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What is EG & FG elevation

What is EG & FG elevation

What is EG & FG elevation

(OP)
On many site plans i put an EG and FG
elevation just because its company policy.
I just make them up. What is the real
difference between them? does anyone know
what they stand for?

RE: What is EG & FG elevation

EG = Existing Grade

FG = Finished Grade

Often, there is a difference, as most construction sites are 'leveled' by means of excavating or by placing 'engineered fill'.

RE: What is EG & FG elevation

You make them up??  Then people who bid on it for excavation might get screwed or lucky.

RE: What is EG & FG elevation

I agree with COEng.  Not just for cut:fill analysis, but the results will affect drainage, roadway grades, ADA accessability, U/G utility cover and more.

Jiminem2, what happens with these elevations you "just make up"?  Who seals these fictitious grades?

Engineering is the practice of the art of science - Steve

RE: What is EG & FG elevation

Good Grief! Or should I say bad grief!

RE: What is EG & FG elevation

lol- You made me laugh - thanks

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