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SOILS AND FOUNDATION INVESTIGATION
PETROSIUS RESIDENCE
LOT 30, CERISE RANCH
GARFIELD COUNTY, COLORADO
Prepared For:
MR. ED PETROSIUS
P.O. Box 4199
Aspen, CO 81612
Project No. GSO4925-120
February 2, 2007
234 Center Drive I Glenwood Springs, Colorado 81601
Telephone:970-945-2809 Fax:970-945-7411
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SCOPE
SUMMARY OF CONCLUSIONS
SITE CONDITIONS
GEOLOGIC HAZARDS AND MITIGATION
PROPOSED CONSTRUCTION
SUBSURFACE CONDITIONS
SITE EARTHWORK
Excavations
Structural Fits
Fill and Backfill
FOUNDATIONS
Helical Piers
Footings
FLOOR SYSTEM AND SLABS -ON -GRADE
BELOW -GRADE CONSTRUCTION
SUBSURFACE DRAINAGE
SURFACE DRAINAGE
LIMITATIONS
FIGURE 1 - APPROXIMATE LOCATIONS OF EXPLORATORY BORINGS
FIGURE 2 -- SUMMARY LOGS OF EXPLORATORY BORINGS
FIGURE 3 — SWELL -CONSOLIDATION TEST RESULTS
FIGURES 4 AND 5 — EXTERIOR FOUNDATION WALL DRAIN
TABLE I — SUMMARY OF LABORATORY TEST RESULTS
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This report presents the results of our soils and foundation investigation for
the Petrosius Residence proposed on Lot 30, Cerise Ranch in Garfield County,
Colorado. We conducted the investigation to evaluate the subsurface conditions at
the site and provide geotechnical engineering recommendations for the planned
construction. Our report was prepared from data developed from our field
exploration, laboratory testing, engineering analysis, and experience with similar
conditions. This report includes a description of the subsurface conditions found in
our exploratory borings and our opinions and recommendations for design and
construction of foundations, floor systems, below -grade construction, drain systems
and details influenced by the subsoils. The recommendations contained in the report
were developed based on the currently planned construction. We should be informed
if actual construction will differ significantly from the descriptions herein. A summary
of our conclusions is presented below.
SUMMARY OF CONCLUSIONS
1. Subsurface conditions encountered in our exploratory borings
consisted of about 3 inches of silty sand "topsoil' underlain by silty
sand with gravel and occasional cobbles and boulders to the total
explored depth of 23 feet. Practical auger refusal occurred on boulders
at 23 feet in our TH-2. Free ground water was not found in our
exploratory borings during drilling operations.
2. Our exploratory borings indicate that natural sand soils are present at
anticipated foundation elevations. Our investigation did not identify
collapsible soils on the site, however, the potential exists that some of
the soils could possess the potential for excessive settlement when
wetted or vibrated. In our opinion, two foundation design alternatives
should be considered. The residence can be founded on helical piers
or on footings. Design criteria for helical piers and footings and
additional discussion are presented in the report.
3. We judge that slabs -on -grade constructed on the natural soil will have
a low to moderate risk of differential movement and associated
damage. The risk of slab -on -grade movement can be reduced by
placing a minimum 2 foot thick layer of structural fill below slabs. After
the sub -excavation process is accomplished, we judge that a slab -on -
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grade floor can be supported with low a risk of differential movement
and associated damage. Additional discussion is in the report.
4. Surface drainage should be designed to provide for rapid removal of
surface water away from the proposed residence. A foundation drain
should be installed around below -grade areas.
SITE CONDITIONS
Cerise Ranch is a residential development located north of Highway 82 in
Garfield County, Colorado. Lot 30 is east of the cul-de-sac at the end of Larkspur
Drive (see Figure 1). Ground surface on the lot slopes down to the southwest at
grades of about 20 percent. Stockpiles of rock and about I foot of snow were present
on the lot at the time of our investigation. Vegetation on the lot consists of pinion
trees and native grasses.
GEOLOGIC HAZARDS AND MITIGATION
Portions of Lot 30 were mapped as rockfall hazard areas and potentially
unstable slopes in our Revised Geologic Hazard Evaluation (CTL ! Thompson, Inc.
Job No. GS-2953, dated February 3, 2000). Recent mapping by the Colorado Geologic
Survey titled "Collapsible Soils and Evaporite Karst Hazards Map of the Roaring Fork
Corridor, Garfield, Eagle and Pitkin Counties, Colorado" (Jonathan White, 2002)
identified the soils at the site as potentially collapsible and underlain by Eagle Valley
Evaporite. Eagle Valley Evaporite bedrock formations are soluble and possess the
potential for spontaneous ground openings (sinkholes) and subsidence deformation
and settlement near sinkholes and closed depressions.
We judge that the risk of sinkhole formation on this lot is low and does not
require mitigation. We judge that the risk of soil collapse in the building envelope on
this lot is low to moderate. If some risk is acceptable, no mitigation is an alternative.
The risk of soil collapse can be mitigated on this lot by constructing the residence on
a helical pier foundation as described in the Foundations section. We judge that the
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risk to the proposed construction from potentially unstable slopes and rock fall is low
and does not require mitigation.
PROPOSED CONSTRUCTION
Building plans for the Petrosius Residence were notavailable atthe time of our
investigation. We understand the residence will likely be a two-story, wood -frame
building. A basement or walkout lower -level may be constructed. A garage will likely
be north of the building. We expect the client desires a slab -on -grade floor in the
garage. Maximum excavation depths will be between 3 and 10 feet. We expect
maximum foundation loads of 1,000 to 3,000 pounds per linear foot of foundation wail
and maximum column loads of 30 kips. If actual construction will differ significantly
from the descriptions above, we should be informed so that we can check that our
recommendations are appropriate.
SUBSURFACE CONDITIONS
Subsurface conditions on Lot 30, Cerise Ranch were investigated by drilling
two exploratory borings (TH-1 and TH-2) with 4-inch diameter, solid -stem auger and a
track -mounted drill rig at the approximate locations shown on Figure 1. Drilling
operations were directed by our laboratory/field manager who logged the soils
encountered in the borings and obtained samples for testing in our laboratory.
Graphic logs of the soils found in our exploratory borings are shown on Figure 2.
Subsurface conditions encountered in our exploratory borings consisted of
about 3 inches of silty sand "topsoil" underlain by silty sand with gravel and
occasional cobbles and boulders to the total explored depth of 23 feet. Practical
auger refusal occurred on boulders at 23 feet in our TH-2. Results of field penetration
resistance tests and observations during drilling indicated the sand was loose to
dense. Free ground water was not found in our exploratory borings during drilling
operations. Borings were backfilled immediately after drilling operations were
completed or piped to facilitate future measurements of ground water levels.
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Samples obtained in the field were returned to our laboratory where typical
samples were selected for testing. One sample of the sand was selected for one-
dimensional, swell -consolidation testing. During the test procedure the sample at
natural moisture content was loaded with 1,000 psf and then flooded. The resulting
volume change (i.e., swell or consolidation) was then measured. The sample tested
exhibited nil consolidation when wetted under an applied load of 1,000 psf. A sample
of the sand selected for engineering classification testing contained 33 percent silt
and clay sized particles (passing the No. 200 sieve) and indicated a liquid limit of 30
percent and a plasticity index of 2 percent. Results of swell -consolidation testing are
shown on Figure 3. Laboratory test results are summarized on Table I.
While not indicated by our subsurface information or laboratory testing, the
potential for collapsible soils exists on this lot. Collapsible soils have been identified
in the area of Cerise Ranch. If subjected to excessive wetting, such as from a leaking
water line, irrigation line, or watering of landscaping, the potential exists that
excessive settlement of the soils could occur.
SITE EARTHWORK
Excavations
The planned excavation to construct the residence will encounter sand with
occasional cobbles and boulders. Bedrock will not likely be encountered.
Excavations for the planned foundation and utilities at this site can be accomplished
using conventional, heavy-duty excavation equipment. Excavation sides will need to
be sloped or braced to meet local, state and federal safety regulations. The sand will
likely classify as a Type C soil based on OSHA standards governing excavations.
Temporary slopes deeper than 4 feet should be no steeper than 1.5 to 1 (horizontal to
vertical) in Type C soils. Contractors should identify the soils encountered in
excavations and refer to OSHA standards to determine appropriate slopes.
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Free ground water was not found in our exploratory borings during this
investigation. We do not anticipate excavations for foundations or utilities will
penetrate ground water. Excavations should be sloped to a positive gravity outfall or
to a temporary sump where water from precipitation can be removed by pumping.
Structural Fill
Our exploratory borings indicate that natural sand will likely be present at
anticipated foundation elevations. Removal (i.e. sub -excavation), moisture -treatment
and recompaction of the soils below the planned building footprint to a depth of at
least 2 feet below bottom of slab elevations will reduce the risk of slab movement.
The bottom of the sub -excavated area should extend laterally at least t foot beyond
the perimeter of the building footprint. The bottom of the sub -excavated area should
be scarified to a depth of at least 8 inches, moisture -treated and compacted. Our
representative should be called to observe conditions exposed in the sub -excavated
area prior to beginning placement of structural fill.
We recommend re -using the excavated soil as structural fill, provided it is free
of organics, debris and rocks larger than 3 inches in diameter. An alternative that can
be considered would be to import an aggregate base course for use as structural fill.
A sample of desired import fill soils should be submitted to our office for approval
prior to hauling.
Structural fill should be moisture treated to within 2 percent of optimum
moisture content and compacted to 100 percent of standard Proctor (ASTIVI D 698)
maximum dry density. Fill soils should be uniformly mixed to create a relatively
homogeneous fill soil. Additional water required to increase the existing soil moisture
content to the specified moisture content should be uniformly mixed into the fill soil
during mixing prior to compaction. We recommend fill be placed in maximum loose
lift thickness of 8 inches. The actual thickness of fill lift that can be properly
compacted will depend on the type of compaction equipment. In order for the
procedure to perform properly, close control of structural fill }placement to
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specifications is required. Our representative should observe placement and check
compaction and moisture content of the structural fill.
Fill and Backfill
Proper placement and compaction of fill and backfill adjacent to foundation
walls is important to reduce infiltration of surface water and settlement of backfill soil.
f Backfill should consist of the on -site soils or similar soils free of organics, debris and
rocks larger than 6 inches in diameter. Backfill should be placed in loose lifts of 8
inches thick or less, moisture -treated to within 2 percent of optimum moisture content
and compacted to at least 95 percent of standard Proctor (ASTM D 698) maximum dry
density. The top 1 to 2 feet of backfill should consist of a clay soil to limit infiltration
of surface water.
FOUNDATIONS
Our exploratory borings and site investigation indicate that natural sands are
likely present at anticipated foundation elevations of the proposed residence. While
not indicated by our subsurface information or laboratory testing, the potential for
collapsible soils exists on this lot. Collapsible soils have been identified in the area of
Cerise Ranch. If subjected to excessive wetting, such as from a leaking water line,
irrigation ditches or lines, or watering of landscaping, the potential exists that
excessive settlement of the soils could occur. A positive method to reduce the
potential for differential movement of the building foundation is the installation of
helical piers. Helical piers transfer building loads to soils below the zone of wetting.
A. second foundation alternative is to constructthe residence on a footing foundation.
We believe risk of differential foundation movement and associated damage is higher
with a footing foundation. If the residence is constructed on footings, care must be
taken to ensure that soils below the structure are not wetted. Recommendations in
the Subsurface Drainage and Surface Drainage sections will be critical to
performance of the structure. The helical piers or footings should be designed and
constructed with the criteria below.
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Helical Piers
1, In general, manufactured helical piers are available with allowable
mechanical capacities between 30 and 50 kips. Helical pier bearing
capacity shall be verified in the field using manufacturer recommended
capacity/torque ratios. A minimum factor of safety of 2.0 is required
between ultimate and allowable capacity.
2. Contractor shall use the number and size of helical blades required to
achieve the required depth, torque, and capacity. However, the ratio of
allowable capacity specified by the structural engineer and the total
area of helical blades (in square feet) used by the contractor shall not
exceed 75,000 pounds per square foot.
3. Due to the occasional layers of gravel with potential cobble on this site,
we recommend using helical piers with a dual cutting edge blade as
manufactured by Magnum Piering, Inc. and installed by Hayward
Baker/Denver Grouting.
4. In order to bear on the sand below the zone of probable wetting, helical
piers should have a minimum length of 20 feet below final ground
surface. Longer piers may be required to achieve specified installation
torque.
5. Helical piers should be installed as close to vertical as possible unless
a batter is required to resist lateral loads. Lateral loading conditions
should be analyzed during design.
6. The helical pier cap and the connection between the pier and grade
beam should be designed to resist both tension and compression. A
structural engineer should design this connection.
7. Foundation walls and grade beams should be well reinforced to span
between piers. A qualified structural engineer should design the
reinforcement.
8. installation of helical piers should be observed by a representative of
our firm to confirm the depth and installation torque of the helical piers
are adequate.
Footings
1. Footings foundations should be supported on the natural sand soils.
Soils loosened during the forming process for the footings should be
removed or re -compacted prior to placing concrete
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Footings should be designed for a maximum allowable soil bearing
pressure of 2,000 psf.
3. Continuous wail footings should have a minimum width of at least 20
inches. Foundations for isolated columns should have minimum
dimensions of 30 inches by 30 inches. Larger sizes may be required,
depending upon foundation loads.
4. Grade beams and foundation walls should be well reinforced, top and
bottom, to span undisclosed loose or soft soil pockets. We
recommend reinforcement sufficientto span an unsupported distance
of at least'12 feet. Reinforcement should be designed by the structural
engineer.
5. The soils under exterior footings should be protected from freezing. We
recommend the bottom of footings be constructed at a depth of at least
36 inches below finished exterior grades. The Garfield County building
department should be consulted regarding required frost protection
depth.
FLOOR SYSTEM AND SLABS -ON -GRADE
We anticipate that the owner will desire a slab -on -grade floor in the garage and
in basement areas. If the soils below slabs are sub -excavated to a depth of at least 2
feet below bottom of slab elevation, moisture -treated and recompacted, we judge that
the risk of slab -on -grade movement will be low. The process was described in the
Structural Fill section. We judge that slabs -on -grade constructed directly on the
natural sand soils will have a low to moderate risk of differential movement. Care
must be taken to ensure that soils below the slabs are not wetted.
We recommend the following precautions for slab -on -grade construction at
this site. These precautions will not prevent movement from occurring, they tend to
reduce damage if slab movement occurs.
1. Slabs should be separated from exterior walls and interior bearing
members with slip joints which allow free vertical movement of the
slabs.
2. Plumbing and utilities which pass through slabs should be isolated
from the slab with sleeves and be constructed with flexible
connections to slab supported appliances.
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3. Exterior patio and porch slabs should be isolated from the residence.
These slabs should be well -reinforced to function as independent units.
Movements of these slabs should not be transmitted to the residence
foundation.
4. Frequent control joints should be provided, in accordance with
American Concrete Institute (ACI) recommendations, to reduce
problems associated with shrinkage and curling. Our experience
indicates panels which are approximately square generally perform
better than rectangular areas.
5. The 2003 International Building Code (IBC) or 2003 international
Residential Code (IRC) may require a vapor retarder be placed between
the base course or subgrade soils and the concrete slab -on -grade
floors. The merits of installation of a vapor retarder below floor slabs
and PT slabs depend on the sensitivity of floor coverings and building
to moisture. A properly installed vapor retarder (10 mil minimum) is
more beneficial below concrete slab -on -grade floors where floor
coverings, painted floor surfaces or products stored on the floor will be
sensitive to moisture. The vapor retarder is most effective when
concrete is placed directly on top of it. A sand or gravel leveling course
should not be placed between the vapor retarder and the floor slab.
The placement of concrete on the vapor retarder may increase the risk
of shrinkage cracking and curling. Use of concrete with reduced
shrinkage characteristics including minimized water content,
maximized coarse aggregate content, and reasonably low slump will
reduce the risk of shrinkage cracking and curling. Considerations and
recommendations for the installation of vapor retarders below concrete
slabs are outlined in Section 3.2.3 of the 2003 report of American
Concrete Institute (ACI) Committee 302, "Guide for Concrete Floor and
Slab Construction (ACI 302.R-96)".
The most positive method to mitigate potential floor movement is to construct
structural floors. if the owner wishes to reduce the potential for floor movement we
recommend structural floors in living areas. Structural floors are supported by the
foundation system. There are design and construction issues associated with
structural floors, such as deeper excavation depths, ventilation, and increased lateral
load that must be considered.
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BELOW -GRADE CONSTRUCTION
Foundation and basement 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. Many factors affect the values of the design lateral
earth pressure. These factors include, 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 which can deflect
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
basement walls can deflect or rotate slightly under normal design loads, 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.
We recommend design of below -grade walls using an equivalent fluid density
of at least 50 pcf for this site. Backfill placed adjacent to foundation wall exteriors
should be in accordance with the recommendations in the Backfill section. This
equivalent density does not include allowances for sloping backfill, surcharges or
hydrostatic pressures. The recommended equivalent density assumes deflection;
some minor cracking of walls may occur. If very little wall deflection is desired, a
higher equivalent fluid density may be appropriate for design.
SUBSURFACE DRAINAGE
Water from precipitation, snow melt and surface irrigation of landscaping
frequently flows through relatively permeable backfill placed adjacent to a residence
and collects on the surface of relatively undisturbed soils at the bottom of the
excavation. This can cause wetting of foundation soils, hydrostatic pressures on
below -grade wails, and moist or wet conditions in below -grade areas after
construction. To mitigate these concerns, we recommend provision of a foundation
drain around the residence. The drain should consist of a 4-inch diameter, open joint
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or slotted pipe encased in free draining gravel. The drain should lead to a positive
gravity outfall or to a sump pit where water can be removed by pumping. Typical
foundation drain details are shown on Figures 4 and 5. The top 1 to 2 feet of backfill
should consist of a clay soil to limit infiltration.
Ventilation is important to maintain acceptable humidity levels in crawl spaces.
The mechanical systems should consider the humidity and temperature of air, and air
flow volumes during design of crawl space ventilation systems. We believe it is
appropriate to install a ventilation system that is controlled by a humidistat.
SURFACE DRAINAGE
Surface drainage is critical to the performance of foundations, floor slabs and
concrete flatwork. We recommend the following precautions be observed during
construction and maintained at all times after the residence is completed:
The ground surface surrounding the exterior of the residence should
be sloped to drain away from the building in all directions. We
recommend providing a slope of at least 6 inches in the first 5 feet in
landscaped areas around the building.
2. Backfill adjacent to foundation wall exteriors should be placed and
compacted as described in the Fill and Backfill section.
3. The residence should be provided with gutters and downspouts. Roof
downspouts and drains should discharge well beyond the limits of all
backfill. Splash blocks and downspout extensions should be provided
at all discharge points. Water from roof and surface runoff should not
be introduced to the foundation drain system.
4. Landscaping should be carefully designed to minimize irrigation.
Plants used near foundation walls should be limited to those with low
moisture requirements; irrigated grass or other landscaping requiring
comparatively large amounts of irrigation should not be located within
5 feet of the foundation. Sprinklers should be at least 5 feet from
building foundations and directed away from the building. Irrigation
should be limited to the minimum amount sufficient to maintain
vegetation; the application of additional water will increase the
likelihood of slab and foundation movements.
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5. Impervious plastic membranes should not be used to coverthe ground
surface immediately surrounding the building. These membranes tend
to trap moisture and prevent normal evaporation from occurring.
Geotextile fabrics can be used to control weed growth and allow some
evaporation to occur.
LIMITATIONS
Our exploratory borings were spaced to obtain a reasonably accurate picture
of the subsurface. Variations in the subsurface conditions not indicated by our
exploratory borings will occur. We should observe and test structural fill placement
and observe installation of helical piers.
This investigation was conducted in a manner consistentwith 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 implied, is
made. If we can be of further service or if you have questions regarding this report,
please call.
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APPLIED PRESSURE - KSF
Sample of SAND, SILTY (SM) NATURAL DRY UNIT WEIGHT= 108 PCF
From Tf-l-1 AT 14 FEET NATURAL MOISTURE CONTENT= 8.3 %
SwO C®nsoflda on
PROJECT NO. GSO4925-120
Test Results FIG.3
NOTE:
DRAIN SHOULD BE AT LEAST 2 INCHES
SLOPE
BELOW BOTTOM OF FOOTING AT THE
PER REPORT
HIGHEST POINT AND SLOPE DOWNWARD
TO A POSITIVE GRAVITY OUTLET OR TO
A SUMP WHERE WATER CAN BE REMOVED
BY PUMPING.
BACKFILL
(COMPOSITION ANn
COMPACT]ON PER REPORT) 1
BELOW GRADE WALL
ENCASE PIPE IN WASHED
REINFORCING STEEL
PER STRUCTURAL
SLOPE CONCRETE AGGREGATE (ASTM
DRAWINGS
PER
OSHA C33, NO. 57 OR NO. 67)
EXTEND GRAVEL TO AT LEAST
1 /2 HEIGHT OF FOOTING.
PROVIDE POSITIVE SLIP JOINT
BETWEEN SLAB AND WALL.
..........
FLOOR SLAB
COVER GRAVEL WITH
FILTER FABRIC.
........ FOOTING OR PAD
:. 2"
MINIMUM
---PROVIDE POLYETHYLENE
51O""
SHEETING GLUED TO
EXTEND POLYETHYLENE
FOUNDATION WALL TO
UP TO TOP ELEVATION
REDUCE MOISTURE
OF DRAIN PIPE. g" MINIMUM
PENETRATION
OR BEYOND 1:1
SLOPE FROM BOTTOM
OF FOOTING.
(WHICHEVER IS GREATER)
4-INCH DIAMETER PERFORATED DRAIN PIPE.
THE PIPE SHOULD BE LAID
IN A TRENCH
WITH A MINIMUM SLOPE OF
0.5 PERCENT.
Exterior
Foundation
all ®rain
Fig. 4
Project No. G804925-120
SLOPE
PER REPORT
BELOW GRADE WALL
SLOPE
PER
OSHA
ENCASE PIPE IN WASHED
CONCRETE AGGREGATE (ASTM
C33, NO. 57 OR NO. 67)
EXTEND GRAVEL TO AT LEAST
1 /2 HEIGHT OF FOOTING. --_
EXTEND POLYETHYLENE
UP TO TOP ELEVATION
OF DRAIN PIPE.
Project No. GSO4925-120
BACKFILL
(COMPOSITION AND
COMPACTION PER REPORT)
COVER GRAVEL WITH
FILTER FABRIC
SUPPORTED
2" MINIMUM
8" MINIMUM I-�-
OR BEYOND 1:1
SLOPE FROM BOTTOM
OF FOOTING.
(WHICHEVER IS GREATER)
4-INCH DIAMETER PERFORATED
DRAIN PIPE. THE PIPE SHOULD
BE PLACED IN A TRENCH WITH A
SLOPE RANGE BETWEEN 1 /8 INCH
AND 1/4 INCH DROP PER FOOT
OF DRAIN.
PROVIDE POLYETHYLENE SHEETING
GLUED TO FOUNDATION WALL TO
REDUCE MOISTURE PENETRATION.
- REINFORCED STEEL
PER STRUCTURAL
DRAWINGS
CRAWL SPACE-)
FOOTING OR PAD
BOTTOM OF EXCAVATION
NOTE:
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.
Exterior
Foundation
Wall Drain
Fig. 5