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GEOTECHNICAL INVESTIGATION
PROPOSED WJlIlANS RESIDENCE
30277 VIA BRlSA
TEMECULA. CALIFORNIA
JOB NO. 03-17
APRIL 30, 2003
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Mr. Gal)' Winans. President
Hermosa Construction
2541 State Street, Suite 202
Carlsbad, CA 92008
Project: Job No. 03.17
Proposed Winans Residence
30277 Via Brisa
T emecula, California
Subject: Report of Geotechnical Investigation
Dear Mr. Winans:
In accordance with your request, we haVe completed a geotechnical investigation for the
above referenced project. Weare presenting to you, herewith, om findings and recommendations
fol' the improvements that are proposed for this site.
TIle findings oflhis study indicate that the site is suitable for the intended development uthe
recommendations provided in the attached report are incolpor.iled into the design and construction of
this proj eel.
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If you have any questions after reviewing the findings and reeonunendations contained in
the attached repon, please do not hesitate to conlact this office This opportunity to be of
professional service is sincerely appreciated.
Respectfully submitted,
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GE01ECHNICAL INVESTIGATION
PROPOSED WINANS RESIDENCE
30277 VIA BRISA
TEMECUIA, CALIFORNIA
Prepared For:
Mr. Gary Winans, President
Hermosa Construction
2541 State Street, Suite 202
Carlsbad, CA 92008
JOB NO. 03.17
APRIL 30, 2003
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
Introduction and Project Description ...... ....., ,............................ ............. ...m.... ..........,...............,..1
Project Scope ....... ... .... .... .... ........... ...... ........,...... ........., ............... .................. ................ ...... ...... .... 2
.Findings.......... ..' ,.. ........, H ,.... ..'.n........n.. n......... ....... ...... ..........,.,....... ......., .... ...... ....... ............ .......3
Site Description.. .................,............'............ ..... ........... ..................... ... ...... ,..... ....... ...... ....3
Subsurface Conditions ....... ............... ............................. ................. ................................... 3
Pauba Fonnation ................ ........................................................................", ..................... 3
Artificial Fill ....... ............,................................... ............................ ............ ............. ..........4
Rippabilit)'... ................ ........H..........................................................u.................................4
Groundwater .......................... .................................................................... '... ,...................5
Geologic Hazards. .......... .............................,............... ... ................ ................ ........,.... ...... .............5
Faulls and Seismic Hazards .........................,............................................. ........................ 5
Seismicity of Major Faults..........................................., ..................................................... 7
Liquefaction ....... ...... ........ ........ ............. ............. ........................................,.......... .............7
Landslides and Slope Stability.... ............. ..... ,............... ,....... ..... .... .............. ......................8
Recommendations and Conclusions ............ .................. ...... ..... ........ ....... ... ...... h.... ... ..................,. 8
Site Preparation.............."................ ...,.... ...... .... ......... .............,...... ...........,.,.. ...... ............. 8
Existing SoiL.......... ................................ ............................. ...........,....... ,.........,.....8
Expansive Soil .... ................. .....,............ ................... ................ .... ...... ................... 9
L"llported Fill ....................................................................... .........., ........... ...........1 0
Earthwork..... ..... .... ....................... .................................. ,.................... .................1 0
Cut Slopes .................................................... ................ ................... .....................11
Fill Slopes ........... '............................................................ ......... ................,..........11
Sutface Drainage.......... ............................................. .....,...... .......... .... .... ..... ...... ..12
Sub drains...... ....... ............... ................ .......... ........ ........." .................... ................. 13
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TABLE OF CONTE]\'TS - cODt'd.
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Foundation Reccmmendations........................................................... ..............................14
Seismic Site Categorization .................................. ...............................................14
Footings.......... .................. ......... .... ............ ....... ......... ....... ..-............ ................. .., .14
Concrete Slabs-On-Grade ................... ............................. ........ ..... .......................15
Impermeable Membrane ........;................................................ ...-.................. .......17
Transition Areas.............. ......................................... .............-... .... ................. ......17
Lateral Resistance .. .................................... ................... .......................................18
Lateral Resistance Values ......................................................... .... .......................18
Footing Observations ...... ............................._............... ........................................18
Field Explorations... ....... ....................................................... ........ .....-. ...-.., ...... ..... ......................18
Laboratory Testing ..... .................... ......... ................ ............................ ................ .........................19
Plan Review...... ......... ................ ................................ ........................... ........- ........ ......................19
Limitations ..... .........__..........._......... ... ....... ... ............. ........................-...... ....... .......... ............... .....19
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ATTACHMENTS
Plate No. I
Site Plan (In back pocket)
Plate No.2
Unified Soil Classification Chart
Plate No.3 through Plate No.5
Exploratory Excavation Logs
Plate No.6 through Plate No.9
Laboratory Tes! Resulls
Plate No. 10
Fill Slope Key
APPENDIX I
Specifications for Construction of
Controlled Fills
APPENDIX II
References
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GEOTECHNICAL INVESTIGATION
PROPOSED WINANS RESIDENCE
30277 VIA BRISA
TEMECULA,CAL~ORMA
Introduction and Project Description
This report presents the results of our geotechnical investigation performed on the above
referenced site. The purpose of this investigation was 10 evaluate the existing surface and subsurface
conditions from a geotechnical perspeclive and to provide recomroendalions for grading, foundation
design and floor slab support.
The proposed project will be the development of a single-family dwelling. It is anticipated
that the building will be a t-,vo-storY, wood-framed struclure. Foundations may consist of
conventional foundations with concrete slabs-on-grade.
A grading plan WlIB not available for our review at the time this report was prepared.
However, we have been informed by Mr. Gary Winans that earthwork may include expanding the
southern embankment and lowering the pad elevation.
It should be recognized that re-evaluation of our analysis may be necessal)' as construction
documents !lrC produced. We should be provided the opportunity to amend our recommendations if
necessary, onc.e the grading a.'1d building plans are finished.
The site configurollion and the appl'Oximate locatiuns of our subsurface explorations are
shown on the enclosed Site Plan, Plate No 1.
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Project Scope
This investigation consisted of a surface reconnaissance coupled with a suhsurflll)e exploration.
Representative samples of soil material were obtained from the site and returned to our laboratory for
observa1ion and testing. The results of the field and labrn:aJoty data collected are presented in this report.
Specifically, the intent ofthis investigation was to:
a) EJo.-p10re lhe subsurface conditions 10 the depths that could be influenced by the proposed
construclion;
It) Evaluate, by laboratory tests, the pertinent static physical properties of the various soil
and rock stratigraphic units which could influence the development of this project;
c) Describe the sile geology, including potential geologic bllZards and their effect upon the
proposed development;
d) Provide recommendations for site preparation and grading; and
e) Present soil parameters for foundation design, including bearing capacity, estimated
settlements, lateral pressures, and expansion potential of the on-site soils.
This report has been prepared for Hermosa Con.slruclion and their consultants to be used in
the evaluation of the referenced site. This report has not been prepared for use by other paTties, and
may not contain sufficient information for purposes of other parties or other uscs. The information
in this report represents professional opinions thai have been develQped using that degree of care and
skill ordinarily exercised, under similar eircwmtances, by reputable geotechnical consultants practicing
in this or similar localities. No other warranty, express or implied, is made as to the professional
advice included in this report.
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Findings
Site Description: The project site is located on the southwest side of Via Brisa at the intersection
with Elinda Street, in the city ofTemecula, California The site vicinity can be found in the north
edge of grid A-l , page 979 ofthe Thomas Brothers Guide for Rivefllide County, 2000 edition.
The subject property is a trapezoidal-shaped parcel that encompasses approximately 'It acre. It
is bounded to:the ea$t and west by single-familyresidenres and to the soutlJ by undeveloped property.
Approximately 97 feet front Via Brisa along the north property line.
The site is situated along lhe eastern margin of a broad valley identified as the Elsinore Trough.
The terrain is very gently to steeply inclined toward the south. The topography has been altered by
grading that is believed to have been performed approximately 15 to 20 years ago. Fill embankmenl:l
descend from a generally flat pad to the south and west. Elevations are on the order of 1150 feel above
mean sea level (m.s.J.) across the pad.
No improvements were observed on-site at the time of our investigation. Vegetation across
the majority of the property consisted of wild grllSSes.
Subsurt'aceCOllditions: The subjecI site is underlain by Quaternary age sediments that have been
mapped by Kcnnecly (1977) lIS part of the Pauba Formation. The formational material is mantled by
a thick sequence of artificial filL Each unit is described below in order from oldest to youngest.
Pauba Formation: The formalional sediments exposed in the exploratory excavations consists of
orangish-brown, very clayey, fine to coarse grained sanl!:;lonc that grades to silty, medium to very
coarse grained sandstone. The sediments appear to be weJI indurated, horizontally bedded and
moderately cemented.
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At the locations explored, the Pauba sandstone occurS al depths of 11 % to 19 feet and
extends beyond the limits of our evaluation. It is very well consolidated and would be suitable for the
support of fill, foundations or other structural improvements.
Artificial Fill: Fill material approximately 11 V. to 19 feet in thickness was exposed in the
exp10ratury excavations. The fill was composed of brown. silty, fine to coarse grained sand
interlllyered with dark broWll, very silty, fine to medium grained sand. At depths below 6 feet, the fill
consisted of d!ll'k brOIl"l1 to black, slightly clayey to clayey, silty, fine to coarse and fine to medium
grained sands. The fill materials encolmlered in our exploratory borings are founded on the well-
consolidated .sandstone of the Pau.ba Formation.
The res\llts of laboratory testing (plate No.6 through Plate No.9) indicate that the fill
materials are generally well compacted, have a relatively high shear strength and that marginally
expansive materials are placed 6 or more feel below existing grade. Thicker or poorer quality fill
materials may be encountered at locations that were not explored.
Rippability: Thc cxploratory horings were advanced with slight to moderate difficulty by a truck-
mouDted drilliug rig. These borings ranged from 18 to 26J1i feet in depth. Refusal was not
experienced within any boring that was placed within the project site. Refusal is defmed as the
inabilitJi to deepen the exploratOI)' excavation with the equipment beiIJg used. It is our opinion that
heavy-duty earthrnQving equipment equal to a D-9 with a singte-tooth ripper could excavate these
mater'.als to the depths explored. It is possible thai resistant betlrock and/ill boulders that require
blasting or pneumatic chipping may be encountered a! locations tha! were not explored.
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Groundwater: Free grOl.lIldwater was not observed within any of our exploratory excavations. It
should be noted thai, for the previous three years. rainfall lotals for southern California have been
below DOnna!. Therefore, fluctuations of subsurface water will be affected by variations in annual
precipitation and local irriglllion. These variations may influence runoff derived from sources located
"up-slope" and/or "up-stream" from the property. Moreover, it has been om e".-perience that
periodic events of seepage will tXCl1r in areas of significant "cut" or any "below-grade" slrucb.lres.
Therefore, conside:nu:ion must be given to appropriate surface and subsurface drainage &)'Stems, such as
underdrains and swales, !IS recommended further in this report.
GeolOile Hazards
Faults and Seisluit Hazards: The numerous fault zones in southern Califurnia include active,
potentially active, and inactive faults. Active faults are those which display evidence of movement
within Holocene time (from the present to approximately II thousand years). Faults that have ruptQred
geologic units of Pleistocene age (11 thousand to 2 million years) but not Holocene age materials
are considered potentially active. Inactive faults are those which exhibit movement that is older
than 2 million years.
The site is localed within an Alquist-Priolo Sp~ial Studies Zone. According to avallable
published infonnation, the active Elsinore faull zone occurs several hundred feel to the southwest.
We did not observe allY evidence in the exploratory excavations to suggest that active faults
intercept the site.
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Gcologic trenching performed on the adjacent southern property was reported by Leighton and
Associates (1988). A zone of highly fractured sandstone was observed and documented within one
oftheh- trenches. Brecciated clastic materials along with a soil-filled void described as a "large
burrow" was identified in the fracture zone. The fractures were measured as trending approximately
north 40" wesl, and ~he zone itself was approximately 2 feet wide as depicted in the trench logs. The
trench lOgll exhibit the&actures as ~enninating at the contact between the Pauba Fonnation and
overburden soils.
No opinion is given within the referenced repcn with regard to the significance or
occurrence of the fracture zone. Mapping by Kennedy (1977) suggest that the WiJdomar fault zone,
the eastern segment of the Elsinore fault zone. inte1'8ects this adjacent southern property.
It is our professional opinion that the reported facture zone may be associated with the
Elsinore fault zone. In addition to the Elsinore fault zone, there are several faults located in close
proximity that movement associated with them could cause significant ground motion at the site.
The table below presents the maximum credible earthquake magnitudes and estimated peak
accelerations anticipated at the site. These accelerations are based on the asswnption that the
maximlml credible earthquake occurs on specific fuults at the closest point on lhat particular fault to
the site. The maximum credible eilrthquake is def1lled as the maximum earthquake that appears to
be reasonably capable of occurring under the conditions of the presently known geologic framework.
The probability of such an earthquake occw:ring during the lifetime of this projeet is considered low.
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Seismicity of Malor Faults
San Andreas
San Jacinto
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Maximum
Credible Magnitude
(Richter)
7.5 LCl)
8.3 L(J)
7.8 LCl)
Estimated
Bedrock
Acceleration
(l )(g)
0.75
0.17
0.27
Fault
Distance
(Miles)
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Elsinore
L = Local Magnitude (1) Seed and Idriss, 1982
(2) Slemmons, 1979
(3) Greensfelder. C.D.M.G. Map Sheet 23. 1994
The preceding table suggests that the Elsinore fault zone would have the predominant
influence on the site. The poslulaled design earthquake and ground accelerations are presented in
the table below.
Desil!D Earthauake
Fault
Zone
Source
Maximwn
Credible
Magnitude
(Richter)
7.5
Peak
Ground
Acceleration
(g)
0.75
*Sustained
Acceleration
(g)
0.49
EismaN
.Sustained Acceleration considered
65% of peak ground acceleration
Liquefaction: The potential for scimlically induced liquefaction is greatest where shallow grOlmd-
water and poorly consolidated, well sorted, fme grained sands and silts are present. Uquefaction
potential decreases with increasing density, grain size, clay content and gravel conlent. Conversely,
liquefaction potenliaJ increases as the ground acceleration and duration of seismic shaking increase.
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Groundwater was not observed within our explorations, and the site is underlain by
compacted fill that is, in turn, underlain by moderately cemented sandstone. Based on the
consistency of the underlying materials and the anticipa.ted recompaction of overourden soils, the
potential for generalized liquefaction in the event of a strong to moderate earthquake On nearby
faults is considered low.
Landslides and Slope Stability: No evidence indicating the presence of deep-seated landslides was
observed on or in the immediate vicinity of the site. Significant shear zones, slickensides or
adveISely oriented bedding or clay seams were not llKpOSed in our subsurface explorations. It is
therefore our.opinion that the potential for deep-seated slope failure is low. The Engineering
Geologisl should observe the cut slopes during and after the earth moving operations.
The existing soil malerials exhibit a high inlemal friction angle and posses substantial
cohesion. It is therefore our opinion that slopes will be stable if constructed in accordance with the
recommendations presented in this report.
Recommendations and Conclusions
Site Preparation
Existing Soil: Based on our field sampling and the results of the laboratory testing, it appears that
the existing fill soils are generally well compacted. In addition, the fill materials are supported on
well-indurated, competenl sandslone. However, to reduce the effects of unforeseen irregularities in
the existing fill, we recommend lhat the exisling soil materials be removed and recompacted to a
depth of 4 feet below proposed finish grade. Deeper removals may be necessal)' if incompetent
soils are exposed during the earthwork.
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The horizontallirnits of removal and recornpaction shall include the entire areas of proposed
strUctUres, fill or any proposed fill slopes. All soil removal and replacement should extend at least
10 feet beyond the footprint of any structures and shall be accomplished in accordance with the
earthwork and foundation recommendations presented in this report.
The on-site soils minus any debris or organic material may be used a. controlled fill. All fill
shall be compacled to al leas19O"1o ofi15 maximum dry density as determined by ASTM DI557-91.
All debris, organic matter or oversized materials (grellter than 6 inches in maximum dimension)
encountered must be removed and disposed of in an approved legal manner.
Expansive Soil: Slightly clayey, silty sands were observed in the exploratory excavations. The
results of laboratory te$ng perfonned on samples ofthc clayey sands indicated an expansion index of23.
This exceeded the "very low" expansion potential Iallge (Expansion Index 0 to 20) but was within the
marginally expansive end of the "Jow" expilllSion potential range (Expansion Index 21 to 50).
Typically, the most clayey soils landed to be at depths greater than 6 feet below exLsting grade. Test
results are presented on Plate No.6.
It is anticipated that the near surface soils eJ-,:posad on-site will exhibit an expansion potential
in the very low rlll1ge. 80il material with an Expansion Index greater than 20 should not be placed
within 4 feet of finish grade on any building pad. Expansive soils should not be used as wall
backfill or within 4 feel of finish sub grade beneath concrcle pavements. Soil with and Expansion
Index grater than 50 should not be used within 15 feel (horizontally) of the face of any constructed
slope that is greater than 5 feet in height.
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Imported Fill: Imported fill, if required at this site, shaI1 be approved by our office prior to importing.
The Soils Engineer should be providoo. ample notification so that sampling and testing of potential
soils may be performed prior to importing. Approximately 3 to 5 working days may he n.e<:essary to
sample and evaluate potential import soils. Imported fill material shall have an Expansion Index of
20 or less with not more than 25 percent passing the No. 200 U.S. standard sieve.
Earthwork: All earthwork performed on-site must be accomplished in accordance with the attached
Specifications for Construction of Controlled Fills (Appendix 1). All special site preparation
recommendalions presented in the sections above will supersede those in lhe Specifications for
Construction of Controlled Fills.
All embankments, structural fill, and utility trench backfill shall be compacted to no less than
90% of its maximum dry density. The moisture content of the granular fj II soils should be within 2%
of optimum moisture contenl at the time of compaction. The moisture contenl of the clayey soil
materials should be maintained between 2% and 4% over optimum moisture content. The maximum
chy density of each soil type shall be determined in accordance with ASTM Test Method D1557-91.
Prior to commencement of the brushing operation, a pre-grading meeting shall be held at the
site. The Developer, Surveyor, Grading Contraclor, and Soil Engineer should attend. Our firm
should be given al least three (3) days notice of the meeting time and dale.
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Cut Slope..: Our analysi~ indicates that slopes up to 20 feet in heighl, excavalod completely within
dense. compelCnt sandstone at an inclination of 2: I ~'hori7.Dntal to vertical) or flatter wotUd exlublt a
safety fas.;tor greater than the generally accepted standard of 1.5. Nevertheless, it should be noled that
localized adverse geologic; conditions exposed during the grnding procedures may detrimentally reduce
this safety fu.ctor. These adverse geologic conditions could include, but would not be limited to, fractures
and joinm dipping out of slope, poorly consolidated oveIburden soil. excessively weathered bedrock or
heavy groundwater seepage.
Obscrvalion of the cut slopes during construction should be performed by the Engineering
Geologist so that adverse geologic features might be identified.
Additional remedial actions may be required to mitigate the effects of detrimental slope
conditions. This may include rock bolting. bUttre8Sing, regrading of the slope, or the construction of
a retaining wall system. Remedial slope construction shQu1d be evaluated and recommended by the
Soil Engineer and Engineering Geologist.
Fill Slopes: It is our opinion lhat fill slopes constructed with any gi<lllular, very low to low expansive
soil at an inclination of2:1 (horizontal to vertical) or flatter will be stable to a maximum height of
25 feet.
Fill slopes shall be keyed into dense natural ground. The key shall extend through all
incompetent soil and be established at least 2 feet into dense competent material. The key shall be a
minimum of2 feet deep at the toe of slope and fall with 5% grade toward the interior of the proposed fill
areas. The bottom of the key shall have a width ofatleast 15 feel (plate No.1 0).
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All keys musl be illllpeCted by the Soil Engineer, Engineering Geologist or their representative in
the field.
Iffeasible, soil material placed within the outer 1 S feet of any fill slope, as measured inward
horizontally from the fa= of the slope. shaold consisl of on-site orimported granular, non-
expansive soil material (Expansion Index of20 or less). Fill slopes constructed with clayey or
expansive soils may experience creep and/or surficial failure.
We recommend that slopes be compacted by backrolling with a loaded sheepsfoot roller at
vertical intervals not to exceed 4 feet and should be track walked at lhe completion of each slope.
The face of the slopes should be compacted to no less than 90% relativc compaclion (ASlM
DI557-91). This can best be accomplished by overbuilding the slope at least 4 feet Ill1d trimming
to design finish slope grade.
Surface Drainage: Surface drainage shall be direcled away from structw'es and paved areas. The
ponding of water or saturation of soils should not be allowed adjacent to allY of the foundations.
We recommend that planters be provided with drains and low flow irrigation systems. Gutter, roof
drains and other drainage devices shall discharge water away from the structure into surface drains
and stOml sewers.
Surface water must 110t be allowed to drain in an uncontrolled mamrer over the top of any
slope or excavation.
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The exterior grades should be sloped to drain away from the structures 10 minim; 7C ponding of
water adjacent to the foundations. Minimum site gradients of al least 2% in the landscaped areas and
of 1% in the.hardscaped areas are recommended in the areas surrounding buildings. These gradients
should extend at least 10 feet from the edge of the structure.
To reduce the potential for erosion, the slopes shall be planted as soon as possible aftel' grading.
Slope erosion, including sloughing, rilling, and slumping of SlITface soils may be anticipated if the
slopes are left unplanted for a long period of time, especially during rainy seasons. Swales or earth
bmns are recommended at the top of all permanent slopes to prevent surface water runoff from
overtopping the slopes. Animal burrows should be controlled or eliminated since they can serve to
collect normal sheet flow on slopes, resulting in rapid and destructive erosion. Erosion control and
drainage devices must be installed in compliance with the requirements of the controlling agencies.
Subdrains: A subdrain system shall be installed at the toe of slopes draining into the property,
behind retaining walls, ,vi.thin buttress or stability fills or where fill is proposed over canyons or
drainage areas. At lhis time, construction drawings have not been provided for our review. It is
therefore uncertain whether subdrains will be required. The final determination for the location of
the subdrains shall be made by the Soil Engineer or Engineering Geologist during the site lP"adin~.
Thesubdrain shall consist of a trench at least 36 inches deep and 18 inches wide. Mirafi 140N
or Amooo 4547 non-woven geolextile fubric. or an approved equivalent, .h,lll1ine the bottom and sides
of the trend!. Four inches of3!4.inch rock bedding shall be placed on the geotextile at the bottom of
the trench.
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A 4-inch diameter perfOl'ated pipe shall be placed in the trench ,,<jlh the perforations down. The
pipe sball be ABS schedule 40 (ASTM-DI527) or SDR 23.5 (ASlM-D275l) or approved equal. The
drainpipe shall have a minimum I % gradient and shaIl be centered within the trench horizontally. A
minimum of 3 cubic feel of 3/4-inch rock per linear fOot of sub drain shall be placed over and around
the pipe within the geotextile lined trench. The geotextile sha111ap al least 12 inches over the top of
the TOck. The subdrain shall outlet away from any structures or slopes in an approved legal manner.
Foundation ;Reeommenclations
Seismic Site Categorb:ation: The following seismic site categori<:ation parameters may be used for
fOlmdation design. These design parameters are based on the infonnation provided in Chapter 16 of
the 1997 Uniform Building Code.
Soil Profile Type .. Sc
Near Source Factor N. .. 1.5
Near Source Factor N. .. 2.0
Seismic Source Type .. A
FootilliS: We recommend that the proposed structures be supported entirely on compacted fill in
accordance with the earthwork and soil removal recommendations provided in this report. Footings
should be underlain by alleast 2 feel of soil having an cxp:msion index of20 or less. Footings shall be
designed wilh the minimum dimensions aud allowable dead plus live load soil bearing values given in
the following table:
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Footinl!ll Established on Compaeted Fill
Allowable
Minimum Minimum Soil Bearing
Building Footing Depth Width Value
Height Type (inches ) (inches) (p.s.f.)
OncStory Continuous 12 12 2,000
Two Story Continuous 18 15 2,400
One Story Square 12 30 2,400
Two Story Square 18 30 2,800
The minimum depth given shall be below lowest adjaeent finish subgraae. If foundations
are proposed adjacent to the top of any slope, we recommend that the footings be deepened to provide a
horizontal distance of8 feel between the outer edge of the footing and the adjacent slope face.
The soil load bearing values presented above may bc increased by onc-thinl for short-term
loads, including wind or seismic. The soil load bearing values of any imported soil should be
determined after its selection but prior to its delivery on-site.
All continu.ous footings shall be reinforced in accordance with recommendatiollS provided
by a Structural Engineer. As a minimum, continuoua footings should contain two #4 rebar placed
near the top and two #4 rebat placed neat the bGnom of the fOWldations.
Settlements under building loads are expected to be within tolerable limits fGI the proposed
structure.
Concrete Slabs-On-Grade: lfthe soils are prepared as recommended in lhis report, concrete slabs-
on-grade may be supported entirely on compacted fill. Soil material placed within 4 feet of finish
floor should have an expan$ion index of20 or less. No cut'fill transitions should be allowed to occur
beneath the structure.
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To provide proteclion against vapor or water transmission through the building and floor
slabs, we recommend t..'ult the sJabs-on-grade be underlain by a 4-inch layer of Caltrans Class 2
permeable malenal or gravel. A suggested gradation for the gravel layer is as follows:
Sieve Size
Percent Passing
3/4"
90-100
No.4
0-10
No. 100
0-3
If the sJab-on-grade is Wlderlain by al least 4 feet of granular compacted fill, the:: gravel layer
may be replaced by 4 incOOs of clean sand. An impenneable membrane as described below should
be placed at the midpoint of the sand layer.
If sand bedding ;s used, care should be taken during concrete placement to prevent displacement
of the slllld. A low-slump concrete (4-inch maximum slump) should be used to further minimize
possible curling of the slabs. The concrete slabs should be allowed to cure properly before placing
vinyl or other moisture-sensitive floor covering.
Slab reinforcing and thickness shall be designed in accordance with the anticipated use and
loadings on:the slab aIld as recommended by the Structural Engineer. Construction and weakened
plane joinl spacinl;\ and placement shall be provided by the Sttuctural Engineer.
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Impermeable Membrane: In areas where vinyl or other moisture-sensitive floor coverings are
planned or where moisture maybe detrimental to the struclure's contents, we recommcnd that the 4-
inch-thick gravel layer be overlain by a 10-mil-thick impermeable plastic IDembTlllJe to provide
additional protection against water vapor transmission through the slab. The vapor barrier should be
installed in accordance wilh the manufacturer's instructions. We recommend that the edges be sealed,
To protect the membrane during later concrete work, to facilitate curing of the concrete, and to reduce
slab curling, a 2-inch-thick layer of clean sand shall be placed ovel' the membranc.
Transition Areas: Any proposed structures should nol be allowed to straddle a cut-fill transition
line. Footings and floor slabs should be entirely supported on cut or entirely on fill. The foundation
system should not consist of one where footings are embedded into naturally occurring material and
the slab is supported on fill. The tendency of cut and fill soils 10 compre.'lS differently can frequently
result in differential settlement, cl1lCking to portions of the structure and in severe eases struCtural
damage,
To reduce the potenlial for damage due to differential settlement in transition areas, we
tecommelld thai cut areas be over-excavated to a depth of at least 2 feet below the bottom of the
deepest footing and replaced with soil material that is compacted to at least 90% of its maximum
dry density ~ASTM D1557-91 Reapproved 1998). The compacted fill should extend at least 10 feet
beyond the building floor plan, The soil used in this fill should have an expansion index: of 20 or less-e
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Lateral Resistance: Resistance to lateral loads may be provided by friction at the base of the footings
:md floor slabs and by the passive resistance of the supporting soils. Allowable values of frictional
and pas.sive resistance are presented for the fill soils in the table below. The frictional resistance and
the passive resistance of the materials may be combined without reduction in determining the total
lateral resistance.
Lateral Resistance Values
0.32
Allowable
Passive Pressure
(psf/ft of depth)
325
Soil Type
Compacted Fill
Cocfficienl
of Friction
Footing Observations: Prior to the placement of reinforcing steel and concrete all foundation
excavations should be observed by the Soil Engineer, Engineering Geologist or their representative.
Footing excavations shall be cleaned of any loosened soil and debris before placing steel or concrete.
Footing excavations should be observed and probed for soft areas. Any soft or disturbed soils shall be
over-excavated prior to placement of steel and concrete. Over-excavation of soils should not be
perfonned in locations that were undercut for transition areas. This would compromise the thickness
of the soil supporting the footings. 1n undercut transition areas loose soils should be recompacted.
Field Explorations
Subsurface conditions were explored fur this analysis by excavating three small diameter borings
on March 7. 2003. The exploratory borings were 8 inches in diameter and extended to depths
ranging from 18 to 26Y:, feet Caving did Dol occur in any of the boring walls. Groundwater was not
observed in any of the explorations. The locations of the exploratory excavations are depicted on
the Site Plan, Plate Noc 1, in the back of this report.
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The surface reconnaissance and subsurface exploration were conducted by our geology and
soil engineering pernonnel. The soils arc described in accordance with the Unified Soil Classification
System as illustrated on the attached simplified chart (plate No.2). In addition, a verbal textural
description, the wet color. the apparent moisture and the density or consistency are presented. The
density of granular material is given as either very loose,loose, medium dense, dense or very dense. The
consistency of silts or clays is given as either very soft, soft, medium stiff, stiff. very stiff or hard. The
sampling and 10Wng of our exploratory excavations W\rC perfunned using standard geoteclmical methods.
The logs are presented on Plate No.3 through Plate NQ. 5. Samples of typical and representative
soils were obtained and returned to our laboralory for observation and testing.
Laboratory Testing
Laboratory leSiS were performed in accordance with the American Society for Testing and .
Malerials (ASTM) test methods or suggested procedures: Test results are shown on Plate No.6
through Plate No.9.
Plan Review
Western Soil and Foundation Engineering, Inc. should review the final grading and building
plans for this project.
Llmltatiolls
The recommendations and opinions expressed in this report reflect our best estimate of the
projecl requirements based on an evaluation (lfthe subsurface soil conditions encountcced at the
subsurface exploration locations and the assumption that the soil conditions do not deviate appreciably
from those encountered.
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It should be recognized that the performance of the fOWldations, pavements and co115trUcted
slopes may be influenced by undisclosed or ~ variations in the soil conditions that may occur in
the intennediate and unexplored areas. Any unusual conditions not covered in this report tlwt are
encountered during site development should be brought to the attention of the geotechnical consultant
so that modifications can be made, if necessary.
II is recommended that Westem Soil and Foundation Engineering, Inc. be retained to provide.
continuous geoteehnical engineering services during the earthwork operations. This is to observe
compliance with the design concepts, specifications or recommendations aIld to allow design changes
in the event that subsurfu.ce conditions differ from those anticipated prior to slar! of construction.
Western Soil and Foundation Engineering, Inc. and/or our coDSultants, will not be held respomible
for earthwork of any kind performed without OUI observation, inspection and testing.
This office should be advised of any changes in the project scope so that it may be determined
if the recommendations contained herein are appropriate. This should be verified in writing or
modified by a written addendum.
The findings of this report are valid as of this date. Changl's in thl' condition of a property
can, however, occur with the passage of time, whl'ther they are due 10 natural processes or the work
ofman on this or adjacent properties. In addition, changes in the State-<)f-the.Art and/or Government
Codes may occur. Due to such changes, the findings ofthe report may be invalidated wholly or in
part by changes beyond our control. Therefore, this report should not be relied upon after a period
of one year without a review by us verifying the suilability of the conclusions and recommendations.
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We will be responsible for our data, interpretations, and recommendations, but shall not be
responsible for tbe interprelatiQns by othera ofthe information developed. Our services consist of
prof<lccion:ll oonDultation and ob3C1'Vation o:uy, .nd no ""'''"ully "rallY kiml whatsoever, express or
implied, is made or intended in connection with the work performed or to be perfonned by us, or by
our proposal fur ronsuWng or other services, or by om- fumishing of oral or written reports or findings.
It is the respl;>nsibility of the Client or the Clienfs representative 10 ensure that the information
and recommendations contained herein are brought to the attention of the engineer and architect for the
project and incorporated into the proj,,<;t's plans and specifications. It is funha thc responsibility of
the Client to ta.1(e the necessary measures tc ensure that the contractor and sub--contractors carry out
stich recommendations during construction.
Respectfilllysubmitted,
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SUBSURFACE EXPLORATION
LEGEND
UNIFIED SOIL CLASSIFICATION CHART
SoD Description
Group
Symbol
Typical Names
L COARSE GRAINED: More than half of materia lis
!!em: than No. 200 sieve ~i7.e.
. Gnveb;, Mol'll tb3n hslf of coarse ft'aerion Is 1Mg... tho.
No.4 ,.;eve sjzc but smaller than 3".
CLEAN GRAVELS
ow
Wellll'aded gravel,. gravel sand mixtum, tittle or DO fines.
GP roody iJ1\ded &/lIvels, llI1Ivel5a1ld mixtures. little or DO
ftnes.
GRAVEL WiFlNES
OM
Silty gravel6. poorly araded ~ve1.....d"i1t mixtun:s.
GC Clll)'ey gravels, poorly graded l',l'llvel-<and, olay mixture>.
I Sandi: More than half of coarse fraction is: smaller than
No.4 sieve size.
CLEAN SANDS
SW
Well graded smd, gravelly sand.. little or no fines.
SP Poorly gnuied sandi, gravelly fiandS. little or no t1nes.
SANDS WiFlNES
SM
Silly ...ds, poorly graded sand and silt mixlllreS.
se Clayey ""d., poorly groded sand and elay mhrtme..
fi,; F1NEGRA1NED: MOI1lthanhalfoflDlllerillli'liII!i!kI;
, than No. 200 sieve I:i:ze.
. SOli '" Clays' Liquid limit 1m tb3n 50
ML
Inorganle slits nnd very fine sands, rock flour, rattdy silt (It
c1ayey-6ilt-sand mixtures with &light plasticity.
CL Inorganic clays of low to mcdivm p1as1iciry.l',l'llvelly day;,
sandy clays, '~ry clay., I.... clar.;.
OL Organic ~lty and orgaoi<: silty clays of 10... plamctly.
, SUts &. Clays; Liquid limit ~ than 50
M1i
fnotganic: llib. mic.u:wus or diatomaceous fine sandy or silty
soils, c1asricsilts.
CII Inorg..ic elm of high plasticity, fo..
OR Organic clays of medium to high plnstieity.
HIGHLY ORGANIC SOILS
PT
Peal and other highly tJI'll'lI1ic soil._
Plate No.2
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t;.! Grained Sand Vory Alodium --1
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. To To
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. .. Interlayered wltlt Dark Brown, -3
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,- .y~~ -
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.,,~ Moist Dense CAL
- R ~I.~ Medium to Very Coarse 121.3 S.O 36if -
. 101;. Grained SlUlclstone.
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Grained Sand Momt DaMe _1
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5016. -
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7- ~ Dam Brown, Very Silty, Fin. 127.. 8.1 CAL -7
to C""...e Grained Send Moist Dense 50/5
too --9
1.1- Very Dark Brown to Black, Moi$t DeruiG -11
R Clayoy. Silty, Fioo to Medium To 123.2 9.6 CAL
Grained Sand Very 35/6
13- MOist -13
15- -15
Very Dark Brown to BI....k, Moist Medium
17- R Very Silty, Flne Grained Sand Denae CAL -17
t27.3 7.5 24if
PAUBA FORMATION - Darle Orangieh-8rown, Very Dene. SPT
1&- Very Clayey, Medium to Coanoe Oraine<! Moist 35ii2 -19
Sandstone, Poorly Cem.nlRd
21- Grades To -21
Orangiah.Brown, Silty, Medium 10 Very Moist Den... SPT _
Con..... G....ined Sandstone. Moderately To
Cemented Very 82/12
23- Dense ..23
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2S- -25
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. ...
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10'-.-"':;'
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13- .'- Cemented To To -13
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Location
8-1@4'
8-1@ 11'
LABORATORY TEST RESULTS
Maximum Den,ltv/Outlmum Moisture
Description
Brown, Very Silty, Fine to Coarse Grained Sand
Dark Brown, Slightly Clayey, V<:ry Silty, Fine to
Coarse Grained Sand
Maximum
Dry
Density
(pcf)
134.5
131.0
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Optimum
Moisture
Content
(percent)
7.5
7.5
EXIWIsion Index
Initial Fiual
Sample Moisture Moisture Expansion Expansion
Location Content ('Yo) Content (%) Index Potential
B-2@12' 8.1 13.7 23 Low
Direet Shear
Sample
Location
Apparent
Cohesion
(pst)
250
Angle of
Internal
Friction
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32
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Sample remolded to 90 percenl ofmaximum drj density
and 3 percent over optimum moisture content.
(All samples were satUIated prior to testing.)
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LABORATORY TEST RESULTS - cont'd.
In..situ Moisture and Densitv
Dry Moisture
Sample Density Content
Location (pef) ("10)
B-I@5' 114.5 7.2
8-1 @ 10' 123.3 10.4
B-I@15' 121.0 5.6
EH @ 20' 121.3 5.0
8-2 @ 4' 133.3 3.3
6--2 @ 7' 127.4 8.1
B-2 @ 12' 123.2 9.6
B-2@ 17' 127.3 7.5
B-3 @ 6' 128.2 9.2
8-3 @ 9' 121.2 10.7
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SPECIFICATIONS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF CONTROLLED FILLS
('~neral Description: The construction of controlled fills shall consist of adequate geotechnical
investigations, and clearing. removal of existing structures and foundations, preparation ofland to be
filled, excavation of earth and rock from cut area, compaction and control of the fill, and all other
work necessary to complete the grading of the filled area to confonn with the lines, grades, and
slopes as shown on the accepted plans.
CI~aring Anel Preparation Of Areas To Be Filled:
(1) All fill control projects shall have an investigation or a visual e,,~min~tjon, depending upon the
nature of the job, perfurmed by a qualified soil engineer prior to grading.
(2) All timber, trees, brush, vegetation, and other rubbish shall bc removed, piled and burned, or
otherwise disposed of to leave the prepared area with a finished appearance free.from unsightly
debris.
(3) Any soft, swampy or otherwise unsuitable areas, shall be corrected by drainage or removal of
compressible material, or both, to the depths indicated on the plans or as directed by the soil
engineer.
(4) The natural ground which is determined to be satisfactory for the support of the filled ground
shall then be plowed or scarified toa depth of at least six inches (6") or deeper as specified by
the soil engineer, and until the surface is free from ruts, hummocks, or other uneven features
which would tend to prevent 11nifonn compaction bY the equipment to be used.
(5) No fillsha1l bcplaccd until thcprcparcdnative ground has been approved by the soil engineer.
(6) Where fills are made on the hillsides with slopes greater than 5 (horizontal) to I (vertical),
horizontal benches shall be cut into firm undisturbed natural ground to provide lateral and
vertical stability. The initial bench at the toe of the fill shall be a least 10 feet in width on finn
undisturbed natural ground at the elevation of the toe stake. The soil engineer shall detennine
the width and freq uency of all succeeding benches which will vary with the soil conditions and
the steepness of slope.
(7) (After the nalural ground has been prepared, il shall be brought to the proper moisture content
and compacted to not less than 90% of maximum density, A.S.T.M. DI557-91.
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(8) Expansive soils may require special compaction specifications as direc1ed in the report of
geotechnical investigation by the soil engineer.
(9j The cut pol'tiOllS of building pads may require excavation and recompaction for density
compatibi]ily with the fill as direcled by the soil engineel'.
Materials: The fill soils shall consist of select materials graded so that at least 40 percent of the
material passes the No.4 sieve. The material may be obtained from the excavation, a bol'1'OW pit, or by
mixing soils from On~ or more sources. The material used shall be free from vegetable matter, and
other deleterious substances, and shall not contain rocks or lumps greater than 6 inches in diameter. If
excessive vegetation, rocks, or soils with unacceptable physical chll1'llCteristics are encounter:ro, these
materials shall be disposed of in waste areas designated on the plans or as directed by the soil
engineer. If soils are encountered during the grading operation which were not reported in the report
of geotechnical investigation, further testing will be required to ascertain their engineering properties.
Any special treatm~nl recommended in the preliminary or subsequent 50il reports not covered herein
shall become.an addendum to these specifications.
No material of perishable, spongy, or otherwise unstable nature shall be used in the fills.
Placing, Spreadinl: And Compacting Fill Material:
(1) The selected fill material shall be placed in layers which shall not exceed six inches (6") when
compacted. Each layer shall be spread evenly and shall be thoroughly blade-mixed during the
spreading to insure uniformity ofmalerial and moisture in each layer.
(2) When the moisture content of the fill material is below that specified by the soil engineer, water
shall be added until the moisture content is near optimum as determ ined by the soil engineer to
assure lhorough bonding during the compacting process.
(3) When the moi~iure content of the fill material is above that specified by the soil engineer, the
fill material shall be aerated by blading and scarifying, or other satisfactot)' methods until the
moisture content is ncar optimum as determined by the roils engineer.
(4) After each layer has been placed, mixed and spread ~ven1y, it shall be thoroughly compacted to
not less than the specified maximum density in accordance with A,S.T.M. D1557-91.
Compaction shall be by means of tamping or sheepsfoot rollers, multiple-wheel pnewnalic-tired
rollers, or other types of rollers. Rollers shall be of such design that IheywiIl be able to compact
the fill to the specified density. Rolling of each layer shall be oontinuous over its entire area and
the roller shall make sufficient passes to obtain the desired density. The entire area to be filled
shall be compacled to the specified density.
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(5) Fill slopes shall be compacted by mellJlS of shecpsfool rollers or other suitable equipment.
Compacting operatiol1!l shall be continued until the slopes are stable and until there is no
appreciable amount of loose soil on the slopes. Compacting of the slopes shall be accomplished
by backrolling the slopes in increments of 3 10 5 foot in elevation gain or by other methods
producing satisfactory results.
(6) Field density tests shall be made by the soil engineer for approximately each fool in elevation
gain after compaction, but not to exceed two feet in vertical height between tests. The location
ofthc tests in plan shall be spaced to give the best possible coverage and shall be taken no farther
than 100 feet apart. Tests shall be taken on comer and terrace lots for each two feet in elevation
again. The soil engineer may take additional tests as oonsidered necessal)' to check on the
uniformity of compaclion. Where ~sfoot rollers are used, the tests shall be taken in the
oompactcd material below the disturbed surf8lle. No additional layers offill shall be spread until
the field density tests indicate that the specified density has been obtained.
(7) The fill operation shall be oontinued in six inch (6") compacted layers, as specified above, until
the fill has been brought to the finished slopes and grades as shown on the accepted plans.
Supervision: Supervision by the soil engineer shall be made during the filling and compacting
operations so that he/she can certi fy that the fill was made in accordance with ac.cepted specifications.
The specifications Wid soil testing of subgrade, subbase, and base materials fur roads, or other public
property shall be donc in accordance with specifications of the governing agency.
Seasonal Limits: No fill matcrial shall be placed, spread, or rolled during unfavorable weather
conditions. When the work is interrupled by heavymin, grading shall not be resumed until field tests
by the soil engineer indicate that the moisture content and density of the fill are as previously
specified. Tn the event that, in the opinion of the engineer, soils unsatisfactory as foundation material
are encounlered, they shall not be inoorporated in the grading, and disposition will be made at the
engineer's discretion.
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Greensfelder, R. W., 1974, Maximum Credible RocJc Accelerations from
Earthquakes in California; California Division ofMine8 and
Geology, Map Sheet 23
Kennedy, M.P., 1977, Recency and Character of Faulting Along the Elsinore
Fault Zone in Southern Riverside County. California, California
Division of Mines and Geology, Special Report 131.
Ceighton and Associates, Inc., Augusl 23, 1988, Preliminary Geotechnical
Fault Investigation. 4:1 ACre Parcel Located Southeast of the
Intersection ofYnez and Pauba Roads. South of Tract 15730. Rancho
California, Riverside County. California
Seed, H.B. and Idriss. I.M" 1982, Ground MotionJ and Soil Liquefaction
During Earihquolres, EERt Monograph Series
Slemmons. D.B., 1979, Evaluation of Geomorphic F~lures of Active Faults
for Engineering Design and Siting Studies, Association of
Engineering Geologists Short Course
Vaughn, P. and RockweU, T., 1986, Alluvial Slratigraphy and Neotectonics
olthe Elsinore Fault Zone at Agua Tibia Mountain, Southern
California
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