HomeMy WebLinkAboutPD 2021-0021; RESPONSE TO THIRD-PARTY GEOTECHNICAL REVIEW; 2021-07-07EAST COUNTY SOIL CONSULTATION
AND ENGINEERING, INC.
10925 HARTLEY ROAD, SUITE "I"
SANTEE, CALIFORNIA 92071
TEL. 619-258-7901
3460 Roosevelt, LLC July 7, 2021
do Craig Correll Project No. 20-1106E6
4245 Sunnyhill Drive
Carlsbad, California 92008
Subject: Response to Third-Party Geotechnical Review for Proposed Two-Story
Single-Family Residence
3460 Roosevelt Street
Carlsbad, California 92008
References: 1. Third Party Geotechnical Review (First), 3460 Roosevelt Street, Carlsbad,
California, PD 2021-0021 531-AA, by Hetherington Engineering Inc, dated
May 24, 2021
2. "Geotechnical Investigation for Proposed Two-Story, Single-Family Residence,
3460 Roosevelt Street, Carlsbad, California 92008", Project No. 20-1106E6,
Prepared by East County Soil Consultation and Engineering, Inc., Dated
October 10, 2020.
Dear Mr. Correll:
In accordance with your request, we have prepared this letter in response to the subject third-
party geotechnical review by Hetherington Engineering, Inc.
Comment No. I
We have reviewed the grading plan prepared by BHA, Inc. of Carlsbad, California for the
proposed two-story single-family residence and associated improvements at the subject site. The
grading plans were found to be in accordance with the recommendations presented in the
referenced geotechnical report (Reference No. 2).
Comment No. 2
Based on a review of our geotechnical report (Reference No. 2), site grading will consist of the
removal, moisture conditioning and recompaction of the upper 12 inches of subgrade for support
of the proposed floor slab and exterior flatwork. The proposed two-story, single-family
residence will be supported on medium dense to dense terrace deposits. The foundation will
consist of continuous footings, 18 inches deep, 15 inches wide and reinforced with four #4 bars,
two near the top and two near the bottom. The floor slabs will be 5 inches thick and reinforced
with #4 bars at 18 inches on centers in both directions. Floor slabs will be underlain by 2 inches
of clean sand over a 10-mil visqueen moisture barrier over 2 inches of clean sand.
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Family Residence
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Carlsbad, California 92008 Project No. 20-1106E6
A review of the grading plan indicates that a majority of the exterior flat work will consist of
permeable and impervious payers.
Based on the anticipated soil conditions following site grading, the following permeable concrete
paver section is recommended in accordance with the Interlocking Concrete Pavement Institute
(ICPI) specifications.
Minimum 3-1/8 inch permeable concrete payers
1.5 to 2 inch bedding course (Typ. No. 8 Aggregate)
4 inch No. 57 stone open-graded base
6 inch No. 2 stone subbase wrapped in Mirafi 180N geotextile or equivalent
Impervious payers may be placed over 2 inches of leveling sand over properly compacted fill or
medium dense to dense terrace deposits.
Comment No. 3
There are no mapped earthquake faults at the site. The closest major active fault is the offshore
Newport-Inglewood Fault Zone located 2 about miles to the southwest.
Comment No. 4
Please see attached figures showing an updated geotechnical map/plot plan (Figure 2) and
geologic cross sections (Figure 3).
Comment No. 5
Based on the recommended shallow depth of overexcavation and recompaction, it is our opinion
that the proposed site grading and construction will not negatively impact the adjacent properties
and improvements.
Comment No. 6
As presented in the referenced geotechnical report (Reference No. 2), total and differential
settlements of '/2 inch may be assumed.
Comment No. 7
Based on the distance of the site from the ocean and the relatively high elevation of the property,
it is our opinion that the potential of a tsunami affecting the site is very low.
EAST COUNTY SOIL CONSULTATION AND ENGINEERING, INC.
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Family Residence
3460 Roosevelt Street July 7, 2021
Carlsbad, California 92008 Project No. 20-1106E6
Comment No. 8
Corrosivity tests were performed on a representative sample of the onsite soils. The attached test
results (Figure 3) indicate a low degree of corrosivity.
Accordingly, we recommend Type I/Il Portland Cement for foundation construction.
Comment No. 9
Proposed driveway and exterior concrete slabs should be at least 5 inches thick and reinforced
with No. 4 rebars spaced at 18 inches on centers in two directions and placed at mid-height in the
slab. Exterior slabs should be supported on the existing soils scarified to a depth of 6 to 8 inches,
moisture conditioned and compacted to at least 90 percent relative compaction. Driveway and
exterior slabs should be provided with construction joints spaced no more than 10 feet apart to
minimize shrinkage cracking. Slab concrete should have a minimum compressive strength of
3,000 psi and maximum water-cement ratio of 0.5 to minimize shrinkage cracking. No special
testing of concrete is necessary. Some shrinkage cracking is still possible.
In addition to the above, no subdrain is needed for the small retaining walls on the north and
south property lines provided proper surface drainage is provided. Where the concrete walk
meets the edge of the retaining wall on the north property line, a 2 percent minimum swale
should be provided away from the wall.
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,
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Martin R. Owen, PE, GE
Geotechnical Engineer
Attachments: Figures 1, 2 and 3
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Carlsbad, California 92008 Project No. 20-1106E6
FIGURE 1
GEOTECHNICAL MAP/PLOT PLAN
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Carlsbad, California 92008 Project No. 20-1106E6
FIGURE 2
GEOLOGIC CROSS-SECTIONS
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FIGURE 3
CORROSIVITY TEST RESULTS
CLARESON LABORATORY AND SUPPLY INC.
350 Trou*dsle Dr. Chula Vista, Ca. 91910 www.clarksonleb.aw
ANALYTICAL AND CONSULTING CHEMISTS
Date: June 37, 2021
Purchase Order Number: NONE
Sales Order Number: 52134
Account Number: EASCS To:
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10925 Hartley Road Suite I Santee, Ca 92071
Attention: Michael Duncan
Laboratory Number: S08269 Custoners Phone: 250-7901 Fax: 250-7902
Sample Designation;
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On. soil •anpie received on 06/15/21 at 1.;45pe,
from 3460 Roosevelt St, Carlsbad.
Analysis By California Test 643, 1999. Department of Transportation
OLvision of Construction, Method for Estimating the Service Life of Steel Culverts.
PH 6.5
Rater Added (ml) Resistivity (ohm-as)
10 20000
5 15000
5 13000
5 12000
5 13000
5 14000
34 years to perforation for a 16 gauge metal culvert.
44 years to perforation for a 14 gauge metal culvert.
60 years to perforation for a 12 gauge metal culvert. 77 years to perforation for a 10 gauge metal culvert. 94 years to perforation for a 8 gange metal culvert.
Water Soluble Sulfate Calif. Test 417 <0.0031
Water Soluble Chloride Calif. Test 422 0.003%
4 R
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EAST COUNTY SOIL CONSULTATION AND ENGINEERING, INC.
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JUL 15 2021
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