Bearing Capacity of Bedrock
Bearing Capacity of Bedrock
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If we could put a number on the bearing capacity of bedrock, what would it be? i.e. what is the lowest number that could be used (conservative)? I need to make a strength comparison.
Thanks in advance
Thanks in advance





RE: Bearing Capacity of Bedrock
RE: Bearing Capacity of Bedrock
RE: Bearing Capacity of Bedrock
RE: Bearing Capacity of Bedrock
Here's where the body is buried: These values are based on laboratory testing of INTACT rock samples. The presence of joints, the condition of the joints, the orientation of joints, the presence of ground water and natural structural layering(s) can have a dramatic affect.
In summary: You have to define "bedrock", you have to characterize the "bedrock" and you have to do a field study to understand the nature of the defects. Then you can work up the bearing pressure. Here's where "oriented core" can become relavent. . . .
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RE: Bearing Capacity of Bedrock