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I <br /> i <br /> ! <br /> 3. Report Content. <br /> 3.1 Introduction. Must include the same information required in a Level l report. <br /> ! ~ 3.2 " Proj ect Location and Description. Must include the same information required <br /> ~ in a Level 1 report. <br /> 'I! <br /> 3.3 Site Investi ag tion. <br /> 3.3.1 Development of the investigation. (Include who specified it and why <br /> the investigation was done in the manner rt was done.) <br /> 3.3.2 Scope of field work. (Include how many test pits/test borings were <br /> ~ made, what type, and where.) <br /> 3.3.3 Drilling, sampling, and field testing program and methods; <br /> j ~ ASTM/AASHTO references. <br /> i i 3.3.4 Laboratory testing program (samples tested; procedures used, ASTM <br /> references). <br /> ~ 3.3.5 Discussion of unusual conditions encountered during field drilling and <br /> j sampling. <br /> I <br /> 3.4 Analysis of Site Investigation Data. <br /> 3.4.1 Summary of observed subsurface profile (stratigraphy);discussion of <br /> soil and rock layers and deposits encountered in the subsurface investigation; index <br /> properties and classifications. <br /> 3.4.2 Comparison of developed soil profile to geologic setting described in <br /> previous section, including a discussion of similarities and differences. <br /> <br /> ~w ' 3.4.3 Discussion of each ofthe potential geologic-natural hazards observed <br /> at the development site; location, magnitude, time effects, possible effects on the <br /> structure or facility. <br /> 3.4.4 Discussion of laboratory test results, and description of potentially <br /> expansive soils, organic deposits, loose sands, and any areas of potential or existing <br /> instability. <br /> 3.4.5 Discussion of anticipated groundwater conditions that may effect the <br /> site development and/or project, and discussion of effects of grading on infiltration <br /> of water. <br /> 3.5 Conclusions. Include the same requirements required in a Level 1 and the <br /> following: <br /> 3.5.1 Suggested methods for dealing with the potential geologic-natural <br /> hazards; qualitative advice to design engineers or architects. <br /> 3.5.2 Clear reference to empirical, published or unpublished, minimum <br /> design standards or procedures for the design of elements of the structure or facility, <br /> which are based solely on the index properties of supporting soil and/or rock units. <br /> Recommendations for design and construction shall be based on the Qualified <br /> Registered Professional's judgment, combined with experience. <br /> 3.5.3 Expectations concerning consolidation or settlement. <br /> 3.5.4 Clear reference of groundwater elevations and its impact on the <br /> constructed development and construction activities and necessary mitigation <br /> measures. <br /> 1 <br /> 3.6 Appendices and Graphic Presentations. Shall meet the same requirements <br /> ' Administrative Order - 17 <br /> R:\ADM[NORD\RULES\03geotech2ao.wpd(03/26/03 ) <br /> <br />