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HomeMy WebLinkAboutHARMONY TECHNOLOGY PARK FIFTH FILING - Filed GR-GEOTECHNICAL REPORT/SOILS REPORT -Geotechnical Engineering Report
Wil Mark Building
Northeast of Technology Parkway and Precision Drive
Fort Collins, Colorado
March 3, 2016
Terracon Project No. 20165012A
02/35/2016
Prepared for:
Eldon James Corporation
Denver, Colorado
Prepared by:
Terracon Consultants, Inc.
Fort Collins, Colorado
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Eldon James Corporation
10325 East 47th Avenue
Denver, Colorado 80238
Attn: Mr. William Coulson
P: (970)667-2728
E: William.coulson@eldonjames.com
Re: Geotechnical Engineering Report
Wil Mark Building
Northeast of Technology Parkway and Precision Drive
Fort Collins, Colorado
Terracon Project No. 20165012A
Dear Mr. Coulson:
Terracon Consultants, Inc. (Terracon) has completed the geotechnical engineering services for
the project referenced above. These services were performed in general accordance with our
Proposal No. P20165012 and signed Agreement for Services dated January 25, 2016. This
geotechnical engineering report presents the results of the subsurface exploration and provides
geotechnical recommendations concerning earthwork and the design and construction of
foundations, floor systems, and pavements for the proposed project.
We appreciate the opportunity to be of service to you on this project. If you have any questions
concerning this report, or if we may be of further service, please contact us.
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Terracon Consultants, Inc. 1901 Sharp Point Drive, Suite C Fort Collins, Colorado 80525
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY i
1.0 INTRODUCTION 1
2.0 PROJECT INFORMATION 2
2.1 Project Description 2
2.2 Site Location and Description 2
3.0 SUBSURFACE CONDITIONS 2
3.1 Typical Subsurface Profile 2
3.2 Laboratory Testing 3
3.3 Corrosion Protection (Water-Soluble Sulfates) 3
3.4 Groundwater 3
4.0 RECOMMENDATIONS FOR DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION 4
4.1 Geotechnical Considerations 4
4.1.1 Expansive Soils and Bedrock 4
4.1.2 Foundation and Floor System Recommendations 4
4.2 Earthwork 5
4.2.1 Site Preparation 5
4.2.2 Excavation 5
4.2.3 Subgrade Preparation 6
4.2.4 Fill Materials and Placement 6
4.2.5 Compaction Requirements 7
4.2.6 Utility Trench Backfill 8
4.2.7 Grading and Drainage 8
4.3 Foundations 9
4.3.1 Spread Footings - Design Recommendations 9
4.3.2 Spread Footings - Construction Considerations 11
4.4 Seismic Considerations 11
4.5 Floor Systems 11
4.5.1 Floor System - Design Recommendations 12
4.5.2 Floor Systems - Construction Considerations 13
4.6 Lateral Earth Pressures 13
4.7 Pavements 14
4.7.1 Pavements—Subgrade Preparation 14
4.7.2 Pavements— Design Recommendations 15
4.7.3 Pavements— Construction Considerations 17
4.7.4 Pavements— Maintenance 17
5.0 GENERAL COMMENTS 18
TABLE OF CONTENTS (continued)
Appendix A— FIELD EXPLORATION
Exhibit A-1 Site Location Map
Exhibit A-2 Exploration Plan
Exhibit A-3 Field Exploration Description
Exhibits A-4 to A-10 Boring Logs
Appendix B — LABORATORY TESTING
Exhibit B-1 Laboratory Testing Description
Exhibit B-2 Atterberg Limits Test Results
Exhibits B-3 to B-5 Grain-size Distribution Test Results
Exhibits B-6 to B-9 Swell-consolidation Test Results
Exhibits B-10 & B-11 Unconfined Compression Test Results
Exhibit B-12 R-value Test Results
Exhibit B-13 Water-soluble Sulfate Results
Appendix C — SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS
Exhibit C-1 General Notes
Exhibit C-2 Unified Soil Classification System
Exhibit C-3 Description of Rock Properties
Exhibit C-4 Laboratory Test Significance and Purpose
Exhibits C-5 and C-6 Report Terminology
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A geotechnical investigation has been performed for the proposed Wil Mark Building to be
constructed northeast of Technology Parkway and Precision Drive in Fort Collins, Colorado.
Seven (7) borings, presented as Exhibits A-4 through A-10 and designated as Boring No. 1 through
Boring No. 7, were performed to depths of approximately 25'/z and 30% feet below existing site
grades. This report specifically addresses the recommendations for the proposed Wil Mark building
foundation, floor system and pavements. Borings performed in these areas are for informational
purposes and will be utilized by others.
Based on the information obtained from our subsurface exploration, the site can be developed for
the proposed project. However, the following geotechnical considerations were identified and will
need to be considered:
Subsurface conditions below site grade generally consist of about 19 to 28 feet of lean clay
with varying amounts of sand interlayered with about 3 to 11% feet of sand with varying
amounts of silt and clay. Claystone bedrock was encountered in some borings below the
lean clays and silty sands and extended to the maximum depths explored.
Groundwater was encountered in the test borings at depths of about 12.2 to 14.1 feet below
the existing ground surface approximately 4 days after drilling. Groundwater levels can and
should be expected to fluctuate with varying seasonal and weather conditions.
The proposed building may be supported on shallow spread-footing foundations bearing
on 12 inches of scarified and properly prepared on-site soil or on newly placed engineered
fill.
A slab-on-grade floor system is recommended for the proposed building provided at least 12
inches of properly compacted Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) Class 1
structure backfill is placed below the floor slab.
The amount of movement of foundations, floor slabs, pavements, etc. will be related to the
wetting of underlying supporting soils. Therefore, it is imperative the recommendations
discussed in the 4.2.7 Grading and Drainage section of this report be followed to reduce
potential movement.
The 2012 International Building Code, Table 1613.5.2 IBC seismic site classification for this
site is D.
Close monitoring of the construction operations discussed herein will be critical in achieving
the design subgrade support. We therefore recommend that Terracon be retained to
monitor this portion of the work.
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This summary should be used in conjunction with the entire report for design purposes. It should
be recognized that details were not included or fully developed in this section, and the report must
be read in its entirety for a comprehensive understanding of the items contained herein. The section
titled GENERAL COMMENTS should be read for an understanding of the report limitations.
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GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING REPORT
Wil Mark Building
Northeast of Technology Parkway and Precision Drive
Fort Collins, Colorado
Terracon Project No. 20165012A
March 3, 2016
1.0 INTRODUCTION
This report presents the results of our geotechnical engineering services performed for the
proposed Wil Mark Building to be located northeast of the intersection of Technology Parkway and
Precision Drive in Fort Collins, Colorado(Exhibit A-1). The purpose of these services is to provide
information and geotechnical engineering recommendations relative to:
subsurface soil and bedrock conditions •foundation design and construction
groundwater conditions floor slab design and construction
grading and drainage pavement construction
lateral earth pressures earthwork
seismic considerations
Our geotechnical engineering scope of work for this project included the initial site visit, the
advancement of seven test borings to depths ranging from approximately 251/2 to 301/2 feet below
existing site grades, laboratory testing for soil engineering properties and engineering analyses
to provide foundation, floor system and pavement design and construction recommendations.
Logs of the borings along with an Exploration Plan (Exhibit A-2) are included in Appendix A. The
results of the laboratory testing performed on soil and bedrock samples obtained from the site
during the field exploration are included in Appendix B.
Previously, Terracon prepared a Geotechnical Engineering Report(Project No. 20155034; report
dated September 21, 2015) for the Fort Collins Memory Care Building, located just west of the
site. Terracon also prepared a Geotechnical Engineering Report (Project No. 20145027; report
dated June 18, 2014) for the Intel Solar Project, located just south of the site. Additionally, we
are performing a similar geotechnical study concurrently for the Eldon James Building planned
adjacent to this site to the west.
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2.0 PROJECT INFORMATION
2.1 Project Description
Item Description
Site layout Refer to the Exploration Plan (Exhibit A-2 in Appendix A)
Structures The proposed construction consists of a single-story Wil Mark
building with parking lots and access roads.
Columns: 50— 100 kips(assumed)
Maximum loads Walls: 2—3 kips(assumed)
Floors: 150 psf(assumed)
A grading plan for the proposed project has not been provided to us
at this time. For the purposes of this report, we assume maximum
Grading in building area cut and fill depths of approximately 3 feet, relative to the existing
grades, will be required to develop the final building and pavement
subgrade elevations.
Below-grade areas No below-grade areas are planned for this site.
NAPA Traffic Class:
Traffic loading Automobile Parking Areas: Class I
Truck traffic and main drives Class II
2.2 Site Location and Description
Item Description
Location The project site is located northeast of the intersection of
Technology Parkway and Precision Drive in Fort Collins, Colorado.
Existing site features The site is currently unoccupied farm land.
To the north of the site is unoccupied farmland. To the west is an
Surrounding developments empty site for the proposed Eldon James building to the south and
east are office buildings.
Current ground cover The ground is currently covered with tilled crop soil.
Existing topography The site is relatively flat except for a large pile of excavated dirt
toward the southwest side of the site.
3.0 SUBSURFACE CONDITIONS
3.1 Typical Subsurface Profile
Specific conditions encountered at each boring location are indicated on the individual boring logs
included in Appendix A. Stratification boundaries on the boring logs represent the approximate
location of changes in soil types; in-situ, the transition between materials may be gradual. Based
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on the results of the borings, subsurface conditions on the project site can be generalized as
follows:
Material Description
Approximate Depth to
Consistency/Density/HardnessBottomofStratum(feet)
Lean clay with varying amounts of About 18 to 30' feet below
Medium stiff to very stiff
silt and sand existing site grades.
Sand with varying amounts of silt
About 16 to 30%feet below
and clay
existing site grades, only found Loose to dense
in Borings Nos. 1, 2, 5 and 6.
To the maximum depth of
exploration of about 30' feet,
Claystone bedrock Hard to very hard
only found in Boring Nos. 2, 5
and 7.
3.2 Laboratory Testing
Representative soil samples were selected for swell-consolidation testing and exhibited 1.0
compression to 0.5 percent swell when wetted. Two samples of clay soils exhibited unconfined
compressive strengths of approximately 1,524 and 1,596 pounds per square foot (psf). Samples
of site soils selected for plasticity testing exhibited low plasticity with liquid limits ranging from 20
to 35 and plasticity indices ranging from 5 to 20. Laboratory test results are presented in Appendix
B.
3.3 Corrosion Protection (Water-Soluble Sulfates)
Results of water-soluble sulfate testing indicate that ASTM Type I or II portland cement should be
specified for all project concrete on and below grade. Foundation concrete should be designed
for low moderate, severe, very severe sulfate exposure in accordance with the provisions of the
ACI Design Manual, Section 318, Chapter 4.
3.4 Groundwater
The boreholes were observed while drilling and after completion for the presence and level of
groundwater. In addition, delayed water levels were also obtained in the borings. The water levels
observed in the boreholes are noted on the attached boring logs, and are summarized below:
Boring Depth to groundwater Depth to groundwater 4 Elevation of groundwater
Number while drilling,ft. days after drilling,ft. 4 days after drilling,ft.
1 16.0 13.3 80.49
2 11.5 12.4 81.89
3 15.0 12.5 80.99
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Boring Depth to groundwater Depth to groundwater 4 Elevation of groundwater
Number while drilling,ft. days after drilling,ft. 4 days after drilling,ft.
4 20.0 13.3 79.28
5 16.0 12.2 80.49
6 16.0 12.8 78.28
7 16.0 14.1 76.99
4.0 RECOMMENDATIONS FOR DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION
4.1 Geotechnical Considerations
Based on subsurface conditions encountered in the borings, the site appears suitable for the
proposed construction from a geotechnical point of view provided certain precautions and design
and construction recommendations described in this report are followed. We have identified
geotechnical conditions that could impact design and construction of the proposed building,
pavements, and other site improvements.
4.1.1 Expansive Soils and Bedrock
Laboratory testing indicates the native clay soils exhibited low expansive potential at the samples
in-situ moisture content. However, it is our opinion these materials will exhibit a higher expansive
potential if the clays undergo a significant loss of moisture.
This report provides recommendations to help mitigate the effects of soil shrinkage and
expansion. However, even if these procedures are followed, some movement and cracking in
the structures, pavements and flatwork should be anticipated. The severity of cracking and other
damage such as uneven floor slabs will probably increase if any modification of the site results in
excessive wetting or drying of the expansive clays. Eliminating the risk of movement and distress
is generally not feasible, but it may be possible to further reduce the risk of movement if
significantly more expensive measures are used during construction. It is imperative the
recommendations described in section 4.2.7 Grading and Drainage of this report be followed to
reduce movement.
4.1.2 Foundation and Floor System Recommendations
The proposed building may be supported on a spread footing foundation system bearing on
properly prepared on-site soils or properly placed imported fill. We recommend a slab-on-grade
for the interior floor system of the proposed building provided at least 12 inches of properly
compacted Colorado Department of Transportation(CDOT)Class 1 structure backfill is placed below
the floor slab. Even when bearing on properly prepared soils, movement of the slab-on-grade
floor system is possible should the subgrade soils undergo an increase in moisture content. We
estimate movement of about 1 inch is possible. If the owner cannot accept the risk of slab
movement, a structural floor should be used.
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4.2 Earthwork
The following presents recommendations for site preparation, excavation, subgrade preparation
and placement of engineered fills on the project. All earthwork on the project should be observed
and evaluated by Terracon on a full-time basis. The evaluation of earthwork should include
observation of over-excavation operations, testing of engineered fills, subgrade preparation,
subgrade stabilization, and other geotechnical conditions exposed during the construction of the
project.
4.2.1 Site Preparation
Prior to placing any fill, strip and remove existing vegetation and any other deleterious materials
from the proposed construction areas. Stripped organic materials should be wasted from the site
or used to re-vegetate landscaped areas or exposed slopes after completion of grading operations.
Prior to the placement of fills,the site should be graded to create a relatively level surface to receive
fill, and to provide for a relatively uniform thickness of fill beneath proposed structures.
4.2.2 Excavation
It is anticipated that excavations for the proposed construction can be accomplished with
conventional earthmoving equipment. Excavations into the on-site soils will encounter weak and/or
saturated soil conditions with possible caving conditions.
The soils to be excavated can vary significantly across the site as their classifications are based
solely on the materials encountered in widely-spaced exploratory test borings. The contractor
should verify that similar conditions exist throughout the proposed area of excavation. If different
subsurface conditions are encountered at the time of construction, the actual conditions should be
evaluated to determine any excavation modifications necessary to maintain safe conditions.
Although evidence of fills or underground facilities such as septic tanks, vaults, 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.
Any over-excavation that extends below the bottom of foundation elevation should extend laterally
beyond all edges of the foundations at least 8 inches per foot of over-excavation depth below the
foundation base elevation. The over-excavation should be backfilled to the foundation base
elevation in accordance with the recommendations presented in this report.
Depending upon depth of excavation and seasonal conditions, surface water infiltration and/or
groundwater may be encountered in excavations on the site.
The subgrade soil conditions should be evaluated during the excavation process and the stability
of the soils determined at that time by the contractors' Competent Person. Slope inclinations flatter
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than the OSHA maximum values may have to be used. 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. If any excavation, including a utility trench, is extended to
a depth of more than 20 feet, it will be necessary to have the side slopes and/or shoring system
designed by a professional engineer.
As a safety measure, it is recommended that all vehicles and soil piles be kept a minimum lateral
distance from the crest of the slope equal to the slope height. The exposed slope face should be
protected against the elements
4.2.3 Subgrade Preparation
The top 8 inches of the exposed ground surface should be scarified, moisture conditioned, and
recompacted to at least 95 percent of the maximum dry unit weight as determined by ASTM D698
before any new fill or foundation or pavement is placed.
If pockets of soft, loose, or otherwise unsuitable materials are encountered at the bottom of the
foundation excavations and it is inconvenient to lower the foundations, the proposed foundation
elevations may be reestablished by over-excavating the unsuitable soils and backfilling with
compacted engineered fill or lean concrete.
After the bottom of the excavation has been compacted, engineered fill can be placed to bring the
building pad and pavement subgrade to the desired grade. Engineered fill should be placed in
accordance with the recommendations presented in subsequent sections of this report.
The stability of the subgrade may be affected by precipitation, repetitive construction traffic or
other factors. If unstable conditions develop, workability may be improved by scarifying and
drying. Alternatively, over-excavation of wet zones and replacement with granular materials may
be used, or crushed gravel and/or rock can be tracked or"crowded" into the unstable surface soil
until a stable working surface is attained. Use of lime could also be considered as a stabilization
technique. Laboratory evaluation is recommended to determine the effect of chemical
stabilization on subgrade soils prior to construction. Lightweight excavation equipment may also
be used to reduce subgrade pumping.
4.2.4 Fill Materials and Placement
The on-site soils or approved granular and low plasticity cohesive imported materials may be used
as fill material. The soil removed from this site that is free of organic or objectionable materials,
as defined by a field technician who is qualified in soil material identification and compaction
procedures, can be re-used as fill for the building pad and pavement subgrade. It should be noted
that on-site soils will require reworking to adjust the moisture content to meet the compaction
criteria.
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CDOT Class 1 structure backfill should meet the following material property requirements:
Gradation Percent finer by weight(ASTM C136)
2" 100
No.4 Sieve 30-100
No. 50 Sieve 10-60
No.200 Sieve 5-20
Soil Properties Values
Liquid Limit 35(max.)
Plastic Limit 6(max.)
Imported soils (if required) should meet the following material property requirements:
Gradation Percent finer by weight(ASTM C136)
4"100
3" 70-100
No.4 Sieve 50-100
No. 200 Sieve 15-50
Soil Properties Values
Liquid Limit 35(max.)
Plastic Limit 6(max.)
Maximum Expansive Potential(%) Non-expansive1
1. Measured on a sample compacted to approximately 95 percent of the maximum dry unit weight as
determined by ASTM D698 at optimum moisture content. The sample is confined under a 100 psf
surcharge and submerged.
4.2.5 Compaction Requirements
Engineered fill should be placed and compacted in horizontal lifts, using equipment and
procedures that will produce recommended moisture contents and densities throughout the lift.
Item Description
9 inches or less in loose thickness when heavy, self-
propelled compaction equipment is used
Fill lift Thickness
4 to 6 inches in loose thickness when hand-guided
equipment(i.e.jumping jack or plate compactor)is used
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Item Description
Minimum compaction requirements
95 percent of the maximum dry unit weight as determined
by ASTM D698
Moisture content cohesive soil (clay) 1 to+3 %of the optimum moisture content
Moisture content cohesionless soil
2 percentsand)
1. We recommend engineered fill be tested for moisture content and compaction during placement.
Should the results of the in-place density tests indicate the specified moisture or compaction limits
have not been met, the area represented by the test should be reworked and retested as required
until the specified moisture and compaction requirements are achieved.
2. Specifically, moisture levels should be maintained low enough to allow for satisfactory compaction to
be achieved without the fill material pumping when proofrolled.
3. Moisture conditioned clay materials should not be allowed to dry out. A loss of moisture within these
materials could result in an increase in the material's expansive potential. Subsequent wetting of
these materials could result in undesirable movement.
4.2.6 Utility Trench Backfill
All trench excavations should be made with sufficient working space to permit construction including
backfill placement and compaction.
All underground piping within or near the proposed building should be designed with flexible
couplings, so minor deviations in alignment do not result in breakage or distress. Utility knockouts
in foundation walls should be oversized to accommodate differential movements. It is imperative
that utility trenches be properly backfilled with relatively clean materials. If utility trenches are
backfilled with relatively clean granular material, they should be capped with at least 18 inches of
cohesive fill in non-pavement areas to reduce the infiltration and conveyance of surface water
through the trench backfill.
Utility trenches are a common source of water infiltration and migration. All utility trenches that
penetrate beneath the building should be effectively sealed to restrict water intrusion and flow
through the trenches that could migrate below the building. We recommend constructing an
effective clay "trench plug" that extends at least 5 feet out from the face of the building exteriors.
The plug material should consist of clay compacted at a water content at or above the soil's optimum
water content. The clay fill should be placed to completely surround the utility line and be compacted
in accordance with recommendations in this report.
It is strongly recommended that a representative of Terracon provide full-time observation and
compaction testing of trench backfill within building and pavement areas.
4.2.7 Grading and Drainage
All grades must be adjusted to provide effective drainage away from the proposed building during
construction and maintained throughout the life of the proposed project. Infiltration of water into
foundation excavations must be prevented during construction. Landscape irrigation adjacent to
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foundations should be minimized or eliminated. Water permitted to pond near or adjacent to the
perimeter of the structure (either during or post-construction)can result in significantly higher soil
movements than those discussed in this report. As a result, any estimations of potential
movement described in this report cannot be relied upon if positive drainage is not obtained and
maintained, and water is allowed to infiltrate the fill and/or subgrade.
Exposed ground (if any) should be sloped at a minimum of 10 percent grade for at least 10 feet
beyond the perimeter of the proposed building,where possible. The use of swales, chases and/or
area drains may be required to facilitate drainage in unpaved areas around the perimeter of the
building. Backfill against foundations and exterior walls should be properly compacted and free of
all construction debris to reduce the possibility of moisture infiltration. After construction of the
proposed building and prior to project completion, we recommend verification of final grading be
performed to document positive drainage, as described above, has been achieved.
Flatwork and pavements will be subject to post-construction movement. Maximum grades
practical should be used for paving and flatwork to prevent areas where water can pond. In
addition, allowances in final grades should take into consideration post-construction movement
of flatwork, particularly if such movement would be critical. Where paving or flatwork abuts the
structure, care should be taken that joints are properly sealed and maintained to prevent the
infiltration of surface water.
Planters located adjacent to structure should preferably be self-contained. Sprinkler mains and
spray heads should be located a minimum of 5 feet away from the building line(s). Low-volume,
drip style landscaped irrigation should not be used near the building. Roof drains should
discharge on to pavements or be extended away from the structure a minimum of 10 feet through
the use of splash blocks or downspout extensions. A preferred alternative is to have the roof
drains discharge by solid pipe to storm sewers or to a detention pond or other appropriate outfall.
4.3 Foundations
The proposed building can be supported by a shallow, spread footing foundation system. Design
recommendations for foundations for the proposed structure and related structural elements are
presented in the following paragraphs.
4.3.1 Spread Footings - Design Recommendations
Description Values
Properly prepared on-site soil or new, properly
Bearing material placed engineered fill.
Maximum allowable bearing pressure'1,500 psf
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Description Values
Lean clay:
Active, Ka = 0.41
Passive, Kp =2.46
At-rest, Ko=0.58
Lateral earth pressure coefficients 2
Granular soil:
Active, Ka = 0.27
Passive, Kp = 3.69
At-rest, Ko = 0.43
Lean clay:
Sliding coefficient 2 p =0.37
Granular soil:
p =0.56
Lean clay:
y = 120 pcfMoistsoilunitweight
Granular soil:
y= 130 pcf
Minimum embedment depth below finished
grades 30 inches
Estimated total movement 4
About 1 inch
Estimated differential movement 4 About IA to 3/4 of total movement
1. The recommended maximum allowable bearing pressure assumes any unsuitable fill or soft soils, if
encountered, will be over-excavated and replaced with properly compacted engineered fill. The
design bearing pressure applies to a dead load plus design live load condition. The design bearing
pressure may be increased by one-third when considering total loads that include wind or seismic
conditions.
2. The lateral earth pressure coefficients and sliding coefficients are ultimate values and do not include
a factor of safety. The foundation designer should include the appropriate factors of safety.
3. For frost protection and to reduce the effects of seasonal moisture variations in the subgrade soils.
The minimum embedment depth is for perimeter footings beneath unheated areas and is relative to
lowest adjacent finished grade, typically exterior grade.
4. The estimated movements presented above are based on the assumption that the maximum footing
size is 4 feet for column footings and 1.5 feet for continuous footings.
Footings should be proportioned to reduce differential foundation movement. As discussed, total
movement resulting from the assumed structural loads is estimated to be on the order of about 1
inch. Additional foundation movements could occur if water from any source infiltrates the
foundation soils; therefore, proper drainage should be provided in the final design and during
construction and throughout the life of the structure. Failure to maintain the proper drainage as
recommended in the 4.2.7 Grading and Drainage section of this report will nullify the movement
estimates provided above.
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4.3.2 Spread Footings - Construction Considerations
Spread footing construction should only be considered if the estimated foundation movement can
be tolerated. Subgrade soils beneath footings should be moisture conditioned and compacted as
described in the 4.2 Earthwork section of this report. The moisture content and compaction of
subgrade soils should be maintained until foundation construction.
Footings and foundation walls should be reinforced as necessary to reduce the potential for distress
caused by differential foundation movement.
Unstable subgrade conditions are anticipated as excavations approach the groundwater surface.
Unstable surfaces will need to be stabilized prior to backfilling excavations and/or constructing
the building foundation, floor slab and/or project pavements. The use of angular rock, recycled
concrete and/or gravel pushed or "crowded" into the yielding subgrade is considered suitable
means of stabilizing the subgrade. The use of geogrid materials in conjunction with gravel could
also be considered and could be more cost effective.
Unstable subgrade conditions should be observed by Terracon to assess the subgrade and
provide suitable alternatives for stabilization. Stabilized areas should be proof-rolled prior to
continuing construction to assess the stability of the subgrade.
Foundation excavations should be observed by Terracon. If the soil conditions encountered differ
significantly from those presented in this report, supplemental recommendations will be required.
4.4 Seismic Considerations
Code Used Site Classification
2012 International Building Code(IBC)1 D 2
1. In general accordance with the 2012 International Building Code, Table 1613.5.2.
2. The 2012 International Building Code (IBC) requires a site soil profile determination extending a
depth of 100 feet for seismic site classification. The current scope requested does not include the
required 100 foot soil profile determination. The borings completed for this project extended to a
maximum depth of about 30'%feet and this seismic site class definition considers that similar soil and
bedrock conditions exist below the maximum depth of the subsurface exploration. Additional
exploration to deeper depths could be performed to confirm the conditions below the current depth of
exploration. Alternatively, a geophysical exploration could be utilized in order to attempt to justify a
more favorable seismic site class. However, we believe a higher seismic site lass for this site is
unlikely.
4.5 Floor Systems
A slab-on-grade may be utilized for the interior floor system for the proposed building provided at
least 12 inches of properly compacted CDOT Class 1 structure backfill is placed below the floor
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slab. If the estimated movement cannot be tolerated, a structurally-supported floor system,
supported independent of the subgrade materials, is recommended.
Subgrade soils beneath interior and exterior slabs below interior floor slabs and exterior slabs
should be scarified to a depth of at least 8 inches, moisture conditioned and compacted. The
moisture content and compaction of subgrade soils should be maintained until slab construction.
4.5.1 Floor System - Design Recommendations
Even when bearing on properly prepared soils, movement of the slab-on-grade floor system is
possible should the subgrade soils undergo an increase in moisture content. We estimate
movement of about 1 inch is possible. If the owner cannot accept the risk of slab movement, a
structural floor should be used. If conventional slab-on-grade is utilized, the subgrade soils should
be over-excavated and prepared as presented in the 4.2 Earthwork section of this report.
For structural design of concrete slabs-on-grade subjected to point loadings, a modulus of
subgrade reaction of 100 pounds per cubic inch (pci) may be used for floors supported on re-
compacted existing soils at the site. A modulus of 200 pci may be used for floors supported on
at least 1 foot of non-expansive, imported granular fill.
Additional floor slab design and construction recommendations are as follows:
Positive separations and/or isolation joints should be provided between slabs and all
foundations, columns, or utility lines to allow independent movement.
Control joints should be saw-cut in slabs in accordance with ACI Design Manual, Section
302.1 R-37 8.3.12 (tooled control joints are not recommended)to control the location and
extent of cracking.
Interior utility trench backfill placed beneath slabs should be compacted in accordance
with the recommendations presented in the 4.2 Earthwork section of this report.
Floor slabs should not be constructed on frozen subgrade.
The use of a vapor retarder should be considered beneath concrete slabs that will be
covered with wood, tile, carpet or other moisture sensitive or impervious floor coverings,
or when the slab will support equipment sensitive to moisture. When conditions warrant
the use of a vapor retarder, the slab designer and slab contractor should refer to ACI
302 for procedures and cautions regarding the use and placement of a vapor retarder.
Other design and construction considerations, as outlined in the ACI Design Manual,
Section 302.1 R are recommended.
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4.5.2 Floor Systems - Construction Considerations
Movements of slabs-on-grade using the recommendations discussed in previous sections of this
report will likely be reduced and tend to be more uniform. The estimates discussed above assume
that the other recommendations in this report are followed. Additional movement could occur
should the subsurface soils become wetted to significant depths, which could result in potential
excessive movement causing uneven floor slabs and severe cracking. This could be due to over
watering of landscaping, poor drainage, improperly functioning drain systems, and/or broken utility
lines. Therefore, it is imperative that the recommendations presented in this report be followed.
4.6 Lateral Earth Pressures
Reinforced concrete walls with unbalanced backfill levels on opposite sides should be designed
for earth pressures at least equal to those indicated in the following table. Earth pressures will be
influenced by structural design of the walls, conditions of wall restraint, methods of construction
and/or compaction and the strength of the materials being restrained. Two wall restraint
conditions are shown. Active earth pressure is commonly used for design of free-standing
cantilever retaining walls and assumes wall movement. The "at-rest" condition assumes no wall
movement. The recommended design lateral earth pressures do not include a factor of safety
and do not provide for possible hydrostatic pressure on the walls.
For active pressure movement
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Earth Pressure Coefficient for Equivalent Fluid
Surcharge Earth
Conditions Backfill Type Density(pcf)
Pressure, Pressure,
p(psf) p2 (psf)
Active(Ka)
Imported Fill -0.27 35 0.27)S 35)H
Lean Clay-0.41 49 0.41)S 49)H
At-Rest(Ko)
Imported Fill -0.43 56 0.43)S 56)H
Lean Clay-0.58 70 0.58)S 70)H
Imported Fill -3.69 480
Passive(Kp)
Lean Clay-2.46 295
Applicable conditions to the above include:
O For active earth pressure, wall must rotate about base, with top lateral movements of about
0.002 H to 0.004 H, where H is wall height;
O For passive earth pressure to develop, wall must move horizontally to mobilize resistance;
O Uniform surcharge, where S is surcharge pressure;
In-situ soil backfill weight a maximum of 120 pcf;
Horizontal backfill, compacted between 95 and 98 percent of maximum dry unit weight as
determined by ASTM D698;
c Loading from heavy compaction equipment not included;
No hydrostatic pressures acting on wall;
n No dynamic loading;
No safety factor included in soil parameters; and
Ignore passive pressure in frost zone.
To control hydrostatic pressure behind the wall we recommend that a drain be installed at the
foundation wall with a collection pipe leading to a reliable discharge. If this is not possible, then
combined hydrostatic and lateral earth pressures should be calculated for lean clay backfill using
an equivalent fluid weighing 90 and 100 pcf for active and at-rest conditions, respectively. For
granular backfill, an equivalent fluid weighing 85 and 90 pcf should be used for active and at-rest,
respectively. These pressures do not include the influence of surcharge, equipment or floor
loading, which should be added. Heavy equipment should not operate within a distance closer
than the exposed height of retaining walls to prevent lateral pressures more than those provided.
4.7 Pavements
4.7.1 Pavements — Subgrade Preparation
On most project sites, the site grading is accomplished relatively early in the construction phase.
Fills are typically placed and compacted in a uniform manner. However as construction proceeds,
the subgrade may be disturbed due to utility excavations, construction traffic, desiccation, or
rainfall/snow melt. As a result, the pavement subgrade may not be suitable for pavement
construction and corrective action will be required. The subgrade should be carefully evaluated
at the time of pavement construction for signs of disturbance or instability. We recommend the
pavement subgrade be thoroughly proofrolled with a loaded tandem-axle dump truck prior to final
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grading and paving. All pavement areas should be moisture conditioned and properly compacted
to the recommendations in this report immediately prior to paving.
4.7.2 Pavements — Design Recommendations
Design of new privately-maintained pavements for the project has been based on the procedures
described by the National Asphalt Pavement Associations (NAPA) and the American Concrete
Institute (ACI).
We assumed the following design parameters for NAPA flexible pavement thickness design:
El Automobile Parking Areas
Class I - Parking stalls and parking lots for cars and pick-up trucks, with
Equivalent Single Axle Load (ESAL) up to 7,000 over 20 years
0 Main Traffic Corridors
Class II — Parking lots with a maximum of 10 trucks per day with Equivalent
Single Axle Load (ESAL) up to 27,000 over 20 years (Including trash trucks)
Subgrade Soil Characteristics
USCS Classification — CL, classified by NAPA as poor
We assumed the following design parameters for ACI rigid pavement thickness design based
upon the average daily truck traffic (ADTT):
Automobile Parking Areas
ACI Category A: Automobile parking with an ADTT of 1 over 20 years
Main Traffic Corridors
ACI Category A: Automobile parking area and service lanes with an ADTT of
up to 10 over 20 years
Subgrade Soil Characteristics
USCS Classification — CL
71 Concrete modulus of rupture value of 600 psi
We should be contacted to confirm and/or modify the recommendations contained herein if actual
traffic volumes differ from the assumed values shown above.
Recommended alternatives for flexible and rigid pavements are summarized for each traffic area
as follows:
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Recommended Pavement Thicknesses(Inches)
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Aggregate base course (if used on the site) should consist of a blend of sand and gravel which
meets strict specifications for quality and gradation. Use of materials meeting Colorado
Department of Transportation (CDOT) Class 5 or 6 specifications is recommended for aggregate
base course. Aggregate base course should be placed in lifts not exceeding 6 inches and
compacted to a minimum of 95 percent of the maximum dry unit weight as determined by ASTM
D698.
Asphaltic concrete should be composed of a mixture of aggregate,filler and additives(if required)
and approved bituminous material. The asphalt concrete should conform to approved mix
designs stating the Superpave properties, optimum asphalt content, job mix formula and
recommended mixing and placing temperatures. Aggregate used in asphalt concrete should
meet particular gradations. Material meeting CDOT Grading S specifications or equivalent is
recommended for asphalt concrete. Mix designs should be submitted prior to construction to
verify their adequacy. Asphalt material should be placed in maximum 3-inch lifts and compacted
within a range of 92 to 96 percent of the theoretical maximum (Rice) density (ASTM D2041).
Where rigid pavements are used, the concrete should be produced from an approved mix design
with the following minimum properties:
Properties Value
Compressive strength 4,000 psi
Cement type Type I or II portland cement
Entrained air content(%) 5 to 8
Concrete aggregate ASTM C33 and CDOT section 703
Concrete should be deposited by truck mixers or agitators and placed a maximum of 90 minutes
from the time the water is added to the mix. Longitudinal and transverse joints should be provided
as needed in concrete pavements for expansion/contraction and isolation per ACI 325. The
location and extent of joints should be based upon the final pavement geometry.
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Although not required for structural support, a minimum 4-inch thick aggregate base course layer
is recommended for the PCC pavements to help reduce the potential for slab curl, shrinkage
cracking, and subgrade "pumping" through joints. Proper joint spacing will also be required for
PCC pavements to prevent excessive slab curling and shrinkage cracking. All joints should be
sealed to prevent entry of foreign material and dowelled where necessary for load transfer.
For areas subject to concentrated and repetitive loading conditions (if any) such as dumpster
pads, truck delivery docks and ingress/egress aprons, we recommend using a portland cement
concrete pavement with a thickness of at least 6 inches underlain by at least 4 inches of granular
base. Prior to placement of the granular base, the areas should be thoroughly proofrolled. For
dumpster pads, the concrete pavement area should be large enough to support the container and
tipping axle of the refuse truck.
Pavement performance is affected by its surroundings. In addition to providing preventive
maintenance, the civil engineer should consider the following recommendations in the design and
layout of pavements:
Site grades should slope a minimum of 2 percent away from the pavements;
The subgrade and the pavement surface have a minimum 2 percent slope to promote proper
surface drainage;
Consider appropriate edge drainage and pavement under drain systems;
Install pavement drainage surrounding areas anticipated for frequent wetting;
Install joint sealant and seal cracks immediately;
Seal all landscaped areas in, or adjacent to pavements to reduce moisture migration to
subgrade soils; and
Placing compacted, low permeability backfill against the exterior side of curb and gutter.
4.7.3 Pavements — Construction Considerations
Openings in pavement, such as landscape islands, are sources for water infiltration into
surrounding pavements. Water collects in the islands and migrates into the surrounding subgrade
soils thereby degrading support of the pavement. This is especially applicable for islands with
raised concrete curbs, irrigated foliage, and low permeability near-surface soils. The civil design
for the pavements with these conditions should include features to restrict or to collect and
discharge excess water from the islands. Examples of features are edge drains connected to the
storm water collection system or other suitable outlet and impermeable barriers preventing lateral
migration of water such as a cutoff wall installed to a depth below the pavement structure.
4.7.4 Pavements — Maintenance
Preventative maintenance should be planned and provided for an ongoing pavement
management program in order to enhance future pavement performance. Preventive
maintenance consists of both localized maintenance (e.g. crack and joint sealing and patching)
and global maintenance (e.g. surface sealing). Preventative maintenance is usually the first
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priority when implementing a planned pavement maintenance program and provides the highest
return on investment for pavements.
5.0 GENERAL COMMENTS
Terracon should be retained to review the final design plans and specifications so comments can
be made regarding interpretation and implementation of our geotechnical recommendations in
the design and specifications. Terracon also should be retained to provide observation and testing
services during grading, excavation, foundation construction and other earth-related construction
phases of the project.
The analysis and recommendations presented in this report are based upon the data obtained
from the borings performed at the indicated locations and from other information discussed in this
report. This report does not reflect variations that may occur between borings, across the site, or
due to the modifying effects of construction or weather. The nature and extent of such variations
may not become evident until during or after construction. If variations appear, we should be
immediately notified so that further evaluation and supplemental recommendations can be
provided.
The scope of services for this project does not include either specifically or by implication any
environmental or biological(e.g., mold,fungi,and bacteria)assessment of the site or identification
or prevention of pollutants, hazardous materials or conditions. If the owner is concerned about
the potential for such contamination or pollution, other studies should be undertaken.
This report has been prepared for the exclusive use of our client for specific application to the
project discussed and has been prepared in accordance with generally accepted geotechnical
engineering practices. No warranties, either express or implied, are intended or made. Site
safety, excavation support, and dewatering requirements are the responsibility of others. In the
event that changes in the nature, design, or location of the project as described in this report are
planned, the conclusions and recommendations contained in this report shall not be considered
valid unless Terracon reviews the changes and either verifies or modifies the conclusions of this
report in writing.
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APPENDIX A
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Field Exploration Description
The locations of borings were placed to generally cover the majority of the site outside the area
covered by a large soil stockpile. The borings were located in the field by using a handheld GPS
unit. The ground surface elevation was surveyed at each boring location referencing the
temporary benchmark shown on Exhibit A-2 using an engineer's level.
The borings were drilled with a CME-55 truck-mounted rotary drill rig with solid-stem augers.
During the drilling operations, lithologic logs of the borings were recorded by the field engineer.
Disturbed samples were obtained at selected intervals utilizing a 2-inch outside diameter split-
spoon sampler and a 3-inch outside diameter ring-barrel sampler. Disturbed bulk samples were
obtained from auger cuttings. Penetration resistance values were recorded in a manner similar to
the standard penetration test (SPT). This test consists of driving the sampler into the ground with
a 140-pound hammer free-falling through a distance of 30 inches. The number of blows required
to advance the ring-barrel sampler 12 inches (18 inches for standard split-spoon samplers, final
12 inches are recorded) or the interval indicated, is recorded as a standard penetration resistance
value (N-value). The blow count values are indicated on the boring logs at the respective sample
depths. Ring-barrel sample blow counts are not considered N-values.
A CME automatic SPT hammer was used to advance the samplers in the borings performed on this
site. A greater efficiency is typically achieved with the automatic hammer compared to the
conventional safety hammer operated with a cathead and rope. Published correlations between the
SPT values and soil properties are based on the lower efficiency cathead and rope method. This
higher efficiency affects the standard penetration resistance blow count value by increasing the
penetration per hammer blow over what would be obtained using the cathead and rope method. The
effect of the automatic hammer's efficiency has been considered in the interpretation and analysis of
the subsurface information for this report.
The standard penetration test provides a reasonable indication of the in-place density of sandy
type materials, but only provides an indication of the relative stiffness of cohesive materials since
the blow count in these soils may be affected by the moisture content of the soil. In addition,
considerable care should be exercised in interpreting the N-values in gravelly soils, particularly
where the size of the gravel particle exceeds the inside diameter of the sampler.
Groundwater measurements were obtained in the borings at the time of site exploration and
several days after drilling. After subsequent groundwater measurements were obtained, the
borings were backfilled with auger cuttings. Some settlement of the backfill may occur and should
be repaired as soon as possible.
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APPENDIX B
LABORATORY TESTING
REPORT TERMINOLOGY
Based on ASTM D653)
Expansive Potential The potential of a soil to expand (increase in volume)due to absorption of moisture.
Finished Grade The final grade created as a part of the project.
Footing A portion of the foundation of a structure that transmits loads directly to the soil.
Foundation The lower part of a structure that transmits the loads to the soil or bedrock.
Frost Depth The depth at which the ground becomes frozen during the winter season.
A foundation element or wall,typically constructed of reinforced concrete, used to span between
Grade Beam
other foundation elements such as drilled piers.
Groundwater Subsurface water found in the zone of saturation of soils or within fractures in bedrock.
Heave Upward movement.
Lithologic The characteristics which describe the composition and texture of soil and rock by observation.
Native Grade The naturally occurring ground surface.
Native Soil Naturally occurring on-site soil, sometimes referred to as natural soil.
Optimum Moisture The water content at which a soil can be compacted to a maximum dry unit weight by a given
Content compactive effort.
Groundwater, usually of limited area maintained above a normal water elevation by the
Perched Water
presence of an intervening relatively impervious continuous stratum.
Scarify To mechanically loosen soil or break down existing soil structure.
Settlement Downward movement.
Skin Friction(Side The frictional resistance developed between soil and an element of the structure such as a
Shear) drilled pier.
Sediments or other unconsolidated accumulations of solid particles produced by the physical
Soil(Earth) and chemical disintegration of rocks, and which may or may not contain organic matter.
Strain The change in length per unit of length in a given direction.
Stress The force per unit area acting within a soil mass.
Strip To remove from present location.
Subbase A layer of specified material in a pavement system between the subgrade and base course.
Subgrade The soil prepared and compacted to support a structure, slab or pavement system.
Exhibit C-6
REPORT TERMINOLOGY
Based on ASTM D653)
Allowable Soil The recommended maximum contact stress developed at the interface of the foundation
Bearing Capacity element and the supporting material.
Soil, the constituents of which have been transported in suspension by flowing water andAlluvium
subsequently deposited by sedimentation.
Aggregate Base A layer of specified material placed on a subgrade or subbase usually beneath slabs or
Course pavements.
Backfill A specified material placed and compacted in a confined area.
A natural aggregate of mineral grains connected by strong and permanent cohesive forces.
Bedrock Usually requires drilling, wedging, blasting or other methods of extraordinary force for
excavation.
Bench A horizontal surface in a sloped deposit.
Caisson(Drilled A concrete foundation element cast in a circular excavation which may have an enlarged base.
Pier or Shaft) Sometimes referred to as a cast-in-place pier or drilled shaft.
Coefficient of A constant proportionality factor relating normal stress and the corresponding shear stress at
Friction which sliding starts between the two surfaces.
Coll/iv/umSoil, the constituents of which have been deposited chiefly by gravity such as at the foot of a
slope or cliff.
Compaction The densification of a soil by means of mechanical manipulation
Concrete Slab-on- A concrete surface layer cast directly upon a base, subbase or subgrade, and typically used
Grade as a floor system.
Differential
Unequal settlement or heave between, or within foundation elements of structure.Movement
Earth Pressure The pressure exerted by soil on any boundary such as a foundation wall.
ESAL
Equivalent Single Axle Load, a criteria used to convert traffic to a uniform standard, (18,000
pound axle loads).
Specified material placed and compacted to specified density and/or moisture conditionsEngineeredFill
under observations of a representative of a geotechnical engineer.
A hypothetical fluid having a unit weight such that it will produce a pressure against a lateral
support presumed to be equivalent to that produced by the actual soil. This simplifiedEquivalentFluid
approach is valid only when deformation conditions are such that the pressure increases
linearly with depth and the wall friction is neglected.
Existing Fill(or
Materials deposited throughout the action of man prior to exploration of the site.Man-Made Fill)
Existing Grade The ground surface at the time of field exploration.
Exhibit C-5
LABORATORY TEST
SIGNIFICANCE AND PURPOSE
Test Significance Purpose
Used to evaluate the potential strength of subgrade soil,
California Bearing subbase, and base course material, including recycled Pavement Thickness
Ratio
materials for use in road and airfield pavements.
Design
Used to develop an estimate of both the rate and amount of
Consolidation
both differential and total settlement of a structure.
Foundation Design
Used to determine the consolidated drained shear strength Bearing Capacity,
Direct Shear
of soil or rock.
Foundation Design,
and Slope Stability
Used to determine the in-place density of natural, inorganic, Index Property SoilDryDensityfine-grained soils. Behavior
Used to measure the expansive potential of fine-grained soil Foundation and Slab
Expansion
and to provide a basis for swell potential classification. Design
Used for the quantitative determination of the distribution of
Gradation
particle sizes in soil.
Soil Classification
Used as an integral part of engineering classification
Liquid& Plastic Limit,
systems to characterize the fine-grained fraction of soils, and Soil Classification
Plasticity Index
to specify the fine-grained fraction of construction materials.
Used to determine the capacity of soil or rock to conduct a Groundwater Flow
Permeability liquid or gas. Analysis
pH Used to determine the degree of acidity or alkalinity of a soil. Corrosion Potential
Used to indicate the relative ability of a soil medium to carry
Resistivity Corrosion Potential
electrical currents.
Used to evaluate the potential strength of subgrade soil,
R-Value subbase, and base course material, including recycled Pavement Thickness
Design
materials for use in road and airfield pavements.
Used to determine the quantitative amount of soluble
Soluble Sulfate Corrosion Potential
sulfates within a soil mass.
To obtain the approximate compressive strength of soils that Bearing Capacity
Unconfined
possess sufficient cohesion to permit testing in the Analysis for
Compression
unconfined state. Foundations
Used to determine the quantitative amount of water in a soil Index Property Soil
Water Content
mass. Behavior
Exhibit C-4
DESCRIPTION OF ROCK PROPERTIES
WEATHERING
Fresh Rock fresh, crystals bright,few joints may show slight staining. Rock rings under hammer if crystalline.
Very slight Rock generally fresh, joints stained, some joints may show thin clay coatings, crystals in broken face show
bright. Rock rings under hammer if crystalline.
Slight Rock generally fresh, joints stained, and discoloration extends into rock up to 1 in. Joints may contain clay. In
granitoid rocks some occasional feldspar crystals are dull and discolored. Crystalline rocks ring under hammer.
Moderate Significant portions of rock show discoloration and weathering effects. In granitoid rocks, most feldspars are dull
and discolored; some show clayey. Rock has dull sound under hammer and shows significant loss of strength
as compared with fresh rock.
Moderately severe All rock except quartz discolored or stained. In granitoid rocks, all feldspars dull and discolored and majority
show kaolinization. Rock shows severe loss of strength and can be excavated with geologist's pick.
Severe All rock except quartz discolored or stained. Rock "fabric" clear and evident, but reduced in strength to strong
soil. In granitoid rocks, all feldspars kaolinized to some extent. Some fragments of strong rock usually left.
Very severe All rock except quartz discolored or stained. Rock "fabric" discernible, but mass effectively reduced to "soil"with
only fragments of strong rock remaining.
Complete Rock reduced to"soil". Rock"fabric" not discernible or discernible only in small, scattered locations. Quartz may
be present as dikes or stringers.
HARDNESS(for engineering description of rock—not to be confused with Moh's scale for minerals)
Very hard Cannot be scratched with knife or sharp pick. Breaking of hand specimens requires several hard blows of
geologist's pick.
Hard Can be scratched with knife or pick only with difficulty. Hard blow of hammer required to detach hand specimen.
Moderately hard Can be scratched with knife or pick. Gouges or grooves to in. deep can be excavated by hard blow of point of
a geologist's pick. Hand specimens can be detached by moderate blow.
Medium Can be grooved or gouged 1/16 in. deep by firm pressure on knife or pick point. Can be excavated in small
chips to pieces about 1-in. maximum size by hard blows of the point of a geologist's pick.
Soft Can be gouged or grooved readily with knife or pick point. Can be excavated in chips to pieces several inches in
size by moderate blows of a pick point. Small thin pieces can be broken by finger pressure.
Very soft Can be carved with knife. Can be excavated readily with point of pick. Pieces 1-in. or more in thickness can be
broken with finger pressure. Can be scratched readily by fingernail.
Joint,Bedding,and Foliation Spacing in Rock a
Spacing Joints Bedding/Foliation
Less than 2 in. Very close Very thin
2 in.—1 ft. Close Thin
1 ft.—3 ft.Moderately close Medium
3 ft.—10 ft. Wide Thick
More than 10 ft. Very wide Very thick
a. Spacing refers to the distance normal to the planes,of the described feature,which are parallel to each other or nearly so.
Rock Quality Designator(RQD)a Joint Openness Descriptors
RQD,as a percentage Diagnostic description Openness Descriptor
Exceeding 90 Excellent No Visible Separation Tight
90—75 Good Less than 1/32 in.Slightly Open
75—50 Fair 1/32 to 1/8 in.Moderately Open
50—25 Poor _ 1/8 to 3/8 in. Open
Less than 25 Very poor 3/8 in.to 0.1 ft. Moderately Wide
a. RQD(given as a percentage)=length of core in pieces Greater than 0.1 ft. Wide
4 in.and longer/length of run.
References: American Society of Civil Engineers. Manuals and Reports on Engineering Practice- No. 56. Subsurface Investigation for
Design and Construction of Foundations of Buildings. New York: American Society of Civil Engineers, 1976. U.S.
Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation. Engineering Geology Field Manual.
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UNIFIED SOIL CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM
Soil Classification
Criteria for Assigning Group Symbols and Group Names Using Laboratory Tests A
Group Group Name sSymbol
Gravels: Clean Gravels: Cu>-4 and 1 5 Cc<3E GW Well-graded gravel
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More than 50%retained
on No.200 sieve Sands: Clean Sands: Cu>_6 and 1 5 Cc 5 3 E SW Well-graded sand'
50%or more of coarse Less than 5%fines° Cu<6 and/or 1 >Cc>3E SP Poorly graded sand'
fraction passes No.4 Sands with Fines: Fines classify as ML or MH SM Silty sand G"''
sieve More than 12%fines° Fines classify as CL or CH SC Clayey sand G'"''
PI>7 and plots on or above"A"fine' CL Lean clay
ELM
Inorganic: K,L,M
Silts and Clays: PI<4 or plots below"A"Ii ne ML Silt
Liquid limit less than 50 Liquid limit-oven dried Organic clayK'L'M"
Fine-Grained Soils: Organic: 0.75 OL KLMo
50%or more passes the
Liquid limit not dried Organic
No.200 sieve
PI plots on or above"A"line CH Fat clay
ELM
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Silts and Clays: PI plots below"A"line MH Elastic Silt ''
Liquid limit 50 or more Liquid limit-oven dried Organic clayK'L,M'P
Organic: 0.75 OH K L M oLiquidlimit-not dried Organic silt L
Highly organic soils: Primarily organic matter,dark in color,and organic odor PT Peat
A Based on the material passing the 3-inch(75-mm)sieve If fines are organic,add"with organic fines"to group name.
E
If field sample contained cobbles or boulders,or both,add"with cobbles ' If soil contains>_15%gravel,add"with gravel"to group name.
or boulders,or both"to group name. If Atterberg limits plot in shaded area,soil is a CL-ML,silty clay.
Gravels with 5 to 12%fines require dual symbols: GW-GM well-graded K If soil contains 15 to 29%plus No.200,add"with sand"or"with gravel,"
gravel with silt,GW-GC well-graded gravel with clay,GP-GM poorly whichever is predominant.
graded gravel with silt,GP-GC poorly graded gravel with clay. L If soil contains>30%plus No.200 predominantly sand,add"sandy"to
Sands with 5 to 12%fines require dual symbols: SW-SM well-graded group name.
sand with silt,SW-SC well-graded sand with clay,SP-SM poorly graded M If soil contains>30%plus No.200,predominantly gravel,add
sand with silt,SP-SC poorly graded sand with clay gravelly'to group name.
s PI>4 and plots on or above"A"line.
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Dao) PI<4 or plots below"A"line.
D10 x Dso P PI plots on or above"A"line.
F If soil contains>_15%sand,add"with sand"to group name.
PI plots below"A"line.
c If fines classify as CL-ML,use dual symbol GC-GM,or SC-SM.
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GENERAL NOTES
DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS AND ABBREVIATIONS
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over time. In low permeability soils,
accurate determination of groundwater OVA) Organic Vapor Analyzer
levels is not possible with short term water
level observations.
DESCRIPTIVE SOIL CLASSIFICATION
Soil classification is based on the Unified Soil Classification System. Coarse Grained Soils have more than 50%of their dry
weight retained on a#200 sieve;their principal descriptors are: boulders, cobbles,gravel or sand. Fine Grained Soils have
less than 50%of their dry weight retained on a#200 sieve;they are principally described as clays if they are plastic,and
silts if they are slightly plastic or non-plastic. Major constituents may be added as modifiers and minor constituents may be
added according to the relative proportions based on grain size. In addition to gradation,coarse-grained soils are defined
on the basis of their in-place relative density and fine-grained soils on the basis of their consistency.
LOCATION AND ELEVATION NOTES
Unless otherwise noted, Latitude and Longitude are approximately determined using a hand-held GPS device.The accuracy
of such devices is variable. Surface elevation data annotated with+/-indicates that no actual topographical survey was
conducted to confirm the surface elevation. Instead,the surface elevation was approximately determined from topographic
maps of the area.
RELATIVE DENSITY OF COARSE-GRAINED SOILS CONSISTENCY OF FINE-GRAINED SOILS
50%or more passing the No.200 sieve.)
More than 50%retained on No.200 sieve.) Consistency determined by laboratory shear strength testing,field
Density determined by Standard Penetration Resistance visual-manual procedures or standard penetration resistance
i) Descriptive Term Standard Penetration or Descriptive Term Unconfined Compressive Strength Standard Penetration or
E (Density) N-Value Consistency)Qu,(psf)N-Value
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Hard 8,000 30
RELATIVE PROPORTIONS OF SAND AND GRAVEL GRAIN SIZE TERMINOLOGY
Descriptive Term(s)Percent of Major Component
Particle SizeofotherconstituentsDryWeightofSample
Trace 15 Boulders Over 12 in.(300 mm)
With 15-29 Cobbles 12 in.to 3 in.(300mm to 75mm)
Modifier 30 Gravel 3 in.to#4 sieve(75mm to 4.75 mm)
Sand 4 to#200 sieve(4.75mm to 0.075mm
Silt or Clay Passing#200 sieve(0.075mm)
RELATIVE PROPORTIONS OF FINES PLASTICITY DESCRIPTION
Descriptive Term(s)Percent of Term Plasticity Index
of other constituents Dry Weight
Non-plastic 0
Trace 5 Low 1 -10
With 5-12 Medium 11 -30
Modifier 12 High 30
lierracon Exhibit: C-1
APPENDIX C
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS
Colorado®
Analytical Analytical Results
LABORATORIES. INC. TASK NO: 160216054
Report To:Eric D. Bernhardt Bill To:Accounts Payable
Company:Terracon, Inc. -Fort Collins Company:Terracon, Inc. -Lenexa
1901 Sharp Point Drive 13910 W. 96th Terrace
Suite C Lenexa KS 66215
Fort Collins CO 80525
Task No.: 160216054 Date Received: 2/16/16
Client PO: Date Reported: 2/23/16
Client Project: Wilmark Building 20165012A Matrix: Soil -Geotech
Customer Sample ID 1 @ 2
Lab Number: 160216054-01
Test Result Method
Sulfate-Water Soluble 0.018% AASHTO T290-91/ASTM D4327
Customer Sample ID 3 @ 2
Lab Number: 160216054-02
Test Result Method
Sulfate-Water Soluble 0.009% AASHTO T290-91/ASTM D4327
Customer Sample ID 7 @ 4
Lab Number: 160216054-03
Test Result Method
Sulfate-Water Soluble 0.018% AASHTO T290-91/ASTM D4327
Abbreviations/References:
AASHTO-American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials.
ASTM-American Society for Testing and Materials.
ASA-American Society of Agronomy. r r f
DIPRA-Ductile Iron Pipe Research Association Handbook of Ductile Iron Pipe.
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RESISTANCE R-VALUE & EXPANSION
PRESSURE OF COMPACTED SOIL
AASHTO T190
CLIENT: Eldon James Corporation DATE OF TEST: 16-Feb-16
PROJECT:Wil Mark Building/Eldon James Building
LOCATION: Top 5 feet Bulk
TERRACON NO. 20155012A CLASSIFICATION: LEAN CLAY WITH SAND
SAMPLE DATA TEST RESULTS
TEST SPECIMEN NO. 1 2 3
COMPACTION PRESSURE (PSI) 50 75 100
DENSITY (PCF) 103.3 101.3 101.1
MOISTURE CONTENT (%) 24.4 27.0 30.3
EXPANSION PRESSURE (PSI)0.16 0.37 0.19
HORIZONTAL PRESSURE @ 160 PSI 146 138 135
SAMPLE HEIGHT (INCHES) 2.49 2.60 2.51
EXUDATION PRESSURE (PSI)234.9 345.6 402.4
CORRECTED R-VALUE 5.1 9.3 11.6
UNCORRECTED R-VALUE 5.1 9.0 11.6
R-VALUE @ 300 PSI EXUDATION PRESSURE = 1 8
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EXHIBIT: B-12
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F Strain Rate: in/min
Remarks:
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35 22 13 84
PROJECT: Wil Mark Building
PROJECT NUMBER: 20165012Aw
SITE: Northeast of Technology Parkway and lerraconoPrecisionDrive CLIENT: Eldon James Corporation
Fort Collins,Colorado Denver,Colorado
O 1901 Sharp Point Drive,Suite C
Fort Collins, Coloradog EXHIBIT: B-11
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27 21 6 69
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I- SITE: Northeast of Technology Parkway and lie rra co n CLIENT: Eldon James Corporation
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3 Fort Collins,Colorado EXHIBIT: B-9
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GRAIN SIZE DISTRIBUTION
ASTM D422
U.S.SIEVE OPENING IN INCHES I U.S.SIEVE NUMBERS I HYDROMETER
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GRAIN SIZE DISTRIBUTION
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o Fort Collins,Colorado EXHIBIT: B-4
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1- PROJECT NUMBER: 20165012AU)
I- SITE: Northeast of Technology Parkway and Terra c0 noPrecisionDrive CLIENT: Eldon James Corporation
1- Fort Collins,Colorado Denver,Colorado
O 1901 Sharp Point Drive,Suite C
m Fort Collins,Colorado EXHIBIT: B-3
ATTERBERG LIMITS RESULTS
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N • 1 9- 10 27 21 6 69 CL-ML SANDY SILTY CLAY
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m 2 4-5 35 22 13 84 CL LEAN CLAY with SAND
N A 3 9- 10 26 14 12 51 CL SANDY LEAN CLAY
4 2-3 34 15 19 80 CL LEAN CLAY with SAND
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0 5 14-15 20 15 5 42 SC-SM SILTY,CLAYEY SAND
0 6 4-5.5 33 19 14 51 CL SANDY LEAN CLAY
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m Fort Collins,Colorado EXHIBIT: B-2
Geotechnical Engineering Report
Wil Mark Building Fort Collins, Colorado lierracon
March 3, 2016 Terracon Project No. 20165012A
Laboratory Testing Description
The soil and bedrock samples retrieved during the field exploration were returned to the laboratory
for observation by the project geotechnical engineer. At that time, the field descriptions were
reviewed and an applicable laboratory testing program was formulated to determine engineering
properties of the subsurface materials.
Laboratory tests were conducted on selected soil and bedrock samples. The results of these
tests are presented on the boring logs and in this appendix. The test results were used for the
geotechnical engineering analyses, and the development of foundation and earthwork
recommendations. The laboratory tests were performed in general accordance with applicable
locally accepted standards. Soil samples were classified in general accordance with the Unified
Soil Classification System described in Appendix C. Rock samples were visually classified in
general accordance with the description of rock properties presented in Appendix C. Procedural
standards noted in this report are for reference to methodology in general. In some cases variations
to methods are applied as a result of local practice or professional judgment.
Water content Plasticity index
Grain-size distribution Dry density
Consolidation/swell R-value
Compressive strength Water-soluble sulfate content
Responsive Resourceful Reliable Exhibit B-1