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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTract Map 9833-3 Lot 6 Rough Grading Compaction I I I I I I I I -I I I I I I I I I I I LyJ9 5- (3, ~ ROUGH GRADE COMPACTION REPORT PROPOSED SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE LOT 6 TRACT 9833i-3 / CALLE DE VELARDO RANCHO CALIFORNIA. TEMECULA. CALIFORNIA FOR FOR MR. BOB DOYLE PROJECT NO. 95-100.COM RECEIVED FEB 211996 CITY OF TEMECULA ENGINEERING DEPART!,;;:.;. . DATED FEBRUARY 18. 1996 Lakeshore Engineering \ I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I LAKESHORE Engineering Consulting Civil Engineering and Geologists Client: Subject: February 18, 1996 Project No: 95-110.COM Mr. Robert and LaBecca Doyle 30449 Corte Santa Lina Murrieta, CA 92563 (909) 676-0082 Compaction Testing Report Proposed Single Family Residence Lot 6, Tract 98333-3 Calle de Velardo, Temecula Riverside County, California Reference: Soil and Foundation Report Dated November 8, 1996 (P.N. 95-100.PI) Gentlemen: INTRODUCTION This is to report the results of tests and observations made during the placement of compacted fill on the subject site. Periodic tests and observations were provided by a representative of Lakeshore Engineering to check the grading contractors on compliance with the drawing and job specifications. The presence of our field representati ve at the site was to provide to the owner a source of professional advice, opinions and recommendations based upon the field representati ve' s observations of the contractor's work and did not include any supervision, superintending or direction of the actual work of the contractors or the contractor's workmen. The opinions and recommendations presented hereafter are based on our tests and observations of the grading procedures used, and represent our engineering judgment as to the contractor's compliance with the job specifications. 31606 Railroad Canyon Road, #201 . Canyon Lake, CA 92587 . (909) 244-2913 . FAX: (909) 244-2987 v I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I February 18, 1996 Project No.: 95-110.COM Page Two PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT The lot was undeveloped prior to Lakeshore Engineering involvement. At the site, the area is part of a new upper scale, ranch style neighborhood. Ground cover, consists of a growth of annual grasses, trash and debris are lacking. The proposed development will consist of a one and/or two story single family residences of conventional construction, with a long paved driveway and surrounding landscape areas. GRADING OBSERVATION AND TESTING The rough grading operation was observed to be performed in the fOllowing manner: I. Vegetation, surface trash and miscellaneous debris were cleared from the areas to be graded. 2. Unsatisfactory soils were excavated to expose competent materials on which to start the fill. The maximum depth of fills placed was approximately 7 feet located at the top of the southerly facing building pad fill slope. 3. A keyway approximately 12 feet in width and 4 feet in depth, cut into and along the outer toe of proposed driveway and building pad fill slopes. 4. The native soils exposed at the bottom of excavation were inspected and are in our opinion, suitable for support of compacted fills. 5. Approved soils were placed in layers on the prepared surface, and each layer was compacted to the specified density before the next layer was added. 6. The minimum acceptable degree of compaction content was 90 percent of the maximum density. 7. Maximum density and optimum moisture content were determined by the A.S.T.M. D1557-78 method. 8. Field density tests were performed utilizing the sandcone method (A.S.T.M. D1556) and the drive tube method. Lakeshore Engineering :? I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I February 18, 1996 Project No.: 95-110.COM Page Three / 9. The soils used in the compacted fill consisted predominantly of on-site light brown Silty SAND (SM). 10. Due to the competent subgrade soils exposed within the building pd area, overexcavation and recompaction of cut areas within the building pad were not recommended. Field inspection of the layout of the house indicated only the kitchen nook area will require deepen footings to reach competent native soils. Field density tests were made during the placement of fill to determine the degree of compaction and moisture content. Where tests or field observations indicated insufficient density, additional compaction wi th adjustment of the moisture content where necessary was performed before the next layer was added. All field density tests are listed in the "Summary of Field Density Tests", and their approximate locations are shown on Figure No.1. Also shown are the limits of the compacted fill placed during this grading operation. GRADING DEVIATIONS FROM PLANS Near the conclusion of rough grading, the following rough grading changes were observed on the subject site: 1) No major deviations were observed in the field when compared to the approved grading plan. Minor changes included a) the level graded area extended across the knoll to the west and b) the alignment of the driveway was change slightly. A revised plan has been prepared showing the minor changes compared to the original drawing. It is our understanding that the driveway, swales and flowlines will be reinspected during fine grading/landscaping operation. LABORATORY TEST PROCEDURES AND COMPACTION TESTING Soil samples obtained from the field were visually identified and when necessary, additional laboratory testing was performed to confirm identification. All soils were classified with the Unified Soil Classifications System. The procedures outlined in A. S. T .M. Method D1557-78 were used to determine the compaction characteristics of the fill materials. The results of our laboratory compaction tests are presented below: Soil Tvpe Soil Description Optimum Moisture Max. Dry Density A Lt. Brn. Silty SAND 132.5 9.7 Lakeshore Engineering 4 I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I February 18, 1996 Project No.: 95-110.COM Page Four Laboratory Expansion Test A Laboratory Expansion Index Test was performed on a representative soil sample recovered from within the proposed building area at the subject site. The laboratory expansion test was performed in accordance wi th U. B. C. Test Method 29-C, and the pertinent test results are presented below: Soil Description Moisture % Before Test Expan. Index Expansion Potential Depth Sil ty SAND _611 8.7 22 LOW Based upon a test result of 22, subgrade materials are considered to be LOW in expansion potential. It is recommended that the appropriate guidelines under "Suggested Guidelines for Design of Foundation/Slab Systems" be incorporated into the design and construction phases of the project. CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS Based on the final results of the tests, on observations of the construction procedures used in the field and on our experience, it is our opinion that the compacted fill shown on Figure No. 1 has been placed in accordance with the applicable portions of the job specifications and in accordance with the regulations of the City of Temecula. Any fill added beyond the limits or above the grades shown should be placed under engineering control and in accordance with the job specifications, if it is to be covered by the recommendations of this report. The foundation recommendations presented in the remain valid and should be incorporated construction of the residence. referenced soils report into the design and Based upon our field testing results, the compacted fill in our opinion has been compacted to at least 90 percent relative density. The on-site foundation soils exposed during rough grading are granular and therefore considered LOW in expansion potential as verified in the laboratory test results. Foundation should be constructed in accordance with the attached guidelines. Footings should be 12" by 12" minimum. For two story structures, Footings shall be a minimum of 18 inches in depth reinforced with one no.4 bar at top and one at 3" from bottom. Lakeshore Engineering 5 I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I February 18, 1996 Project No.: 95-110.COM Page Five SLAB-ON-GRADE The subgrade soils are considered to be low-medium in expansion potential. The floor slabs may be supported directly on properly prepared subgrade. The concrete floor slabs should be reinforced with at least 6 x 6 -#10 /#10 welded wire mesh or equivalent bar reinforcing, installed at mid-height. Slabs thickness should be at least 4 inches nominal. Presaturation to 120 % over optimum to depth of 12 inches of subgrade soil is required. FOOTING INSPECTION Due to periodic inspections and the transitional cut/fill condition left inplaced, footing excavations should be inspected by a representative of Lakeshore Engineering prior to concrete placement to verify proper embeddment entirely into competent soils. Sitting of footing on compacted fills is not recommended, therefore deepening of footings into native soils especially in the kitchen nook area is recommended. SLOPES AND EROSION CONTROL Due to the sandy nature of the existing slopes are sensitive mitigate surficial erosion, presented: onsite soils, it is our opinion that to surficial erosion. In order to the following recommendations are 1.0) Slopes should be planted as soon as possible with vegetation which is drought resistant and whose root system extends a minimum of 18 inches into the slope face. Immediate planting of the slopes is particularly important where relatively loose sand is exposed. 2.0) High water content in slope soils is a major factor in slope erosion or slope failures. Vegetation watering should be such that a uniform near optimum content is maintained year-around. A landscape architect should be consulted in this regard. 3.0) Shrub and/or tree root excavations should be minimized in size so that water will not collect and cause saturation of the surficial materials. Also, back cuts for tree wells are geotechnically inadvisable because they create a localized over-steepened condition. 4.0) Excavated slope and footing soils should not be spread loosely on the slope face. 5.0) Burrowing Animals should be controlled because burrows become avenue for water penetration. Lakeshore Engineering " II I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I February 18, 1996 Project No.: 95-110.COM Page Six 6.0) All berms should be regularly maintained. Surface drains should be kept free of debris at all times. 7.0) Seemingly insignificant factors, such as recreational abuse (e.g., motorcycles, bicycles, etc.), human trespass, small concentrations of uncontrolled surface/subsurface water, or poor compaction of trench backfills on slope can result in major erosion and slope distress. 8.0) A slope area maintenance program should be developed for use by the home owner. DRAINAGE Positive drainage should be provided around the structure to minimize water infiltration into the underlying soils. Finish subgrade adjacent to exterior footings should be sloped down and away to facilitate surface drainage. ADDITIONAL GRADING The project soil engineer should be notified prior to any fill placement, regrading of the site, or backfilling of trenches, after rough grading has been completed. This report is limited to the earthwork performed through February 17, 1996, the date of our last inspection and testing of compacted soils. At the time of the preparation of this report, only a single family residence is proposed. Any future appurtenance structure such as a detached garage, office, barn, spas or pools, etc., should be reviewed for subgrade suitability prior to construction. Our findings have been obtained in accordance with accepted professional engineering practices in the fields of geotechnical engineering. This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, either express or implied. to you on this project. 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No: 0011: Consulting Civil Engineering and Geologists "'li":-ILO G '2.-\ e,~iO \ oF- I , I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I " APPENDIX C-2 SOIL EROSION CONTROL RECOMMENDATIONS FOR SLOPE AREAS To minimize water-induced surficial erosion/sloughing to existing slopes or new fill and cut slopes, permanent erosion control measures should be planned as soon as possible. However, all soil slopes will undergo some erosion when subject to sustained water application. To minimize long-term erosion, we have listed below some important points to be considered when planning, designing and installing/implementing slope erosion control plans. I) All berms, terrace drains and surface drain inlets should be properly maintained. A qualified Engineer should review any proposed additions or revisions to these systems, to evaluate their impact on slope erosion. 2) Local experience that the upper 3 to 5 feet of slope soils may be subject to water-induced mass erosion. Therefore, a suitable portion of slope plantings should have root systems which will develop well below 5 feet. We suggest consideration of drought-resistant shrubs and low trees for this purpose. Intervening areas can then be planted with lightweight surface plantings with shallower roots systems. In any event, lightweight, low-moisture plantings should be used. 3) Construction delays, climate/weather conditions, and plant growth rates may be such that additional short term, non-plant erosion control measures may be needed; examples would be matting, netting, plastic sheets, deep (5 feet) staking. 4) Major erosion can be initiated by seemingly insignificant events: rodent burrowing, human tresspass (foot prints) in damp areas, small concentrations of controlled surface/subsurface water; or poor compaction of utility trench backfill on slopes. 5) All possible precautions should be taken to minimize soil moisture percolating deep into the slope soils. Slope irrigations systems should be properly operated and maintained and system controls should be placed under strict control. The duration of each cycle of irrigation should be short and may be more frequent in order to reduce the saturation of the deeper soils. \\ I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I " APPENDIX C-2 -CONTINUED- 6) High water content in slope soils is a major factor in slope erosion or slope failures. Therefore, all possible precautions should be taken to minimize soil moisture. Slope irrigation systems should be properly operated and maintained and system controls should be placed under strict control. 7) If completion of new slopes occurs during the rainy season, contingency plans should be developed to provide prompt temporary protection against major erosion/ sloughing. One method would be to place plastic sheeting over the slopes. If this is carefully coordinated with the Landscape Architect/Contractor, plantings might be placed prior to sheeting placement, thus minimize any delays in the plant growth program. We strongly recommend that a "team effort" be used to develop the erosion control program. The team should consist of the Civil and Soils Engineers, the Engineering Geologist, the Landscape Architect/Contractor and the Developer/Owner. To assist in developing a landscape program, we have listed (below) several references. Finally, we recommend that a "Slope Area Maintenance Manual" be developed by the erosion control team, for use by homeowners and their Associations. The above recommendations are intended for guidance purposes. Situations will vary and therefore, erosion control plans will differ. No guaratee is made as to performance, but we believe these recommendations meet the generally accepted standards of our profession at this time. \2-- I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I ~ .' EROSION CONTROL REFERENCES 1. "Slope Protection for Residential Developments", National Academy of Sciences, Washington, D.C. (l969) 2. "Guide for Erosion and Debris Control in Hillside Areas", Department of Building and Safety, City of Los Angeles (l970) 3. "Slope Stability Report", Orange County Department of Building and Safety (1973) 4. "Guides of Erosion and Sediment Control" Soil Conservation Service, Davis California, U.S. Department of Agriculture (1977) 5. "Rain-Care and Protection of Hillside Homes", brochure undated, published by Buiolding and Safety Divsion, Los Angeles County Engineer. 6. "Guidelines for Erosion and Sediment Control Planning and Implementation", Office of Research and Monitoring, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, (1972) 7. "Resource Conservation Glossary", Soil Conservation Society of America (1970) 8. "Standards and Specifications for Soil Erosion and Sediment Control Developing Areas:' Soil Conservation Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture 9. "Homeowners Guide for Debris and Erosion Control"' Los Angeles County Flood Control District (undated) lO. "Grading Guildelines (8 pages, stapled sheets), Building and Safety Division, Department of County Engineer, County of Los Angeles (undated, but probably about 1977) Vb