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GEOTECHNICAL INVESTIGATION
PACIFICA CARLSBAD
CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA
PREPARED FOR
SHAPOURI & ASSOCIATES
RANCHO SANTA FE, CALIFORNIA
FEBRUARY 7, 2001
GEOCON
INCORPORATED
GEOTECHNICAL CONSULTANTS
Project No. 06480 32-01
Febmary 7, 2001
Shapouri & Associates
16089 San Dieguito Road, Suite HI02
Post Office Box 676221
Rancho Santa Fe, Califomia 92067
Attention:
Subject:
Gentlemen:
Mr. Ali Shapouri
PACIFICA CARLSBAD
CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA
GEOTECHNICAL INVESTIGATION
In accordance with your request and our proposal dated March 9, 2000 (LG-00212), we have
performed a geotechnical investigation for an approximately 7-acre proposed business development
site located in Carlsbad, Califomia. The accompanying report presents the results of our study and
our conclusions and recommendations regarding the geotechnical aspects of developing the property
as proposed.
In our opinion, the site may be developed as planned provided the recommendations of this report are
followed. The primary consideration during site development will be the presence of relatively deep
alluvium across the majority of the site and settlement and liquefaction issues related to the deep
alluvium.
If you have any questions regarding this report, or if we may be of further service, please contact the
undersigned at your convenience.
Very tmly yours,
GEOCON INCORPORATED
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David B. Evans
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(6) Addressee
(1) Hope Engineering
Attention: Mr. Jim Amundson
6960 Flanders Drive • San Diego, California 92121-2974 • Telephone (858) 558-6900 • Fax (858) 558-6159
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. PURPOSE AND SCOPE 1
2. SITE AND PROJECT DESCRIPTION 1
3. SOIL AND GEOLOGIC CONDITIONS 2
3.1 Undocumented Fill 3
3.2 Alluvium 3
3.3 Santiago Formation 3
4. GROUNDWATER 4
5 . GEOLOGIC HAZARDS 4
5.1 Faulting and Seismicity 4
5.2 Ancient Landslides 5
5.3 Liquefaction 5
6 . SETTLEMENT CONSIDERATIONS 6
7. CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS 8
7.1 General 8
7.2 Groundwater 8
7.3 Soil and Excavation Characteristics 8
7.4 Grading 9
7.5 Slope Stability 10
7.6 Seismic Design Criteria 10
7.7 Mat Foundations 11
7.8 Concrete Slabs—General 11
7.9 Retaining Walls and Lateral Loads 12
7.10 Drainage and Maintenance 13
7.11 Grading Plan Re view 14
LMITATIONS AND UNIFORMITY OF CONDmONS
MAPS AND ILLUSTRATIONS
Figure 1, Vicinity Map
Figures 2, Site Plan (Map Pocket)
APPENDIX A
FIELD INVESTIGATION
Figures A-1 - A-12, Logs of Borings
Figures A-13 - A-27, Logs of Cone Penetrometer Soundings
APPENDIX B
LABORATORY TESTING
Figures B-l - B-7, Consolidation Curves
Figures B-8 - B-14, Percent Consolidation Versus Time
Figures B-15 - B-16, Gradation Curves
APPENDIX C
RECOMMENDED GRADING SPECIFICATIONS
LIST OF REFERENCES
GEOTECHNICAL INVESTIGATION
1. PURPOSE AND SCOPE
This report presents the results of a geotechnical investigation for a proposed business development
planned in the City of Carlsbad, Califomia. The purpose of the study was to investigate the soil and
geologic conditions, as well as geotechnical constraints (if any) that may impact areas of proposed
development. This report provides recommendations relative to the geotechnical engineering aspects
of developing the property as proposed based on the conditions encountered during this investigation.
The scope of the investigation included a review of aerial photographs, topographic maps, a draft
version of a previous geotechnical report and readily available published geologic and geotechnical
literature pertinent to the property (see List of References). The scope also included performing a field
investigation, laboratory testing to evaluate physical soil properties, engineering analyses and
preparation of this report.
The field investigation was conducted on March 31, April 3 and May 25, 2000, and consisted of a site
reconnaissance, drilling 5 small-diameter borings and 15 cone penetrometer soundings. The borings
and soundings were performed to evaluate the thickness and physical properties of the alluvium that
covers the majority of the site. Details of the field investigation as well as descriptive boring and
sounding logs are presented in Appendix A.
Laboratory tests were performed on selected representative soil samples obtained during the field
investigation to evaluate the pertinent physical properties of the soil conditions encountered. The
testing program focused on determining the in-situ moisture-density, consolidation and gradation
characteristics of alluvial deposits in areas of planned development. The laboratory infonnation was
used in engineering analyses and to assist in providing recommendations for site grading and
development. Details of the laboratory tests and a summary of the test results are presented in
Appendix B and on the exploratory boring logs.
The conclusions and recommendations presented herein are based on an analysis of the information
obtained from the exploratory field investigations, laboratory tests, and experience with similar soil
and geologic conditions.
2. SITE AND PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The generally triangular-shaped site consists of approximately 7 acres of undeveloped land located in
the City of Carlsbad, Califomia (see Vicinity Map, Figure 1). Specifically, the site is bound by
Palomar Airport Road on the north, Laurel Tree Road on the west, and steep, hilly terrain to the
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south. A westerly-flowing active drainage traverses the property roughly parallel to, and
approximately 120 feet north of the southem property boundary. All development is proposed north
of the drainage and, hence, the geotechnical investigation was performed in the area north of the
drainage (see Site Plan, Figure 2, map pocket). Based on a review of the referenced 1953 aerial
photographs, the drainage formerly flowed roughly through the middle of the proposed development
area. Subsequent grading at the site appears to have shifted the drainage to the south to the base of the
hillside.
Topography varies from relatively flat within the area of proposed development between the
drainage, Palomar Airport Road and Laurel Tree Road, to the steep hillside south of the drainage. The
planned development area consists of a previously rough-graded pad that slopes gently from
northeast to southwest, varying in elevation from approximately 97 feet above Mean Sea Level
(MSL) to approximately 105 feet MSL. The drainage is lower than the pad by 5 to 10 feet. South of
the drainage, the natural terrain rises steeply to a high of approximately 165 feet MSL along the
southem property line. Both Laurel Tree Road and Palomar Airport Road are higher than the existing
pad by 5 to 10 feet. Site vegetation consists of light weeds, crabgrass, etc., within the graded pad and
a dense growth of trees and bushes as well as native grasses primarily along the drainage. Native
bmsh appears to cover the slope south of the drainage.
The field exploratory program was based on an initial development configuration that consisted of two
proposed buildings on the east and west ends of the site. The plan was subsequently modified and the
currenfly proposed development includes the constmction of one centrally located 3-story office
building with one level of underground parking and associated surrounding parking and infrastmcture
improvements. The building is expected to encompass approximately 120,000 square feet, resulting
in an approximately 40,000-square-foot footprint. It is understood that grading for the project will
consist of minor cuts with fills not greater than 1 to 2 feet. The pad grade for the underground parking
level is anticipated to be an elevation of 90 feet MSL. A box culvert is proposed at the southwest
comer of the site where Laurel Tree Road crosses the creek.
The locations and descriptions of the site and proposed development are based on a site
reconnaissance, a review of the site plan, and our general understanding of the project as presently
proposed. If project details vary significantly from those described above, Geocon Incorporated
should be contacted to determine the need for additional analyses or revision of this report.
3. SOIL AND GEOLOGIC CONDITIONS
Two surficial soil types and one geologic formation were encountered during the field investigation.
The surficial deposits consist of undocumented fill, and alluvium. The formational unit consists of the
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Santiago Formation. Each of the surficial soil types and the geologic formation encountered is
described below in order of increasing age.
3.1 Undocumented Fill
The site was found to be covered with 7 to 9 feet of undocumented fill. Based on a review of the
referenced preliminary geotechnical investigation dated August 18, 1982, the fill thickness varies
from a few feet to at least 11 feet. The undocumented fill was observed to overlie alluvium within all
of the borings and soundings with the exception of Boring B5 and Cone Penetrometer Sounding
CPT 4, both located at the northwest comer of the site, where the fill was directly overlying the
Santiago Formation. The fill may have been placed over 30 years ago. A review of the 1982 report
indicates that the fill likely was not controlled during placement. The undocumented fill typically
consisted of medium dense, clayey and silty, fine- to medium-grained sand and sandy clay. Chunks of
asphalt concrete and Portland cement concrete, as well as other debris, were observed on the surface
of the fill during the site investigation; however none was encountered within the borings or
soundings suggesting that the debris is limited in extent. Portions of the undocumented fill will
require remedial grading.
3.2 Alluvium
Alluvial soils appear to underlie all but the northwest comer of the development area. Based on the
exploratory borings and soundings, the alluvium is at least 55 feet thick and consists of moist to
saturated, firm to very stiff, silty and fine- to medium-grained sandy clay with lenses of loose to
medium dense, fine to medium-grained sand with varying amounts of silt.
The alluvial deposits are considered compressible if subjected to additional loading. In addition, the
clean sands within the alluvium may be susceptible to liquefaction if a major earthquake occurs. The
presence of groundwater within the alluvium may affect the depth of remedial grading, especially if
grading is planned during the winter months.
3.3 Santiago Formation
The Tertiary-age Santiago Formation was found to underlie the surficial soils in all of the borings and
consists of medium dense to very dense, massive, silty, sandstone with some stiff claystone. The
Santiago Formation generally exhibits adequate bearing characteristics, but is not anticipated to
impact the project due to its depth beneath the alluvium.
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4. GROUNDWATER
Groundwater was encountered within the alluvial deposits and is expected to be an important
consideration during site development. The groundwater ranged from 15 to 21 feet below the ground
surface as observed in the borings; however, based on laboratory test results the clayey alluvium
appears to be saturated at a depth of 8 to 9 feet. This correlates to pore pressure dissipation
measurements taken within selected CPT soundings, which indicated groundwater depths between
8'/2 and 9 feet. Groundwater levels in the alluvium should be expected to fluctuate seasonally and will
likely affect site grading as well as construction of the underground parking structure and the box
culvert. Dewatering may be necessary during the construction of these improvements.
5. GEOLOGIC HAZARDS
5.1 Faulting and Seismicity
Based on the site reconnaissance, exploratory excavations, previous work by others, and a review of
the referenced geologic maps and reports, the site is not located on any known active or potentially
active fault trace. An inactive fault has been mapped southwest of the site on an adjacent
development and is referenced in the CDMG publication dated 1996. Based on the general trend of
this feature, the fault would be located immediately west of the site if it is extended north of its
mapped location.
To evaluate the site seismicity characteristics, a deterministic analysis was conducted to evaluate the
Maximum Credible and Maximum Probable earthquake magnitudes and corresponding site
accelerations. In order to determine the distance of known faults to the site, the computer program
EQFAULT (Blake, 1989, updated 1997) was utilized. The program calculates the distance from the
site within a specified search radius to known "active" Califomia fauhs that have been digitized in an
earthquake catalog. The program also calculates estimated site accelerations. Attenuation
relationships developed by Geomatrix (1994) were used in the analysis.
The results of the deterministic analysis indicate that the Rose Canyon Fault is the closest source for
potential ground motion occurring at the site. The Rose Canyon Fault is located approximately 5
miles west of the site and is considered the dominant source due to its close proximity. The Rose
Canyon Fault is postulated as having the potential to generate a Maximum Credible Magnitude
earthquake of 6.9 and Maximum Probable Magnitude earthquake of 5.7. The "maximum credible
earthquake" is defined as the maximum earthquake that appears capable of occurring under the
presently known tectonic framework, while the "maximum probable earthquake" is the maximum
earthquake that is considered likely to occur during a 100-year time interval (California Division of
Mines and Geology Notes, Number 43). Estimated maximum credible and maximum probable
ground accelerations were determined to be approximately 0.34 g and 0.18 g, respectively. Presented
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on Table 5.1 are the active faults and the associated maximum probable and maximum credible
earthquakes most likely to subject the site to ground shaking.
TABLE 5.1
Fault Distance From
Site (miles)
Maximum Credible
Earthquake
Magnitude
Maximum Probable
Earthquake
Magnitude
Rose Canyon 5 6.9 5.7
Newport-Inglewood (offshore) 8 6.9 5.8
Coronado Bank 21 7.4 6.3
Elsinore (Julian) 24 7.1 6.4
It is our opinion that the site could be subjected to moderate to severe ground shaking in the event of
a major earthquake along any of the above-mentioned faults. However, the seismic risk at the site is
comparable to that ofthe surrounding developments and the Carlsbad area in general. Seismic design
parameters are presented in the Conclusions and Recommendations section within this report.
5.2 Ancient Landslides
No ancient landslides were observed on the property during the investigation or aerial photograph
review.
5.3 Liquefaction
The potential for liquefaction during a strong earthquake is generally limited to relatively clean,
sandy soils that are poorly graded, in a relatively loose, unconsolidated condition and located below
the water table. A liquefaction analysis was performed using a peak ground acceleration (PGA)
that has a 10 percent probability of exceedence in 50 years as suggested by CDMG Special
Publication 117 (1997). The computer program FRISKSP (Blake, 1998) with attenuation relations
developed by Sadigh et al. (1997) was used to determine the PGA of 0.28g. The "Simplified Method"
of evaluating liquefaction potential, originally developed by Seed and Idriss (1971), with
modifications and updates from Technical Report NCEER-97-0022 (1997) was used in conjunction
with the computer program LIQUEFY2 (Blake and Blake, 1989) to provide a general evaluation of
liquefaction potential.
Further refinement of potentially liquefiable layers was conducted incorporating the results of the
cone penetrometer soundings. Layers that should be further evaluated for liquefaction were
determined based on methods suggested by Robertson and Campanella (1986). The liquefaction
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potential of those layers identified for analysis was evaluated using methods suggested by Zhang
(1998). Based on the analysis discussed above, some ofthe sand lenses have the potential to liquefy
during a seismic event with a PGA of 0.28g.
Those layers that were identified to have the potential for liquefaction were further evaluated to
quantify the magnimde of settlement that may be anticipated. Methods suggested by Tokimatsu and
Seed (1987) were used to evaluate volumetric strain that could be anticipated in the event of
liquefaction. Based on this analysis, liquefaction-induced settlement of approximately 2 inches could
occur at various locations throughout the site with isolated locations having the potential to settle
approximately 3 inches.
Damage due to hquefaction is greater when ground-surface dismption occurs. Methods suggested by
Youd and Garris (1995) were used to evaluate the potential for surface dismption. Based on these
methods, the liquefaction analysis performed indicated that the potential for ground surface
dismption to occur is low.
6. SETTLEMENT CONSIDERATIONS
Due to the lack of proper documentation, the existing fill soil is not considered suitable for the
support of building loads. The majority of the fill appeared to be medium dense and should be
acceptable for pavement and non-building areas. Removal and recompaction of the upper two feet of
existing subgrade soils should provide relatively uniform support for paved areas.
Due to the relatively shallow groundwater condition and extensive depth of the alluvium, it is not
considered practical to remove and compact all of the alluvial deposits underlying areas of proposed
development. Hence, the settlement potential of the alluvium left in place (below groundwater) will
be a consideration for site development. Laboratory test results indicate that the saturated alluvium
has moderate compressibility characteristics when subjected to additional loading.
Additional loading would occur if fill soil is placed to raise the pad elevation of the site and/or from
the proposed building loads. It is understood that because the placement of additional fill would
increase the amount of settlement, the pad elevation of proposed buildings will not exceed the
existing ground surface elevation. Hence, settlement of the alluvium will result only fi-om the
proposed building. For a typical three-story office building constmcted at the existing grade
elevation, and assuming that the upper 9 feet of existing fill soils is removed and properly
recompacted, it was estimated that a maximum of 3 inches of settlement could occur. This setdement
could be mitigated by either surcharging the building pad area with 8 feet of fill or lowering the first
floor level such that the soil removed is equivalent to the weight of the building. It is estimated that
the surcharge fill would have to remain for a period of 4 to 8 months to achieve primary
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consolidation. Excavgtion ofJhe building area to balance the new building load is expected to require
an excavation en 5 to 8 fe^^below existing grade.
The thickness of soil that will require removal can be determined once the total building weight
and/or foundation loads are known. Some settlement should also be anticipated during constmction as
the soil is reloaded by the weight of the building. The total magnitude of this settlement can be
evaluated once foundation loads are determined; however, it is estimated to be less than 1 inch across
the building during constmction and less than /4 inch postconstruction.
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7. CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
7.1 General
7.1.1 No soil or geologic conditions were encountered which would preclude the development of
the property as presently planned, provided the recommendations of this report are
followed. As specific development plans progress, Geocon Incorporated should be
contacted to review the plans and determine the need for additional investigation and/or
possible modification of this report.
7.1.2 The existing undocumented fill is not considered suitable for the support of stmctural loads
in its present condition and will require partial removal and compaction beneath the
proposed pavement and landscape areas.
7.1.3 Because the pad grade for the building is anticipated at an elevation of 90 feet above Mean
Sea Level (MSL), the imdocumented fill is expected to be removed during excavafion
operations down to pad grade.
7.2 Groundwater
7.2.1 The groundwater surface in Boring Nos. 1 through 4 was found to vary firom elevation 81
feet to 87 feet MSL. In addition, the alluvium above the groundwater level was saturated.
Therefore, excavations below approximately elevation 95 feet MSL will encounter wet soil
conditions resulting in possible excavation, and subsequent reuse as compacted fill,
difficulties. Dewatering of excavations deeper than 95 feet MSL may be necessary during
constmction.
7.3 Soli and Excavation Characteristics
7.3.1 The soil conditions encountered vary from silty and clayey sands to silty clays. The soils
observed within the undocumented fill consisted predominantly of clayey and silty sand
with some sandy clay. The Santiago Formation typically consisted of silty sandstone with
some claystone. Excavations within the Santiago Formation are not anticipated with the
exception that underground utilities in the northwest comer of the site (if any) may extend
into this formation. The surficial soils and the Santiago Formation are considered rippable
with conventional heavy-duty grading and excavation equipment. Some cemented zones
have been known to occur within the Santiago Formation where the material may require
greater than normal effort to excavate.
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7.3.2 The surficial deposits in areas of planned remedial grading may be very moist to saturated
during the winter or early spring depending on preceding precipitation and may require
mixing with drier material or drying prior to their use as compacted fill.
7.4 Grading
7.4.1 All grading should be performed in accordance with the Recommended Grading
Specifications contained in Appendix C and the city of Carlsbad Grading Ordinance.
Where the recommendations of Appendix C conflict with this report, the recommendations
of this report should take precedence.
7.4.2 Prior.to commencing grading, a preconstruction conference should be held at the site with
the owner or developer, grading contractor, civil engineer, and geotechnical engineer in
attendance. Special soil handling and/or the grading plans can be discussed at that time.
7.4.3 Site preparation should begin with the removal of all deleterious material and vegetation.
The depth of removal should be such that material exposed in cut areas or soil to be used as
fill is relatively free of organic matter. Material generated during stripping and/or site
demolition should be exported from the site.
7.4.4 The undocumented fill is anticipated to be entirely removed beneath the structure if the
building pad grade remains at an elevation of 90 feet MSL. If the pad grade is adjusted
higher, complete removal and compaction of the undocumented fill beneath the building
and 10 feet wider than the footprint, is recommended.
7.4.5 Within pavement or hardscape parking areas, it is recommended that the undocumented fill
be removed at least 2 feet below existing grade or pavement subgrade, whichever is deeper,
and replaced as properly compacted fill soil. The base of the removal should be scarified 6
inches, moisture conditioned as necessary, and properly compacted.
7.4.6 The site should then be brought to final subgrade elevations with structural fill compacted
in layers. In general, soils native to the site are suitable for re-use as fill if free from
vegetation, debris and other deleterious material. Layers of fill should be no thicker than
will allow for adequate bonding and compaction. All fill, including backfill and scarified
ground surfaces, should be compacted to at least 90 percent of maximum dry density at
near-optimum moisture content, as determined in accordance with ASTM Test Procedure
D 1557-91. Fill materials near and/or below optimum moisture content may require
additional moisture conditioning prior to placing additional fill.
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7.4.7 Rock or concrete fragments should not be used in fill areas due to the anticipated limited
fill thickness.
7.4.8 The excavation for the building may extend near, or below, the groundwater table. As
stated previously, dewatering may be necessary. The dewatering may consist of a series of
well points surrounding the excavation, or sloping the base of the excavation to one comer
to allow nuisance water to be pumped from a single point. In either case, consideration
should be given to providing a minimum 6-inch-thick gravel mat at the base of the
excavation to provide a stable working platform. The gravel should be underlain by a
geotextile fabric such as Mirafi 500X. The actual dewatering method should be determined
by the contractor.
7.4.9 It is likely that the subgrade for the culvert will expose saturated, and potentially loose
alluvial deposits, which could adversely impact the constmction of the stmcture. To
minimize the potential for differential settlement and provide a relatively stable level
subgrade during constmction, it is recommended that the base of the stmcture be underlain
by at least 12 inches of cmshed gravel {VA inch maximum size). The lower 6-inches of the
gravel blanket should be completely encapsulated with a geotextile such as Mirafi 500X (or
equivalent). The blanket should extend a minimum of two feet wider than the culvert
footprint. The gravel blanket excavation should be observed by a representative of Geocon
Incorporated to verify that the soil conditions exposed are similar to those anticipated.
7.5 Slope Stability
7.5.1 No new slopes are proposed. The existing slope along Palomar Airport Road is considered
to be stable and possess a factor of safety of at least 1.5 under static conditions for both
deep-seated failure and shallow sloughing conditions.
7.5.2 All slopes should be landscaped with drought-tolerant vegetation, having variable root
depths and requiring minimal landscape irrigation. In addition, all slopes should be drained
and properly maintained to reduce erosion. Slope planting should generally consist of
drought tolerant plants having a variable root depth. Slope watering should be kept to a
minimum to just support the plant growth.
7.6 Seismic Design Criteria
7.6.1 The following table summarizes site specific seismic design criteria obtained from the 1997
Uniform Building Code (UBC). The values listed in Table 7.6 are for the Rose Canyon
Fault (located approximately 5 miles west of the site), which is identified as a Type B fault.
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TABLE 7.6
SEISMIC DESIGN PARAMETERS
Parameter Design Value UBC Reference
Seismic Zone Factor, Z 0.4 Table 16-1
Soil Profile Type SF Table 16-J
Seismic Coefficient, Ca 0.44 Table I6-Q
Seismic Coefficient, Cy 0.99 Table 16-R
Near-Source Factor, Na 1.0 Table 16-S
Near-Source Factor, Ny 1.1 Table 16-T
Seismic Source B Table 16-U
7.7 Mat Foundation
7.7.1 Due to differential settlement considerations, a mat foundation system is recommended for
the support of the proposed building. This assumes that the elevation of the ground surface
below the proposed building will be lowered such that the weight of the soil removed
exceeds the weight of the proposed building (dead plus live loads but not transient loads). It
is recommended that 125 pcf be assumed for the average density of the soil to be removed.
7.7.2 The proposed building would be supported on a neat foundation system designed for a soil
modulus of subgrade reaction equal to 70 pci.
7.7.3 Foundation design should include allowances for buoyant forces assuming a groundwater
elevation of 95 feet MSL.
7.8 Concrete Slabs—General
7.8.1 Interior slabs which are anticipated to receive moismre-sensitive floor covering, or that will
be used to store moisture-sensitive materials, or where migration of moisture through the
slab is undesirable should be underlain by at least 4 inches of clean sand and a suitable
vapor barrier placed at the mid-point of the sand layer.
7.8.2 Crack-control joints should be provided for all at-grade concrete slabs. The spacing of the
crack-control joints should be no greater than 12 feet.
7.8.3 Presaturation of subgrade soil is not deemed necessary prior to placing concrete; however,
soil that is to receive concrete should be sprinkled with water as necessary to maintain a
moist condition as would be expected in any such concrete placement.
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7.8.4 The recommendations of this report are intended to reduce, not prevent, the potential for
cracking of concrete slabs. Even with the incorporation of the recommendations of this
report, foundations, smcco, and at-grade concrete slabs may still exhibit cracking due to
shrinkage of the concrete during curing. The occurrence of shrinkage cracks is independent
ofthe supporting soil characteristics. The potential for shrinkage cracks may be reduced by
limiting the slump of the concrete, proper placement and curing of the concrete, and the
constmction of crack-control joints.
7.9 Retaining Walls and Lateral Loads
7.9.1 Retaining walls not restrained at the top and having a level backfill surface should be
designed for an active soil pressure equivalent to the pressure exerted by a fluid with a
density of 35 pounds per cubic foot (pcf). Where the backfill will be inclined at no steeper
than 2.0 to 1.0, an active soil pressure of 45 pcf is recommended. These soil pressures
assume that the backfill materials within an area bounded by the wall and a 1:1 plane
extending upward fi-om the base of the wall possess an Expansion Index of less than 90.
Where soils have an Expansion Index greater than 90 and/or where backfill materials do
not conform to the above criteria, Geocon Incorporated should be consulted for additional
recommendations.
7.9.2 The above recommendations apply to retaining walls for the underground parking stmcture
above an elevation of 95 feet MSL. Below an elevation of 95 feet MSL, the wall should be
designed to include hydrostatic loading; therefore, below 95 feet MSL the active earth
pressure should be increased to 85 pcf for a level backfill.
7.9.3 Unrestrained walls are those that are allowed to rotate more than O.OOIH at the top of the
wall. Where walls are restrained from movement at the top, an additional uniform pressure
of 7H psf (where H equals the height of the retaining wall portion of the wall in feet)
should be added to the above active soil pressure.
7.9.4 Retaining walls, other than those for the underground parking, should be provided with a
drainage system adequate to prevent the buildup of hydrostatic forces and should be
waterproofed as required by the project architect. The use of drainage openings through the
base of the wall (weep holes, etc.) is not recommended where the seepage could be a
nuisance or otherwise adversely impact the property adjacent to the base of the wall. The
above recommendations assume a properly compacted granular (Expansion Index less than
90) backfill material with no hydrostatic forces or imposed surcharge load. If conditions
different than those described are anticipated, or if specific drainage details are desired,
Geocon Incorporated should be contacted for additional recommendations.
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7.9.5 Dewatering will likely be required for the constmction of the wing wall foundations at the
box culvert. Due to settlement considerations it is recommended that these footings be
designed for an allowable soil bearing pressure of 1,000 psf. This bearing pressure may be
increased by one third when considering wind or seismic loads. The footing excavations
should also be observed by a Geocon representative prior to placing reinforcement steel. A
gravel mat may be necessary to stabilize the base of the foundation excavation for the wing
wall foundations. This should be evaluated by a Geocon representative during constmction.
7.9.6 In general, wall foundations having a minimum depth and width of one foot may be
designed for an allowable soil bearing pressure of 2,000 psf, provided the soil within 3 feet
below the base of the wall has an Expansion Index of less than 90 and the base of the
footing is above elevation 98 feet MSL. The proximity of the foundation to the top of a
slope steeper than 3:1 could impact the allowable soil bearing pressure. Therefore, Geocon
Incorporated should be consulted where such a condition is anticipated.
7.9.7 For resistance to lateral loads, an allowable passive earth pressure equivalent to a fluid with
a density of 300 pcf is recommended for footings or shear keys poured neat against
properly compacted granular fill soils or undisturbed natural soils. The allowable passive
pressure assumes a horizontal surface extending at least 5 feet or three times the surface
generating the passive pressure, whichever is greater. The upper 12 inches of material not
protected by floor slabs or pavement should not be included in the design for lateral
resistance. An allowable friction coefficient of 0.35 may be used for resistance to sliding
between soil and concrete. This friction coefficient may be combined with the allowable
passive earth pressure when determining resistance to lateral loads.
7.9.8 The recommendations presented above are generally applicable to the design of rigid
concrete or masonry retaining walls having a maximum height of 8 feet. In the event that
walls higher than 8 feet or other types of walls are plaimed, such as crib-type walls, Geocon
Incorporated should be consulted for additional recommendations.
7.10 Drainage and Maintenance
7.10.1 Good drainage is imperative to reduce the potential for differential soil movement, erosion
and subsurface seepage. Positive measures should be taken to properly finish grade the
building pads after the stmctures and other improvements are in place, so that the drainage
water firom the buildings, lots and adjacent properties are directed off the lots and to the
street away from foundations and the top of the slopes. Experience has shown that even
with these provisions, a shallow groundwater or subsurface water condition can and may
develop in areas where no such water conditions existed prior to the site development; this
Project No. 06480-32-01 - 13 - February 7,2001
is particularly tme where a substantial increase in surface water infiltration results from an
increase in landscape irrigation.
7.11 Grading Plan Review
7.11.1 The soil engineer and engineering geologist should review the Grading Plans prior to
finalization to verify their compliance with the recommendations of this report and
determine the need for additional investigation, comments, recommendations and/or
analysis.
Project No. 06480-32-01 -14- February 7,2001
LIMITATIONS AND UNIFORMITY OF CONDITIONS
1. The recommendations of this report pertain only to the site investigated and are based upon
the assumption that the soil conditions do not deviate from those disclosed in the
investigation. If any variations or undesirable conditions are encountered during construction,
or if the proposed constmction will differ from that anticipated herein, Geocon Incorporated
should be notified so that supplemental recommendations can be given. The evaluation or
identification of the potential presence of hazardous or corrosive materials was not part of the
scope of services provided by Geocon Incorporated.
2. This report is issued with the understanding that it is the responsibility of the owner, or of his
representative, to ensure that the information and recommendations contained herein are
brought to the attention of the architect and engineer for the project and incorporated into the
plans, and the necessary steps are taken to see that the contractor and subcontractors carry out
such recommendations in the field.
3. The findings of this report are valid as of the present date. However, changes in the
conditions of a property can occur with the passage of time, whether they be due to natural
processes or the works of man on this or adjacent properties. In addition, changes in
applicable or appropriate standards may occur, whether they result from legislation or the
broadening of knowledge. Accordingly, the findings of this report may be invalidated wholly
or partially by changes outside our control. Therefore, this report is subject to review and
should not be relied upon after a period of three years.
Project No. 06480-32-01 February 7, 2001
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SAN DIEGO COUNTY, CALIFORNIA
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OR REPRODUCE ALL OR ANY PART THEREOF, WHETHER FOR PERSONAL USE OR
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APPENDIX
APPENDIXA
FIELD INVESTIGATION
The field investigation was performed on March 31, April 3 and May 25, 2000, and consisted of a
visual site reconnaissance, the excavation of 5 small-diameter borings and 15 cone penetrometer
soundings. The approximate locations of the exploratory borings and soundings are shown on
Figure 2. The previous proposed site configuration included buildings at different locations within the
site. Hence, during the field investigation, borings were placed and grouped across the site both to
accomplish general site characterization and to focus on proposed building areas.
The borings were advanced to depths of between 15 and 65 feet below existing grade using a CME
55 tmck-mounted drill rig equipped with 8-inch-diameter hollow stem auger. Relatively undisturbed
samples were obtained by driving a 3-inch, split-mbe sampler 12 inches into the undisturbed soil
mass with blows from a 140 pound hammer with a 30-inch drop. The sampler was equipped with six
1-inch by 2.5-inch brass sampler rings to facilitate removal and testing. Standard penetration tests
(SPT) were also performed by driving a 2-inch split-tube sampler into the "undisturbed" soil mass
with blows from a 140-pound hammer falling 30 inches. Bulk samples were also obtained.
The soils encountered in the borings were visually examined, classified, and logged. Logs of borings
are presented on Figures A-1 through A-12. The logs depict the soil and geologic conditions
encountered and the depth at which samples were obtained.
The cone penetrometer testing consisted of pushing an instmmented cone into the underlying soils.
The resistance to continuous penetration encountered by the cone tip and adjacent friction sleeve
exhibit high sensitivity to changes in soil type, thus providing data on soil behavior types and
correlated strength parameters. The CPT soundings were advanced to depths ranging fi^om 9 to 76
feet below the existing ground surface. Logs of the cone penetrometer soundings are presented on
Figures A-13 through A-27.
Project No. 06480-32-01 February 7, 2001
i
ROJECT NO. 06480-32-01
BORING B 1
ELEV. (MSL.) 104 DATE COMPLETED 3/31/00
EQUIPMENT CME 55
MATERIAL DESCRIPTION
FILL ,
\ Grass and some plants at surface, observed chunks of /
1 _ asphalt^and concrete at surface,_upger 3" to 6"_dry '
Medium dense, moist, white to yellowish-brown,
Clayey SAND, interbedded with dark brown, sandy
clay
Medium dense, moist, white to olive-brown, Silty
SAND with layers of dark brown, sandy clay and
trace gravel
mUl
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ALLUVIUM
Very stiff, saturated, olive to yellowish-brown, Silty
CLAY with a little sand and trace gravel
Stiff, saturated, olive-brown, Silty CLAY with trace
gravel (plastic clay)
Stiff, saturated, olive to yellowish-brown, fine to
medium Sandy CLAY (plastic) with silt and trace
gravel (water in sampler)
Firm, saturated, olive-brown. Clayey, fine SAND and
fine Sandy CLAY with trace gravel
16
14
25
18
15
112.2
111.5
108.4
108.2
105.6
108.0
10.0
10.2
21.3
21.2
23.5
23.3
Figure A-1, Log of Boring B 1 PACCC
SAMPLE SYMBOLS ° - '''''''' UNSUCCESSFUL
S ... DISTURBED OR BAG SAMPLE
c.
B..
. STANDARD PENETRATION TEST DRIVE SAMPLE (UNDISTURBED)
. CHUNK SAMPLE ? ••• WATER TABLE OR SEEPAGE
NOTE: THE LOG OF SUBSURFACE CONDITIONS SHOWN HEREON APPLIES ONLY AT THE SPECIFIC BORING OR TRENCH LOCATION AND AT THE
DATE INDICATED. IT IS NOT WARRANTED TO BE REPRESENTATIVE OF SUBSURFACE CONDITIONS AT OTHER LOCATIONS AND TIMES.
I PROJECT NO. 06480-32-01
DEPTH
IN
FEET
SAMPLE
NO.
SOIL
CLASS
(USCS)
BORING B 1
ELEV. (MSL.) 104
EQUIPMENT
DATE COMPLETED
CME 55
3/31/00
H
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30
32
34
- 36
38
- 40 -
42 -
- 44 -
46
48
50
52
54 -
56
58
MATERIAL DESCRIPTION
Bl-8
Bl-9 CL
Bl-10
Bl-11
1/
Bl-12
Bl-1
ML
CL
SM
Stiff, saturated, olive to yellowish-brown, Silty
CLAY, trace gravel with Silty, fine SAND lenses,
slight organic odor
Stiff, saturated, dark grayish-brown, Silty CLAY
(plastic) with trace white to orange, silty clay
Stiff, saturated, light olive to orange, Silty CLAY
with trace sand and quartz gravel
Firm, saturated, light olive-brown. Clayey SILT with
trace sand and interbedded black clay strands, slight
organic odor (disturbed sample at 45 feet)
Very stiff, saturated, grayish-brown, Silty CLAY with
interbedded thin layers of black clay and quartz
gravel
Stiff, saturated, grayish-brown, Silty CLAY with
trace gravel
16 111.6
18 100.9
20 102.0
10 107.1
26 101.5
15
20.2
27.8
26.5
23.3
25.6
1 1 1 !• r 1 -I'l 1 1
Figure A-2, Log of Boring-B 1 PACCC
SAMPLE SYMBOLS ° - UNSUCCESSFUL
W ... DISTURBED OR BAG SAMPLE
t..
B..
. STANDARD PENETRATION TEST B... DRIVE SAMPLE (UNDISTURBED)
. CHUNK SAMPLE I ... WATER TABLE OR SEEPAGE
NOTE: THE LOG OF SUBSURFACE CONDITIONS SHOWN HEREON APPLIES ONLY AT THE SPECIFIC BORING OR TRENCH LOCATION AND AT THE
DATE INDICATED. IT IS NOT WARRANTED TO BE REPRESENTATIVE OF SUBSURFACE CONDITIONS AT OTHER LOCATIONS AND TIMES.
PROJECT NO. 06480-32-01
DEPTH
IN
FEET
SAMPLE
NO.
>-
CO o -1 o SOIL
CLASS
(USCS)
BORING B 1
ELEV. (MSL.) 104
EQUIPMENT
DATE COMPLETED
CME 55
3/31/00
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MATERIAL DESCRIPTION
60 Bl-14
~ 62 -
~ 64 -
Bl-15
SM SANTIAGO FORMATION
Medium dense, saturated, light grayish-brown, Silty,
fine to medium SANDSTONE (massive)
Very dense, saturated, light grayish-brown, Silty, fme
to medium SANDSTONE
31 103.8 22.9
-50/4" 118.7 15.8
BORING TERMINATED AT 65.3 FEET
GROUNDWATER ENCOUNTERED AT 17 FEET
MEASURED AFTER BORING COMPLETED
Figure A-3, Log of Boring-B 1 PACCC
SAMPLE SYMBOLS ° - UNSUCCESSFUL
m ... DISTURBED OR BAG SAMPLE
C.
B..
. STANDARD PENETRATION TEST U... DRIVE SAMPLE (UNDISTURBED)
. CHUNK SAMPLE ? ••• WATER TABLE OR SEEPAGE
NOTE: THE LOG OF SUBSURFACE CONDITIONS SHOWN HEREON APPLIES ONLY AT THE SPECIFIC BORING OR TRENCH LOCATION AND AT THE
OATE INDICATED. IT IS NOT WARRANTED TO BE REPRESENTATIVE OF SUBSURFACE CONDITIONS AT OTHER LOCATIONS AND TIMES.
PROJECT NO. 06480-32-01
DEPTH
IN
FEET
SAMPLE
NO.
a: > iii CD ^-O <r _l o a X z 1-H o _l ct: CO
SOIL
CLASS
(USCS)
BORING B 2
ELEV. (MSL.) 101
EQUIPMENT
DATE COMPLETED
CME 55
3/31/00
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CO UJ CJ
a
UJ
CJ
MATERIAL DESCRIPTION
2 -
4 -
B2-1
- 6
- 10
12
B2-3
14
16
B2-4
18 -
- 20 -
22 -
24
26
28 -
B2-5
B2-6
0'/ \>'/ FILL
Abundant grass and plants at surface, observed some
chunks of asphalt and concrete at surface, upper 4" to
6 " dry
Medium dense, moist, light grayish-brown. Clayey,
fine to medium SAND with some dark brown clayey
sand
Medium dense, very moist, grayish to
yellowish-brown. Clayey, fine to medium SAND with
some dark brown, sandy clay
ALLUVIUM
Stiff, moist to saturated, dark yellowish-brown, Silty
CLAY with trace sand
CL
Loose, saturated, olive to yellowish-brown. Clayey,
fine to medium SAND wiUi trace silt
SC Medium dense, saturated, yellowish-brown. Clayey,
fine to medium SAND with trace silt
Medium dense, saturated, yellowish-brown. Clayey,
fine to medium SAND, trace silt
21
20
18
11
15
12
102.7 24.6
107.1 22.4
Figure A-4, Log of Boring-B 2 PACCC
n ... SAMPLING UNSUCCESSFUL SAMPLE SYMBOLS ^
S ... DISTURBED OR BAG SAMPLE
c.
B..
. STANDARD PENETRATION TEST B ... DRIVE SAMPLE (UNDISTURBED)
. CHUNK SAMPLE ^ ... WATER TABLE OR SEEPAGE
NOTE: THE LOG OF SUBSURFACE CONDITIONS SHOWN HEREON APPLIES ONLY AT THE SPECIFIC BORING OR TRENCH LOCATION AND AT THE
DATE INDICATED. IT IS NOT WARRANTED TO BE REPRESENTATIVE OF SUBSURFACE CONDITIONS AT OTHER LOCATIONS AND TIMES.
PROJECT NO. 06480-32-01
DEPTH
IN
FEET
SAMPLE
NO.
>-CO o _l o
X
SOIL
CLASS
(USCS)
BORING B 2
ELEV. (MSL.) 101
EQUIPMENT
DATE COMPLETED
CME 55
3/31/00
CD
CQi
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a
MATERIAL DESCRIPTION
- 30 B2-7
- 32 -
34
B2-8
36
- 38 -
- 40 -
- 42 -
- 44 -
46
- 48 -
50
- 52
54
- 56 -
58
I
B2-9 I
B2-10 m
/•/.• B2-11
'/
/,
B2-12
/A
ML
SP-SM
CL
SC
Firm, saturated, yellowish-brown, Clayey SILT with
trace fine sand
Stiff, saturated, light grayish to light orange-brown.
Clayey SILT with trace fine sand
Medium dense, saturated, yellowish-brown, fine to
medium SAND, trace silt
Very stiff, saturated, grayish-brown, Silty CLAY with
some fine to coarse sand and some gravel
Medium dense, saturated, grayish-brown. Clayey, fine
to medium SAND with trace silt
Medium dense, saturated, light grayish-brown,
Clayey, fine to medium SAND, trace silt and trace
quartz gravel
11
20
23
15
19
98.0
108.1
99.0
•/ .f/
Figure A-5, Log of Boring-B 2 PACCC
SAMPLE SYMBOLS ° """ ^'^""^^^'^ UNSUCCESSFUL
S ... DISTURBED OR BAG SAMPLE
c.
B..
. STANDARD PENETRATION TEST DRIVE SAMPLE (UNDISTURBED)
. CHUNK SAMPLE I ... WATER TABLE OR SEEPAGE
NOTE: THE LOG OF SUBSURFACE CONDITIONS SHOWN HEREON APPLIES ONLY AT THE SPECIFIC BORING OR TRENCH LOCATION AND AT THE
DATE INDICATED. IT IS NOT WARRANTED TO BE REPRESENTATIVE OF SUBSURFACE CONDITIONS AT OTHER LOCATIONS AND TIMES.
'ROJECT NO. 06480-32-01
DEPTH
IN
FEET
SAMPLE
NO.
> CO O _l O X
SOIL
CLASS
(USCS)
BORING B 2
ELEV. (MSL.) 101
EQUIPMENT
DATE COMPLETED
CME 55
3/31/00
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MATERIAL DESCRIPTION
60 B2-13
62 -
64 -
B2-14
CL
SM
SANTIAGO FORMATION
Stiff, saturated, light grayish-brown, CLAYSTONE
with interbedded layers of light grayish to
OTMige-lH'own^ fine jq_medium_s^d
Very dense, saturated, yellowish-brown, Silty, fine to
medium SANDSTONE (massive)
21 89.4 33.3
•50/6"
BORING TERMINATED AT 65.5 FEET
GROUNDWATER ENCOUNTERED AT 15 FEET
MEASURED AFTER BORING COMPLETED
Figure A-6, Log of Boring-B 2 PACCC
SAMPLE SYMBOLS ° """ '''''''' UNSUCCESSFUL
^ ... DISTURBED OR BAG SAMPLE
c.
B..
. STANDARD PENETRATION TEST B... DRIVE SAMPLE (UNDISTURBED)
. CHUNK SAMPLE I ... WATER TABLE OR SEEPAGE
NOTE: THE LOG OF SUBSURFACE CONDITIONS SHOWN HEREON APPLIES ONLY AT THE SPECIFIC BORING OR TRENCH LOCATION AND AT THE
DATE INDICATED. IT IS NOT WARRANTED TO BE REPRESENTATIVE OF SUBSURFACE CONDITIONS AT OTHER LOCATIONS AND TIMES.
PROJECT NO. 06480-32-01
DEPTH
IN
FEET
SOIL
CLASS
(USCS)
BORING B 3
ELEV. (MSL.) 102
EQUIPMENT
DATE COMPLETED
CME 55
4/3/00
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MATERIAL DESCRIPTION
10
12
B3-1
B3-2
B3-3
B3-4
- 14
B3-5
16 -
- 18 -
- 20 -
22 -
24 -
26 -
28
B3-6
B3-7
SM
FILL
Grass and plants at surface, observed some chunks of
asphalt^ and concrete at surface,_upger 3 " to 5 " dry _
Medium dense, moist, light olive-brown, Silty, fine to
medium SAND with dark brown, sandy clay
Medium dense, moist, light olive-brown, Silty, fine to
medium SAND
CL
ALLUVIUM
Stiff, very moist to saturated, dark olive-brown, Silty
CLAY with some sand
Medium dense, saturated, light yellowish-brown,
Silty, fine to medium SAND
SM Loose, saturated, yellowish-brown, Silty, fine SAND
(water in sampler)
Loose, saturated, yellowish-brown, Silty, fine to
medium SAND with some clay
22
27
113.5
111.2
16 104.2
15 105.6
11
8.4
10.7
22.3
20.6
Figure A-7, Log of Boring B 3 PACCC
SAMPLE SYMBOLS ° - '''''''' UNSUCCESSFUL
W ... DISTURBED OR BAG SAMPLE
c.
B..
. STANDARD PENETRATION TEST DRIVE SAMPLE (UNDISTURBED)
. CHUNK SAMPLE I ... WATER TABLE OR SEEPAGE
NOTE: THE LOG OF SUBSURFACE CONDITIONS SHOWN HEREON APPLIES ONLY AT THE SPECIFIC BORING OR TRENCH LOCATION AND AT THE
DATE INDICATED. IT IS NOT WARRANTED TO BE REPRESENTATIVE OF SUBSURFACE CONDITIONS AT OTHER LOCATIONS AND TIMES.
PROJECT NO. 06480-32-01
DEPTH
IN
FEET
SAMPLE
NO.
>-CO O _J
o
X
SOIL
CLASS
(USCS)
BORING B 3
ELEV. (MSL.) 102
EQUIPMENT
DATE COMPLETED
CME 55
4/3/00
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a
30
MATERIAL DESCRIPTION
B3-8
32 H
34
36 -
38 -
40 -
42 -
44
46 H
48
50 H
52
54
56
H 58 H
B3-9
B3-10
B3-11
B3-12
B3-13
•I ' I
SC
CL
SM
Loose, saturated, yellowish-brown. Clayey, fine to
medium SAND with trace silt
Loose, saturated, olive to yellowish-brown. Clayey,
fine to medium SAND with trace silt
Stiff, saturated, grayish to yellowish-brown, Sandy
CLAY with trace gravel
Very stiff, saturated, light grayish-brown, Sandy
CLAY with trace quartz gravel
Very stiff, saturated, grayish-brown, Silty CLAY with
some light grayish-brown, fine to medium sand with
trace quartz gravel
Medium dense, saturated, light yellowish-brown,
Silty, fine to medium SAND
13 100.6
11 103.2
12 102.8
21 100.3
27 104.6
-45-104 .'1
Figure A-8, Log of Boring-B 3 PACCC
D ... SAMPLING UNSUCCESSFUL SAMPLE SYMBOLS "
m ... DISTURBED OR BAG SAMPLE
C.
B..
. STANDARD PENETRATION TEST DRIVE SAMPLE (UNDISTURBED)
. CHUNK SAMPLE 3C ... WATER TABLE OR SEEPAGE
NOTE: THE LOG OF SUBSURFACE CONDITIONS SHOWN HEREON APPLIES ONLY AT THE SPECIFIC BORING OR TRENCH LOCATION AND AT THE
DATE INDICATED. IT IS NOT WARRANTED TO BE REPRESENTATIVE OF SUBSURFACE CONDITIONS AT OTHER LOCATIONS AND TIMES.
I ROJECT NO. 06480-32-01
DEPTH
IN
FEET
SAMPLE
NO.
> to o _J o
X
SOIL
CLASS
(USCS)
BORING B 3
ELEV. (MSL.) 102
EQUIPMENT
DATE COMPLETED
CME 55
4/3/00
UJ^IQ a
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CO
MATERIAL DESCRIPTION
60 I B3-14 SM SANTIAGO FORMATION
Dense, saturated, white to light olive-brown, Silty,
fine to medium SAND with some quartz gravel
BORING TERMINATED AT 61 FEET
GROUNDWATER ENCOUNTERED AT 21.5 FEET
MEASURED AFTER BORING COMPLETED
38 96.4 25.0
Figure A-9, Log of Boring-B 3 PACCC
n ... SAMPLING UNSUCCESSFUL
SAMPLE SYMBOLS ^ ^AHKLINU
S ... DISTURBED OR BAG SAMPLE
c.
B..
. STANDARD PENETRATION TEST DRIVE SAMPLE (UNDISTURBED)
. CHUNK SAMPLE X ... WATER TABLE OR SEEPAGE
NOTE; THE LOG OF SUBSURFACE CONDITIONS SHOWN HEREON APPLIES ONLY AT THE SPECIFIC BORING OR TRENCH LOCATION AND AT THE
DATE INDICATED. IT IS NOT WARRANTED TO BE REPRESENTATIVE OF SUBSURFACE CONDITIONS AT OTHER LOCATIONS AND TIMES.
I ROJECT NO. 06480-32-01
DEPTH
IN
FEET
SAMPLE
NO.
>-CO O _J
o
X
SOIL
CLASS
(USCS)
BORING B 4
ELEV. (MSL.) 102
EQUIPMENT
DATE COMPLETED
CME 55
4/3/00
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MATERIAL DESCRIPTION
0 '/ V* '/
B4-1
B4-2
- 6 -
8 -
10 -
12
14 -
- 16
I SM
FILL
Grass and plants at surface, observed small chunks of
asphalt^ancl concrete at surface, upper 4" to 6'^clry
Medium dense, moist, yellowish-brown to light
grayish-brown, Silty, fine to medium SAND
Medium dense, moist, grayish-brown, Silty, fine to
medium SAND with trace clay
B4-3 SM-SC
ALLUVIUM
Very stiff, moist, grayish-brown, Silty, fine to
medium SAND with interbedded dark brown, sandy
clay
B4-4 SC
- 18
20 -
22 -
/•
Medium dense, saturated, dark brown, Clayey, fine to
medium SAND with trace silt
B4-5
Medium dense, saturated, yellowish-brown, Silty, fine
to medium SAND (water in sampler)
SM
24
26
B4-6
28 -
SM-SC Medium dense, saturated, yellowish-brown, Silty, fine
to medium SAND, interbedded with yellowish-brown,
clayey sand
16
17 115.8 13.8
25
15
15 105.3 21.5
18
Figure A-10 , Log of Boring-B 4 PACCC
SAMPLE SYMBOLS • .. . SAMPLING UNSUCCESSFUL c. . STANDARD PENETRATION TEST • .. . DRIVE SAMPLE (UNDISTURBED) SAMPLE SYMBOLS B..
. DRIVE SAMPLE (UNDISTURBED)
^ .. . DISTURBED OR BAG SAMPLE B.. . CHUNK SAMPLE ¥ •• . WATER TABLE OR SEEPAGE
NOTE: THE LOG OF SUBSURFACE CONDITIONS SHOWN HEREON APPLIES ONLY AT THE SPECIFIC BORING OR TRENCH LOCATION AND AT THE
DATE INDICATED. IT IS NOT WARRANTED TO BE REPRESENTATIVE OF SUBSURFACE CONDITIONS AT OTHER LOCATIONS AND TIMES.
PROJECT NO. 06480-32-01
DEPTH
IN
FEET
SAMPLE
NO.
>-to o _l o
X
SOIL
CLASS
(USCS)
BORING B 4
ELEV. (MSL.) 102
EQUIPMENT
DATE COMPLETED
CME 55
4/3/00
I-^LU
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- 30
MATERIAL DESCRIPTION
1 B4-7 SM-SC
32 -
34 -
36 -
38 -
40 -
42
44 H
46
48 H
h 50
141
Medium dense, saturated, yellowish-brown, Silty, fine
to medium SAND, interbedded with light olive,
clayey silt
B4-8 I-ll; SP-SM
B4-9 [
Medium dense, saturated, yellowish-brown, Silty, fme
to coarse SAND with trace quartz gravel
Medium dense, saturated, yellowish-brown, Silty, fine
to coarse SAND
B4-10
Medium dense, saturated, tan. Clayey, fine to medium
SAND with trace gravel
B4-11 'A-yk
SC
SM SANTIAGO FORMATION
Very dense, saturated, white to light grayish-brown,
Silty, fine to medium SANDSTONE
BORING TERMINATED AT 50.3 FEET
GROUNDWATER ENCOUNTERED AT 21 FEET
MEASURED AFTER BORING COMPLETED
22
24 107.6 20.6
18
29
-50/4"
Figure A-11, Log of Boring-B 4 PACCC
SAMPLE SYMBOLS • ... SAMPLING UNSUCCESSFUL B
S ... DISTURBED OR BAG SAMPLE B
STANDARD PENETRATION TEST DRIVE SAMPLE (UNDISTURBED)
CHUNK SAMPLE I ... WATER TABLE OR SEEPAGE
NOTE: THE LOG OF SUBSURFACE CONDITIONS SHOWN HEREON APPLIES ONLY AT THE SPECIFIC BORING OR TRENCH LOCATION AND AT THE
DATE INDICATED. IT IS NOT WARRANTED TO BE REPRESENTATIVE OF SUBSURFACE CONDITIONS AT OTHER LOCATIONS AND TIMES.
PROJECT NO. 06480-32-01
BORING B 5
ELEV. (MSL.) 101
EQUIPMENT
DATE COMPLETED
CME 55
4/3/00
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MATERIAL DESCRIPTION
FILL
Surface covered with grass and plants, observed
chunks of AC and concrete at surface, upper 4" to 6"
dry
Medium dense, moist, light olive-brown, Silty, fine to
medium SAND with trace dark brown, sandy clay
17 116.5 14.9
Stiff, moist, dark brown, Sandy CLAY with some
light olive-brown, silty sand 16 117.0 15.4
SANTIAGO FORMATION
Very dense, moist, white to light yellowish-brown,
Silty, fine to medium SANDSTONE
50/6"
Very dense, moist, light yellowish-brown, Silty, fine
to medium SANDSTONE with thin lenses of siltstone
BORING TERMINATED AT 15.5 FEET
NO GROUNDWATER ENCOUNTERED
50/6"
Figure A-12, Log of Boring B 5 PACCC
D... SAMPLING UNSUCCESSFUL
SAMPLE SYMBOLS ^ =>«nKLiNl> UMSULUC^arUL
^ ... DISTURBED OR BAG SAMPLE
c.
B..
. STANDARD PENETRATION TEST DRIVE SAMPLE (UNDISTURBED)
. CHUNK SAMPLE ¥ ••• WATER TABLE OR SEEPAGE
NOTE: THE LOG OF SUBSURFACE CONDITIONS SHOWN HEREON APPLIES ONLY AT THE SPECIFIC BORING OR TRENCH LOCATION AND AT THE
DATE INDICATED. IT IS NOT WARRANTED TO BE REPRESENTATIVE OF SUBSURFACE CONDITIONS AT OTHER LOCATIONS AND TIMES.
CL (U
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Site : PACIFICA
Location : CPT-1
Engineer : M. EMBICK
Date : 05:25:00 07:09
-10
-20
-30
-40
-50
-60
-70
-80
Fs (tsf)
0.0 5.0
Rf (%) SBT
Silty Sami./Satul Sand Silly Soiul/SuuJ Sand
Silty Sand/Saiid
Sand
Silt
Clayey Silt
SUty Clay Clay Sandy SUt SUt Sandy SUt SUt
Clayey SUt
Clay
SUt
SUty Sand/Sand
Sand
SUty Sand/Sand SUt
Sandy SUt
San>l
Sill
Clayey Silt
Sill
Clayey Sill
Sandy Sill Sill
Sandy Sill
SUty Send/Sand
Sandy Sill
Sandy SUt
Clayey Sill Sill
Claj«y Sill
Oayvy Sill
SUty Saud/Sand
Sand
Silly Sand/Sand
Max. Depth: 70.05 (ft)
Depth Inc.: 0.164 (ft)
SBT: Soil Behavior Type (Robertson and Campanella lOBR)
Figure A-13
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-10
-20
-30
-AO
-50
-60
-70
-80
GEOCON Site : PACIFICA
Location : CPT-2
Engineer : M. EMBICK
Date : 05:25:00 07:57
Qt (tsf) Fs (tsf)
300 G.G 5.0
Ud (psi)
0 25
Rf (%)
—\ ! 1—!—'~'—1—1—
f
1
•TTI—I—I—I—I—r—T—r I M I I I I I
SBT
1
M I I I I M
Silly Sand/Sand
Sandy Silt
SUt
Sandy Sill
SUt
Clayey Sill
Silly Clay
(layey Silt
Sill
LTayey Silt
SUt
Sandy Silt
SUl
CUyey Silt
SUt
Clayey SUt
Clay
SUty Clay
Clayey Sill
SUl
Clayey SUt
SUt
Clayey Silt
SUt
Sandy SIU
SUt
Sandy Silt
Silt
Clayey Silt
SUt
Sandy Silt
Silt
Sandy Sill
SUl
Sandy Sill
Clajey SUt
SUt
Sandy SUl
Silt
Sandy Sill
SUt
Clayey Silt
Sandy Sill
SUt
Clayey Silt
SUt
Clayey Silt
Silly Sand/Sand
Sandy Silt
SUty Saud/Sand
Max. Depth: 76.1 1 (ft)
Depth Inc.: 0.164 (ft)
SBT: Soil Behavior Type (Robertson and Campanella 19HH)
Figure A-14
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-10
-20
-30
-40
-50
-60
-70
-80
GEOCON Site : PACIFICA
Location : CPT-3
Engineer : M. EtlBICK
Date : 05:25:00 08:27
Qt (tsf) Fs (tsf)
300 0.0 5.0
Ud (psi)
0 25
Rf (%) SBT
—1—^ 1—r~~ 1 1—1—1—1—
f
Sundv Silt
Clayey Sill
Sandy SUt
SUt
Clayey Silt
SUt
Sandy Sill Clayey Silt
Clay
Clayey SUl
Clay
SUty Clay
Clay
SUty Clay
Clayey SUl
SUty Clay
Clayey SUt
Sandy SUl
SUt
SUty Sand/Sand
Sand
Sandy Sill
Silty Sand/Sand
SUt
Silty Sand/Sand
Sandy SUl
SUt
Sandy SUt
Max. Depth: 43.14 (ft)
Depth Inc.: 0.164 (ft)
SBT: Soil Behavior Type (Robertson and Campanella 1968)
Figure A-15
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EGG
-10
-20
-30
-40
-50
-60
-70
-80
GEOCON Site : PACIFICA
Location : CPT-4
Qt (tsf) Fs (tsf)
300 0.0 5.0
Ud (psi)
0 25
1—I—\—\—I—I—r
Engineer : fl. EMBICK
Date : 05:25:00 08:57
Rf (%) SBT
0 10 0 i;
1—I—n—r Sand
Saikly Sill
Silty Sand/^nd
Sandy Silt
Silly Saud/Sand
Max Depth: 9.02 (ft)
Depth Inc.: 0.164 (ft)
SBT: Soil Behavior Type (Robertson and Cami)anena 1988)
Figure A-16
Fs (tsf)
0.0 5.0
Site : PACIFICA
Location : CPT-5
Engineer : fl. EMBICK
Date : 05:25:00 09:06
Ud (psi)
0 25
Rf (%) SBT
111 II llllliill Sand
Silly Sand/Sand
Sandy Silt
Silt
Clayey Sill
(Hay
Clayey SUt
Sandy Sill
Clayey Silt
SUt
CTay
Silty CTay
Clayey Silt
SUl
Sandy Silt
Clayey SUt
Sandy SUl
Clayey Silt
Saudy SUt SUt
Saudy Sill
Silty Saud/Saud
Sauiy Sill
Silt
Clayey Silt
SUl
Clayey Sill
SUt
llaywy Silt
SUt
.Silly Clay
Sandy Sill
Max Deptlr 57.09 (ft
Depth Ina: 0.164 (ft)
SBT: Soil Behavior Tyix; (Robertson and Campanella 1988)
Figure A-17
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-10
-20
-30
-40
-50
GEOCON Site : PACIFICA
Location : CPT-6
Engineer : M. EMBICK
Date : 05:25:00 09:32
Qt (tsf) Fs (tsf) Ud (psi)
0 300 0.0 5.0
Rf (%) SBT
0 25
lllllllllllll Sand
Silly Saud/Sand
Silt
Sandy SUl
Silly Saud/I9and
SUt
Cla>«y Sill
Sandy Silt
SUt
enayey Sill
Clay
Silly Clay
Ouyey Silt
Silty Cloy
CTay
Silly CTay
Sandy SUl
SUl
SUty SanJ/Sand
Sand
Sandy SUl
SUt
Clayey Sill
Sill
SUty Sand/Saud
Satkdy SUl Sill
Sandy SUl
SUty Sand/Sand
Sand
Saudy Sill
SUt
CTayey SUt
Cemented Sand
SUt
Max. Depth: 50.03 (ft)
Depth Inc.: 0.164 (fi)
SBT: Soil Beliavior Type (Robertson and Canipanella 1988)
Figure A-18
Fs (tsf)
0.0 5.0
Site : PACIFICA
Location : CPT-7
Engineer : M. EMBICK
Date : 05:25:00 10:0^
Rf (%) SBT
Silly Sand/Sand
Sandy Sill
Silty Clay
Clay
Silty Clay
Clayey Sill
Silty Clay
Clay
Clayey Sill
SUt
Sandy Sill
Sill
CTayey Silt Silly Clay Clay
Clayey Sill
SUty Clay
SUl
Clayey Sill
SUl
Sandy Silt
Clayey SUl
Silly Clay
Clayey Silt
SUl
Clayey Silt
SUl
Saudy SUl
SUl
Clayey SUt
Sandy Silt
SUl
Clayey SUl
SUt
Clayey Sill
SUl
Clayey SUl
SUt
SlUy Clay
SUl Silty Sand/Saud
Saudy SUt
Silly Sand/Sand
SUl
Max. Depth: 64.47 (ft)
Depth Inc.: 0.164 (ft)
SBT: Soil Behavior Type (Robertson and Campanella 1988)
Figure A-19
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-10
-20
-30
-40
-50
-60
-70
-80
Site : PACIFICA
Location : CPT-8
Engineer : M. EMBICK
Date : 05:25:00 10: 3i
Qt (tsf)
300
Fs (tsf)
0.0 5.0
Rf ( SBT
I I I I I I I I I I TTTTTTTTTTT
Sandy Silt
Silt
Clayey Silt
Silly Clay
Clay
Silly Clay
Clayey SUl
SUty Clay
Silt
Clay
SUly Clay
Clayey Sill
Clayey SUl
SUty Sand/Saud
Sand
Silly Sand/Sand
Sandy SUl
SUt
Clayey SUl Sandy Sill SUlv Sand/Sand Sandy Silt
Sill
Clayey Silt
Silt
Sandy Sill
SUt
Clayey Silt
Sai»ly SUl
Sill
Silly Sand/Sand
Sand
SUty San.l/Sand
Sand
Max. Depth: 65.12 (ft)
Depth Inc.: 0.164 (ft)
SBT: Soil Behavior Type (Robertson and Campanella 1988)
Figure A-20
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GEOCON Site : PACIFICA
Location : CPT-9
Engineer : M. EMBICK
Date : 05: 25: 00 1 1: 07
Qt (tsf)
-10
-20
-30
-40
-50
-60
Fs (tsf)
300 0.0 5.0
Ud (psi)
0 25
Rf (%) SBT
I 11 11 ^llllliill Silty Saiul/Saiid
Sand
.Sandy Silt
SUl
Clayey Silt Silty Clay
Clay
Silly Clay
Clay
Silty Clay
Clay
SUty Clay
Clayey SUl
SUly Clay
Clayey SUt
SUt
Clu>ey Sill
SUt
Clayey Sill
Sill
CTayey Silt
Silly Oay
Clay
Clayey SUl
CTay
SUty Clay
Clay
Clayey Silt
SUly Sand/SarvJ
SUt
Satidy Sill
Clayey SUt
SUty Clay Clayey Sill
SUl
CTayey Silt
Silt
SUly Sand,/Sand Sand Saudy SUt
Silty Sand/Saud
Sandy Silt
Max. Depth: 64.47 (ft)
Depth Inc.: 0.164 (ft)
SBP: Soil Behavior Type (Robertson and Campanella 1988)
Figure A-21
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-30
-40
-50
-60
-70
GEOCON
r
Site : PACIFICA
Location : CPT-10
Engineer : M. EMBICK
Date : 05: 25: 00 1 1: -^3
Qt (tsf) Fs (tsf)
300 0.0 5.0
Rf (%) SBT
Sandy Sill SUty Sarul/Sand
Sandy Sill
Clayey Sill
(luy
Clayey Silt
SUl
SUly Sand/Saud
Sand
Saudy Sill
SUl
Clayey Silt
Clay
SUt
Sandy SUt
Clayey SUl
SUly Clay
Sandy SUt
SUt
Sandy SUl
Sill
Sandy Sill
CTayey SUt
SUly Clay
Clayey SUl
SUty Clay
Clayey SUt
SUt
Sandy SUt
SUty Sand/Sand
Sandy SUt
Silly Saud/^nd
Sill
Clayey SUl
SUty CTay
Clayey Silt
Sandy Sill
Silly Sand/Sand
Max. Deptlr 64.14 (ft)
Depth Inc.: 0.164 (ft)
SBT: Soil Behavior Type (Robertson and Campanella 1988)
Figure A-22
f
Site : PACIFICA
Location : CPT-11
Engineer : M. EMBICK
Date : 05: 25: 00 1 2: 1 1
Fs (tsf)
0.0 5.0
Rf (%) SBT
-1—I—I—I—r •M M 1 M I M SUly Sand/Sand
Sandy Sill
CTayey Silt
Clay
Clayey Sill
SUt
Silly Sand/Sand
SUt
SUty Clay
Clay
Silly CTay
SUl
Sandy SUl
SUl
Clayey SUt
SUt
Clayey SUl SUl Sandy SUl SUl
Saudy SUt
Silly Sand/Saud
Sill
Clayey Silt
SUt
Clayey SUt
Sill
SUly Clay
Clayey Silt
SUt
SUty Clay
SUt
SUty CTay
Clayey Sill
SUly Clay
Sauly SUl
Max. Depth: 63.16 (ft)
Depth Inc.: 0.164 (fl)
SBT: Soil Behavior Type (Robertson and Campanella 1988)
Figure A-23
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Site : PACIFICA
Location : CPT-12
Engineer : M. EMBICK
Date : 05:25:00 12:-^2
Qt (tsf) Rf (%) SBT
-10
-20
-30
-40
-50
-60
-70
-80
300
TTTTTTTTTTT ~„lu^^ Sill
SUty .Sand/Saud
••ll'
sm
CTayey Silt
Cliil
Sill
Sandy Sill
Silty .Soiul/Soud
Silt
Silly Clay
(laywy Silt
Silt
Cla)*y Silt
Silty San-I/Saud
Clayey Silt
SUl
Clayey Sill
SUt
Saudy Silt Sill
Sandy SUt
Sill
Clayey Silt
SUt
Clayey Silt
Clayey Sill
SUl
Clayey Silt SUt
Silty Saml/Saiid
Sultai
Saudy Sill
Sill
Saitdy Silt
(Tayey Sill
SUt
Clayey Sill
Saudy Silt
Max. Depth: 69.06 (ft)
Depth Inc.: 0.164 (ft)
SBT: Soil Behavior Type (Robertson and ('ampanoila 1988)
Figure A-24
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-10
-20
-30
-40
-50
-60
-70
-80
Site : PACIFICA
Location : CPT-13
Engineer : M. EMBICK
Date : 05: 25: 00 1 3: M
Qt (tsf)
300
Fs (tsf)
0.0 5.0
Ud (psi)
0
Rf (%) SBT
10
Silt
Saudy Silt
Silt
Sandy Silt Silty Suiul/Sand Clayey Sill Saudy Silt Clayey Silt Silty Clay
Clay
Stiff Hue Grained
Max Depth: 18.04 (ft)
Depth Inc.: 0.164 (ft)
SBT: Soil Behavior Type (Robertson and Campanella 1988)
Figure A-25
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IZ
QJ
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-10
GEOCON Site : PACIFICA
Location : CPT-M
Engineer : M. EMBICK
Date : 05:25:00 13:25
Qt (tsf)
300
Ud (psi)
0
Rf (%) SBT
Saiulv Sill
SUl
Sandy Sill
SUly Saiul/Saiul
Saiiiiy Silt
SUty Suiid/Sami
Sandy SUt
Clayey Sill
SiUy Clay
1 li.v
Silly (Tay
Clayey Silt
Silly Clay Clayey Silt SUt
CTayey Sill
SUly Clay Clayey Sill Sill
Clayey SUl
SUl
Clayey Sill
SUt
Saudy Sill
SUt
Clayey Silt
Clayey Silt
SUt
Clayey Silt
Sill
S,.ii.lv Sill
Max. Depth: 56.43 (ft)
Depth Inc.: 0.164 (ft)
.Siri': Soil Behavior Type (Robert son and Campanella 1988]
Figure A-26
Site : PACIFICA
Location : CPT-15
Engineer : M. EMBICK
Date : 05:25:00 13:58
Ud (psi)
G
Rf (%) SBT
0 i:
Seiuly Sill
SUly Saud/Sand
Sandy Silt SUl
Clay
SUty Clay
Clayey SUt
SUt
Sandy SUl
Sill
Silly Saud/Sand
Sand
SUty Sand/Sand
Sill
Clayey SUl
SUt
Clayey Silt
Silly Clay
Clay
Clayey Sill
SUl
SaiKly Silt
Clayey SUl
Sill
Sandy SUl
SUt
Clayey SUt
Sandy SUl
SUt
Sandy Sill
SUt
Sandy Silt
SUt
Clayey Sill
Sandy Sill
SUty Sand/Sand
Sandy Silt
Clayey Sill
Max. Depth: 66.44 (ft)
Depth Inc.: 0.164 (ft)
SBL Soil Behavior Type (Robertson and Campanella 1988)
Figure A-27
APPENDIX
APPENDIX B
LABORATORY TESTING
Laboratory tests were performed in general accordance with the test methods of the American Society
for Testing and Materials (ASTM) or other suggested procedures. Selected, relatively undisturbed
drive samples were tested for their in-place dry density, moisture content, and consolidation
characteristics. Gradation tests were performed on several bulk samples.
The results of our laboratory tests are presented in graphical forms hereinafter. The in-place dry
density and moisture characteristics are presented on the exploratory boring logs. Consolidation and
gradation test results are presented on Figures B-l through B-16.
Project No. 06480-32-01 February 7, 2001
PROJECT NO. 06480-32-01
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SAMPLE NO. Bl-5
-4
10
12 0.1 10 100
APPLIED PRESSURE (ksf)
Initial Dry Density (pcf) 108.2
Initial Water Content (%) 21.2
Initial Saturation (%) 100-h
Sample Saturated at (ksf) .125
CONSOLIDATION CURVE
PACIFICA CARLSBAD
CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA
PACCC Figure B-l
PROJECT NO. 06480-32-01
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SAMPLE NO. Bl-7
-2
10
12 0.1 10 100
APPLIED PRESSURE (ksf)
Initial Dry Density (pcf) 108.0
Initial Water Content (%) 23.3
Initial Saturation (%) 100+
Sample Saturated at (ksf) .125
CONSOLIDATION CURVE
PACIFICA CARLSBAD
CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA
PACCC Figure B-2
PROJECT NO. 06480-32-01
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SAMPLE NO. Bl-9
10
12
0.1 10 100
APPLIED PRESSURE (ksf)
Initial Dry Density (pcf) 100.9
Initial Water Content (%) 27.8
Initial Saturation (%) 100-f
Sample Saturated at (ksf) .125
CONSOLIDATION CURVE
PACIFICA CARLSBAD
CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA
PACCC Figure B-3
PROJECT NO. 06480-32-01
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SAMPLE NO. Bl-12
-4
10
12 0.1 10 100
APPLIED PRESSURE (ksf)
Initial Dry Density (pcf) 101.5
Initial Water Content (%) 25.6
Initial Saturation (%) 100-f
Sample Saturated at (ksf) .125
CONSOLIDATION CURVE
PACCC
PACinCA CARLSBAD
CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA
Figure B-4
PROJECT NO. 06480-32-01
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SAMPLE NO. B3-8
-4
10
12 0.1 10 100
APPLIED PRESSURE (ksf)
Initial Dry Density (pcf) 100.6
Initial Water Content (%) 23.3
Initial Saturation (%) 95.3
Sample Saturated at (ksf) .125
CONSOLIDATION CURVE
PACinCA CARLSBAD
CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA
PACCC Figure B-5
PROJECT NO. 06480-32-01
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SAMPLE NO. B3-10
10
12
0.1 10 100
APPLIED PRESSURE (ksf)
Initial Dry Density (pcf) 102.8
Initial Water Content (%) 25.1
Initial Saturation (%) 100-H
Sample Saturated at (ksf) .125
CONSOLIDATION CURVE
PACIFICA CARLSBAD
CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA
PACCC Figure B-6
PROJECT NO. 06480-32-01
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SAMPLE NO. B3-12
-4
10
12
0.1 10
APPLIED PRESSURE (ksf)
Initial Dry Density (pcf) 104.6
Initial Water Content (%) 22.7
100
Initial Saturation (%) 100
Sample Saturated at (ksf) .125
CONSOLIDATION CURVE
PACIFICA CARLSBAD
CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA
PACCC Figure B-7
Pacifica Carlsbad - Sample Bl-5
Time Rate of Consolidation
-2640 t-
-2660
-2680
o, -2700 c
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tc
la
a -2720
-2740
-2760
-2780
0.01 0.10 1.00 10.00 100.00
Time (minutes)
1000.00 10000.00 100000.00
Load 4,000 psf Figure B-8
Pacifica Carlsbad - Sample 81-7
Time Rate of Consolidation
-2700
-2750
-2800
O)
c '•5
2 -2850
-2900
-2950
-3000
0.01 0.10 1.00 10.00 100.00 1000.00 10000.00 100000.00
Time (minutes)
Load 4,000 psf Figure B-9
Pacifica Carlsbad - Sample 81-9
Time Rate of Consolidation
-2450
-2500 O
-2550
g -2600
"ra
Q
-2650
-2700
-2750 4
0.01 0.10 1.00 10.00 100.00
Time (minutes)
1000.00 10000.00 100000.00
Load 6,000 psf Figure B-10
-2580
-2600
-2620
-2640
-2660
.£ -2680
m o CC
S -2700 Q
-2720
-2740
-2760
-2780
-2800
0.01
Pacifica Carlsbad - Sample 81-12
Time Rate of Consolidation
0.10 1.00 10.00 100.00
Time (minutes)
1000.00 10000.00 100000.00
Load 8,000 psf Figure B-11
Pacifica Carlsbad - Sample B3-8
Time Rate of Consolidation
-1900
-1950
-2000
Ol
c
I -2050
re
-2100
-2150
-2200 4
0.01 0.10 1.00 10.00 100.00 1000.00 10000.00 100000.00
Time (minutes)
Load 6,000 psf Figure B-12
Pacifica Carlsbad - Sample 83-10
Time Rate of Consolidation
-2050 1
-2100
-2150
tc
n
5
-2200
-2250
-2300
0.01 0.10 1.00 10.00 100.00
Time (minutes)
1000.00 10000.00 100000.00
Load 4,000 psf Figure B-13
Pacifica Carlsbad - Sample 83-12
Time Rate of Consolidation
-2440
-2460
-2480
-2500
Ol
c
^ -2520
ra
D
-2540
-2560
-2580
-2600
0.01
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• •
— —
•
* 1' .
0.10 1.00 10.00 100.00
Time (minutes)
1000.00 10000.00 100000.00
Load 4,000 psf Figure B-14
PROJECT NO. 06480-32-01
GRAVEL SAND
SILT OR CLAY COARSE FINE COARSE MEDIUM FINE SILT OR CLAY
100
90
80
5 "70
3" 1-1/2" 3/4" 3/8" 4
U. S. STANDARD SIEVE SIZE
60 100 200
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60
£ 50
K 40
UJ u ct
UJ 30
20
10
0
10 1 0.1
GRAIN SIZE IN MILLIMETERS
0.01 0.001
SAMPLE Depth (ft) CLASSIFICATION VAT WC LL PL PI
• Bl-6 20.0 (CL) Fine to medium Sandy CLAY 23.5
III B2-9 40.0 (SP-SM) Fine to medium SAND, trace silt 22.2
• B3-6 20.0 (SP-SM) Fine SAND, trace silt
GRADATION CURVE
PACIFICA CARLSBAD
CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA
PACCC Figure B-15
PROJECT NO. 06480-32-01
GRAVEL SAND
SDLT OR CLAY COARSE FINE COARSE MEDIUM FINE SDLT OR CLAY
100
90
80
70
60
3" 1-1/2" 3/4" 3/8"
U. S. STANDARD SIEVE SIZE
60 100 200
CD H Ul
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U 50
H U.
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Ul u Q:
UJ 30
20
10
0
10 1 0.1
GRAIN SIZE EV MILLIMETERS
0.01 0.001
SAMPLE Depth (ft) CLASSIFICATION VATWC LL PL PI
• B4-6 25.0 (SP-SM) Fine to medium SAND with SILT
IXI B4-9 40.0 (SM) Silty, fme to coarse SAND
GRADATION CURVE
PACIFICA CARLSBAD
CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA
PACCC Figure B-16
APPENDIX M
APPENDIX C
RECOMMENDED GRADING SPECIFICATIONS
for
PACIFICA CARLSBAD
CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA
PROJECT NO. 06480-32-01
RECOMMENDED GRADING SPECIFICATIONS
1. GENERAL
1.1. These Recommended Grading Specifications shall be used in conjunction with the
Geotechnical Report for the project prepared by Geocon Incorporated. TTie recom-
mendations contained in the text of the Geotechnical Report are a part of the earthwork and
grading specifications and shall supersede the provisions contained hereinafter in the case
of conflict.
1.2. Prior to the commencement of grading, a geotechnical consultant (Consultant) shall be
employed for the purpose of observing earthwork procedures and testing the fills for
substantial conformance with the recommendations of the Geoteclmical Report and these
specifications. It will be necessary that the Consultant provide adequate testing and
observation services so that he may determine that, in his opinion, the work was performed
in substantial conformance with these specifications. It shall be the responsibility of the
Contractor to assist the Consultant and keep him apprised of work schedules and changes
so that personnel may be scheduled accordingly.
1.3. It shall be the sole responsibility of the Contractor to provide adequate equipment and
methods to accomplish the work in accordance with applicable grading codes or agency
ordinances, these specifications and the approved grading plans. If, in the opinion of the
Consultant, unsatisfactory conditions such as questionable soil materials, poor moisture
condition, inadequate compaction, adverse weather, and so forth, result in a quality of work
not in conformance with these specifications, the Consultant will be empowered to reject
the work and recommend to the Owner that construction be stopped until the unacceptable
conditions are corrected.
2. DEFINITIONS
2.1. Owner shall refer to the owner of the property or the entity on whose behalf the grading
work is being performed and who has contracted with the Contractor to have grading
performed.
2.2. Contractor shall refer to the Contractor performing the site grading work.
2.3. Civil Engineer or Engineer of Work shall refer to the Califomia licensed Civil Engineer
or consulting firm responsible for preparation of the grading plans, surveying and verifying
as-graded topography.
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2.4. Consultant shall refer to the soil engineering and engineering geology consulting firm
retained to provide geotechnical services for the project.
2.5. Soil Engineer shall refer to a Califomia licensed Civil Engineer retained by the Owner,
who is experienced in the practice of geotechnical engineering. The Soil Engineer shall be
responsible for having qualified representatives on-site to observe and test the Contractor's
work for conformance with these specifications.
2.6. Engineering Geologist shall refer to a Califomia licensed Engineering Geologist retained
by the Owner to provide geologic observations and recommendations during the site
grading.
2.7. Geotechnical Report shall refer to a soil report (including all addenda) which may include
a geologic reconnaissance or geologic investigation that was prepared specifically for the
development of the project for which these Recommended Grading Specifications are
intended to apply.
3. MATERIALS
3.1. Materials for compacted fill shall consist of any soil excavated from the cut areas or
imported to the site that, in the opinion of the Consultant, is suitable for use in construction
of fills. In general, fill materials can be classified as soil fills, soil-rock fills or rock fills, as
defined below.
3.1.1. Soil fills are defined as fills containing no rocks or hard lumps greater than 12
inches in maximum dimension and containing at least 40 percent by weight of
material smaller than 3/4 inch in size.
3.1.2. Soil-rock fills are defined as fills containing no rocks or hard lumps larger than 4
feet in maximum dimension and containing a sufficient matrix of soil fill to allow
for proper compaction of soil fill around the rock fragments or hard lumps as
specified in Paragraph 6.2. Oversize rock is defmed as material greater than 12
inches.
3.1.3. Rock fills are defined as fills containing no rocks or hard lumps larger than 3 feet
in maximum dimension and containing little or no fines. Fines are defined as
material smaller than 3/4 inch in maximum dimension. The quantity of fines shall
be less than approximately 20 percent of the rock fill quantity.
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3.2. Material of a perishable, spongy, or otherwise unsuitable nature as determined by the
Consultant shall not be used in fills.
3.3. Materials used for fill, either imported or on-site, shall not contain hazardous materials as
defined by the Califomia Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 4, Chapter 30, Articles 9
and 10; 40CFR; and any other applicable local, state or federal laws. The Consultant shall
not be responsible for the identification or analysis of the potential presence of hazardous
materials. However, if observations, odors or soil discoloration cause Consultant to
suspect the presence of hazardous materials, the Consultant may request from the Owner
the termination of grading operations within the affected area. Prior to resuming grading
operations, the Ovmer shall provide a written report to the Consultant indicating that the
suspected materials are not hazardous as defined by applicable laws and regulations.
3.4. The outer 15 feet of soil-rock fill slopes, measured horizontally, should be composed of
properly compacted soil fill materials approved by the Consultant. Rock fill may extend to
the slope face, provided that the slope is not steeper than 2:1 (horizontal:vertical) and a soil
layer no thicker than 12 inches is track-walked onto the face for landscaping purposes.
This procedure may be utilized, provided it is acceptable to the governing agency. Owner
and Consultant.
3.5. Representative samples of soil materials to be used for fill shall be tested in the laboratory
by the Consultant to determine the maximum density, optimum moisture content, and,
where appropriate, shear strength, expansion, and gradation characteristics of the soil.
3.6. During grading, soil or groundwater conditions other than those identified in the
Geotechnical Report may be encountered by the Contractor. The Consultant shall be
notified immediately to evaluate the significance of the unanticipated condition
4. CLEARING AND PREPARING AREAS TO BE FILLED
4.1. Areas to be excavated and filled shall be cleared and grubbed. Clearing shall consist of
complete removal above the ground surface of trees, stumps, brush, vegetation, man-made
structures and similar debris. Grubbing shall consist of removal of stumps, roots, buried
logs and other unsuitable material and shall be performed in areas to be graded. Roots and
other projections exceeding 1-1/2 inches in diameter shall be removed to a depth of 3 feet
below the surface of the ground. Borrow areas shall be grubbed to the extent necessary to
provide suitable fill materials.
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4.2. Any asphalt pavement material removed during clearing operations should be properly
disposed at an approved off-site facility. Concrete fragments which are free of reinforcing
steel may be placed in fills, provided they are placed in accordance with Section 6.2 or 6.3
of this document.
4.3. After clearing and gmbbing of organic matter or other unsuitable material, loose or porous
soils shall be removed to the depth recommended in the Geotechnical Report. The depth of
removal and compaction shall be observed and approved by a representative of the
Consultant. The exposed surface shall then be plowed or scarified to a minimum depth of
6 inches and until the surface is free from uneven features that would tend to prevent
uniform compaction by the equipment to be used.
4.4. Where the slope ratio of the original ground is steeper than 6:1 (horizontahvertical), or
where recommended by the Consultant, the original ground should be benched in
accordance with the following illustration.
TYPICAL BENCHING DETAIL
Finish Grade Original Grountl
Finish Slope Surface
Remove Ali
Unsuitable Material
As Recommended By
Soil Engineer Slope To Be Such That
Sloughing Or Sliding
Does Not Occur
See Note 1 See Note 2 —'
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DETAIL NOTES: (1) Key width "B" should be a minimum of 10 feet wide, or sufficiently wide to
pennit complete coverage with the compaction equipment used. The base of the
key should be graded horizontal, or inclined slightly into the natural slope.
(2) The outside of the bottom key should be below the topsoil or unsuitable surficial
material and at least 2 feet into dense formarional material. Where hard rock is
exposed in the bottom of the key, the depth and configuration of the key may be
modified as approved by the Consultant.
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4.5. After areas to receive fill have been cleared, plowed or scarified, the surface should be
disced or bladed by the Contractor until it is uniform and free from large clods. The area
should then be moisture conditioned to achieve the proper moisture content, and compacted
as recommended in Section 6.0 of these specifications.
5. COMPACTION EQUIPMENT
5.1. Compaction of soil or soil-rock fill shall be accomplished by sheepsfoot or segmented-steel
wheeled rollers, vibratory rollers, multiple-wheel pneumatic-tired rollers, or other types of
acceptable compaction equipment. Equipment shall be of such a design that it will be
capable of compacting the 50// or soil-rock fill to the specified relative compaction at the
specified moisture content.
5.2. Compaction of rock fills shall be performed in accordance with Section 6.3.
6. PLACING, SPREADING AND COMPACTION OF FILL MATERIAL
6.1. Soil fill, as defined in Paragraph 3.1.1, shall be placed by the Contractor in accordance with
the following recommendations:
6.1.1. iS'o/7 fill shall be placed by the Contractor in layers that, when compacted, should
generally not exceed 8 inches. Each layer shall be spread evenly and shall be
thoroughly mixed during spreading to obtain uniformity of material and moisture
in each layer. The entire fill shall be constructed as a unit in nearly level lifts.
Rock materials greater than 12 inches in maximum dimension shall be placed in
accordance with Section 6.2 or 6.3 of these specifications.
6.1.2. In general, the 50// fill shall be compacted at a moisture content at or above the
optimum moisture content as determined by ASTM D1557-91.
6.1.3. When the moisture content of soil fill is below that specified by the Consultant,
water shall be added by the Contractor until the moisture content is in the range
specified.
6.1.4. When the moisture content of the 50// fill is above the range specified by the
Consultant or too wet to achieve proper compaction, the 50// fill shall be aerated by
the Contractor by blading/mixing, or other satisfactory methods until the moisture
content is within the range specified.
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6.1.5. After each layer has been placed, mixed, and spread evenly, it shall be thoroughly
compacted by the Contractor to a relative compaction of at least 90 percent.
Relative compaction is defined as the ratio (expressed in percent) of the in-place
dry density of the compacted fill to the maximum laboratory dry density as
determined in accordance with ASTM D1557-91. Compaction shall be continuous
over the entire area, and compaction equipment shall make sufficient passes so that
the specified minimum relative compaction has been achieved throughout the
entire fill.
6.1.6. Soils having an Expansion Index of greater than 50 may be used in fills if placed at
least 3 feet below finish pad grade and should be compacted at a moisture content
- generally 2 to 4 percent greater than the optimum moisture content for the material.
6.1.7. Properly compacted soil fill shall extend to the design surface of fill slopes. To
achieve proper compaction, it is recommended that fill slopes be over-built by at
least 3 feet and then cut to the design grade. This procedure is considered
preferable to track-walking of slopes, as described in the following paragraph.
6.1.8. As an aitemative to over-building of slopes, slope faces may be back-rolled with a
heavy-duty loaded sheepsfoot or vibratory roller at maximum 4-foot fill height
intervals. Upon completion, slopes should then be track-walked with a D-8 dozer
or similar equipment, such that a dozer track covers all slope surfaces at least
twice.
6.2. Soil-rock fill, as defined in Paragraph 3.1.2, shall be placed by the Contractor in accordance
with the following recommendations:
6.2.1. Rocks larger than 12 inches but less than 4 feet in maximum dimension may be
incorporated into the compacted soil fill, but shall be limited to the area measured
15 feet minimum horizontally from the slope face and 5 feet below finish grade or
3 feet below the deepest utility, whichever is deeper.
6.2.2. Rocks or rock fragments up to 4 feet in maximum dimension may either be
individually placed or placed in windrows. Under certain conditions, rocks or rock
fragments up to 10 feet in maximum dimension may be placed using similar
methods. The acceptability of placing rock materials greater than 4 feet in
maximum dimension shall be evaluated during grading as specific cases arise and
shall be approved by the Consultant prior to placement.
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6.2.3. For individual placement, sufficient space shall be provided between rocks to allow
for passage of compaction equipment.
6.2.4. For windrow placement, the rocks should be placed in trenches excavated in
properly compacted soil fill. Trenches should be approximately 5 feet wide and 4
feet deep in maximum dimension. The voids around and beneath rocks should be
filled with approved granular soil having a Sand Equivalent of 30 or greater and
should be compacted by flooding. Windrows may also be placed utilizing an
"open-face" method in lieu of the trench procedure, however, this method should
first be approved by the Consultant.
6.2.5. " Windrows should generally be parallel to each other and may be placed either
parallel to or perpendicular to the face of the slope depending on the site
geometry. The minimum horizontal spacing for windrows shall be 12 feet
center-to-center with a 5-foot stagger or offset from lower courses to next
overlying course. The minimum vertical spacing between windrow courses shall
be 2 feet from the top of a lower windrow to the bottom of the next higher
windrow.
6.2.6. All rock placement, fill placement and flooding of approved granular soil in the
windrows must be continuously observed by the Consultant or his representative.
6.3. Rock fills, as defined in Section 3.1.3., shall be placed by the Contractor in accordance with
the following recommendations:
6.3.1. The base of the rock fill shall be placed on a sloping surface (minimum slope of 2
percent, maximum slope of 5 percent). The surface shall slope toward suitable
subdrainage outlet facilities. The rock fills shall be provided with subdrains during
construction so that a hydrostatic pressure buildup does not develop. The
subdrains shall be permanently connected to controlled drainage facilities to
control post-constmction infiltration of water.
6.3.2. Rock fills shall be placed in lifts not exceeding 3 feet. Placement shall be by rock
trucks fraversing previously placed lifts and dumping at the edge of the currently
placed lift. Spreading of the rock fill shall be by dozer to facilitate seating of the
rock. The rock fill shall be watered heavily during placement. Watering shall
consist of water tmcks traversing in front of the current rock lift face and spraying
water continuously during rock placement. Compaction equipment with
compactive energy comparable to or greater than that of a 20-ton steel vibratory
roller or other compaction equipment providing suitable energy to achieve the
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required compaction or deflection as recommended in Paragraph 6.3.3 shall be
utilized. The number of passes to be made will be determined as described in
Paragraph 6.3.3. Once a rock fill lift has been covered with soil fill, no additional
rock fill lifts will be permitted over the soil fill.
6.3.3. Plate bearing tests, in accordance with ASTM Dl 196-64, may be performed in
both the compacted soil fill and in the rock fill to aid in determining the number of
passes of the compaction equipment to be performed. If performed, a minimum of
three plate bearing tests shall be performed in the properly compacted soil fill
(minimum relative compaction of 90 percent). Plate bearing tests shall then be
performed on areas of rock fill having two passes, four passes and six passes of the
- compaction equipment, respectively. The number of passes required for the rock
fill shall be determined by comparing the results of the plate bearing tests for the
soil fill and the rock fill and by evaluating the deflection variation with number of
passes. The required number of passes of the compaction equipment will be
perfonned as necessary until the plate bearing deflections are equal to or less than
that determined for the properly compacted soil fill. In no case will the required
number of passes be less than two.
6.3.4. A representative of the Consultant shall be present during rock fill operations to
verify that the minimum number of "passes" have been obtained, that water is
being properly applied and that specified procedures are being followed. The
actual number of plate bearing tests will be determined by the Consultant during
grading. In general, at least one test should be performed for each approximately
5,000 to 10,000 cubic yards of rock fill placed.
6.3.5. Test pits shall be excavated by the Contractor so that the Consultant can state that,
in his opinion, sufficient water is present and that voids between large rocks are
properly filled with smaller rock material. In-place density testing will not be
required in the rock fills.
6.3.6. To reduce the potential for "piping" of fines into the rock fill from overlying soil
fill material, a 2-foot layer of graded filter material shall be placed above the
uppermost lift of rock fill. The need to place graded filter material below the rock
should be determined by the Consultant prior to commencing grading. The
gradation of the graded filter material will be determined at the time the rock fill is
being excavated. Materials typical of the rock fill should be submitted to the
Consultant in a timely manner, to allow design of the graded filter prior to the
commencement of rock fill placement.
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6.3.7. All rock fill placement shall be continuously observed during placement by
representatives of the Consultant.
7. OBSERVATION AND TESTING
7.1. The Consultant shall be the Owners representative to observe and perform tests during
clearing, gmbbing, filling and compaction operations. In general, no more than 2 feet in
vertical elevation of soil or soil-rock fill shall be placed without at least one field density
test being performed within that interval. In addition, a minimum of one field density test
shall be performed for every 2,000 cubic yards of soil or soil-rock fill placed and
compacted.
7.2. The Consultant shall perform random field density tests of the compacted soil or soil-rock
fill to provide a basis for expressing an opinion as to whether the fill material is compacted
as specified. Density tests shall be performed in the compacted materials below any
disturbed surface. When these tests indicate that the density of any layer of fill or portion
thereof is below that specified, the particular layer or areas represented by the test shall be
reworked until the specified density has been achieved.
7.3. During placement of rock fill, the Consultant shall verify that the minimum number of
passes have been obtained per the criteria discussed in Section 6.3.3. The Consultant shall
request the excavation of observation pits and may perform plate bearing tests on the
placed rock fills. The observation pits will be excavated to provide a basis for expressing
an opinion as to whether the rock fill is properly seated and sufficient moisture has been
applied to the material. If performed, plate bearing tests will be performed randomly on
the surface of the most-recently placed lift. Plate bearing tests will be performed to provide
a basis for expressing an opinion as to whether the rock fill is adequately seated. The
maximum deflection in the rock fill determined in Section 6.3.3 shall be less than the
maximum deflection of the properly compacted soil fill. When any of the above criteria
indicate that a layer of rock fill or any portion thereof is below that specified, the affected
layer or area shall be reworked until the rock fill has been adequately seated and sufficient
moisture applied.
7.4. A settlement monitoring program designed by the Consultant may be conducted in areas of
rock fill placement. The specific design of the monitoring program shall be as
recommended in the Conclusions and Recommendations section of the project
Geotechnical Report or in the final report of testing and observation services performed
during grading.
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7.5. The Consultant shall observe the placement of subdrains, to verify that the drainage devices
have been placed and constmcted in substantial conformance with project specifications.
7.6. Testing procedures shall conform to the following Standards as appropriate:
7.6.1. Soil and Soil-Rock Fills:
7.6.1.1. Field Density Test, ASTM D1556-82, Density of Soil In-Place By the
Sand-Cone Method.
7.6.1.2. Field Density Test, Nuclear Method, ASTM D2922-81, Density of Soil and
Soil-Aggregate In-Place by Nuclear Methods (Shallow Depth).
7.6.1.3. Laboratory Compaction Test, ASTM D1557-91, Moisture-Density
Relations of Soils and Soil-Aggregate Mixtures Using 10-Pound Hammer
and 18-Inch Drop.
7.6.1.4. Expansion Index Test, Uniform Building Code Standard 29-2, Expansion
Index Test.
7.6.2. Rock Fills
7.6.2.1. Field Plate Bearing Test, ASTM DI 196-64 (Reapproved 1977) Standard
Methodfor Nonrepresentative Static Plate Load Tests of Soils and Flexible
Pavement Components, For Use in Evaluation and Design of Airport and
Highway Pavements.
8. PROTECTION OF WORK
8.1. During constmction, the Contractor shall properly grade all excavated surfaces to provide
positive drainage and prevent ponding of water. Drainage of surface water shall be
controlled to avoid damage to adjoining properties or to fmished work on the site. The
Contractor shall take remedial measures to prevent erosion of freshly graded areas until
such time as permanent drainage and erosion control features have been installed. Areas
subjected to erosion or sedimentation shall be properly prepared in accordance with the
Specifications prior to placing additional fill or stmctures.
8.2. After completion of grading as observed and tested by the Consultant, no further
excavation or filling shall be conducted except in conjunction with the services of the
Consultant.
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9. CERTIFICATIONS AND FINAL REPORTS
9.1. Upon completion of the work. Contractor shall fiimish Owner a certification by the Civil
Engineer stating that the lots and/or building pads are graded to within 0.1 foot vertically of
elevations shown on the grading plan and that all tops and toes of slopes are within 0.5 foot
horizontally of the positions shown on the grading plans. After installation of a section of
subdrain, the project Civil Engineer should survey its location and prepare an as-built plan
of the subdrain location. The project Civil Engineer should verify the proper outlet for the
subdrains and the Contractor should ensure that the drain system is free of obstmctions.
9.2. The Owner is responsible for furnishing a final as-graded soil and geologic report
satisfactory to the appropriate goveming or accepting agencies. The as-graded report
should be prepared and signed by a Califomia licensed Civil Engineer experienced in
geotechnical engineering and by a Califomia Certified Engineering Geologist, indicating
that the geotechnical aspects of the grading were perfonned in substantial conformance
with the Specifications or approved changes to the Specifications.
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