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Load Combination for Settlement Calculation

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NBRY1

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When estimating settlement using the ASD load combinations, should Wind be included; since it is not a static load?
 
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The live load combination needs to be imposed long enough for the material to settle, this depends on if your subsurface conditions are free draining or low permeability.
 
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