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Overturning Question
I had a feeling the 2 ft diameter by 4 ft deep foundation would not cut it. Also, the issue of excavations within 5 or 6 feet of the edge of the footing is something to consider. Thanks for the pointers..- MechEng27
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- Forum: Foundation engineering
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Overturning Question
I have a lighting pole 30 ft high (w/ a cantilever arm at top) that has a total bending moment of 20,000 ft lbs. This pole is supported by a foundation pad that is 2 ft diameter and 4 ft deep. If the pad is fully embedded in the soil (will be a clayey Georgia soil with lat. pressure about...- MechEng27
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- Forum: Foundation engineering
