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    IBC Seismic Site Classification

    I need HELP. This question keeps coming up and everyone seems to have their own opinion. This is a Building Code issue so I would think there should only be 1 answer. Do I consider BEDROCK (N=100) in the upper 100 ft of Soil Profile. It greatly impacts the Site Classification. Some peope...
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    IBC Seismic Site Classification

    I am persistently questioned with respect to the IBC Site Classification for subgrade conditions especially when designating an "E" site (Soft Soil Profile). In many cases, we have a loose sand or soft clay that marginally does not conform to the specific IBC characteristics (liquefaction, high...
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    preliminary mounding analysis

    I am asked to review a stormwater infiltration system which will be within 20 ft of a 10 ft retaining wall. The concern is potential water mounding behind the wall. I believe somewhere in the past, I saw a Table showing approximate drawdown curves for varying permeability soils without getting...

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