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GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING INVESTIGATION
CARNAHAN RESIDENCE
3923 COUNTY ROAD 311
GARFIELD COUNTY, COLORADO
Prepared For:
DAVID RIPPY CONSTRUCTION, INC.
3950 Midland Avenue, Unit F2
Glenwood Springs, CO 81601
Attention: David Rippy
Project No. GS06406.000-120
December 27, 2019
234 Center Drive Glenwood Springs, Colorado 81601
Telephone: 970-945-2809 Fax: 970-945-7411
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SCOPE 1
SUMMARY OF CONCLUSIONS 1
SITE CONDITIONS 2
PROPOSED CONSTRUCTION 3
GEOLOGIC CONDITIONS 3
SUBSURFACE CONDITIONS 3
SITE EARTHWORK 5
Excavations 5
Subexcavation and Structural Fill 5
Foundation Wall Backfill 6
FOUNDATION 6
SLAB -ON -GRADE CONSTRUCTION 8
FOUNDATION WALLS 9
SUBSURFACE DRAINAGE 10
SURFACE DRAINAGE 10
CONCRETE 11
CONSTRUCTION OBSERVATIONS 12
STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING SERVICES 12
GEOTECHNICAL RISK 13
LIMITATIONS 14
FIGURE 1 — VICINITY MAP
FIGURE 2 — AERIAL PHOTOGRAPH
FIGURE 3 — LOCATIONS OF EXPLORATORY PITS
FIGURE 4 — SUMMARY LOGS OF EXPLORATORY PITS
FIGURE 5 — FOUNDATION WALL DRAIN CONCEPT
TABLE I — SUMMARY OF LABORATORY TESTING
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This report presents the results of our geotechnical engineering investiga-
tion for the Carnahan Residence proposed at 3923 County Road 311 in Garfield
County, Colorado. The scope of our geotechnical engineering investigation was
set forth in our Proposal No. GS 19-0267. Our report was prepared from data
developed from our field exploration, laboratory testing, engineering analysis,
and our experience with similar conditions. This report includes a description of
the subsurface conditions found in our exploratory borings and presents geotech-
nical engineering recommendations for design and construction of foundations,
floor systems, below -grade walls, subsurface drain systems and details influ-
enced by the subsoils. A summary of our conclusions is below.
SUMMARY OF CONCLUSIONS
Subsurface conditions encountered in our exploratory pits were
about 3 inches of topsoil over silty sandy clay to the total explored
depth of 10 feet. Free groundwater was not found in our explora-
tory pits at the time of excavation.
Our experience in the area indicates the silty sandy clay possesses
the potential for consolidation when wetted under building loads.
The residence can be constructed on footing foundations, provided
the soils below the entire area of the building footprint are subexca-
vated to a depth of at least 3 feet. The excavated soils can be mois-
ture -treated and replaced as densely -compacted, structural fill. The
subexcavation process and design criteria for footings are in the re-
port.
Floors in the basement and garage areas will likely be slabs -on -
grade. After the recommended subexcavation and recompaction
process is accomplished below building footprint, we anticipate
good performance of slabs -on -grade supported by an at least 3 -foot
thickness of moisture -treated, densely -compacted structural fill.
The residence should be provided with a perimeter foundation drain
around below -grade areas. Surface drainage should be designed
to rapidly convey surface water away from the building.
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SITE CONDITIONS
The Carnahan Residence is proposed at 3923 County Road 311 in Gar-
field County, Colorado. A vicinity map with the location of the site is shown on
Figure 1. The lot is a 100 -acre parcel accessed by County Road 311. An aerial
photograph of the site is shown on Figure 2. County Road 311, Divide Creek,
and an irrigation ditch run north -south through the property. A relatively flat area
that appears to have been historically irrigated is west of the road and Divide
Creek. The residence will be located west of the irrigated lands on a localized
topographic bench. The irrigation ditch trends to the north at the base of steep
slopes above and the west of the building site. Vegetation consists of grasses
with sparse sage brush. A photograph of the site is below.
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PROPOSED CONSTRUCTION
Architectural plans were not developed at the time of our geotechnical en-
gineering investigation. Based on conversations with the owner, we anticipate
the residence will be a two-story, wood -framed building with the lower level con-
structed as a walk -out basement. We do not know if a garage will be built. Slab -
on -grade floors are likely in basement and garage areas. Maximum excavation
depths will likely be on the order of 10 feet. Typical foundation loads for this type
of construction are about 1,000 to 3,000 pounds per linear foot of foundation wall
with maximum 50 -kip interior column loads. We should be provided with con-
struction plans, when available, so that we can provide geotechnical/geostruc-
tural engineering input.
GEOLOGIC CONDITIONS
We reviewed mapping by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) titled, "Re-
vised Preliminary Geologic Map of the New Castle Quadrangle, Garfield County,
Colorado", by Scott, and Shroba (dated 1997). The mapping indicates the over-
burden soils in the proposed building area consist of flood plain and stream chan-
nel deposits from relatively recent geologic time during the Holocene and Pleisto-
cene Epochs. Subsoils encountered in our exploratory pits excavated at the site
are consistent with the geologic mapping.
SUBSURFACE CONDITIONS
Subsurface conditions at the site were investigated by observing the exca-
vation of two exploratory pits (TP -1 and TP -2) at the approximate locations
shown on Figure 3. Subsoils encountered in our pits were logged by our engi-
neer, who obtained samples of the soils during excavation operations. Graphic
logs of the soils encountered in our exploratory pits are shown on Figure 4.
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Subsoils encountered in our exploratory pits were about 3 inches of topsoil
over sandy silty clay to the total explored depth of 10 feet. The soils were judged
as medium stiff and moist. Free groundwater was not encountered in the pits at
the time of excavation. The pits were backfilled immediately after drilling opera-
tions were completed. A photograph of the excavated soils is below.
Subsoil samples from our exploratory pits were returned to our laboratory
where field classifications were checked and representative samples were se-
lected for pertinent testing. Engineering index testing performed on two samples
indicated liquid limits of 25 and 27 percent and plasticity indices of 8 and 11 per-
cent. Laboratory testing results are summarized on Table I.
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SITE EARTHWORK
Excavations
Excavations at the site to construct the proposed residence can be ac-
complished using conventional, heavy-duty excavating equipment. From a
"trench" safety standpoint, sides of excavations need to be sloped or braced to
meet local, state and federal safety regulations. We expect the soils encoun-
tered in excavations will classify as Type B soils based on OSHA standards gov-
erning excavations. Temporary excavation slopes that are not retained should be
no steeper than 1 to 1 (horizontal to vertical) in Type B soils. Contractors are re-
sponsible for maintaining safe excavations.
Free groundwater was not encountered in our exploratory pits. We do not
anticipate excavations for the building foundation will penetrate the free ground-
water table. We recommend excavations be sloped to a gravity discharge or to a
temporary sump where water from precipitation can be removed by pumping.
Subexcavation and Structural Fill
Based on our field and laboratory data from the site, and our engineering
experience, we judge the sandy silty clay soils at the proposed building location
possess moderate potential for consolidation when wetted under building loads.
The residence can be constructed on a footing foundation and with a slab -on -
grade basement floor, provided the soils below the building are subexcavated to
a depth of at least 3 feet below planned bottom of footing elevation and replaced
with densely -compacted, structural fill. The subexcavation process should ex-
tend at least 1 foot beyond the edge of the building perimeter.
The subexcavated soils, free of organic matter, debris and rocks larger
than 3 inches in diameter can be re -used as structural fill. The structural fill soils
should be moisture -conditioned to within 2 percent of optimum moisture content
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and placed in loose lifts of 8 inches thick or Tess. Structural fill should be com-
pacted to at least 98 percent of standard Proctor (ASTM D 698) maximum dry
density. Moisture content and density of structural fill should be checked by a
representative of our firm during placement. Observation of the compaction pro-
cedure is necessary.
Foundation Wall Backfill
Proper placement and compaction of foundation backfill is important to re-
duce infiltration of surface water and settlement of backfill. The soils excavated
from the site can be used as backfill, provided they are free of rocks larger than
3 -inches in diameter, organics, and debris. Backfill soils should be moisture -con-
ditioned to within 2 percent of optimum moisture content placed in loose lifts of
approximately 10 inches thick or less and compacted. Thickness of lifts will likely
need to be about 6 inches if there are small confined areas of backfill, which limit
the size and weight of compaction equipment.
Backfill should be compacted to at least 95 percent of maximum standard
Proctor (ASTM D 698) dry density. Moisture content and density of the backfill
should be checked during placement by a representative of our firm. Observation
of the compaction procedure is necessary.
FOUNDATION
Our experience in the area of the site indicates the silty sandy clay pos-
sesses the potential for moderate consolidation when wetted under building
loads. The residence can be constructed on footing foundations, provided the
soils below the entire area of the building footprint are suhexcavated to a depth
of at least 3 feet below planned bottom of footing elevation. The excavated soils
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pacted structural fill soils
can be moisture -treated and reused to build a mat of densely -compacted, struc-
tural fill below the building. Subexcavation and structural fill should be in accord-
ance with recommendations in the Subexcavation and Structural Fill section.
We expect the subexcavation and structural fill process will result in good
performance of footings, however, some risk of differential settlement will still ex-
ist. It will be critical to adhere to recommendations in the SUBSURFACE
DRAINAGE and SURFACE DRAINAGE sections.
Recommended design and construction criteria for footing foundations are
presented below.
The residence can be constructed on footing foundations supported
by an at least 3 -foot thickness of moisture -treated, densely -com-
. Soils loosened during the forming pro-
cess for the footings should be removed or re -compacted prior to
placing concrete.
Footings on the structural fill can be sized using a maximum allowa-
ble bearing pressure of 2,000 psf.
3. Continuous wall footings should have a minimum width of at least
16 inches. Foundations for isolated columns should have minimum
dimensions of 24 inches by 24 inches. Larger sizes may be re-
quired, depending upon foundation loads.
Grade beams and foundation walls should be well reinforced, top
and bottom, to span undisclosed loose or soft soil pockets. We rec-
ommend reinforcement sufficient to span an unsupported distance
of at least 12 feet.
5. The soils under exterior footings should be protected from freezing.
We recommend the bottom of footings be constructed at a depth of
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at least 36 inches below finished exterior grades. The Garfield
County building department should be consulted regarding required
frost protection depth.
SLAB -ON -GRADE CONSTRUCTION
We expect slab -on -grade floors in basement and garage areas. Soils be-
low the entire area of the building footprint should be subexcavated to a depth of
at yeast 3 feet below planned bottom of footing elevations.
The excavated soils
can be moisture -treated and reused to build a mat of densely -compacted, struc-
tural fill below the building.
A 1 -foot thickness of structural fill is recommended
below exterior slabs and flatwork.
Sub -excavation and structural fill should be in
accordance with the recommendations outlined in the Subexcavation and Struc-
tural Fill section.
We expect the subexcavation and structural fill process will result in good
performance of garage slabs, however, some risk of differential settlement will
still exist. It will be critical to adhere to recommendations in the SUBSURFACE
DRAINAGE and SURFACE DRAINAGE sections.
We recommend the following precautions for slab -on -grade construction
at this site.
1. Slabs should be separated from exterior walls and interior bearing
members with slip joints which allow free vertical movement of the
slabs.
The use of underslab plumbing should be minimized. Underslab
plumbing should be pressure tested for leaks before the slabs are
constructed. Plumbing and utilities which pass through slabs should
be isolated from the slabs with sleeves and provided with flexible
couplings to slab supported appliances.
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3. Exterior patio and porch slabs should be isolated from the building.
These slabs should be well -reinforced to function as independent
units. Movements of these slabs should not be transmitted to the
building.
4. Frequent control joints should be provided, in accordance with
American Concrete Institute (ACI) recommendations, to reduce
problems associated with shrinkage and curling.
FOUNDATION WALLS
Foundation walls which extend below -grade should be designed for lateral
earth pressures where backfill is not present to about the same extent on both
sides of the wall, such as adjacent to basement and crawl space areas. Many
factors affect the values of the design lateral earth pressure. These factors in-
clude, but are not limited to, the type, compaction, slope and drainage of the
backfill, and the rigidity of the wall against rotation and deflection.
For a very rigid wall where negligible or very little deflection will occur, an
"at -rest" lateral earth pressure should be used in design. For walls that can de-
flect or rotate 0.5 to 1 percent of wall height (depending upon the backfill types),
lower "active" lateral earth pressures are appropriate. Our experience indicates
typical below -grade walls in residences deflect or rotate slightly under normal de-
sign Toads, and that this deflection results in satisfactory wall performance. Thus,
the earth pressures on the walls will likely be between the "active" and "at -rest"
conditions.
If the on-site soils are used as backfill and the backfill is not saturated, we
recommend design of below -grade walls at this site using an equivalent fluid den-
sity of at least 50 pcf. This value assumes deflection; some minor cracking of
walls may occur. If very little wall deflection is desired, a higher design value for
the "at -rest" condition is appropriate using an equivalent fluid pressure of 60 pcf.
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SUBSURFACE DRAINAGE
Water from surface precipitation, snowmelt, and irrigation frequently flows
through relatively permeable backfill placed adjacent to a residence and collects
on the surface of Tess permeable soils occurring at the bottom of foundation ex-
cavations. This process can cause wet or moist conditions in below -grade areas,
such as basements and crawl spaces, after construction. It can also result in
subsurface wetting below the building, which can cause volume changes in the
soils and differential building movement and associated damage.
We recommend that an exterior foundation drain be installed around the
perimeters of the basement and crawl spaces (if constructed) below the resi-
dence. The exterior foundation drain should consist of 4 -inch diameter, slotted,
PVC pipe encased in free -draining gravel. A prefabricated drainage composite
should be placed adjacent to foundation walls. Care should be taken during
backfill operations to prevent damage to drainage composites. The drain should
lead to a positive gravity outlet, or to a sump pit where water can be removed by
pumping. Gravity outlets should not be susceptible to clogging or freezing. In-
stallation of clean -outs along the drain pipes is recommended. The foundation
drain concept is shown on Figure 5.
SURFACE DRAINAGE
Surface drainage is critical to the performance of foundations, floor slabs,
and concrete flatwork. Surface drainage should be designed to provide rapid
runoff of surface water away from the residence. Proper surface drainage and ir-
rigation practices can help control the amount of surface water that penetrates to
foundation levels and contributes to settlement or heave of soils and bedrock that
support the foundation and slabs -on -grade. Positive drainage away from the
foundation and avoidance of irrigation near the foundation also help to avoid ex-
cessive wetting of backfill soils, which can lead to increased backfill settlement
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and possibly to higher lateral earth pressures, due to increased weight and re-
duced strength of the backfill. We recommend the following precautions.
1. The ground surface surrounding the exterior of the residence
should be sloped to drain away from the building in all directions.
We recommend a minimum constructed slope of at least 12 inches
in the first 10 feet (10 percent) in landscaped areas around the resi-
dences, where practical.
2. Backfill around the foundation walls should be moistened and com-
pacted pursuant to recommendations in the Foundation Wall Back-
fill section.
Roof downspouts and drains should discharge well beyond the lim-
its of all backfill. Splash blocks and/or extensions should be pro-
vided at all downspouts so water discharges onto the ground be-
yond the backfill. We generally recommend against burial of down-
spout discharge. Where it is necessary to bury downspout dis-
charge, solid, rigid pipe should be used, and it should slope to an
open gravity outlet.
4. Irrigation should be limited to the minimum amount sufficient to
maintain vegetation; application of more water will increase likeli-
hood of slab and foundation movements. Landscaping should be
carefully designed and maintained to minimize irrigation. Plants
placed close to foundation walls should be limited to those with low
moisture requirements. Irrigated grass should not be located within
5 feet of the foundation. Sprinklers should not discharge within 5
feet of the foundation. Plastic sheeting should not be placed be-
neath landscaped areas adjacent to foundation walls or grade
beams. Geotextile fabric will inhibit weed growth yet still allow natu-
ral evaporation to occur.
CONCRETE
Concrete in contact with soil can be subject to sulfate attack. We meas-
ured a water-soluble sulfate concentration of 0.110 percent in a sample of the
soils from our exploratory pits excavated at the site. For this level of sulfate con-
centration, ACI 332-08, Code Requirements for Residential Concrete, indicates
concrete shall be made with ASTM 6150 Type II cement, or an ASTM C595 or
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C1157 hydraulic cement meeting moderate sulfate -resistant hydraulic cement
(MS) designation. Alternative combination of cements and supplementary ce-
mentations materials such as Class F fly ash, shall be permitted with accurate
test records for sulfate durability.
In our experience, superficial damage may occur to the exposed surfaces
of highly -permeable concrete, even though sulfate levels are relatively low. To
control this risk and to resist freeze -thaw deterioration, the water-to-cementitious
materials ratio should not exceed 0.50 for concrete in contact with soils that are
likely to stay moist due to surface drainage or high-water tables. Concrete
should have a total air content of 6% +1- 1.5%. We recommend all foundation
walls and grade beams in contact with the subsoils be damp -proofed.
CONSTRUCTION OBSERVATIONS
We recommend that CTL 1 Thompson, Inc. be retained to provide con-
struction observation and materials testing services for the project. This would
allow us the opportunity to verify whether soil conditions are consistent with those
found during this investigation. If others perform these observations, they must
accept responsibility to judge whether the recommendations in this report remain
appropriate. Our experience indicates it is beneficial to projects, from economic
and practical standpoints, when there is continuity between engineering consulta-
tion and the construction observation and materials testing phases.
STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING SERVICES
CTL 1 Thompson, Inc. is a full -Service geotechnical, structural, materials,
and environmental engineering firm. Our services include preparation of struc-
tural framing and foundation plans. We can also design earth retention systems.
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Based on our experience, CTL 1 Thompson, Inc. typically provides value to pro-
jects from schedule and economic standpoints, due to our combined expertise
and experience with geotechnical, structural, and materials engineering. We
would like the opportunity to provide proposals for structural engineering services
on your future projects.
GEOTECHNICAL RISK
The concept of risk is an important aspect of any geotechnical evaluation.
The primary reason for this is that the analytical methods used to develop ge-
otechnical recommendations do not comprise an exact science. The analytical
tools which geotechnical engineers use are generally empirical and must be tem-
pered by engineering judgment and experience. Therefore, the solutions or rec-
ommendations presented in any geotechnical evaluation should not be consid-
ered risk-free and, more importantly, are not a guarantee that the interaction be-
tween the soils and the proposed structure will perform as desired or intended.
What the engineering recommendations presented in the preceding sections do
constitute is our estimate, based on the information generated during this and
previous evaluations and our experience in working with these conditions, of
those measures that are necessary to help the building perform satisfactorily.
This report has been prepared for the exclusive use of the client for the
purpose of providing geotechnical engineering design and construction criteria
for the proposed residence. The information, conclusions, and recommendations
presented herein are based upon consideration of many factors including, but not
limited to, the type of structures proposed, the geologic setting, and the subsur-
face conditions encountered. The conclusions and recommendations contained
in the report are not valid for use by others. Standards of practice continuously
change in the area of geotechnical engineering. The recommendations provided
in this report are appropriate for about three years. If the proposed project is not
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constructed within three years, we should be contacted to determine if we should
update this report.
LIMITATIONS
Our exploratory pits provide a reasonably accurate picture of subsurface
conditions below the Carnahan Residence. Variations in the subsurface condi-
tions not indicated by the borings will occur. Our representative should be called
to observe the subexcavation process and test moisture and density of structural
fill during placement.
This investigation was conducted in a manner consistent with that level of
care and skill ordinarily exercised by geotechnical engineers currently practicing
under similar conditions in the locality of this project. No warranty, express or im-
plied, is made. If we can be of further service in discussing the contents of this
report, please call.
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Staff Engineer
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TOPSOIL, CLAY, SANDY, MOIST, LIGHT
BROWN.
CLAY, SILTY, SANDY, MEDIUM STIFF,
MOIST, LIGHT BROWN. (CL, CL -ML)
INDICATES BULK SAMPLE OF EXCAVATED SOILS.
1. EXPLORATORY PITS WERE EXCAVATED
WITH A BACKHOE ON OCTOBER 8, 2019.
2. GROUND WATER WAS NOT FOUND IN OUR
PITS AT THE TIME OF EXCAVATION. PITS WERE
BACKFILLED IMMEDIATELY AFTER
EXPLORATORY EXCAVATION OPERATIONS
WERE COMPLETED.
3. LOCATIONS OF EXPLORATRY PITS ARE
APPROXIMATE.
4. EXPLORATORY PITS ARE SUBJECT TO THE
EXPLANATIONS, LIMITATIONS AND
CONCLUSIONS CONTAINED IN THIS
REPORT.
Summary Logs of
Exploratory
Pits
FIG. 4
SLOPE
PER
OSHA
COVER ENTIRE WIDTH OF
GRAVEL WITH NON -WOVEN
GEOTEXTILE FABRIC (MIRAF1
140N OR EQUIVALENT)
SLOPE
PER REPORT
BACKFILL,
PREFABRICATED
DRAINAGE
COMPOSITE
2-3'
(MIRADRAIN 8000
OR EQUIVALENT)
ATTACH PLASTIC SHEETING
TO FOUNDATION WALL
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8" MINIMUM — t
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1:1 SLOPE FROM
BOTTOM OF FOOTING
(WHICHEVER IS GREATER)
4 -INCH DIAMETER PERFORATED RIGID DRAIN PIPE.
THE PIPE SHOULD BE PLACED IN A TRENCH WITH
A SLOPE OF AT LEAST 1/8 -INCH DROP PER
FOOT OF DRAIN.
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BELOW -GRADE WALL
SUP JOINT
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ENCASE PIPE IN 1/2" TO 1-1/2" WASHED
GRAVEL. EXTEND GRAVEL LATERALLY TO FOOTING
AND AT LEAST 1/2 HEIGHT OF FOOTING. FILL
ENTIRE TRENCH wrni GRAVEL
FOOTING OR PAD
NOTE:
THE BOTTOM OF THE DRAIN SHOULD BE AT LEAST 2 INCHES BELOW BOTTOM OF
FOOTING AT THE HIGHEST POINT AND SLOPE DOWNWARD TO A POSITIVE GRAVITY
OUTLET OR TO A SUMP WHERE WATER CAN BE REMOVED BY PUMPING.
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TABLE 1
SUMMARY OF LABORATORY TESTING
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EXPLORATORY
BORING
TP -1
TP -1
TP -2
DEPTH
(FEET)
4-5
7-8
9-10
ATTERBERG LIMITS
L
LIQUID
LIMIT
(%)
25
PLASTICITY
INDEX
(%)
8
27 1 11
SOLUBLE
SULFATES
(%)
0.11
PASSING
NO. 200
SIEVE
(%)
DESCRIPTION
58 JCLAY, SILTY, SANDY (CL -ML)
64
CLAY, SANDY (CL)
CLAY, SANDY (CL)
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