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Owner: Montava Partners LLC
225 N.9`h St.Suite 350
Boise, ID 83702-5735
Developer: Montava Development&Construction LLC
430. N.College Ave,Suite 410
Fort Collins,CO 80524
(512)507-5570
Contractors: TBD
Design Engineer: TST Inc.Consulting Engineers
748 Whalers Way,Suite 200
Fort Collins,CO 80525
(970)226-0557
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September 18, 2024
Mr. Andrew Crecca
City of Fort Collins
Environmental Regulatory Specialist
City Hall W 300 Laporte Ave
Fort Collins, CO 80521
Re: Montava Non-Pot Pump Station
Erosion Control Report
Project No. 1230.0009.00
Dear Mr. Crecca:
TST, Inc. Consulting Engineers (TST) is pleased to submit this Erosion Control
Report for the Montava Non-Pot Pump Station project to the City of Fort Collins
(City) for review and approval.
The purpose of this erosion control report is to outline the anticipated construction
practices and erosion pollution potential of the above-referenced proposed
Montava Non-Pot Pump Station project, as well as to provide a living document
and reference to coincide with any and all associated construction activities.
Please review the attached report and provide any questions or comments at your
earliest convenience. We appreciate the opportunity to be of continued service to
the city and look forward to receiving your comments and moving forward on this
important project.
Sincerely,
TST, INC. CONSULTING ENGINEERS
Brian R. Barker, E.I. Derek A. Patterson, P.E.
BRB DAP
748 Whalers Way
Suite 200 1 hereby attest that this erosion control report for the Montava Non-Pot Pump
Fort Collins,Co 80525 Station was prepared by me or under my direct supervision, in accordance with the
970.226.0557 main provisions of the Fort Collins Stormwater Criteria Manual (FCSCM).
970.226.0204 fax
ideas@tstinc.com
www.tstinc.com
Derek A. Patterson
Registered Professional Engineer
State of Colorado No. 48898
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Table of Contents
Montava Non-Pot Pump Station: Erosion Control Report
1.0 - PROJECT DESCRIPTION AND NATURE OF CONSTRUCTION ......................... 1
1.1 Introduction ..................................................................................................... 1
1.2 Project Location and Description................................................................... 1
1.3 Proposed Construction Activities.................................................................. 3
1.4 Existing Soil and Surface Conditions............................................................ 4
1.5 Wetlands and Receiving Waters..................................................................... 5
1.6 Erosion Control Administrator....................................................................... 6
1.7 Potential Pollutants......................................................................................... 6
2.0 - CONSTRUCTION CONTROL MEASURES ...........................................................7
2.1 Controls Overview........................................................................................... 7
2.2 Erosion and Sediment Controls..................................................................... 7
2.3 Materials Management...................................................................................13
2.4 Spill Management...........................................................................................16
2.5 Non-Storm Water Components of Discharge...............................................17
3.0 - MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS ...................................... 18
3.1 Inspection and Maintenance Overview.........................................................18
3.2 Minimum Monitoring Requirements..............................................................18
3.3 Reporting Requirements/ Inspection Reports.............................................19
3.4 Site Maps ........................................................................................................20
4.0 - FINAL VEGETATION AND STABILIZATION / CONCLUSION ...........................20
5.0 - REFERENCES......................................................................................................21
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List of Figures
1.1 Vicinity Map .....................................................................................................................3
Technical Appendix
Appendix A— Preliminary Subsurface Exploration Report
Appendix B — USDA Soil Survey Information
Appendix C— Urban Drainage and Flood Control District BMPs
Appendix D — City of Fort Collins Dust Prevention and Control Manual
Appendix E — Erosion Control Plan
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1 .0 - Project Description and Nature of Construction
1.1 Introduction
The following Erosion Control Report has been prepared for use during the construction of the
Montava Non-Pot Pump Station project. This plan describes recommended procedures and
best management practices, BMP's, to assist the contractor in complying with the Colorado
Water Quality Control Act and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act. The intent of this plan is
to provide the contractor with a place to consolidate records, logs, permits, applications etc. as
well as guidance on water quality protection. It is critical that the contractor understands that
this plan is a living document that must be updated and maintained throughout the
construction process.
1.2 Project Location and Description
The Montava Non-Pot Pump Station project site is located in Section 32, Township 8 North,
Range 68 West of the 6th Principal Meridian, within the City of Fort Collins, Larimer County,
Colorado. The proposed site is bounded on the north by farmland, Future Montava Subdivision
phases, and Richards Lake Road. On the east by farmland, N. Giddings Road, and Future
Montava Subdivision phases. On the south by farmland and Mountain Vista Drive. On the west
by farmland, the Number 8 Outlet Ditch, and Future Montava Subdivision phases. The Montava
Non-Pot Pump Station project contains approximately 15.5 acres and is within the Montava
Subdivision Phase D parcel. The Montava Non-Pot Pump Station project is currently zoned as
Low Density Mixed-Use Neighborhood District Flexible Overlay Zone (LMN), and consists of
Mixed-Use and Open Space. Approximately 2.4 acres are anticipated to be disturbed offsite in
the unplatted parcel in the northeast corner of Section 32.
The legal description of the project parcel is as follows:
A parcel of land, situate in the East Half (E1/2) of Section Thirty-two (32), Township
Eight North (T.8N.), Range Sixty-eight West (R.68W.) of the Sixth Principal Meridian (6th P.M.),
City of Fort Collins, County of Larimer, State of Colorado and being more particularly described
as follows:
COMMENCING at the Southeast corner of said Section 32 and assuming the South line of the
Southeast Quarter (SE1/4) as bearing North 89057'58" West, a distance of 2639.84 feet,
monumented by a #6 rebar with 2.5" aluminum cap stamped LS 17497 at the East end and by a
3.25" aluminum cap stamped LS 20123 at the West end and with all other bearings contained
herein relative thereto;
THENCE North 45015'52" West a distance of 71.08 feet to the North Right of Way (ROW) line of
Mountain Vista Drive, dedicated as Parcel 2 in the Deed recorded September 14, 1984, as Book
2289, Page 1283 of the Larimer County Clerk & Recorder (LCCR), to a line parallel with and
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50.00 feet North of, as measured at a right angle, the South line of said SE1/4 and to the POINT
OF BEGINNING;
THENCE North 89057'58" West, along said North line, a distance of 2514.83 feet to the East
line of that parcel described in the Warranty Deed dated June 18, 1904, as Book 187, Page 163
of the LCCR and to a line parallel with and 75.00 feet East of, as measured at a right angle, the
West line of said SE1/4;
THENCE North 00033'32" West, along said East line, a distance of 2599.42 feet to the North
line of the SE1/4, the East line of that parcel described in the Warranty Deed dated June 17,
1904, as Book 187, Page 178 of the LCCR and to a line parallel with and 75.00 feet East of, as
measured at a right angle, the West line of the Northeast Quarter (NE1/4) of Section 32;
THENCE North 00033'24" West, along said East line, a distance of 2590.24 feet to the South
ROW line of Richards Lake Road, dedicated as Parcel 1 in said Book 2289, Page 1283 and to a
line parallel with and 50.00 feet South of, as measured at a right angle, the North line NE1/4;
THENCE South 89°39'06" East, along said South line, a distance of 1608.80 feet to the West
line of that parcel described in the Warranty Deed dated May 15, 1886, as Book 44, Page 253
of the LCCR ;
THENCE South 45007'27" East, along said West line, a distance of 1289.40 feet to the West
ROW line of North Giddings Road, dedicated as Parcel 1 of Book 2289, Page 1283 and to a line
parallel with and 50.00 feet West of, as measured at a right angle, the East line of the NE1/4;
THENCE South 00035'37" East, along said West line, a distance of 1679.97 feet to the North
line of the SE1/4, the West ROW line of North Giddings Road, dedicated as Parcel 2 of Book
2289, Page 1283 and to a line parallel with and 50.00 feet West of, as measured at a right
angle, the East line of the SE1/4;
THENCE South 00°33'45" East a distance of 2591.61 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING.
Said described parcel of land contains 12,621,362 Square Feet or 289.747 Acres, more or less
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A vicinity map illustrating the project location is provided in Figure 1.1.
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1.3 Proposed Construction Activities
The contractor is the Erosion Control Administrator and will be responsible for implementing and
maintaining the erosion and sediment control, and pollution prevention measures described in
this document and the accompanying construction drawings and specifications. The contractor
may designate certain tasks as he sees fit, but the ultimate responsibility for ensuring the
implementation of these controls and their proper function remains with the contractor. The
order of major activities will be as follows:
1. Site Preparation: Confirm project disturbance limitations with those indicated on the
Erosion Control Plan and install initial sediment and erosion control and pollution
prevention BMP's. All BMP's must be shown on the Erosion Control Plan in the back
pocket of this report. Some BMP locations must be determined by the contractor and
marked on the plans in addition to the ones already shown.
2. Schedule pre-construction inspection of BMPs with the City of Fort Collins to ensure
proper installation and functionality. Fill out an inspection report and file it in this report
notebook.
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3. The general site construction process will start with mobilization and clearing/stripping.
4. Grading activities will then be completed, which require the installation of inlet protection,
surface roughing and erosion control blankets on slopes steeper than 3:1.
5. Utility installation will be the next phase where attention should be given to waste
management, outdoor storage areas, dewatering requirements, and rip-rap installation.
6. With the completion of utilities, the hardscape will start, which will require that attention
be given to items such as spill containment and concrete washout areas.
7. When the hardscape is completed, the buildings will start construction. Around each
individual building, site perimeter protection, such as staked straw wattles, shall be
installed for areas where sediment can run onto the hardscape.
8. As areas are completed the installation of permanent BMP's, such as seeding, mulching,
spray-on matrix or rolled erosion control blankets on slopes shall be added.
9. Temporary seeding shall be added to areas that won't be stabilized within 30 days.
10. Remove all temporary BMPs upon establishment of sufficient vegetative cover or other
permanent stabilization.
If at any time construction ceases for a period expected to exceed 30 days, such as the project
being split into multiple phases, temporary seeding of future phases shall be installed until
construction of each future phase has begun. In the event that the project is split into phases or
suspended, the permit may need to be inactivated or reassigned to the next administrator.
Permits required for this project include the CDPHE Construction Activity Permit, CDPHE
General Permit for Storm Water Discharge (COR400000), and CDPHE Colorado Discharge
Permit System (CDPS) Dewatering Permit.
1.4 Existing Soil and Surface Conditions
According to a preliminary subsurface exploration completed by Earth Engineering Consultants,
LLC, dated October 2, 2017, groundwater depths range from 2 to 36 '/2 feet below existing
grades with an average of approximately 15 feet throughout the Montava Non-Pot Pump Station
site. This preliminary report is included in Appendix A. The site is approximately 10%
impervious area and has an estimated 70% vegetative cover.
The types of soils found on the Montava Non-Pot Pump Station site consist of:
':• Aquepts, loamy (5).
':• Caruso clay loam (22)— 0 to 1 percent slopes.
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❖ Fort Collins loam (35)—0 to 3 percent slopes.
❖ Fort Collins loam (36)—3 to 5 percent slopes.
':• Satanta loam (95)— 1 to 3 percent slopes.
':• Satanta Variant clay loam (98) — 0 to 3 percent slopes.
❖ Stoneham loam (101) — 1 to 3 percent slopes.
The characteristics of the soil found on the project site include:
':• Slow to very slow infiltration rate when thoroughly wet.
':• Slow to very slow rate of water transmission.
❖ Majority of the site has a wind erodibility rating of 5 and 6 (8 being the least susceptible)
These soils consist of the following hydrologic soil groups as defined in the United States
Department of Agriculture (USDA), Web Soil Survey:
':• Group B— 1.00%
❖ Group C— 37.00%.
':• Group D — 62.00%.
These soil groups vary from a moderate to low wind erodibility and a majority of the site consists
of Group D soils meaning there will likely be slower infiltration when thoroughly wet (high runoff
potential). The USDA web soil survey report is included in Appendix B. Please refer to this
appendix for further description of soil characteristics.
1.5 Wetlands and Receiving Waters
The Montava Non-Pot Pump Station site is located in an undeveloped lot west of the Anheuser
Busch property. The current land is being used for agricultural purposes and undeveloped land.
The land currently consists of native grasses, bare ground, and crops. Runoff from the
undeveloped site has one flow path that ends up in the Larimer and Weld Canal that is located
south of the site. The Montava Non-Pot Pump Station site sheet flows southeast into an
inadvertent detention area which will overtop Mountain Vista Drive, and eventually into the
Larimer and Weld Canal through various drainage infrastructure. The existing site does not
have any existing ponds or drainage facilities. The site has an inadvertent detention area near
Giddings Road and Mountain Vista Drive. The major drainage way that is being utilized for this
project is the Larimer and Weld Canal which is ultimately received by the Cache La Poudre
River.
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There are no jurisdictional wetlands on site, however, there are wetlands that the city will require
to mitigate. A separate wetland mitigation document will be prepared.
1.6 Erosion Control Administrator
shall be the designated Erosion Control Administrator for the
Project. It will be his or her responsibility to ensure the Erosion Control Report's adequacy at all
times in order to effectively manage potential storm water pollutants throughout the course of
construction.
1.7 Potential Pollutants
Below is a list of potential pollution sources that can occur during the construction of site
improvements and potential remedies, or the appropriate section that should be referenced for
controlling these pollution sources:
• All disturbed and stored soils — (Surface roughening, reseeding, mulching and silt
fence)
• Vehicle tracking of sediments — (Vehicle tracking pads, street sweeping)
• Management of contaminated soils — (See Section 2.3.2)
• Loading and unloading operations — (See Section 2.2.3 - Stabilized Staging
Area)
• Outdoor storage activities (building materials, fertilizers, chemicals, etc.) — (See
Section 2.3)
• Vehicle and equipment maintenance and fueling - (See Section 2.3.2)
• Significant dust or particulate generating processes — (See Section 2.2.3 — Wind
Erosion/Dust Control)
• Routine maintenance activities involving fertilizers, pesticides, detergents, fuels,
solvents, oils, etc. (See Section 2.3.2)
• On-site waste management practices (waste piles, liquid wastes, dumpsters,
etc.)— (See Section 2.3)
• Concrete truck/equipment washing, including the concrete truck chute and
associated fixtures and equipment- (Use concrete wash-out)
• Dedicated asphalt and concrete batch plants — (Not used on this project)
• Non-industrial waste sources such as worker trash and portable toilets — (See
Section 2.3.2.- BMPs for San/Septic Waste)
• Other areas or procedures where potential spills can occur (See Section 2.3)
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2.0 - Construction Control Measures
2.1 Controls Overview
During construction, several control measures shall be implemented under the direction of the
contractor to prevent discharge of contaminated water. Specifications and details for specific
control measures are included in Appendix C of this report for use on the project. In addition to
those structural measures, other controls include non-structural practices, materials
management, spill prevention and management, and other miscellaneous controls as described
in the following sections.
2.2 Erosion and Sediment Controls
The objective of erosion control is to limit the amount of erosion occurring on disturbed areas
until stabilized. The objective of sediment control is to capture soil that has eroded before it
leaves the construction site. Despite the use of both erosion and sediment control measures, it
is recognized that some sediment could remain in runoff, especially during very large storm
events. The contractor shall utilize the best management practices (BMP's) described in the
following sections to minimize the above potential to the maximum extent practicable.
During all phases of construction, the contractor should plan ahead of possible rainfall events
and work to limit erosion from occurring where potential exists. Where potential does exist
provide adequate conveyance, temporary or permanent, and direct runoff to BMP's that trap
sediment. The erosion and sediment BMPs anticipated for use on the site include both
structural and non-structural practices.
2.2.1 Structural Practices
Structural BMPs are structures that limit erosion and sediment transport. Such
practices include check dams, silt fence, inlet and outlet protection, water quality ponds, and
grading techniques. The structural BMP's that will be utilized on the subject site are described
in more detail as follows:
Sediment Control Logs (Wattles)
• A linear roll made of natural materials such as straw or coconut fiber and staked
to the ground with a wooden stake.
• To be used as a sediment barrier to intercept sheet flow from disturbed areas —
as perimeter control around stockpiles, inlet protection, check dams for small
drainage swales with low velocity.
• To be installed along the contour.
• Remove accumulated sediment once the depth is one half the height of the
sediment log and repair damage.
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Silt Fence
• A temporary vertical barrier attached to and supported by posts entrenched in the
ground.
• Utilized to intercept sediment from disturbed areas during construction.
• For use in areas of shallow flow, not concentrated runoff.
• Typically used at the toe of fills and in transitions between cuts and fills and along
streams.
• Usually used as a perimeter control.
• Installed prior to any land disturbing activity.
• Shall be inspected periodically and after each rain or snowmelt event.
• Not effective as a wind break.
Water Quality Ponds
• A small temporary or permanent ponding area with a hard-lined spillway.
• Utilized to detain sediment laden storm water and allow particles to settle out.
• Should be installed prior to other land disturbing activities upstream.
• Best used with other erosion prevention practices to limit sediment load in pond.
• During construction, sediment shall be removed when the wet storage is reduced
by half.
• Full capacity of ponds shall be re-established following stabilization.
Grading Techniques
• Soil surface roughening, terracing and rounding at tops of cuts, transitions and
roadway ditches to facilitate vegetation and minimize erosion.
• Disk surface to create ridges at least 6 inches deep following the land contour.
• Used to temporarily stabilize disturbed areas immediately after grading.
• After rainstorm events, rills that formed should be repaired immediately.
Inlet Protection
• Permeable barriers installed around an inlet to filter runoff and remove sediment
prior to entering a storm drain inlet.
• Constructed from rock socks, sediment control logs, silt fence, or other materials
approved by the local jurisdiction.
• Not a stand-alone BMP and should be used in conjunction with other upgradient
BMPs.
• When applying inlet protection in sump conditions, it is important that the inlet
continues to function during larger runoff events in order to prevent localized
flooding, public safety issues, and downstream erosion and damage from
bypassed flows.
• Inspect frequently for tears, improper installation, displacement, and sediment
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accumulation.
• Remove sediment accumulation from the area upstream of the inlet protection as
needed to maintain BMP effectiveness.
• Propriety inlet protection devices should be inspected and maintained in
accordance with manufacturer specifications.
• Inlet protection must be removed and properly disposed of when the drainage
area for the inlet has reached final stabilization.
Concrete Washout Area
• Appropriate on all sites that will generate concrete wash water or liquid concrete
waste from onsite concrete mixing or concrete delivery.
• The use of the washout site should be temporary (less than 1 year).
• Should not be located in an area where shallow groundwater may be present,
such as near natural drainages, springs, or wetlands.
• May be lined or unlined depending on site conditions.
• Avoid natural drainage pathways, waterbodies, wells, and drinking water
sources.
• Ensure adequate signage is in place for identifying the location of the washout
area.
• Remove concrete waste in washout area as needed to maintain BMP function.
• Collect concrete waste and deliver offsite to designated disposal location.
Vehicle Tracking Control
• Provide stabilized construction site access where vehicles exit the site onto
paved public roads.
• Helps remove sediment (mud or dirt) from vehicles, reducing tracking onto the
paved surface.
• Particularly important during wet weather periods when mud is easily tracked off
site, dry weather periods where dust is a concern, and when poorly drained,
clayey soils are present.
• Wheel washes may be needed on particularly muddy sites.
• Inspect the area for degradation and replace material as needed.
• Removed sediment that is tracked onto the public right of way daily or more
frequently as needed.
• Excess sediment in the roadway indicates that maintenance is required.
• Remove only when there is no longer the potential for vehicle tracking to occur.
2.2.2 Non-Structural Practices
Non-structural BMPs are both temporary and permanent stabilization practices. Such practices
may include surface roughening, temporary or permanent seeding, mulching, geotextiles and
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maintaining existing vegetation. The non-structural BMPs that will be used on the site include
the following:
Surface Roughening
• Tracking, scarifying, tilling a disturbed area to provide temporary stabilization and
minimize wind and water erosion.
• Not a stand-alone BMP and should be used with other BMP's.
Temporary and Permanent Seeding
• Soil preparation, disking, and soil amendments are necessary for proper seed
bed establishment.
• Seeded areas should be inspected regularly. Areas that fail to establish shall be
re-seeded promptly.
• Any area exposed for more than 30 days after construction has ceased shall be
seeded and mulched.
• Permanent landscape cover shall be installed according to the landscape plan.
Mulching
• Application of plant residues to the soil surface. Typical mulching materials
include certified weed free hay or straw, certified under the Colorado Department
of Agriculture Weed Free Forage Certification Program.
• Utilized in combination with tackifier during high winds, steep slopes, or due to
seasonal constraints.
• Used to cover permanent and temporarily seeded areas.
• Inspect frequently and reapply in areas where mulching has loosened or
removed.
Maintain Existing Vegetation — Vegetated Buffers
• Preserved natural vegetation helps protect waterways and wetlands from land
disturbing activities and improve stormwater runoff quality by straining sediment
and promoting infiltration.
• Concentrated flow should not be directed through a vegetated buffer, instead
runoff should be in the form of sheet flow.
• Used in conjunction with other perimeter control BMP's such as sediment control
logs or silt fence.
• Clearly delineate the boundary of the natural buffer area using construction or silt
fencing.
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Construction Fence
• Used to restrict site access to designated entrances and exits and delineates
construction site boundaries.
• Used to protect natural areas or areas that should not be disturbed.
• Construction fencing may be chain link or plastic mesh fencing.
Rolled Erosion Control Products:
• A special blanket or liner that prevents erosion while vegetation is established
and aids in establishment by preserving moisture available to the seed.
• The blankets need to cover the necessary area of the graded slope and bottom
channel.
• The blanket will be installed according to the manufacturer's instructions and
specifications. The number of staples or fasteners is critical while vegetation is
still germinating.
• The erosion control blankets will be installed once the slopes of the vegetated
swales have reached final grade or on areas where erosion is occurring during
construction.
• The erosion control blanket will be inspected weekly and immediately after storm
events to determine if cracks, tears, or breaches have been formed in the fabric.
If so, the blanket will be repaired or replaced immediately.
• Good contact with the soil will be maintained and erosion will not occur under the
blanket. Any areas where the blanket is not in close contact with the ground will
be repaired or replaced.
• Utilized as both temporary and permanent features depending on grade.
2.2.3 Other Controls
Vehicle Tracking Control/Construction Entrance
• A temporary stabilized layer of aggregate underlined with geotextile or gravel
located where traffic enters or exits the construction site.
• Should be installed prior to any construction and inspected daily.
• Does not work well alone in muddy conditions — use tire washing when mud is
present. Implementation of tire washing should include provisions for collecting
wash water and directing it to a treatment pond.
• Whenever possible locate the construction entrance as far from the disturbed
area as possible to allow maximum travel time for sediment removal from tires.
• Public and Private roadways shall be kept clear of accumulated sediment.
• Cleaning sediment shall not be accomplished by flushing with water. Sediment
should be shoveled or swept from the street and placed away from storm water
improvements.
• Consider limiting vehicles from entering the site when conditions are wet or
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muddy.
Wind Erosion/Dust Control
• Dust from the site will be controlled using a mobile pressure-type distributor truck
to apply portable water to disturbed areas. The mobile unit will apply water only
as necessary to prevent runoff and ponding.
• Dust control will be implemented as needed once site grading has been initiated
and during windy conditions while site grading is occurring.
• Spraying of portable water will be performed whenever the dryness of the soil
warrants it.
• At least one mobile unit will be available at all times to distribute portable water to
control dust in the project area.
• During high winds, limit traffic speeds to 12 mph or less in areas without gravel or
pavement.
• Gravel can be placed on construction roads, entrances, and construction staging
areas. Stone/gravel provides an effective protective cover over the soil.
• In areas where wind erosion is expected soil-binding tackifiers can be applied
with high success.
• Refer to Chapter 12 of the Code of the City of Fort Collins, Ordinance No. 044,
2016 for detailed requirements regarding fugitive dust.
• Refer to Appendix D for the Fugitive Dust Control Manual.
Stabilized Staging Area
• A clearly designated area where construction equipment and vehicles, waste
bins and other construction related materials are stored.
• This area should be designated on the erosion control map.
• Appropriate space to provide loading/unloading operations and parking.
• A stabilized surface paved or covered in 3" diameter aggregate or larger.
• Perimeter controls such as silt fence, sediment control logs or construction
fencing
• Vehicle Tracking Control pad to be used in conjunction with a Stabilized Staging
Area if this area is adjacent to a public roadway.
Dewatering Operations
• Dewatering typically involves pumping water from an inundated area to a BMP
and then downstream to a receiving waterway, sediment basin or vegetated
area. Dewatering typically involves the use of several BMPs in sequence.
• All dewatering discharges must be treated to remove sediment before
discharging from a construction site. Discharging water into a sediment trap or
basin or filter bag, series of straw bales or sediment logs are options.
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Stockpile Management
• Implement measures to minimize erosion and sediment transport from stockpiles.
• Locate stockpiles away from all drainage system components.
• Place BMPs around the perimeter of the stockpile such as sediment control logs,
rock socks, silt fence, straw bales and sandbags
• For active use stockpiles, provide a stabilized access point upgradient of the
stockpile.
• Surface roughening, temporary seeding and mulching, erosion control blankets
may be needed for stockpiles older than 30 days.
2.2.4 Installation and Removal Sequence of Control Measures
The following sequencing chart provides a general overview of the expected installation and
removal of control measures for each phase of construction.
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COLLECTINGASPHALT/CONCFETESAW CUTTING WASTE
VEGETATIVE
TEVIPOWVRYSEEDINGPLANTING Anytimethesitewill sit dorment longerthan 30 days.
MULCHINGSEALAM Anytimethesitewill sit dorment longer than 30 days.
PEMMENTSEMING PLANTING
SOD INSTALLATION
TOLLED PRODUCTS:NETTING/BLA*FUMATS Anytimethe sitewill sit dorment longerthan 30 days.
The Montava Non-Pot Pump Station project is to be constructed in a single phase, and it is the
contractor's responsibility to ensure proper control measure practices for any disturbed areas of
the site throughout the entire construction process.
2.3 Materials Management
2.3.1 Potential Pollution Sources
Abnormal or especially hazardous materials are not expected to be utilized during the
construction of the project, but like most construction projects, some materials or substances
used have the potential to be hazardous when leaked into the storm water runoff. The following
potential pollutant sources are to be evaluated on every project:
1. All disturbed and stored soils
2. Vehicle tracking of sediments
3. Management of contaminated soils
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4. Loading and unloading operations
5. Outdoor storage of construction materials, building materials, fertilizers, and chemicals
6. Bulk storage materials
7. Vehicle and equipment maintenance and fueling
8. Significant dust or particulate generating processes. It is important to reference the
Fugitive Dust Control Ordinance No. 044, 2016, §12-150 - §12-160 and the projects
requirements to be in compliance with that ordinance.
9. Routine maintenance activities involving fertilizers, pesticides, detergents, fuels,
solvents, and oils
10. On-site waste management practices
11. Concrete truck/equipment washing, including the concrete truck chute and associated
fixtures and equipment
12. Dedicated asphalt and concrete batch plants
13. Non-industrial waste sources such as worker trash and portable toilets
14. Saw cutting and grinding
15. Other non-stormwater discharges including construction dewatering not covered under
the Construction Dewatering Discharges general permit and wash water that may
potentially contribute pollutants to the MS4
16. Other areas or operations where spills can occur
As construction progresses, specific areas shall be designated for the above-mentioned
activities and materials management operations. The contractor is responsible for marking the
location of these facilities on the site map and reporting on the condition, effectiveness and
corrections or changes made and why.
2.3.2 Pollution Prevention Measures
Pollution prevention measures should be utilized to prevent construction materials with the
potential for polluting storm water from coming in contact with runoff. Measures include good
housekeeping, proper disposal and storage, spill prevention, and secondary containment.
BMPs for most common construction materials and wastes with the greatest potential for
adversely affecting water quality are as follows:
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BMPs for Construction Waste:
• Select a designated waste collection area onsite.
• Locate containers in level areas away from storm water conveyance structures.
• Provide covers for containers that contain very hazardous or soluble chemicals.
• Avoid putting paint/solvent containers in open dumpsters or allow them to dry
completely before disposing.
• If a container does spill, provide clean up immediately.
• Make sure waste is disposed of at authorized disposal areas.
BMPs for Hazardous Waste Disposal
• Check with local waste management authorities with regard to requirements for
disposing of hazardous materials.
• Use entire product before disposing.
• Dispose of containers with lids on and tightly sealed
• Provide a separate dumpster for large amounts of chemical or hazardous
material and maintain more stringent controls on that dumpster.
• Do not remove the product label from containers, it contains important disposal
information.
BMPs for Sanitary/Septic Wastes
• If self-contained, temporary sanitary facilities are used, the waste disposal
company should service the facilities based on the number of workers anticipated
to avoid overuse.
• All facilities should be anchored to the ground to prevent overturning due to wind
or accident.
• Locate portable toilets away from curbs, swales or other locations where
concentrated runoff may occur.
• Do not dump any hazardous materials into the sanitary waste disposal systems.
BMPs for pesticides/fertilizers
• Store pesticides in a dry covered area and elevate above the ground.
• Provide secondary containment barriers around areas where a lot of material is
stored. Straw Wattles are NOT appropriate containment barriers!
• Strictly follow recommended application rates and application methods
• Apply fertilizer more frequently and at lower rates.
• Reduce exposure of nutrients to storm events by working fertilizer deep into soil
BMPs for petroleum products
• Fueling operations shall occur in a designated area.
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• Store petroleum products in covered areas and away from areas where
concentrated runoff occurs.
• Provide secondary containment barriers around areas where a lot of material is
stored. Straw Wattles are NOT appropriate containment barriers!
• Schedule preventative maintenance for onsite equipment and fix any gas/oil
leaks on a regular basis.
• Follow procedures for proper handling of asphalt and sealers.
• Secure fueling equipment and install valves to prevent vandalism/theft.
2.4 Spill Management
Construction site supervisors should create and adopt a spill control plan that includes
measures and procedures to stop the source of the spill, contain the spill, clean up, and dispose
of contaminated materials. Key personnel should be identified and trained to be responsible for
spill prevention and control. The following measures would be appropriate for a spill prevention
response plan:
Store and handle materials to prevent spills
• Tightly seal containers.
• Make sure all containers are neatly labeled.
• Stack containers carefully for stability to avoid spills.
• Limit the height of stacks of stored materials.
• Whenever possible store materials on covered pallets or in trailers with adequate
ventilation.
• Eliminate storm water contact if there is a spill.
• Have cleanup procedures clearly posted.
• Have cleanup materials readily available and posted.
• Immediately contain any liquid.
• Stop the source of the spill.
• Cover spill with absorbent material and dispose of properly.
Additionally, records of spills, leaks, or overflows that result in the discharge of pollutants must
be documented and maintained.
When any spill occurs:
1) Notify the controlling operator of the site immediately following a hazardous spill.
2) Document the spill and its clean-up procedures whether reporting is required or not.
3) At a minimum document the following:
• Nature of spill
• Quantity of spill
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• Date/time spill occurred
• Agency notification if necessary
• Clean-up procedures used
• Daily monitoring (7 days) after clean-up
• Photographs
• Interview(s) with any witnesses of the event
Some spills will need to be reported to the Division of Water Quality immediately including the
following:
• Over 25 gallons of petroleum
• 5 CCs of mercury
• a release of any chemical, oil, petroleum product which entered waters of the State of
Colorado (which include surface water, groundwater, dry gullies or storm sewers leading
to surface water).
• Any spill or release of raw sewage
If any of the above criteria is met or exceeded, the Colorado Department of Public Health and
Environment, Local Emergency Planning committee, downstream users and other agencies
(MS4s) will be notified. The CDPHE will be notified by telephone within 24 hours. In addition,
written notification describing the spill and the cleanup procedures used will be sent to the
agencies 5 days following the spill. If a spill does not meet the above criteria, reporting is not
mandatory. The Division's 24-hour environmental emergency spill reporting line is 1-877-518-
5608.
2.5 Non-Storm Water Components of Discharge
Non-storm water discharges must be avoided or reduced to the maximum extent possible. This
Erosion Control Report assumes construction dewatering will be required. Pumping or draining
groundwater, even groundwater that has infiltrated an excavation, requires a separate permit
from the State. Storm water that mixes with groundwater is also subject to the controls in the
general permit for Construction Dewatering. The permit requirements and application for
Construction dewatering is available at:
http://www.cdphe.state.co.us/wq/PermitsUnit/construction.htm1.
No materials shall be discharged in quantities that may impact storm water runoff. Possible
discharge sources that need to be contained include:
':• Locations where water tanks are being filled. Seal all leaks and avoid over filling. Any
leaks should be directed to a water quality pond or protected to prevent erosion.
Contain excess water during fire hydrant blow off, water system cleaning or other
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instances where potable water is discharged onto the surface. Convey any discharge to
a water quality pond and avoid causing erosion by avoiding steep slopes, disturbed
areas, etc.
':• Monitor irrigation systems and fix leaks promptly. Avoid over-irritating areas where
vegetation is not yet established.
3.0 - Maintenance and Inspection Requirements
3.1 Inspection and Maintenance Overview
A site inspection of all erosion control facilities shall be conducted at least once every two
weeks and immediately following any significant storm event, including snowmelt that can cause
surface erosion and at least every 30 days for inactive projects. The inspection must determine
if there is any evidence of, or the potential for, pollutants entering the drainage system. BMPs
should be inspected to see if they meet the design and operation criteria in the Erosion Control
Report and that they are adequately controlling potential pollutants. Any defects shall be
corrected promptly. Where spill kits have been used, or storage areas moved, supplies shall be
restocked and re-protected. The site shall be inspected by the Erosion Control Administrator or
someone with adequate training who should monitor and follow the procedures outlined below:
3.2 Minimum Monitoring Requirements
':• Inspections of the site shall be conducted by the contractor (or agent) every two weeks
and after significant storm events.
❖ Inspections are required at least every 30 days and after measurable storm events for
sites that are no longer under construction, but do not have 70% established ground
cover.
V A qualified superintendent familiar with this report and BMPs shall perform the
inspections.
':• The contractor shall certify that the site is in compliance with the permit by:
V Ensuring areas where significant runoff is occurring are identified on the site map.
❖ Storm water outfall shall be observed to determine whether or not measurable quantities
of sediment or other pollutants have been or are being transported offsite.
❖ BMPs shall be addressed to determine if they are functioning properly or if they are in
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need of repair or maintenance. If the report describes deficiencies in pollution control
structures or procedures, such deficiencies shall be corrected immediately.
A brief description of measures taken to correct deficiencies shall be recorded.
❖ Determine if additional controls will be needed to next week's activities.
•:' When an inspection does not identify any incidents of non-compliance, the report shall
contain a certification that the site is in compliance with the Erosion Control Report and
this permit.
V The date and inspector identity shall also be recorded. This record shall be signed and
made available to the State or City upon request.
Based on the results of the inspection, the description of potential pollutant sources, and the
control measures used should be updated on the Erosion Control Report and Site Maps as
soon as possible. Typically, corrective action shall commence immediately when a deficiency is
observed. Erosion Control Report and Map updates shall be completed within 72 hours.
Another inspection should follow up and include the date, corrective action taken, and initials of
who certified the work. For more information regarding installation, maintenance, and removal
for each control measure, see Appendix C.
3.3 Reporting Requirements / Inspection Reports
The contractor is responsible for reporting all BMP inspections and maintaining records
of reports and maps throughout the project. The record shall be retained onsite and/or
readily available until the inactivation notice has been filed. All inspection reports shall
be submitted to the owner when the permit becomes inactive. At a minimum, the
inspection reports shall contain the following:
• Dates
• Name(s) of inspectors
• Purpose of inspection e.g. spill event, leakage of materials, storm event, bi-
weekly inspection, etc.
• When a bi-weekly report, an assessment of the entire property as related to
erosion control issues
• An estimated area of currently disturbed area.
• Evaluation of all active BMPs
• Actions needed to assure continued compliance with erosion control guidelines
• Document all areas of potential pollution sources and how they are protected
• Documentation of any needed changes
• Training events
• Uncontrolled releases of mud or muddy water or measurable amounts of
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sediment
• An estimated amount of precipitation. An onsite rain gauge is suggested.
3.4 Site Maps
In the back pocket of this report notebook there is an Erosion Control Plan for use during
construction. The purpose of this plan is to provide the contractor with a place to document and
plan BMPs used during construction. Because the placement of individual BMP's will depend
on the condition of the site and the contractor's judgment, not all BMPs are shown on the plans.
It is the contractor's duty as site administrator to determine the need for and placement of BMPs
and mark them on the map.
4.0 - Final Vegetation and Stabilization / Conclusion
Permanent stabilization will be achieved by establishing vegetative or permanent surface cover
on all disturbed areas. The final vegetative cover is specified on the Erosion Control Plan. The
contractor is responsible for using approved landscape plans according to the City Landscape
Standards (LUC 3.2.1). Soil shall be prepared in accordance with Fort Collins Municipal Code
§12-132. The City of Fort Collins considers vegetative cover complete when the plant density
reaches 70 percent.
The contractor shall remove all temporary erosion and sediment control BMPs after stabilization
is achieved or after temporary BMPs are no longer needed. Trapped sediment (including within
pipes) will be removed by the contractor or stabilized onsite. Disturbed soil areas resulting from
removal of BMPs, or the contractor will permanently stabilize vegetation as soon as possible.
Again, this plan is a living document that will need to be updated and maintained
throughout the construction process and until all areas of the site have been stabilized.
This permit will remain active until an inactivation notice has been filed with the State.
Additionally, this permit may be transferred to another party in the event that the contractor or
sub-contractor responsible for its implementation leaves the site before stabilization has
occurred.
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5.0 - References
1. CDOT Erosion Control and Storm Water Quality Guide, Colorado Department of
Transportation, 2002
2. Urban Storm Drainage Criteria Manual, Urban Drainage and Flood Control District (Rev.
July 2001)
3. Storm Water Risk Management, LLC; April 11, 2008; Pre-Construction & Engineering
Training for Construction Storm Water Management Manual.
4. Construction Site Storm Water Runoff Control — National Menu of best practices, U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency, 1999
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APPENDIX A
PRELIMINARY SUBSURFACE EXPLORATION REPORT
PRELIMINARY SUBSURFACE EXPLORATION REPORT
800 ACRE MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT
SOUTH OF LCR 52 AND WEST OF ANHEUSER BUSCH
FORT COLLINS, COLORADO
EEC PROJECT NO. 1172058
Prepared for:
Chase Merritt
1637 Pearl Street
Suite 204
Boulder, Colorado 80302
Attn: Mr. Max Moss (max(a chasemerritt.com)
Prepared by:
Earth Engineering Consultants, LLC
4396 Greenfield Drive
Windsor, Colorado 80550
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EARTH ENGINEERING
CONSULTANTS, LLC
October 2, 2017
Chase Merritt
1637 Pearl Street
Suite 204
Boulder, Colorado 80302
Attn: Mr. Max Moss (maxgchasemerritt.com)
Re: Preliminary Subsurface Exploration Report
800 Acre Mixed Use Development
South of LCR 52 and West of Anheuser Busch
Windsor, Colorado
EEC Project No. 1172058
Mr. Moss:
Enclosed, herewith, are the results of the preliminary subsurface exploration completed by Earth
Engineering Consultants, LLC personnel for the referenced project. A total of thirty (30)
preliminary soil borings were drilled from August 14 through 30, 2017, at the approximate
locations as indicated on the enclosed Figure 1: Boring Location Diagram included with this
report. The borings were extended to depths of approximately 25 to 40 feet below existing site
grades. Individual boring logs, including groundwater observations, depth to bedrock, and
results of laboratory testing are included as a part of the attached report. This exploration was
completed in general accordance with our proposal dated June 26, 2017.
In summary, the subsurface soils encountered in the preliminary test borings generally consisted
of cohesive lean clay with varying amounts of sand subsoils. The cohesive soils were generally
soft to very stiff and exhibited low to high swell potential at current moisture and density
conditions. The lean clay subsoils were underlain by sand/gravel with varying amounts of silt
soils at depths of approximately 7 to 39 feet. The sand/gravel subsoils extended to the depths
explored, approximately 25 to 40 feet, or to the underlying bedrock. The
sandstone/siltstone/claystone bedrock was encountered in seven (7) of the thirty (30)preliminary
test borings at depths ranging from approximately 24 to 27 feet below existing site grades and
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extended to the depths explored. The bedrock formation was highly weathered and became more
competent/harder with increased depth. Groundwater was observed in the majority of the
preliminary test borings at depths ranging from approximately 2 to 36'/2 feet below existing site
grades.
Based on the materials observed within the preliminary boring locations and the anticipated
foundation loads, we believe the proposed lightly to moderately loaded structures, either
commercial/retail building and/or residential structures with possible basements, could be
supported by conventional spread footings bearing on either suitable native subsoils or on a zone
of engineered/controlled fill material placed and compacted as described within this report. Due
to the variable depth to groundwater across the site, moderate to high swells at various locations,
and occasional areas with lower bearing capacities, ground modifications may be necessary in
these areas, as described within this report.
Groundwater was encountered across the site within the majority of the preliminary borings at
approximate depths of 2 to 36'/2 feet below existing site grades. If lower level construction or
full-depth basements are being considered for the site, we would suggest that the lower level
subgrade(s) be placed a minimum of 3 feet above the maximum anticipated rise in groundwater
levels, or a combination exterior and interior perimeter drainage system(s) be installed.
Foundations for slab-on-grade buildings should also be placed at least 3 feet above maximum
groundwater levels or have proper drainage in areas with extremely shallow groundwater.
Additional drainage system recommendations are provided within the text portion of this report.
In general, it appears the in-situ site materials could be used for support of interior slab-on-
grades, exterior flatwork, and site pavements; however, ground modification procedures such as
over-excavation and replacement of existing fill materials as approved engineered fill and
placement of an approved imported fill material may be required to reduce post-construction
movement in some areas. Post-construction movement can be reduced but cannot be eliminated.
Additionally, the cohesive subsoil materials may be subject to strength loss and instability when
wetted. Close monitoring and evaluation during the construction phase should be performed to
reduce post-construction movement.
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Preliminary geotechnical recommendations concerning design and construction of foundations
and support of floor slabs and pavements are provided within the text of the enclosed report. We
appreciate the opportunity to be of service to you on this project. If you have any questions
concerning the enclosed report, or if we can be of further service to you in any other way, please
do not hesitate to contact us.
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Project Engineer Senior Geotechnical Engineer
PRELIMINARY SUBSURFACE EXPLORATION REPORT
800 ACRE MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT
SOUTH OF LCR 52 AND WEST OF ANHEUSER BUSCH
FORT COLLINS, COLORADO
EEC PROJECT NO. 1172058
October 2, 2017
INTRODUCTION
The preliminary subsurface exploration for the proposed 800-acre mixed use development located
southeast of Larimer County Road (LCR) 52 and LCR 50E in Fort Collins, Colorado has been
completed. A total of thirty(30) soil borings were drilled from August 14 through 30, 2017 at the
approximate locations as indicated on the enclosed Boring Location Diagrams included with this
report. The thirty(30)preliminary soil borings were advanced to depths of approximately 25 to 40
feet below existing site grades across the proposed development property to obtain information on
existing subsurface conditions. Individual boring logs and site diagrams indicating the approximate
boring locations are included with this report.
The 800-acre development property is located southeast of Larimer County Road(LCR)52 and LCR
50E and generally extends east to the existing Budweiser property and Interstate 25 and south to
LCR 50 and Canal Access Road in Fort Collins, Colorado. The property will be developed for
residential, commercial, and industrial use, including utility and interior roadway infrastructure.
Foundation loads for the proposed residential,commercial,and industrial structures are anticipated
to be light to moderate with continuous wall loads less than 4 kips per lineal foot and individual
column loads less than 250 kips. Floor loads are expected to be light. Those structures are expected
to include slab-on-grade,below grade construction such as crawl spaces, garden-level and/or full-
depth basements where applicable. We anticipate maximum cuts and fills on the order of 5 feet(+/-)
will be completed to develop the site grades. Overall site development will include construction of
interior roadway designed in general accordance with the Larimer County Urban Area Street
Standards (LCUASS)Pavement Design Criteria.
The purpose of this report is to describe the subsurface conditions encountered in the preliminary
borings,analyze and evaluate the test data and provide preliminary geotechnical recommendations
concerning site development including foundations, floor slabs, pavement sections and the
possibility for an area underdrain system to support basement construction.
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EXPLORATION AND TESTING PROCEDURES
The boring locations were established in the field by a representative of Earth Engineering
Consultants, LLC (EEC) by pacing and estimating angles from identifiable site features. Those
locations should be considered accurate only to the degree implied by the methods used to make the
field measurements. Photographs of the site taken at the time of drilling are provided with this
report.
The borings were performed using either a truck-mounted CME-55 drill rig equipped with a
hydraulic head employed in drilling and sampling operations. The boreholes were advanced using
4-inch nominal diameter continuous flight augers. Samples of the subsurface materials encountered
were obtained using split-barrel and California barrel sampling procedures in general accordance
with ASTM Specifications D1586 and D3550, respectively.
In the split-barrel and California barrel sampling procedures, standard sampling spoons are driven
into the ground by means of a 140-pound hammer falling a distance of 30 inches. The number of
blows required to advance the samplers is recorded and is used to estimate the in-situ relative density
of cohesionless soils and, to a lesser degree of accuracy, the consistency of cohesive soils and
hardness of weathered bedrock. In the California barrel sampling procedure,relatively undisturbed
samples are obtained in brass liners.All samples obtained in the field were sealed and returned to the
laboratory for further examination, classification and testing.
Laboratory moisture content tests were performed on each of the recovered samples. In addition,
selected samples were tested for fines content and plasticity by washed sieve analysis and Atterberg
limits tests. Swell/consolidation tests were completed on selected samples to evaluate the subgrade
materials'tendency to change volume with variation in moisture content and load. Several samples
were obtained from borings for Hveem Stabilometer/R-Value(ASTM Specification D2844)testing
analyses to determine the in-situ subgrade strength characteristics. The quantity of water soluble
sulfates was determined on select samples to evaluate the risk of sulfate attack on site concrete.
Results of the outlined tests are indicated on the attached boring logs and summary sheets.
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As a part of the testing program, all samples were examined in the laboratory and classified in
general accordance with the attached General Notes and the Unified Soil Classification System,
based on the sample's texture and plasticity. The estimated group symbol for the Unified Soil
Classification System is shown on the boring logs and a brief description of that classification
system is included with this report. Classification of the bedrock was based on visual and tactual
observation of disturbed samples and auger cuttings.Coring and/or petrographic analysis may reveal
other rock types.
SITE AND SUBSURFACE CONDITIONS
The 800-acre development is located southeast of LCR 52 and LCR 50E in Fort Collins,Colorado.
The project site is generally undeveloped farmland with a few existing structures scattered
throughout. Surface water drainage across the site is generally to the south and to the east.
Estimated relief across the site from northwest to southeast is approximately 25 to 30 feet (±).
An EEC field engineer was on-site during drilling to direct the drilling activities and evaluate the
subsurface materials encountered. Field descriptions of the materials encountered were based on
visual and tactual observation of disturbed samples and auger cuttings. The boring logs included
with this report may contain modifications to the field logs based on results of laboratory testing and
engineering evaluation. Based on results of field and laboratory evaluation, subsurface conditions
can be generalized as follows.
Sparse vegetation and topsoil were encountered at the surface of each boring. The topsoil and/or
agricultural/vegetation layers were underlain by brown lean clay with varying amounts of sand
subsoils. Some zones of clayey sand were encountered in a few of the borings. The lean clay
subsoils were generally soft to very stiff,exhibited low to moderate plasticity and low to high swell
potential at current moisture and density conditions. The lean clay subsoils were underlain by
sand/gravel with varying amounts of silt soils at depths of approximately 7 to 39 feet. The
sands/gravels extended to the depths explored, approximately 25 to 40 feet, or to the underlying
bedrock formation in a few borings.
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The overburden soils were underlain by bedrock consisting of interbedded layers of sandstone,
siltstone,and claystone. The sandstone/siltstone/claystone bedrock was encountered in seven(7)of
the thirty (30) preliminary test borings at depths ranging from approximately 24 to 29 feet below
existing site grades,was highly weathered and became more competent/harder with increased depth.
The bedrock formation exhibited moderate swell potential at current moisture and density
conditions.As presented herein,bedrock was encountered in borings B-4,B-6,13-19,B-20,B-24,13-
25 and B-30.
The stratification boundaries indicated on the boring logs represent the approximate locations of
changes in soil and rock types; in-situ, the transition of materials may be gradual and indistinct.
GROUNDWATER OBSERVATIONS
Observations were made while drilling and after the completion of drilling to detect the presence and
level of groundwater. Groundwater was observed in the majority of the preliminary test borings at
depths ranging from approximately 2 to 31 feet below existing site grades. Temporary field slotted
piezometers were installed in fifteen(15) of the test borings at the time of drilling and subsequent
groundwater measurements were taken on August 28 and September 8. At the time of the
subsequent measurements,groundwater was observed at depths ranging from approximately 4V2 to
33 feet and 6V2 to 36t/2 feet,respectively. As presented herein,groundwater was not encountered to
maximum depths of exploration in borings B-2 and B-8.The remaining fifteen(15)borings without
piezometers were backfilled upon completion,and therefore subsequent groundwater measurements
were not made. A diagram outlining approximate areas with relatively shallow groundwater
measurements has been provided along with a groundwater contour map,(please refer to Figure Nos.
2 and 3), included in the appendix of this report. Groundwater measurements provided with this
report are indicative of groundwater levels at the locations and at the time the borings/groundwater
measurements were completed. In general, the groundwater piezometric flow is in the south
direction.
Perched and/or trapped water may be encountered in more permeable zones in the subgrade soils at
times throughout the year. Perched water is commonly encountered in soils immediately overlying
less permeable bedrock materials. Fluctuations in ground water levels and in the location and
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amount of perched water may occur over time depending on variations in hydrologic conditions,
irrigation activities on surrounding properties and other conditions not apparent at the time of this
report.
SOIL/GEOLOGIC REVIEW
The site geology presented in this report is based upon review of listed literature and maps, and
previous experience with similar geologic conditions in this area.The locations of geologic features
are approximate and should be considered accurate only to the degree implied by the methods used
to identify those features.
The surficial soils at the project site are described as eolian deposits(Pleistocene and Holocene)and
valley fill deposits (Pleistocene and Holocene), the eolian deposits are described as fine grained
sand, silt and clay and the valley fill deposits are described as arkosic gravel and sand deposit. The
upper soil is overlying the Pierre Shale Formation (Upper Cretaceous), described as a claystone
shale containing beds of sandstone and siltstone, as illustrated on the Geologic of the Lower
Cache La Poudre River Basin,North-Central Colorado by Lloyd A.Hershey and Paul A. Schneider,
Jr., 1972.
No seismic faults are reported within approximately twenty-five miles of the site. The Colorado
Geological Survey (CGS) reports potentially active faults at least 25 miles west-southwest of the
project site. The Fort Collins/Wellington Anticline, a small fold set, is described in the literature
immediately west of the project location. The axis of the fold is described as trending north-
northwest with asymmetrical limbs.The bedrock strata nearest to the axis is described as dipping at
approximately 10 to 15 degrees east-northeast. The dip of the bedrock strata lessens with increased
distance from the axis.
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ANALYSIS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
SwelUConsolidation Test Results
Swell/consolidation testing is performed to evaluate the swell or collapse potential of soil or bedrock to
assist in determining/evaluating foundation, floor slab and/or pavement design criteria. In the
swell/consolidation test, relatively undisturbed samples obtained directly from the California barrel
sampler are placed in a laboratory apparatus and inundated with water under a pre-established load.
The swell-index is the resulting amount of swell or collapse under the initial loading condition
expressed as a percent of the sample's initial thickness. After the inundation period, additional
incremental loads are applied to evaluate swell pressure and/or consolidation.
As a part of our laboratory testing, we conducted twenty-nine (29) swell/consolidation tests on
samples of the overburden cohesive subsoils and underlying claystone bedrock. The swell index
values for the samples analyzed revealed low to high swell characteristics of approximately(+)0.0
to (+) 7.6% for the overburden lean clays and approximately (+) 3.7% for the bedrock when
inundated with water and pre-loaded at 150 psf and 500 psf. Results of the laboratory swell tests are
indicated on the attached boring logs and the enclosed summary sheets. A diagram outlining
approximate areas with swell indices higher than 3% has been included with this report as an
indication of locations where swell mitigation should be considered,(please refer to Figure No.4)in
the appendix of this report
The Colorado Association of Geotechnical Engineers (CAGE) uses the following information to
provide uniformity in terminology between geotechnical engineers to provide a relative correlation risk
performance to measured swell. "The representative percent swell values are not necessarily measured
values; rather,they are a judgment of the swell of the soil and/or bedrock profile likely to influence
slab performance." Geotechnical engineers use this information to also evaluate the swell potential
risks for foundation performance based on the risk categories.
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TABLE I:Recommended Representative Swell Potential Descriptions and Corresponding
Slab Performance Risk Categories
Slab Performance Risk Category Representative Percent Swell Representative Percent Swell
(500 psf Surcharge) (1000 psf Surcharge)
Low 0to<3 0<2
Moderate 3 to<5 2 to<4
High 5 to<8 4 to<6
Very High >8 >6
Based on the laboratory test results,the samples of overburden subsoils and the underlying bedrock
formation analyzed ranged from low to high risk.
General Considerations
If lower level construction or full-depth basements are being considered for the site, we would
suggest that the lower level subgrade(s) be placed a minimum of 3 feet above the maximum
anticipated rise in groundwater levels, or a combination exterior and interior perimeter drainage
system(s)be installed in areas with shallow groundwater,as shown on the attached diagram. Also,
consideration could be given to 1)either designing and installing an area underdrain system to lower
the groundwater levels provided a gravity discharge point can be established. If a gravity
outlet/system cannot be designed another consideration would be to design and install a mechanical
sump pump system to discharge the collected groundwater within the underdrain system, or 2)
elevate/raise the site grades to establish the minimum suggested 3-foot separation to the maximum
anticipated rise in groundwater.
Foundations for buildings that are constructed slab-on-grade(no basement)should also be placed a
minimum of 3 feet above the maximum anticipated rise in groundwater levels. During our
subsurface exploration groundwater was found at depths as shallow as 2 feet in some areas, as
shown on the attached diagram. Consideration should be given to the implementing a drainage or
grading plan, as listed above, in these areas.
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Site Preparation
All existing vegetation and/or topsoil should be removed from beneath site fills, roadways or
building subgrade areas. Care should be taken to ensure that the foundations associated with any of
the existing structures in the new building areas are completely removed. Stripping depths should be
expected to vary,depending,in part,on past agricultural activities. In addition,any soft/loose native
soils or any existing fill materials without documentation of controlled fill placement should be
removed from improvement and/or new fill areas.
After stripping and completing all cuts,any over excavation,and prior to placement of any fill,floor
slabs or pavements,we recommend the exposed soils be scarified to a minimum depth of 9 inches,
adjusted in moisture content and compacted to at least 95%of the material's maximum dry density
as determined in accordance with ASTM Specification D698,the standard Proctor procedure. The
moisture content of the scarified materials should be adjusted to be within a range of±2% of
standard Proctor optimum moisture at the time of compaction.
In general, fill materials required to develop the building areas or site pavement subgrades should
consist of approved, low-volume change materials which are free from organic matter and debris.
The near surface lean clay soils with low swell potential and/or the sand/gravel soils could be used
as fill in these areas. The claystone bedrock should not be used for fill in site improvement areas.
We recommend the fill soils be placed in loose lifts not to exceed 9 inches thick, adjusted in
moisture content and compacted to at least 95% of the material's maximum dry density as
determined in accordance with the standard Proctor procedure. The moisture content of
predominately clay soils should be adjusted to be within the range of±2% of optimum moisture
content at the time of placement. Granular soil should be adjusted to a workable moisture content.
Specific explorations should be completed for each building/individual residential lot to develop
recommendations specific to the proposed structure and owner/builder and for specific pavement
sections.
Care should be taken after preparation of the subgrades to avoid disturbing the subgrade materials.
Positive drainage should be developed away from structures and across and away from pavement
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edges to avoid wetting of subgrade materials. Subgrade materials allowed to become wetted
subsequent to construction of the residences and/or pavements can result in unacceptable
performance of those improvements.
Areas of greater fills overlying areas with soft/compressible subsoils, especially within the deeper
utility alignments,may experience settlement due to the soft/compressible subsoils below and within
the zone of placed fill materials. Settlement on the order of 1-inch or more per each 10 feet of fill
depth would be estimated. The rate of settlement will be dependent on the type of fill material
placed and construction methods. Granular soils will consolidate essentially immediately upon
placement of overlying loads. Cohesive soils will consolidate at a slower rate. Preloading and/or
surcharging the fill areas could be considered to induce additional settlement in these areas prior to
construction of improvements in or on the fills. Unless positive steps are taken to pre-consolidate
the fill materials and/or underlying soft subgrades, special care will be needed for construction of
improvements supported on or within these areas.
Foundation Svstems—General Considerations
The cohesive subsoils will require particular attention in the design and construction to reduce the
amount of movement due to moderate to high swell potential and in-situ soft/compressible
characteristics in some areas. Groundwater was also encountered at relatively shallow depths in a few
areas which will require special attention in the overall design and construction of the project. As
previously mentioned consideration could be given to the installation of an area underdrain system.
Conventional type spread footings bearing on native subsoils or engineered controlled fill material
were evaluated for use on the site; however final subsurface explorations should be performed after
building footprints and elevations have been better defined and actual design loads determined.
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Preliminary Spread Footing Foundation Recommendations
We anticipate use of conventional footing foundations could be considered for lightly to moderately
loaded structures at this site.We expect footing foundations would be supported either on the native
soils or on newly placed and compacted fills. A few soft zones were observed in the near surface
clay soils;therefore, care should be taken to see that foundations are not supported directly on soft
materials. Mitigation for swelling of the lean clay should be expected in the general areas shown on
the attached diagram and mitigation for soft subgrade soils should be expected in a few areas.
In areas where the cohesive subsoils exhibited elevated moisture contents near and/or encroaching
the groundwater levels and/or where relatively low SPT N-Blows/ft were recorded,indicating"soft
soils" we would expect these soft zones could require particular attention/ground modification
procedures to develop increased support capacity characteristics.We expect enhancing/stiffening of
the subgrade/bearing soils could be accomplished by incorporating into the soft/compressible
subsoils a layer granular rock(i.e., 1-1/2 inches minus crushed concrete aggregate)into the top 12 to
18 inches (+/-) of the subgrades as an initial means and method. Depending on the proximity to
groundwater and/or severity of the soft soils,overexcavation and backfill with an approved imported
structural fill material placed and compacted as outlined herein could also be considered.
We suggest an over excavation and backfill procedure be considered in areas with moderate to high
swell potential and/or soft/compressible subsoils to reduce the potential for post construction
movement. Over excavation depths should be expected to vary across the site, based on
builder/owner requirements and lot-specific conditions. After completing a site-specific/lot-specific
geotechnical exploration study,a thorough"open-hole/foundation excavation"observation should be
performed prior to foundation formwork placement to determine the extent of any over excavation
and replacement procedure. Deeper over excavation depths may be necessary depending upon the
observed subsoils at the time of the foundation excavation observation. In general, the over
excavation area would extend 8 inches laterally beyond the building perimeter for every 12 inches of
overexcavation depth. We anticipate backfill materials would consist of an approved imported
granular structural fill material such as a CDOT Class 7 aggregate base course(ABC)either native
and/or recycled concrete oriented and/or equivalent, which is placed in uniforms lifts, properly
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adjusted in moisture content and mechanically compacted to at least 95%of the material's Standard
Proctor Density(ASTM D698)results.
For design of footing foundations bearing on approved native subsoils, (i.e.,the native subsoils in
which expansive and/or soft/compressible conditions are not encountered),or on properly placed and
compacted fill materials as outlined above,maximum net allowable total load soil bearing pressures
on the order of 1,500 to 2,500 psf could be considered depending upon the specific backfill material
used. Footing foundations should maintain separation above maximum anticipated rise in
groundwater elevation of at least 3 feet as indicated earlier. The net bearing pressure refers to the
pressure at foundation bearing level in excess of the minimum surrounding overburden pressure.
Total load would include full dead and live loads.
Exterior foundations and foundations in unheated areas are typically located at least 30 inches below
adjacent exterior grade to provide frost protection. Formed continuous footings would have
minimum widths of 12 to 16 inches and isolated column foundations would have a minimum width
of 24 to 30 inches. Trenched foundations could probably be used in the near surface soils. If used,
trenched foundations would have a minimum width of 12 inches and formed continuous foundations
a minimum width of 8 inches.
Care should be taken to avoid placement of structures partly on native soils and partly on newly
placed fill materials to avoid differential settlement. In these areas, mitigation approaches could
include surcharging of the fill materials, overexcavation of the native soils or use of alternative
foundations, such as drilled piers, along with structural floors. Mitigation approaches may vary
between structures depending, in part, on the extent and depth of new fill placement. Specific
approaches could be established at the time of exploration for the individual structures. Care should
be taken on the site to fully document the horizontal and vertical extent of fill placement on the site,
including benching the fill into native slopes.
Preliminary Floor Slab/Exterior Flatwork Subarades
We recommend all existing vegetation/topsoil be removed from beneath the floor slab and exterior
flatwork areas as outlined in the section titled Site Preparation. Due to the moderate to high swell
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potential in areas across the site, as shown on the attached diagram, an over excavation procedure
should be considered in those areas. The over excavation should be expected to extend to depths of
2 to 3 feet, and should be done in accordance with the recommendations for foundation over
excavations.After stripping and completing all cuts and any over excavation,and prior to placement
of any flatwork concrete or fill, the exposed subgrades should be scarified, adjusted in moisture
content and compacted. If the subgrades become dry and desiccated prior to floor slab construction,
it may be necessary to rework the subgrades prior to floor slab placement.
Fill soils required to develop the floor slab subgrades should consist of approved, low-volume
change materials which are free from organic matter and debris. Those fill materials should be
placed as previously described in the section Site Preparation and surcharged/preloaded and/or
monitored as necessary to limit total and differential movement after construction of overlying
improvements.
Preliminary Basement Design and Construction
Groundwater was encountered across the site within the preliminary soil borings at approximate
depths of 2 to 361/2 feet below existing site grades. If lower level construction for either garden-level
or full-depth basements is being considered for the site, we would suggest that the lower level
subgrade(s)be placed a minimum of 3 feet above maximum anticipated rise in groundwater levels,
or a combination exterior and interior perimeter drainage system(s)be installed in areas with shallow
groundwater as indicated on the attached diagram.
Consideration could be given to 1) either designing and installing an area underdrain system to
lower the groundwater levels provided a gravity discharge point can be established. If a gravity
outlet/system cannot be designed another consideration would be to design and install a mechanical
sump pump system to discharge the collected groundwater within the underdrain system, or 2)
elevate/raise the site grades to establish the minimum required 3-foot separation to the maximum
anticipated rise in groundwater EEC is available to assist in the underdrain design if requested.
For each individual building with a garden level or full-depth basement located less than 3 feet
above maximum groundwater levels,the dewatering system should,at a minimum,include an under-
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slab gravel drainage layer sloped to an interior perimeter drainage system. Considerations for the
preliminary design of the combination exterior and interior perimeter drainage system are as follows:
The under-slab drainage system should consist of a properly sized perforated pipe, embedded in
free-draining gravel,placed in a trench at least 12 inches in width. The trench should be inset from
the interior edge of the nearest foundation a minimum of 12 inches. In addition,the trench should be
located such that an imaginary line extending downward at a 45-degree angle from the foundation
does not intersect the nearest edge of the trench. Gravel should extend a minimum of 3 inches
beneath the bottom of the pipe. The underslab drainage system should be sloped at a minimum 1/8
inch per foot to a suitable outlet, such as a sump and pump system.
The underslab drainage layer should consist of a minimum 6-inch thickness of free-draining gravel
meeting the specifications of ASTM C33, Size No. 57 or 67 or equivalent. Cross-connecting
drainage pipes should be provided beneath the slab at minimum 15-foot intervals, and should
discharge to the perimeter drainage system.
Sizing of drainage pipe will be dependent upon groundwater flow into the dewatering system.
Groundwater flow rates will fluctuate with permeability of the soils to be dewatered and the depth to
which groundwater may rise in the future. Pump tests to determine groundwater flow rates are
recommended in order to properly design the system. For preliminary design purposes,the drainage
pipe, sump and pump system should be sized for a projected flow of 0.5 x 10-3 cubic feet per second
(cfs) per lineal foot of drainage pipe. Additional recommendations can be provided upon request
and should be presented in final subsurface exploration reports for each residential/commercial lot.
The exterior drainage system should be constructed around the exterior perimeter of the lower
level/below grade foundation system,and sloped at a minimum 1/8 inch per foot to a suitable outlet,
such as a sump and pump system.
The exterior drainage system should consist of a properly sized perforated pipe, embedded in free-
draining gravel,placed in a trench at least 12 inches in width. Gravel should extend a minimum of 3
inches beneath the bottom of the pipe, and at least 2 feet above the bottom of the foundation wall.
The system should be underlain with a polyethylene moisture barrier,sealed to the foundation walls,
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and extended at least to the edge of the backfill zone. The gravel should be covered with drainage
fabric prior to placement of foundation backfill.
Preliminary Pavement Subgrades
The average swell index for the preliminary test borings is above the LCUASS pavement design
standard maximum value of 2%. Therefore, a swell mitigation plan consisting of a 2 to 3 foot over
excavation and replacement concept or fly ash treatment of the subgrades should be considered
within roadway alignments in areas with swell indices above 2%.
All existing vegetation and/or topsoil and any soft or loose materials should be removed from
pavement areas. After stripping, completing all cuts, and any over excavation, and prior to
placement of any fill or pavements, we recommend the exposed soils be scarified to a minimum
depth of 9 inches, adjusted in moisture content and compacted to at least 95% of the material's
maximum dry density as determined in accordance with ASTM Specification D698, the standard
Proctor procedure. The moisture content of the scarified soils should be adjusted to be within the
range of±2% of standard Proctor optimum moisture.
Fill materials required to develop the pavement subgrades should consist of approved,low-volume
change materials,free from organic matter and debris. The near surface lean clay and/or clayey sand
soils could be used for fill in these areas. We recommend those fill soils be placed in loose lifts not
to exceed 9 inches thick, adjusted in moisture content and compacted to at least 95% of the
material's standard Proctor maximum dry density. Settlement in the fill areas should be expected as
previously outlined with possible mitigation including surcharging or preloading.
After completion of the pavement subgrades, care should be taken to prevent disturbance of those
materials prior to placement of the overlying pavements. Soils which are disturbed by construction
activities should be reworked in-place or,if necessary,removed and replaced prior to placement of
overlying fill or pavements.
Depending on final site grading and/or weather conditions at the time of pavement construction,
stabilization of a portion of the site pavement subgrades may be required to develop suitable
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pavement subgrades. The site clayey soils could be subject to instability at higher moisture contents.
Stabilization could also be considered as part of the pavement design, although prior to finalizing
those sections, a stabilization mix design would be required.
Preliminary Site Pavements
Pavement sections are based on traffic volumes and subgrade strength characteristics. Based on the
results of our laboratory testing,an R-value of 14 would be appropriate for design of the pavements
supported on the subgrade soils. Suggested preliminary pavement sections for the local residential
and minor collector roadways are provided below in Table II. Thicker pavement sections may be
required for roadways classified as major collectors. A final pavement design thickness evaluation
will be determined when a pavement design exploration is completed(after subgrades are developed
to f 6 inches of design and wet utilities installed in the roadways). The projected traffic may vary
from the traffic assumed from the roadway classification based on a site-specific traffic study.
TABLE II—PRELIMINARY PAVEMENT SECTIONS
Local Residential Minor Collectors
Roadways Roadways
EDLA—assume local residential roadways 10 25
Reliability 75%0 85%
Resilient Modulus 4060 4060
PSI Loss—(Initial 4.5,Terminal 2.0 and 2.5 respectively) 2.5 2.2
Design Structure Number 2.49 3.01
Composite Section without Fly Ash—Alternative A
Hot Mix Asphalt(HMA)Grading S(75)PG 58-28 4" 5"
Aggregate Base Course ABC—CDOT Class 5 or 6 7" 8"
Design Structure Number (2.53) (3.08)
Composite Section with Fly Ash—Alternative.B
Hot Mix Asphalt(HMA)Grading S(75)PG 58-28 4" 4"
Aggregate Base Course ABC—CDOT Class 5 or 6 6" 6"
Fly Ash Treated Subgrade 12" 12"
Design Structure Number (3.02) (3.02)
PCC(Non-reinforced)—placed on an approved subgrade 5-1/2" 7"
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Asphalt surfacing should consist of grading S-75 or SX-75 hot bituminous pavement with PG 64-22
or PG 58-28 binder in accordance with Town of Windsor requirements. Aggregate base should be
consistent with CDOT requirements for Class 5 or Class 6 aggregate base.A suggested specification
for stabilization of the subgrades with class C fly ash is included with this report.
As previously mentioned a final subgrade investigation and pavement design should be performed in
general accordance with the LCUASS Pavement Design Criteria prior to placement of any pavement
sections,to determine the required pavement section after design configurations,roadway utilities
have been installed and roadway have been prepared to "rough" subgrade elevations have been
completed.
Detention Ponds
It is expected that various detention ponds may be designed/constructed throughout the site.
Detention ponds are generally designed to collect surface water and/or roof runoff for the project as
a temporary "holding basin" over time and eventually discharge the water into the storm sewer
drainage system. Depending upon the final design depth of the detention ponds, and due to the
potential for groundwater fluctuations to become elevated and enter the ponds, as well as the
permeability characteristics of the on-site cohesive materials,consideration could be given to lining
the pond bottom of the ponds with the on-site clay soils and/or approved imported cohesive soils,to
prevent groundwater intrusion from entering the pond. Sand and gravel generally exhibit high soil
percolation/permeability characteristics allowing for an increase in infiltration, not conducive for
containing water. In general, the bottom of any unlined detention pond should be at least 3-feet
above the maximum anticipate rise in groundwater. After site configurations and detention pond
elevations have been more defined we can provide additional geotechnical exploration activities,
laboratory testing and lining recommendations upon request.
Underground Utility Systems
All piping should be adequately bedded for proper load distribution. It is suggested that clean,graded
gravel compacted to 70 percent of Relative Density ASTM D4253 be used as bedding. Where utilities
are excavated below groundwater, temporary dewatering will be required during excavation, pipe
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placement and backfilling operations for proper construction. Utility trenches should be excavated on
safe and stable slopes in accordance with OSHA regulations as further discussed herein. Backfill
should consist of the on-site soils or approved imported materials. The pipe backfill should be
compacted to a minimum of 95 percent of Standard Proctor Density ASTM D698.
Water Soluble Sulfates—(SO4)
The water soluble sulfate (SO4) testing of the on-site subgrade material collected during our
subsurface exploration is provided in the following table below. Based on the reported sulfate
contents test results,this report includes a recommendation for the CLASS or TYPE of cement for
use for contact in association with the on-site subsoils.
TABLE III-Water Soluble Sulfate Test Results
Soluble Sulfate Content Soluble Sulfate Content
Sample Location Description (mg/kg) (oho)
13-1 S-1 at 2' Clayey Sand/Sandy Lean 5,600 0.56
Clay(SC/CL)
B-5,S-1,at 2' Lean Clay with Sand(CL) 880 0.09
B-5,S-3,at 9' Lean Clay with Sand(CL) 880 0.09
B-11,S-1,at 4' Sandy Lean Clay(CL) 14,600 1.46
B-18,S-1,at 4' Lean Clay with Sand(CL) 14,800 1.48
B-21,S-1,at 4' Lean Clay with Sand(CL) 12,200 1.22
B-25,S-2,at 4' Sandy Lean Clay(CL) 13,200 1.32
B-29,S-1,at 4' Lean Clay with Sand(CL) 7,930 0.79
Based on the results as presented in Table VI above, ACI 318, Section 4.2 indicates the site
overburden soils have a severe risk of sulfate attack on Portland cement concrete.Therefore Class 2
or Type V cement should be used for concrete on and below site grade within the on-site overburden
soils. Foundation concrete should be designed in accordance with the provisions of the ACI Design
Manual, Section 318, Chapter 4. These results are being compared to the following table.
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TABLE IV Requirements to Protect Against Damage to Concrete by Sulfate Attack from External Sources of Sulfate
Severity of Sulfate Water-soluble sulfate(SO4) Water-cement ratio, Cementitious material
exposure in dry soil,percent maximum Requirements
Class 0 0.00 to 0.10%0 0.45 Class 0
Class 1 0.11 to 0.20% 0.45 Class 1
Class 2 0.21 to 2.00% 0.45 Class 2
Class 3 2.01 of greater 0.45 Class 3
Other Considerations and Recommendations
Groundwater was observed at depths of approximately 2 to 361/z feet below present site grades.
Excavations extending to the wetter soils could create difficulties for backfilling of the sewer
trenches with drying of the subgrade soils required to use those materials as backfill. In general,the
subgrade soils could be used as overlot fill and backfill soils although care will be necessary to
maintain sufficient moisture to reduce potential for post-construction movement.
Although evidence of fills or underground facilities such as septic tanks,cesspools,basements,and
utilities was not observed during the site reconnaissance,such features could be encountered during
construction. If unexpected fills or underground facilities are encountered, such features should be
removed and the excavation thoroughly cleaned prior to backfill placement and/or construction.
Excavations into the on-site soils will encounter a variety of conditions. Excavations into the clays
and bedrock can be expected to stand on relatively steep temporary slopes during construction;
however, caving soils may also be encountered especially in close proximity to the groundwater
table, as well as in the sand/gravel zones below the overlying clay soils. Groundwater seepage
should also be anticipated for utility excavations. Pumping from sumps may be utilized to control
water within the excavations. Well points may be required for significant groundwater flow, or
where excavations penetrate groundwater to a significant depth. The individual contractor(s)should
be made responsible for designing and constructing stable, temporary excavations as required to
maintain stability of both the excavation sides and bottom. All excavations should be sloped or
shored in the interest of safety following local and federal regulations, including current OSHA
excavation and trench safety standards.
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Positive drainage should be developed away from the structures and pavement areas with a
minimum slope of 1 inch per foot for the first 10 feet away from the improvements in landscape
areas. Care should be taken in planning of landscaping (if required) adjacent to the buildings to
avoid features which would pond water adjacent to the foundations or stemwalls. Placement of
plants which require irrigation systems or could result in fluctuations of the moisture content of the
subgrade material should be avoided adjacent to site improvements. Irrigation systems should not be
placed within 5 feet of the perimeter of the buildings and parking areas. Spray heads should be
designed not to spray water on or immediately adjacent to the structures or site pavements. Roof
drains should be designed to discharge at least 5 feet away from the structures and away from the
pavement areas.
GENERAL COMMENTS
The analysis and recommendations presented in this report are based upon the data obtained from
the soil borings performed at the indicated locations and from any other information discussed in this
report. This report does not reflect any variations which may occur between borings or across the
site. The nature and extent of such variations may not become evident until construction. If
variations appear evident, it will be necessary to re-evaluate the recommendations of this report.
Site specific explorations will be necessary for the proposed site buildings.
It is recommended that the geotechnical engineer be retained to review the plans and specifications
so that comments can be made regarding the interpretation and implementation of our geotechnical
recommendations in the design and specifications. It is further recommended that the geotechnical
engineer be retained for testing and observations during earthwork and foundation construction
phases to help determine that the design requirements are fulfilled.
This report has been prepared for the exclusive use of Chase Merritt for specific application to the
project discussed and has been prepared in accordance with generally accepted geotechnical
engineering practices. No warranty, express or implied, is made. In the event that any changes in
the nature, design or location of the project as outlined in this report are planned, the conclusions
and recommendations contained in this report shall not be considered valid unless the changes are
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reviewed and the conclusions of this report modified or verified in writing by the geotechnical
engineer.
DRILLING AND EXPLORATION
DRILLING &SAMPLING SYMBOLS:
SS: Split Spoon- 13/8" I.D., 2" O.D., unless otherwise noted PS: Piston Sample
ST: Thin-Walled Tube-2" O.D., unless otherwise noted WS: Wash Sample
R: Ring Barrel Sampler-2.42" I.D.,3" O.D. unless otherwise noted
PA: Power Auger FT: Fish Tail Bit
HA: Hand Auger RB: Rock Bit
DB: Diamond Bit=4", N, B BS: Bulk Sample
AS: Auger Sample PM: Pressure Meter
HS: Hollow Stem Auger WB: Wash Bore
Standard"N"Penetration: Blows per foot of a 140 pound hammer falling 30 inches on a 2-inch O.D.split spoon,except where noted.
WATER LEVEL MEASUREMENT SYMBOLS:
WL : Water Level WS : While Sampling
WCI: Wet Cave in WD : While Drilling
DCI: Dry Cave in BCR: Before Casing Removal
AB : After Boring ACR: After Casting Removal
Water levels indicated on the boring logs are the levels measured in the borings at the time indicated. In pervious soils,the indicated
levels may reflect the location of ground water. In low permeability soils,the accurate determination of ground water levels is not
possible with only short term observations.
DESCRIPTIVE SOIL CLASSIFICATION
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES OF BEDROCK
Soil Classification is based on the Unified Soil Classification
system and the ASTM Designations D-2488. Coarse Grained DEGREE OF WEATHERING:
Soils have move than 50% of their dry weight retained on a Slight Slight decomposition of parent material on
#200 sieve;they are described as: boulders,cobbles,gravel or joints. May be color change.
sand. Fine Grained Soils have less than 50%of their dry weight Moderate Some decomposition and color change
retained on a#200 sieve;they are described as : clays, if they throughout.
are plastic, and silts if they are slightly plastic or non-plastic. High Rock highly decomposed, may be extremely
Major constituents may be added as modifiers and minor broken.
constituents may be added according to the relative
proportions based on grain size. In addition to gradation, HARDNESS AND DEGREE OF CEMENTATION:
coarse grained soils are defined on the basis of their relative in- Limestone and Dolomite:
place density and fine grained soils on the basis of their Hard Difficult to scratch with knife.
consistency. Example: Lean clay with sand,trace gravel, stiff
(CL);silty sand,trace gravel, medium dense(SM). Moderately Can be scratched easily with knife.
CONSISTENCY OF FINE-GRAINED SOILS Hard Cannot be scratched with fingernail.
Unconfined Compressive Soft Can be scratched with fingernail.
Strength,Qu, psf Consistency
Shale,Siltstone and Claystone:
< 500 Very Soft Hard Can be scratched easily with knife,cannot be
500- 1,000 Soft scratched with fingernail.
1,001- 2,000 Medium Moderately Can be scratched with fingernail.
2,001- 4,000 Stiff Hard
4,001- 8,000 Very Stiff Soft Can be easily dented but not molded with
8,001-16,000 Very Hard fingers.
Sandstone and Conglomerate:
RELATIVE DENSITY OF COARSE-GRAINED SOILS: Well Capable of scratching a knife blade.
N-Blows/ft Relative Density Cemented
0-3 Very Loose Cemented Can be scratched with knife.
4-9 Loose
10-29 Medium Dense Poorly Can be broken apart easily with fingers.
30-49 Dense Cemented
50-80 Very Dense
80+ Extremely Dense
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UNIFIED SOIL CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM
Soil Classification
Group Group Name
Criteria for Assigning Group Symbols and Group Names Using Laboratory Tests Symbol
Coarse-Grained Soils Gravels more than Clean Gravels Less Cu24 and 1<Cc<3E GW Well-graded gravel F
more than 50% 50%of coarse than 5%fines
retained on No.200 fraction retained on Cu<4 and/or 1>Cc>3E GP Poorly-graded gravel F
sieve No.4 sieve Gravels with Fines Fines classify as ML or MH GM Silty gravel G'"
more than 12%
fines Fines Classify as CL or CH GC Clayey Gravel F'G'"
Sands 50%or more Clean Sands Less Cu>_6 and 1<Cc53E SW Well-graded sand
coarse fraction than 5%fines
passes No.4 sieve Cu<6 and/or 1>Cc>3E SP Poorly-graded sand
Sands with Fines Fines classify as ML or MH SM Silty sand G'"'l
more than 12%
fines Fines classify as CL or CH SC Clayey sand G'"'l
Fine-Grained Soils Silts and Clays inorganic PI>7 and plots on or above"A"Line CL Lean clay K,L,M
50%or more passes Liquid Limit less
the No.200 sieve than 50 PI<4 or plots below"A"Line ML Silt K,L,M
organic Liquid Limit-oven dried Organic clay K,L,M,N
<0.75 OL
Liquid Limit-not dried Organic silt K,L,M,o
Silts and Clays inorganic PI plots on or above"A"Line CH Fat clay K,L,M
Liquid Limit 50 or
more PI plots below"A"Line MH Elastic Silt K,L,M
organic Liquid Limit-oven dried Organic clay K,L,M,P
<0.75 OH
Liquid Limit-not dried Organic silt K,L,M,o
Highly organic soils Primarily organic matter,dark in color,and organic odor PT Peat
ABased on the material passing the 3-in.(75-mm) Cu=D60/Dlo Cc= (DBO)z Kif soil contains 15 to 29%plus No.200,add"with sand"
sieve D10 x D60 or"with gravel",whichever is predominant.
BIf field sample contained cobbles or boulders,or Llf soil contains 2 30%plus No.200 predominantly sand,
both,add"with cobbles or boulders,or both"to add"sandy"to group name.
group name. IF Ifsoil contains>_15%sand,add"with sand"to MY soil contains>_30%plus No.200 predominantly gravel,
cGravels with 5 to 12%fines required dual symbols: GIf fines classify as CL-ML,use dual symbol GC- add"gravelly"to group name.
GW-GM well graded gravel with silt CM,or SC-SM. NP124 and plots on or above"A"line.
GW-GC well-graded gravel with clay "If fines are organic,add"with organic fines"to 0PI54 or plots below"A"line.
GP-GM poorly-graded gravel with silt group name PPI plots on or above"A"line.
GP-GC poorly-graded gravel with clay If soil contains>15%gravel,add"with gravel"to °PI plots below"A"line.
OSands with 5 to 12%fines require dual symbols: group name
SW-SM well-graded sand with silt 'If Atterberg limits plots shaded area,soil is a CL-
SW-SC well-graded sand with clay ML,Silty clay
SP-SM poorly graded sand with silt
SP-SC poorly graded sand with clay
60
For Classification of fine-grained soils and
fine-grained fraction of coarse-grained
50 soils.
Equation of"A"-line
40 Horizontal at PI=4 to LL=25.5
x then PI-0.73(LL-20)
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then PI=0.9(LI-8)
a 20
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Figure 2: Groundwater Contour Diagram
800-Acre Mixed Use Development
Fort Collins, Colorado
North EEC Project Number: 1172058 Date: September 2017
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Figure 3: Depth to Groundwater Diagram
800-Acre Mixed Use Development
Fort Collins, Colorado
North EEC Project Number: 1172058 Date: September 2017
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Note.-Approximate swell-index values as measured in the laboratory. Variations
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Figure 4: Swell Diagram
800-Acre Mixed Use Development
Fort Collins, Colorado
North EEC Project Number: 1172058 Date: September 2017
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PROJECT NO: 1172058 LOG OF BORING B-1 DATE: SEPTEMBER 2017
RIG TYPE: CME55 SHEET 1 OF 1 WATER DEPTH
FOREMAN: DG START DATE 8/1 412 01 7 WHILE DRILLING 21.0'
AUGER TYPE: 4"CFA FINISH DATE 8/1 412 01 7 CHECKED ON 9/8/2017 22.7'
SPT HAMMER: AUTOMATIC SURFACE ELEV N/A CHECKED ON 8/28/2017 21.5'
SOIL DESCRIPTION D N QU MC DO A•LIMITS -200 SWELL
TYPE (FEET) (BLOWSIFT) (PSF) (%) (PCE) IL PI (%) PRESSURE
SPARSE VEGETATION _
1
CLAYEY SAND/SANDY LEAN CLAY(SC/CL) 2
brown _
medium dense to very loose/stiff to very stiff to soft 3
with calcareous deposits _
with organics 4
Fc—s 5 18 1 6500 6.9 93.7 31 1 19 49.4 1 1200 psf 1.7%
6
7
8
9
--
Ess
10 19 9000+ 9.9
11
12
13
14
brown/gray/rust _
[Cs 15 11 4000 17.5 108.0
16
17
18
19
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20 10 4000 18.4
21
22
23
24
Fc—s 25 2
Continued on Sheet 2 of 2
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PROJECT NO: 1172058 LOG OF BORING B-1 DATE: SEPTEMBER 2017
RIG TYPE: CME55 SHEET 2 OF 2 WATER DEPTH
FOREMAN: DG START DATE 8/14/2017 WHILE DRILLING 21.0'
AUGER TYPE: 4"CFA FINISH DATE 8/14/2017 CHECKED ON 9/8/2017 22.7'
SPT HAMMER: AUTOMATIC SURFACE ELEV N/A CHECKED ON 8/28/2017 21.5'
SOIL DESCRIPTION D N QU MC DD ILIMITS -200 SWELL
TYPE (FEET) (BLOWS/FT) (PSF) (%) (PCF) LL PI I%) PRESSURE %@ 500 PSF
Continued from Sheet 1 of 2 26
27
CLAYEY SAND/SANDY LEAN CLAY(SC/CL) _
brown 28
medium dense
with calcareous deposits 29
with organics
sand/gravel seams Ess
30 23 11.4
31
32
33
34
auger cuttings 35 15.1
36
37
38
39
SAND/GRAVEL(SP/GP) _
brown/gray/rust SS 40 9 9.3
loose to medium dense
BOTTOM OF BORING DEPTH 40.5' 41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
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PROJECT NO: 1172058 LOG OF BORING B-2 DATE: SEPTEMBER 2017
RIG TYPE: CME55 SHEET 1 OF 1 WATER DEPTH
FOREMAN: DG START DATE 8/1 412 01 7 WHILE DRILLING None
AUGER TYPE: 4"CFA FINISH DATE 8/1 412 01 7 AFTER DRILLING N/A
SPT HAMMER: AUTOMATIC SURFACE ELEV N/A 24 HOUR N/A
SOIL DESCRIPTION D N QU MC DD -LIMITS -200 SWELL
TYPE (FEET) (BLOWSIFT) (PSF) (%) (PCE) LL PI (%) PRESSURE %@.500 PSF
SPARSE VEGETATION _
1
SANDY LEAN CLAY(CL) 2
brown _
very stiff to hard CS 3 18 9000+ 9.1 103.4
with calcareous deposits _
4
Ess
5 23 9000+ 9.9
6
7
8
9
Fc—s 10 18 9000+ 9.2 107.7
11
12
13
14
--
Ess
15 21 9000+ 10.0
16
17
18
19
Fc—s 20 23 9000+ 9.6 111.9
21
22
23
24
SS 25 13 9000+ 11.0
BOTTOM OF BORING DEPTH 25.5' _ _
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PROJECT NO: 1172058 LOG OF BORING B.3 DATE: SEPTEMBER 2017
RIG TYPE: CME55 SHEET 1 OF 1 WATER DEPTH
FOREMAN: DG START DATE 8/1 412 01 7 WHILE DRILLING 24.0'
AUGER TYPE: 4"CFA FINISH DATE 8/1 412 01 7 CHECKED ON 9/8/2017 23.4'
SPT HAMMER: AUTOMATIC SURFACE ELEV N/A CHECKED ON 8/28/2017 22.7'
SOIL DESCRIPTION D N oU MC DO A•LIMITS -200 SWELL
TYPE (FEET) (BLOWSIFT) (PSF) (%) (PCE) IL PI (%) PRESSURE
VEGETATION&TOPSOIL _
1
LEAN CLAY with SAND(CL) 2
brown _ %@ 150 Psf
very stiff to stiff [Cs 3 24 9000+ 7.9 104.3 33 19 71 1400 psf 4.8%
with calcareous deposits _
with organics 4
Ess
5 18 9000+ 9.2
6
7
8
9
'SANDY LEAN CLAY(CL)Lens Fc—s 10 13 9000+ 13.2 111.0 32 15 60.8 1400 psf 0.7%
11
12
13
14
brown/gray/rust _
SS 15 13 5500 16.6
16
17
18
19
Fc—s 20 11 3000 19.6 106.7
21
22
23
24
SS 25 20 4000 17.1
BOTTOM OF BORING DEPTH 25.5'
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PROJECT NO: 1172058 LOG OF BORING B-4 DATE: SEPTEMBER 2017
RIG TYPE: CME55 SHEET 1 OF 1 WATER DEPTH
FOREMAN: DG START DATE 8/18/2017 WHILE DRILLING 17.5'
AUGER TYPE: 4"CFA FINISH DATE 8/1 812 01 7 AFTER DRILLING N/A
SPT HAMMER: AUTOMATIC SURFACE ELEV N/A 24 HOUR N/A
SOIL DESCRIPTION D N oU MC DD -LIMITS -200 SWELL
TYPE (FEET) (BLOWSIFT) (PSF) (%) (PCE) LL PI (%) PRESSURE %@.500 PSF
1
SANDY LEAN CLAY(CL) 2
brown _ %@ 150 PSf
medium stiff to stiff [Cs 3 10 9000+ 13.7 113.0 30 23 54.3 1800 psf 1.2%
4
with calcareous deposits _
SS 5 6 6500 15.3
6
7
8
9
Fc—s 10 15 7500 19.5 105.9 1400 psf 0.7%
11
12
13
14
--
Ess
15 8 5000 21.1
16
17
18
SAND/GRAVEL(SPIGP) 19
brown _
very loose to medium dense [Cs 20 2 11.8 114.2
21
22
23
24
SS 25 17 0.2
Continued on Sheet 2 of 2 _ _
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PROJECT NO: 1172058 LOG OF BORING B-4 DATE: SEPTEMBER 2017
RIG TYPE: CME55 SHEET 2 OF 2 WATER DEPTH
FOREMAN: DG START DATE 8/18/2017 WHILE DRILLING 17.5'
AUGER TYPE: 4"CFA FINISH DATE 8/18/2017 AFTER DRILLING NIA
SPT HAMMER: AUTOMATIC SURFACE ELEV N/A 24 HOUR NIA
SOIL DESCRIPTION D N QU MC DD A-LIMITS -200 SWELL
TYPE (FEET) (BLOWS/FT) (PSI) (%) (PCF) LL PI I%) PRESSURE %@ 500 PSF
Continued from Sheet 1 of 2 26
27
SAND/GRAVEL(SP/GP) _
brown 28
medium dense to dense
29
CLAYSTONE/SILTSTONE/SANDSTONE CS 30 33 9000+ 19.5 107.4
brown/gray/rust _
moderately hard to hard 31
32
33
gray 34
Ess
35 5014" 6000 19.8
36
37
38
auger cuttings 39 28.0
40
BOTTOM OF BORING DEPTH 40.0'
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
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PROJECT NO: 1172058 LOG OF BORING B-5 DATE: SEPTEMBER 2017
RIG TYPE: CME55 SHEET 1 OF 1 WATER DEPTH
FOREMAN: DG START DATE 8/18/2017 WHILE DRILLING 2.0'
AUGER TYPE: 4"CFA FINISH DATE 8/1 812 01 7 CHECKED ON 9/8/2017 6.3'
SPT HAMMER: AUTOMATIC SURFACE ELEV N/A CHECKED ON 8/28/2017 4.6'
SOIL DESCRIPTION D N QU MC DO A•LIMITS -200 SWELL
TYPE (FEET) (BLOWSIFT) (PSF) (%) (PCE) IL PI (%) PRESSURE
VEGETATION&TOPSOIL _
1
LEAN CLAY with SAND(CL) 2
gray/brown/rust _
soft to medium stiff [Cs 3 6 1500 26.6 94.8
with organics _
4
gray/rust _
Ess
5 2 44.3
6
7
8
9
Fc—s 10 6 1000 26.0 97.8 33 19 81.3 <500 psf none
11
12
13
14
--
Ess
15 7 1000 29.2
16
17
SILTY SAND/GRAVEL(SM/GM) 18
brown/rust/gray
loose to medium dense 19
Fc—s 20 15
21
22
23
24
intermittent clay seams _
SS 25 8
BOTTOM OF BORING DEPTH 25.5' _ _
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PROJECT NO: 1172058 LOG OF BORING B-6 DATE: SEPTEMBER 2017
RIG TYPE: CME55 SHEET 1 OF 1 WATER DEPTH
FOREMAN: DG START DATE 8/18/2017 WHILE DRILLING 4.5'
AUGER TYPE: 4"CFA FINISH DATE 8/1 812 01 7 AFTER DRILLING N/A
SPT HAMMER: AUTOMATIC SURFACE ELEV N/A 24 HOUR N/A
SOIL DESCRIPTION D N QU MC DD -LIMITS -200 SWELL
TYPE (FEET) (BLOWSIFT) (PSF) (%) (PCE) LL PI (%) PRESSURE %@.500 PSF
1
SANDY LEAN CLAY(CL) 2
gray/rust _
soft to medium stiff 3
4
Fc_s 5 4 1500 21.3 103.2 34 20 58.2 <500 psf none
6
7
8
9
brown/rust/gray _
SS 10 14 1000 27.1
SILTY SAND/GRAVEL ISM/GM) 11
brown/rust/gray _
loose 12
13
14
Fc—s 15 5
16
17
18
19
ESS 20 8 10.6
21
22
23
24
SANDSTONE ISILTSTONE/CLAYSTONE _
gray/brown/rust CS 25 37 3500 17.8
BOTTOM OF BORING DEPTH 25.0'
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PROJECT NO: 1172058 LOG OF BORING B-7 DATE: SEPTEMBER 2017
RIG TYPE: CME55 SHEET 1 OF 1 WATER DEPTH
FOREMAN: DG START DATE 8/1 412 01 7 WHILE DRILLING 18.0'
AUGER TYPE: 4"CFA FINISH DATE 8/1 412 01 7 AFTER DRILLING N/A
SPT HAMMER: AUTOMATIC SURFACE ELEV N/A 24 HOUR N/A
SOIL DESCRIPTION D N oU MC DD -LIMITS -200 SWELL
TYPE (FEET) (BLOWSIFT) (PSF) (%) (PCE) LL PI (%) PRESSURE %@.500 PSF
VEGETATION&TOPSOIL _
1
SANDY LEAN CLAY(CL) 2
brown _ %@ 150 Psf
very stiff CS 3 27 9000+ 5.8 107.2 1600 psf 4.4%
with calcareous deposits _
with organics 4
Ess
5 17 7.6
6
7
8
9
Fc—s 10 21 9000+ 13.2 118.3
11
12
13
14
brown/rust/gray _
SS 15 10 4500 17.5
16
17
18
19
CS 20 24 4000 13.2 119.7
SAND/GRAVEL(SP/GP)
brown/rust/gray 21
medium dense
22
23
24
SS 25 21 8.0
BOTTOM OF BORING DEPTH 25.5'
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PROJECT NO: 1172058 LOG OF BORING B-8 DATE: SEPTEMBER 2017
RIG TYPE: CME55 SHEET 1 OF 1 WATER DEPTH
FOREMAN: DG START DATE 8/1 412 01 7 WHILE DRILLING None
AUGER TYPE: 4"CFA FINISH DATE 8/1 412 01 7 CHECKED ON 9/8/2017 None
SPT HAMMER: AUTOMATIC SURFACE ELEV N/A CHECKED ON 8/28/2017 None
SOIL DESCRIPTION D N QU MC DO A•LIMITS -200 SWELL
TYPE (FEET) (BLOWSIFT) (PSF) (%) (PCE) IL PI (%) PRESSURE
1
SANDY LEAN CLAY(CL) 2
brown _
stiff to very stiff to medium stiff 3
4
Fc—s 5 24 1 9000+ 6.7 1103.9 1 34 1 19 65.2 1 1800 PSf 3.3%
6
7
8
9
--
Ess
10 11 9000+ 12.4
11
12
13
14
Fc—s 15 14 9000+ 13.1 110.7
16
17
18
19
with calcareous deposits _
SS 20 14 7000 18.3
E
21
22
23
24
CS 25 7 3000 25.2 96.5
BOTTOM OF BORING DEPTH 25.0' _ _
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PROJECT NO: 1172058 LOG OF BORING B-9 DATE: SEPTEMBER 2017
RIG TYPE: CME55 SHEET 1 OF 1 WATER DEPTH
FOREMAN: DG START DATE 8/18/2017 WHILE DRILLING 18.5'
AUGER TYPE: 4"CFA FINISH DATE 8/1 812 01 7 AFTER DRILLING N/A
SPT HAMMER: AUTOMATIC SURFACE ELEV N/A 24 HOUR N/A
SOIL DESCRIPTION D N QU MC DD -LIMITS -200 SWELL
TYPE (FEET) (BLOWSIFT) (PSF) (%) (PCE) LL PI (%) PRESSURE %@.500 PSF
1
SANDY LEAN CLAY(CL) 2
brown _
very stiff to stiff CS 3 7 9000+ 14.2 112.8
4
with calcareous deposits
Ess
--5 6 7500 16.8
6
7
8
9
brown/rust _
[Cs 10 16 8500 20.2 104.3 1600PSI` 0.8%
11
12
13
14
--
Ess
15 6 2000 26.4
16
17
18
SAND/GRAVEL(SPIGP) 19
brown _
medium dense [Cs 20 19 12.5 112.1
21
22
23
24
SS 25 31 9.9
BOTTOM OF BORING DEPTH 25.5' _ _
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PROJECT NO: 1172058 LOG OF BORING B-10 DATE: SEPTEMBER 2017
RIG TYPE: CME55 SHEET 1 OF 1 WATER DEPTH
FOREMAN: DG START DATE 8/1 412 01 7 WHILE DRILLING 19.0'
AUGER TYPE: 4"CFA FINISH DATE 8/1 412 01 7 CHECKED ON 9/8/2017 22.7'
SPT HAMMER: AUTOMATIC SURFACE ELEV N/A CHECKED ON 8/28/2017 22.3'
SOIL DESCRIPTION D N oU MC DO A•LIMITS -200 SWELL
TYPE (FEET) (BLOWSIFT) (PSF) (%) (PCE) IL PI (%) PRESSURE
SPARSE VEGETATION _
1
SANDY LEAN CLAY(CL) 2
brown _ %@ 150 psf
very stiff to stiff [Cs 3 8 8500 16.4 107.5 2000 psf 2.4%
with calcareous deposits _
4
Ess
5 7 8000 15.9
6
7
8
9
Fc—s 10 11 9000+ 14.5 112.4 30 16 52.1 2000 psf 0.9%
11
12
13
14
brown/tan/rust _
SS 15 9 3500 22.9
16
17
18
19
rust/brown/gray _
[Cs 20 10 25.1 95.5
21
SAND/GRAVEL(SP/GP) 22
brown
medium dense 23
24
SS 25 13 9.6
BOTTOM OF BORING DEPTH 25.5'
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PROJECT NO: 1172058 LOG OF BORING B-11 DATE: SEPTEMBER 2017
RIG TYPE: CME55 SHEET 1 OF 1 WATER DEPTH
FOREMAN: DG START DATE 8/1 412 01 7 WHILE DRILLING 15.0'
AUGER TYPE: 4"CFA FINISH DATE 8/1 412 01 7 CHECKED ON 9/8/2017 14.8'
SPT HAMMER: AUTOMATIC SURFACE ELEV N/A CHECKED ON 8/28/2017 14.0'
SOIL DESCRIPTION D N QU MC DO A•LIMITS -200 SWELL
TYPE (FEET) (BLOWSIFT) (PSF) (%) (PCE) IL PI (%) PRESSURE
SPARSE VEGETATION _
1
SANDY LEAN CLAY(CL) 2
brown _
very stiff to stiff 3
4
Fc—s 5 11 1 7000 16.4 111.5 1 32 1 20 63.1
6
7
8
9
tan/gray/rust _
SS 10 8 4000 14.9
11
12
13
14
brown/rust/gray _
CS 15 9 2000 17.6 115.3
16
SAND/GRAVEL(SPIGP) 17
brown/rust/gray _
medium dense 18
19
E
20 18 23.0
21
22
23
24
CS 25 15 27.6 108.9
BOTTOM OF BORING DEPTH 25.0' _ _
Earth Engineering Consultants, LLC
800 ACRE MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT
FORT COLLINS,COLORADO
PROJECT NO: 1172058 LOG OF BORING B-12 DATE: SEPTEMBER 2017
RIG TYPE: CME55 SHEET 1 OF 1 WATER DEPTH
FOREMAN: DG START DATE 8/1 412 01 7 WHILE DRILLING 14.5'
AUGER TYPE: 4"CFA FINISH DATE 8/1 412 01 7 CHECKED ON 9/8/2017 16.5'
SPT HAMMER: AUTOMATIC SURFACE ELEV N/A CHECKED ON 8/28/2017 15.0'
SOIL DESCRIPTION D N QU MC DO A•LIMITS -200 SWELL
TYPE (FEET) (BLOWSIFT) (PSF) (%) (PCE) IL PI (%) PRESSURE
1
SANDY LEAN CLAY(CL) 2
brown _
very stiff [Cs 3 8 6500 16.5 98.6
with calcareous deposits _
4
Ess
5 9 6000 15.3
6
7
8
9
brown/tan _
[Cs 10 4 6000 20.7 100.2
11
12
13
14
--
Ess
15 9 6000 18.1
16
17
18
19
SAND/GRAVEL(SP/GP) CS 20 20 10.1 132.6
brown/tan _
medium dense 21
with cobbles and clay seams _
22
23
24
SS 25 10 7.9
BOTTOM OF BORING DEPTH 25.5' _ _
Earth Engineering Consultants, LLC
800 ACRE MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT
FORT COLLINS,COLORADO
PROJECT NO: 1172058 LOG OF BORING B-13 DATE: SEPTEMBER 2017
RIG TYPE: CME55 SHEET 1 OF 1 WATER DEPTH
FOREMAN: DG START DATE 8/1 412 01 7 WHILE DRILLING 10.0'
AUGER TYPE: 4"CFA FINISH DATE 8/1 412 01 7 AFTER DRILLING N/A
SPT HAMMER: AUTOMATIC SURFACE ELEV N/A 24 HOUR N/A
SOIL DESCRIPTION D N QU MC DD -LIMITS -200 SWELL
TYPE (FEET) (BLOWSIFT) (PSF) (%) (PCE) LL PI (%) PRESSURE %@.500 PSF
VEGETATION&TOPSOIL _
1
CLAYEY SAND(SC) 2
gray _
loose to very loose CS 3 8 4000 24.8 86.5
4
--
Ess
5 2 1000 36.2
6
7
8
9
SILTY SAND(SM) CS 10 6 21.6 104.2 NL NP 30.3 <500 psf none
brown/rust/gray _
loose to medium dense 11
12
13
14
--
Ess
15 12 1500 22.9
16
SAND/GRAVEL(SPIGP) 17
rust/brown
medium dense 18
19
Fc—s 20 22 1 1000 8.0 130.3
21
22
23
24
SS 25 10 9.2
BOTTOM OF BORING DEPTH 25.5'
Earth Engineering Consultants, LLC
800 ACRE MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT
FORT COLLINS,COLORADO
PROJECT NO: 1172058 LOG OF BORING B-14 DATE: SEPTEMBER 2017
RIG TYPE: CME55 SHEET 1 OF 1 WATER DEPTH
FOREMAN: DG START DATE 8/1 412 01 7 WHILE DRILLING 12.0'
AUGER TYPE: 4"CFA FINISH DATE 8/1 412 01 7 CHECKED ON 9/8/20117 18.2'
SPT HAMMER: AUTOMATIC SURFACE ELEV N/A 24 HOUR 14.7'
SOIL DESCRIPTION D N QU MC DO A•LIMITS -200 SWELL
TYPE (FEET) (BLOWSIFT) (PSF) (%) (PCE) IL PI (%) PRESSURE %@.500 PSF
1
SANDY LEAN CLAY(CL) 2
brown _
very stiff to medium stiff 3
with calcareous deposits _
4
Fc—s 5 10 1 6000 15.1 1107.4 1 36 1 19 51.8 1 1600 PSf 0.4%
6
7
8
9
__
Ess
10 8 4500 18.3
11
12
13
14
Fc—s 15 10 2500 18.6 110.0
16
17
18
19
brown/rust _
with intermittent silty sand lenses SS 20 14 1500 23.5
21
22
23
24
SAND/GRAVEL(SP/GP) _
brown/rust,loose,with intermittent clay seams CS 25 7 10.4 117.6
BOTTOM OF BORING DEPTH 25.0'
Earth Engineering Consultants, LLC
800 ACRE MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT
FORT COLLINS,COLORADO
PROJECT NO: 1172058 LOG OF BORING B-15 DATE: SEPTEMBER 2017
RIG TYPE: CME55 SHEET 1 OF 1 WATER DEPTH
FOREMAN: DG START DATE 8/18/2017 WHILE DRILLING 31.0'
AUGER TYPE: 4"CFA FINISH DATE 8/1 812 01 7 CHECKED ON 9/8/2017 36.5'
SPT HAMMER: AUTOMATIC SURFACE ELEV N/A CHECKED ON 8/28/2017 33.0'
SOIL DESCRIPTION D N oU MC DO A•LIMITS -200 SWELL
TYPE (FEET) (BLOWSIFT) (PSF) (%) (PCE) IL PI (%) PRESSURE
VEGETATION&TOPSOIL _
1
LEAN CLAY with SAND(CL) 2
brown _ %@ 150 Psf
very stiff to medium stiff [Cs 3 30 9000+ 8.0 111.1 3500 psf 7.6%
with calcareous deposits _
4
Ess
5 15 9000+ 7.6
6
7
8
9
Fc—s 10 25 9000+ 9.4 109.0 40 25 81.2 3500 psf 4.4%
11
12
13
14
--
Ess
15 35 9000+ 10.9
16
17
18
19
SANDY LEAN CLAY(CL)Lens Fc—s 20 17 9000+ 15.2 113.4 24 11 67.9 1600 psf 0.7%
21
22
23
24
SS 25 18 3000 18.7
Continued on Sheet 2 of 2
Earth Engineering Consultants, LLC
800 ACRE MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT
FORT COLLINS, COLORADO
PROJECT NO: 1172058 LOG OF BORING B-15 DATE: SEPTEMBER 2017
RIG TYPE: CME55 SHEET 2 OF 2 WATER DEPTH
FOREMAN: DG START DATE 8/18/2017 WHILE DRILLING 31.0'
AUGER TYPE: 4"CFA FINISH DATE 8/18/2017 CHECKED ON 9/8/2017 36.5'
SPT HAMMER: AUTOMATIC SURFACE ELEV N/A CHECKED ON 8/28/2017 33.0'
SOIL DESCRIPTION D N QU MC DD A-LIMITS -200 SWELL
TYPE (FEET) (BLOWS/FT) (PSI) (%) (PCF) LL PI I%) PRESSURE %@ 500 PSF
Continued from Sheet 1 of 2 26
27
LEAN CLAY with SAND(CL) _
brown 28
very stiff to medium stiff _
with calcareous deposits 29
re-S 30 14 7000 17.0 112.8
31
32
33
34
SS 35 18 2000 19.2
36
SILTY SAND/GRAVEL ISM/GM) _
brown/gray/rust 37
medium dense
38
39
Fc—s 40 29 4.0 128.1
BOTTOM OF BORING DEPTH 40.0'
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
Earth Engineering Consultants, LLC
800 ACRE MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT
FORT COLLINS,COLORADO
PROJECT NO: 1172058 LOG OF BORING B-16 DATE: SEPTEMBER 2017
RIG TYPE: CME55 SHEET 1 OF 1 WATER DEPTH
FOREMAN: DG START DATE 8/18/2017 WHILE DRILLING 12.0'
AUGER TYPE: 4"CFA FINISH DATE 8/1 812 01 7 AFTER DRILLING N/A
SPT HAMMER: AUTOMATIC SURFACE ELEV N/A 24 HOUR N/A
SOIL DESCRIPTION D N QU MC DD -LIMITS -200 SWELL
TYPE (FEET) (BLOWSIFT) (PSF) (%) (PCE) LL PI (%) PRESSURE %@.500 PSF
SPARSE VEGETATION _
1
CLAYEY SAND(SC) 2
brown _
medium dense to loose 3
with calcareous deposits _
4
Fc—s 5 15 8000 15.5 112.3 1 25 1 11 43.8 1 800psf 0.1%
6
7
8
9
--
Ess
10 4 21.9
11
12
13
14
brown/rust _
CS 15 8 21.0 112.7
16
17
18
19
brown/gray/rust SS 20 8 19.2
21
22
SILTY SAND/GRAVEL ISM/GM) 23
brown/gray/rust
medium dense 24
CS 25 17 -- 10.6 123.1
BOTTOM OF BORING DEPTH 25.0' _ _
Earth Engineering Consultants, LLC
800 ACRE MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT
FORT COLLINS,COLORADO
PROJECT NO: 1172058 LOG OF BORING B-17 DATE: SEPTEMBER 2017
RIG TYPE: CME55 SHEET 1 OF 1 WATER DEPTH
FOREMAN: DG START DATE 8/18/2017 WHILE DRILLING 12.5'
AUGER TYPE: 4"CFA FINISH DATE 8/1 812 01 7 CHECKED ON 9/8/2017 16.9'
SPT HAMMER: AUTOMATIC SURFACE ELEV N/A CHECKED ON 8/28/2017 15.3'
SOIL DESCRIPTION D N QU MC DO A•LIMITS -200 SWELL
TYPE (FEET) (BLOWSIFT) (PSF) (%) (PCE) IL PI (%) PRESSURE
SPARSE VEGETATION _
1
SANDY LEAN CLAY(CL) 2
brown _
very stiff to medium stiff [Cs 3 13 8000 18.3 102.4
with calcareous deposits _
4
Ess
5 12 6000 19.1
6
7
8
9
Fc—s 10 8 3500 34.2 95.6
11
12
13
14
brown/rust/gray _
SS 15 8 2000 19.6
16
17
18
SILTY SAND/GRAVEL ISM/GM)
brown/rust/gray 19
medium dense
[Cs 20 17 9.3 124.3
21
22
23
24
SS 25 20 6.1
BOTTOM OF BORING DEPTH 25.5' _ _
Earth Engineering Consultants, LLC
800 ACRE MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT
FORT COLLINS,COLORADO
PROJECT NO: 1172058 LOG OF BORING B-18 DATE: SEPTEMBER 2017
RIG TYPE: CME55 SHEET 1 OF 1 WATER DEPTH
FOREMAN: DG START DATE 812 512 01 7 WHILE DRILLING 13.5'
AUGER TYPE: 4"CFA FINISH DATE 8/2 512 01 7 AFTER DRILLING N/A
SPT HAMMER: AUTOMATIC SURFACE ELEV N/A 24 HOUR N/A
SOIL DESCRIPTION D N QU MC DD -LIMITS -200 SWELL
TYPE (FEET) (BLOWSIFT) (PSF) (%) (PCE) LL PI (%) PRESSURE %@.500 PSF
SPARSE VEGETATION _
1
SANDY LEAN CLAY(CL) 2
brown _
very stiff to stiff to medium stiff 3
with calcareous deposits _
4
Fc—s 5 12 1 9000+ 19.0 101.E 1 29 1 16 69.2 1 800 PSf 0.3%
6
7
8
9
--
Ess
10 7 2500 22.7
11
12
13
14
Fc—s 15 8 3500 19.9 108.0
16
17
SILTY SAND/GRAVEL ISM/GM) 18
brown _
medium dense 19
ESS 20 15 11.4
21
22
23
24
CS 25 22 13.1 120.7
BOTTOM OF BORING DEPTH 25.0' _ _
Earth Engineering Consultants, LLC
800 ACRE MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT
FORT COLLINS,COLORADO
PROJECT NO: 1172058 LOG OF BORING B-19 DATE: SEPTEMBER 2017
RIG TYPE: CME55 SHEET 1 OF 1 WATER DEPTH
FOREMAN: DG START DATE 812 512 01 7 WHILE DRILLING 9.5'
AUGER TYPE: 4"CFA FINISH DATE 8/2 812 01 7 AFTER DRILLING N/A
SPT HAMMER: AUTOMATIC SURFACE ELEV N/A 24 HOUR N/A
SOIL DESCRIPTION D N QU MC DD -LIMITS -200 SWELL
TYPE (FEET) (BLOWSIFT) (PSF) (%) (PCE) LL PI (%) PRESSURE %@.500 PSF
SPARSE VEGETATION _
1
SANDY LEAN CLAY(CL) 2
brown/red _
very stiff 3
with calcareous deposits _
4
Fc—s 5 10 1 6500 20.5 100.E 1 27 1 13 68 1 <500 PSf none
6
7
8
9
SAND/GRAVEL(SP/GP) SS 10 17 5.4
brown/red _ --
medium dense 11
12
13
14
Fc—,, 15 28 10.2 127.7 NL NP 2
16
17
18
19
intermittent clay seams _
SS 20 14 7.9
E
21
22
23
24
Fc—s 25 23 11.4 129.6
Continued on Sheet 2 of 2
Earth Engineering Consultants, LLC
800 ACRE MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT
FORT COLLINS, COLORADO
PROJECT NO: 1172058 LOG OF BORING B-19 DATE: SEPTEMBER 2017
RIG TYPE: CME55 SHEET 2 OF 2 WATER DEPTH
FOREMAN: DG START DATE 8/25/2017 WHILE DRILLING 9.5'
AUGER TYPE: 4"CFA FINISH DATE 8/2 812 01 7 AFTER DRILLING NIA
SPT HAMMER: AUTOMATIC SURFACE ELEV N/A 24 HOUR NIA
SOIL DESCRIPTION D N QU MC DD A-LIMITS -200 SWELL
TYPE (FEET) (BLOWS/FT) (PSF) (%) (PCF) LL PI I%) PRESSURE %@ 500 PSF
Continued from Sheet 1 of 2 26
27
SANDSTONE/SILTSTONE/CLAYSTONE _
brown/gray/rust 28
moderately hard to hard _
29
Ess
30 30 9000+ 22.8
__
31
32
33
34
Fc—s 35 50/11" 9000+ 22.6 107.0
36
37
38
39
SS 40 41 7000 24.4
BOTTOM OF BORING DEPTH 40.5' 41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
Earth Engineering Consultants, LLC
800 ACRE MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT
FORT COLLINS,COLORADO
PROJECT NO: 1172058 LOG OF BORING B-20 DATE: SEPTEMBER 2017
RIG TYPE: CME55 SHEET 1 OF 1 WATER DEPTH
FOREMAN: DG START DATE 812 512 01 7 WHILE DRILLING 9.5
AUGER TYPE: 4"CFA FINISH DATE 8/2 512 01 7 CHECKED ON 9/8/2017 12.0'
SPT HAMMER: AUTOMATIC SURFACE ELEV N/A CHECKED ON 8/28/2017 10.7
SOIL DESCRIPTION D N QU MC DO A•LIMITS -200 SWELL
TYPE (FEET) (BLOWSIFT) (PSF) (%) (PCE) IL PI (%) PRESSURE
SPARSE VEGETATION _
1
SANDY LEAN CLAY(CL) 2
brown _
very stiff to stiff [Cs 3 10 5500 20.7 101.6
with calcareous deposits _
with gypsum crystals 4
Ess
5 6 3000 21.8
6
7
8
9
SILT(ML) CS 10 8 1000 19.6 109.7 23 6 64.7 <500 psf none
brown/rust _
soft 11
12
13
SAND/GRAVEL(SP/GP) 14
brown/rust _
loose to medium dense SS 15 8 5.5 NL NP 3.4
16
17
18
19
Fc—s 20 17 10.2 118.1
21
22
23
24
SANDSTONE ISILTSTONE/CLAYSTONE _
brown/gray/rust,moderately hard SS 25 38 3500 17.3
BOTTOM OF BORING DEPTH 25.5.
Earth Engineering Consultants, LLC
800 ACRE MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT
FORT COLLINS,COLORADO
PROJECT NO: 1172058 LOG OF BORING B-21 DATE: SEPTEMBER 2017
RIG TYPE: CME55 SHEET 1 OF 1 WATER DEPTH
FOREMAN: DG START DATE 812 512 01 7 WHILE DRILLING 9.0'
AUGER TYPE: 4"CFA FINISH DATE 8/2 512 01 7 AFTER DRILLING N/A
SPT HAMMER: AUTOMATIC SURFACE ELEV N/A 24 HOUR N/A
SOIL DESCRIPTION D N oU MC DD -LIMITS -200 SWELL
TYPE (FEET) (BLOWSIFT) (PSF) (%) (PCE) LL PI (%) PRESSURE %@.500 PSF
SPARSE VEGETATION _
1
LEAN CLAY with SAND(CL) 2
brown _ %@ 150 psf
very stiff to medium stiff CS 3 12 9000+ 16.1 110.0 34 22 83.2 2000 psf 2.4%
with calcareous deposits _
4
brown/red/gray _
with silty seams Ess
5 9 2000 23.5
6
7
8
9
SAND/GRAVEL(SP/GP) CS 10 19 8.2 124.6
brown/red/gray _
dense to medium dense 11
12
13
14
--
Ess
15 43 6.5
16
17
18
19
Fc—s 20 22 8.6 134.4
21
22
23
24
auger cuttings 25 10.1
BOTTOM OF BORING DEPTH 25.5'
Earth Engineering Consultants, LLC
800 ACRE MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT
FORT COLLINS,COLORADO
PROJECT NO: 1172058 LOG OF BORING B-22 DATE: SEPTEMBER 2017
RIG TYPE: CME55 SHEET 1 OF 1 WATER DEPTH
FOREMAN: DG START DATE 812 512 01 7 WHILE DRILLING 8.0'
AUGER TYPE: 4"CFA FINISH DATE 8/2 512 01 7 AFTER DRILLING N/A
SPT HAMMER: AUTOMATIC SURFACE ELEV N/A 24 HOUR N/A
SOIL DESCRIPTION D N QU MC DD -LIMITS -200 SWELL
TYPE (FEET) (BLOWSIFT) (PSF) (%) (PCE) LL PI (%) PRESSURE %@.500 PSF
VEGETATION&TOPSOIL _
1
SANDY LEAN CLAY(CL) 2
brown _
very stiff 3
with calcareous deposits _
4
%Q 150 psf
Fc—s 5 6 1 7000 16.4 97.0 1 1 1 1200 psf 1.1%
6
7
8
SAND/GRAVEL with SILT(SP-SM/GP- GM) 9
brown _
medium dense SS 10 23 8.2
11
12
13
14
Fc—s 15 15 9.0 122.8 NL NP 9.2
16
17
18
19
Ess
20 22 9.9
21
22
23
24
CS 25 16 6.8 148.4
BOTTOM OF BORING DEPTH 25.0' _ _
Earth Engineering Consultants, LLC
800 ACRE MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT
FORT COLLINS,COLORADO
PROJECT NO: 1172058 LOG OF BORING B-23 DATE: SEPTEMBER 2017
RIG TYPE: CME55 SHEET 1 OF 1 WATER DEPTH
FOREMAN: DG START DATE 8/28/2017 WHILE DRILLING 13.0'
AUGER TYPE: 4"CFA FINISH DATE 8/2 812 01 7 CHECKED ON 9/8/2017 12.3'
SPT HAMMER: AUTOMATIC SURFACE ELEV N/A 24 HOUR N/A
SOIL DESCRIPTION D N QU MC DO A•LIMITS -200 SWELL
TYPE (FEET) (BLOWSIFT) (PSF) (%) (PCE) IL PI (%) PRESSURE %@.500 PSF
1
SANDY LEAN CLAY(CL) 2
brown _
stiff rcs 3 7 4000 12.7 100.1
with calcareous deposits _
4
red/brown _
Ess
5 6 2000 26.8
6
7
8
9
brown/gray I rust _
CS 10 8 3500 29.4 90.0
11
12
13
SAND/GRAVEL(SP/GP) 14
brown/gray/rust _
medium dense to dense SS 15 23 8.0
16
17
18
19
Fc—s 20 32 13.3 119.5
21
22
23
24
SS 25 17 6.2
BOTTOM OF BORING DEPTH 25.5' _ _
Earth Engineering Consultants, LLC
800 ACRE MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT
FORT COLLINS,COLORADO
PROJECT NO: 1172058 LOG OF BORING B-24 DATE: SEPTEMBER 2017
RIG TYPE: CME55 SHEET 1 OF 1 WATER DEPTH
FOREMAN: DG START DATE 8/28/2017 WHILE DRILLING 11.0'
AUGER TYPE: 4"CFA FINISH DATE 8/2 812 01 7 AFTER DRILLING N/A
SPT HAMMER: AUTOMATIC SURFACE ELEV N/A 24 HOUR N/A
SOIL DESCRIPTION D N QU MC DD -LIMITS -200 SWELL
TYPE (FEET) (BLOWSIFT) (PSF) (%) (PCE) LL PI (%) PRESSURE %@.500 PSF
SPARSE VEGETATION _
1
SANDY LEAN CLAY(CL) 2
brown _
medium stiff 3
with calcareous deposits _
4
Fc—s 5 6 1 4000 25.5 89.6
6
7
8
9
gray/brown/rust _
SS 10 7 2500 31.4
11
12
13
CLAYEY SAND(SC) 14
gray/brown/rust _
loose to medium dense CS 15 10 8.7
16
17
18
19
with gray silty Icay seams _
SS 20 9 19.3 26 10 "A
E
21
22
23
24
Fc—s 25 18 9.0 107.9
Earth Engineering Consultants, LLC
800 ACRE MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT
FORT COLLINS, COLORADO
PROJECT NO: 1172058 LOG OF BORING B-24 DATE: SEPTEMBER 2017
RIG TYPE: CME55 SHEET 2 OF 2 WATER DEPTH
FOREMAN: DG START DATE 8/28/2017 WHILE DRILLING 11.0'
AUGER TYPE: 4"CFA FINISH DATE 8/2 812 01 7 AFTER DRILLING NIA
SPT HAMMER: AUTOMATIC SURFACE ELEV N/A 24 HOUR NIA
SOIL DESCRIPTION D N QU MC DD A-LIMITS -200 SWELL
TYPE (FEET) (BLOWS/FT) (PSI) (%) (PCF) LL PI I%) PRESSURE %@ 500 PSF
Continued from Sheet 1 of 2 26
27
CLAYSTONE 28
gray/rust _
highly weathered to moderately hard to hard 29
Fc—s 30 12 3000 29.5 91.5
31
32
33
34
Ess
35 28 9000+ 20.8
36
37
38
39
CS 40 5016" 9000+ 17.2 114.6 46 27 58.9 6500 psf 3.7
BOTTOM OF BORING DEPTH 40.5'
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
Earth Engineering Consultants, LLC
800 ACRE MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT
FORT COLLINS,COLORADO
PROJECT NO: 1172058 LOG OF BORING B-25 DATE: SEPTEMBER 2017
RIG TYPE: CME55 SHEET 1 OF 1 WATER DEPTH
FOREMAN: DG START DATE 8/28/2017 WHILE DRILLING 8.0'
AUGER TYPE: 4"CFA FINISH DATE 8/2 812 01 7 AFTER DRILLING N/A
SPT HAMMER: AUTOMATIC SURFACE ELEV N/A 24 HOUR N/A
SOIL DESCRIPTION D N QU MC DD -LIMITS -200 SWELL
TYPE (FEET) (BLOWSIFT) (PSF) (%) (PCE) LL PI (%) PRESSURE %@.500 PSF
1
SANDY LEAN CLAY(CL) 2
brown/red _ %@ 150 psf
very stiff [Cs 3 19 9000+ 17.6 99.2 3500 psf 4.3%
with calcareous deposits _
with gypsum crystals 4
Ess
5 11 9000+ 21.0
6
7
8
SAND/GRAVEL(SP/GP) 9
brown/red _
medium dense [Cs 10 26 10.7 124.6
11
12
13
14
intermittent silty clay seams _
SS 15 19 23.9
16
17
18
19
Fc—s 20 24 12.7 110.6
21
22
23
24
SILTSTONE/SANDSTONE at 25'
gray/rust SS 25 27 2000 11.0
BOTTOM OF BORING DEPTH 25.5' _ _
Earth Engineering Consultants, LLC
800 ACRE MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT
FORT COLLINS,COLORADO
PROJECT NO: 1172058 LOG OF BORING B-26 DATE: SEPTEMBER 2017
RIG TYPE: CME55 SHEET 1 OF 1 WATER DEPTH
FOREMAN: DG START DATE 8/30/2017 WHILE DRILLING 14.0'
AUGER TYPE: 4"CFA FINISH DATE 8/3 012 01 7 CHECKED ON 9/8/2017 15.2'
SPT HAMMER: AUTOMATIC SURFACE ELEV N/A 24 HOUR NIA
SOIL DESCRIPTION D N oU MC DO A•LIMITS -200 SWELL
TYPE (FEET) (BLOWSIFT) (PSF) (%) (PCE) IL PI (%) PRESSURE %@.500 PSF
ALFALFA _
1
LEAN CLAY with SAND(CL) 2
brown %@ 150 psf
_
very stiff rcs 3 19 6000 9.6 101.5 37 10 81.3 1600 psf 3.6%
4
Ess
5 19 9000+ 8.6
6
7
8
9
Fc—s 10 15 9000+ 16.7 109.1 39 22 78.6 2000 psf 1.5%
11
12
13
SILTY SAND/GRAVEL ISM/GM) 14
brown _
medium dense SS 15 19 8.1
16
17
18
19
Fc—s 20 24 8.6 129.7
21
22
23
24
SS 25 13 4.1
BOTTOM OF BORING DEPTH 25.5' _ _
Earth Engineering Consultants, LLC
800 ACRE MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT
FORT COLLINS,COLORADO
PROJECT NO: 1172058 LOG OF BORING B-27 DATE: SEPTEMBER 2017
RIG TYPE: CME55 SHEET 1 OF 1 WATER DEPTH
FOREMAN: DG START DATE 8/30/2017 WHILE DRILLING 14.0'
AUGER TYPE: 4"CFA FINISH DATE 8/3 012 01 7 AFTER DRILLING N/A
SPT HAMMER: AUTOMATIC SURFACE ELEV N/A 24 HOUR N/A
SOIL DESCRIPTION D N QU MC DD -LIMITS -200 SWELL
TYPE (FEET) (BLOWSIFT) (PSF) (%) (PCE) LL PI (%) PRESSURE %@.500 PSF
ALFALFA _
1
SANDY LEAN CLAY(CL) 2
brown _
very stiff 3
with calcareous deposits _
with organics 4
Fc—s 5 21 1 5500 10.1 91.1
6
7
8
9
with gypsum crystals _
SS 10 11 8500 13.2
11
12
13
SAND/GRAVEL(SP/GP) 14
brown _
medium dense to dense [Cs 15 24 13.1 107.6
16
17
18
19
ESS 20 27 6.0
21
22
23
24
CS 25 35 9.4 132.5
BOTTOM OF BORING DEPTH 25.0' _ _
Earth Engineering Consultants, LLC
800 ACRE MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT
FORT COLLINS,COLORADO
PROJECT NO: 1172058 LOG OF BORING B-28 DATE: SEPTEMBER 2017
RIG TYPE: CME55 SHEET 1 OF 1 WATER DEPTH
FOREMAN: DG START DATE 8/30/2017 WHILE DRILLING 30.5'
AUGER TYPE: 4"CFA FINISH DATE 8/3 012 01 7 CHECKED ON 9/8/20117 27.8
SPT HAMMER: AUTOMATIC SURFACE ELEV N/A 24 HOUR N/A
SOIL DESCRIPTION D N oU MC DO A•LIMITS -200 SWELL
TYPE (FEET) (BLOWSIFT) (PSF) (%) (PCE) IL PI (%) PRESSURE %@.500 PSF
ALFALFA _
1
SANDY LEAN CLAY(CL) 2
brown _ %@ 150 Psf
very stiff [Cs 3 20 9000+ 9.1 96.3 1200 psf 4.1%
4
with organics _
SS 5 12 4000 8.3
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7
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Fc—s 10 20 9000+ 11.7 98.8
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Ess
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Fc—s 20 16 7000 19.6 103.8
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with gravel _
SS 25 9 4000 18.6
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Earth Engineering Consultants, LLC
800 ACRE MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT
FORT COLLINS, COLORADO
PROJECT NO: 1172058 LOG OF BORING B-28 DATE: SEPTEMBER 2017
RIG TYPE: CME55 SHEET 2 OF 2 WATER DEPTH
FOREMAN: DG START DATE 8/30/2017 WHILE DRILLING 30.5'
AUGER TYPE: 4"CFA FINISH DATE 8/3 012 01 7 CHECKED ON 9/8/2017 27.8
SPT HAMMER: AUTOMATIC SURFACE ELEV N/A 24 HOUR NIA
SOIL DESCRIPTION D N QU MC DD A-LIMITS -200 SWELL
TYPE (FEET) (BLOWS/FT) (PSI) (%) (PCF) LL PI I%) PRESSURE %@ 500 PSF
Continued from Sheet 1 of 2 26
27
SANDY LEAN CLAY(CL) _
brown 28
very stiff _
29
rc-S 30 9 4000 21.3 106.6
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32
33
34
Ess
35 10 1000 21.1
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37
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SILTY SAND(SM) _
brown,very loose CS 40 1 17.0
BOTTOM OF BORING DEPTH 40.0'
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50
Earth Engineering Consultants, LLC
800 ACRE MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT
FORT COLLINS,COLORADO
PROJECT NO: 1172058 LOG OF BORING B-29 DATE: SEPTEMBER 2017
RIG TYPE: CME55 SHEET 1 OF 1 WATER DEPTH
FOREMAN: DG START DATE 8/30/2017 WHILE DRILLING 13.5'
AUGER TYPE: 4"CFA FINISH DATE 8/3 012 01 7 AFTER DRILLING N/A
SPT HAMMER: AUTOMATIC SURFACE ELEV N/A 24 HOUR N/A
SOIL DESCRIPTION D N QU MC DD -LIMITS -200 SWELL
TYPE (FEET) (BLOWSIFT) (PSF) (%) (PCE) LL PI (%) PRESSURE %@.500 PSF
ALFALFA _
1
LEAN CLAY with SAND(CL) 2
brown _
very stiff 3
with calcareous deposits _
4
FC—S 5 19 1 9000+ 12.5 103.4 1 35 1 20 73.8 1 3500 psf 3.3%
6
7
8
9
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10 9 4000 21.4
11
12
13
14
SILTY SAND/GRAVEL ISM/GM) SS 15 20 17.7
brown _ --
medium dense 16
17
18
19
Ess
20 27 8.6
21
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23
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intermittent clay seams _
CS 25 11 ,- 17.7
BOTTOM OF BORING DEPTH 25.0' _ _
Earth Engineering Consultants, LLC
800 ACRE MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT
FORT COLLINS,COLORADO
PROJECT NO: 1172058 LOG OF BORING B-30 DATE: SEPTEMBER 2017
RIG TYPE: CME55 SHEET 1 OF 1 WATER DEPTH
FOREMAN: DG START DATE 8/30/2017 WHILE DRILLING 6.5'
AUGER TYPE: 4"CFA FINISH DATE 8/3 012 01 7 CHECKED ON 9/8/20117 7.7'
SPT HAMMER: AUTOMATIC SURFACE ELEV N/A 24 HOUR N/A
SOIL DESCRIPTION D N QU MC DO A•LIMITS -200 SWELL
TYPE (FEET) (BLOWSIFT) (PSF) (%) (PCE) IL PI (%) PRESSURE %�.500 PSF
ALFALFA _
1
SANDY LEAN CLAY(CL) 2
gray _
stiff to medium stiff [Cs 3 4 4000 26.7 90.9
with calcareous deposits _
4
gray/rust _
Ess
5 2 1000 37.0
6
7
SAND/GRAVEL(SP/GP) 8
gray/rust
medium dense to loose 9
Fc—s 10 14 12.0 112.1
11
12
13
14
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Ess
15 9 8.3 NL NP 5.2
16
17
18
19
intermittent clay seams _
[Cs 20 6 10.9
21
22
CLAYSTONE/SILTSTONE/SANDSTONE 23
gray
24
SS 25 5017" 8500 17.2
BOTTOM OF BORING DEPTH 25.5' _ _
Earth Engineering Consultants, LLC
SWELL / CONSOLIDATION TEST RESULTS
Material Description: Brown Clayey Sand/Sandy Lean Clay(SC/CL)
Sample Location: Boring 1, Sample 1, Depth 4'
Liquid Limit: 31 IPlasticity Index: 19 % Passing#200: 49.4%
Beginning Moisture: 6.9% JDry Density: 99.9 pcf JEnding Moisture: 23.3%
Swell Pressure: 1200 psf %Swell @ 500: 1.7%
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Project: 800 Acre Mixed Use Development
Location: Fort Collins, Colorado
Project#: 1172058
Date: Sep-17
SWELL / CONSOLIDATION TEST RESULTS
Material Description: Brown Lean Clay with Sand (CL)
Sample Location: Boring 3, Sample 1, Depth 2'
Liquid Limit: 33 IPlasticity Index: 19 % Passing#200: 71.0%
Beginning Moisture: 7.9% Dry Density: 102.8 pcf JEnding Moisture: 20.8%
Swell Pressure: 1400 psf %Swell @ 150: 4.8%
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Project: 800 Acre Mixed Use Development
Location: Fort Collins, Colorado
Project#: 1172058
Date: Sep-17
SWELL / CONSOLIDATION TEST RESULTS
Material Description: Brown Sandy Lean Clay(CL)
Sample Location: Boring 3, Sample 3, Depth 9'
Liquid Limit: 32 IPlasticity Index: 15 % Passing#200: 60.8%
Beginning Moisture: 13.2% JDry Density: 117.9 pcf JEnding Moisture: 16.9%
Swell Pressure: 1400 psf %Swell @ 500: 0.7%
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Project: 800 Acre Mixed Use Development
Location: Fort Collins, Colorado
Project#: 1172058
Date: Sep-17
SWELL / CONSOLIDATION TEST RESULTS
Material Description: Brown Sandy Lean Clay(CL)
Sample Location: Boring 4, Sample 1, Depth 2'
Liquid Limit: 30 IPlasticity Index: 23 % Passing#200: 54.3%
Beginning Moisture: 13.7% JDry Density: 119.5 pcf JEnding Moisture: 15.0%
Swell Pressure: 1800 psf %Swell @ 150: 1.2%
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Project: 800 Acre Mixed Use Development
Location: Fort Collins, Colorado
Project#: 1172058
Date: Sep-17
SWELL / CONSOLIDATION TEST RESULTS
Material Description: Brown Sandy Lean Clay(CL)
Sample Location: Boring 4, Sample 3, Depth 9'
Liquid Limit: -- IPlasticity Index: -- % Passing#200: --
Beginning Moisture: 19.5% JDry Density: 107.4 pcf JEnding Moisture: 19.1%
Swell Pressure: 1400 psf %Swell @ 500: 0.7%
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Project: 800 Acre Mixed Use Development
Location: Fort Collins, Colorado
Project#: 1172058
Date: Sep-17
SWELL / CONSOLIDATION TEST RESULTS
Material Description: Gray/Brown/Rust Lean Clay with Sand (CL)
Sample Location: Boring 5, Sample 3, Depth 9'
Liquid Limit: 33 IPlasticity Index: 19 % Passing#200: 81.3%
Beginning Moisture: 26.0% JDry Density: 107 pcf JEnding Moisture: 25.2%
Swell Pressure: <500 psf %Swell @ 500: None
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Project: 800 Acre Mixed Use Development
Location: Fort Collins, Colorado
Project#: 1172058
Date: Sep-17
SWELL / CONSOLIDATION TEST RESULTS
Material Description: Gray/Rust Sandy Lean Clay(CL)
Sample Location: Boring 6, Sample 1, Depth 4'
Liquid Limit: 34 IPlasticity Index: 20 % Passing#200: 58.2%
Beginning Moisture: 21.3% JDry Density: 106.5 pcf JEnding Moisture: 22.3%
Swell Pressure: <500 psf %Swell @ 500: None
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Project: 800 Acre Mixed Use Development
Location: Fort Collins, Colorado
Project#: 1172058
Date: Sep-17
SWELL / CONSOLIDATION TEST RESULTS
Material Description: Brown Sandy Lean Clay(CL)
Sample Location: Boring 7, Sample 1, Depth 2'
Liquid Limit: -- IPlasticity Index: -- % Passing#200: --
Beginning Moisture: 5.8% JDry Density: 112.1 pcf JEnding Moisture: 19.9%
Swell Pressure: 1600 psf %Swell @ 150: 4.4%
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Project: 800 Acre Mixed Use Development
Location: Fort Collins, Colorado
Project#: 1172058
Date: Sep-17
SWELL / CONSOLIDATION TEST RESULTS
Material Description: Brown Sandy Lean Clay(CL)
Sample Location: Boring 8, Sample 1, Depth 4'
Liquid Limit: 34 IPlasticity Index: 19 % Passing#200: 65.2%
Beginning Moisture: 6.7% JDry Density: 107.9 pcf JEnding Moisture: 23.5%
Swell Pressure: 1800 psf %Swell @ 500: 3.3%
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Project: 800 Acre Mixed Use Development
Location: Fort Collins, Colorado
Project#: 1172058
Date: Sep-17
SWELL / CONSOLIDATION TEST RESULTS
Material Description: Brown Sandy Lean Clay(CL)
Sample Location: Boring 9, Sample 3, Depth 9'
Liquid Limit: -- IPlasticity Index: -- % Passing#200: --
Beginning Moisture: 20.2% JDry Density: 107.2 pcf JEnding Moisture: 18.0%
Swell Pressure: 1600 psf %Swell @ 500: 0.8%
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Project: 800 Acre Mixed Use Development
Location: Fort Collins, Colorado
Project#: 1172058
Date: Sep-17
SWELL / CONSOLIDATION TEST RESULTS
Material Description: Brown Sandy Lean Clay(CL)
Sample Location: Boring 10, Sample 1, Depth 2'
Liquid Limit: -- IPlasticity Index: -- % Passing#200: --
Beginning Moisture: 16.4% JDry Density: 107.4 pcf JEnding Moisture: 19.0%
Swell Pressure: 2000 psf %Swell @ 150: 2.4%
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Project: 800 Acre Mixed Use Development
Location: Fort Collins, Colorado
Project#: 1172058
Date: Sep-17
SWELL / CONSOLIDATION TEST RESULTS
Material Description: Brown Sandy Lean Clay(CL)
Sample Location: Boring 10, Sample 3, Depth 9'
Liquid Limit: 30 IPlasticity Index: 16 % Passing#200: 52.1%
Beginning Moisture: 14.5% JDry Density: 116.3 pcf JEnding Moisture: 16.4%
Swell Pressure: 2000 psf %Swell @ 500: 0.9%
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Project: 800 Acre Mixed Use Development
Location: Fort Collins, Colorado
Project#: 1172058
Date: Sep-17
SWELL / CONSOLIDATION TEST RESULTS
Material Description: Brown/Rust/Gray Silty Sand (SM)
Sample Location: Boring 13, Sample 3, Depth 9'
Liquid Limit: 25 IPlasticity Index: NP % Passing#200: 30.3%
Beginning Moisture: 21.6% JDry Density: 109.8 pcf JEnding Moisture: 20.2%
Swell Pressure: <500 psf %Swell @ 500: None
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Project: 800 Acre Mixed Use Development
Location: Fort Collins, Colorado
Project#: 1172058
Date: Sep-17
SWELL / CONSOLIDATION TEST RESULTS
Material Description: Brown Sandy Lean Clay(CL)
Sample Location: Boring 14, Sample 1, Depth 4'
Liquid Limit: 36 IPlasticity Index: 19 % Passing#200: 51.8%
Beginning Moisture: 15.1% JDry Density: 116.5 pcf JEnding Moisture: 18.5%
Swell Pressure: 1600 psf %Swell @ 500: 0.4%
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Project: 800 Acre Mixed Use Development
Location: Fort Collins, Colorado
Project#: 1172058
Date: Sep-17
SWELL / CONSOLIDATION TEST RESULTS
Material Description: Brown Sandy Lean Clay(CL)
Sample Location: Boring 15, Sample 1, Depth 2'
Liquid Limit: -- JPlasticity Index: -- % Passing#200: --
Beginning Moisture: 8.0% JDry Density: 118.8 pcf JEnding Moisture: 18.9%
Swell Pressure: 3500 psf %Swell @ 150: 7.6%
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Project: 800 Acre Mixed Use Development
Location: Fort Collins, Colorado
Project#: 1172058
Date: Sep-17
SWELL / CONSOLIDATION TEST RESULTS
Material Description: Brown Lean Clay with Sand (CL)
Sample Location: Boring 15, Sample 3, Depth 9'
Liquid Limit: 40 IPlasticity Index: 25 % Passing#200: 81.2%
Beginning Moisture: 9.4% JDry Density: 109 pcf JEnding Moisture: 21.3%
Swell Pressure: 3500 psf %Swell @ 500: 4.4%
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Project: 800 Acre Mixed Use Development
Location: Fort Collins, Colorado
Project#: 1172058
Date: Sep-17
SWELL / CONSOLIDATION TEST RESULTS
Material Description: Brown Lean Clay with Sand (CL)
Sample Location: Boring 15, Sample 5, Depth 19'
Liquid Limit: 24 1 Plasticity Index: 11 % Passing#200: 67.9%
Beginning Moisture: 15.2% JDry Density: 116.6 pcf JEnding Moisture: 17.4%
Swell Pressure: 1600 psf %Swell @ 500: 0.7%
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Project: 800 Acre Mixed Use Development
Location: Fort Collins, Colorado
Project#: 1172058
Date: Sep-17
SWELL / CONSOLIDATION TEST RESULTS
Material Description: Brown Clayey Sand (SC)
Sample Location: Boring 16, Sample 1, Depth 4'
Liquid Limit: 25 Plasticity Index: 11 % Passing#200: 43.8%
Beginning Moisture: 15.5% JDry Density: 117.2 pcf JEnding Moisture: 16.5%
Swell Pressure: 800 psf %Swell @ 500: 0.1%
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Project: 800 Acre Mixed Use Development
Location: Fort Collins, Colorado
Project#: 1172058
Date: Sep-17
SWELL / CONSOLIDATION TEST RESULTS
Material Description: Brown/Rust Clayey Sand (SC)
Sample Location: Boring 16, Sample 3, Depth 14'
Liquid Limit: -- JPlasticity Index: -- % Passing#200: --
Beginning Moisture: 21.0% JDry Density: 109.8 pcf JEnding Moisture: 19.2%
Swell Pressure: <500 psf %Swell @ 500: None
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Project: 800 Acre Mixed Use Development
Location: Fort Collins, Colorado
Project#: 1172058
Date: Sep-17
SWELL / CONSOLIDATION TEST RESULTS
Material Description: Brown Lean Clay with Sand (CL)
Sample Location: Boring 18, Sample 1, Depth 4'
Liquid Limit: 29 IPlasticity Index: 16 % Passing#200: 69.2%
Beginning Moisture: 19.6% JDry Density: 102.2 pcf JEnding Moisture: 20.3%
Swell Pressure: 800 psf %Swell @ 500: 0.3%
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Project: 800 Acre Mixed Use Development
Location: Fort Collins, Colorado
Project#: 1172058
Date: Sep-17
SWELL / CONSOLIDATION TEST RESULTS
Material Description: Brown/Red Lean Clay with Sand (CL)
Sample Location: Boring 19, Sample 1, Depth 4'
Liquid Limit: 27 IPlasticity Index: 13 % Passing#200: 68.0%
Beginning Moisture: 20.4% JDry Density: 103.3 pcf JEnding Moisture: 22.8%
Swell Pressure: <500 psf %Swell @ 500: None
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Project: 800 Acre Mixed Use Development
Location: Fort Collins, Colorado
Project#: 1172058
Date: Sep-17
SWELL / CONSOLIDATION TEST RESULTS
Material Description: Brown/Rust Silt(ML)
Sample Location: Boring 20, Sample 3, Depth 9'
Liquid Limit: 23 IPlasticity Index: 6 % Passing#200: 64.7%
Beginning Moisture: 19.6% JDry Density: 110.7 pcf JEnding Moisture: 15.7%
Swell Pressure: <500 psf %Swell @ 500: None
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Project: 800 Acre Mixed Use Development
Location: Fort Collins, Colorado
Project#: 1172058
Date: Sep-17
SWELL / CONSOLIDATION TEST RESULTS
Material Description: Brown Lean Clay with Sand (CL)
Sample Location: Boring 21, Sample 1, Depth 2'
Liquid Limit: 34 IPlasticity Index: 22 % Passing#200: 83.2%
Beginning Moisture: 16.1% Dry Density: 110 pcf JEnding Moisture: 18.7%
Swell Pressure: 2000 psf %Swell @ 150: 2.4%
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Project: 800 Acre Mixed Use Development
Location: Fort Collins, Colorado
Project#: 1172058
Date: Sep-17
SWELL / CONSOLIDATION TEST RESULTS
Material Description: Brown Sandy Lean Clay(CL)
Sample Location: Boring 22, Sample 1, Depth 4'
Liquid Limit: -- JPlasticity Index: -- % Passing#200: --
Beginning Moisture: 16.4% JDry Density: 112.8 pcf JEnding Moisture: 15.0%
Swell Pressure: 1200 psf %Swell @ 150: 1.1%
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Material Description: Gray/Rust Claystone
Sample Location: Boring 24, Sample 8, Depth 39'
Liquid Limit: 46 IPlasticity Index: 27 % Passing#200: 58.9%
Beginning Moisture: 17.2% JDry Density: 115.2 pcf JEnding Moisture: 18.9%
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Material Description: Brown/Red Sandy Lean Clay(CL)
Sample Location: Boring 25, Sample 1, Depth 2'
Liquid Limit: -- JPlasticity Index: -- % Passing#200: --
Beginning Moisture: 17.6% Dry Density: 110 pcf JEnding Moisture: 22.4%
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Material Description: Brown Lean Clay with Sand (CL)
Sample Location: Boring 26, Sample 1, Depth 2'
Liquid Limit: 37 IPlasticity Index: 10 % Passing#200: 81.3%
Beginning Moisture: 9.6% Dry Density: 104.5 pcf JEnding Moisture: 29.4%
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Material Description: Brown Lean Clay with Sand (CL)
Sample Location: Boring 26, Sample 3, Depth 9'
Liquid Limit: 39 IPlasticity Index: 22 % Passing#200: 78.6%
Beginning Moisture: 16.7% JDry Density: 106.9 pcf JEnding Moisture: 19.3%
Swell Pressure: 2000 psf %Swell @ 500: 1.5%
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Material Description: Brown Sandy Lean Clay(CL)
Sample Location: Boring 28, Sample 1, Depth 2'
Liquid Limit: -- JPlasticity Index: -- % Passing#200: --
Beginning Moisture: 9.1% JDry Density: 100 pcf JEnding Moisture: 25.0%
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Material Description: Brown Lean Clay with Sand (CL)
Sample Location: Boring 29, Sample 1, Depth 4'
Liquid Limit: 35 IPlasticity Index: 20 % Passing#200: 73.8%
Beginning Moisture: 12.5% Dry Density: 111.6 pcf JEnding Moisture: 18.6%
Swell Pressure: 3500 psf %Swell @ 500: 3.3%
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RESISTANCE R-VALUE & EXPANSION PRESSURE OF
COMPACTED SOIL - ASTM D2844 4gw
PROJECT: 800 Acre Retail Development PROJECT NO. 1172058
LOCATION: Fort Collins, Colorado DATE Sep-17
MATERIAL DESCRIPTION: Sandy Lean Clay(CL)
SAMPLE LOCATION: Composite Sample Boring B-2 Upper 2'
LIQUID LIMIT: 34 PLASTICITY INDEX: 20 1 %PASSING #200: 63.2
R-VALUE LABORATORY TEST RESULTS
TEST SPECIMEN NO. 1 2 3
COMPACTION PRESSURE (PSI) 125 150 175
DENSITY (PCF) 108.8 112.9 111.1
MOISTURE CONTENT (%) 17.6 17.4 16.5
EXPANSION PRESSURE (PSI) 0.00 0.00 0.00
HORIZONTAL PRESSURE @ 160 PSI 128 125 124
SAMPLE HEIGHT (INCHES) 2.56 2.55 2.55
EXUDATION PRESSURE (PSI) 261.2 362.6 462.9
UNCORRECTED R-VALUE 12.6 14.6 15.4
CORRECTED R-VALUE 12.9 14.6 15.4
R-VALUE @ 300 PSI EXUDATION PRESSURE = 14 RESILIENT MODULUS, PSI = 4,060
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PROJECT: 800 Acre Retail Development PROJECT NO. 1172058
LOCATION: Fort Collins, Colorado DATE Sep-17
MATERIAL DESCRIPTION: Sandy Lean Clay(CL)
SAMPLE LOCATION: Composite Sample Boring B-4 Upper 2'
LIQUID LIMIT: PLASTICITY INDEX: I %PASSING #200: 58.9
R-VALUE LABORATORY TEST RESULTS
TEST SPECIMEN NO. 1 2 3
COMPACTION PRESSURE (PSI) 250 225 200
DENSITY (PCF) 115.7 113.7 114.5
MOISTURE CONTENT (%) 15.5 16.2 17.1
EXPANSION PRESSURE (PSI) 0.00 0.00 0.00
HORIZONTAL PRESSURE @ 160 PSI 111 110 116
SAMPLE HEIGHT (INCHES) 2.54 2.55 2.56
EXUDATION PRESSURE (PSI) 530.5 389.9 263.6
UNCORRECTED R-VALUE 25.9 25.6 20.8
CORRECTED R-VALUE 25.9 25.6 21.3
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PROJECT: 800 Acre Retail Development PROJECT NO. 1172058
LOCATION: Fort Collins, Colorado DATE Sep-17
MATERIAL DESCRIPTION: Sandy Lean Clay(CL)
SAMPLE LOCATION: Composite Sample Boring B-15 Upper 2'
LIQUID LIMIT: 33 PLASTICITY INDEX: 20 1 %PASSING #200: 56.0
R-VALUE LABORATORY TEST RESULTS
TEST SPECIMEN NO. 1 2 3
COMPACTION PRESSURE (PSI) 175 150 125
DENSITY (PCF) 111.6 112.8 111.7
MOISTURE CONTENT (%) 17.0 17.6 18.2
EXPANSION PRESSURE (PSI) 0.00 0.00 0.00
HORIZONTAL PRESSURE @ 160 PSI 123 125 130
SAMPLE HEIGHT (INCHES) 2.54 2.45 2.48
EXUDATION PRESSURE (PSI) 425.0 340.1 263.4
UNCORRECTED R-VALUE 17.8 15.8 13.0
CORRECTED R-VALUE 17.8 15.8 13.0
R-VALUE @ 300 PSI EXUDATION PRESSURE = 15 RESILIENT MODULUS, PSI = 4,195
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PROJECT: 800 Acre Retail Development PROJECT NO. 1172058
LOCATION: Fort Collins, Colorado DATE Sep-17
MATERIAL DESCRIPTION: Lean Clay with Sand (CL)
SAMPLE LOCATION: Composite Sample Boring B-23 Upper 2'
LIQUID LIMIT: --- PLASTICITY INDEX: --- I %PASSING #200: 73.3
R-VALUE LABORATORY TEST RESULTS
TEST SPECIMEN NO. 1 2 3
COMPACTION PRESSURE (PSI) 250 225 200
DENSITY (PCF) 117.1 115.2 111.3
MOISTURE CONTENT (%) 14.2 15.4 15.9
EXPANSION PRESSURE (PSI) 0.00 0.00 0.00
HORIZONTAL PRESSURE @ 160 PSI 101 115 123
SAMPLE HEIGHT (INCHES) 2.50 2.55 2.50
EXUDATION PRESSURE (PSI) 660.7 426.1 262.7
UNCORRECTED R-VALUE 30.0 22.0 16.9
CORRECTED R-VALUE 30.0 22.0 16.9
R-VALUE @ 300 PSI EXUDATION PRESSURE = 18 RESILIENT MODULUS, PSI = 4,627
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APPENDIX B
USDA SOIL SURVEY INFORMATION
USDA United States A product of the National Custom Soil Resource
Department of Cooperative Soil_ Survey,Agriculture a joint effort of the United Report for
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Preface
Soil surveys contain information that affects land use planning in survey areas.
They highlight soil limitations that affect various land uses and provide information
about the properties of the soils in the survey areas. Soil surveys are designed for
many different users, including farmers, ranchers, foresters, agronomists, urban
planners, community officials, engineers, developers, builders, and home buyers.
Also, conservationists, teachers, students, and specialists in recreation, waste
disposal, and pollution control can use the surveys to help them understand,
protect, or enhance the environment.
Various land use regulations of Federal, State, and local governments may impose
special restrictions on land use or land treatment. Soil surveys identify soil
properties that are used in making various land use or land treatment decisions.
The information is intended to help the land users identify and reduce the effects of
soil limitations on various land uses. The landowner or user is responsible for
identifying and complying with existing laws and regulations.
Although soil survey information can be used for general farm, local, and wider area
planning, onsite investigation is needed to supplement this information in some
cases. Examples include soil quality assessments (http://www.nres.usda.gov/wps/
portal/nres/main/soils/health/) and certain conservation and engineering
applications. For more detailed information, contact your local USDA Service Center
(https://offices.sc.egov.usda.gov/locator/app?agency=nres)or your NRCS State Soil
Scientist (http://www.nres.usda.gov/wps/portal/nres/detail/soils/contactus/?
cid=nres142p2_053951).
Great differences in soil properties can occur within short distances. Some soils are
seasonally wet or subject to flooding. Some are too unstable to be used as a
foundation for buildings or roads. Clayey or wet soils are poorly suited to use as
septic tank absorption fields. A high water table makes a soil poorly suited to
basements or underground installations.
The National Cooperative Soil Survey is a joint effort of the United States
Department of Agriculture and other Federal agencies, State agencies including the
Agricultural Experiment Stations, and local agencies. The Natural Resources
Conservation Service (NRCS) has leadership for the Federal part of the National
Cooperative Soil Survey.
Information about soils is updated periodically. Updated information is available
through the NRCS Web Soil Survey, the site for official soil survey information.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination in all its
programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability,
and where applicable, sex, marital status, familial status, parental status, religion,
sexual orientation, genetic information, political beliefs, reprisal, or because all or a
part of an individual's income is derived from any public assistance program. (Not
all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) Persons with disabilities who require
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alternative means for communication of program information (Braille, large print,
audiotape, etc.)should contact USDA's TARGET Center at(202) 720-2600 (voice
and TDD). To file a complaint of discrimination, write to USDA, Director, Office of
Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or
call (800) 795-3272 (voice)or(202)720-6382 (TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity
provider and employer.
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Contents
Preface....................................................................................................................2
How Soil Surveys Are Made..................................................................................5
SoilMap.................................................................................................................. 8
SoilMap................................................................................................................9
Legend................................................................................................................10
MapUnit Legend................................................................................................ 11
MapUnit Descriptions.........................................................................................11
Larimer County Area, Colorado...................................................................... 13
5—Aquepts, loamy......................................................................................13
22—Caruso clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slope............................................... 14
35—Fort Collins loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes.............................................. 15
36—Fort Collins loam, 3 to 5 percent slopes.............................................. 16
95—Satanta loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes.................................................... 18
98—Satanta Variant clay loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes.................................19
101—Stoneham loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes..............................................20
Soil Information for All Uses...............................................................................23
Soil Properties and Qualities..............................................................................23
Soil Qualities and Features.............................................................................23
HydrologicSoil Group................................................................................. 23
References............................................................................................................28
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How Soil Surveys Are Made
Soil surveys are made to provide information about the soils and miscellaneous
areas in a specific area. They include a description of the soils and miscellaneous
areas and their location on the landscape and tables that show soil properties and
limitations affecting various uses. Soil scientists observed the steepness, length,
and shape of the slopes; the general pattern of drainage; the kinds of crops and
native plants; and the kinds of bedrock. They observed and described many soil
profiles. A soil profile is the sequence of natural layers, or horizons, in a soil. The
profile extends from the surface down into the unconsolidated material in which the
soil formed or from the surface down to bedrock. The unconsolidated material is
devoid of roots and other living organisms and has not been changed by other
biological activity.
Currently, soils are mapped according to the boundaries of major land resource
areas (MLRAs). MLRAs are geographically associated land resource units that
share common characteristics related to physiography, geology, climate, water
resources, soils, biological resources, and land uses (USDA, 2006). Soil survey
areas typically consist of parts of one or more MLRA.
The soils and miscellaneous areas in a survey area occur in an orderly pattern that
is related to the geology, landforms, relief, climate, and natural vegetation of the
area. Each kind of soil and miscellaneous area is associated with a particular kind
of landform or with a segment of the landform. By observing the soils and
miscellaneous areas in the survey area and relating their position to specific
segments of the landform, a soil scientist develops a concept, or model, of how they
were formed. Thus, during mapping, this model enables the soil scientist to predict
with a considerable degree of accuracy the kind of soil or miscellaneous area at a
specific location on the landscape.
Commonly, individual soils on the landscape merge into one another as their
characteristics gradually change. To construct an accurate soil map, however, soil
scientists must determine the boundaries between the soils. They can observe only
a limited number of soil profiles. Nevertheless, these observations, supplemented
by an understanding of the soil-vegetation-landscape relationship, are sufficient to
verify predictions of the kinds of soil in an area and to determine the boundaries.
Soil scientists recorded the characteristics of the soil profiles that they studied. They
noted soil color, texture, size and shape of soil aggregates, kind and amount of rock
fragments, distribution of plant roots, reaction, and other features that enable them
to identify soils. After describing the soils in the survey area and determining their
properties, the soil scientists assigned the soils to taxonomic classes (units).
Taxonomic classes are concepts. Each taxonomic class has a set of soil
characteristics with precisely defined limits. The classes are used as a basis for
comparison to classify soils systematically. Soil taxonomy, the system of taxonomic
classification used in the United States, is based mainly on the kind and character
of soil properties and the arrangement of horizons within the profile. After the soil
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scientists classified and named the soils in the survey area, they compared the
individual soils with similar soils in the same taxonomic class in other areas so that
they could confirm data and assemble additional data based on experience and
research.
The objective of soil mapping is not to delineate pure map unit components; the
objective is to separate the landscape into landforms or landform segments that
have similar use and management requirements. Each map unit is defined by a
unique combination of soil components and/or miscellaneous areas in predictable
proportions. Some components may be highly contrasting to the other components
of the map unit. The presence of minor components in a map unit in no way
diminishes the usefulness or accuracy of the data. The delineation of such
landforms and landform segments on the map provides sufficient information for the
development of resource plans. If intensive use of small areas is planned, onsite
investigation is needed to define and locate the soils and miscellaneous areas.
Soil scientists make many field observations in the process of producing a soil map.
The frequency of observation is dependent upon several factors, including scale of
mapping, intensity of mapping, design of map units, complexity of the landscape,
and experience of the soil scientist. Observations are made to test and refine the
soil-landscape model and predictions and to verify the classification of the soils at
specific locations. Once the soil-landscape model is refined, a significantly smaller
number of measurements of individual soil properties are made and recorded.
These measurements may include field measurements, such as those for color,
depth to bedrock, and texture, and laboratory measurements, such as those for
content of sand, silt, clay, salt, and other components. Properties of each soil
typically vary from one point to another across the landscape.
Observations for map unit components are aggregated to develop ranges of
characteristics for the components. The aggregated values are presented. Direct
measurements do not exist for every property presented for every map unit
component. Values for some properties are estimated from combinations of other
properties.
While a soil survey is in progress, samples of some of the soils in the area generally
are collected for laboratory analyses and for engineering tests. Soil scientists
interpret the data from these analyses and tests as well as the field-observed
characteristics and the soil properties to determine the expected behavior of the
soils under different uses. Interpretations for all of the soils are field tested through
observation of the soils in different uses and under different levels of management.
Some interpretations are modified to fit local conditions, and some new
interpretations are developed to meet local needs. Data are assembled from other
sources, such as research information, production records, and field experience of
specialists. For example, data on crop yields under defined levels of management
are assembled from farm records and from field or plot experiments on the same
kinds of soil.
Predictions about soil behavior are based not only on soil properties but also on
such variables as climate and biological activity. Soil conditions are predictable over
long periods of time, but they are not predictable from year to year. For example,
soil scientists can predict with a fairly high degree of accuracy that a given soil will
have a high water table within certain depths in most years, but they cannot predict
that a high water table will always be at a specific level in the soil on a specific date.
After soil scientists located and identified the significant natural bodies of soil in the
survey area, they drew the boundaries of these bodies on aerial photographs and
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identified each as a specific map unit. Aerial photographs show trees, buildings,
fields, roads, and rivers, all of which help in locating boundaries accurately.
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Soil Map
The soil map section includes the soil map for the defined area of interest, a list of
soil map units on the map and extent of each map unit, and cartographic symbols
displayed on the map. Also presented are various metadata about data used to
produce the map, and a description of each soil map unit.
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MAP LEGEND MAP INFORMATION
Area of Interest(AOI) Spoil Area The soil surveys that comprise your AOI were mapped at
Area of Interest(AOI) 1:24,000.
Q Stony Spot
Soils Very Stony Spot
I Soil Map Unit Polygons � Warning:Soil Map may not be valid at this scale.
1. Wet Spot
�s Soil Map Unit Lines Enlargement of maps beyond the scale of mapping can cause
Other misunderstanding of the detail of mapping and accuracy of soil
® Soil Map Unit Points g pp g y
Special Line Features line placement.The maps do not show the small areas of
Special Point Features contrasting soils that could have been shown at a more detailed
V Blowout Water Features scale.
Streams and Canals
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Gravel Pit Source of Map: Natural Resources Conservation Service
US Routes Web Soil Survey URL:
Gravelly Spot Major Roads Coordinate System: Web Mercator(EPSG:3857)
O Landfill Local Roads Maps from the Web Soil Survey are based on the Web Mercator
A Lava Flow Background projection,which preserves direction and shape but distorts
distance and area.A projection that preserves area,such as the
Marsh or swamp . Aerial Photography Albers equal-area conic projection,should be used if more
Mine or Quarry accurate calculations of distance or area are required.
O Miscellaneous Water This product is generated from the USDA-NRCS certified data as
O Perennial Water of the version date(s)listed below.
V Rock Outcrop Soil Survey Area: Larimer County Area,Colorado
+ Saline Spot Survey Area Data: Version 18,Aug 24,2023
Sandy Spot Soil map units are labeled(as space allows)for map scales
Severely Eroded Spot 1:50,000 or larger.
0 Sinkhole Date(s)aerial images were photographed: Jul 2,2021—Aug 25,
Slide or Slip 2021
Sodic Spot The orthophoto or other base map on which the soil lines were
compiled and digitized probably differs from the background
imagery displayed on these maps.As a result,some minor
shifting of map unit boundaries may be evident.
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Map Unit Legend
Map Unit Symbol Map Unit Name Acres in AOI Percent of AOI
5 Aquepts,loamy 0.4 0.4%
22 Caruso clay loam,0 to 1 0.1 0.1%
percent slope
35 Fort Collins loam,0 to 3 percent 34.3 31.2%
slopes
36 Fort Collins loam,3 to 5 percent 4.4 4.0%
slopes
95 Satanta loam, 1 to 3 percent 2.1 1.9%
slopes
98 Satanta Variant clay loam,0 to 67.7 61.5%
3 percent slopes
101 Stoneham loam, 1 to 3 percent 1.1 1.0%
slopes
Totals for Area of Interest 110.1 100.0%
Map Unit Descriptions
The map units delineated on the detailed soil maps in a soil survey represent the
soils or miscellaneous areas in the survey area. The map unit descriptions, along
with the maps, can be used to determine the composition and properties of a unit.
A map unit delineation on a soil map represents an area dominated by one or more
major kinds of soil or miscellaneous areas. A map unit is identified and named
according to the taxonomic classification of the dominant soils. Within a taxonomic
class there are precisely defined limits for the properties of the soils. On the
landscape, however, the soils are natural phenomena, and they have the
characteristic variability of all natural phenomena. Thus, the range of some
observed properties may extend beyond the limits defined for a taxonomic class.
Areas of soils of a single taxonomic class rarely, if ever, can be mapped without
including areas of other taxonomic classes. Consequently, every map unit is made
up of the soils or miscellaneous areas for which it is named and some minor
components that belong to taxonomic classes other than those of the major soils.
Most minor soils have properties similar to those of the dominant soil or soils in the
map unit, and thus they do not affect use and management. These are called
noncontrasting, or similar, components. They may or may not be mentioned in a
particular map unit description. Other minor components, however, have properties
and behavioral characteristics divergent enough to affect use or to require different
management. These are called contrasting, or dissimilar, components. They
generally are in small areas and could not be mapped separately because of the
scale used. Some small areas of strongly contrasting soils or miscellaneous areas
are identified by a special symbol on the maps. If included in the database for a
given area, the contrasting minor components are identified in the map unit
descriptions along with some characteristics of each. A few areas of minor
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components may not have been observed, and consequently they are not
mentioned in the descriptions, especially where the pattern was so complex that it
was impractical to make enough observations to identify all the soils and
miscellaneous areas on the landscape.
The presence of minor components in a map unit in no way diminishes the
usefulness or accuracy of the data. The objective of mapping is not to delineate
pure taxonomic classes but rather to separate the landscape into landforms or
landform segments that have similar use and management requirements. The
delineation of such segments on the map provides sufficient information for the
development of resource plans. If intensive use of small areas is planned, however,
onsite investigation is needed to define and locate the soils and miscellaneous
areas.
An identifying symbol precedes the map unit name in the map unit descriptions.
Each description includes general facts about the unit and gives important soil
properties and qualities.
Soils that have profiles that are almost alike make up a soil series. Except for
differences in texture of the surface layer, all the soils of a series have major
horizons that are similar in composition, thickness, and arrangement.
Soils of one series can differ in texture of the surface layer, slope, stoniness,
salinity, degree of erosion, and other characteristics that affect their use. On the
basis of such differences, a soil series is divided into soil phases. Most of the areas
shown on the detailed soil maps are phases of soil series. The name of a soil phase
commonly indicates a feature that affects use or management. For example, Alpha
silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, is a phase of the Alpha series.
Some map units are made up of two or more major soils or miscellaneous areas.
These map units are complexes, associations, or undifferentiated groups.
A complex consists of two or more soils or miscellaneous areas in such an intricate
pattern or in such small areas that they cannot be shown separately on the maps.
The pattern and proportion of the soils or miscellaneous areas are somewhat similar
in all areas. Alpha-Beta complex, 0 to 6 percent slopes, is an example.
An association is made up of two or more geographically associated soils or
miscellaneous areas that are shown as one unit on the maps. Because of present
or anticipated uses of the map units in the survey area, it was not considered
practical or necessary to map the soils or miscellaneous areas separately. The
pattern and relative proportion of the soils or miscellaneous areas are somewhat
similar. Alpha-Beta association, 0 to 2 percent slopes, is an example.
An undifferentiated group is made up of two or more soils or miscellaneous areas
that could be mapped individually but are mapped as one unit because similar
interpretations can be made for use and management. The pattern and proportion
of the soils or miscellaneous areas in a mapped area are not uniform. An area can
be made up of only one of the major soils or miscellaneous areas, or it can be made
up of all of them. Alpha and Beta soils, 0 to 2 percent slopes, is an example.
Some surveys include miscellaneous areas. Such areas have little or no soil
material and support little or no vegetation. Rock outcrop is an example.
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5—Aquepts, loamy
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: jpws
Elevation: 4,500 to 6,700 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 12 to 18 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 39 to 50 degrees F
Frost-free period: 80 to 140 days
Farmland classification: Not prime farmland
Map Unit Composition
Aquepts and similar soils:80 percent
Minor components:20 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Aquepts
Setting
Landform: Depressions, draws, stream terraces
Landform position (three-dimensional): Base slope, tread, dip
Down-slope shape: Linear
Across-slope shape: Linear
Parent material: Loamy alluvium
Typical profile
H1 -0 to 60 inches: variable
Properties and qualities
Slope: 0 to 3 percent
Depth to restrictive feature: More than 80 inches
Drainage class:Very poorly drained
Runoff class: Negligible
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water(Ksat): Moderately high to very
high (0.60 to 99.90 in/hr)
Depth to water table:About 6 to 18 inches
Frequency of flooding: Rare
Frequency of ponding: None
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 5w
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 3w
Hydrologic Soil Group: A/D
Ecological site: R067BY038CO -Wet Meadow
Hydric soil rating: Yes
Minor Components
Nunn
Percent of map unit: 5 percent
Ecological site: R067BY002CO- Loamy Plains
Hydric soil rating: No
Kim
Percent of map unit: 5 percent
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Ecological site: R067BY002CO- Loamy Plains
Hydric soil rating: No
Stoneham
Percent of map unit: 5 percent
Ecological site: R067BY002CO- Loamy Plains
Hydric soil rating: No
Fort collins
Percent of map unit: 5 percent
Ecological site: R067BY002CO- Loamy Plains
Hydric soil rating: No
22—Caruso clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slope
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: jpvt
Elevation: 4,800 to 5,500 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 13 to 15 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 48 to 50 degrees F
Frost-free period: 135 to 150 days
Farmland classification: Prime farmland if irrigated
Map Unit Composition
Caruso and similar soils: 85 percent
Minor components: 15 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Caruso
Setting
Landform: Flood-plain steps, stream terraces
Landform position (three-dimensional): Tread
Down-slope shape: Linear
Across-slope shape: Linear
Parent material: Mixed alluvium
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 35 inches: clay loam
H2-35 to 44 inches: fine sandy loam
H3-44 to 60 inches: gravelly sand
Properties and qualities
Slope: 0 to 1 percent
Depth to restrictive feature: More than 80 inches
Drainage class: Somewhat poorly drained
Runoff class: High
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water(Ksat): Moderately low to
moderately high (0.06 to 0.20 in/hr)
Depth to water table:About 24 to 48 inches
Frequency of flooding: Occasional
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Frequency of ponding: None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content: 5 percent
Maximum salinity: Nonsaline to very slightly saline (0.0 to 2.0 mmhos/cm)
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Moderate (about 8.4 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 3w
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 5w
Hydrologic Soil Group: D
Ecological site: R067BY036CO - Overflow
Hydric soil rating: No
Minor Components
Loveland
Percent of map unit: 9 percent
Landform:Terraces
Ecological site: R067BY036CO- Overflow
Hydric soil rating: Yes
Fluvaquents
Percent of map unit: 6 percent
Landform:Terraces
Hydric soil rating: Yes
35—Fort Collins loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 2tlnc
Elevation: 4,020 to 6,730 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 14 to 16 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 46 to 48 degrees F
Frost-free period: 135 to 160 days
Farmland classification: Prime farmland if irrigated
Map Unit Composition
Fort collins and similar soils: 85 percent
Minor components: 15 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Fort Collins
Setting
Landform: Interfluves, stream terraces
Landform position (three-dimensional): Interfluve, tread
Down-slope shape: Linear
Across-slope shape: Linear
Parent material: Pleistocene or older alluvium and/or eolian deposits
Typical profile
Ap - 0 to 4 inches: loam
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Bt1 -4 to 9 inches: clay loam
Bt2-9 to 16 inches: clay loam
Bk1 - 16 to 29 inches: loam
Bk2-29 to 80 inches: loam
Properties and qualities
Slope: 0 to 3 percent
Depth to restrictive feature: More than 80 inches
Drainage class:Well drained
Runoff class: Low
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water(Ksat): Moderately high to high
(0.20 to 2.00 in/hr)
Depth to water table: More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding: None
Frequency of ponding: None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content: 12 percent
Maximum salinity: Nonsaline to very slightly saline (0.1 to 2.0 mmhos/cm)
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: High (about 9.1 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 3e
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 3e
Hydrologic Soil Group: C
Ecological site: R067BY002CO - Loamy Plains
Hydric soil rating: No
Minor Components
Nunn
Percent of map unit: 10 percent
Landform: Stream terraces
Landform position (three-dimensional):Tread
Down-slope shape: Linear
Across-slope shape: Linear
Ecological site: R067BY002CO- Loamy Plains
Hydric soil rating: No
Vona
Percent of map unit: 5 percent
Landform: Interfluves
Landform position (three-dimensional): Interfluve, side slope
Down-slope shape: Linear
Across-slope shape: Linear
Ecological site: R067BY024CO- Sandy Plains
Hydric soil rating: No
36—Fort Collins loam, 3 to 5 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 2ygpg
Elevation: 4,800 to 5,900 feet
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Mean annual precipitation: 13 to 15 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 48 to 50 degrees F
Frost-free period: 135 to 150 days
Farmland classification: Prime farmland if irrigated
Map Unit Composition
Fort collins and similar soils: 80 percent
Minor components:20 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Fort Collins
Setting
Landform:Alluvial fans, terraces
Landform position (three-dimensional):Tread
Down-slope shape: Linear, convex
Across-slope shape: Linear
Parent material: Pleistocene or older alluvium and/or eolian deposits
Typical profile
Ap - 0 to 5 inches: loam
Bt1 -5 to 8 inches: clay loam
Bt2- 8 to 18 inches: clay loam
Bk1 - 18 to 24 inches: loam
Bk2-24 to 80 inches: loam
Properties and qualities
Slope: 3 to 5 percent
Depth to restrictive feature: More than 80 inches
Drainage class:Well drained
Runoff class: Low
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water(Ksat): Moderately high to high
(0.20 to 2.00 in/hr)
Depth to water table: More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding: None
Frequency of ponding: None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content: 12 percent
Maximum salinity: Nonsaline to very slightly saline (0.1 to 2.0 mmhos/cm)
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: High (about 9.1 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 4e
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 4e
Hydrologic Soil Group: C
Ecological site: R067BY002CO - Loamy Plains
Hydric soil rating: No
Minor Components
Table mountain
Percent of map unit: 15 percent
Landform:Alluvial fans, stream terraces
Landform position (three-dimensional):Tread
Down-slope shape: Linear
Across-slope shape: Linear
Ecological site: R067BY036CO- Overflow
Hydric soil rating: No
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Percent of map unit: 5 percent
Landform:Alluvial fans
Down-slope shape: Linear
Across-slope shape: Linear
Ecological site: R067BY063CO- Gravel Breaks
Hydric soil rating: No
95—Satanta loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: 2w5f3
Elevation: 3,650 to 5,350 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 12 to 18 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 46 to 54 degrees F
Frost-free period: 115 to 155 days
Farmland classification: Prime farmland if irrigated
Map Unit Composition
Satanta and similar soils:90 percent
Minor components: 10 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Satanta
Setting
Landform: Paleoterraces
Landform position (two-dimensional): Backslope
Landform position (three-dimensional): Head slope
Down-slope shape: Linear
Across-slope shape: Linear
Parent material: Eolian sands
Typical profile
Ap - 0 to 9 inches: loam
Bt-9 to 18 inches: clay loam
C- 18 to 79 inches: loam
Properties and qualities
Slope: 1 to 3 percent
Depth to restrictive feature: More than 80 inches
Drainage class:Well drained
Runoff class: Low
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water(Ksat): Moderately high (0.20
to 0.60 in/hr)
Depth to water table: More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding: None
Frequency of ponding: None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content: 10 percent
Maximum salinity: Nonsaline to very slightly saline (0.0 to 2.0 mmhos/cm)
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Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Very high (about 12.2 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 3e
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 4c
Hydrologic Soil Group: C
Ecological site: R067BY002CO - Loamy Plains
Hydric soil rating: No
Minor Components
Nunn
Percent of map unit: 5 percent
Landform:Terraces
Landform position (three-dimensional): Tread
Down-slope shape: Linear
Across-slope shape: Linear
Ecological site: R067BY002CO- Loamy Plains
Hydric soil rating: No
Fort collins
Percent of map unit: 5 percent
Landform:Alluvial fans
Landform position (two-dimensional): Backslope
Landform position (three-dimensional): Head slope
Down-slope shape: Linear
Across-slope shape: Linear
Ecological site: R067BY002CO- Loamy Plains
Hydric soil rating: No
98—Satanta Variant clay loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: jpyh
Elevation: 4,800 to 5,600 feet
Mean annual precipitation: 13 to 15 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 48 to 50 degrees F
Frost-free period. 135 to 150 days
Farmland classification: Prime farmland if irrigated
Map Unit Composition
Satanta variant and similar soils: 90 percent
Minor components: 10 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Satanta Variant
Setting
Landform:Terraces
Landform position (three-dimensional): Tread
Down-slope shape: Linear
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Across-slope shape: Linear
Parent material:Alluvium
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 9 inches: clay loam
H2-9 to 22 inches: clay loam
H3-22 to 60 inches: loam
Properties and qualities
Slope: 0 to 3 percent
Depth to restrictive feature: More than 80 inches
Drainage class: Somewhat poorly drained
Runoff class: High
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water(Ksat): Moderately low to
moderately high (0.06 to 0.20 in/hr)
Depth to water table:About 24 to 48 inches
Frequency of flooding: Occasional
Frequency of ponding: None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content: 15 percent
Gypsum, maximum content: 10 percent
Maximum salinity:Very slightly saline to slightly saline (2.0 to 4.0 mmhos/cm)
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: Moderate (about 8.7 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 2e
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 4e
Hydrologic Soil Group: D
Ecological site: R067BY036CO - Overflow
Hydric soil rating: No
Minor Components
Nunn
Percent of map unit: 5 percent
Ecological site: R067BY002CO- Loamy Plains
Hydric soil rating: No
Caruso
Percent of map unit: 3 percent
Ecological site: R067BY036CO- Overflow
Hydric soil rating: No
Loveland
Percent of map unit:2 percent
Ecological site: R067BY036CO- Overflow
Hydric soil rating: No
101—Stoneham loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes
Map Unit Setting
National map unit symbol: jptt
Elevation: 4,800 to 5,600 feet
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Mean annual precipitation: 13 to 15 inches
Mean annual air temperature: 48 to 50 degrees F
Frost-free period: 135 to 150 days
Farmland classification: Prime farmland if irrigated
Map Unit Composition
Stoneham and similar soils: 90 percent
Minor components: 10 percent
Estimates are based on observations, descriptions, and transects of the mapunit.
Description of Stoneham
Setting
Landform: Benches, terraces
Landform position (three-dimensional): Base slope, tread
Down-slope shape: Linear
Across-slope shape: Linear
Parent material: Mixed alluvium and/or eolian deposits
Typical profile
H1 - 0 to 4 inches: loam
H2-4 to 10 inches: sandy clay loam
H3- 10 to 60 inches: clay loam
Properties and qualities
Slope: 1 to 3 percent
Depth to restrictive feature: More than 80 inches
Drainage class:Well drained
Runoff class: Low
Capacity of the most limiting layer to transmit water(Ksat): Moderately high to high
(0.60 to 2.00 in/hr)
Depth to water table: More than 80 inches
Frequency of flooding: None
Frequency of ponding: None
Calcium carbonate, maximum content: 15 percent
Maximum salinity: Nonsaline to very slightly saline (0.0 to 2.0 mmhos/cm)
Available water supply, 0 to 60 inches: High (about 9.6 inches)
Interpretive groups
Land capability classification (irrigated): 2e
Land capability classification (nonirrigated): 3e
Hydrologic Soil Group: B
Ecological site: R067BY002CO - Loamy Plains
Hydric soil rating: No
Minor Components
Fort collins
Percent of map unit: 5 percent
Ecological site: R067BY002CO- Loamy Plains
Hydric soil rating: No
Kim
Percent of map unit: 5 percent
Ecological site: R067BY002CO- Loamy Plains
Hydric soil rating: No
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Soil Information for All Uses
Soil Properties and Qualities
The Soil Properties and Qualities section includes various soil properties and
qualities displayed as thematic maps with a summary table for the soil map units in
the selected area of interest. A single value or rating for each map unit is generated
by aggregating the interpretive ratings of individual map unit components. This
aggregation process is defined for each property or quality.
Soil Qualities and Features
Soil qualities are behavior and performance attributes that are not directly
measured, but are inferred from observations of dynamic conditions and from soil
properties. Example soil qualities include natural drainage, and frost action. Soil
features are attributes that are not directly part of the soil. Example soil features
include slope and depth to restrictive layer. These features can greatly impact the
use and management of the soil.
Hydrologic Soil Group
Hydrologic soil groups are based on estimates of runoff potential. Soils are
assigned to one of four groups according to the rate of water infiltration when the
soils are not protected by vegetation, are thoroughly wet, and receive precipitation
from long-duration storms.
The soils in the United States are assigned to four groups (A, B, C, and D) and
three dual classes (A/D, B/D, and C/D). The groups are defined as follows:
Group A. Soils having a high infiltration rate (low runoff potential)when thoroughly
wet. These consist mainly of deep, well drained to excessively drained sands or
gravelly sands. These soils have a high rate of water transmission.
Group B. Soils having a moderate infiltration rate when thoroughly wet. These
consist chiefly of moderately deep or deep, moderately well drained or well drained
soils that have moderately fine texture to moderately coarse texture. These soils
have a moderate rate of water transmission.
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Group C. Soils having a slow infiltration rate when thoroughly wet. These consist
chiefly of soils having a layer that impedes the downward movement of water or
soils of moderately fine texture or fine texture. These soils have a slow rate of water
transmission.
Group D. Soils having a very slow infiltration rate (high runoff potential)when
thoroughly wet. These consist chiefly of clays that have a high shrink-swell
potential, soils that have a high water table, soils that have a claypan or clay layer at
or near the surface, and soils that are shallow over nearly impervious material.
These soils have a very slow rate of water transmission.
If a soil is assigned to a dual hydrologic group (A/D, B/D, or C/D), the first letter is
for drained areas and the second is for undrained areas. Only the soils that in their
natural condition are in group D are assigned to dual classes.
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MAP LEGEND MAP INFORMATION
Area of Interest(AOI) 0 C The soil surveys that comprise your AOI were mapped at
Area of Interest(AOI) C/D 1:24,000.
A
Soils D
Soil Rating Polygons Warning:Soil Map may not be valid at this scale.
A [3 Not rated or not available
Enlargement of maps beyond the scale of mapping can cause
Water Features
0 AID misunderstanding of the detail of mapping and accuracy of soil
B Streams and Canals line placement.The maps do not show the small areas of
Q
Transportation contrasting soils that could have been shown at a more detailed
0 B/D Rails scale.
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ti Interstate Highways
Please rely on the bar scale on each map sheet for map
0 C/D US Routes measurements.
0 D Major Roads
Source of Map: Natural Resources Conservation Service
0 Not rated or not available Local Roads Web Soil Survey URL:
Soil Rating Lines Background Coordinate System: Web Mercator(EPSG:3857)
N A Aerial Photography
Maps from the Web Soil Survey are based on the Web Mercator
,y A/D projection,which preserves direction and shape but distorts
B distance and area.A projection that preserves area,such as the
Albers equal-area conic projection,should be used if more
•�/ B/D accurate calculations of distance or area are required.
py C
This product is generated from the USDA-NRCS certified data as
�y C/o of the version date(s)listed below.
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Soil Survey Area: Larimer County Area,Colorado
. • Not rated or not available Survey Area Data: Version 18,Aug 24,2023
Soil Rating Points
G A Soil map units are labeled(as space allows)for map scales
1:50,000 or larger.
A/D
B Date(s)aerial images were photographed: Jul 2,2021—Aug 25,
2021
B/D
The orthophoto or other base map on which the soil lines were
compiled and digitized probably differs from the background
imagery displayed on these maps.As a result,some minor
shifting of map unit boundaries may be evident.
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Table—Hydrologic Soil Group
Map unit symbol Map unit name Rating Acres in AOI Percent of AOI
5 Aquepts,loamy A/D 0.4 0.4%
22 Caruso clay loam,0 to 1 D 0.1 0.1%
percent slope
35 Fort Collins loam,0 to 3 C 34.3 31.2%
percent slopes
36 Fort Collins loam,3 to 5 C 4.4 4.0%
percent slopes
95 Satanta loam, 1 to 3 C 2.1 1.9%
percent slopes
98 Satanta Variant clay D 67.7 61.5%1
loam,0 to 3 percent
slopes
101 Stoneham loam, 1 to 3 B 1.1 1.0%
percent slopes
Totals for Area of Interest 110.1 100.0%
Rating Options—Hydrologic Soil Group
Aggregation Method: Dominant Condition
Component Percent Cutoff.- None Specified
Tie-break Rule: Higher
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References
American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO).
2004. Standard specifications for transportation materials and methods of sampling
and testing. 24th edition.
American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM). 2005. Standard classification of
soils for engineering purposes. ASTM Standard D2487-00.
Cowardin, L.M., V. Carter, F.C. Golet, and E.T. LaRoe. 1979. Classification of
wetlands and deep-water habitats of the United States. U.S. Fish and Wildlife
Service FWS/OBS-79/31.
Federal Register. July 13, 1994. Changes in hydric soils of the United States.
Federal Register. September 18, 2002. Hydric soils of the United States.
Hurt, G.W., and L.M. Vasilas, editors. Version 6.0, 2006. Field indicators of hydric
soils in the United States.
National Research Council. 1995. Wetlands: Characteristics and boundaries.
Soil Survey Division Staff. 1993. Soil survey manual. Soil Conservation Service.
U.S. Department of Agriculture Handbook 18. http://www.nres.usda.gov/wps/portal/
nres/detail/national/soils/?cid=nres142p2_054262
Soil Survey Staff. 1999. Soil taxonomy: A basic system of soil classification for
making and interpreting soil surveys. 2nd edition. Natural Resources Conservation
Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture Handbook 436. http://
www.nres.usda.gov/wps/portal/nres/detail/national/soils/?cid=nres142p2_053577
Soil Survey Staff. 2010. Keys to soil taxonomy. 11th edition. U.S. Department of
Agriculture, Natural Resources Conservation Service. http://
www.nres.usda.gov/wps/portal/nres/detail/national/soils/?cid=nresl42p2_053580
Tiner, R.W., Jr. 1985. Wetlands of Delaware. U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and
Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control, Wetlands
Section.
United States Army Corps of Engineers, Environmental Laboratory. 1987. Corps of
Engineers wetlands delineation manual. Waterways Experiment Station Technical
Report Y-87-1.
United States Department of Agriculture, Natural Resources Conservation Service.
National forestry manual. http://www.nres.usda.gov/wps/portal/nres/detail/soils/
home/?cid=nres142p2_053374
United States Department of Agriculture, Natural Resources Conservation Service.
National range and pasture handbook. http://www.nres.usda.gov/wps/portal/nres/
detail/national/landuse/rangepasture/?cid=stelprdb1043084
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United States Department of Agriculture, Natural Resources Conservation Service.
National soil survey handbook, title 430-VI. http://www.nres.usda.gov/wps/portal/
nres/detail/soils/scientists/?cid=nres142p2_054242
United States Department of Agriculture, Natural Resources Conservation Service.
2006. Land resource regions and major land resource areas of the United States,
the Caribbean, and the Pacific Basin. U.S. Department of Agriculture Handbook
296. http://www.nres.usda.gov/wps/portal/nres/detail/national/soils/?
cid=n res 142 p 2_053624
United States Department of Agriculture, Soil Conservation Service. 1961. Land
capability classification. U.S. Department of Agriculture Handbook 210. http://
www.nrcs.usda.gov/lnternet/FSE—DOCUMENTS/nrcsl42p2_052290.pdf
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APPENDIX C
URBAN DRAINAGE AND FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT BMPs
Surface Roughening (SR) EC-I
Description
Surface roughening is an erosion control
practice that involves tracking,
scarifying, imprinting,or tilling a
disturbed area to provide temporary _
stabilization of disturbed areas. Surface
roughening creates variations in the soil
surface that help to minimize wind and
water erosion. Depending on the f
technique used, surface roughening may
also help establish conditions favorable
to establishment of vegetation. "
_ .
Appropriate Uses
Surface roughening can be used to Photograph SR-1. Surface roughening via imprinting for temporary
provide temporary stabilization of stabilization.
disturbed areas, such as when
revegetation cannot be immediately established due to seasonal planting limitations. Surface roughening
is not a stand-alone BMP,and should be used in conjunction with other erosion and sediment controls.
Surface roughening is often implemented in conjunction with grading and is typically performed using
heavy construction equipment to track the surface. Be aware that tracking with heavy equipment will also
compact soils,which is not desirable in areas that will be revegetated. Scarifying,tilling, or ripping are
better surface roughening techniques in locations where revegetation is planned. Roughening is not
effective in very sandy soils and cannot be effectively performed in rocky soil.
Design and Installation
Typical design details for surfacing roughening on steep and mild slopes are provided in Details SR-1 and
SR-2,respectively.
Surface roughening should be performed either after final grading or to temporarily stabilize an area
during active construction that may be inactive for a short time period. Surface roughening should create
depressions 2 to 6 inches deep and approximately 6 inches apart. The surface of exposed soil can be
roughened by a number of techniques and equipment. Horizontal grooves(running parallel to the
contours of the land) can be made using tracks from equipment treads, stair-step grading,ripping, or
tilling.
Fill slopes can be constructed with a roughened surface. Cut slopes that have been smooth graded can be
roughened as a subsequent operation. Roughening should follow along the contours of the slope. The
tracks left by truck mounted equipment working perpendicular
to the contour can leave acceptable horizontal depressions; Surface Roughening
however,the equipment will also compact the soil. Functions
Erosion Control Yes
Sediment Control No
Site/Material Management No
November 2010 Urban Drainage and Flood Control District SR-1
Urban Storm Drainage Criteria Manual Volume 3
EC-1 Surface Roughening (SR)
Maintenance and Removal
Care should be taken not to drive vehicles or equipment over areas that have been surface roughened.
Tire tracks will smooth the roughened surface and may cause runoff to collect into rills and gullies.
Because surface roughening is only a temporary control, additional treatments may be necessary to
maintain the soil surface in a roughened condition.
Areas should be inspected for signs of erosion. Surface roughening is a temporary measure, and will not
provide long-term erosion control.
SR-2 Urban Drainage and Flood Control District November 2010
Urban Storm Drainage Criteria Manual Volume 3
Surface Roughening (SR) EC-1
SR
TRACKING OR
IMPRINTING
1�
6" MAX
FURROWS 2" TO 4" DEEP
2" TO WITH 6" MAXIMUM SPACING
4" DEEP PARALLEL TO CONTOURS
SR- 1 . SURFACE ROUGHENING
FOR STEEP SLOPES (3:1 OR STEEPER)
SCARIFYING
OR TILLING
/
/
ROUGHENED ROWS SHALL BE 4" TO 6"
4" TO 6" DEEP WITH 6" MAXIMUM SPACING PARALLEL
DEEP TO CONTOURS
SR-2. SURFACE ROUGHENING
FOR LOW SLOPES (LESS THAN 3:1)
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SURFACE ROUGHENING INSTALLATION NOTES
1. SEE PLAN VIEW FOR:
—LOCATION(S) OF SURFACE ROUGHENING.
2. SURFACE ROUGHENING SHALL BE PROVIDED PROMPTLY AFTER COMPLETION OF FINISHED
GRADING (FOR AREAS NOT RECEIVING TOPSOIL) OR PRIOR TO TOPSOIL PLACEMENT OR ANY
FORECASTED RAIN EVENT.
3. AREAS WHERE BUILDING FOUNDATIONS, PAVEMENT, OR SOD WILL BE PLACED WITHOUT
DELAY IN THE CONSTRUCTION SEQUENCE, SURFACE ROUGHENING IS NOT REQUIRED.
4. DISTURBED SURFACES SHALL BE ROUGHENED USING RIPPING OR TILLING EQUIPMENT ON
THE CONTOUR OR TRACKING UP AND DOWN A SLOPE USING EQUIPMENT TREADS.
5. A FARMING DISK SHALL NOT BE USED FOR SURFACE ROUGHENING.
SURFACE ROUGHENING MAINTENANCE NOTES
1. INSPECT BMPs EACH WORKDAY, AND MAINTAIN THEM IN EFFECTIVE OPERATING CONDITION.
MAINTENANCE OF BMPs SHOULD BE PROACTIVE, NOT REACTIVE. INSPECT BMPs AS SOON AS
POSSIBLE (AND ALWAYS WITHIN 24 HOURS) FOLLOWING A STORM THAT CAUSES SURFACE
EROSION, AND PERFORM NECESSARY MAINTENANCE.
2. FREQUENT OBSERVATIONS AND MAINTENANCE ARE NECESSARY TO MAINTAIN BMPs IN
EFFECTIVE OPERATING CONDITION. INSPECTIONS AND CORRECTIVE MEASURES SHOULD BE
DOCUMENTED THOROUGHLY.
3. WHERE BMPs HAVE FAILED, REPAIR OR REPLACE UPON DISCOVERY OF THE FAILURE.
4. VEHICLES AND EQUIPMENT SHALL NOT BE DRIVEN OVER AREAS THAT HAVE BEEN SURFACE
ROUGHENED.
5. IN NON—TURF GRASS FINISHED AREAS, SEEDING AND MULCHING SHALL TAKE PLACE
DIRECTLY OVER SURFACE ROUGHENED AREAS WITHOUT FIRST SMOOTHING OUT THE SURFACE.
6. IN AREAS NOT SEEDED AND MULCHED AFTER SURFACE ROUGHENING, SURFACES SHALL BE
RE—ROUGHENED AS NECESSARY TO MAINTAIN GROOVE DEPTH AND SMOOTH OVER RILL
EROSION.
(DETAILS ADAPTED FROM TOWN OF PARKER, COLORADO, NOT AVAILABLE IN ALITOCAO)
NOTE: MANY JURISDICTIONS HAVE BMP DETAILS THAT VARY FROM UDFCD STANDARD DETAILS.
CONSULT WITH LOCAL JURISDICTIONS AS TO WHICH DETAIL SHOULD BE USED WHEN
DIFFERENCES ARE NOTED.
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Description
Temporary seeding can be used to
stabilize disturbed areas that will be
inactive for an extended period.
Permanent seeding should be used to
stabilize areas at final grade that will not
be otherwise stabilized. Effective seeding
includes preparation of a seedbed,
selection of an appropriate seed mixture,
proper planting techniques, and protection
of the seeded area with mulch, geotextiles,
or other appropriate measures.
Appropriate Uses
When the soil surface is disturbed and
Photograph TS/PS-1. Equipment used to drill seed. Photo courtesy of
will remain inactive for an extended Douglas County.
period(typically 30 days or longer),
proactive stabilization measures should be implemented. If the inactive period is short-lived(on the order
of two weeks),techniques such as surface roughening may be appropriate. For longer periods of
inactivity,temporary seeding and mulching can provide effective erosion control. Permanent seeding
should be used on finished areas that have not been otherwise stabilized.
Typically,local governments have their own seed mixes and timelines for seeding. Check jurisdictional
requirements for seeding and temporary stabilization.
Design and Installation
Effective seeding requires proper seedbed preparation,selection of an appropriate seed mixture,use of
appropriate seeding equipment to ensure proper coverage and density, and protection with mulch or fabric
until plants are established.
The USDCM Volume 2 Revegetation Chapter contains detailed seed mix, soil preparations, and seeding
and mulching recommendations that may be referenced to supplement this Fact Sheet.
Drill seeding is the preferred seeding method. Hydroseeding is not recommended except in areas where
steep slopes prevent use of drill seeding equipment,and even in these instances it is preferable to hand
seed and mulch. Some jurisdictions do not allow hydroseeding or hydromulching.
Seedbed Preparation
Prior to seeding, ensure that areas to be revegetated have
soil conditions capable of supporting vegetation. Overlot Temporary and Permanent Seeding
grading can result in loss of topsoil,resulting in poor quality
subsoils at the ground surface that have low nutrient value, Functions
little organic matter content, few soil microorganisms, Erosion Control Yes
rooting restrictions, and conditions less conducive to Sediment Control No
infiltration of precipitation. As a result, it is typically Site/Material Management No
necessary to provide stockpiled topsoil, compost, or other
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soil amendments and rototill them into the soil to a depth of 6 inches or more.
Topsoil should be salvaged during grading operations for use and spread on areas to be revegetated later.
Topsoil should be viewed as an important resource to be utilized for vegetation establishment, due to its
water-holding capacity, structure,texture, organic matter content,biological activity, and nutrient content.
The rooting depth of most native grasses in the semi-arid Denver metropolitan area is 6 to 18 inches. At a
minimum,the upper 6 inches of topsoil should be stripped, stockpiled, and ultimately respread across
areas that will be revegetated.
Where topsoil is not available, subsoils should be amended to provide an appropriate plant-growth
medium. Organic matter, such as well digested compost,can be added to improve soil characteristics
conducive to plant growth. Other treatments can be used to adjust soil pH conditions when needed. Soil
testing,which is typically inexpensive, should be completed to determine and optimize the types and
amounts of amendments that are required.
If the disturbed ground surface is compacted,rip or rototill the surface prior to placing topsoil. If adding
compost to the existing soil surface,rototilling is necessary. Surface roughening will assist in placement
of a stable topsoil layer on steeper slopes,and allow infiltration and root penetration to greater depth.
Prior to seeding,the soil surface should be rough and the seedbed should be firm,but neither too loose
nor compacted. The upper layer of soil should be in a condition suitable for seeding at the proper depth
and conducive to plant growth. Seed-to-soil contact is the key to good germination.
Seed Mix for Temporary Vegetation
To provide temporary vegetative cover on disturbed areas which will not be paved,built upon, or fully
landscaped or worked for an extended period(typically 30 days or more),plant an annual grass
appropriate for the time of planting and mulch the planted areas. Annual grasses suitable for the Denver
metropolitan area are listed in Table TS/PS-l. These are to be considered only as general
recommendations when specific design guidance for a particular site is not available. Local governments
typically specify seed mixes appropriate for their jurisdiction.
Seed Mix for Permanent Revegetation
To provide vegetative cover on disturbed areas that have reached final grade,a perennial grass mix should
be established. Permanent seeding should be performed promptly(typically within 14 days) after
reaching final grade. Each site will have different characteristics and a landscape professional or the local
jurisdiction should be contacted to determine the most suitable seed mix for a specific site. In lieu of a
specific recommendation, one of the perennial grass mixes appropriate for site conditions and growth
season listed in Table TS/PS-2 can be used. The pure live seed(PLS)rates of application recommended
in these tables are considered to be absolute minimum rates for seed applied using proper drill-seeding
equipment.
If desired for wildlife habitat or landscape diversity, shrubs such as rubber rabbitbrush(Chrysothamnus
nauseosus), fourwing saltbush (Atriplex canescens)and skunkbrush sumac (Rhus trilobata) could be
added to the upland seedmixes at 0.25, 0.5 and 1 pound PLS/acre,respectively. In riparian zones,
planting root stock of such species as American plum(Prunus americana),woods rose(Rosa woodsii),
plains cottonwood(Populus sargenth), and willow(Populus spp.)may be considered. On non-topsoiled
upland sites, a legume such as Ladak alfalfa at 1 pound PLS/acre can be included as a source of nitrogen
for perennial grasses.
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Seeding dates for the highest success probability of perennial species along the Front Range are generally
in the spring from April through early May and in the fall after the first of September until the ground
freezes. If the area is irrigated, seeding may occur in summer months, as well. See Table TS/PS-3 for
appropriate seeding dates.
Table TS/PS-1. Minimum Drill Seeding Rates for Various Temporary Annual Grasses
Pounds of Planting
Species' Growth Pure Live Seed Depth
(Common name) Season (PLS)/acre (inches)
1. Oats Cool 35 - 50 1 -2
2. Spring wheat Cool 25 -35 1 -2
3. Spring barley Cool 25 -35 1 -2
4. Annual ryegrass Cool 10- 15 '/2
5. Millet Warm 3 - 15 '/2-3/4
6. Sudangrass Warm 5-10 '/2-3/4
7. Sorghum Warm 5-10 '/2 -3/4
8. Winter wheat Cool 20-35 1 -2
9. Winter barley Cool 20-35 1 -2
10. Winter rye Cool 20-35 1 -2
11. Triticale Cool 25-40 1 -2
a Successful seeding of annual grass resulting in adequate plant growth will
usually produce enough dead-plant residue to provide protection from
wind and water erosion for an additional year. This assumes that the cover
is not disturbed or mowed closer than 8 inches.
Hydraulic seeding may be substituted for drilling only where slopes are
steeper than 3:1 or where access limitations exist. When hydraulic
seeding is used, hydraulic mulching should be applied as a separate
operation,when practical,to prevent the seeds from being encapsulated in
the mulch.
See Table TS/PS-3 for seeding dates. Irrigation, if consistently applied,
may extend the use of cool season species during the summer months.
Seeding rates should be doubled if seed is broadcast,or increased by 50
percent if done using a Brillion Drill or by hydraulic seeding.
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Table TS/PS-2. Minimum Drill Seeding Rates for Perennial Grasses
Commona Botanical Growth Growth Seeds/ Pounds of
Name Name Season Form Pound PLS/acre
Alakali Soil Seed Mix
Alkali sacaton Sporobolus airoides Cool Bunch 1,750,000 0.25
Basin wildrye Elymus cinereus Cool Bunch 165,000 2.5
Sodar streambank wheatgrass Agropyron riparium 'Sodar' Cool Sod 170,000 2.5
Jose tall wheatgrass Agropyron elongatum 'Jose' Cool Bunch 79,000 7.0
Arriba western wheatgrass Agropyron smithii'Arriba' Cool Sod 110,000 5.5
Total 17.75
Fertile Loamy Soil Seed Mix
Ephriam crested wheatgrass Agropyron cristatum Cool Sod 175,000 2.0
Ephriam'
Dural hard fescue Festuca ovina 'duriuscula' Cool Bunch 565,000 1.0
Lincoln smooth brome Bromus inermis leyss Cool Sod 130,000 3.0
Lincoln'
Sodar streambank wheatgrass Agropyron riparium'Sodar' Cool Sod 170,000 2.5
Arriba western wheatgrass Agropyron smithii'Arriba' Cool Sod 110,000 7.0
Total 15.5
High Water Table Soil Seed Mix
Meadow foxtail Alopecurus pratensis Cool Sod 900,000 0.5
Redtop Agrostis alba Warm Open sod 5,000,000 0.25
Reed canarygrass Phalaris arundinacea Cool Sod 68,000 0.5
Lincoln smooth brome Bromus inermis leyss Cool Sod 130,000 3.0
Lincoln'
Pathfinder switchgrass Panicum virgatum Warm Sod 389,000 1.0
Pathfinder'
Alkar tall wheatgrass Agropyron elongatum Cool Bunch 79,000 5.5
Alkar'
Total 10.75
Transition Turf Seed Mix`
Ruebens Canadian bluegrass Poa compressa 'Ruebens' Cool Sod 2,500,000 0.5
Dural hard fescue Festuca ovina 'duriuscula' Cool Bunch 565,000 1.0
Citation perennial ryegrass Lolium perenne'Citation' Cool Sod 247,000 3.0
Lincoln smooth brome Bromus inermis leyss Cool Sod 130,000 3.0
Lincoln'
Total 7.5
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Table TS/PS-2. Minimum Drill Seeding Rates for Perennial Grasses (cont.)
Common Botanical Growth Growth Seeds/ Pounds of
Name Name Season Form Pound PLS/acre
Sandy Soil Seed Mix
Blue grama Bouteloua gracilis Warm Sod-forming 825,000 0.5
bunchgrass
Camper little bluestem Schizachyrium scoparium Warm Bunch 240,000 1.0
'Camper'
Prairie sandreed Calamovilfa longifolia Warm Open sod 274,000 1.0
Sand dropseed Sporobolus cryptandrus Cool Bunch 5,298,000 0.25
Vaughn sideoats grama Bouteloua curtipendula Warm Sod 191,000 2.0
'Vaughn'
Arriba western wheatgrass Agropyron smithii'Arriba' Cool Sod 110,000 5.5
Total 10.25
Heavy Clay,Rocky Foothill Seed Mix
Ephriam crested wheatgrass Agropyron cristatumEphriam' Cool Sod 175,000 1.5
Oahe Intermediate wheatgrass Agropyron intermedium Cool Sod 115,000 5.5
'Oahe'
Vaughn sideoats grama' Bouteloua curtipendula Warm Sod 191,000 2.0
'Vaughn'
Lincoln smooth brome Bromus inermis leyss Cool Sod 130,000 3.0
'Lincoln'
Arriba western wheatgrass Agropyron smithii'Arriba' Cool Sod 110,000 5.5
Total 17.5
a All of the above seeding mixes and rates are based on drill seeding followed by crimped straw mulch. These rates should be
doubled if seed is broadcast and should be increased by 50 percent if the seeding is done using a Brillion Drill or is applied
through hydraulic seeding. Hydraulic seeding may be substituted for drilling only where slopes are steeper than 3:1. If
hydraulic seeding is used,hydraulic mulching should be done as a separate operation.
b See Table TS/PS-3 for seeding dates.
If site is to be irrigated,the transition turf seed rates should be doubled.
d Crested wheatgrass should not be used on slopes steeper than 6H to IV.
Can substitute 0.5 lbs PLS of blue grama for the 2.0 lbs PLS of Vaughn sideoats grama.
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Table TS/PS-3. Seeding Dates for Annual and Perennial Grasses
Annual Grasses Perennial Grasses
(Numbers in table reference
species in Table TS/PS-1)
Seeding Dates Warm Cool Warm Cool
January 1—March 15 ✓ ✓
March 16—April 30 4 1,2,3 ✓ ✓
May 1—May 15 4 ✓
May 16—June 30 4,5,6,7
July 1—July 15 5,6,7
July 16—August 31
September 1—September 30 8,9,10,11
October 1—December 31 ✓
Mulch
Cover seeded areas with mulch or an appropriate rolled erosion control product to promote establishment
of vegetation. Anchor mulch by crimping,netting or use of a non-toxic tackifier. See the Mulching BMP
Fact Sheet for additional guidance.
Maintenance and Removal
Monitor and observe seeded areas to identify areas of poor growth or areas that fail to germinate. Reseed
and mulch these areas, as needed.
An area that has been permanently seeded should have a good stand of vegetation within one growing
season if irrigated and within three growing seasons without irrigation in Colorado. Reseed portions of
the site that fail to germinate or remain bare after the first growing season.
Seeded areas may require irrigation,particularly during extended dry periods. Targeted weed control may
also be necessary.
Protect seeded areas from construction equipment and vehicle access.
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Soil Binders (SB) EC-3
Description
Soil binders include a broad range of
treatments that can be applied to exposed
soils for temporary stabilization to reduce
wind and water erosion. Soil binders may
be applied alone or as tackifiers in
conjunction with mulching and seeding f
applications. —
i
Acknowledgement: This BMP Fact Sheet -
has been adapted from the 2003
California Stormwater Quality
Association (CASQA)Stormwater BMP
Handbook: Construction
(www.cabmphandbooks.com).
Photograph SB-1. Tackifier being applied to provide temporary soil
Appropriate Uses stabilization. Photo courtesy of Douglas County.
Soil binders can be used for short-term,temporary stabilization of soils on both mild and steep slopes.
Soil binders are often used in areas where work has temporarily stopped,but is expected to resume before
revegetation can become established. Binders are also useful on stockpiled soils or where temporary or
permanent seeding has occurred.
Prior to selecting a soil binder, check with the state and local jurisdiction to ensure that the chemicals
used in the soil binders are allowed. The water quality impacts of some types of soil binders are relatively
unknown and may not be allowed due to concerns about potential environmental impacts. Soil binders
must be environmentally benign(non-toxic to plant and animal life), easy to apply,easy to maintain,
economical, and should not stain paved or painted surfaces.
Soil binders should not be used in vehicle or pedestrian high traffic areas, due to loss in effectiveness
under these conditions.
Site soil type will dictate appropriate soil binders to be used. Be aware that soil binders may not function
effectively on silt or clay soils or highly compacted areas. Check manufacturer's recommendations for
appropriateness with regard to soil conditions. Some binders may not be suitable for areas with existing
vegetation.
Design and Installation
Properties of common soil binders used for erosion control
are provided in Table SB-I. Design and installation Soil Binders
guidance below are provided for general reference. Follow
the manufacturer's instructions for application rates and Functions
procedures. Erosion Control Yes
Sediment Control No
Site/Material Management Moderate
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Table SB-I. Properties of Soil Binders for Erosion Control(Source: CASQA 2003)
Binder Type
Evaluation Criteria Plant Material Plant Material Polymeric Cementitious-
Based Based Emulsion Blends Based Binders
(short lived) (long lived)
Resistance to Leaching High High Low to Moderate Moderate
Resistance to Abrasion Moderate Low Moderate to High Moderate to High
Longevity Short to Medium Medium Medium to Long Medium
Minimum Curing Time 9 to 18 hours 19 to 24 hours 0 to 24 hours 4 to 8 hours
before Rain
Compatibility with Good Poor Poor Poor
Existing Vegetation
Photodegradable/ Photodegradable/
Mode of Degradation Biodegradable Biodegradable Chemically Chemically
Degradable Degradable
Specialized Application Water Truck or Water Truck or Water Truck or Water Truck or
Equipment Hydraulic Hydraulic Hydraulic Mulcher Hydraulic Mulcher
Mulcher Mulcher
Liquid/Powder Powder Liquid Liquid/Powder Powder
Yes,but Ye Yes,but dissolves on
Surface Crusting dissolves on rewetting Yes
rewetting
Clean Up Water Water Water Water
Erosion Control Varies Varies Varies 4,000 to 12,000
Application Rate lbs/acre Typ.
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Factors to consider when selecting a soil binder generally include:
■ Suitability to situation: Consider where the soil binder will be applied,if it needs a high resistance
to leaching or abrasion, and whether it needs to be compatible with existing vegetation. Determine
the length of time soil stabilization will be needed, and if the soil binder will be placed in an area
where it will degrade rapidly. In general, slope steepness is not a discriminating factor.
■ Soil types and surface materials: Fines and moisture content are key properties of surface
materials. Consider a soil binder's ability to penetrate,likelihood of leaching, and ability to form a
surface crust on the surface materials.
■ Frequency of application: The frequency of application can be affected by subgrade conditions,
surface type, climate, and maintenance schedule. Frequent applications could lead to high costs.
Application frequency may be minimized if the soil binder has good penetration,low evaporation,
and good longevity. Consider also that frequent application will require frequent equipment clean up.
An overview of major categories of soil binders, corresponding to the types included in Table S13-1
follows.
Plant-Material Based (Short Lived)Binders
■ Guar: A non-toxic,biodegradable,natural galactomannan-based hydrocolloid treated with dispersant
agents for easy field mixing. It should be mixed with water at the rate of 11 to 15 lbs per 1,000
gallons. Recommended minimum application rates are provided in Table S13-2.
Table SB-2. Application Rates for Guar Soil Stabilizer
Slo a(H:V)
Flat 4:1 3:1 2:1 1:1
Application Rate(lb/acre) 40 45 50 60 70
■ Psyllium: Composed of the finely ground muciloid coating of plantago seeds that is applied as a wet
slurry to the surface of the soil. It dries to form a firm but rewettable membrane that binds soil
particles together but permits germination and growth of seed. Psyllium requires 12 to 18 hours
drying time. Application rates should be from 80 to 200 lbs/acre,with enough water in solution to
allow for a uniform slurry flow.
■ Starch: Non-ionic,cold-water soluble(pre-gelatinized)granular cornstarch. The material is mixed
with water and applied at the rate of 150 lb/acre. Approximate drying time is 9 to 12 hours.
Plant-Material Based (Long Lived) Binders
■ Pitch and Rosin Emulsion: Generally, a non-ionic pitch and rosin emulsion has a minimum solids
content of 48 percent. The rosin should be a minimum of 26 percent of the total solids content. The
soil stabilizer should be a non-corrosive,water dilutable emulsion that upon application cures to a
water insoluble binding and cementing agent. For soil erosion control applications,the emulsion is
diluted and should be applied as follows:
o For clayey soil: 5 parts water to I part emulsion
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o For sandy soil: 10 parts water to 1 part emulsion
Application can be by water truck or hydraulic seeder with the emulsion and product mixture applied
at the rate specified by the manufacturer.
Polymeric Emulsion Blend Binders
■ Acrylic Copolymers and Polymers: Polymeric soil stabilizers should consist of a liquid or solid
polymer or copolymer with an acrylic base that contains a minimum of 55 percent solids. The
polymeric compound should be handled and mixed in a manner that will not cause foaming or should
contain an anti-foaming agent. The polymeric emulsion should not exceed its shelf life or expiration
date; manufacturers should provide the expiration date. Polymeric soil stabilizer should be readily
miscible in water,non-injurious to seed or animal life,non-flammable, should provide surface soil
stabilization for various soil types without inhibiting water infiltration, and should not re-emulsify
when cured. The applied compound should air cure within a maximum of 36 to 48 hours. Liquid
copolymer should be diluted at a rate of 10 parts water to 1 part polymer and the mixture applied to
soil at a rate of 1,175 gallons/acre.
■ Liquid Polymers of Methacrylates and Acrylates: This material consists of a tackifier/sealer that is
aliquid polymer of methacrylates and acrylates. It is an aqueous 100 percent acrylic emulsion blend
of 40 percent solids by volume that is free from styrene, acetate,vinyl, ethoxylated surfactants or
silicates. For soil stabilization applications,it is diluted with water in accordance with manufacturer's
recommendations,and applied with a hydraulic seeder at the rate of 20 gallons/acre. Drying time is
12 to 18 hours after application.
■ Copolymers of Sodium Acrylates and Acrylamides: These materials are non-toxic,dry powders
that are copolymers of sodium acrylate and acrylamide. They are mixed with water and applied to the
soil surface for erosion control at rates that are determined by slope gradient, as summarized in Table
SB-3.
Table SB-3. Application Rates for Copolymers of Sodium Acrylates and Acrylamides
Slope H:
Flat to 5:1 5:1 to 3:1 2:2 to 1:1
Application Rate lb/acre 3.0-5.0 5.0-10.0 10.0-20.0
■ Polyacrylamide and Copolymer of Acrylamide: Linear copolymer polyacrylamide is packaged as
a dry flowable solid. When used as a stand-alone stabilizer, it is diluted at a rate of 11 lb/1,000 gal. of
water and applied at the rate of 5.0 lb/acre.
■ Hydrocolloid Polymers: Hydrocolloid Polymers are various combinations of dry flowable
polyacrylamides,copolymers, and hydrocolloid polymers that are mixed with water and applied to the
soil surface at rates of 55 to 60 lb/acre. Drying times are 0 to 4 hours.
Cementitious-Based Binders
■ Gypsum: This formulated gypsum based product readily mixes with water and mulch to form a thin
protective crust on the soil surface. It is composed of high purity gypsum that is ground, calcined and
processed into calcium sulfate hemihydrate with a minimum purity of 86 percent. It is mixed in a
hydraulic seeder and applied at rates 4,000 to 12,000 lb/acre. Drying time is 4 to 8 hours.
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Installation
After selecting an appropriate soil binder,the untreated soil surface must be prepared before applying the
soil binder. The untreated soil surface must contain sufficient moisture to assist the agent in achieving
uniform distribution. In general,the following steps should be followed:
■ Follow manufacturer's written recommendations for application rates,pre-wetting of application area,
and cleaning of equipment after use.
■ Prior to application,roughen embankment and fill areas.
■ Consider the drying time for the selected soil binder and apply with sufficient time before anticipated
rainfall. Soil binders should not be applied during or immediately before rainfall.
■ Avoid over spray onto roads, sidewalks, drainage channels,sound walls, existing vegetation, etc.
■ Soil binders should not be applied to frozen soil,areas with standing water,under freezing or rainy
conditions, or when the temperature is below 40°F during the curing period.
■ More than one treatment is often necessary, although the second treatment may be diluted or have a
lower application rate.
■ Generally, soil binders require a minimum curing time of 24 hours before they are fully effective.
Refer to manufacturer's instructions for specific cure time.
■ For liquid agents:
o Crown or slope ground to avoid ponding.
o Uniformly pre-wet ground at 0.03 to 0.3 ga11yd2 or according to manufacturer's recommendations.
o Apply solution under pressure. Overlap solution 6 to 12 in.
o Allow treated area to cure for the time recommended by the manufacturer,typically at least 24
hours.
o Apply second treatment before first treatment becomes ineffective,using 50 percent application
rate.
o In low humidity,reactivate chemicals by re-wetting with water at 0.1 to 0.2 gal/ydz.
Maintenance and Removal
Soil binders tend to break down due to natural weathering. Weathering rates depend on a variety of site-
specific and product characteristics. Consult the manufacturer for recommended reapplication rates and
reapply the selected soil binder as needed to maintain effectiveness.
Soil binders can fail after heavy rainfall events and may require reapplication. In particular, soil binders
will generally experience spot failures during heavy rainfall events. If runoff penetrates the soil at the top
of a slope treated with a soil binder,it is likely that the runoff will undercut the stabilized soil layer and
discharge at a point further down slope.
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Areas where erosion is evident should be repaired and soil binder or other stabilization reapplied, as
needed. Care should be exercised to minimise the damage to protected areas while making repairs.
Most binders biodegrade after exposure to sun, oxidation,heat and biological organisms;therefore,
removal of the soil binder is not typically required.
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Wind Erosion/Dust Control (DC) EC-14
Description
Wind erosion and dust control BMPs
help to keep soil particles from entering tocola
the air as a result of land disturbing
construction activities. These BMPs -
include a variety of practices generally T -
focused on either graded disturbed areas
or construction roadways. For graded
areas,practices such as seeding and
mulching,use of soil binders, site -
watering, or other practices that provide
prompt surface cover should be used.
For construction roadways,road
watering and stabilized surfaces should
be considered. Photograph DC-1. Water truck used for dust suppression. Photo
courtesy of Douglas County.
Appropriate Uses
Dust control measures should be used on any site where dust poses a problem to air quality. Dust control
is important to control for the health of construction workers and surrounding waterbodies.
Design and Installation
The following construction BMPs can be used for dust control:
■ An irrigation/sprinkler system can be used to wet the top layer of disturbed soil to help keep dry soil
particles from becoming airborne.
■ Seeding and mulching can be used to stabilize disturbed surfaces and reduce dust emissions.
■ Protecting existing vegetation can help to slow wind velocities across the ground surface,thereby
limiting the likelihood of soil particles to become airborne.
■ Spray-on soil binders form a bond between soil particles keeping them grounded. Chemical
treatments may require additional permitting requirements. Potential impacts to surrounding
waterways and habitat must be considered prior to use.
■ Placing rock on construction roadways and entrances will help keep dust to a minimum across the
construction site.
■ Wind fences can be installed on site to reduce wind
speeds. Install fences perpendicular to the prevailing Wind Erosion Control/
wind direction for maximum effectiveness. Dust Control
Functions
Maintenance and Removal Erosion Control Yes
When using an irrigation/sprinkler control system to aid in Sediment Control No
dust control,be careful not to overwater. Overwatering will Site/Material Management Moderate
cause construction vehicles to track mud off-site.
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Stockpile Management (SP) MM-2
Description
Stockpile management includes
measures to minimise erosion and
sediment transport from soil stockpiles.
Appropriate Uses
e r
Stockpile management should be used -,
when soils or other erodible materials
are stored at the construction site. ;, `
Special attention should be given to _ ti
stockpiles in close proximity to natural
or manmade storm systems.
Photograph SP-1. A topsoil stockpile that has been partially
Design and Installation revegetated and is protected by silt fence perimeter control.
Locate stockpiles away from all drainage system components including storm sewer inlets. Where
practical,choose stockpile locations that that will remain undisturbed for the longest period of time as the
phases of construction progress. Place sediment control BMPs around the perimeter of the stockpile, such
as sediment control logs,rock socks, silt fence, straw bales and sand bags. See Detail SP-1 for guidance
on proper establishment of perimeter controls around a stockpile. For stockpiles in active use,provide a
stabilized designated access point on the upgradient side of the stockpile.
Stabilize the stockpile surface with surface roughening,temporary seeding and mulching, erosion control
blankets,or soil binders. Soils stockpiled for an extended period(typically for more than 60 days)should
be seeded and mulched with a temporary grass cover once the stockpile is placed(typically within 14
days). Use of mulch only or a soil binder is acceptable if the stockpile will be in place for a more limited
time period(typically 30-60 days). Timeframes for stabilization of stockpiles noted in this fact sheet are
"typical" guidelines. Check permit requirements for specific federal, state,and/or local requirements that
may be more prescriptive.
Stockpiles should not be placed in streets or paved areas unless no other practical alternative exists. See
the Stabilized Staging Area Fact Sheet for guidance when staging in roadways is unavoidable due to
space or right-of-way constraints. For paved areas,rock socks must be used for perimeter control and all
inlets with the potential to receive sediment from the stockpile(even from vehicle tracking)must be
protected.
Maintenance and Removal
Inspect perimeter controls and inlet protection in accordance with their respective BMP Fact Sheets.
Where seeding,mulch and/or soil binders are used,reseeding or reapplication of soil binder may be
necessary.
When temporary removal of a perimeter BMP is necessary Stockpile Management
to access a stockpile, ensure BMPs are reinstalled in Functions
accordance with their respective design detail section. Erosion Control Yes
Sediment Control Yes
Site/Material Management Yes
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When the stockpile is no longer needed,properly dispose of excess materials and revegetate or otherwise
stabilize the ground surface where the stockpile was located.
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SP- 1 . STOCKPILE PROTECTION
STOCKPILE PROTECTION INSTALLATION NOTES
1. SEE PLAN VIEW FOR:
-LOCATION OF STOCKPILES.
-TYPE OF STOCKPILE PROTECTION.
2. INSTALL PERIMETER CONTROLS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THEIR RESPECTIVE DESIGN DETAILS.
SILT FENCE IS SHOWN IN THE STOCKPILE PROTECTION DETAILS; HOWEVER, OTHER TYPES OF
PERIMETER CONTROLS INCLUDING SEDIMENT CONTROL LOGS OR ROCK SOCKS MAY BE
SUITABLE IN SOME CIRCUMSTANCES. CONSIDERATIONS FOR DETERMINING THE APPROPRIATE
TYPE OF PERIMETER CONTROL FOR A STOCKPILE INCLUDE WHETHER THE STOCKPILE IS
LOCATED ON A PERVIOUS OR IMPERVIOUS SURFACE, THE RELATIVE HEIGHTS OF THE
PERIMETER CONTROL AND STOCKPILE, THE ABILITY OF THE PERIMETER CONTROL TO CONTAIN
THE STOCKPILE WITHOUT FAILING IN THE EVENT THAT MATERIAL FROM THE STOCKPILE SHIFTS
OR SLUMPS AGAINST THE PERIMETER, AND OTHER FACTORS.
3. STABILIZE THE STOCKPILE SURFACE WITH SURFACE ROUGHENING, TEMPORARY SEEDING AND
MULCHING, EROSION CONTROL BLANKETS, OR SOIL BINDERS. SOILS STOCKPILED FOR AN
EXTENDED PERIOD (TYPICALLY FOR MORE THAN 60 DAYS) SHOULD BE SEEDED AND MULCHED
WITH A TEMPORARY GRASS COVER ONCE THE STOCKPILE IS PLACED (TYPICALLY WITHIN 14
DAYS). USE OF MULCH ONLY OR A SOIL BINDER IS ACCEPTABLE IF THE STOCKPILE WILL BE
IN PLACE FOR A MORE LIMITED TIME PERIOD (TYPICALLY 30-60 DAYS).
4. FOR TEMPORARY STOCKPILES ON THE INTERIOR PORTION OF A CONSTRUCTION SITE, WHERE
OTHER OOWNGRADIENT CONTROLS, INCLUDING PERIMETER CONTROL, ARE IN PLACE, STOCKPILE
PERIMETER CONTROLS MAY NOT BE REQUIRED.
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STOCKPILE PROTECTION MAINTENANCE NOTES
1. INSPECT BMPs EACH WORKDAY, AND MAINTAIN THEM IN EFFECTIVE OPERATING CONDITION.
MAINTENANCE OF BMPs SHOULD BE PROACTIVE, NOT REACTIVE. INSPECT BMPs AS SOON AS
POSSIBLE (AND ALWAYS WITHIN 24 HOURS) FOLLOWING A STORM THAT CAUSES SURFACE
EROSION, AND PERFORM NECESSARY MAINTENANCE.
2. FREQUENT OBSERVATIONS AND MAINTENANCE ARE NECESSARY TO MAINTAIN BMPs IN
EFFECTIVE OPERATING CONDITION. INSPECTIONS AND CORRECTIVE MEASURES SHOULD BE
DOCUMENTED THOROUGHLY.
3. WHERE BMPs HAVE FAILED, REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT SHOULD BE INITIATED UPON
DISCOVERY OF THE FAILURE.
STOCKPILE PROTECTION MAINTENANCE NOTES
4. IF PERIMETER PROTECTION MUST BE MOVED TO ACCESS SOIL STOCKPILE, REPLACE
PERIMETER CONTROLS BY THE END OF THE WORKDAY.
5. STOCKPILE PERIMETER CONTROLS CAN BE REMOVED ONCE ALL THE MATERIAL FROM THE
STOCKPILE HAS BEEN USED.
(DETAILS ADAPTED FROM PARKER, COLORADO, NOT AVAILABLE IN AUTOCAD)
NOTE: MANY JURISDICTIONS HAVE BMP DETAILS THAT VARY FROM UDFCD STANDARD DETAILS.
CONSULT WITH LOCAL JURISDICTIONS AS TO WHICH DETAIL SHOULD BE USED WHEN
DIFFERENCES ARE NOTED.
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WRAPPED MATERIAL) A DRIVE LANE
SP-2. MATERIALS STAGING IN ROADWAY
MATERIALS STAGING IN ROADWAYS INSTALLATION NOTES
1. SEE PLAN VIEW FOR
-LOCATION OF MATERIAL STAGING AREA(S).
-CONTRACTOR MAY ADJUST LOCATION AND SIZE OF STAGING AREA WITH APPROVAL
FROM THE LOCAL JURISDICTION.
2. FEATURE MUST BE INSTALLED PRIOR TO EXCAVATION, EARTHWORK OR DELIVERY OF
MATERIALS.
3. MATERIALS MUST BE STATIONED ON THE POLY LINER. ANY INCIDENTAL MATERIALS
DEPOSITED ON PAVED SECTION OR ALONG CURB LINE MUST BE CLEANED UP PROMPTLY.
4. POLY LINER AND TARP COVER SHOULD BE OF SIGNIFICANT THICKNESS TO PREVENT
DAMAGE OR LOSS OF INTEGRITY.
5. SAND BAGS MAY BE SUBSTITUTED TO ANCHOR THE COVER TARP OR PROVIDE BERMING
UNDER THE BASE LINER.
6. FEATURE IS NOT INTENDED FOR USE WITH WET MATERIAL THAT WILL BE DRAINING AND/OR
SPREADING OUT ON THE POLY LINER OR FOR DEMOLITION MATERIALS.
7. THIS FEATURE CAN BE USED FOR:
-UTILITY REPAIRS.
-WHEN OTHER STAGING LOCATIONS AND OPTIONS ARE LIMITED.
-OTHER LIMITED APPLICATION AND SHORT DURATION STAGING.
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MATERIALS STAGING IN ROADWAY MAINTENANCE NOTES
1. INSPECT BMPs EACH WORKDAY, AND MAINTAIN THEM IN EFFECTIVE OPERATING CONDITION.
MAINTENANCE OF BMPs SHOULD BE PROACTIVE, NOT REACTIVE. INSPECT BMPs AS SOON AS
POSSIBLE (AND ALWAYS WITHIN 24 HOURS) FOLLOWING A STORM THAT CAUSES SURFACE
EROSION, AND PERFORM NECESSARY MAINTENANCE.
2. FREQUENT OBSERVATIONS AND MAINTENANCE ARE NECESSARY TO MAINTAIN BMPs IN
EFFECTIVE OPERATING CONDITION. INSPECTIONS AND CORRECTIVE MEASURES SHOULD BE
DOCUMENTED THOROUGHLY.
3. WHERE BMPs HAVE FAILED, REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT SHOULD BE INITIATED UPON
DISCOVERY OF THE FAILURE.
4. INSPECT PVC PIPE ALONG CURB LINE FOR CLOGGING AND DEBRIS. REMOVE OBSTRUCTIONS
PROMPTLY.
5. CLEAN MATERIAL FROM PAVED SURFACES BY SWEEPING OR VACUUMING.
NOTE: MANY JURISDICTIONS HAVE BMP DETAILS THAT VARY FROM UDFCD STANDARD DETAILS.
CONSULT WITH LOCAL JURISDICTIONS AS TO WHICH DETAIL SHOULD BE USED WHEN
DIFFERENCES ARE NOTED.
(DETAILS ADAPTED FROM AURORA, COLORADO)
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Good Housekeeping Practices (GH) MM-3
Description =..
Implement construction site good housekeeping practices to _
prevent pollution associated with solid, liquid and hazardous
construction-related materials and wastes. Stormwater
Management Plans (SWMPs)should clearly specify BMPs '
including these good housekeeping practices:
■ Provide for waste management.
■ Establish proper building material staging areas.
■ Designate paint and concrete washout areas.
■ Establish proper equipment/vehicle fueling and
maintenance practices.
■ Control equipment/vehicle washing and allowable non-
stormwater discharges.
■ Develop a spill prevention and response plan.
Acknowledgement: This Fact Sheet is based directly on
EPA guidance provided in Developing Your Stormwater Photographs GH-1 and GH-2. Proper materials
Pollution Prevent Plan(EPA 2007). storage and secondary containment for fuel tanks
are important good housekeeping practices. Photos
Appropriate Uses courtesy of CDOT and City of Aurora.
Good housekeeping practices are necessary at all construction sites.
Design and Installation
The following principles and actions should be addressed in SWMPs:
■ Provide for Waste Management. Implement management procedures and practices to prevent or
reduce the exposure and transport of pollutants in stormwater from solid, liquid and sanitary wastes
that will be generated at the site. Practices such as trash disposal,recycling,proper material handling,
and cleanup measures can reduce the potential for stormwater runoff to pick up construction site
wastes and discharge them to surface waters. Implement a comprehensive set of waste-management
practices for hazardous or toxic materials, such as paints, solvents,petroleum products,pesticides,
wood preservatives, acids,roofing tar, and other materials. Practices should include storage,
handling, inventory,and cleanup procedures,in case of spills. Specific practices that should be
considered include:
Solid or Construction Waste Good Housekeeping
o Designate trash and bulk waste-collection areas on- Functions
site. Erosion Control No
Sediment Control No
Site/Material Management Yes
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o Recycle materials whenever possible(e.g.,paper,wood, concrete, oil).
o Segregate and provide proper disposal options for hazardous material wastes.
o Clean up litter and debris from the construction site daily.
o Locate waste-collection areas away from streets, gutters,watercourses, and storm drams. Waste-
collection areas(dumpsters, and such)are often best located near construction site entrances to
minimize traffic on disturbed soils. Consider secondary containment around waste collection
areas to minimize the likelihood of contaminated discharges.
o Empty waste containers before they are full and overflowing.
Sanitary and Septic Waste
o Provide convenient,well-maintained, and properly located toilet facilities on-site.
o Locate toilet facilities away from storm drain inlets and waterways to prevent accidental spills
and contamination of stormwater.
o Maintain clean restroom facilities and empty portable toilets regularly.
o Where possible,provide secondary containment pans under portable toilets.
o Provide tie-downs or stake-downs for portable toilets.
o Educate employees, subcontractors,and suppliers on locations of facilities.
o Treat or dispose of sanitary and septic waste in accordance with state or local regulations. Do not
discharge or bury wastewater at the construction site.
o Inspect facilities for leaks. If found,repair or replace immediately.
o Special care is necessary during maintenance(pump out)to ensure that waste and/or biocide are
not spilled on the ground.
Hazardous Materials and Wastes
o Develop and implement employee and
subcontractor education, as needed, on
hazardous and toxic waste handling,
storage, disposal,and cleanup. ,
o Designate hazardous waste-collection j
areas on-site.
o Place all hazardous and toxic material
wastes in secondary containment.
Photograph GH-3. Locate portable toilet facilities on level
surfaces away from waterways and storm drains. Photo
courtesy of WWE.
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o Hazardous waste containers should be inspected to ensure that all containers are labeled properly
and that no leaks are present.
■ Establish Proper Building Material Handling and Staging Areas. The SWMP should include
comprehensive handling and management procedures for building materials,especially those that are
hazardous or toxic. Paints, solvents,pesticides,fuels and oils, other hazardous materials or building
materials that have the potential to contaminate stormwater should be stored indoors or under cover
whenever possible or in areas with secondary containment. Secondary containment measures prevent
a spill from spreading across the site and may include dikes,berms, curbing, or other containment
methods. Secondary containment techniques should also ensure the protection of groundwater.
Designate staging areas for activities such as fueling vehicles,mixing paints,plaster,mortar,and
other potential pollutants. Designated staging areas enable easier monitoring of the use of materials
and clean up of spills. Training employees and subcontractors is essential to the success of this
pollution prevention principle. Consider the following specific materials handling and staging
practices:
o Train employees and subcontractors in proper handling and storage practices.
o Clearly designate site areas for staging and storage with signs and on construction drawings.
Staging areas should be located in areas central to the construction site. Segment the staging area
into sub-areas designated for vehicles, equipment, or stockpiles. Construction entrances and exits
should be clearly marked so that delivery vehicles enter/exit through stabilized areas with vehicle
tracking controls(See Vehicle Tracking Control Fact Sheet).
o Provide storage in accordance with Spill Protection, Control and Countermeasures(SPCC)
requirements and plans and provide cover and impermeable perimeter control, as necessary, for
hazardous materials and contaminated soils that must be stored on site.
o Ensure that storage containers are regularly inspected for leaks, corrosion, support or foundation
failure, or other signs of deterioration and tested for soundness.
o Reuse and recycle construction materials when possible.
■ Designate Concrete Washout Areas. Concrete contractors should be encouraged to use the washout
facilities at their own plants or dispatch facilities when feasible;however, concrete washout
commonly occurs on construction sites. If it is necessary to provide for concrete washout areas on-
site, designate specific washout areas and design facilities to handle anticipated washout water.
Washout areas should also be provided for paint and stucco operations. Because washout areas can
be a source of pollutants from leaks or spills, care must be taken with regard to their placement and
proper use. See the Concrete Washout Area Fact Sheet for detailed guidance.
Both self-constructed and prefabricated washout containers can fill up quickly when concrete,paint,
and stucco work are occurring on large portions of the site. Be sure to check for evidence that
contractors are using the washout areas and not dumping materials onto the ground or into drainage
facilities. If the washout areas are not being used regularly, consider posting additional signage,
relocating the facilities to more convenient locations,or providing training to workers and
contractors.
When concrete,paint,or stucco is part of the construction process, consider these practices which will
help prevent contamination of stormwater. Include the locations of these areas and the maintenance
and inspection procedures in the SWMP.
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o Do not washout concrete trucks or equipment into storm drains, streets, gutters,uncontained
areas, or streams. Only use designated washout areas.
o Establish washout areas and advertise their locations with signs. Ensure that signage remains in
good repair.
o Provide adequate containment for the amount of wash water that will be used.
o Inspect washout structures daily to detect leaks or tears and to identify when materials need to be
removed.
o Dispose of materials properly. The preferred method is to allow the water to evaporate and to
recycle the hardened concrete. Full service companies may provide dewatering services and
should dispose of wastewater properly. Concrete wash water can be highly polluted. It should
not be discharged to any surface water,storm sewer system, or allowed to infiltrate into the
ground in the vicinity of waterbodies. Washwater should not be discharged to a sanitary sewer
system without first receiving written permission from the system operator.
■ Establish Proper Equipment/Vehicle Fueling and Maintenance Practices. Create a clearly
designated on-site fueling and maintenance area that is clean and dry. The on-site fueling area should
have a spill kit,and staff should know how to use it. If possible, conduct vehicle fueling and
maintenance activities in a covered area. Consider the following practices to help prevent the
discharge of pollutants to stormwater from equipment/vehicle fueling and maintenance. Include the
locations of designated fueling and maintenance areas and inspection and maintenance procedures in
the SWMP.
o Train employees and subcontractors in proper fueling procedures(stay with vehicles during
fueling,proper use of pumps, emergency shutoff valves, etc.).
o Inspect on-site vehicles and equipment regularly for leaks, equipment damage,and other service
problems.
o Clearly designate vehicle/equipment service areas away from drainage facilities and watercourses
to prevent stormwater run-on and runoff.
o Use drip pans,drip cloths,or absorbent pads when replacing spent fluids.
o Collect all spent fluids, store in appropriate labeled containers in the proper storage areas, and
recycle fluids whenever possible.
■ Control Equipment/Vehicle Washing and Allowable Non-Stormwater Discharges. Implement
practices to prevent contamination of surface and groundwater from equipment and vehicle wash
water. Representative practices include:
o Educate employees and subcontractors on proper washing procedures.
o Use off-site washing facilities,when available.
o Clearly mark the washing areas and inform workers that all washing must occur in this area.
o Contain wash water and treat it using BMPs. Infiltrate washwater when possible,but maintain
separation from drainage paths and waterbodies.
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o Use high-pressure water spray at vehicle washing facilities without detergents. Water alone can
remove most dirt adequately.
o Do not conduct other activities, such as vehicle repairs,in the wash area.
o Include the location of the washing facilities and the inspection and maintenance procedures in
the SWMP.
■ Develop a Spill Prevention and Response Plan. Spill prevention and response procedures must be
identified in the SWMP. Representative procedures include identifying ways to reduce the chance of
spills, stop the source of spills,contain and clean up spills, dispose of materials contaminated by
spills,and train personnel responsible for spill prevention and response. The plan should also specify
material handling procedures and storage requirements and ensure that clear and concise spill cleanup
procedures are provided and posted for areas in which spills may potentially occur. When developing
a spill prevention plan, include the following:
o Note the locations of chemical storage areas,storm drains,tributary drainage areas, surface
waterbodies on or near the site, and measures to stop spills from leaving the site.
o Provide proper handling and safety procedures for each type of waste. Keep Material Safety Data
Sheets(MSDSs)for chemical used on site with the SWMP.
o Establish an education program for employees and subcontractors on the potential hazards to
humans and the environment from spills and leaks.
o Specify how to notify appropriate authorities, such as police and fire departments,hospitals, or
municipal sewage treatment facilities to request assistance. Emergency procedures and contact
numbers should be provided in the SWMP and posted at storage locations.
o Describe the procedures, equipment and materials for immediate cleanup of spills and proper
disposal.
o Identify personnel responsible for implementing the plan in the event of a spill. Update the spill
prevention plan and clean up materials as changes occur to the types of chemicals stored and used
at the facility.
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Spill Prevention, Control,and Countermeasure(SPCC)Plan
Construction sites may be subject to 40 CFR Part 112 regulations that require the preparation and
implementation of a SPCC Plan to prevent oil spills from aboveground and underground storage tanks.
The facility is subject to this rule if it is a non-transportation-related facility that:
■ Has a total storage capacity greater than 1,320 gallons or a completely buried storage capacity
greater than 42,000 gallons.
■ Could reasonably be expected to discharge oil in quantities that may be harmful to navigable waters
of the United States and adjoining shorelines.
Furthermore, if the facility is subject to 40 CFR Part 112, the SWAP should reference the SPCC Plan.
To find out more about SPCC Plans,see EPA's website on SPPC at www.cpa. ovg /oilspiu/spce.htm.
Reporting Oil Spills
In the event of an oil spill,contact the National Response Center toll free at 1-800-424-8802 for
assistance, or for more details,visit their website: www.nrc.uscg.mil.
Maintenance and Removal
Effective implementation of good housekeeping practices is dependent on clear designation of personnel
responsible for supervising and implementing good housekeeping programs, such as site cleanup and
disposal of trash and debris,hazardous material management and disposal,vehicle and equipment
maintenance, and other practices. Emergency response "drills"may aid in emergency preparedness.
Checklists may be helpful in good housekeeping efforts.
Staging and storage areas require permanent stabilization when the areas are no longer being used for
construction-related activities.
Construction-related materials, debris and waste must be removed from the construction site once
construction is complete.
Design Details
See the following Fact Sheets for related Design Details:
MM-1 Concrete Washout Area
MM-2 Stockpile Management
SM-4 Vehicle Tracking Control
Design details are not necessary for other good housekeeping practices;however,be sure to designate
where specific practices will occur on the appropriate construction drawings.
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Silt Fence (SF) SC-1
Description
A silt fence is a woven geotextile fabric
attached to wooden posts and trenched
into the ground. It is designed as a
sediment barrier to intercept sheet flow
runoff from disturbed areas.
Appropriate Uses ` - - -
A silt fence can be used where runoff is
conveyed from a disturbed area as sheet
flow. Silt fence is not designed to
receive concentrated flow or to be used
as a filter fabric. Typical uses include:
■ Down slope of a disturbed area to
accept sheet flow. Photograph SF-1. Silt fence creates a sediment barrier,forcing
sheet flow runoff to evaporate or infiltrate.
■ Along the perimeter of a receiving
water such as a stream,pond or
wetland.
■ At the perimeter of a construction site.
Design and Installation
Silt fence should be installed along the contour of slopes so that it intercepts sheet flow. The maximum
recommended tributary drainage area per 100 lineal feet of silt fence,installed along the contour,is
approximately 0.25 acres with a disturbed slope length of up to 150 feet and a tributary slope gradient no
steeper than 3:1. Longer and steeper slopes require additional measures. This recommendation only
applies to silt fence installed along the contour. Silt fence installed for other uses, such as perimeter
control, should be installed in a way that will not produce concentrated flows. For example,a"J-hook"
installation may be appropriate to force runoff to pond and evaporate or infiltrate in multiple areas rather
than concentrate and cause erosive conditions parallel to the silt fence.
See Detail SF-1 for proper silt fence installation,which involves proper trenching, staking, securing the
fabric to the stakes, and backfilling the silt fence. Properly installed silt fence should not be easily pulled
out by hand and there should be no gaps between the ground and the fabric.
Silt fence must meet the minimum allowable strength requirements, depth of installation requirement,and
other specifications in the design details. Improper installation
of silt fence is a common reason for silt fence failure;however, Silt Fence
when properly installed and used for the appropriate purposes, it Functions
can be highly effective.
Erosion Control No
Sediment Control Yes
Site/Material Management No
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Maintenance and Removal
Inspection of silt fence includes observing the
material for tears or holes and checking for slumping
fence and undercut areas bypassing flows. Repair of
silt fence typically involves replacing the damaged
section with a new section. Sediment accumulated
behind silt fence should be removed,as needed to
maintain BMP effectiveness,typically before it
reaches a depth of 6 inches.
Silt fence may be removed when the upstream area
has reached final stabilization. ,.:
Photograph SF-2. When silt fence is not installed along
the contour,a"J-hook"installation may be appropriate
to ensure that the BMP does not create concentrated
flow parallel to the silt fence. Photo courtesy of Tom
Gore.
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SF SF -SF 1 Y2" X i i2u SF
'RECOMMENDED, WOODEN
FENCE POST WITH 10' MAX
SPACING
SILT FENCE
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OF SILT FENCE
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BURIED
SILT FENCE
POSTS SHALL OVERLAP
AT JOINTS SO THAT NO GAPS
JOIN EXIST IN SILT FENCE
FIRST
ROTATE
SECOND CZ=Z=Ell
POSTS SHALL BE JOINED AS
SHOWN, THEN ROTATED 180 DEG. THICKNESS OF GEOTEXTILE HAS
IN DIRECTION SHOWN AND DRIVEN BEEN EXAGGERATED, TYP
INTO THE GROUND
SECTION A
SF- 1 . SILT FENCE
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SILT FENCE INSTALLATION NOTES
1. SILT FENCE MUST BE PLACED AWAY FROM THE TOE OF THE SLOPE TO ALLOW FOR WATER
PONDING. SILT FENCE AT THE TOE OF A SLOPE SHOULD BE INSTALLED IN A FLAT LOCATION
AT LEAST SEVERAL FEET (2-5 FT) FROM THE TOE OF THE SLOPE TO ALLOW ROOM FOR
PONDING AND DEPOSITION.
2. A UNIFORM 6" X 4" ANCHOR TRENCH SHALL BE EXCAVATED USING TRENCHER OR SILT
FENCE INSTALLATION DEVICE. NO ROAD GRADERS, BACKHOES, OR SIMILAR EQUIPMENT SHALL
BE USED.
3. COMPACT ANCHOR TRENCH BY HAND WITH A "JUMPING JACK" OR BY WHEEL ROLLING.
COMPACTION SHALL BE SUCH THAT SILT FENCE RESISTS BEING PULLED OUT OF ANCHOR
TRENCH BY HAND.
4. SILT FENCE SHALL BE PULLED TIGHT AS IT IS ANCHORED TO THE STAKES. THERE SHOULD
BE NO NOTICEABLE SAG BETWEEN STAKES AFTER IT HAS BEEN ANCHORED TO THE STAKES.
5. SILT FENCE FABRIC SHALL BE ANCHORED TO THE STAKES USING 1" HEAVY DUTY STAPLES
OR NAILS WITH 1" HEADS. STAPLES AND NAILS SHOULD BE PLACED 3" ALONG THE FABRIC
DOWN THE STAKE.
6. AT THE END OF A RUN OF SILT FENCE ALONG A CONTOUR, THE SILT FENCE SHOULD BE
TURNED PERPENDICULAR TO THE CONTOUR TO CREATE A "J—HOOK." THE "J—HOOK"
EXTENDING PERPENDICULAR TO THE CONTOUR SHOULD BE OF SUFFICIENT LENGTH TO KEEP
RUNOFF FROM FLOWING AROUND THE END OF THE SILT FENCE (TYPICALLY 10' — 20').
7. SILT FENCE SHALL BE INSTALLED PRIOR TO ANY LAND DISTURBING ACTIVITIES.
SILT FENCE MAINTENANCE NOTES
1. INSPECT BMPs EACH WORKDAY, AND MAINTAIN THEM IN EFFECTIVE OPERATING CONDITION.
MAINTENANCE OF BMPs SHOULD BE PROACTIVE, NOT REACTIVE. INSPECT BMPs AS SOON AS
POSSIBLE (AND ALWAYS WITHIN 24 HOURS) FOLLOWING A STORM THAT CAUSES SURFACE
EROSION, AND PERFORM NECESSARY MAINTENANCE.
2. FREQUENT OBSERVATIONS AND MAINTENANCE ARE NECESSARY TO MAINTAIN BMPs IN
EFFECTIVE OPERATING CONDITION. INSPECTIONS AND CORRECTIVE MEASURES SHOULD BE
DOCUMENTED THOROUGHLY.
3. WHERE BMPs HAVE FAILED, REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT SHOULD BE INITIATED UPON
DISCOVERY OF THE FAILURE.
4. SEDIMENT ACCUMULATED UPSTREAM OF THE SILT FENCE SHALL BE REMOVED AS NEEDED
TO MAINTAIN THE FUNCTIONALITY OF THE BMP, TYPICALLY WHEN DEPTH OF ACCUMULATED
SEDIMENTS IS APPROXIMATELY 6".
5. REPAIR OR REPLACE SILT FENCE WHEN THERE ARE SIGNS OF WEAR, SUCH AS SAGGING,
TEARING, OR COLLAPSE.
6. SILT FENCE IS TO REMAIN IN PLACE UNTIL THE UPSTREAM DISTURBED AREA IS STABILIZED
AND APPROVED BY THE LOCAL JURISDICTION, OR IS REPLACED BY AN EQUIVALENT PERIMETER
SEDIMENT CONTROL BMP.
7. WHEN SILT FENCE IS REMOVED, ALL DISTURBED AREAS SHALL BE COVERED WITH TOPSOIL,
SEEDED AND MULCHED OR OTHERWISE STABILIZED AS APPROVED BY LOCAL JURISDICTION.
(DETAIL ADAPTED FROM TOWN OF PARKER, COLORADO AND CITY OF AURORA, NOT AVAILABLE IN AUTOCAD)
NOTE: MANY JURISDICTIONS HAVE BMP DETAILS THAT VARY FROM UDFCD STANDARD DETAILS.
CONSULT WITH LOCAL JURISDICTIONS AS TO WHICH DETAIL SHOULD BE USED WHEN
DIFFERENCES ARE NOTED.
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Description
A sediment control log is a linear roll
made of natural materials such as
so
straw, coconut fiber, or other fibrous
material trenched into the ground and
held with a wooden stake. Sediment
control logs are also often referred to
as "straw wattles." They are used as a 4 -
sediment barrier to intercept sheet flow
runoff from disturbed areas.
Appropriate Uses
Sediment control logs can be used in
the following applications to trap _
sediment:
■ As perimeter control for stockpiles
and the site.
■ As part of inlet protection designs.
■ As check dams in small drainage
ditches. (Sediment control logs
are not intended for use in
channels with high flow
velocities.) Photographs SCL-1 and SCL-2. Sediment control logs used as 1)a
perimeter control around a soil stockpile;and,2)as a'Thook"
■ On disturbed slopes to shorten flow perimeter control at the comer of a construction site.
lengths(as an erosion control).
■ As part of multi-layered perimeter control along a receiving water such as a stream,pond or wetland.
Sediment control logs work well in combination with other layers of erosion and sediment controls.
Design and Installation
Sediment control logs should be installed along the contour to avoid concentrating flows. The maximum
allowable tributary drainage area per 100 lineal feet of sediment control log, installed along the contour,is
approximately 0.25 acres with a disturbed slope length of up to 150 feet and a tributary slope gradient no
steeper than 3:1. Longer and steeper slopes require additional measures. This recommendation only
applies to sediment control logs installed along the contour. When installed for other uses, such as
perimeter control,it should be installed in a way that will not
produce concentrated flows. For example, a"J-hook" Sediment Control Lo
installation may be appropriate to force runoff to pond and Functions
evaporate or infiltrate in multiple areas rather than concentrate Erosion Control Moderate
and cause erosive conditions parallel to the BMP.
Sediment Control Yes
Site/Material Management No
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SC-2 Sediment Control Log (SCL)
Although sediment control logs initially allow runoff to flow through the BMP,they can quickly become
a barrier and should be installed is if they are impermeable.
Design details and notes for sediment control logs are provided in Detail SCL-1. Sediment logs must be
properly trenched and staked into the ground to prevent undercutting,bypassing and displacement. When
installed on slopes, sediment control logs should be installed along the contours (i.e.,perpendicular to
flow).
Improper installation can lead to poor performance. Be sure that sediment control logs are properly
trenched,anchored and tightly jointed.
Maintenance and Removal
Be aware that sediment control logs will eventually degrade. Remove accumulated sediment before the
depth is one-half the height of the sediment log and repair damage to the sediment log,typically by
replacing the damaged section.
Once the upstream area is stabilized,remove and properly dispose of the logs. Areas disturbed beneath
the logs may need to be seeded and mulched. Sediment control logs that are biodegradable may
occasionally be left in place(e.g.,when logs are used in conjunction with erosion control blankets as
permanent slope breaks). However,removal of sediment control logs after final stabilization is typically
recommended when used in perimeter control,inlet protection and check dam applications.
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SCL
A
1Y2" x 1Yz" x 18" {MIN)
WOODEN STAKE
9" DIAMETER (MIN)
} SEDIMENT CONTROL LOG
L 3 4' MAX.
CENTER
6"
Ys DIAM. �\������j�
FLOW OF SCL
{TYP j�/ `y�j � .
y\\\0\\�\v�� NOTE: LARGER
DIAM. SC /�\ DIAMETER SEDIMENT
x/ � ���� CONTROL LOGS MAY
NEED BE
EMBEDDED DEEPER.
0/10
SEDIMENT CONTROL LOG
CENTER STAKE IN CONTROL LOG
COMPACTED EXCAVATED 3 9" DIAMETER (MIN)
TRENCH SOIL SEDIMENT CONTROL LOG
FLOW Ys DIAM. SCL (TYP.)
6"
SECTION A
12" OVERLAP
1Y2" x 1Y" x 18" (MIN)
WOODEN STAKE
i
9" DIAMETER (MIN)
SEDIMENT CONTROL LOG
SEDIMENT CONTROL LOG JOINTS
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COMPACTED EXCAVATED 3" � � CENTER STAKE IN CONTROL LOG
TRENCH SOIL 9" DIAMETER (MIN)
SEDIMENT CONTROL LOG
FLOW ---� PLACE LOG AGAINST BACK OF CURB
Y3 DIAM. SCL (TYP.)
6" MIN.
SCL-2. SEDIMENT CONTROL LOG AT BACK OF CURB
CENTER STAKE
IN CONTROL LOG
3 9" DIAMETER (MIN)
SEDIMENT CONTROL LOG TREE LAWN (TYPICAL)
Ya DIAM. SCL (TYP.) CURB
FLOW
/ Rq
SCL-3. SEDIMENT CONTROL LOG AT SIDEWALK WITH
TREE LAWN
STAKING AT 4' MAX.
ON CENTER (TYP.}
VERTICAL SPACING
VARIES DEPENDING
ON SLOPE
CONTINUOUS SCL
AT PERIMETER OF
CONSTRUCTION SITE
SCL-4. SEDIMENT CONTROL LOGS TO CONTROL
SLOPE LENGTH
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SEDIMENT CONTROL LOG INSTALLATION NOTES
1. SEE PLAN VIEW FOR LOCATION AND LENGTH OF SEDIMENT CONTROL LOGS.
2. SEDIMENT CONTROL LOGS THAT ACT AS A PERIMETER CONTROL SHALL BE INSTALLED PRIOR
TO ANY UPGRADIENT LAND—DISTURBING ACTIVITIES.
3. SEDIMENT CONTROL LOGS SHALL CONSIST OF STRAW, COMPOST, EXCELSIOR OR COCONUT
FIBER, AND SHALL BE FREE OF ANY NOXIOUS WEED SEEDS OR DEFECTS INCLUDING RIPS,
HOLES AND OBVIOUS WEAR.
4. SEDIMENT CONTROL LOGS MAY BE USED AS SMALL CHECK DAMS IN DITCHES AND SWALES.
HOWEVER, THEY SHOULD NOT BE USED IN PERENNIAL STREAMS OR HIGH VELOCITY DRAINAGE
WAYS.
5. IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT SEDIMENT CONTROL LOGS BE TRENCHED INTO THE GROUND TO
A DEPTH OF APPROXIMATELY Y3 OF THE DIAMETER OF THE LOG. IF TRENCHING TO THIS
DEPTH IS NOT FEASIBLE AND/OR DESIRABLE (SHORT TERM INSTALLATION WITH DESIRE NOT TO
DAMAGE LANDSCAPE) A LESSER TRENCHING DEPTH MAY BE ACCEPTABLE WITH MORE ROBUST
STAKING
6. THE UPHILL SIDE OF THE SEDIMENT CONTROL LOG SHALL BE BACKFILLED WITH SOIL THAT
IS FREE OF ROCKS AND DEBRIS. THE SOIL SHALL BE TIGHTLY COMPACTED INTO THE SHAPE
OF A RIGHT TRIANGLE USING A SHOVEL OR WEIGHTED LAWN ROLLER.
7. FOLLOW MANUFACTURERS' GUIDANCE FOR STAKING. IF MANUFACTURERS' INSTRUCTIONS
DO NOT SPECIFY SPACING, STAKES SHALL BE PLACED ON 4' CENTERS AND EMBEDDED A
MINIMUM OF 6" INTO THE GROUND. 3" OF THE STAKE SHALL PROTRUDE FROM THE TOP OF
THE LOG. STAKES THAT ARE BROKEN PRIOR TO INSTALLATION SHALL BE REPLACED.
SEDIMENT CONTROL LOG MAINTENANCE NOTES
1. INSPECT BMPs EACH WORKDAY, AND MAINTAIN THEM IN EFFECTIVE OPERATING CONDITION.
MAINTENANCE OF BMPs SHOULD BE PROACTIVE, NOT REACTIVE. INSPECT BMPs AS SOON AS
POSSIBLE (AND ALWAYS WITHIN 24 HOURS) FOLLOWING A STORM THAT CAUSES SURFACE
EROSION, AND PERFORM NECESSARY MAINTENANCE.
2. FREQUENT OBSERVATIONS AND MAINTENANCE ARE NECESSARY TO MAINTAIN BMPS IN
EFFECTIVE OPERATING CONDITION. INSPECTIONS AND CORRECTIVE MEASURES SHOULD BE
DOCUMENTED THOROUGHLY.
3. WHERE BMPs HAVE FAILED, REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT SHOULD BE INITIATED UPON
DISCOVERY OF THE FAILURE.
4. SEDIMENT ACCUMULATED UPSTREAM OF SEDIMENT CONTROL LOG SHALL BE REMOVED AS
NEEDED TO MAINTAIN FUNCTIONALITY OF THE BMP, TYPICALLY WHEN DEPTH OF ACCUMULATED
SEDIMENTS IS APPROXIMATELY h OF THE HEIGHT OF THE SEDIMENT CONTROL LOG.
5. SEDIMENT CONTROL LOG SHALL BE REMOVED AT THE END OF CONSTRUCTION. IF
DISTURBED AREAS EXIST AFTER REMOVAL, THEY SHALL BE COVERED WITH TOP SOIL, SEEDED
AND MULCHED OR OTHERWISE STABILIZED IN A MANNER APPROVED BY THE LOCAL
JURISDICTION.
(DETAILS ADAPTED FROM TOWN OF PARKER, COLORADO. AFFERSON COUNTY, COLORADO, DOUGLAS COUNTY, COLORADO,
AND CITY OF AURORA, COLORADO, NOT AVAILABLE IN AUTOCAD)
NOTE: MANY JURISDICTIONS HAVE BMP DETAILS THAT VARY FROM UDFCD STANDARD DETAILS.
CONSULT WITH LOCAL JURISDICTIONS AS TO WHICH DETAIL SHOULD BE USED WHEN
DIFFERENCES ARE NOTED.
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Vehicle Tracking Control (VTC) SM-4
Description -
Vehicle tracking controls provide
stabilized construction site access where
vehicles exit the site onto paved public
roads. An effective vehicle tracking
control helps remove sediment(mud or -�
dirt)from vehicles,reducing tracking onto
the paved surface. -
Appropriate Uses `��
Implement a stabilized construction
entrance or vehicle tracking control where Photograph VTC-1. A vehicle tracking control pad constructed with
frequent heavy vehicle traffic exits the properly sized rock reduces off-site sediment tracking.
construction site onto a paved roadway. An
effective vehicle tracking control is
particularly important during the following conditions:
■ Wet weather periods when mud is easily tracked off site.
■ During dry weather periods where dust is a concern.
■ When poorly drained,clayey soils are present on site.
Although wheel washes are not required in designs of vehicle tracking controls,they may be needed at
particularly muddy sites.
Design and Installation
Construct the vehicle tracking control on a level surface. Where feasible, grade the tracking control
towards the construction site to reduce off-site runoff. Place signage, as needed,to direct construction
vehicles to the designated exit through the vehicle tracking control. There are several different types of
stabilized construction entrances including:
VTC-1. Aggregate Vehicle Tracking Control. This is a coarse-aggregate surfaced pad underlain by a
geotextile. This is the most common vehicle tracking control,and when properly maintained can be
effective at removing sediment from vehicle tires.
VTC-2. Vehicle Tracking Control with Construction Mat or Turf Reinforcement Mat. This type of
control may be appropriate for site access at very small construction sites with low traffic volume over
vegetated areas. Although this application does not typically remove sediment from vehicles,it helps
protect existing vegetation and provides a stabilized entrance.
Vehicle Tracking Control
Functions
Erosion Control Moderate
Sediment Control Yes
Site/Material Management Yes
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VTC-3. Stabilized Construction Entrance/Exit with Wheel Wash. This is an aggregate pad, similar
to VTC-1,but includes equipment for tire washing. The wheel wash equipment may be as simple as
hand-held power washing equipment to more advance proprietary systems. When a wheel wash is
provided,it is important to direct wash water to a sediment trap prior to discharge from the site.
Vehicle tracking controls are sometimes installed in combination with a sediment trap to treat runoff.
Maintenance and Removal
Inspect the area for degradation and
replace aggregate or material used fora ,_
stabilized entrance/exit as needed. If the
area becomes clogged and ponds water,
remove and dispose of excess sediment
or replace material with a fresh layer of
aggregate as necessary.
With aggregate vehicle tracking controls,
ensure rock and debris from this area do
not enter the public right-of-way.
Remove sediment that is tracked onto the
public right of way daily or more y
frequently as needed. Excess sedimentIry
in the roadway indicates that the
stabilized construction entrance needs
maintenance. Photograph VTC-2. A vehicle tracking control pad with wheel wash
facility. Photo courtesy of Tom Gore.
Ensure that drainage ditches at the
entrance/exit area remain clear.
A stabilized entrance should be removed only when there is no longer the potential for vehicle tracking to
occur. This is typically after the site has been stabilized.
When wheel wash equipment is used,be sure that the wash water is discharged to a sediment trap prior to
discharge. Also inspect channels conveying the water from the wash area to the sediment trap and
stabilize areas that may be eroding.
When a construction entrance/exit is removed, excess sediment from the aggregate should be removed
and disposed of appropriately. The entrance should be promptly stabilized with a permanent surface
following removal,typically by paving.
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t: VTC
20 FOOT
(WIDTH CAN BE
LESS IF CONST.
VEHICLES ARE
PHYSICALLY
CONFINED ON
BOTH SIDES)
SIDEWALK OR OTHER 50 FOOT (MIN.)
PAVED SURFACE
u
9" (MIN.)
f
PUBLIC UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED
ROADWAY BY LOCAL JURISDICTION, USE
CDOT SECT. #703, AASHTO #3
COARSE AGGREGATE OR 6"
MINUS ROCK
NON-WOVEN GEOTEXTILE FABRIC
BETWEEN SOIL AND ROCK
UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED BY LOCAL
INSTALL ROCK FLUSH WITH JURISDICTION, USE CDOT SECT. #703, AASHTO
OR BELOW TOP OF PAVEMENT #3 COARSE AGGREGATE
OR 6" MINUS ROCK F 9„ (MIN.)
i I 7 -
NON-WOVEN GEOTEXTILE
FABRIC
COMPACTED SUBGRADE SECTION A
VTC- 1 . AGGREGATE VEHICLE TRACKING CONTROL
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TC
{ WW
DITCH TO CARRY
WASH WATER TO
SEDIMENT TRAP
OR BASIN i
A /
PUBLIC
ROADWAY t /
n
NOTE: WASH WATER
MAY NOT CONTAIN
CHEMICALS OR SOAPS
WITHOUT OBTAINING
A SEPARATE PERMIT WASH RACK
6'7" MIN.
REINFORCED CONCRETE RA K r
(MAY SUBSTITUTE STEEL CATTLE DRAIN SPACE
GUARD FOR CONCRETE RACK)
SECTION A
VTC-2. AGGREGATE VEHICLE TRACKING CONTROL WITH
WAS H RAC K
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VTC/ VTC/
CM TR
DISTURBED AREA,
CONSTRUCTION SITE,
STABILIZED STORAGE AREA
10% MAX, OR STAGING AREA
O O O
EXISTING 12' MIN
PAVED CONSTRUCTION MATS, WOVEN OR TRM
ROADWAY
50' MIN
I S" MIN
(No SPIKES OR
c� STAKES
`L;�����'�Z TRM END OVERLAP WITH
} �p�JpJ��O SPIKES OR STAKES
3 Q,OJc���G��� CONSTRUCTION MATS, WOVEN
OR TURF REINFORCEMENT STRAP
MAT (TRM) CONNECTORS
CONSTRUCTION MAT END
n¢ RESTRICT CONST. VEHICLE OVERLAP INTERLOCK WITH
c�
ACCESS TO SIDES OF MAT STRAP CONNECTORS
z
20' OR AS REQUIRED
TO ACCOMMODATE
ANTICIPATED
TRAFFIC (WIDTH
CAN BE LESS IF
CONST. VEHICLES
ARE PHYSICALLY
CONFINED ON BOTH
SIDES)
VTC-3. VEHICLE TRACKING CONTROL WZ CONSTRUCTION
MAT OR TURF REINFORCEMENT MAT (TRM)
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APPENDIX D
CITY OF FORT COLLINS DUST PREVENTION AND CONTROL MANUAL
Adopted by Ordinance No. 44, 2016
Dust Prevention and Control Manual
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CONTENTS
1.0 Introduction 1
1.1 Title 1
1.2 Purpose of Manual 1
1.3 Applicability 1
1.4 Definitions 2
2.0 Fugitive Dust and the Problems it Causes 5
2.1 What is Fugitive Dust, Generally? 5
2.2 Why is the City Addressing Fugitive Dust? 5
2.3 Health and Environmental Effects 6
2.4 Nuisance and Aesthetics 6
2.5 Safety Hazard and Visibility 6
3.0 Best Management Practices 7
3.1 Earthmoving Activities 8
3.2 Demolition and Renovation 10
3.3 Stockpiles 12
3.4 Street Sweeping 14
3.5 Track-out / Carry-out 15
3.6 Bulk Materials Transport 16
3.7 Unpaved Roads and Haul Roads 18
3.8 Parking Lots 19
3.9 Open Areas and Vacant Lots 21
3.10 Saw Cutting and Grinding 22
3.11 Abrasive Blasting 24
3.12 Mechanical Blowing 26
4.0 Dust Control Plan for Land Development Greater Than Five Acres 28
Dust Prevention and Control Checklist 31
5.0 Resources 32
5.1 Cross Reference to Codes, Standards, Regulations, and Policies 32
5.2 City of Fort Collins Manuals and Policies 35
5.3 References for Dust Control 35
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1.0 Introduction
1.1 Title
The contents of this document shall be known as the Dust Prevention and Control Manual (“the
Manual”).
1.2 Purpose of Manual
The purpose of the Manual is to establish minimum requirements consistent with nationally recognized
best management practices for controlling fugitive dust emissions and to describe applicable best
management practices to prevent, minimize, and mitigate off-property transport or off-vehicle transport
of fugitive dust emissions pursuant to Chapter 12, Article X of the Fort Collins City Code (§§12-150 et.
seq) for specific dust generating activities and sources.
The purpose of Chapter 12, Article X of the Code is to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the
public, including prevention of adverse impacts to human health, property, sensitive vegetation and
areas, waters of the state, and other adverse environmental impacts and to prevent visibility
impairment and safety hazards caused by emissions of particulate matter into the air from human
activities.
1.3 Applicability
This Manual applies to any person who conducts, or is an owner or operator of, a dust generating
activity or source, as defined in the Code and described in this Manual, within the City of Fort Collins,
subject to the exclusion set forth in Code §12-150(b)(3).
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1.4 Definitions
Abrasive blasting shall mean a process to
smooth rough surfaces; roughen smooth
surfaces; and remove paint, dirt, grease, and
other coatings from surfaces. Abrasive blasting
media may consist of sand; glass, plastic or
metal beads; aluminum oxide; corn cobs; or
other materials.
Additional best management practice shall
mean using at least one additional measure if
the required best management practices are
ineffective at preventing off-property transport
of particulate matter.
Additional requirements shall mean when
applicable, any measure that is required, e.g., a
dust control plan when project sites are over 5
acres in size.
Best management practice shall mean any
action or process that is used to prevent or
mitigate the emission of fugitive dust into the
air.
Bulk materials transport shall mean the
carrying, moving, or conveying of loose
materials including, but not limited to, earth,
rock, silt, sediment, sand, gravel, soil, fill,
aggregate, dirt, mud, construction or demolition
debris, and other organic or inorganic material
containing particulate matter onto a public road
or right-of-way in an unenclosed trailer, truck
bed, bin, or other container.
Code shall mean the Fort Collins City Code, as
amended from time to time.
Cover shall mean the installation of a
temporary cover material on top of disturbed
soil surfaces or stockpiles, such as netting,
mulch, wood chips, gravel or other materials
capable of preventing wind erosion.
Dust control measure shall mean any action
or process that is used to prevent or mitigate
the emission of fugitive dust into the air,
including but not limited to the best
management practices identified in this
Manual.
Dust generating activity or source shall
mean a process, operation, action, or land use
that creates emissions of fugitive dust or causes
off-property or off-vehicle transport. Dust
generating activity or source shall include a
paved parking lot containing an area of more
than one half (1/2) acre.
Earthmoving shall mean any process that
involves land clearing, disturbing soil surfaces,
or moving, loading, or handling of earth, dirt,
soil, sand, aggregate, or similar materials.
Fugitive dust shall mean solid particulate
matter emitted into the air by mechanical
processes or natural forces but is not emitted
through a stack, chimney, or vent
Local wind speed shall mean the current or
forecasted wind speed for the Fort Collins area
as measured at the surface weather
observation station KFNL located at the Fort
Collins Loveland Municipal Airport or at
Colorado State University’s Fort Collins or
Christman Field weather stations or as
measured onsite with a portable or hand-held
anemometer. The City will use anemometers
whenever practicable.
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Maximum speed limit shall mean the speed
limit on public rights-of-way adopted by the City
pursuant to Fort Collins Traffic Code adopted
pursuant to City Code Section 28-16 for private
roadways, a speed limit shall be established as
appropriate to minimize off-site transportation
of.
Mechanical blower shall mean any portable
machine powered with an internal combustion
or electric-powered engine used to blow leaves,
clippings, dirt or other debris off sidewalks,
driveways, lawns, medians, and other surfaces
including, but not limited to, hand-held, back-
pack and walk-behind units, as well as blower-
vacuum units.
Off-property transport shall mean the visible
emission of fugitive dust beyond the property
line of the property on which the emission
originates or the project boundary when the
emission originates in the public right-of-way or
on public property.
Off-vehicle transport shall mean the visible
emission of fugitive dust from a vehicle that is
transporting dust generating materials on a
public road or right-of-way.
On-tool local exhaust ventilation shall mean
a vacuum dust collection system attached to a
construction tool that includes a dust collector
(hood or shroud), tubing, vacuum, and a high
efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter.
On-tool wet dust suppression shall mean the
operation of nozzles or sprayers attached to a
construction tool that continuously apply water
or other liquid to the grinding or cutting area by
a pressurized container or other water source.
Open area shall mean any area of undeveloped
land greater than one-half acre that contains
less than 70 percent vegetation. This includes
undeveloped lots, vacant or idle lots, natural
areas, parks, or other non-agricultural areas.
Recreational and multi-use trails maintained by
the City are not included as an open area.
Operator or owner shall mean any person
who has control over a dust generating source
either by operating, supervising, controlling, or
maintaining ownership of the activity or source
including, but not limited to, a contractor,
lessee, or other responsible party of an activity,
operation, or land use that is a dust generating
activity or source.
Particulate matter shall mean any material
that is emitted into the air as finely divided solid
or liquid particles, other than uncombined
water, and includes dust, smoke, soot, fumes,
aerosols and mists.
Required best management practices shall
mean specific measures that are required to be
implemented if a dust generating activity is
occurring.
Sensitive area shall mean a specific area that
warrants special protection from adverse
impacts due to the deposition of fugitive dust,
such as natural areas (excluding buffer zones),
sources of water supply, wetlands, critical
wildlife habitat, or wild and scenic river
corridors.
Soil retention shall mean the stabilization of
disturbed surface areas that will remain
exposed and inactive for 30 days or more or
while vegetation is being established using
mulch, compost, soil mats, or other methods.
Stockpile shall mean any accumulation of bulk
materials that contain particulate matter being
stored for future use or disposal. This includes
backfill materials and storage piles for soil,
sand, dirt, mulch, aggregate, straw, chaff, or
other materials that produce dust.
Storm drainage facility shall mean those
improvements designed, constructed or used to
convey or control stormwater runoff and to
remove pollutants from stormwater runoff after
precipitation.
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Surface roughening shall mean to modify the
soil surface to resist wind action and reduce
dust emissions from wind erosion by creating
grooves, depressions, ridges or furrows
perpendicular to the predominant wind
direction using tilling, ripping, discing, or other
method.
Track-out shall mean the carrying of mud, dirt,
soil, or debris on vehicle wheels, sides, or
undercarriages from a private, commercial, or
industrial site onto a public road or right-of-
way.
Vegetation shall mean the planting or seeding
of appropriate grasses, plants, bushes, or trees
to hold soil or to create a wind break. All seeded
areas must be mulched, and the mulch should
be adequately crimped and or tackified. If
hydro-seeding is conducted, mulching must be
conducted as a separate, second operation. All
planted areas must be mulched within twenty-
four (24) hours after planting.
Wet suppression shall mean the application of
water by spraying, sprinkling, or misting to
maintain optimal moisture content or to form a
crust in dust generating materials and applied
at a rate that prevents runoff from entering any
public right-of-way, storm drainage facility or
watercourse.
Wind barrier shall mean an obstruction at
least five feet high erected to assist in
preventing the blowing of fugitive dust,
comprised of a solid board fence, chain link and
fabric fence, vertical wooden slats, hay bales,
earth berm, bushes, trees, or other materials
installed perpendicular to the predominant
wind direction or upwind of an adjacent
residential, commercial, industrial, or sensitive
area that would be negatively impacted by
fugitive dust.
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2.0 Fugitive Dust and the Problems it Causes
2.1 What is Fugitive Dust, Generally?
Dust, also known as particulate matter, is made up of solid particles in the air that consist primarily of
dirt and soil but can also contain ash, soot, salts, pollen, heavy metals, asbestos, pesticides, and other
materials. “Fugitive” dust means particulate matter that has become airborne by wind or human
activities and has not been emitted from a stack, chimney, or vent. The Colorado Department of Public
Health and Environment (CDPHE) estimates that more than 4,300 tons of particulate matter are emitted
into the air in Larimer County annually. The primary sources of this particulate matter include
construction activities, paved and unpaved roads, and agricultural operations.
The quantity of dust emitted from a particular activity or area and the materials in it can depend on the
soil type (sand, clay, silt), moisture content (dry or damp), local wind speed, and the current or past uses
of the site (industrial, farming, construction).
2.2 Why is the City Addressing Fugitive Dust?
Colorado state air regulations and Larimer County air quality standards generally require owners and
operators of dust generating activities or sources to use all available and practical methods that are
technologically feasible and economically reasonable in order to prevent fugitive dust emissions.
However, state regulations and permitting requirements typically apply to larger stationary sources
rather than to activities that generate dust. Larimer County fugitive dust standards apply only to land
development.
Although state and county requirements apply to many construction activities, they do not address
many sources of dust emissions and City code compliance officers do not have authority to enforce state
or county regulations. Fort Collins is experiencing rapid growth and development that has contributed
to local man-made dust emissions. The City has established Chapter 12, Article X of the Code (§§12-150-
12-159) to address dust generating activities and sources that negatively impact citizens in Fort Collins.
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2.3 Health and Environmental Effects
Dust particles are very small and can be easily inhaled. They can
enter the respiratory system and increase susceptibility to respiratory
infections, and aggravate cardio-pulmonary disease. Even short-term
exposure to dust can cause wheezing, asthma attacks and allergic
reactions, and may cause increases in hospital admissions and
emergency department visits for heart and lung related diseases.
Fugitive dust emissions can cause significant environmental impacts as well as health effects. When
dust from wind erosion or human activity deposits out of the air, it may impact vegetation, adversely
affect nearby soils and waterways, and cause damage to cultural resources. Wind erosion can result in
the loss of valuable top soil, reduce crop yields, and stunt plant growth.
According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), studies have linked particulate matter
exposure to health problems and environmental impacts such as:
•Health Impacts:
o Irritation of the airways, coughing, and difficulty breathing
o Reduced lung function and lung cancer
o Aggravated asthma and chronic bronchitis
o Irregular heartbeat and increases in heart attacks
•Environmental Impacts:
o Haze and reduced visibility
o Reduced levels of nutrients in soil
2.4 Nuisance and Aesthetics
Dust, dirt and debris that become airborne eventually settle back down to
the surface. How far it travels and where it gets deposited depends on the
size and type of the particles as well as wind speed and direction. When this
material settles, it can be deposited on homes, cars, lawns, pools and ponds,
and other property. The small particles can get trapped in machinery and
electronics causing abrasion, corrosion, and malfunctions. The deposited
dust can damage painted surfaces, clog filtration systems, stain materials and
cause other expensive clean-up projects.
2.5 Safety Hazard and Visibility
Blowing dust can be a safety hazard at construction sites and on roads and
highways. Dust can obstruct visibility and can cause accidents between
vehicles and bikes, pedestrians, or site workers. Dust plumes can also
decrease visibility across a natural area or scenic vistas. The “brown cloud”,
often visible along the Front Range during the winter months, and the
brilliant red sunsets that occur are often caused by particulate matter and
other pollutants in the air.
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3.0 Best Management Practices
This Manual describes established best management practices for controlling dust emissions that are
practical and used in common practice to prevent or mitigate impacts to air quality from dust generating
activities and sources occurring within Fort Collins. The objective of the dust control measures included
in this Manual is to reduce dust emissions from human activities and to prevent those emissions from
impacting others and is based on the following principles:
Prevent – avoid creating dust emissions through good project planning and modifying or
replacing dust generating activities.
Minimize – reduce dust emissions with methods that capture, collect, or contain emissions.
Mitigate – when preventing fugitive dust or minimizing the impacts are not feasible, the
Manual provides specific measures to mitigate dust.
More specifically, the Manual establishes the following procedures for each dust generating activity
outlined in this Chapter:
1. Required Best Management Practices – this section includes the specific measures that are
required to be implemented if the dust generating activity is occurring. For example, high wind
restrictions (temporarily halting work when wind speeds exceed 30 mph) are required best
management practices for earthmoving, demolition/renovation, saw cutting or grind, abrasive
blasting, and leaf blowing.
2. Additional Best Management Practices – this section includes additional measures if the
required best management practices are ineffective at preventing off-property transport of
particulate matter. At least one of the additional best management practices outlined in the
Manual must be implemented on the site to be in compliance with the Manual and Code.
3. Additional Requirements – When applicable, additional measures are also required, e.g., a dust
control plan when project sites are over 5 acres in size.
The Dust Prevention and Control Checklist included on page 31 of this Manual provides a “quick guide”
to dust control BMPs covered in the following sections of the Manual.
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3.1 Earthmoving Activities
Above: This figure illustrates earthmoving, which is an activity that can generate dust.
Dust emissions from earthmoving activities depend on the type and extent of activity being conducted,
the amount of exposed surface area, wind conditions, and soil type and moisture content, including:
Site preparation (clearing, grubbing, scraping)
Road construction
Grading and overlot grading
Excavating, trenching, backfilling and compacting
Loading and unloading dirt, soil, gravel, or other earth materials
Dumping of dirt, soil, gravel, or other earth materials into trucks, piles, or receptacles
Screening of dirt, soil, gravel, or other earth materials
Best Management Practices to Control Dust
(a) Required Best Management Practices: Any person, owner, or operator who conducts earthmoving
that is a dust generating activity or source shall implement the following best management practices to
prevent off-property transport of fugitive dust emissions:
(i) Minimize disturbed area: plan the project or activity so that the minimum amount of
disturbed soil or surface area is exposed to wind or vehicle traffic at any one time.
(ii) Reduce vehicle speeds: establish a maximum speed limit or install traffic calming devices to
reduce speeds to a rate to mitigate off-property transport of dust entrained by vehicles.
(iii) Minimize drop height: Drivers and operators shall unload truck beds and loader or
excavator buckets slowly, and minimize drop height of materials to the lowest height possible,
including screening operations.
(iv) High winds restriction: temporarily halt work activities during high wind events greater than
30 mph if operations would result in off-property transport.
(v) Restrict access: restrict access to the work area to only authorized vehicles and personnel.
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(b) Additional Best Management Practices: In the event 3.1(a)(i)-(v) are ineffective to prevent off-
property transport, the person, owner, or operator shall use at least one of the following best
management practices:
(i) Wet suppression: apply water to disturbed soil surfaces, backfill materials, screenings, and
other dust generating operations as necessary and appropriate considering current weather
conditions, and prevent water used for dust control from entering any public right-of-way,
stormwater drainage facility, or watercourse.
(ii) Wind barrier: construct a fence or other type of wind barrier to prevent wind erosion of top
soils.
(iii) Vegetation: plant vegetation appropriate for retaining soils or creating a wind break.
(iv) Surface roughening: stabilize an active construction area during periods of inactivity or
when vegetation cannot be immediately established.
(v) Cover: install cover materials during periods of inactivity and properly anchor the cover.
(vi) Soil retention: stabilize disturbed or exposed soil surface areas that will be inactive for more
than 30 days or while vegetation is being established.
(c) Additional requirements: Any person, owner, or operator who conducts earthmoving that is a dust
generating activity or source at a construction site or land development project with a lot size equal to
or greater than five (5) acres also shall implement the following measures:
(i) Dust Control Plan: submit a plan that describes all potential sources of fugitive dust and
methods that will be employed to control dust emissions with the development construction
permit application or development review application (see Chapter 4 of this Manual). A copy of
the Dust Control Plan must be onsite at all times and one copy must be provided to all
contractors and operators engaged in dust generating activities at the site.
(ii) Construction sequencing: include sequencing or phasing in the project plan to minimize the
amount of disturbed area at any one time. Sites greater than 25 acres in size may be asked to
provide additional justification, revise the sequencing plan, or include additional best
management practices.
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3.2 Demolition and Renovation
Above: This photo illustrates restricting access (a required best management practice) and a wind barrier
(an additional best management practice) for demolition and renovation activities.
Dust generated from demolition activities may contain significant levels of silica, lead, asbestos, and
particulate matter. Inhalation of silica and asbestos is known to cause lung cancer, and exposure to
even small quantities of lead dust can result in harm to children and the unborn.
In addition to complying with the dust control measures below, any person engaged in demolition or
renovation projects must comply with applicable state and federal regulations for asbestos and lead
containing materials and notification and inspection requirements under the State of Colorado Air
Quality Control Commission's Regulation No. 8, Part B Control of Hazardous Air pollutants.
Best Management Practices to Control Dust
(a) Required Best Management Practices: Any person, owner, or operator who conducts demolition or
renovation that is a dust generating activity or source shall implement the following best management
practices to prevent off-property transport of fugitive dust emissions:
(i) Asbestos and lead containing materials: demolition and renovation activities that involve
asbestos or lead containing materials must be conducted in accordance with 2012 International
Building Code (IBC), as adopted by the Code Sec. 5-26 and amended by Code Sec. 5-27 (59)
(amending IBC §3602.1.1) and all other state and local regulations;
(ii) Restrict access: restrict access to the demolition area to only authorized vehicles and
personnel;
(iii) High winds restriction: temporarily halt work activities during high wind events greater than
30 mph if operations would result in off-property transport; and
(iv) Minimize drop height: Drivers and operators shall unload truck beds and loader or excavator
buckets slowly, and minimize drop height of materials to the lowest height possible, including
screening operations.
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(b) Additional Best Management Practices: In the event 3.2(a)(i)-(iv) are ineffective to prevent off-
property transport, the person, owner, or operator shall use at least one of the following best
management practices:
(i) Wet suppression: apply water to demolished materials or pre-wet materials to be
demolished as necessary. Prevent water used for dust control from entering any public right-of-
way, storm drainage facility, or watercourse.
(ii) Wind barrier: construct a fence or other type of wind barrier to prevent onsite dust
generating materials from blowing offsite.
(c) Additional requirements:
(i) Building permit compliance: comply with all conditions and requirements under any building
required pursuant to the Code and/or the Land Use Code.
Above: This photo illustrates reducing drop height, a required best
management practice.
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3.3 Stockpiles
Above: This photo illustrates wet suppression, an additional best management practice for stockpiles.
Stockpiles are used for both temporary and long-term storage of soil, fill dirt, sand, aggregate,
woodchips, mulch, asphalt and other industrial feedstock, construction and landscaping materials.
Fugitive dust can be emitted from stockpiles while working the active face of the pile or when wind
blows across the pile. The quantity of emissions depends on pile height and exposure to wind, moisture
content and particle size of the pile material, surface roughness of the pile, and frequency of pile
disturbance.
Best Management Practices to Control Dust
(a) Required Best Management Practices: Any owner or operator of a stockpile that is a dust generating
activity or source shall implement the following best management practices to prevent off property
transport of fugitive dust emissions:
(i) Minimize drop height: Drivers and operators shall unload truck beds and loader or excavator
buckets slowly, and minimize drop height of materials to the lowest height possible, including
screening operations.
(b) Additional Best Management Practices: In the event 3.3(a)(i) is ineffective to prevent off-property
transport, the person, owner, or operator shall use at least one of the following best management
practices:
(i) Wet suppression: Apply water to the active face when working the pile or to the entire pile
during periods of inactivity. Prevent water used for dust control from entering any public right-
of-way, storm drainage facility, or watercourse.
(ii) Cover: install cover materials during periods of inactivity and anchor the cover.
(iii) Surface roughening: stabilize a stockpile during periods of inactivity or when vegetation
cannot be immediately established.
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(iv) Stockpile location: locate stockpile at a distance equal to ten times the pile height from
property boundaries that abut residential areas.
(v) Vegetation: seed and mulch any stockpile that will remain inactive for 30 days or more.
(vi) Enclosure: construct a three-sided structure equal to or greater than the height of the pile to
shelter the pile from the predominant winds.
(c) Additional requirements:
(i) Stockpile permit compliance: comply with all conditions and requirements under any
stockpile permit required under the Code or the Land Use Code.
(ii) Erosion control plan compliance: implement and comply with all conditions and
requirements of the “Fort Collins Stormwater Criteria Manual, as adopted in Code Sec. §26-500;
specifically, Volume 3 Chapter 7 “Construction BMPs”. The Stormwater Criteria Manual may
require the use of Erosion Control Materials, soil stockpile height limit of ten feet, watering,
surface roughening, vegetation, silt fence and other control measures.
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3.4 Street Sweeping
Left: This figure illustrates the use
of a wet suppression and vacuum
system, an additional best
management practice for street
sweeping.
Street sweeping is an effective method for removing dirt and debris from streets and preventing it from
entering storm drains or becoming airborne. Regenerative air sweepers and mechanical sweepers with
water spray can also be effective at removing particulate matter from hard surfaces.
Best Management Practices to Control Dust
(a) Required Best Management Practices: Any owner or operator that conducts sweeping operations or
services on paved or concrete roads, parking lots, rights-of-way, pedestrian ways, plazas or other solid
surfaces, and whose operations are a dust generating activity or source shall implement the following
best management practices to prevent off-property transport of fugitive dust emissions:
(i) Uncontrolled sweeping prohibited: the use of rotary brushes, power brooms, or other
mechanical sweeping for the removal of dust, dirt, mud, or other debris from a paved public
road, right-of-way, or parking lot without the use of water, vacuum system with filtration, or
other equivalent dust control method is prohibited. Mechanical or manual sweeping that occurs
between lifts of asphalt paving operations or due to preparation for pavement markings are
excluded from this prohibition, due to engineering requirements associated with these
operations.
(b) Additional Best Management Practices: In the event 3.4(a)(i) is ineffective to prevent off-property
transport, the person, owner, or operator shall use at least one of the following best management
practices:
(i) Wet suppression: use a light spray of water or wetting agent applied directly to work area or
use equipment with water spray system while operating sweeper or power broom. Prevent
water used for dust control from entering any storm drainage facility or watercourse.
(ii) Vacuum system: use sweeper or power broom equipped with a vacuum collection and
filtration system.
(iii) Other method: use any other method to control dust emissions that has a demonstrated
particulate matter control efficiency of 80 percent or more.
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3.5 Track-out / Carry-out
Above: This figure illustrates an installed grate (left) and a gravel bed (right), both of which are
additional best management practices associated with track-out/carry-out.
Mud, dirt, and other debris can be carried from a site on the wheels or undercarriage of equipment and
vehicles onto public roads. When this material dries, it can become airborne by wind activity or when
other vehicles travel on it. This is a health concern and can cause visibility issues and safety hazards.
Best Management Practices to Control Dust
(a) Required Best Management Practices: Any owner or operator of any operation that has the
potential to result in track-out of mud, dirt, dust, or debris on public roads and rights-of-way and whose
operation is a dust generating activity or source shall implement the following best management
practices to prevent off-property transport of fugitive dust emissions:
(i) Contracts and standards: comply with track-out prevention requirements and construction
best management practices as set forth in the Code, City regulations or policies, as specified in
applicable contract documents, and as set forth in the Fort Collins Stormwater Criteria Manual.
(ii) Remove deposition: promptly remove any deposition that occurs on public roads or rights-
of-way as a result of the owner’s or operator’s operations. Avoid over-watering and prevent
runoff into any storm drainage facility or watercourse.
(b) Additional Best Management Practices: In the event 3.5(a)(i)-(ii) are ineffective to prevent off-
property transport, the person, owner, or operator shall use at least one of the following best
management practices:
(i) Install rails, pipes, grate, or similar track-out control device.
(ii) Install a gravel bed track-out apron that extends at least 50 feet from the intersection with a
public road or right-of-way.
(iii) Install gravel bed track-out apron with steel cattle guard or concrete wash rack.
(iv) Install and utilize on-site vehicle and equipment washing station.
(v) Install a paved surface that extends at least 100 feet from the intersection with a public road
or right-of-way.
(vi) Manually remove mud, dirt, and debris from equipment and vehicle wheels, tires and
undercarriage.
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3.6 Bulk Materials Transport
Above: This figure illustrates covered loads, a required best management practice for bulk materials
transport.
Haul trucks are used to move bulk materials, such as dirt, rock, demolition debris, or mulch to and from
construction sites, material suppliers and storage yards. Dust emissions from haul trucks, if
uncontrolled, can be a safety hazard by impairing visibility or by depositing debris on roads, pedestrians,
bicyclists, or other vehicles.
Best Management Practices to Control Dust
(a) Required Best Management Practices: Any owner or operator of a dust generating activity or source
for which vehicles used to transport bulk materials to and from a site within the City on a public or
private road or on a public right-of-way shall prevent off-vehicle transport of fugitive dust emissions. To
prevent off-vehicle transport of fugitive dust to and from the site, the owner or operator shall
implement the following measures:
(i) Cover Loads: Loads shall be completely covered or all material enclosed in a manner that
prevents the material from blowing, dropping, sifting, leaking, or otherwise escaping from the
vehicle. This includes the covering of hot asphalt and asphalt patching material with a tarp or
other impermeable material.
(ii) Minimize drop height: Drivers and operators shall load and unload truck beds and loader or
excavator buckets slowly, and minimize drop height of materials to the lowest height possible,
including screening operations.
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(b) Additional Best Management Practices: In the event 3.6(a)(i)-(ii) are ineffective to prevent off-
vehicle transport, the person, owner, or operator shall use at least one of the following best
management practices:
(i) Wet suppression: apply water to bulk materials loaded for transport as necessary to prevent
fugitive dust emissions and deposition of materials on roadways. Prevent water used for dust
control from entering any public right-of-way, storm drainage facility, or watercourse.
(ii) Other technology: use other equivalent technology that effectively eliminates off-vehicle
transport, such as limiting the load size to provide at least three inches of freeboard to prevent
spillage.
Above: This figure illustrates minimizing drop heights, a required best management practice for bulk
materials transport.
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3.7 Unpaved Roads and Haul Roads
Left: This figure illustrates
surface improvements on an
unpaved road, an additional
best management practice.
Road dust from unpaved roads is caused by particles lifted by and dropped from rolling wheels traveling
on the road surface and from wind blowing across the road surface. Road dust can aggravate heart and
lung conditions as well as cause safety issues such as decreased driver visibility and other safety hazards.
Best Management Practices to Control Dust
(a) Required Best Management Practices: Any owner or operator of an unpaved road located on a
construction site greater than five acres on private property or an unpaved road used as a public right-
of-way shall implement the following best management practices to prevent off-property transport of
fugitive dust emissions:
(i) Reduce vehicle speeds: establish a maximum speed limit or install traffic calming devices to
reduce speeds to a rate that prevents off-property transport of dust entrained by vehicles.
(ii) Restrict access: restrict travel on unpaved roads by limiting access to only authorized vehicle
use.
(b) Additional Best Management Practices: In the event 3.7(a)(i)-(ii) are ineffective to prevent off-
property transport, the person, owner, or operator shall use at least one of the following best
management practices:
(i) Wet suppression: apply water to unpaved road surface as necessary and appropriate
considering current weather conditions, and prevent water used for dust control from entering
any public right-of-way, storm drainage facility, or watercourse.
(ii) Surface improvements: install gravel or similar materials with sufficient depth to reduce dust
or pave high traffic areas.
(iii) Access road location: locate site access roads away from residential or other populated
areas.
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3.8 Parking Lots
Above: This figure illustrates an unpaved parking lot in Fort Collins.
This section applies to paved and unpaved areas where vehicles are parked or stored on a routine basis
and includes parking areas for shopping, recreation, or events; automobile or vehicle storage yards; and
animal staging areas.
Best Management Practices to Control Dust- Unpaved Parking Lots
(a) Required Best Management Practices: Any owners or operator of an unpaved parking lot greater
than one-half acre shall use at least one of the following best management practices to prevent off-
property transport of fugitive dust emissions
(i) Surface improvements: install gravel or similar materials with sufficient depth to reduce dust
or pave high traffic areas.
(ii) Vegetation: plant vegetation appropriate for retaining soils or creating a wind break.
(iii) Wet suppression: apply water as necessary and appropriate considering current weather
conditions to prevent off-property transport of fugitive dust emissions. Prevent water used for
dust control from entering any public right-of-way, storm drainage facility, or watercourse.
(iv) Wind barrier: construct a fence or other type of wind barrier.
(v) Reduce vehicle speeds: establish a maximum speed limit or install traffic calming devices to
reduce speeds to a rate that prevents off-property transport of dust entrained by vehicles.
(vi) Restrict access: restrict travel in parking lots to only those vehicles with essential duties and
limit access to hours of operation or specific events.
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Best Management Practices to Control Dust- Paved Parking Lots
(a) Required Best Management Practices: An owner or operator of a paved parking lot greater than
one-half acre and shall use at least one of the following best management practices to prevent off-
property transport of fugitive dust emissions.
(i) Maintenance: repair potholes and cracks and maintain surface improvements.
(ii) Mechanical sweeping: Sweep lot with a vacuum sweeper and light water spray as necessary
to remove dirt and debris. Avoid overwatering and prevent runoff from entering any public
right-of-way, storm drainage facility, or watercourse.
(iii) Reduce vehicle speeds: establish a maximum speed limit or install traffic calming devices to
reduce speeds to a rate that prevents off-property transport of dust entrained by vehicles.
(iv) Restrict access: restrict travel in parking lots to only those vehicles with essential duties and
limit access to hours of operation or specific events.
Above: This photo represents improving the surface of a parking area, which is one measure to
comply with the Manual.
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3.9 Open Areas and Vacant Lots
Left: This photo
represents adding
vegetation by
hydroseeding,
which is one
measure to comply
with the Manual.
Open areas are typically not a significant source of wind-blown dust emissions if the coverage of
vegetation is sufficient or soil crusts are intact. However, if soils in open areas are disturbed by vehicle
traffic, off-highway vehicle use, bicycling or grazing, or if they have become overpopulated by prairie
dogs, dust emissions can become a problem.
Best Management Practices to Control Dust
(a) Required Best Management Practices: Any owner or operator of an open area greater than one-half
acre shall use at least one of the following best management practices to stabilize disturbed or exposed
soil surface areas that are intended to or remain exposed for 30 days or more and to prevent off-
property transport of fugitive dust emissions:
(i) Vegetation: plant vegetation appropriate for retaining soils or creating a wind break.
(ii) Cover: install cover materials over exposed areas during periods of inactivity and properly
anchor the cover.
(iii) Surface roughening: stabilize an exposed area during periods of inactivity or when
vegetation cannot be immediately established.
(iv) Soil retention: stabilize disturbed or exposed soil surface areas that will be inactive for more
than 30 days or while vegetation is being established, using mulch, compost, soil mats, or other
methods.
(v) Wet suppression: apply water to disturbed soil surfaces as necessary and appropriate
considering current weather to prevent off-property transport of fugitive dust emissions.
Prevent water used for dust control from entering any public right-of-way, storm drainage
facility, or watercourse.
(vi) Wind barrier: construct a fence or other type of wind barrier to prevent wind erosion of top
soils.
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3.10 Saw Cutting and Grinding
Above: This photo illustrates concrete cutting and how the activity can generate dust.
Cutting and grinding of asphalt, concrete and other masonry materials can be a significant short-term
source of fugitive dust that may expose workers and the public to crystalline silica. Inhalation of silica
can cause lung disease known as silicosis and has been linked to other diseases such as tuberculosis and
lung cancer. Using additional best management practices during cutting and grinding operations can
significantly reduce dust emissions.
Best Management Practices to Control Dust
(a) Required Best Management Practices: Any person, owner, or operator that cuts or grinds asphalt,
concrete, brick, tile, stone, or other masonry materials and whose operations are a dust generating
activity or source shall use the following best management practices to prevent off-property transport
of fugitive dust emissions:
(i) Restrict access: prevent the public from entering the area where dust emissions occur.
(ii) High winds restriction: temporarily halt work activities during high wind events greater than
30 mph if operations would result in off-property transport.
(iii) Equipment and work area clean up: use wet wiping, wet sweeping, or vacuuming with HEPA
filtration for equipment and work area clean up and do not cause dust to become airborne
during clean up.
(iv) Slurry clean up: prevent water used for dust control or clean up from entering any public
right-of-way, storm drainage facility, or watercourse by using containment, vacuuming,
absorption, or other method to remove the slurry, and dispose of slurry and containment
materials properly. Follow additional procedures prescribed in the Fort Collins Stormwater
Criteria Manual or contract documents and specifications.
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(b) Additional Best Management Practices: In the event 3.10(a)(i)-(iv) are ineffective to prevent off-
property transport, the person, owner, or operator shall use at least one of the following best
management practices:
(i) On-tool local exhaust ventilation: use a tool-mounted dust capture and collection system.
(ii) On-tool wet suppression: use a tool-mounted water application system.
(iii) Vacuuming: use a vacuum equipped with a HEPA filter simultaneously with cutting or
grinding operations.
(iv) Wet suppression: use a water sprayer or hose simultaneously with cutting or grinding
operations.
(v) Enclosure: conduct cutting or grinding within an enclosure with a dust collection system or
temporary tenting over the work area.
Above: These photos illustrate how dust generated from cutting can be minimized by applying on-tool
wet suppression, an additional best management practice associated with saw cutting and grinding.
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3.11 Abrasive Blasting
Above: This photo illustrates abrasive blasting without dust mitigation in place.
Abrasive blasting is used to smooth rough surfaces; roughen smooth surfaces; and remove paint, dirt,
grease, and other coatings from surfaces. Abrasive blasting media may consist of sand; glass, plastic or
metal beads; aluminum oxide; corn cobs; or other materials. Abrasive blasting typically generates a
significant amount of fugitive dust if not controlled. The material removed during abrasive blasting can
become airborne and may contain silica, lead, cadmium or other byproducts removed from the surface
being blasted.*
Best Management Practices to Control Dust
(a) Required Best Management Practices: Any person, owner, or operator who conducts outdoor
abrasive blasting or indoor abrasive blasting with uncontrolled emissions vented to the outside and
whose operations are a dust generating activity or source shall implement the following best
management practices to prevent off-property transport of fugitive dust emissions:
(i) Restrict access: prevent the public from entering the area where dust emissions occur.
(ii) High winds restriction: temporarily halt work activities during high wind events greater than
30 mph if operations would result in off-property transport.
(iii) Equipment and work area clean up: use wet wiping, wet sweeping, or vacuuming with HEPA
filtration for equipment and work area clean up and do not cause dust to become airborne
during clean up.
(iv) Slurry clean up: prevent water used for dust control or clean up from entering any public
right-of-way, storm drainage facility, or watercourse by using containment, vacuuming,
absorption, or other method to remove the slurry, and dispose of slurry and containment
materials properly.
(b) Additional Best Management Practices: In the event 3.11(a)(i)-(iv) are ineffective to prevent off-
property transport, the person, owner, or operator shall use at least one of the following best
management practices:
(i) Enclosure: conduct abrasive blasting within an enclosure with a dust collection system or
temporary tenting over the work area.
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(ii) Wet suppression blasting: use one of several available methods that mix water with the
abrasive media or air during blasting operations.
(iii) Vacuum blasting: conduct air-based blasting that uses a nozzle attachment with negative air
pressure to capture dust.
(iv) Abrasive media: select less toxic, lower dust-generating blasting media.
* Blasting on surfaces that contain lead paint or wastes from sand blasting that contain hazardous materials may be subject
to additional state and federal requirements.
Above: This photo illustrates wet suppression blasting, an additional best management practice.
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3.12 Mechanical Blowing
Above: This photo illustrates mechanical blowing without dust mitigation in place.
Mechanical blowers are commonly used to move dirt, sand, leaves, grass clippings and other
landscaping debris to a central location for easier pick-up and removal. Mechanical blowing with a leaf
blower can be a significant source of fugitive dust in some situations and can create nuisance conditions
and cause health effects for sensitive individuals. Mechanical blowing can re-suspend dust particles that
contain allergens, pollens, and molds, as well as pesticides, fecal contaminants, and toxic metals causing
allergic reactions, asthma attacks and exacerbating other respiratory illnesses.
Best Management Practices to Control Dust
(a) Required Best Management Practices: Any person, owner, or operator who operates a mechanical
leaf blower (gas, electric, or battery-powered) in a manner that is a dust generating activity or source
shall use the following best management practices as necessary to prevent off-property transport of
fugitive dust emissions
(i) Low speed: use the lowest speed appropriate for the task and equipment.
(ii) Operation: use the full length of the blow tube and place the nozzle as close to the ground as
possible.
(iii) High winds restriction: temporarily halt work activities during high wind events greater than
30 mph if operations would result in off-property transport.
(b) Additional Best Management Practices: In the event 3.11(a)(i)-(iii) are ineffective to prevent off-
property transport, the person, owner, or operator shall use at least one of the following best
management practices:
(i) Alternative method: use an alternative such as a rake, broom, shovel, manually push
sweeper or a vacuum machine equipped with a filtration system.
(ii) Prevent impact: do not blow dust and debris off-property or in close proximity to people,
animals, open windows, air intakes, or onto adjacent property, public right-of-way, storm
drainage facility, or watercourse.
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(iii) Minimize use on dirt: minimize the use of mechanical blower on unpaved surfaces, road
shoulders, or loose dirt.
(iv) Wet suppression: use a light spray of water, as necessary and appropriate considering
current weather conditions, to dampen dusty work areas. Prevent water, dirt, and debris from
entering any storm drainage facility, or watercourse.
(v) Remove debris: remove and properly dispose of blown material immediately.
Above: These photos illustrate alternative methods to mechanical blowing that can minimize dust
generation.
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4.0 Dust Control Plan for Land Development Greater Than Five Acres
A dust control plan is required for all development projects or construction sites with greater than five
(5) acres in size. If the project is required to obtain a development construction permit, then the dust
control plan shall be submitted with the development review application or the development
construction permit application. A copy of the dust control plan shall be available onsite at all times for
compliance and inspection purposes.
For dust control plans associated with a Development Construction Permit (DCP) issued by the City,
applications for the DCP are available online at www.fcgov.com/developmentreview/applications.php.
The dust control plan may be submitted on the Dust Control Plan Form included in Chapter 4 of this
Manual or other equivalent format and shall include the following information:
Project name and location.
Name and contact information of property owner.
Project start and completion dates.
Name and contact information of the developer, general contractor, and each contractor or
operator that will be engaged in an earthmoving activity.
Total size of the development project or construction site in acres.
A description of the project phasing or sequencing of the project to minimize the amount of
disturbed surface area at any one time during the project.
A list of each dust generating activity or source associated with the project.
A list of each best management practice and engineering control that will be implemented for
each dust generating activity or source.
A list of additional best management practices that will be implemented if initial controls are
ineffective.
A signed statement from the property owner, developer, general contractor, and each
contractor or operator engaged in an earthmoving activity acknowledging receipt of the Dust
Control Plan and an understanding of and ability to comply with the best management practices
in the plan.
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DUST CONTROL PLAN
PROJECT INFORMATION
Project Name
Project Location
Start and Completion Dates
Total Size of Project Site (acres) Maximum disturbed surface area at
any one time (acres)
Property Owner
name, address, phone, e-mail
Developer
name, address, phone, e-mail
General Contractor
name, address, phone, e-mail
Subcontractor or Operator
of a dust generating activity or source
name, address, phone, e-mail
Subcontractor or Operator
of a dust generating activity or source
name, address, phone, e-mail
Subcontractor or Operator
of a dust generating activity or source
name, address, phone, e-mail
PROJECT PHASING OR SEQUENCING
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Dust Prevention and Control Checklist
Instructions:
For projects over 5 acres, in addition to developing a Dust Control Plan (see chapter 4 of the manual), place an X in each
box indicating all best management practices (BMPs) that will be implemented for each activity. Fully shaded boxes are
required BMPs, hatched boxes are additional BMPs.
For projects less than 5 acres, the BMPs for bulk materials transport and saw cutting/grinding are required; other BMPs
are listed for use as a guide for preventing and controlling dust.
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High winds restriction
Location
Mechanical blowing techniques
Minimize disturbed area
Minimize drop height
On-tool local exhaust ventilation
On-tool wet suppression
Other method
Reduce vehicle speeds
Remove deposition
Restrict access
Slurry clean up
Soil retention
Stockpile permit
Surface improvements
Surface roughening
Sweeping
Track-out prevention system
Uncontrolled sweeping prohibited
Vacuum
Vegetation
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Wind barrier
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5.0 Resources
5.1 Cross Reference to Codes, Standards, Regulations, and Policies
Earthmoving Activities
Fort Collins Land Use Code Article 3 General Development Standards §3.2.2 Access, Circulation and
Parking.
Fort Collins Land Use Code Article 3 General Development Standards §3.4.1(N) Standards for Protection
During Construction.
Fort Collins Land Use Code Article 3 General Development Standards §3.4.2 Air Quality.
Fort Collins City Code, Chapter 5 Buildings and Building Regulations, Section 5-27 (59) §3602.1.1
Building demolitions.
Fort Collins City Code Chapter 20 Nuisances, Article 1 In General, §20-1 Air pollution nuisances
prohibited.
Fort Collins City Code Chapter 23 Public Property §23-16. Permit required; exception in case of
emergency.
Fort Collins City Code Chapter 26 Utilities, Article VII Stormwater Utility, §26-498 Water quality control.
Fort Collins Stormwater Criteria Manual, Volume 3, Chapter 7, Section 1.3 Policy, Standards and
Submittal Requirements, §1.3.3.e.5.
Fort Collins Stormwater Criteria Manual – Fact Sheet SM-1 Construction Phasing/Sequencing and Fact
Sheet EC-1 Surface Roughening.
Larimer County Land Use Code §8.11.4. Fugitive dust during construction.
State of Colorado, Air Quality Control Commission, 5 CCR 1001-3, Regulation No. 1, §III.D.2.b
Construction Activities.
OSHA Safety and Health Regulations for Construction 29 CFR Part 1926.55 Gases, vapors, fumes, dusts,
and mists.
Demolition and Renovation
Fort Collins Land Use Code, Division 2.7 Building Permits §2.7.1
Fort Collins City Code, Chapter 5 Buildings and Building Regulations, Section 5-27 (59) §3602.1.1
Building demolitions.
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Fort Collins City Code Chapter 20 Nuisances, Article 1 In General, §20-1 Air pollution nuisances
prohibited.
Fort Collins City Code Chapter 26 Utilities, Article VII Stormwater Utility, §26-498 Water quality control.
State of Colorado, Air Quality Control Commission, Regulation Number 8, Part B Control of Hazardous
Air Pollutants, 5 CCR 1001-10.
Stockpiles
Fort Collins Land Use Code, Division 2.6 Stockpiling Permits and Development Construction Permits
§2.6.2.
Fort Collins Land Use Code §2.6.3 (K) Stockpiling Permit and Development Construction Permit Review
Procedures.
Fort Collins City Code Chapter 20 Nuisances, Article 1 In General, §20-1 Air pollution nuisances
prohibited.
Fort Collins City Code Chapter 26 Utilities, Article VII Stormwater Utility, §26-498 Water quality control.
Fort Collins Stormwater Criteria Manual Volume 3, Chapter 7, Section 1.3 Policy, Standards and
Submittal Requirements, §1.3.3.e.7.
Fort Collins Stormwater Criteria Manual - Fact Sheet MM-2 Stockpile Management.
State of Colorado, Air Quality Control Commission, 5 CCR 1001-3, Regulation No. 1, §III.D.2.c Storage and
Handling of Materials.
Street Sweeping
Fort Collins City Code Chapter 20 Nuisances, Article 1 In General, §20-1 Air pollution nuisances
prohibited.
Fort Collins City Code Chapter 26 Utilities, Article VII Stormwater Utility, §26-498 Water quality control.
Fort Collins Stormwater Criteria Manual - Fact Sheet SM-7 Street Sweeping and Vacuuming.
Track-out/Carry-out
Fort Collins Traffic Code, Part 1407 Spilling loads on highways prohibited.
Fort Collins Land Use Code §5.2.1 Definitions Maintenance (of a newly constructed street).
Fort Collins City Code: Chapter 20 – Nuisances, Article V - Dirt, Debris and Construction Waste, §Sec.
20-62. Depositing on streets prohibited.
Fort Collins City Code Chapter 26 Utilities, Article VII Stormwater Utility, §26-498 Water quality control.
Fort Collins Stormwater Criteria Manual, Volume 3, Chapter 7, Section 1.3 Policy, Standards and
Submittal Requirements, §1.3.3.e.8.
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Fort Collins Stormwater Criteria Manual – Fact Sheet SM-4 Vehicle Tracking Control.
Fort Collins Stormwater Criteria Manual – Fact Sheet SM-7 Street Sweeping and Vacuuming.
State of Colorado, Air Quality Control Commission, 5 CCR 1001-3, Regulation No. 1, §III.D.2.a.(ii).(B)
General Requirements.
Bulk Materials Transport
Fort Collins Traffic Code, Part 1407 Spilling loads on highways prohibited.
Fort Collins City Code Chapter 20 Nuisances, Article 1 In General, §20-1 Air pollution nuisances
prohibited.
Fort Collins City Code Chapter 26 Utilities, Article VII Stormwater Utility, §26-498 Water quality control.
State of Colorado, Air Quality Control Commission, 5 CCR 1001-3, Regulation No. 1, §III.D.2.f Haul Trucks.
Colorado Revised Statutes. 42-4-1407 Spilling loads on highways prohibited.
Unpaved Roads and Haul Roads
Fort Collins City Code Chapter 20 Nuisances, Article 1 In General, §20-1 Air pollution nuisances
prohibited.
Fort Collins City Code Chapter 26 Utilities, Article VII Stormwater Utility, §26-498 Water quality control.
State of Colorado, Air Quality Control Commission, 5 CCR 1001-3, Regulation No. 1, §III.D.2.a Roadways
and §III.D.2.e Haul Roads.
Parking Lots
Fort Collins City Code Chapter 20 Nuisances, Article 1 In General, §20-1 Air pollution nuisances
prohibited.
Fort Collins City Code Chapter 26 Utilities, Article VII Stormwater Utility, §26-498 Water quality control.
Open Areas and Vacant Lots
Fort Collins City Code Chapter 20 Nuisances, Article 1 In General, §20-1 Air pollution nuisances
prohibited.
Fort Collins City Code Chapter 26 Utilities, Article VII Stormwater Utility, §26-498 Water quality control.
Saw Cutting and Grinding
Fort Collins City Code Chapter 20 Nuisances, Article 1 In General, §20-1 Air pollution nuisances
prohibited.
Fort Collins City Code Chapter 26 Utilities, Article VII Stormwater Utility, §26-498 Water quality control.
Fort Collins Stormwater Criteria Manual – Fact Sheet SM-12 Paving and Grinding Operations.
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Colorado Department of Transportation Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction,
Section 208.04 Best Management Practices for Stormwater.
Abrasive Blasting
Fort Collins City Code Chapter 20 Nuisances, Article 1 In General, §20-1 Air pollution nuisances
prohibited.
Fort Collins City Code Chapter 26 Utilities, Article VII Stormwater Utility, §26-498 Water quality control.
Mechanical (Leaf) Blowing
Fort Collins City Code Chapter 20 Nuisances, Article 1 In General, §20-1 Air pollution nuisances
prohibited.
Fort Collins City Code Chapter 26 Utilities, Article VII Stormwater Utility, §26-498 Water quality control.
5.2 City of Fort Collins Manuals and Policies
Fort Collins Stormwater Criteria Manual http://www.fcgov.com/utilities/business/builders-and-
developers/development-forms-guidelines-regulations/stormwater-criteria
City of Fort Collins Parks and Recreation Environmental Best Management Practices Manual 2011,
Chapter Four: Best Management Practices for Construction http://www.fcgov.com/parks/pdf/bmp.pdf
City of Fort Collins Building Design and Construction Standards, Oct. 2013
http://www.fcgov.com/opserv/pdf/building-design-standards2.pdf?1390850442
City of Fort Collins, Recommended Species and Application Rates of Perennial Native Upland Grass Seed
for Fort Collins, Colorado.
City of Fort Collins Plant List, April 2011.
5.3 References for Dust Control
Leaf Blowing
A Report to the California Legislature on the Potential Health and Environmental Impacts of Leaf
Blowers, California Environmental Protection Agency – Air Resources Board, Feb. 2000.
http://www.arb.ca.gov/msprog/mailouts/msc0005/msc0005.pdf
Abrasive Blasting
Sandblasting and Other Air-based Blasting Fact Sheet, Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, Dec. 2011.
Protecting Workers from the Hazards of Abrasive Blasting Materials, OSHA Fact Sheet.
California Air Resources Board, Abrasive Blasting Program.
http://www.arb.ca.gov/ba/certabr/certabr.htm
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Saw Cutting
OSHA Fact Sheet on Crystalline Silica Exposure
https://www.osha.gov/OshDoc/data_General_Facts/crystalline-factsheet.pdf
State of New Jersey – Dry Cutting and Grinding Fact Sheet
http://www.state.nj.us/health/surv/documents/dry_cutting.pdf
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - Engineering Controls for Silica in Construction
http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/silica/cutoffsaws.html
Shepherd-S; Woskie-S, Controlling Dust from Concrete Saw Cutting. Journal of Occupational and
Environmental Hygiene, 2013 Feb; 10(2):64-70. http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/nioshtic-2/20042808.html
Akbar-Khanzadeh F, Milz SA, Wagner CD, Bisesi MS, Ames AL, Khuder S, Susi P, Akbar-Khanzadeh M,
Effectiveness of dust control methods for crystalline silica and respirable suspended particulate matter
exposure during manual concrete surface grinding. Journal of Occupational and Environmental Hygiene,
2010 Dec;7(12):700-11. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21058155
HSE, On-Tool Controls to Reduce Exposure to Respirable Dusts in the Construction Industry – A Review.
Health and Safety Executive, RR926, 2012, Derbyshire, U.K.
http://www.hse.gov.uk/research/rrpdf/rr926.pdf
Croteau G, Guffey S, Flanagan ME, Seixas N, The Effect of Local Exhaust Ventilation Controls on Dust
Exposures During Concrete Cutting and Grinding Activities. American Industrial Hygiene Association
Journal, 2002 63:458–467
http://deohs.washington.edu/sites/default/files/images/general/CroteauThesis.pdf
Unpaved Roads, Parking Lots, and Open Areas
Dust Control from Unpaved Roads and Surfaces, Code 373, USDA-NRCS, April 2010.
http://www.nrcs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/nrcs143_025946.pdf
CPWA, 2005, Dust Control for Unpaved Roads, A Best Practice by the National Guide to Sustainable
Municipal Infrastructure, Canadian Public Works Association.
Colorado Forest Road Field Handbook, Colorado State Forest, Editor: Richard M. Edwards, CF; CSFS
Assistant Staff Forester, July 2011.
Fay L., Kociolek A., Road Dust Management and Future Needs: 2008 Conference Proceedings, Western
Transportation Institute, March 2009.
Chemical Stabilizers
Interim Guidelines on Dust Palliative Use in Clark County, Nevada. Nevada Division of Environmental
Protection, Feb. 2001. http://ndep.nv.gov/admin/dustpa1.pdf
Bolander, Peter, ed. 1999. Dust Palliative Selection and Application Guide. Project Report. 9977-1207-
SDTDC. San Dimas, CA: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, San Dimas Technology and
Development Center. http://www.fs.fed.us/eng/pubs/html/99771207/99771207.html
Dust Prevention and Control Manual Page 37
Techniques for Fugitive Dust Control – Chemical Suppressants, City of Albuquerque NM, website last
accessed on Oct. 25, 2014.
http://www.cabq.gov/airquality/business-programs-permits/ordinances/fugitive-dust/fugitive-dust-
control
USDA BioPreferred Catalog: Dust Suppressants
http://www.biopreferred.gov/BioPreferred/faces/catalog/Catalog.xhtml
USGS Columbia Environmental Research Center Project: Environmental Effects of Dust Suppressant
Chemicals on Roadside Plant and Animal Communities,
http://www.cerc.usgs.gov/Projects.aspx?ProjectId=77
Street Sweeping
U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, Stormwater Best Management
Practices: Street Sweeper Fact Sheet. http://environment.fhwa.dot.gov/ecosystems/ultraurb/3fs16.asp
Agriculture and Livestock
Agricultural Air Quality Conservation Measures - Reference Guide for Cropping Systems and General
Land Management, USDA-NRCS, Oct. 2012.
http://www.nrcs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprdb1049502.pdf
Dust Control from Animal Activity on Open Lot Surfaces, Code 375, USDA-NRCS, Sept. 2010.
http://www.nrcs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/nrcs143_025821.pdf
Residue and Tillage Management, Reduced Till, Code 345, USDA-NRCS, Dec. 2013.
http://www.nrcs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprdb1251402.pdf
Herbaceous Wind Barriers, Code 603, USDA-NRCS, Jan. 2010.
http://www.nrcs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/nrcs143_025927.pdf
Michalewicz, D. A., J. D. Wanjura, B. W. Shaw, and C. B. Parnell. 2005. Evaluation of sources and controls
of fugitive dust from agricultural operations. In Proc. 2005 Beltwide Cotton Conference.
http://caaqes.tamu.edu/Publication-Particulate%20Matter.html
Harner J., Maghirang R., Razote E., Water Requirements for Dust Control on Feedlots, from the
proceedings of Mitigating Air Emissions From Animal Feeding Operations Conference, May 2008.
http://www.extension.org/pages/23966/water-requirements-for-dust-control-on-feedlots
California Air Pollution Control Officers Association Agriculture Clearinghouse
http://www.capcoa.org/ag-clearinghouse/
U.S. Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service - Nevada, Fugitive Dust: A Guide
to the Control of Windblown Dust on Agricultural Lands in Nevada. Jan. 2007.
http://www.cdsn.org/images/FugitiveDustGuide_v7_201_.pdf
Demolition and Renovation
CDPHE, Demolition and Asbestos Abatement forms and information
https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/cdphe/asbestos-forms
Dust Prevention and Control Manual Page 38
Earthmoving Activities
CDPHE, An Overview of Colorado Air Regulations for Land Development, August 2014
https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/sites/default/files/AP_Land-Development-Guidance-Document_1.pdf
Working With Dirt When the Wind Blows
http://www.gradingandexcavation.com/GX/Articles/Working_With_Dirt_When_the_Wind_Blows_5455
.aspx
EPA – Stormwater Best Management Practices: Dust Control
http://water.epa.gov/polwaste/npdes/swbmp/Dust-Control.cfm
EPA – Stormwater Best Management Practices: Wind Fences and Sand Fences
http://water.epa.gov/polwaste/npdes/swbmp/Wind-Fences-and-Sand-Fences.cfm
EPA – Stormwater Best Management Practices: Construction Sequencing
http://water.epa.gov/polwaste/npdes/swbmp/Construction-Sequencing.cfm
EPA – Stormwater Best Management Practices: Construction Entrances
http://water.epa.gov/polwaste/npdes/swbmp/Construction-Entrances.cfm
An Overview of Colorado Air Regulations for Land Development. Colorado Department of Public Health
and Environment – Air Pollution Control Division.
https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/sites/default/files/AP_Land-Development-Guidance-Document_1.pdf
Health Effects of Particulate Matter
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Integrated Science Assessment for Particulate Matter.
EPA/600/R-08/139F Dec. 2009.
http://cfpub.epa.gov/ncea/cfm/recordisplay.cfm?deid=216546#Download
World Health Organization, Health Effects of Particulate Matter - Policy. 2013
http://www.euro.who.int/__data/assets/pdf_file/0006/189051/Health-effects-of-particulate-matter-
final-Eng.pdf
Preventing Silicosis in Construction Workers, NIOSH http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/docs/96-112/
General
Dust Abatement Handbook, Maricopa County Air Quality Department, June 2013.
http://www.maricopa.gov/aq/divisions/compliance/dust/docs/pdf/Rule%20310-Dust%20Handbook.pdf
Fugitive Dust Control: Self Inspection Handbook, California Air Resources Board, 2007.
http://www.arb.ca.gov/pm/fugitivedust_large.pdf
WRAP Fugitive Dust Handbook, Western Governors’ Association. Sept. 2006.
Managing Fugitive Dust: A Guide for Compliance with the Air Regulatory Requirements for Particulate
Matter Generation, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality. March 2014.
Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission, Rules and Regulations, Rule 805 Odors and Dust
http://cogcc.state.co.us/
APPENDIX E
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Code of the City of Fort Collins. This mix is based on 69 seeds/ft2 and is only calculated for one acre; contractor is
responsible for calculating the appropriate seed amounts to purchase. This entire mix may be drill seeded to a depth of 1/4
to 1/2 inch deep. If hydroseeding occurs, seed must not be mixed with a mulch for application. They must be applied in
two passes: first pass seed, second pass mulch.
* PLS = Pure Live Seed.
** The 10 lb/ac mix is designed for drill seeding of grasses and forbs. If broadcast and harrow methods are
used for grass seed distribution, the rate should be doubled. When hydroseeding methods are to be used, the
rate should be raised to 1.5 times when using two passes.
SCIENTIFIC NAME COMMON NAME PLS / lb. *Recommd. PLS
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Sorghastrum nutans Indian grass 170,000 0.80 3.1 4.50%
Sporobolus cryptandrus Sand dropseed 5,200,000 0.05 6.0 8.7%
Sporobolus airoides Alkali sacaton 1,758,000 0.60 24.2 35.2%
Distichilis stricta Inland saltgrass 520,000 1.50 17.9 26.0%
Elymus elymoides Bottlebrush squirreltail 192,000 4.00 17.6 25.6%
Pascopyrum smithii Western Wheatgrass 110,000 3.00 7.6 11.0%
Total 9.95 68.8
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Code of the City of Fort Collins. This mix is based on 69 seeds/ft2 and is only calculated for one acre; contractor is
responsible for calculating the appropriate seed amounts to purchase. This entire mix may be drill seeded to a depth of 1/4
to 1/2 inch deep. If hydroseeding occurs, seed must not be mixed with a mulch for application. They must be applied in
two passes: first pass seed, second pass mulch.
* PLS = Pure Live Seed.
** The 10 lb/ac mix is designed for drill seeding of grasses and forbs. If broadcast and harrow methods are
used for grass seed distribution, the rate should be doubled. When hydroseeding methods are to be used, the
rate should be raised to 1.5 times when using two passes.
SCIENTIFIC NAME COMMON NAME PLS / lb. *Recommd. PLS
lbs / Acre PLS / ft ²% of Seeds
in Mix
Sorghastrum nutans Indian grass 170,000 0.80 3.1 4.50%
Sporobolus cryptandrus Sand dropseed 5,200,000 0.05 6.0 8.7%
Sporobolus airoides Alkali sacaton 1,758,000 0.60 24.2 35.2%
Distichilis stricta Inland saltgrass 520,000 1.50 17.9 26.0%
Elymus elymoides Bottlebrush squirreltail 192,000 4.00 17.6 25.6%
Pascopyrum smithii Western Wheatgrass 110,000 3.00 7.6 11.0%
Total 9.95 68.8
NATIVE SEED - TYPE 2 RECOMMENDATIONS