Correcting the Blow Counts
Correcting the Blow Counts
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Do we always need to correct the blow counts (N) for overburden pressure before determining the bearing capacity and settlement? I have seen clac's done both ways. I am designing shallow foundations (spread and wall footings)slightly above groundwater table and in some locations 1' below water table. Have a 3' min. frost depth.
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RE: Correcting the Blow Counts
I use some older formulas without corrections because they have some desirable properties or give better results for certain soils.