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Geotechnical Investigation Report,
AutoNation BMW of Carlsbad,
1050 & 1060 Auto Center Court,
Carlsbad, California
Prepared For
AUTONATION
December 13, 2019
GMU Project No. 18-101-00
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AUTONATION
200 SW 1st Street, 14th Floor
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
ATTENTION: Mr. Axay Patel
SUBJECT: Geotechnical Investigation Report
AutoNation BMW of Carlsbad
1050 & 1060 Auto Center Court
City of Carlsbad, California
Dear Mr. Patel:
GMU PROJECT: 18-101-00
GMU is pleased to present this geotechnical report for the subject project which summarizes our
data, conclusions, and recommendations .
Please note that this report has not been prepared for the use by other parties or projects other
than those named or described herein. This report may not contain sufficient information for
other parties or other purposes.
We appreciate the opportunity to work on this project. Please do not hesitate to contact the
undersigned if you have any questions regarding any aspect of this report.
Respectfully submitted,
<-~..,.,..na, MS, QSP, PE 84197
Senior Engineer
DISTRIBUTION:
Addressee: Electronic copy
Commercial Development Resources (CDR)
Attn: Mr. Royce Eklund (2 wet signed copies and electronic copy)
SPARC+
Attn: Mr. Cord McLean (Electronic copy)
Dally & Associates
Attn: Mr. Brian Ellestad (Electronic copy)
2521/l Arroyo VtSt'<.1
Ra.ncho Santa Ma19arita I CA 92688
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.. TABLE OF CONTENTS .. .. Description Page
INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................................................... 1
.. PURPOSE ................................................................................................................................. I
SCOPE ...................................................................................................................................... 1
LOCATION .............................................................................................................................. 2
SITE DESCRIPTION ..................................................................................................................... 2
TOPOGRAPHY AND PREVIOUS GRADING ...................................................................... 2
PROJECT DESCRIPTION ............................................................................................................. 3 .. SUBSURFACE EXPLORATION .................................................................................................. 3
GEOLOGIC FINDINGS ................................................................................................................ 4 .. REGIONAL GEOLOGIC SETTING ....................................................................................... 4
11 SUBSURFACE MATERIALS ................................................................................................. 4
Engineered Fill (Qafc) ....................................................................................................... 4 .. Santiago Formation (Tsa) .................................................................................................. 4 .. GROUNDWATER ................................................................................................................... 5
GEOLOGIC HAZARDS ................................................................................................................ 5
FAUL TING AND SEISMICITY ............................................................................................. 5
LIQUEFACTION AND SEISMIC SETTLEMENT ................................................................ 5
Liquefaction ....................................................................................................................... 5
Secondary Seismic Hazards .............................................................................................. 5
LANDSLIDES .......................................................................................................................... 6
TSUNAMI, SEICHE, AND FLOODING ................................................................................ 6
GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING FINDINGS .......................................................................... 6 .. SOIL EXPANSION .................................................................................................................. 6
SOIL CORROSION ................................................................................................................. 6 • PRELIMINARY INFILTRATION TESTING ......................................................................... 7 .. EXCAVATION CHARACTERISTICS ................................................................................... 8 .. Rippability ......................................................................................................................... 8
IN-SITU SOIL MOISTURE CONDITIONS ........................................................................... 8 .. CONCLUSIONS ............................................................................................................................. 8 .. RECOMMENDATIONS ................................................................................................................ 9
GENERAL SITE PREPARATION AND GRADING ............................................................. 9
General .............................................................................................................................. 9
Clearing and Grubbing ...................................................................................................... 9
Corrective Grading ............................................................................................................ 9 .. Temporary Excavations ................................................................................................... 11
STRUCTURE SEISMIC DESIGN ......................................................................................... 11 ..
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TABLE OF CONTENTS (continued)
Description Page
FOUNDATION DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION ............................................................. 12
General ............................................................................................................................ 12
General Foundation Design Parameters .......................................................................... 12
Slab Subsection and Slab Design .................................................................................... 13
Foundation Design Parameters ........................................................................................ 14
Wall Design Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
STRUCTURAL CONCRETE ................................................................................................ 15
FERROUS METAL CORROSION PROTECTION .............................................................. 16
MOISTURE VAPOR TRANSMISSION ............................................................................... 16
Moisture Vapor Retarder ................................................................................................. 16
SURF ACE DRAINAGE ......................................................................................................... 17
UTILITY TRENCH BACKFILL CONSIDERATIONS ........................................................ 17
General ............................................................................................................................ 17
Pipe Bedding ................................................................................................................... 1 7
Trench Backfill ................................................................................................................ 18
ASPHALT CONCRETE PAVEMENT THICKNESS RECOMMENDATIONS ................. 18
Asphalt Pavement Design ............................................................................................... 18
CONCRETE PAVEMENT .THICKNESS RECOMMENDATIONS .................................... 19
PERMEABLE PA VER DESIGN ........................................................................................... 20
Permeable Concrete Interlocking Vehicular Paver Design ............................................. 20
CONCRETE FLATWORK DESIGN ..................................................................................... 20
PLANTERS AND TREES ..................................................................................................... 21
BIORETENTION AREAS ..................................................................................................... 21
PLAN REVIEW/ GEOTECHNICAL TESTING DURING GRADING I .................................. 22
FUTURE REPORT ................................................................................................................. 22
Plan Review ..................................................................................................................... 22
Geotechnical Testing ....................................................................................................... 22
Future Report ................................................................................................................... 22
CLOSURE .................................................................................................................................... 24
REFERENCES ............................................................................................................................. 25
PLATES
Plate 1
Plate 2
Plate 3
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--Location Map
--Geotechnical Map
--Retaining Wall Construction Detail
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APPENDICES
APPENDIX A:
APPENDIXB:
APPENDIXC:
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TABLE OF CONTENTS (continued)
Geotechnical Exploration Procedures and Drill Hole Logs,
by GMU Geotechnical, Inc.
Geotechnical Laboratory Procedures and Test Results
by GMU Geotechnical, Inc.
Infiltration Test Result
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INTRODUCTION
PURPOSE
This report presents the results of our geotechnical foundation investigation of soil and geologic
conditions for the proposed 2-story dealership building development and site improvements, as
shown on the reference (1) conceptual grading plans by CDR West, for the AutoNation BMW
Carlsbad Dealership to be located at 1050/1060 Auto Center Court within Car Country Carlsbad
in the City of Carlsbad .
SCOPE
The scope of our geotechnical foundation investigation along with future plan reviews, as
outlined in our May 8, 2018 proposal, is as follows:
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Reviewed and efficiently utilized data from the reference (2) geotechnical investigation
report by others, and reference (3) as-graded and observation and testing report by others
pertaining to the subject property, current plans and building sections, and anticipated
building loading .
Staked seven (7) hollow stem auger drill holes, coordinated with AutoNation, and
contacted Utility Underground Service Alert (USA/Dig Alert) in order to provide
advance notification of the 7 subsurface drill holes planned within the AutoNation BMW
Carlsbad Dealership project area.
Performed a field subsurface exploration program consisting of advancing one ( 1) hollow
stem auger drill hole to a depth of approximately 50 feet, four ( 4) hollow stem auger
drill hole to a depth of approximately 20 feet, and two hollow stem auger drill holes to a
depth of approximately 5 feet in the planned bio-retention (infiltration) areas outside the
dealership building and in adjacent parking lot areas. Logged the drill holes and obtained
bulk and drive soil samples for geotechnical laboratory testing. Infiltration tests were
performed concurrently with the two shallow drill hole locations, which was coordinated
with the project civil engineer.
Performed laboratory testing on soil samples obtained from the drill holes. Testing
included moisture and density, particle size, Atterberg Limits, expansion, chemical,
compaction, consolidation, direct shear strength, and R-value tests .
Interpreted and evaluated the newly acquired field and laboratory data and integrated
with the previously obtained existing data by others. Performed geotechnical engineering
design which included settlement analysis, liquefaction analysis, bearing capacity and
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associated settlement, pavement design, and seismic parameters in accordance with the
California Building Code (CBC) 2016 standards .
Supported the design processes by providing geotechnical design memos/e-mails with
geotechnical design conclusions and recommendations for the proposed project. This
included the following:
• Foundation design and anticipated settlement of the dealership building.
• Site preparation, building foundation excavation, and precise grading requirements.
• Acceptability of the site soils for use as fill and backfill.
• Infiltration results.
• Site seismicity and seismic design parameters.
• Lateral earth pressures and temporary excavation.
• Liquefaction potential of the site soils .
• Retaining wall/site wall design parameters.
• Installation of underground utilities.
• Flatwork design.
• Asphalt pavement and concrete pavement designs.
Prepared and distributed this formal geotechnical foundation report for the BMW of
Carlsbad Dealership containing our final geotechnical conclusions and recommendations
to support the main project submittal and permitting process.
LOCATION
The site is located at 1050 and 1060 Auto Center Court in the City of Carlsbad, California. The
site is bound by Auto Center Court on the south, Car County Drive on the east, Canyon Road on
the north, and asphalt pavement and parking structure on the west. The general location of the
project site is shown on Plate 1 .
SITE DESCRIPTION
TOPOGRAPHY AND PREVIOUS GRADING
The subject site is relatively flat, with local gentle northerly gradients from the comer of Auto
Center Court and Car Country Drive towards Canyon Road. Currently, the site is occupied by a
one-story, U-shaped building, asphalt concrete pavement, site walls, and planter areas .
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Previous geotechnical investigation for this site was completed in 1987 by Woodward-Clyde
Consultants, which is listed as reference (2). Following the geotechnical investigation in 1987,
the site was mass graded by Kleinfelder in 1988 in accordance with reference (3).
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The subject project site is currently serving as an automotive dealer and repair complex
surrounded by an asphalt concrete pavement parking lot and drives. We understand that the
project will consist of the construction of a new BMW dealership with a 2-story building and
rooftop parking. The second level of the building will be utilized for service. The structure will
consist of a concrete columns and post-tensioned deck, and the front of the showroom will
consist of steel-framed structure. It is also our understanding that the structure will be situated
at-grade. In addition, we understand that the foundations for the proposed structure will be
designed to account for one-level of future expansion.
Based on our correspondence with the project structural engineer, the following building loads
were provided for use in our analyses:
Building Structural Loads
Two-Story Building -Current Design Dead: 375 Dead: 230
Live: 152 Live: 92
Future Addition Dead: 145 Dead: 90
Live: 68 Live: 40
Total Loads Dead: 520 Dead: 320
Live: 220 Live: 132
SUBSURFACE EXPLORATION
GMU conducted a subsurface exploration program to evaluate the soil conditions below the
proposed building and parking areas. A total of seven (7) hollow-stem-auger, truck-mounted drill
holes were excavated to a maximum depth of 21.5 feet below the existing grade. The drill hole
locations are shown on Plate 2 -Geotechnical Map. Drill hole logs are contained in Appendix A.
The drill holes were logged by our Staff Geologist, and samples were collected in each of the
drill holes for laboratory testing. Percolation testing was also performed in two (2) of the drill
hole locations (DH-6 and DH-7) .
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LABO RA TORY TESTING
Laboratory testing for the subject investigation was performed to characterize moisture and
density, particle size distribution, Atterberg Limits, expansion index, maximum density,
corrosion, direct shear, consolidation, and R-value. The results of our laboratory testing are
summarized on Table B-1 and included within Appendix B -Laboratory Testing.
GEOLOGIC FINDINGS
REGIONAL GEOLOGIC SETTING
The subject site is located within the coastal plain section of the Peninsular Ranges geomorphic
province of California. This regional area of northern San Diego County generally consists of
low eroded hills bisected by valleys filled with Quaternary alluvium. The site is underlain by the
Tertiary-age Santiago Formation. Due to previous grading and development activity, this
bedrock unit is locally overlain by a thin unit of artificial fill.
SUBSURFACE MATERIALS
Engineered Fill (Qafc)
Engineered fill soils were encountered in all excavations at the site and consist of brown to dark
brown, damp silty sands. The fills were placed as part of the previous grading operations and are
estimated to be up to 8 feet in depth, with an average of 5 feet in depth. The fill soils largely
possess low plasticity/expansion characteristics. Engineered fill soils were placed in 1988 under
the observation of Kleinfelder (reference (3)) .
Santiago Formation (Tsa)
Bedrock of the Santiago Formation underlies the site and was encountered under the fill in
borings DH-1, DH-2, DH-3, DH-4, and DH-5. Where encountered, the bedrock consisted of
brown to gray, damp to moist silty sandstone with interbeds of claystone, siltstone, and fine
sandstone. Geologic structure was not observed in the samples collected; however, based on
previous geotechnical reports and regional publications, structure within the bedrock is expected
to be generally horizontal.
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GROUNDWATER
Groundwater was not observed during our exploration to a maximum depth of 51.5 feet below
the existing grade. Groundwater conditions may vary across the site due to stratigraphic and
hydrologic conditions and may change over time as a consequence of seasonal and
meteorological fluctuations, or activities by humans at this site and nearby sites. However, based
on the above findings, groundwater is unlikely to impact the proposed development.
GEOLOGIC HAZARDS
FAUL TING AND SEISMICITY
The site is not located within an Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zone, and no known active
faults are shown on the reviewed geologic maps crossing the site, however, the site is located in
the seismically active region of Southern California. The nearest known active faults are the San
Rose Canyon and Newport Inglewood fault systems, which are located approximately 4.5 miles
from the site and capable of generating a maximum earthquake magnitude (Mw) of 6.9 and 7.5,
respectively .
Given the proximity of the site to these and numerous other active and potentially active faults,
the site will likely be subject to earthquake ground motions in the future. A site PGAM of 0.48g
was calculated for the site in conformance with the 2016 CBC. This PGAM is primarily
dominated by earthquakes with a mean magnitude of 6.6 at a mean distance of 8.6 miles from the
site using the USGS 2014 Interactive Deaggregation website.
LIQUEFACTION AND SEISMIC SETTLEMENT
Liquefaction
Based on our review of Figure 3.5-3 of the Draft Program Environmental Impact Report for the
Carlsbad General Plan Update, Chapter 3.5, the site is not located within a zone of potential
liquefaction. In addition, based on the lack of shallow groundwater, relatively uniform soil
stratum across the site, and our liquefaction analysis, it is our professional opinion that the
liquefaction potential at the site is very low .
Secondary Seismic Hazards
Seismically induced dry sand settlement is the ground settlement due to densification of loose,
dry, cohesionless soils during strong earthquake shaking. Based on our secondary seismic hazard
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analysis, it is our professional opm10n that the potential for seismically induced dry-sand
settlement is low .
LANDSLIDES
Based on our review of available geologic maps, literature, topographic maps, aerial
photographs, and our subsurface evaluation, no landslides or related features underlie or are
adjacent to the subject site. Due to the relatively level nature of the site and surrounding areas,
the potential for landslides to occur at the project site is considered negligible .
TSUNAMI, SEICHE, AND FLOODING
The site is located approximately 0.75 miles from the Pacific Ocean, however, it is not located
within a tsunami inundation hazard zone in accordance with the County of San Diego Tsunami
Inundation Map for Emergency Planning.
The potential for the site to be adversely impacted by earthquake-induced seiches is considered
to be negligible due to the lack of any significant enclosed bodies of water located in the vicinity
of the site.
The site is within an area of minimum flooding (Zone X) as defined by the Federal Emergency
Management Agency (FEMA, 2012).
GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING FINDINGS
SOIL EXPANSION
Based on our evaluation and experience with similar material types, the sandy soils encountered
near the ground surface at the site exhibit a very low expansion potential.
SOIL CORROSION
Based on laboratory test results for pH, soluble chlorides, sulfate, and minimum resistivity of the
site soils obtained during our subsurface investigation, the on-site soils should be considered to
have the following:
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• A negligible sulfate exposure to concrete per ACI 318-14, Table 19.3.1.1
• A high minimum resistivity indicating conditions that are moderately corrosive to ferrous
metals.
• A chloride content ofup to 384 ppm (corrosive to ferrous metals).
The laboratory testing program performed for this project does not address the potential for
corrosion to copper piping. In this regard, a corrosion engineer should be consulted to perform
more detailed testing and develop appropriate mitigation measures (if necessary). The above
discussion is provided for general guidance in regards to the corrosiveness of the on-site soils to
typical metal structures used for construction. Detailed corrosion testing and recommendations
for protecting buried ferrous metal and/or copper elements are beyond our purview. If detailed
recommendations are required, a corrosion engineer should be consulted to develop appropriate
mitigation measures .
PRELIMINARY INFILTRATION TESTING
Two (2) preliminary infiltration tests were performed in general conformance with the County of
San Diego Low Impact Development (LID) Handbook. The infiltration drill holes were
excavated to depths ranging from 4 to 5 feet below the existing grade using a hollow-stem-auger,
truck-mounted drill rig. The calculated unfactored infiltration rates are presented in the table
below. The infiltration rates do not incorporate a factor of safety.
Calculated Infiltration Rates
Based on our preliminary infiltration test result as discussed previously in this report and as
presented in Appendix C, the two test locations showed inadequate infiltration rates within the
upper 5 feet of the site soils. Also, due to the presence of engineered fill and dense to very dense
formation, infiltration at the site is deemed not feasible .
The preliminary percolation test hole locations are shown on the attached Geotechnical Map,
Plate 2. The results of the infiltration testing are summarized in Appendix C of this report and
site infiltration recommendations are presented later in this report .
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EXCAVATION CHARACTERISTICS
Rippability
The majority of the soil materials underlying the site can be excavated with scrapers and other
conventional grading equipment. The bedrock is moderately hard and partially cemented, which
yields difficult trenching conditions and may require heavy duty equipment.
IN-SITU SOIL MOISTURE CONDITIONS
Both the fill and formation soils are in damp to moist condition. In general, soils within the
upper 10 feet have an average degree of saturation of less than 60%. It should be noted, however,
that the moisture content within the upper several feet may vary depending on rainfall and the
time of year in which grading occurs .
CONCLUSIONS
Based on our geotechnical findings, the following is a summary of our conclusions:
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The project area is not underlain by any known active faults.
Groundwater is not expected to be encountered and is not anticipated to have a significant
impact on the proposed development.
3. The site is not subject to liquefaction nor seismically induced dry sand settlement.
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Site soils within the at-grade foundation influence zone are anticipated to have a very low
expansion potential based on our recent laboratory test results and local experience.
Recommendations for the proposed developments are based on a "very low to low"
expansive condition.
Corrosion testing indicates that the on-site soils have a negligible sulfate exposure and
are moderately corrosive to buried ferrous metals and reinforcing steel. Consequently,
any metal exposed to the soil shall be protected.
Based on our percolation testing and calculated infiltration rates, the site soils in the
upper 5 feet are deemed not feasible for infiltration of water .
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RECOMMENDATIONS
GENERAL SITE PREPARATION AND GRADING
General
The following recommendations pertain to any required grading associated with the proposed
improvements and corrective grading needed to support the proposed improvements. All site
preparation and grading should be performed in accordance with the City of Carlsbad grading
code requirements and the recommendations presented in this report .
Clearing and Grubbing
All significant organic material such as weeds, brush, tree branches, or roots, or construction
debris such as old irrigation lines, asphalt concrete, and other decomposable material should be
removed from the area to be graded. No rock or broken concrete greater than 6 inches in
diameter should be utilized in the fills.
Corrective Grading
Corrective grading will serve to create a firm and workable platform for construction of the
proposed developments such as new 2-story dealership and associated pavement and site
flatwork. The fill material encountered during our subsurface investigation is competent for
support of new foundations provided that remedial grading is performed in order to densify any
disturbed soil that may be encountered during the grading operation. Based on our review of
existing as-graded reports for the subject site, we understand that portion of the proposed car
dealership building will be situated in engineered fill while the remaining portion will be situated
in cut exposing Santiago Formation. For structures that will be found in both cut and fill areas,
the cut portion of the building foundation shall be supported on at least 3 feet of compacted fill .
The approximate limits of the cut/fill transition are provided on the attached Plate 2 -
Geotechnical Map, however, the actual limits of the transition should be field verified during
grading by the geotechnical engineer of record.
It should be noted that the recommendations provided herein are based on our subsurface
exploration and knowledge of the on-site geology. Actual removals may vary in configuration
and volume based on observations of geologic materials and conditions encountered during
grading. The bottom of all remedial grading removals should be observed by a GMU
representative to verify the suitability of in-place soil prior to performing scarification and
recompaction. Corrective grading recommendations are outlined below .
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Foundations Within Fill Portion/Slab on Grade: Grading recommendations for support of
new foundations within existing engineered fill and slab on grade should consist of the
following:
o The bottom of the foundation/slab section should be scarified to a depth of at least
8 inches, moisture conditioned to 2% above optimum moisture content, and
recompacted to at least 90% relative compaction.
Foundations Within Cut Portion: Grading recommendations for support of new
foundations within the cut portion should consist of the following:
o The foundation should be excavated to a depth of at least 3 feet below the bottom
of the footing.
o The bottom of the foundation should then be scarified to a depth of at least
6 inches, moisture conditioned to 2% above optimum moisture content, and
recompacted to at least 90% relative compaction.
o Following the approval of the over-excavation bottom by a representative of
GMU, the onsite material may be used as fill material to achieve the planned
subgrade elevation.
o The fill material should then be placed in 6-to-8-inch-thick lifts, moisture
conditioned to at least 2% above optimum moisture content, and compacted to
achieve 90% relative compaction.
Flatwork/Pavement Areas: Grading recommendations for the support of the asphalt and
concrete pavement and flatwork should consist of the following:
o The pavement/flatwork section should be excavated to the bottom of the
pavement structural/flatwork section (i.e., bottom of the aggregate base) .
o The bottom of the excavation should then be scarified to a depth of at least
8 inches, moisture conditioned to least 2% above optimum moisture content, and
recompacted to at least 90% relative compaction .
o Following the approval of the over-excavation bottom by a representative of
GMU, the onsite material may be used as fill material to achieve the planned
subgrade elevation.
o The fill material should then be placed in 6-to-8-inch-thick lifts, moisture
conditioned to at least 2% above optimum moisture content, and compacted to
achieve 90% relative compaction .
If the existing loose fill materials are found to be disturbed to depths greater than the
proposed remedial grading, then the depth of over-excavation and re-compaction should
be increased accordingly in local areas as recommended by a representative of GMU .
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Temporary Excavations
Temporary excavations for demolitions, earthwork, footings, and utility trenches are expected.
We anticipate that unsurcharged excavations with vertical side slopes less than 4 feet high will
generally be stable, however, some sloughing of cohesionless sandy materials encountered near
the existing grade at the site should be expected. Our recommendations for temporary
excavations are as follows:
• Temporary, unsurcharged excavation sides over 4 feet in height should be sloped no
steeper than an inclination of lH: 1 V (horizontal:vertical).
• Where sloped excavations are created, the tops of the slopes should be barricaded so that
vehicles and storage loads do no encroach within 10 feet of the tops of the excavated
slopes. A greater setback may be necessary when considering heavy vehicles, such as
concrete trucks and cranes. GMU should be advised of such heavy vehicle loadings so
that specific setback requirements can be established .
• If the temporary construction slopes are to be maintained during the rainy season, berms
are recommended to be graded along the tops of the slopes in order to prevent runoff
water from entering the excavation and eroding the slope faces .
Our temporary excavation recommendations are provided only as minimum guidelines. All
work associated with temporary excavations should meet the minimal requirements as set forth
by CAL-OSHA. Temporary slope construction, maintenance, and safety are the responsibility of
the contractor.
STRUCTURE SEISMIC DESIGN
No active or potentially active faults are known to cross the site, therefore, the potential for
primary ground rupture due to faulting on-site is very low. However, the site will likely be
subject to seismic shaking at some time in the future.
Based on our field exploration and the site soil profile, the site should be designated as Site
Class D based on the measured Standard Penetration Resistance within drill hole DH-3. The
seismic design coefficients based on ASCE 7-10 and 2016 CBC are listed in Table 2 below .
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Table 2: 2016 CBC Site Categorization and Site Coefficients
Site Class based on Soil Profile ASCE 7, Table 20.3-1 D
Short Period S ectral Acceleration Ss 1.145
I-sec. Period S ectral Acceleration S, 0.440
1.042
1.560
1.193
0.687
0.795
0.458
0.456
Site Coefficient FPoA 1.044
0.476
6.6
MCE: Maximum Considered Earthquake
•• Values Obtained from USGS Earthquake Hazards Program website are based on the
ASCE7-10 and 2016 CBC and site coordinates ofN33. l 346° and Wl 17.3242°.
It should be recognized that much of southern California is subject to some level of damaging
ground shaking as a result of movement along the major active (and potentially active) fault
zones that characterize this region. Design utilizing the 2016 CBC is not meant to completely
protect against damage or loss of function. Therefore, the preceding parameters should be
considered as minimum design criteria .
FOUNDATION DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION
General
The criteria contained in the following section may be used for the design and construction of the
proposed car dealership. Foundation design parameters are presented below .
General Foundation Design Parameters
o Bearing Material: Engineered Fill
o Removal and Re-compaction Depth: 3 feet below bottom of footing for
foundations found within the cut portion of the site .
o Minimum Footing Size:
• Width: 24 inches
• Depth: 24 inches embedment below lowest adjacent soil grade (depth)
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o Allowable Bearing Capacity: 3,500 psf for the minimum footing size given
above .
■ May be increased by 250 psf for every footing width and 650 psf for every
footing depth to a maximum allowable bearing pressure of 4,500 psf.
• Above value may be increased by 1/3 for temporary loads such as wind or
se1sm1c
o Settlement:
■ Static Settlement:
• Total: 1.0 inch
o Settlement is expected to occur during construction or
shortly thereafter.
o 0. 7 inches will occur for the current development loading
o 0.3 inches will occur for the future addition loading
• Differential: 0.50 inches over a span of 40 feet
o Lateral Foundation Resistance:
■ Allowable passive resistance: 300 psf/ft ( disregard upper 6 inches,
max 3,000 psf)
■ Allowable friction coefficient: 0.30
• Above values may be combined without reduction and may be increased
by 1/3 for temporary loads such as wind or seismic
Slab Subsection and Slab Design
Minimum Thickness: The minimum slab thickness shall be 6 inches .
Minimum Slab Reinforcement: Minimum slab reinforcement shall not be less than
No. 4 bars placed at 18 inches on center. Welded wire mesh is not recommended. Care
should be taken to position the reinforcement bars in the center of the slab .
Slab Subgrade:
• The upper 12 inches of the on-site soils and subgrade soil should be moisture
conditioned to 2% above the optimum moisture content and compacted to a
minimum relative compaction of 90% in accordance with the latest version of
ASTM D1557.
• A 4-inch-thick section of compacted ¾-inch crushed rock shall be provided
directly below the slab.
• Place moisture vapor retarder per the Moisture Vapor Transmission section of
this report.
• Sand above the moisture retarder/barrier (i.e., directly below the slab) is
not a geotechnical issue. This should be provided by the structural engineer
of record based on the type of slab, potential for curling, etc .
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RETAINING WALL DESIGN CONSTRUCTION CRITERIA
The following criterion is considered applicable to the design and construction of retaining walls
at the subject site. The design assumes a maximum 6-foot-high retaining wall (i.e., from top of
footing to top of retaining portion of wall) with level backfill conditions. In addition, the design
assumes the use of on-site select backfill in accordance with Plate 3 -Retaining Wall
Construction Detail.
Foundation Design Parameters
Minimum Foundation Width:
Minimum Foundation Depth:
18 inches
Depth below lowest adjacent grade to bottom of footing:
o 18 inches
Bearing Materials: Engineered fill
o 3 feet of engineered fill below bottom of footing for
foundations within the cut portion of the site .
Allowable Bearing Capacity: 2,500 psf for footing on level ground
o 1/3 increase for wind or seismic conditions
Allowable Coefficient of Friction: 0.30
Unit Weight of Backfill: 125 pcf
Allowable Passive Earth Pressure: 300 psf/ft of depth (static)
Wall Design Parameters
Active Earth Pressure:
Weight of Backfill:
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o 1/3 increase for seismic conditions
35 pcf -level backfill
( Assumes the use of select soils in backfill zone)
125 pcf
As a minimum, maximum spacing of 15 feet and at angle
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Waterproofing:
Concrete:
Wall Backfill and Drainage:
The back side of all retaining walls should be waterproofed
down to the top of the foundation prior to placing subdrains
or backfill. The design and selection of the waterproofing
system is outside the scope of our report and is outside our
purview .
0.50 w/c ratio Type II/V cement (geotechnical perspective
only) .
See Retaining Wall Construction Detail Diagram and Notes
(Plate 3) for backfill and drainage requirements .
The unrestrained (active) values are applicable when the walls are designed and constructed as
cantilevered walls allowing sufficient wall movement to mobilize active pressure conditions.
This wall movement should not be less than 0.01 H (H = height of wall) for the unrestrained
values to be applicable .
Provided that the retaining walls have a maximum height of less than 6 feet, the current
2016 CBC indicates that the incorporation of seismic earth pressures is not required .
STRUCTURAL CONCRETE
Laboratory tests indicate that the onsite soils are classified as having a "negligible" sulfate
exposure and "SO" sulfate exposure category per ACI 318-14, Table 19.3.1.1. However, due to
the low to moderate soil resistivity and chloride contents obtained from our test result, the on-site
soil is severely corrosive to ferrous metals such as reinforcing steel. On this basis, we
recommend that a Type II/V cement with a maximum water to cement ratio of 0.50 be used for
structural elements (i.e., foundations, walls, etc.). Utilization of CBC moderate sulfate level
requirements will also serve to reduce the permeability of the concrete and help minimize the
potential of water and/or vapor transmission through the concrete. Wet curing of the concrete
per ACI Publication 308 is also recommended .
Wet curing of the concrete per ACI Publication 308 is also recommended .
The aforementioned recommendations in regards to concrete are made from a soils perspective
only. Final concrete mix design is beyond our purview. All applicable codes, ordinances,
regulations, and guidelines should be followed in regard to the designing a durable concrete with
respect to the potential for sulfate exposure from the on-site soils and/or changes in the
environment.
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FERROUS METAL CORROSION PROTECTION
The results of the laboratory chemical tests performed on a sample of soil collected within the
site indicate that the on-site soils are corrosive to ferrous metals. Consequently, metal structures
which will be in direct contact with the soil (i.e., underground metal conduits, pipelines, metal
sign posts, etc.) and/or in close proximity to the soil (wrought iron fencing, etc.) may be subject
to corrosion. The use of special coatings or cathodic protection around buried metal structures
has been shown to be beneficial in reducing corrosion potential. Additional provisions will be
required to address high chloride contents of the soil per the 2016 CBC to protect the concrete
reinforcement. The laboratory testing program performed for this project does not address the
potential for corrosion to copper piping. In this regard, a corrosion engineer should be consulted
to perform more detailed testing and develop appropriate mitigation measures (if necessary).
The above discussion is provided for general guidance in regards to the corrosiveness of the
on-site soils to typical metal structures used for construction. Detailed corrosion testing and
recommendations for protecting buried ferrous metal and/or copper elements are beyond our
purview. If detailed testing is required, a corrosion engineer should be consulted to perform the
testing and develop appropriate mitigation measures .
MOISTURE VAPOR TRANSMISSION
Moisture Vapor Retarder
A vapor retarder or barrier equivalent to Stego 15 Mil Class A should be utilized overtop of the
required gravel/stone course. The retarder/barrier should be installed as follows:
o Below moisture-sensitive flooring areas.
o Installed per manufacture's specifications as well as with all applicable recognized
installation procedures such as ASTM E 1643-98 .
o Joints between the sheets and the openings for utility piping should be lapped and
taped. If the barrier is not continuously placed across footings/ribs, the barrier should,
as a minimum, be lapped into the sides of the footing/rib trenches down to the bottom
of the trench.
o Punctures in the vapor barrier should be repaired prior to concrete placement.
The need for sand and/or the amount of sand above the moisture vapor retarder should be
specified by the structural engineer. The selection of sand above the retarder is not a
geotechnical engineering issue and is hence outside our purview.
It should be noted that the moisture retarder is intended only to reduce moisture vapor
transmissions from the soil beneath the concrete and is consistent with the current standard of the
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industry in building construction in southern California. It is not intended to provide a
"waterproof' or "vapor proof' barrier or reduce vapor transmission from sources above the
retarder (i.e., concrete). The evaluation of water vapor from any source and its effect on any
aspect of the proposed building space above the slab (i.e., floor covering applicability, mold
growth, etc.) is outside our purview and the scope of this report .
SURFACE DRAINAGE
Surface drainage should be carefully controlled during and after grading to prevent ponding and
uncontrolled runoff adjacent to the structures. Particular care will be required during grading to
maintain slopes, swales, and other erosion control measures needed to direct runoff toward
permanent surface drainage facilities. Positive drainage of at least 2% away from the perimeters
of the structures and site pavements should be incorporated into the design. In addition, it is
recommended that nuisance water be directed away from the perimeter of the structures by the
use of area drains in adjacent landscape and flatwork areas and roof drains tied into the site storm
drain system.
UTILITY TRENCH BACKFILL CONSIDERATIONS
General
New utility line pipelines should be backfilled with both select bedding materials beneath and
around the pipes and compacted soil above the pipe bedding. Recommendations for the types of
the materials to be used and the proper placement of these materials are provided in the
following sections.
Pipe Bedding
The pipe bedding materials should extend from at least 6 inches below the pipes to at least
12 inches above the crown of the pipes. Pipe bedding should consist of either clean sand with a
sand equivalent (SE) of at least 30 or crushed rock. If crushed rock is used, it should consist of
¾-inch crushed rock that conforms to Table 200-1.2 of the 2018 "Greenbook." Pipe bedding
should also meet the minimum requirements of the City of Carlsbad. If the requirements of the
County are more stringent, they should take precedence over the geotechnical recommendations.
Sufficient laboratory testing should be performed to verify the bedding meets the minimum
requirements of the Green book.
Based on our subsurface exploration and knowledge of the onsite materials, the soils that will be
excavated from the pipeline trenches will not meet the recommendations for pipe bedding
materials; therefore, imported materials will be required for pipe bedding .
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Granular pipe bedding material having a sand equivalent of 30 or greater should be properly
placed in thicknesses not exceeding 3 feet, and then sufficiently flooded or jetted in place. With
proper techniques, flooding or jetting is not expected to have an adverse impact on existing site
soils .
Crushed rock, if used, should be capped with filter fabric (Mirafi 140N, or equivalent) to prevent
the migration of fines into the rock.
Trench Backfill
All existing soil material within the limits of the pipeline alignment are considered suitable for
use as trench backfill above the pipe bedding zone if care is taken to remove all significant
organic and other decomposable debris, moisture condition the soil materials as necessary, and
separate and selectively place and/or stockpile any inert materials larger than 6 inches in
maximum diameter.
Imported soils are not anticipated for backfill since the on-site soils are suitable. However, if
imported soils are used, the soils should consist of clean, granular materials with physical and
chemical characteristics similar to those described herein for on-site soils. Any imported soils to
be used as backfill should be evaluated and approved by GMU prior to placement.
Soils to be used as trench backfill should be moistened, dried, or blended as necessary to achieve
a minimum of 2% over optimum moisture content for compaction, placed in loose lifts no greater
than 8 inches thick, and mechanically compacted/densified to at least 90% relative compaction as
determined by ASTM Test Method D 1557 .
No rock or broken concrete greater than 6 inches in maximum diameter should be utilized in the
trench backfills .
ASPHALT CONCRETE PAVEMENT THICKNESS RECOMMENDATIONS
Asphalt Pavement Design
Based on the R-value test results, as well as testing completed in the vicinity, an R-value of 50
was used for the design. The table below provides recommended minimum thicknesses for
asphalt concrete (AC) and aggregate base sections for two traffic indices .
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Recommended Minimum AC and Base Section Thicknesses
* assumed R-Value = 78
Asphalt concrete pavement construction should be m accordance with the following
recommendations:
• The planned pavement structural sections should consist of aggregate base materials
(AB) and asphalt concrete materials (AC) of a type meeting the minimum Caltrans and
City of Carlsbad requirements .
• The subgrade soils should be prepared in accordance with the Corrective Grading section
of this report.
• The AB and AC should be compacted to at least 95% relative compaction.
CONCRETE PAVEMENT THICKNESS RECOMMENDATIONS
It is anticipated that Portland Cement Concrete (PCC) pavement will be constructed as part of
the drive way approaches. The table below provides minimum PCC pavement section
constructed over properly prepared subgrade and AB section .
Recommended Minimum PCC and Base Section Thicknesses
Driveways 50 6.0 6.0 4.0
* assumed R-Value = 78
Concrete pavement construction should be in accordance with the following recommendations:
• The pavement structural sections should consist of aggregate base materials (AB) and
Portland Cement Concrete (PCC) .
• The subgrade soils should be prepared in accordance with the Corrective Grading section
of this report.
• The AB should be compacted to at least 95% relative compaction .
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PERMEABLE PA VER DESIGN
Permeable Concrete Interlocking Vehicular Paver Design
We understand that permeable concrete interlocking vehicular pavers will be constructed as part
of this project and will be utilize as additional measure to infiltrate stormwater into the site soils,
while any overflow will be directed towards planter areas where they will be treated. Based on
our understanding, we have developed the following general recommendations:
• The soil subgrade below the permeable paver sections should only be cut to grade and
should not be processed or compacted so that it remains permeable. A geotextile filter
fabric, such as Mirafi 160N or equivalent, should be installed on the cut grade under the
paver section.
• In areas where the pavers are adjacent to hardscape, slopes, buildings, or curbs, it is
recommended that an impermeable liner be placed on the exposed soil just below and at
the edge of the vertical sides of the base course along the vertical edges of the hardscape,
slopes, building or patio slabs, and curbs .
• Construct the 80 mm permeable paver over 2-inches of bedding sand, also used for the
joint and void filler between the pavers (ASTM No. 8 aggregate), over at least 6 inches of
¾-inch washed base course (ASTM No. 57 aggregate) as an open-graded base.
o Pavers should be least 80 MM in thickness and have an aspect ratio of less than or
equal to 3: I ( the length of the paver should be less 3 times or less the thickness of
the paver) should then be placed over the compacted bedding sand. The pavers
should be installed per the manufacture specifications .
• The layers of No. 57 and No. 8 aggregate should be placed, moisture conditioned to at
least optimum moisture, and lightly compacted using a static roller. Over-compaction of
the materials will decrease their infiltration rates and storage capacities .
CONCRETE FLATWORK DESIGN
Due to the moderately expansive nature of the on-site soils, we recommend that the subgrade for
the subject concrete flatwork be moisture conditioned to 2% over optimum to a depth of
12 inches below finish grade and compacted to 90% relative compaction. A 6-inch-thick section
of Class 2 aggregate base (AB) or crushed miscellaneous base (CMB) should then be placed on
the compacted subgrade soils, brought to optimum moisture condition, and compacted to
95% relative compaction prior to placement of flatwork reinforcing steel and concrete. For
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flatwork concrete underlain by aggregate base, Type IIN cement with a maximum water/cement
ratio of 0.50 may be used .
Please refer to the Concrete Flatwork Table below for a summary of our flatwork
recommendations:
Subgrade Aggregate Minimum Expansion
Description Preparation Base Concrete Reinforcement<3> Joint Concrete<5>
(I) (Class 2 or Thickness Spacing <4>
CMB)<2> (Maximum)
Concrete Paving 2% over 6-inch-5-inches No. 3 bars@ 10-foot X 10-TypeIIN
(flatwork/stair/curb optimum to thick 18"o.c.b.w. and foot using 9-
adjacent) 12-inches at section at dowel into inch speed
90% relative 95% building and curb dowels with
compaction relative using 9-inch No. 3 bars@
compaction Speed Dowels @ 18" o.c.
18"o.c
(1) The moisture content and compaction of the subgrade must be verified by the geotechnical consultant prior
to base placement.
(2) For pedestrian usages only, S.E. 30 sand may be used instead of Aggregate Base or CMB.
(3) Reinforcement to be placed in the middle of the recommended concrete section.
(4) Control Joints: Suggested spacing of Pedestrian areas at 10 '.
(5) Final concrete mix design to be supplied by others.
PLANTERS AND TREES
Where new trees or large shrubs are to be located in close proximity of new concrete flatwork,
rigid moisture/root barriers should be placed around the perimeter of the flatwork to at least
2 feet in depth in order to offer protection to the adjacent flatwork against potential root and
moisture damage. Existing mature trees near flatwork areas should also incorporate a rigid
moisture/root barrier placed at least 2 feet in depth below the top of the flatwork.
BIORETENTION AREAS
Ifbioretention area are incorporated into the design, we recommend that an impermeable liner be
installed at the bottom and in the sides of all bioretention areas at the subject site to prevent
lateral water migration into the adjacent structures and pavements .
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PLAN REVIEW/ GEOTECHNICAL TESTING DURING GRADING/
FUTURE REPORT
Plan Review
GMU should review the final construction plans (grading and foundation plans) to confirm that
they are consistent with our recommendations provided in this report .
Geotechnical Testing
Geotechnical observation and testing should be performed by GMU during the following stages
of precise grading and construction:
• During site clearing and grubbing.
• During removal of any buried irrigation lines or other subsurface structures .
• During all phases of grading including over-excavation, temporary excavations,
removals, scarification, ground preparation, moisture conditioning, proof-rolling, and
placement and compaction of all fill materials.
• During grading for the proposed car dealership building .
• During pavement and flatwork section placement and compaction.
• Foundation slab construction .
• When any unusual conditions are encountered.
Future Report
If required, a report summarizing our construction observation/testing services will be prepared
at project completion .
LIMITATIONS
All parties reviewing or utilizing this report should recognize that the findings, conclusions, and
recommendations presented represent the results of our professional geological and geotechnical
engineering efforts and judgments. Due to the inexact nature of the state of the art of these
professions and the possible occurrence of undetected variables in subsurface conditions, we
cannot guarantee that the conditions actually encountered during grading and site construction
will be identical to those observed, sampled, and interpreted during our study, or that there are no
unknown subsurface conditions which could have an adverse effect on the use of the
property. We have exercised a degree of care comparable to the standard of practice presently
maintained by other professionals in the fields of geotechnical engineering and engineering
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geology, and believe that our findings present a reasonably representative description of
geotechnical conditions and their probable influence on the grading and use of the property .
Our conclusions and recommendations are based on the assumption that our firm will act as the
geotechnical engineer of record during construction and grading of the project to observe the
actual conditions exposed, to verify our design concepts and the grading contractor's general
compliance with the project geotechnical specifications, and to provide our revised conclusions
and recommendations should subsurface conditions differ significantly from those used as the
basis for our conclusions and recommendations presented in this report. Since our conclusions
and recommendations are based on a limited amount of current and previous geotechnical
exploration and analysis, all parties should recognize the need for possible revisions to our
conclusions and recommendations during grading of the project.
It should be further noted that the recommendations presented herein are intended solely to
minimize the effects of post-construction soil movements. Consequently, minor cracking and/or
distortion of all on-site improvements should be anticipated.
This report has not been prepared for the use by other parties or projects other than those named
or described herein. This report may not contain sufficient information for other parties or other
purposes .
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CLOSURE
If you have any questions concerning our findings or recommendations, please do not hesitate to
contact us and we will be happy to discuss them with you. The Plates and Appendices which
complete this report are listed in the Table of Contents .
dra/18-101-00R (12-13-19)
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Respectfully submitted,
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Senior Engineer
Lisa Bates, PG, CEG 2293
Associate Engineering Geologist
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SITE-SPECIFIC REFERENCES
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BMW of Carlsbad Conceptual Grading Plan, SDP/CDP Submittal, prepared by Commercial
Development Resources, dated November 4, 2019 .
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Kleinfelder, "Report of Testing and Observation During Grading, Car County Carlsbad
Expansion, Carlsbad, California," Kleinfelder Project No. 51-1380-01, dated August 4, 1988 .
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2016 California Building Code.
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Geology, Soils and Seismicity .
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http://earthquake.usgs.gov/hazards/designmaps/usdesign.php.
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TOP OF WALL ELEVATION
PER GRADING PLAN
WATERPROOFING
(see Note 6)
SELECT GRANULAR
BACKFILL MATERIAL
(see Note 2)
PROPOSED FINISH
GRADE ELEVATION
TOP OF FOOTING
ELEVATION PER
GRADING PLAN
FOOTING PER
STRUCTURAL
DETAILS
Minimum
Width=2'
RETAINING WALL DETAIL
NOTTO SCALE
NATIVE OR
SELECT SOIL
BACKFILL
BACKCUT PER SOILS
REPORT AND OSHA
REQUIREMENTS
BACK DRAIN
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FINAL DETERMINATION OF THE MATERIAL TO BE USED FOR BACKFILL SHALL BE MADE BY GMU.
ALL SELECT BACKFILL TO WITHIN 1 T02 FEET OF FINAL GRADE SHOULD CONSIST OF FREE-DRAINING GRANULAR MATERIAL (I.E.
SE 30 SAND, PEA GRAVEL, OR CRUSHED ROCK). CRUSHED ROCK, IF USED, SHOULD BE WRAPPED IN FILTER FABRIC (MIRAFI 140N
OREQUIVALENT)TOMINIMIZE THEPOTENTIALFORMIGRATIONOFFINESINTOTHEROCK. THE SELECT BACKFILL SHOULD BE
MOISTURE CONDITIONED TO ACHIEVE OVER OPTIMUM MOISTURE CONTENT PERTHESCI..SREPORT AND COMPACTED TO AT
LEAST 90% RELATIVE COMPACTION AS DETERMINED BY ASTM TEST METHOD D 1557.
FINE-GRAINED NATIVE SOILS SHOULD BE USED TO CAP THE SELECT BACKFILL ZONE.
ALL NATIVE OR SELECT SOIL WALL BACKFILL SHOULD BE MOISTURE CONDITIONED AS NECESSARY TO
OVER OPTIMUM MOISTURE CONTENT PERTHESCI..SREPORT AND COMPACTED TO AT LEAST 90% RELATIVE COMPACTION AS
DETERMINED BY ASTM TEST METHOD D 1557 .
THE BACKSIDE OF THE WALLS SHOULD BE WATERPROOFEDDOWNTOANDJICFCSSll-El{FOFTHEFOOTING. THEDESIGNAND
SELECTION OF THE WATERPROOFING SYSTEM IS OUTSIDE OF THE PURVIEWOFGMU.
THE WATERPROOFING SYSTEM AND ANY DRAIN BOARDS SHOULD BE PROTECTED FROM DAMAGE BY CONSTRUCTION
ACTIVITIES. THE TOP EDGE OF THE WATERPROOFING AND ANY DRAIN BOARDS SHOULD BE PROPERLY ADHERED TO THE
WALL AND SEALED TO PREVENT THE POSSIBLE ACCUMULATION OF DEBRIS BETWEEN THE DRAINAGE/WATERPROOFING
SYSTEM AND THE WALL.
THE BACKDRAIN SYSTEM SHOULD CONSIST OF 4" PERFORATED PIPE SURROUNDED BY AT LEAST ONE CUBICFOOTOF3/4"-
1.5"0PENGRADEDGRAVELWRAPPEDINMIRAFI 140N FIL TERFABRIC(OR EQUIVALENT). THE PERFORATED PIPE SHOULD
CONSIST OF SDR-35 OR SCHEDULE 40 PVC PIPE (OR APPROVED EQUIVALENT) LAID ON AT LEAST 2" OF CRUSHED ROCK WITH
THE PERFORATIONS LAID DOWN. THE BACKDRAIN GRADIENT SHOULD NOT BE LESS THAN 1 % WHEN POSSIBLE. THE
PE RF ORA TED PIPE SHOULD OUTLET INTO AREA DRAINS CROil-ER SUTAB..EaJTl.ETf'O\ITSAT RUNS OF 200 FEET OR LESS, IF
PRACTICAL. IF THE BACKDRAINS CANNOT BE OUTLETED BY GRAVITY FLOW, A SUMP PUMP SYSTEM WILL NEED TO BE
DESIGNED AND CONSTRUCTED. REDUNDANT BACK-UP PUMPS OR COMPONENTS ARE RECOMMENDED. DESIGN OF THIS
SYSTEM IS OUTSIDE OF THE PURVIEW OF GMU.
THE TIE-IN LOCATIONS FOR BACKDRAIN OUTLETS SHOULD BE SHOWN ON THE PRECISE GRADING, SITE WALL, AND/OR
LANDSCAPE PLANS.
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APPENDIX A
Geotechnical Exploration Procedures and
Drill Hole Logs by GMU Geotechnical, Inc .
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Geotechnical Investigation Report-AutoNation BMW of Carlsbad, 1050/1060 Auto Center Court, Carlsbad
APPENDIX A
GMU GEOTECHNICAL EXPLORATION PROCEDURES AND LOGS
Our exploration at the subject site consisted of one (1) hollow-stem auger drill hole within the
site to a maximum depth of 50 feet, four (4) hollow-stem auger drill hole within the site to a
maximum depth of 20 feet, and two (2) hollow-stem auger drill hole within the site to a
maximum depth of 5 feet in order to provide subsurface information for pavement design,
continuous soil data for the dealership building foundation design, and percolation tests. The
approximate locations of the drill holes are shown on Plate 2-Geotechnical Map.
Our drill holes were logged, and "undisturbed" samples were taken using a 3.0-inch outside-
diameter drive sampler which contains a 2.416-inch-diameter brass sample sleeve 6 inches in
length. In addition, blow counts recorded during sampling from the drive sampler are shown on
the drill hole logs. Standard penetration testing (SPTs) were also taken in the rotary wash drill
holes. Small bulk samples of the material were collected, and blow counts for each SPT and
sleeve sample were recorded on the logs. Bulk samples of the soil materials were also collected
from some of the drill holes. The logs of each drill hole are contained in this Appendix A, and
the Legend to Logs is presented as Plate A-1 and A-2 .
The geologic and engineering field descriptions and classifications that appear on these logs are
prepared according to Corps of Engineers and Bureau of Reclamation standards. Major soil
classifications are prepared according to the Unified Soil Classification System as modified by
ASTM Standard No. 2487. Since the descriptions and classifications that appear on the Log of
Drill Hole are intended to be that which most accurately describe a given interval of a drill hole
(frequently an interval of several feet), discrepancies do occur in the Unified Soil Classification
System nomenclature between that interval and a particular sample in that interval. For example,
an 8-foot-thick interval in a log may be identified as silty sand (SM) while one sample taken
within the interval may have individually been identified as sandy silt (ML). This discrepancy is
frequently allowed to remain to emphasize the occurrence of local textural variations in the
interval.
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COARSE-GRAINED SOILS
More Than 50% Retained
On No.200 Sieve
Based on The Material
Passing The 3-lnch
(75mm) Sieve.
Reference:
ASTM Standard D2487
FINE-GRAINED SOILS
50% or More Passe
The No.200 Sieve
Based on The Material
Passing The 3-lnch
(75mm) Sieve .
Reference:
ASTM Standard D2487
HIGHLY ORGANIC SOILS
Clean
GRAVELS Gravels
50% or More of
Coarse Fraction
Retained on Gravels No.4 Sieve With
Fines
Clean
SANDS Sands
More Than 50%
of Coarse Fraction
Passes Sands No.4 Sieve With
Fines
SILTS AND CLAYS
Liquid Limit Less
Than50%
SILTS AND CLAYS
liquid Limit 50%
or Greater
Poorly Graded Gravels and Gravel-Sand Mixtures
Little or No Fines.
Silty Gravels, Gravel-Sand-Silt Mixtures.
Clayey Gravels, Gravel-Sand-Clay Mixtures.
Well Graded Sands and Gravelly Sands, Little or No Fines.
Poorly Graded Sands and Gravelly Sands, Little or No Fines.
Silty Sands, Sand-Silt Mixtures.
Clayey Sands, Sand-Clay Mixtures .
Inorganic Silts, Very Fine Sands, Rock Flour, Silty or
Clayey Fine Sands or Clayey Silts With Slight Plasticity.
Inorganic Clays of Low To Medium Plasticity,
Gravelly Clays, Sandy Clays, Silty Clays, Lean Clays .
Organic Silts and Organic Silty Clays of Low Plasticity
Inorganic Silts, Micaceous or Diatomaceous Fine Sandy
or Silty Soils, Elastic Silts.
Inorganic Clays of High Plasticity, Fat Clays.
Organic Clays of Medium To High Plasticity, Organic Silts .
Peat and Other Highly Organic Soils.
The descriptive terminology of the logs is modified from current ASTM Standards to suit the purposes of this study
ADDITIONAL TESTS
OS = Direct Shear
HY= Hydrometer Test
TC = Triaxial Compression Test
UC = Unconfined Compression
CN = Consolidation Test
(T) = Time Rate
EX = Expansion Test
CP = Compaction Test
PS = Particle Size Distribution
El = Expansion Index
SE = Sand Equivalent Test
AL = Atterberg Limits
FC = Chemical Tests
RV = Resistance Value
SG = Specific Gravity
SU= Sulfates
CH = Chlorides
MR = Minimum Resistivity
pH
(N) = Natural Undisturbed Sample
(R) = Remolded Sample
CS = Collapse Test/Swell-Settlement
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B = Bedding C = Contact J = Joint
F = Fracture Flt= Fault S = Shear
RS = Rupture Surface o.,..-= Seepage
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SAMPLE SYMBOLS
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(California Sample)
Undisturbed Sample
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Bulk Sample
Unsuccessful
Sampling Attempt
SPT Sample
10: 10 Blows for 12-lnches Penetration
6/4: 6 Blows Per 4-lnches Penetration
P: Push
(13): Uncorrected Blow Counts ("N" Values)
for 12-lnches Penetration-Standard
Penetration Test (SPT)
1%
10%,
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ASTM Designation: D 2487
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(Based on Unified Soil Classification System)
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FINE GRAINED
Consistency Field Test SPT Mod
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Verv Soft Easily penetrated by thumb, exudes between fingers <2 <3
Soft Easily penetrated one inch by thumb, molded by fingers 2-4 3-6
Firm Penetrated over 1 /2 inch by thumb with moderate effort 4-8 6-12
Stiff Penetrated about 1 /2 inch bv thumb with areal effort 8-15 12-25
Verv Stiff Readilv indented bv thumbnail 15-30 25-50
Hard Indented with difficultv bv thumbnail >30 >50
COARSE GRAINED
Density Field Test SPT Mod
/#blows/foot\ l#blows/foo!l
Verv Loose Easilv penetrated with 0.5" rod pushed by hand <4 <5
Loose Easily penetrated with 0.5" rod pushed by hand 4-10 5-12
Medium Dense Easily penetrated 1' with 0.5" rod driven by 5Ib hammer 10-30 12-35
Dense Dificult to penetrat 1' with 0.5" rod driven by 5Ib hammer 31-50 35-60
Verv Dense Penetrated few inches with 0.5" rod driven by 5Ib hammer >50 >60
BEDROCK HARDNESS
Density Field Test SPT MODIFIERS
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Soft Can be crushed bv hand, soil like and structureless 1-30 Trace 1%
Moderatelv Hard Can be arooved with finaernails, crumbles with hammer 30-50 Few 1-5%
Hard Can't break by hand, can be arooved with knife
Verv Hard Scratches with knife, chips with hammer blows
GRAIN SIZE
Description Sieve Size Grain Size
Boulders >12" >12"
Cobbles 3-12" 3-12"
Gravel Coarse 3/4-3" 3/4-3"
Fine #4-3/4" 0.19-0.75"
Coarse #10-#4 0.079-0.19"
Sand Medium #40-#10 0.017-0.079"
Fine #200-#40 0.0029-0.017"
Fines passina #200 <0.0029"
50-100
>100
Approximate Size
Larger than a basketball
Fist-sized to basketball-sized
Thumb-sized to fist-sized
Pea-sized to thumb-sized
Rock-salt-sized to pea-sized
Sugar-sized to rock salt-sized
Flour-sized to suaar-sized
Flour-sized and smaller
Some 5-12%
Numerous 12-20%
Abundant >20%
MOISTURE CONTENT
Dry-Very little or no moisture
Damp-Some moisture but less than optimum
Moist-Near optimum
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Project Location: 1050 & 1060 Auto Center Ct, Carlsbad, CA
Log of Drill Hole DH-1
Sheet 1 of 2 Project Number: 18-101-00
Date(s) 5/29/18 Logged BD Checked LB Drilled By By
Drilling Hollow Stem Auger Drilling 2RDRILLING Total Depth 21.Sfeet Method Contractor of Drill Hole
Drill Rig CME75 Diameter(s) 8" A~prox. Surface 103.0 Type of Hole, inches E evation, ft MSL
Groundwater Depth NOT ENCOUNTERED 0 Sampling BULK,CAL,SPT Drill Hole NATIVE [Elevation], feet Method(s) Backfill
Remarks Driving Method and Drop 140 lb AUTO HAMMER
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Project Location: 1050 & 1060 Auto Center Ct, Carlsbad, CA
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Log of Drill Hole DH-2
Sheet 1 of 2 Project Number: 18-101-00
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Drilling
Method Hollow Stem Auger Drilling
Contractor 2R DRILLING Total Depth of Drill Hole 21.5 feet
Drill Rig Type CME75 Diameter(s)
of Hole, inches 8" A~prox. Surface E evation, ft MSL 105.0
Groundwater Depth NOT ENCOUNTERED D Sampling BULK, CAL, SPT Drill Hole NATIVE [Elevation], feet Method(s) Backfill
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Log of Drill Hole DH-3
Sheet 1 of 3 Project Number: 18-101-00
Date(s) 5/29/18 Logged BD Checked LB Drilled By By
Drilling
Method Hollow Stem Auger Drilling Contractor 2R DRILLING Total Depth
of Drill Hole 51.5 feet
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Log of Drill Hole DH-5
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Drilling
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APPENDIXB
GMU GEOTECHNICAL LABORATORY PROCEDURES AND TEST RESULTS
MOISTURE AND DENSITY
Field moisture content and in-place density were determined for each 6-inch sample sleeve of
undisturbed soil material obtained from the drill holes. The field moisture content was
determined in general accordance with ASTM Test Method D 2216 by obtaining one-half the
moisture sample from each end of the 6-inch sleeve. The in-place dry density of the sample was
determined by using the wet weight of the entire sample.
At the same time the field moisture content and in-place density were determined, the soil
material at each end of the sleeve was classified according to the Unified Soil Classification
System. The results of the field moisture content and in-place density determinations are
presented on the right-hand column of the Log of Drill Hole and are summarized on Table B-1 .
The results of the visual classifications were used for general reference .
PARTICLE SIZE DISTRIBUTION
As part of the engineering classification of the materials underlying the site, samples were tested
to determine the distribution of particle sizes. The distribution was determined in general
accordance with ASTM Test Method D 422 using U.S. Standard Sieve Openings 3", 1.5'', 3/4,
3/8, and U.S. Standard Sieve Nos. 4, 10, 20, 40, 60, 100, and 200. In addition, on some samples
a standard hydrometer test was performed to determine the distribution of particle sizes passing
the No. 200 sieve (i.e., silt and clay-size particles). The results of the tests are contained in this
Appendix B. Key distribution categories(% gravel;% sand, etc.) are contained on Table B-1.
ATTERBERG LIMITS
As part of the engineering classification of the soil material, samples of the on-site soil material
were tested to determine relative plasticity. This relative plasticity is based on the Atterberg
limits determined in general accordance with ASTM Test Method D 4318. The results of these
tests are contained in this Appendix B and also Table B-1 .
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EXPANSION TESTS
To provide a standard definition of one-dimensional expansion, a test was performed on typical
on-site materials in general accordance with ASTM Test Method D 4829. The result from this
test procedure is reported as an "expansion index". The results of this test are contained in this
Appendix B and also Table B-1.
CHEMICAL TESTS
The corrosion potential of typical on-site materials under long-term contact with both metal and
concrete was determined by chemical and electrical resistance tests. The soluble sulfate test for
potential concrete corrosion was performed in general accordance with California Test
Method 417, the minimum resistivity test for potential metal corrosion was performed in general
accordance with California Test Method 643, and the concentration of soluble chlorides was
determined in general accordance with California Test Method 422. The results of these tests are
contained in this Appendix B and also Table B-1.
COMPACTION TESTS
Bulk sample representative of the on-site materials were tested to determine the maximum dry
density and optimum moisture content of the soil. These compactive characteristics were
determined in general accordance with ASTM Test Method D 1557. The results of this test are
contained in this Appendix B and also Table B-1 .
CONSOLIDATION TESTS
The one-dimensional consolidation properties of "undisturbed" samples were evaluated in
general accordance with the provisions of ASTM Test Method D 2435. Sample diameter was
2.416 inches and sample height was 1.00 inch. Water was added during the test at various
normal loads to evaluate the potential for hydro-collapse and to produce saturation during the
remainder of the testing. Consolidation readings were taken regularly during each load
increment until the change in sample height was less than approximately 0.0001 inch over a
two-hour period. The graphic presentation of consolidation data is a representation of volume
change in change in axial load. In addition, time rate tests were performed for select samples.
The results of these tests are contained in this Appendix B .
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DIRECT SHEAR STRENGTH TESTS
Direct shear tests were performed on typical on-site materials. The general philosophy and
procedure of the tests were in accord with ASTM Test Method D 3080 -"Direct Shear Tests for
Soils Under Consolidated Drained Conditions" .
The tests are single shear tests and are performed using a sample diameter of 2 .416 inches and a
height of 1.00 inch. The normal load is applied by a vertical dead load system. A constant rate
of strain is applied to the upper one-half of the sample until failure occurs. Shear stress is
monitored by a strain gauge-type precision load cell and deflection is measured with a digital
dial indicator. This data is transferred electronically to data acquisition software which plots
shear strength vs. deflection. The shear strength plots are then interpreted to determine either
peak or ultimate shear strengths. Residual strengths were obtained through multiple shear box
reversals. A strain rate compatible with the grain size distribution of the soils was utilized. The
interpreted results of these tests are shown in this Appendix B.
R-VALUE TESTS
Bulk samples representative of the underlying on-site materials were tested to measure the
response of a compacted sample to a vertically applied pressure under specific conditions. The
R-value of a material is determined when the material is in a state of saturation such that water
will be exuded from the compacted test specimen when a 16.8 kN load (2.07 MPa) is applied.
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SHEAR TEST DATA
Project: AUTONATION BMW of Carlsbad
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Boring
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DH-5
Depth
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Classification
0.13 SITL Y SANDSTONE (SM)
CONSOLIDATION TEST DATA
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Project: AUTONATION BMW of Carlsbad
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Infiltration Test Result
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Riverside/Orange County -Percolation Rate Conversion
Porchet Method, aka Inverse Borehole Method
Project Name:
Project Number:
Test Hole Number:
Test Hole Radius:
Total Depth :
Trial
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
Start Time
8:21:00AM
8:51:00AM
9:21:00AM
9:51:00AM
10:21:00AM
10:53:00 AM
11:23:00AM
11:53:00AM
12:23:00 PM
12:53:00 PM
1:23:00 PM
1:53:00 PM
0.02
-0.02 ~ _g 0.01
:°? 0.01
~ 0.01
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0 -~ 0.01
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0.00
0.0
Aut onation -BMW Carlsbad
18-101-00
DH-6
4
60.0
End Time
8:51:00AM
9:21:00AM
9:51:00AM
10:2 1:00AM
10:52:00AM
11:23:00AM
11:53:00AM
12:23:00 PM
12:53:00 PM
1:23:00 PM
1:53:00 PM
2:23:00 PM
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50.0
inches
inches
6 t
(min)
30.0
30.0
30.0
30.0
31.0
30.0
30.0
30.0
30.0
30.0
30.0
30.0
Total Time
(min)
30.0
60.0
90.0
120.0
151.0
181.0
211.0
241.0
271.0
301.0
331.0
361.0
Initial Final
Depth of Depth of
Water (Do) Water (Dt)
(f t) (ft)
2.65 2.66
2.65 2.66
2.65 2.66
2.65 2.66
2.65 2.66
2.65 2.66
2.65 2.66
2.65 2.66
2.65 2.66
2.65 2.66
2.65 2.66
2.65 2.66
DH-6 Infiltration Rate vs. Time
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100.0 150.0
-~
200.0
Time (min)
DH-6
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250.0
Water Level Drop vs. Time
300.0
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Initial Fi nal Infilt ration Hight of Height of 6H Havg
Water (Ho) Water (Ht) Rate (It)
(in) (in) (in) (in) (in/hour)
28.20 28.08 0.12 28.14 0.02
28.20 28.08 0.12 28.14 0.02
28.20 28.08 0.12 28.14 0.02
28.20 28.08 0.12 28.14 0.02
28.20 28.08 0.12 28.14 0.02
28.20 28.08 0.12 28.14 0.02
28.20 28.08 0.12 28.14 0.02
28.20 28.08 0.12 28.14 0.02
28.20 28.08 0.12 28.14 0.02
28.20 28.08 0.12 28.14 0.02
28.20 28.08 0.12 28.14 0.02
28.20 28.08 0.12 28.14 0.02
Average Infiltration Rate (in/hour) 0.02
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350.0 400.0
28.07 +---~----+---+-----4-----1----1-----4---~
0.0 50.0 100.0 150.0 200.0
Time (min)
250.0 300.0 350.0 400.0
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Riverside/Orange County -Percolation Rate Conversion
Porchet Method, aka Inverse Borehole Method
Project Name:
Project Number:
Test Hole Number:
Test Hole Radius:
Total Depth :
Trial Start Time
1 8:15:00 AM
2 8:45:00AM
3 9:18:00AM
4 9:48:00AM
5 10:18:00AM
6 10:50:00AM
7 11:20:00AM
8 11:50:00AM
9 12:20:00 PM
10 12:50:00 PM
11 1:20:00 PM
12 1:50:00 PM
Autonation -BMW Carlsbad
18-101-00
DH-7
4
48.0
inches
inches
End Time
l'it Tot al Time
(min) (min)
8:45:00AM 30.0 30.0
9:18:00AM 33.0 63.0
9:48:00AM 30.0 93.0
10:18:00AM 30.0 123.0
10:48:00 AM 30.0 153.0
11:20:00AM 30.0 183.0
11:50:00 AM 30.0 213.0
12:20:00 PM 30.0 243.0
12:50:00 PM 30.0 273.0
1:20:00 PM 30.0 303.0
1:50:00 PM 30.0 333.0
2:20:00 PM 30.0 363.0
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Initial Final Initial Final Infiltration Depth of Depth of Hight of Height of l'iH Havg
Water (Do) Water (Dt) Water (Ho) Water (Ht) Rate (It)
(ft) (ft) (in) (in) (in) (in) (in/hour)
1.70 1.91 27.60 25.08 2.52 26.34 0.36
1.70 1.87 27.60 25.56 2.04 26.58 0.26
1.70 1.90 27.60 25.20 2.40 26.40 0.34
1.70 1.90 27.60 25.20 2.40 26.40 0.34
1.70 1.89 27.60 25.32 2.28 26.46 0.32
1.70 1.88 27.60 25.44 2.16 26.52 0.30
1.70 1.90 27.60 25.20 2.40 26.40 0.34
1.70 1.86 27.60 25.68 1.92 26.64 0.27
1.70 1.86 27.60 25.68 1.92 26.64 0.27
1.70 1.84 27.60 25.92 1.68 26.76 0.23
1.70 1.85 27.60 25.80 1.80 26.70 0.25
1.70 1.83 27.60 26.04 1.56 26.82 0.22
Average Infiltration Rate (in/hour) 0.23
0.40
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C .5! 0.15 ... ... ~ 0.10 :;::
£ 0.05
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0.0
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DH-7 Infiltration Rate vs. Time
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50.0 100.0 150.0
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200.0
Time (min)
DH-7
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250.0
Water Level Drop vs. Time
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300.0 350.0 400.0
g, 25.80 -l----+----l---+----+-----+--~-1--~.,C..-+---~ ...
'ti j 25.60
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25.00 +----+-----+---4-------1------1----+-----+----l
0.0 50.0 100.0 150.0 200.0
Time (min)
250.0 300.0 350.0 400.0
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