Plate Load Test

[geomane]

I have a project that is requiring 3 plate load tests to be performed at depths of 2 feet below existing grades to determine the modulus of subgrade reaction per ASTM D 1196. The project is for a relatively small parking lot, maybe 100' x 100'.

What do you typically use for your reaction force to perform the test? The project is not currently under construction, so I will have to bring in whatever equipment I decide to use.

 

[geomane]

Okiryu, we are scheduled to run the tests next Tuesday. I will take some photos of the set-up and let you know how it goes.

 

[Okiryu]

Nice...Good luck !!

 

[geomane]

Here are some photos of the plate load tests. Everything ended up going smoothly.

 

[geomane]

Here is the other photo.

 

[Okiryu]

It is nice to hear that everything went okay. Thanks also for sharing the photos.