I have performed a geotechnical exploration for a proposed parking lot. The area planned for construction is currently a field and will require 3-4 feet of fill from present ground surface in order to meet required grades. The site is approximately 150' by 350' and was explored with test pits in...
During the installation of a french drain around the perimeter of a residence, water was encountered which appeared to be septic based on smell. We therefore have reason to believe that the septic tank is leaching.
We are also in the process of obtaining samples and sending to a lab for testing...
Does anyone have a helpful reference for this calculation? Is it possible to use a rainfall intensity value from an IDF curve with the roof and gutter geometry? What about the rational method?
Thanks for any replies.
I am currently involved in the paving portion of a large commercial project. The Marshall Value for the binder that has been forwarded to me by the asphalt lab is 168.7 lb/cf. This seems incredibly high to me, as the highest dry value I have ever measured was around 150. I have requested the mix...
Hello all,
I work for a small firm and help manage our geotechnical and materials (concrete, mortar, grout, structural steel) testing among other things. I am an EIT, with just about a year's worth of experience.
We are handling the materials testing for a large retail center. Type S (1800...
