carlsbad, California 92009
Subject: Geotechnical Report Update
Proposed Single-Family Residence on Southwestern Parcel
Levante Street, APN 223-170-18 & 19
La Costa Area, City of Carlsbad, California 92009
References: See Attached
Dear Mr. & Mrs. Mathis:
In accordance with your request, we have reviewed the referenced soil reports and visited the
subject site on September 2, 2015. Siie conditions were found as described in the referenced soil
report (Reference No. 3). Therefore, the recommendations provided in the referenced
geotechnical report (Reference No. 4) are still valid for the development of the southwestern
parcel.
2013 CBC Seismic Design Criteria
Seismic design criteria have been updated in accordance with the 2013 California Building Code
as follows:
PARAMETER
Site Class D Table 20.3-1/ ASCE 7, Chapter 20
Mapped Spectral Acceleration For Short Periods, 1.037g Figure 1613.3.1(1)
Ss
Mapped Spectral Acceleration For a 1-Second 0-401g Figure 1613.3.1(2)
Period, S1
Site Coefficient, F. 1.085 Table 1613.3.3(1)
Site Coefficient, F 1.599 Table 1613.3.3(2)
Adjusted Max. Considered Earthquake Spectral 1.125g Equation. 16-3 7
Response Acceleration for Short Periods, SMS
Adjusted Max. Considered Earthquake Spectral 0.641g Equation 16-38
Response Acceleration for 1-Second Period, SMI
5 Percent Damped Design Spectral Response 0.750g Equation 16-39
Acceleration for Short Periods, SDS
5 Percent Damped Design Spectral Response 0.428g Equation 16-40
Acceleration for 1-Second Period, SDI
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Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our office.
Respectfully submitted,
Mamadou Saliou Diallo, P.E.
RCE 54071, GE 2704
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REFERENCES
L "Foundation Excavation Observation, Proposed Single-Family Residence, 3128 Levante Street,
APN 223-170-18 & 19, City of Carlsbad, California" Project No. 02-1147J2(B), Prepared by
East County Soil Consultation and Engineering, Inc., Dated January 9, 2003.
"Addendum to Limited Site Investigation, Four Proposed Single-Family Residences, Lot 230 &
231 Levante Street, APN 223-170-18 & 19, City of Carlsbad, California" Project No. 02-
1 147J2(B), Prepared by East County Soil Consultation and Engineering, Inc., Dated November
12, 2002.
"Report of Field Density Tests, Four Proposed Single-Family Residences, Lot 230 & 231
Levante Street, APN 223-170-18 & 19, City of Carlsbad, California" Project No. 02-114712(A),
Prepared by East County Soil Consultation and Engineering, Inc., Dated Setember 12, 2002.
"Limited Site Investigation, Four Proposed Single-Family Residences, Lot 230 & 231 Levante
Street, APN 223-170-18 & 19, City of Carlsbad, California" Project No. 02-114712, Prepared by
East County Soil Consultation and Engineering, Inc., Dated July 25, 2002.
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Dennis Mathis Construction November 12, 2002 7044 Whitewater Street Project No. 02-1147J2(B) Rancho La Costa, California 92009
Subject: Addendum to Limited Site Investigation
Four Proposed Single Family Residences
Lots 230 & 231 Levante Street, APN 223-170-18 & 19
City of Carlsbad, California
Reference: "Limited Site Investigation, Four Proposed Single Family Residences, Lot
230 & 231 Levante Street, APN 223-170-18 & 19, City of Carlsbad,
California", Project No. 02-1147J2, Prepared by East County Soil
Consultation and Engineering, Inc., Dated July 25, 2002'
Dear Mr. Mathis:
In accordance with your request, we have prepared this addendum letter to address the
reinforcing steel for the proposed foundations at the subject site.
Steel reinforcement in the continuous footings may consist of two # 5 bars, one bar placed near the top of the footings and the other bar placed near the bottom of the footing.
These recommendations .are based on the low potential for expansion of the subgrade
soils and are not intended to be in lieu of the Structural Engineer requirements.
If we can be of any further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact our office.
Respectfully s
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RCE 54071
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EAST COUNTY SOIL CONSULTATION
AND ENGINEERING, INC.
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Dennis Mathis Construction September 12, 2002 3351 Venado Street Project No. 02-1147J2(A)
Rancho La Costa, California 92009
Subject: Report of Field Density of Tests
Four Proposed Single Family Residences
Lots 230 &.231 Levante Street, APN 223-170-18 & 19
City of Carlsbad, California
Reference: "Limited Site Investigation, Four Proposed Single
Family Residences, Lot 230 & 231 Levante Street,
APN 223-170-18 & 19, City of Carlsbad,
California", Project No. 02-1147J2, Prepared by
East County 'Soil Consultation and Engineering,
Inc., Dated July 25, 2002
Dear Mr. Mathis:
This report presents the results of field density tests
performed on the building pads for the four proposed single
family residences at the subject site.
In accordance with your request, in-place field density
tests were taken in conformance with ASTM D1556-90 (Sand
Cone). Site grading was performed between July 26 and August
20, 2002 under the observation and testing of a
representative of East County Soil Consultation and
Engineering, Inc.
The results of the field density
T-1 under "Table of Test
determinations of the maximum
moisture content results are s
"Laboratory Test Results". The
are shown on Plate No. 1.
tests are presented on Page
Results". The laboratory
dry density and optimum
t forth on Page L-1 under
approximate test locations
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Prior to the remedial grading operation, brush and
vegetation were removed from the. subject site. Subgrade
soils were overex.cavated to a minimum depth of 3 feet below
proposed grade into 'competent bearing soils. These soils
were scarified to a depth' of approximately 6 inches,
moisture conditioned and recompacted.
On-site soils' consisting of silty sand and clayey sand were
placed and compacted in excess of 90 percent relative
density while maintaining a moisture content around optimum.
Compaction was achieved with the use of Caterpillar 983B and
977L .trackloaders.
Based on Our field observations and density test results, it
is our opinion that the grading operation for the 'proposed
single family residences was performed in accordance with
the referenced soil investigation report and local grading
ordinances.
If we can be of further assistance, please do not hesitate
to contact our office.
Pages T-1, L-1 and Plate No. 1 are attached.
Respectfully Submitted,
Mamadou Saliou Diallo, P.E.
RCE 54071
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NO. TYPE IN FEET %DRY WT. : P.C.F. P.C.F
I 1 0' 12.0 108.9 119.0
2 2 IS 11.2 107.8 118.0
3 2 9.8 106.3 118.0
.4 3 4' 17.1 111.9 120.5
S 3 3' 13.9 113.9 120.5
6 3. 6'FG 13.8 II i.5 120.5
7 2 4'FG 14.3 105.4 118.0
8 3 0' 13.3 109.7 120.5
9• 2 it 13.7 107.1 118.0
10 2 2' 16.7 108.9 118.0
11 2 2' 16.6 110.5 118.0
12 3 2' 17.2 110.7 120.5
13 3 2' 15.1 112.3 . 120.5
14 3 2 13.3 112.1 120.5
15 2 IS 14.9 107.1 118.0
16 2 3'FG . 12.3 109.3 118.0
17. 2 3'FG . 11.7 111.9 118.0
18 3 4'FG 13.7 109.7 120.5
19 2 1.5' 12.1 112.2 118.0
20 2 4'G 12.0 111.7 118.0
21 3 3'FG 11.6 115.0 120.5
22 2 3'FG 13.2 112.5 118.0
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TABLE OF TEST RESULTS
ASTM D1556-90
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LABORATORY TEST RESULTS
RESULTS OF MAXIMUM DENSITY TEST
The maximum dry densities and optimum moisture contents of the fill materials as
determined by ASTM D1557-91, Procedure A which uses 25 blows of a 10 pound slide
-hammer falling from a.height of 18 inches on each of 5 equal layers in a 4 inch diameter
1/30 cubic foot compaction cylinder and Procedure C which uses 56 blows of a 10 pound
slide hammer falling from a height of 18 inches on each of 5 equal layers in a 6 inch
diameter 1/13.3 cubic foot compaction cylinder are presented as follows:
OPTIMUM
MAXIMUM MOISTURE
DRY DENSITY CONTENT
SOIL TYPE/ PROCEDURE LB/ CU. FT. % DRY WT.
1/A TAN SILTY FINE GRAINED SAND 119.0 11.7
2/A TAN BROWN SILTY FINE 118.0 11.4
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Dennis Mathis Construction July 25, 2002
3351 Venado Street Project No. 02-1147J2
Rancho La Costa, California 92009
Subject: Limited Site Investigation
Four Proposed Single Family Residences
Lot 230 & 231 Levante Street
APN 223-170-18 & 19
City of Carlsbad, California
Dear Mr. Mathis:
In accordance with your request, we have performed a limited
investigation of the soil conditions at the subject site. The
investigation was undertaken to provide the soil engineering
criteria for site grading and to recommend an appropriate
foundation system for the proposed residences.
The site was previously graded as cut and fill pads with a maximum
depth of fill of approximately 12 feet. Underlying the fill soils
was dense sandstone of the Santiago Formation.
It is our opinion that the proposed development is feasible
provided the recommendations herein are implemented during
construction.
Respectfully submitted,
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RCE 54071
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INTRODUCTION
This is to present the findings and conclusions of a soils
investigation for four proposed single family residences to be
located on the north side of Levante Street, in the City of
Carlsbad, California.
The objectives of the investigation were to determine the existing
soils conditions and provide recommendations for site development.
In order to accomplish these objectives, eight (8) exploratory
trenches were excavated to a maximum depth of 13.0 feet;
undisturbed and loose bag samples were obtained, and laboratory
tests were performed.
SITE DESCRIPTION AND PROPOSED CONSTRUCTION
The subject site is located on the north side of Levante Street,
in the City of Carlsbad, California. The site was previously
graded as cut and fill pads. Prior to the grading operation, the
site sloped moderately to the west. Vegetation consists of grass.
The proposed development includes the construction of four two-
story, wood-framed, single-family residences to be founded on
continuous footings with a slab-on-grade floor system.
FIELD INVESTIGATION
On March 28, 2002, eight exploratory trenches were excavated to a
maximum depth of 13.0 feet by a Caterpillar 416B backhoe equipped
with a 24 inch bucket. The approximate locations of the trenches
are shown on the attached Plate No. 1, entitled "Location of
Exploratory Trenches". A continuous log of the soils encountered
was recorded at the time of excavation and is shown on Plates No.
2 through 4 entitled "Summary Sheet".
The soils were visually and texturally classified according to the
filed identification procedures set forth on the attached Plate
No. 5 entitled "Uniform Soil Classification Chart.
SURFACE CONDITIONS
The surface soils encountered during the course of our
investigation were fill soils to a maximum depth of twelve (12)
feet. These soils consist of tan clayey sand and silty sand, with
a loose to medium dense consistency. The fill soils were underlain
by dense sandstone of the Santiago Formation (Tsa).
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EXPANSIVE SOILS
An expansion test was performed on a representative sample of the
fill soils to determine volumetric change characteristics with
change in moisture content. An expansion index of 40 indicates a
low potential for expansion.
GROUNDWATER
Groundwater was not encountered during the course of our
investigation. Groundwater is anticipated at a depth greater than
150 feet. We do not expect groundwater to affect the proposed
development.
GEOLOGIC HAZARDS
A review of the available geological literature pertaining to the
site indicates the existence of the Rose Canyon Fault Zone
approximately 10.5 Km to the west. Ground shaking from this fault
or one of the major active faults in the region is the most likely
happening to affect the site. With respect to this hazard, the
site is comparable to others in the general area.
The proposed residential structures should be designed in
accordance with seismic design requirements of the 1997 Uniform
Building Code or the Structural Engineers Association of
California using the following seismic design criteria:
PARAMETER VALUE UBC REFERENCE
Seismic Zone Factor, Z 0.40 Table 16-I
Soil Profile Type SD Table 16-J
Seismic Coefficient, Ca 0.44 Table 16-Q
Seismic Coefficient, Cv 0.64 Table 16-R
Near-Source Factor, Na 1.0 Table 16-S
Near-Source Factor, Nv 1.0 Table 16-T
Seismic Source B Table 16-U
Based on the absence of shallow groundwater, type and consistency
of the underlying soils, it is our opinion that the potential for
liquefaction is very low.
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CONCLUSIONS AND RECOINDATIONS
The following conclusions and recommendations are based upon the
analysis of the data and information obtained from our soil
investigation. This includes visual inspection; field
investigation; laboratory testing and our general knowledge of the
soils native to the site. The site is suitable for the proposed
development provided the recommendations set forth are implemented
during construction.
GRADING AND EARTHWORK
Site grading should begin with clearing and grubbing, e.g. the
removal of vegetation and deleterious materials. It is our
understanding that the two existing pads will be graded into four
individual pads. Due to the transition between cut and fill on the
existing pads and the loose consistency in the upper 3 feet of the
existing fill soils, we recommend that the subgrade soils be
overexcavated to a minimum depth of three feet below proposed pad
grades, moisture conditioned 2 to 4 percent over optimum and
compacted to a minimum of 90 percent relative density. The
overexcavation should extend a minimum of 5 feet beyond perimeter
footings. The actual depth and extent of removal should be
evaluated in the field at the time of excavation by a
representative of this firm. Grading should be done in accordance
with the attached appendix A.
FOUNDATION AND SLAB
Continuous footings and/or spread footings are suitable for use
and should extend a minimum of 18 inches for the two story
residential dwellings into the compacted fill soils. Continuous
footings should be 15 inches wide and reinforced with four #4
steel bars; two bars placed near the top of the footings and the
other two bars placed near the bottom of the footings.
Concrete floor slabs should be a minimum 4 inches thick.
Reinforcement should consist of #3 bars placed at 16 inches on
center each way. Slab reinforcement should be placed within the
middle third of the slab by supporting the steel on chairs or
concrete blocks "dobies". The slab should be underlain by 2 inches
of clean sand over a 10-mil visqueen moisture barrier. The effect
of concrete shrinkage will result in cracks in virtually all
concrete slabs. To reduce the extent of shrinkage, the concrete
should be placed at a maximum of 4-inch slump. The minimum steel
recommended is not intended to prevent shrinkage cracks.
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c. Where moisture sensitive floor coverings are anticipated over
the slab, the 10-mil plastic moisture barrier should be underlain
by a capillary break at least 4 inches thick, consisting of sand,
gravel or crushed rock not exceeding 3/4 inch in size with no more
than 5 percent passing the #200 sieve.
SOIL BEARING VALUE
An allowable soil bearing value of 1500 pounds per square foot may
be used for the design of continuous and spread footings founded a
minimum of 12 inches into the compacted fill soils. This value may
be increased by 20 percent for each additional foot of width or
depth to a maximum value of 4500 lb/ft2 as set forth in the 1997
Edition of the Uniform Building Code, Table No. 18-1-A.
LATERAL SOIL PRESSURE
Lateral resistance to horizontal movement may be provided by the
soil passive pressure and the friction of concrete to soil. An
allowable passive pressure of 200 pounds per square foot per foot
of depth may be used. A coefficient Df friction of 0.35 is
recommended. The soils passive pressure as well as the bearing
value may be increased by 1/3 for wind and seismic loading.
RETAINING WALLS
Unrestrained, cantilevered retaining walls with a level backfill
may be designed to resist an active equivalent fluid pressure of
35 pounds per cubic foot, while retaining walls with a 2 to 1
sloping backfill may be designed to resist an active equivalent
fluid pressure of 45 pounds per cubic foot. This pressure is based
on the backfill soils being free draining and non-expansive.
Backfill materials must be approved by the soils engineer prior to
use.
SETTLEMENT
Settlement of compacted fill soils is normal and should be
anticipated. Because of the minor thickness of the fill soil under
the proposed footings and the light building loads, the settlement
should be within acceptable limits.
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UTILITY TRENCH EXCAVATIONS
Excavations for on-site utility trenches may be made vertically
for shallow depths and must be either shored or sloped at 1H: lv
for depths greater than 4 feet. Utilities should be bedded and
backfilled with clean sand or approved granular soil to a depth of
at least one foot over the pipe. This backfill should be uniformly
watered and compacted to a firm condition for pipe support. The
remainder of the backfill may be on-site soils or non-expansive
imported soils, which should be placed in thin lifts, moisture
conditioned and compacted to at least 90 % relative compaction.
SLOPE SETBACK
Compacted fill soils that occur within 8 feet of the face of slope
possess poor lateral stability, even though they have been
certified with a relative compaction of 90 percent or better.
Proposed structures and other improvements that are located within
8 feet of the face of compacted fill slopes could suffer
differential movement as a result of the poor lateral stability of
these soils. Therefore, foundations and footings for the proposed
structures or other improvements should be placed at least 8 feet
back from the top of these slopes. Foundations placed closer to
the top of slope than 8 feet should be deepened such that the
bottom of the foundation is at least 8 feet back from the face of
the slope.
DRAINAGE
Adequate measures shall be undertaken to properly finish grade the
site after the structures and other improvements are in place,
such that the drainage water within the site and adjacent
properties is directed away from the foundations, footings, floor
slabs and the tops of slopes via surface swales and subsurface
drains towards the natural drainage for this area. Proper surface
and subsurface drainage will be required to minimize the potential
of water seeking the level of the bearing soils under the
foundations, footings and floor slabs, which may otherwise result
in undermining and differential settlement of the structures and
other improvements.
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LIMITS OF INVESTIGATION
The recommendations provided in this report pertain only to the
site investigated and based upon the assumption that the soil
conditions do not deviate from those disclosed in the trenches. If
any variations or undesirable conditions are encountered during
construction, or if the proposed construction will differ from
that planned at the present time, East County Soil Consultation
and Engineering, Inc. should be notified so that supplemental
recommendations can be provided.
Plates No. 1. through 5, Page L-1 and L-2, References and Appendix
A are parts of this report.
Respectfully submitted,
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PLATE NO. 2
SUMMARY SHEET NO. 3.
TRENCH NO. 1
DEPTH SOIL DESCRIPTION
Surface FILL (Qaf)
tan, dry to moist, loose to medium
dense, silty, fine grained sand (SM)
2.0'
2.5' medium brown, moist, medium dense,
silty, fine grained sand(SM)
3.5' tan, moist, medium dense, silty
fine grained sand
5.0' reddish brown, moist, medium dense,
silty, fine to medium grained sand
6.0' SANTIAGO FORMATION (Tsa)
tan, moist, dense, fine
grained silty sand (SM)
6.5' bottom of trench
trench backfilled 3/28/02
Y M
107.9 9.6
104.8 7.5
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TRENCH NO. 2
DEPTH SOIL DESCRIPTION Y M
Surface FILL (Qaf)
tan, dry to moist, loose to medium
dense, silty, fine grained sand (SM)
1.0' SANTIAGO FORMATION (Tsa)
tan, moist, dense, fine
grained silty sand (SM)
2.0' 110.7 11.5
2.5' bottom of trench
trench backfilled 3/28/02 ------------------------------------------------------------------------
TRENCH NO. 3
DEPTH SOIL DESCRIPTION Y M
Surface FILL (Qaf)
tan, dry to moist, loose to medium
dense, silty, fine grained sand (SM)
2.0' medium brown, moist, medium dense, 103.8 20.8
clayey sand(SC)
4.01 SANTIAGO FORMATION (Tsa)
tan, moist, dense, fine 101.6 5.8
grained silty sand (SM)
5.5' bottom of trench
trench backfilled 3/28/02 ------------------------------------------------------------------------
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PLATE NO. 3
SUMMARY SHEET NO. 2
TRENCH NO. 4
DEPTH SOIL DESCRIPTION Y M
Surface FILL (Qaf)
tan, dry to moist, loose
silty, fine grained sand (SM)
2.0' tan, moist, medium dense,
silty, fine grained sand(SM)
5.0' reddish brown, moist, medium dense,
clayey sand (SC)
6.0' SANTIAGO FORMATION (Tsa)
tan, moist, dense, fine
grained silty sand (SM)
6.5' bottom of trench
trench backfilled 3/28/02 ------------------------------------------------------------------------
TRENCH NO. 5
DEPTH SOIL DESCRIPTION Y M
Surface FILL (Qaf)
tan, dry to moist, loose to medium
dense, silty, fine grained sand (SM)
2.01 .106.4 12.3
4.0' 102.4 9.6
4.5' SANTIAGO FORMATION (Tsa)
medium brown, moist, medium dense,
clayey sand(SC)
6.0' tan, moist, dense, fine
grained silty sand (SM)
6.5' bottom of trench
trench backfilled 3/28/02 ------------------------------------------------------------------------
TRENCH NO. 6
DEPTH SOIL DESCRIPTION Y M
Surface FILL (Qaf)
tan, dry to moist, loose to medium
dense, silty, fine grained sand (SM)
4.51 SANTIAGO FORMATION (Tsa)
medium brown, moist, medium dense,
clayey sand(SC)
6.0' tan, moist, dense, fine
grained silty sand (SM)
6.5' bottom of trench
trench backfilled 3/28/02
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SUMMARY SHEET NO. 3
TRENCH NO. 7
DEPTH SOIL DESCRIPTION
Surface FILL (Qaf)
tan, dry to moist, loose to 2.01 , medium
dense 2.01 -5.51 , silty, fine grained
sand (SM)
5.5' brown, moist, medium dense,
clayey sand(SC)
7.0' SANTIAGO FORMATION (Tsa)
tan, dry, dense, fine
grained silty sand (SM)
7.5' bottom of trench
trench backfilled 3/28/02
Y M
TRENCH NO. 8
* DEPTH SOIL DESCRIPTION Y
Surface FILL (Qaf)
tan, dry to moist, loose to medium
dense, silty, fine grained sand (SM)
4.0' 105.6
4.5' medium brown, moist, medium dense,
silty, fine grained sand(SM)
5.5' tan, moist, medium dense, silty
fine grained sand
6.0' 102.0
8.0' . reddish brown, moist, medium dense, 99.1
clayey sand
12.0' SANTIAGO FORMATION (Ts a)
tan, dry, dense, fine
grained silty sand (SM)
13.0' bottom of trench
trench backfilled 3/28/02 -------------------------------------------------------------------
16.9
22.5
22.1
10 *
a 20
IC
- MAJOR DIVISIONS SYMBOL - DESCRIPTION
GW
WELL. GRADED GRAVELS OR GRAVEL- SAND
MIXTURES. LITTLE OR NO FINES
GRAVELS
(MORE THAN '/
OF COARSE
GP
__________
POORLY GRADED GRAVELS OR GRAVEL-SAND
MIXTURES. LITTLE OR NO FINES __________________________________
GM SILTY GRAVELS, GRAVEL-SAND-SILT MIXTURES
FRACTION
>NO. 4 SIEVE
COARSE
GRAINED SOILS
SIZE)
GC CLAYEY GRAVELS, GRAVEL-SAND-CLAY MIXTURES
(MORE THAN t4 OF SOIL>
NO. 200 SIEVE SIZE) sw WELL GRADED SANDS OR GRAVELLY SANDS,
LITTLE OR NO FINES
SANDS
(MORE THAN ,'
OF COARSE
FRACTION
< NO. 4 SIEVE
SP POORLY GRADED SANDS OR GRAVELLY SANDS, LITTLE OR NO FINES ___________________________________
SM SILTY SANDS, SILT-SAND MIXTURES
SIZE)
SC CLAYEY SANDS, SAND-CLAY MIXTURES
SILTS &
ML INORGANIC SILTS AND VERY FINE SANDS, ROCK
FLOUR, SILTY OR CLAYEY FINE SANDS OR CLAYEY
SILTS WITH SLIGHT PLASTICITY
FINE GRAINED
SOILS
(MORE THAN Y3OF SOIL <
NO. 200 SIEVE SIZE)
CLAYS
LIQUID LIMIT
<so
_________
CL INORGANIC CLAYS OF LOW TO MEDIUM
PLASTICITY, GRAVELLY CLAYS, SANDY CLAYS.
SILTY CLAYS. LEAN CLAYS
OL
________
ORGANIC SILTS AND ORGANIC SILTY CLAYS OF
LOW PLASTICITY
SILTS &
ryIH INORGANIC SILTS. MICACEOUS OR DIATOMACEOUS
FINE SANDY OR SILTY SOILS. ELASTIC SILTS
CH INORGANIC CLAYS OF HIGH PLASTICITY, FAT
CLAYS
CLAYS
LIQUID LIMIT
350
OH ORGANIC CLAYS OF MEDIUM TO HIGH PLASTICITY,
ORGANIC SILTY CLAYS. ORGANIC SILTS
HIGHLY ORGANIC SOILS Pt PEAT AND OTHER HIGHLY ORGANIC SOILS
CLASSIFICATION CHART (UNIFIED SOIL CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM)
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CLASSIFICATION RANGE OF GRAIN SIZES
U.S. STANDARD GRAIN SIZE IN
SIEVE SIZE
I
MILLIMETERS
BOULDERS Above 12 Inches I Above 305
COBBLES 12 Inches To 3 Inches 305 To 76.2
GRAVEL 3 Inches to No.4 76.2 to 4.76
Coarse 3 Inches to 'A Inch 76.2 to 19.1
Fine 'A Inch to No.4 19.1 to 4.76
SAND No. 4 to No. 200 4.76 to 0.074
Coarse No. 4 to No. 10 4.76 to 2.00
Medium No. 10 to No. 40 2.00 to 0.420
Fine No. 40 to No. 200 0.420 to 0.074
SILT AND CLAY Below No. 200 Below 0.074
GRAIN SIZE CHART
EAST COUNTY SOIL CONSULTATION
AND ENGINEERING, INC.
10925 HARTLEY ROAD, SUITE 9"
SANTEE, CALIFORNIA 92071
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PROJECT NO. 02-1147J2
PLATE NO. 5 7/10/02
I U.S.C.S. SOIL CLASSIFICATION I j
0 0 IC 20 30 40 30 00 70 60 10 ICC
liQUID UIiT (U.).
PLASTICITY CHART
IAR
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LABORATORY TEST RESULTS
RESULTS OF EXPANSION INDEX TEST
An expansion test in conformance with UBC 18-2 was performed on a representative sample of on-
site soils to determine volumetric change characteristics with change in moisture content. The
recorded expansion of the sample is presented as follows:
INITIAL SATURATED INITIAL DRY
MOISTURE MOISTURE DENSITY EXPANSION
CONTENT% CONTENT% LB./CU. FT. INDEX LOCATION
13.0 22.1 99.1 40 T-3@2.5'
RESULTS OF PARTICLE SIZE ANALYSIS
U.S. Standard .
Sieve Size .
(ASTM D422)
Percent Passing Percent Passing
T-8@4.5'
1" - 100
1/2" - 98
3/8" 100 95
#4 98 90
#8 88 85
#16 80 76
#30 75 70
#60 61 58
#100 44 46
#200 33 40
USCS SM Sc
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LABORATORY TEST RESULTS
RESULTS OF MAXIMUM DENSITY TESTS
The maximum dry densities and optimum moisture contents of the fill materials as determined by
ASTM D1557-91, Procedure A which uses 25 blows of a 10 pound slide hammer falling from a
height of 18 inches on each of 5 equal layers in a 4 inch diameter 1/30 cubic foot compaction
cylinder and Procedure C which uses 56 blows of a 10 pound slide hammer falling from a height of
18 inches on each of 5 equal layers in a 6 inch diameter 1/13.3 cubic foot compaction cylinder are
presented as follows:
OPTIMUM
MAXIMUM MOISTURE
DRY DENSITY CONTENT
SOIL TYPE/ PROCEDURE LB/CU. FT. % DRY WI. LOCATION
1/A TAN BROWN SILTY FINE 119.0 11.7 T-1@2.5'
GRAINED SAND
2/A TAN SILTY FINE GRAINED SAND 118.0 11.4 T-3@1.0'
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REFERENCES
1: "1997 Edition, Uniform Building Code, Volume 2, Structural
Engineering and Design Provisions".
"Maps of Known Active Fault Near-Source Zones in California and
Adjacent Portions of Nevada", Page 0-38, used with the 1997
Edition of the Uniform Building Code, Published by International
Conference of Building Officials.
"Geologic Maps of the Northwestern Part of San Diego County,
California. Plate No. 2, Geologic Maps of the Encinitas and Rancho
Santa Fe 7.5' Quadrangles", by Siang S. Tan and Michael P.
Kennedy, 1996.
"Geologic Maps of the Northwestern Part of San Diego County,
California. Plate No. 2, Geologic Maps of the Encinitas and Rancho
Santa Fe 7.5' Quadrangles", by Siang S. Tan and Michael P.
Kennedy, 1996.
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EAST COUNTY SOIL CONSULTATION
AND ENGINEERING, INC.
10925 HARTLEY ROAD, SUITE I
SANTEE, CALIFORNIA 92071
(619) 258-7901
APPENDIX A
RECOMMENDED EARTHWORK SPECIFICATIONS
1. General Description
The intent of these specifications is to obtain uniformity and adequate strength in filled ground so
that the proposed structures may be safely supported. The procedures include the clearing and
preparation of the land to be filled, processing the fill soils, the spreading, and compaction of the
filled areas to conform with the lines and grades as shown on the approved plans.
The owner shall retain a Civil Engineer qualified in soil mechanics (herein referred to as engineer)
to inspect and test earthwork in accordance with these specifications. The engineer shall advise the
owner and grading contractor immediately if any unsatisfactory conditions are observed to exist
and shall have the authority to reject the compacted filled ground until such time that corrective
measures are taken, necessary to comply with the specifications. It shall be the sole responsibility
of the grading contractor to achieve the specified degree of compaction.
Preparing Areas to be Filled
All brush, vegetation and any biodegradable refuse shall be removed or otherwise
disposed of so as to leave the areas to be filled free of vegetation and debris. Any uncompacted
filled ground or loose compressible natural ground shall be removed unless the report recommends
otherwise. Any buried tanks or other structures shall be removed and the depression backfihled to
the satisfaction of the engineer.
The natural ground which is determined, to be satisfactory for the support of the filled
ground shall then be plowed or scarified to a depth of at least 12 inches (12").
After the natural ground has been prepared, it shall then be brought to the proper
moisture content and compacted to not less than 90 percent of maximum dry density in accordance
with ASTM D1557-91.
Where fills are made on slopes greater than 20 percent, horizontal benches shall be cut
into the firm natural ground. The initial bench at the toe of the fill shall be at least 15 feet in width
on firm undisturbed natural ground. The width of all succeeding benches shall be at least 6 feet.
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3. Fill Materials
All material shall be approved by the engineer and shall consist of materials free from vegetable matter, and other lumps greater than 6 inches in diameter. If, during grading operations, soils are
found which were not encountered and tested in the preliminary investigation, tests on these soils
shall be performed to determine their physical characteristics. Any special treatment recommended
in the preliminary or subsequent soils reports not covered herein shall become an addendum to
these specifications.
4. Placing and Compacting Fill Materials
When the moisture content of the fill material is below that specified, water shall be
added until the moisture content• is near optimum to assure uniform mixing and effective
compaction. S
When the moisture content of the fill materials is above that specified, the fill material
shall be aerated by blading and scarifying or other satisfactory methods until the moisture content is
near optimum as specified.
After processing, the suitable fill materials shall be placed in layers which, -when
compacted, shall not exceed six inches (6"). Each layer shall be spread evenly and shall be
thoroughly mixed during the spreadinjinsure uniformity of materials and moisture in each layer.
After each layer has been placed, mixed and spread evenly, it shall be thoroughly
compacted to not less than the density set forth in paragraph 2 (c) above. Compaction shall be
accomplished with approval types of compaction equipment. Rolling shall be accomplished while
the fill material is at the specified moisture content. In place density tests shall be performed in
accordance with ASTM D1556-90.
The surfaces of the fill slopes shall be compacted by means of sheepsfoot rollers or other
suitable equipment. Compacting operations shall be continued until the slopes are stable and until
there. is no appreciable amount of loose soil on the slopes.
5. Inspection
Sufficient inspection by our firm or the Soil's Engineer of record and/or his/her representative shall
be maintained during the filling and compacting operations so that he/she can verify that the fill
was constructed in accordance with the accepted specifications.
6. Seasonal Limits
No fill material shall be placed, spread, or rolled if weather conditions increase the moisture
content above permissible limits. When the work is interrupted by rain, fill operations shall not be
resumed until the moisture content and density of fill are as previously specified.
All recommendations presented in the attached report are a part of these specifications.
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