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5741 Palmer Way Carlsbad Califonia 92010 (760) 438-315
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San Diego California 92106
\ Attention Mr. Don Mitchell
Subject ?—ayement Re rtlffpiovemenrof Loo p"Roads—W,nthTrai F-Way
Dear Mr. Mitchell: -
In accordance with your request, GeoSoils, Inc. (GSl) has.prëparéd this revised préliminàry
design and construction recommendations for asphalt concrete
subject site The scope of services provided in preparation of this report include a review
of the referenced, reports and documents (see the Appendix), an evaluation of the
structural pavement section for the subject area, and preparation of this report
PAVEMENT DESIGN
Pavement thickness section evaluation was based on traffic index values shown on the
improvement plans for this project (O'Day Consultants 2007) Pavement sections were
evaluated in accordance with the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans)
Highway Design Manual of Instructions and the City of Carlsbad Standard Drawings (see
the Appendix) Pavement thickness sections presented are based on the aforementioned
criteria and resitance value (R-value) data (see table), evaluated from soils exposed at, or
near, final subgrade elevations within the subject areas R-value testing was performed in
general accordance with the latest revisions to the Department of Transportation, State of
California Material '& Research Test Method No 301
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ASPHALT CONCRETE PAVEMENT
Structural Section
Traffic Indices (TI) were provided by the project civil engineer (O'Day Consultants, 2007)
as 6.0 for all subject traffic areas. R-values (see Plates 1 through 7) ranging from 5 to
14 were obtained for representative subgrade soils onsite and used in pavement design.
The recommended pavement sections are presented in the following table:
-- AC AGGREGATE
APPROXIMATE TRAFFIC SUBGRADE. THICKNESS BASETHlCKNESS.
TRAFFIC AREA INDEX 1 R-VALUE (lnches)2 (inches) -
Wind Trail Way 6.0 14 4.0 12.0(2(*
Stations 10+22 to 13+50 5.0
Wind Trail Way 6.0 7 4.0 13.0(2)*
Stations 13+N to 15 5.0 44~0—
Glen Avenue 6.0 5 4.0 13.0(2)*
Stations 10+22 to 14+L5 5.0 -140—
Glen Avenue 6.0 9 4.0 130(2)*
Stations 14+L5 to 18+22 5.0
Glen Avenue 6.0 10 4.0. 13.0(2)*
Stations 18+22 to 20+22 5.0
Glen Avenue 6.0 11 4.0 13.0(2)*
Stations 20+9 to 23+Lo 5.0 41-0—
Hilltop Street 6.0 8 . 4.0 13.0(2)*
All Stations 5.0 1I0_
Per the Improvement Plans (O'Day Consultants, 2007)
City minimum.
Denotes Class 2 Aggregate Base A >78, SE >25).
* Exceeds Caltrans requirements.
All pavement installation, including preparation and compaction of subgrade, compaction
of base material, and placement and rolling of asphaltic concrete, shall be done in
accordance with the City guidelines, and under the observation and testing of the project
geotechnical engineer and/or the City. It should be noted that subgrade lime treatment
was previously waived by the City for the construction of pavement in the Calavera
Hills/Robertson Ranch area (GSI; 2007a, 2007b, 2004a, 2004b, and 2004c). It is therefore
anticipated that lime stabilization will not be performed for the current road construction.
It should also be noted that the pavement sections presented exceed the minimum design
thickness, using Caltrans design methodology, by an additional 1½ to 21/2 inches of base,
for these relatively onerous subgrade conditions.
Calavera Hills II, LLC W.O. 5384-E-SC
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The recommended pavement sections are meant as minimums. If thinner or highly
variable pavement sections are constructed, increased maintenance and repair may be
needed. The recommended pavement sections provided above are intended as a
minimum guideline. If thinner or highly variable pavement sections are constructed,
increased maintenance and repair could be expected. If the ADT (average daily traffic) or
ADTT (average daily truck traffic) increases beyond that intended, as reflected by the TI
used for design, increased maintenance and repair could be required for the pavement
section. Consideration should be given to the increased potential for distress from overuse
of paved Street areas by heavy equipment and/or construction related heavy traffic
(e.g., concrete trucks, loaded supply trucks, etc.), particularly when the final section is not
in place (i.e., topcoat). Best management construction practices should be followed at all
times, especially during inclement weather.
PAVEMENT GRADING RECOMMENDATIONS
General
All section changes shall be properly transitioned. If adverse conditions are encountered
during the preparation of subgrade materials, special construction methods may need to
be employed. A GSI representative shall be present for the preparation of subgrade, base
rock, and asphalt concrete.
Subarade
Within street and parking areas, all surficial deposits of loose soil material shall be removed
and recompacted as recommended After the loose soils are removed, the bottom is to
be scarified to a depth of at least 12 inches, moisture conditioned as necessary, and
compacted to 95 percent of the maximum laboratory density, as determined by ASTM test
designation D-1557.
Deleterious material, excessively wet or dry pockets, concentrated zones of oversized rock
fragments, and any other unsuitable materials encountered during grading shall be
removed. The compacted fill material shall then be brought to the elevation of the
proposed subgrade for the pavement. The subgrade shall be, proof-rolled in order to
ensure a uniform firm and unyielding surface. All grading and fill placement shall be
observed by the project soil engineer and/or his representative.
Base Rock
Compaction tests are required for the recommended base section. Minimum relative
compaction required will be 95 percent of the laboratory maximum density as determined
by ASTM test designation D-1557. Base 'aggregate shall be in accordance with
Section 26 of Caltrans Standard specifications (California Department of Transportation,
2006), for Caltrans Class 2 aggregate base.
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Paving
Prime coat may be omitted if all of the following conditions are met:
The asphalt pavement layer is placed within two weeks of completion of base
and/or subbase course.
Traffic is not routed over completed base before paving.
Construction is completed during the dry season of May through October.
The base is kept free of debris prior to placement of asphaltic concrete.
If construction is performed during the wet season of November through April, prime coat
may be omitted if no rain occurs between completion of base course and paving and the
time between completion of base and paving is reduced to three days, provided the base
is free of loose soil or debris. Where prime coat has been omitted and rain occurs, traffic
is routed over base course, or paving is delayed, measures shall be taken to restore base
course and subgrade to conditions that will meet specifications as directed by the soil
engineer.
Drainage
Positive drainage shall be provided for all surface water to drain toward the curb and
gutter, or to an approved drainage channel. Positive site drainage shall be maintained at
all times. Water shall not be allowed to pond or seep into the ground. If planters or
landscaping are adjacent to paved areas, measures shall be taken to minimize the
potential for water to enter the pavement section, such as cut-off walls. etc.
OTHER DESIGN PROFESSIONALS/CONSULTANTS
The design civil engineer shall review the recommendations provided herein, incorporate
those recommendations into their plans, and by explicit reference, make this report part
of their project plans.
LIMITATIONS
The materials encountered on the project site and utilized for our analysis are believed
representative Of the area; however, soil and bedrock materials vary in character between
excavations and natural outcrops or conditions exposed during mass grading. Site
conditions may vary due to seasonal changes or other factors.
Calavera Hills II, LLC W.O. 5384-E-SC
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Geotechnical Engin
Inasmuch as our study is based upon our review and engineering analyses and laboratory
data, the conclusions and recommendations are professional opinions. These opinions
have been derived in accordance with current standards of practice, and no warranty is
express or implied. Standards of practice are subject to change with time. GSI assumes
no responsibility or liability for work or testing performed by others, or their inaction, or
work performed when GSl is not requested to be onsite, to evaluate if our
recommendations have been properly implemented.. Use of this report constitutes an
agreement and consent by the user to all the limitations outlined above, notwithstanding
any other agreements that may be in place. In addition, this report may be subject to
review bythe controlling authorities:
The opportunity to be of service is greatly appreciated. If you have any questions, please
do not hesitate to call our office.
Respectfully submitte._._.....
GeoSoils, Inc.
No. 1934
Certified I \ Engineering /
Robert G. Crism" Geologist A
Engineering Geol
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Attachments: Plates 1 through 7 - R-value Test Results
Appendix 7 References
Distribution: (4) Addressee
(2) Jobsite
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TEST SPECIMEN A B C D
Compactor air pressure PSI 240 180 140
Water added % 2.6 4.0 5.7
Moisture at compaction % 13.5 15.0 17.0
Height of sample IN 2.38 2.44 2.41
Dry density PCF 115.5 114.1 111.4
R-Value by exudation 19 14 13
R-Value by exudation, corrected 18 14 13
Exudation pressure PSI 489 314 239
Stability thickness FT 1.04 1.101 1.11
Expansion pressure thickness FT 1.37 0.831 0.50
DESIGN CALCULATION DATA
Traffic index, assumed 5.0
Gravel equivalent factor, assumed 1.25
Expansion, stability equilibrium 1.07
R-Value by expansion 16
R-Value by exudation 14
[R-Value at equilibrium 14
Expansion, Stability Equilibrium
3.00
2.50
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0.00 0.50 1.00 1.50 2.00 2.50 3.00
Cover Thickness by Expansion Pressure (ft)
SAMPLE INFORMATION
Sample Location: Wind Trail Way (Resample)
Sample Description: Gray Brown Sandy Clay
Notes:
2% Retained on 3/4 inch sieve
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R - VALUE TEST RESULTS
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Date: Oct-07 Plate: 1
TEST SPECIMEN A B C D
Compactor air pressure PSI 230 90 70
Water added % 3.3 6.0 7.1
Moisture at compaction % 15.1 18.2 19.5
Height of sample IN 2.43 2.53 2.57
Dry density PCF 114.4 108.5 106.6
R-Value by exudation 16 7 6
R-Value by exudation, corrected 15 7 6
Exudation pressure PSI 450 292 208
Stability thickness FT 1.08 1.191 1.20
Expansion pressure thickness I FT 1 1.13 0.371 0.13
DESIGN CALCULATION DATA
Traffic index, assumed 5.0
Gravel equivalent factor, assumed 1.25
Expansion, stability equilibrium 1.09
R-Value by expansion 15
R-Value by exudation 7
R-Value at equilibrium 7
Expansion, Stability Equilibrium
3.00
2.50
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Cover Thickness by Expansion Pressure (ft)
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TEST SPECIMEN A B C n
Compactor air pressure PSI 150 80 70
Water added % 5.0 7.5 8.8
Moisture at compaction % 17.0 20.0 21.5
Height of sample IN 2.5 2.55 2.57
Dry density PCF 111.2 103.5 102.0
R-Value by exudation 8 5 5
R-Value by exudation, corrected 8 5 5
Exudation pressure PSI 648 321 248
Stability thickness FT 1.181 1.22 1.22
Expansion pressure thickness FT 0.871 0.37 0.27
DESIGN CALCULATION DATA
Traffic index, assumed 5.0
Gravel equivalent factor, assumed 1.25
Expansion, stability equilibrium 0
R-Value by expansion NA
R-Value by exudation 5
[R-Value at equilibrium 5
Expansion, Stability Equilibrium
3.00
-2.5O
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0.00 .!,1 1 I I I I 1 1 I I I I 1 I I I 1 1 I I 1 I 1 I I
0.00 0.50 1.00 1.50 2.00 2.50 3.00
Cover Thickness by Expansion Pressure (ft)
SAMPLE INFORMATION
Sample Location: Glen Avenue (Restest)
Sample Description: Gray Brown Sandy Clay
Notes:
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TEST SPECIMEN A B C D
Compactor air pressure PSI 250 90 90
Water added % 4.7 6.4 8.1
Moisture at compaction % 19.0 21.0 22.9
Height of sample IN 2.44 2.51 2.58
Dry density PCF 108.7 104.4 100.2
R-Value by exudation 18 11 6
R-Value by exudation, corrected 17 11 6
Exudation pressure PSI 646 411 156
Stability thickness FT 1.05 1.141 1.20
Expansion pressure thickness I FT 1 1.37 0.671 0.27
DESIGN CALCULATION DATA
Traffic index, assumed 5.0
Gravel equivalent factor, assumed 1.25
Expansion, stability equilibrium 1.08
R-Value by expansion 16
R-Value by exudation 9
[111-Value at equilibrium 9
Expansion, Stability Equilibrium
3.00
2.50
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.00 !/1 11 I I I I I I I I I I I I
0.00 0.50 1.00 1.50 2.00 2.50 3.00
Cover Thickness by Expansion Pressure (ft)
SAMPLE INFORMATION
Sample Location: Glen Av. 14+75-18+00
Sample Description: Green Gray Clay W/ Sand
Notes:
0% Retained on 3/4 inch sieve
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TEST SPECIMEN A B C D
Compactor air pressure PSI 240 170 110
Water added % 1.8 3.1 4.5
Moisture at compaction % 12.5 14.0 15.5
Height of sample IN 2.43 2.46 2.54
Dry density PCF 119.8 117.4 112.4
R-Value by exudation 19 13 10
R-Value by exudation, corrected 18 13 10
Exudation pressure PSI 588 4251 294
bilitythickness
t
FT 1.04 1.11 1.15
ansion pressure thickness FT 1.07 0.601 0.13
DESIGN CALCULATION DATA
Traffic index, assumed 5.0
Gravel equivalent factor, assumed 1.25
Expansion, stability equilibrium 1.04
R-Value by expansion 19
R-Value by exudation 10
FR-Value at equilibrium 10
Expansion, Stability Equilibrium
3.00
2.50
2.00
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0050
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0.00 0.50 1.00 1.50 2.00 2.50 3.00
Cover Thickness by Expansion Pressure (ft)
SAMPLE INFORMATION
Sample Location: Glen Avenue 18+00
Sample Description: Gray Brown Sandy Clay
Notes:
0% Retained on 3/4 inch sieve
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TEST SPECIMEN A R r n
Compactor air pressure PSI 180 140 110
Water added % 3.9 4.8 6.0
Moisture at compaction % 18.0 19.1 20.5
Height of sample IN 2.45 2.43 2.41
Dry density PCF 107.9 108.3 108.2
R-Value by exudation 14 12 11
R-Value by exudation, corrected 14 12 11
Exudation pressure PSI
IFT
557 379 201
Stabilitythickness FT 1.10 1.13 1.14
Expansion pressure thickness 0.83 0.601 0.37
DESIGN CALCULATION DATA
Traffic index, assumed 5.0
Gravel equivalent factor, assumed 1.25
Expansion, stability equilibrium 0
ft-Value by expansion NA
R-Value by exudation 11
R-Value at equilibrium ii
Expansion, Stability Equilibrium
3.00
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0050
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0.00 0.50 1.00 1.50 2.00 2.50 3.00
Cover Thickness by Expansion Pressure (ft)
SAMPLE INFORMATION
Sample Location: Glen Avenue 21+00
Sample Description: Gray Brown Sandy Clay
Notes:
0% Retained on 3/4 inch sieve
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TEST SPECIMEN A B C D
Compactor air pressure PSI 260 150 110
Water added % 1.7 2.9 3.9
Moisture at compaction %
IPCF
15.5 16.9 18.0
Height of sample IN 2.41 2.45 2.48
Dry density 111.5 109.1 108.5
R-Value by exudation 16 10 8
R-Value by exudation, corrected 15 10 8
Exudation pressure PSI 639 415 291
Stability thickness ' FT 1.081 1.15 1.18
Expansion pressure thickness FT 1.201 0.931 0.73
DESIGN CALCULATION DATA
Traffic index, assumed' 5.0
Gravel equivalent factor, assumed 1.25
Expansion, stability equilibrium 1.1
R-Value by expansion 14
R-Value by exudation 8
[R-Value at equilibrium 8
Expansion, Stability Equilibrium
3.00
2.5O
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0.00 0.50 1.00 1.50 2.00 2.50 3.00
Cover Thickness by Expansion Pressure (ft)
SAMPLE INFORMATION
Sample Location: Hilltop St. 13+00
Sample Description: Yellow Gray Sandy Clay
Notes:
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APPENDIX
REFERENCES
California Department of Transportation, 2006, Caltrans, Standard specifications, May
printing.
Carlsbad, City of, 1993, Standards for design 'and construction of public works
improvements in the City of Carlsbad.
GeoSoils, Inc., 2007a, Pavement design report, Improvement (widening) of College
Boulevard (Stations 103to 118), and Cannon Road (Stations 127 +20 to 159),
City. of Carlsbad, San Diego County, California, W.O. 5354-E-SC, dated
September 18. '
2007b, Review of R-value data, Improvement (widening) of College Boulevard
(Stations 103 to 118)1 and Cannon Road (Stations 127 to 159), City of
• Carlsbad, San Diego County, California, W.O. 5354-E-SC, dated September 4.
2004a, Revised pavement design report, College Boulevard Stations 78 to
Reach C, Calavera Hills II, Carlsbad, San Diego County, California,
W.O: 4028-E-SC, dated April 19, 2004, by GeoSoils, Inc.
2004b, Revised pavement design report, College Boulevard Stations 101 to
118, Reach B, Calavera Hills II, Carlsbad, San Diego County, California,
'W.O 4029-E-SC,. dated April 23.
2004c, Third revision of pavement design report, Calavera Hills II, Cannon Road
Stations 125 +50 ' to 164, City of Carlsbad, San Diego County, 'California,
W.O. 4030-E-SC, dated May 14;
NEWCON90, 1991 Computer program for the determination of asphalt pavement sections,
version: April 30.
O'Day Consultants, 2007, Improvement plans, 'Robertson Rand East Village, sheets 42
through 45, drafted March 30, 2007, City approved April 5.
State of California, Department of Transportation, 2006, Highway design manual of
instructions, sixth edition, September printing. •
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