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Subsurface Exploration, Geologic Hazard,
and Geotechnical Engineering Report
SE 172ND ST. AND 125TH AVE. SE GSI
Prepared For:
OSBORN CONSULTING, INC.
Project No. 20190100H001
March 23, 2020
Kirkland | Tacoma | Mount Vernon
425-827-7701 | www.aesgeo.com
March 23, 2020
Project No. 20190100H001
Osborn Consulting, Inc.
1800 112th Avenue NE, Suite 220-E
Bellevue, Washington 98004
Attention: Mr. Cheyenne Covington, P.E.
Subject: Subsurface Exploration, Geologic Hazard,
and Geotechnical Engineering Report
SE 172nd St. and 125th Ave. SE GSI
Renton, Washington
Dear Mr. Covington:
We are pleased to present the enclosed copies of the above-referenced report. This report
summarizes the results of our subsurface exploration, geologic hazard, and geotechnical
engineering studies and offers recommendations for the design and development of the
proposed project, as currently envisioned. Our recommendations are preliminary in that
construction details have not been finalized at the time this report was prepared.
We have enjoyed working with you on this study and are confident that the recommendations
presented in this report will aid in the successful completion of your project. If you should have
any questions, or if we can be of additional help to you, please do not hesitate to call.
Sincerely,
ASSOCIATED EARTH SCIENCES, INC.
Kirkland, Washington
______________________________
Jennifer H. Saltonstall, L.G., L.Hg.
Principal Geologist/Hydrogeologist
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SUBSURFACE EXPLORATION, GEOLOGIC HAZARD,
AND GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING REPORT
SE 172ND ST. AND 125TH AVE. SE GSI
Renton, Washington
Prepared for:
Osborn Consulting, Inc.
1800 112th Avenue NE, Suite 220-E
Bellevue, Washington 98004
Prepared by:
Associated Earth Sciences, Inc.
911 5th Avenue
Kirkland, Washington 98033
425-827-7701
March 23, 2020
Project No. 20190100H001
Subsurface Exploration, Geologic Hazard, and
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I. PROJECT AND SITE CONDITIONS
1.0 INTRODUCTION
This report presents the results of Associated Earth Sciences, Inc.’s (AESI’s) subsurface exploration,
geologic hazard, and geotechnical engineering study for the proposed SE 172nd Street and
125th Avenue SE Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) project located in Renton, Washington.
(See the “Vicinity Map,” Figure 1.) The approximate locations of the explorations accomplished
for this study are presented on Figure 2. An aerial image and LIDAR-based topography for the
near-project area are presented on Figure 3. In the event that any changes in the nature, design,
or location of the stormwater improvements are planned, the conclusions and recommendations
contained in this report should be reviewed and modified, or verified, as necessary.
1.1 Purpose and Scope
The purpose of this study was to provide subsurface data to be utilized in the design and
construction of the above-referenced project. Our study included reviewing available geologic
literature, drilling five exploration borings, and performing geologic studies to assess the type,
thickness, distribution, and physical properties of the subsurface sediments and groundwater
conditions. Geologic hazard evaluations and geotechnical engineering studies were also
conducted to determine suitable geologic hazard mitigation techniques, temporary
shoring/excavation, backfill recommendations, dewatering recommendations, and infiltration
feasibility recommendations. This report summarizes our current geotechnical fieldwork and
offers geotechnical hazard mitigation and development recommendations based on our present
understanding of the project.
1.2 Authorization
Written authorization to proceed with this study was granted by Osborn Consulting, Inc. by
means of our signed “Agreement for Professional Services - Subconsultant,” dated April 24, 2019.
This report has been prepared for the exclusive use of Osborn Consulting, Inc., the City of Renton,
and their agents, for specific application to this project. Within the limitations of scope, schedule,
and budget, our services have been performed in accordance with generally accepted
geotechnical engineering and engineering geology practices in effect in this area at the time our
report was prepared. No other warranty, express or implied, is made.
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2.0 PROJECT AND SITE DESCRIPTION
The City of Renton SE 172nd St. and 125th Ave. SE GSI project area consists of approximately
4,500 lineal feet of full street right-of-way within the City of Renton extending approximately
half a block north of SE 172nd Street along 122nd Avenue SE, 123rd Avenue SE, 124th Avenue SE,
125th Avenue SE, and approximately two blocks along SE 172nd Street. Stormwater runoff from
these streets is currently collected and conveyed east through private parcels and south within a
street right-of-way into a storm system on SE 172nd Street where it discharges into a wetland
located approximately 150 feet south of the intersection of SE 172nd Street and 127th Avenue SE.
This runoff eventually flows into Big Soos Creek.
The topography in the site area is generally flat lying to gently sloping, with asphalt-surfaced
roadways and gravel or grass-covered shoulders. The existing paved surfaces include patching
related to the installation of a waterline. Based on our review of project plans provided by Osborn
Consulting, Inc., we understand that the current water system is a replacement of an abandoned
water system which included lines under the eastern shoulders of 122nd through 125th Avenues.
The proposed improvements include a new stormwater conveyance system, with 12- and
18-inch-diameter stormlines, and various green infrastructure improvements, such as
bioretention facilities and pervious concrete sidewalks supplemented with General Use Level
Designation (GULD) facilities to collect and treat stormwater runoff from approximately 2 acres
of impervious surfaces. Based on our review of “60% submittal” plan set by Osborn Consulting,
Inc., dated September 27, 2019, we anticipate site grading to include limited cuts and fills,
and stormline installation to include trench depths ranging from approximately 3 to 10 feet.
Much of the alignment of the proposed sidewalks will be at or near to the alignment of the
above-mentioned abandoned water system.
3.0 SUBSURFACE EXPLORATION
AESI completed a subsurface exploration program consisting of five exploration borings on
February 4, 2020, to gain subsurface information about the site. The various types of soils, as
well as the depths where characteristics of the soils changed, are indicated on the exploration
logs presented in Appendix A. The depths indicated on the logs where conditions changed
may represent gradational variations between soil types. Our explorations were approximately
located in the field by measuring from known site features and are shown on Figure 2 and
Figure 3.
The conclusions and recommendations presented in this report are based, in part, on the
exploration borings completed for this study. The number, locations, and depths of the
explorations were completed within site/access constraints including those posed by existing
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buried utilities, overhead lines, and driveways. The boring locations were selected to provide
both general site information and area-specific information based on the proposed site layout.
Changes to the site layout may require the completion of additional subsurface explorations.
Because of the nature of exploratory work below ground, interpolation of subsurface conditions
between field explorations is necessary. It should be noted that differing subsurface conditions
may be present due to the random nature of deposition and the alteration of topography by past
grading and/or filling. The nature and extent of any variations between the field explorations may
not become fully evident until construction. If variations are observed at that time, it may be
necessary to re-evaluate specific recommendations in this report and make appropriate changes.
3.1 Exploration Borings
To avoid damaging existing utilities, a vacuum truck was used to remove the uppermost 4 feet of
soil from each boring. The exploration borings were then completed by a track-mounted drill rig
advancing a hollow-stem auger. During the drilling process, samples were obtained at generally
2.5- or 5-foot-depth intervals. The exploration borings were continuously observed and logged
by a geologist from our firm. The exploration logs presented in Appendix A are based on the field
logs, drilling action, and inspection of the samples secured.
Disturbed but representative samples were obtained by using the Standard Penetration Test
(SPT) procedure in accordance with ASTM International (ASTM) D-1586. This test and sampling
method consists of driving a standard 2-inch, outside-diameter, split-barrel sampler a distance of
18 inches into the soil with a 140-pound hammer free-falling a distance of 30 inches. The number
of blows for each 6-inch interval is recorded, and the number of blows required to drive the
sampler the final 12 inches is known as the Standard Penetration Resistance (“N”) or blow count.
If a total of 50 blows are recorded at or before the end of one 6-inch interval, the blow count is
recorded as the number of blows for the corresponding number of inches of penetration. The
resistance, or N-value, provides a measure of the relative density of granular soils or the relative
consistency of cohesive soils. These values are plotted on the attached boring logs.
The samples obtained from the split-barrel sampler were classified in the field, and
representative portions placed in watertight containers. The samples were then transported to
our laboratory for further visual classification and geotechnical laboratory testing, as necessary.
The various types of soil and groundwater elevations, as well as the depths where soil and
groundwater characteristics changed, are indicated on the exploration boring logs presented in
Appendix A of this report.
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4.0 SUBSURFACE CONDITIONS
Subsurface conditions at the project site were inferred from the field explorations completed for
this study, visual reconnaissance of the site, and review of applicable geologic literature. As
shown on the boring logs, the exploration borings generally encountered a variable thickness of
fill over glacial sediments. The following section presents more detailed subsurface information
organized from the youngest (shallowest) to the oldest (deepest) soil types.
4.1 Stratigraphy
Asphalt/Crushed Rock
A surficial layer of asphalt pavement underlain by crushed rock road base was encountered at all
exploration locations. Asphalt pavement thickness was generally 4 to 6 inches thick, with
approximately 4 inches of crushed rock road base underneath.
Fill
Fill soils (soils not naturally placed) were encountered at the locations of exploration borings EB-2
through EB-4 to approximate depths of 3 feet to 5 feet below the ground surface. This fill
generally consisted of medium dense, dark brown, sandy gravel with some silt. We interpret the
encountered fill as likely resulting from past grading activities associated with roadway and/or
plat construction. Fill thicknesses can vary over short distances and may be deeper than observed
in our explorations. We are not aware of available documentation for placement of the existing
fill or trench backfill. As our explorations were located to avoid existing buried utilities, we did
not encounter trench backfill. From the plans provided by Osborn Consulting, it is likely that the
proposed improvements will encounter existing fill and trench backfill associated with the
existing buried utilities. Although our explorations did not encounter large debris, cobbles, or
boulders within the fill, these materials may be present at random locations and depths. Due to
their variable density and content, the existing fill soils are not suitable for direct support of
grade-sensitive pipelines. Depending on site conditions at the time of construction, remediation
of the fill may be feasible with recompaction or removal and replacement with structural fill.
Vashon Ice Contact Deposits
At exploration boring EB-2, beneath the fill, our exploration encountered medium dense, silty,
fine sand ranging to stiff, sandy silt with trace coarse sand dropstones, interpreted as ice contact
deposits. Ice contact deposits can consist of a wide variety of sediment types initially deposited
above, adjacent to, or within a glacial ice mass and later re-deposited when the ice melts.
Ice contact sediments can be normally consolidated or glacially overridden. Ice contact deposits
at this site primarily consist of fine sand and silt and are considered moisture sensitive. At the
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location of EB-2, the ice contact sediments extended below the maximum depth explored of
11.5 feet below the ground surface.
Vashon Lodgement Till
Sediments encountered below the fill at exploration borings EB-1, EB-3, EB-4, and EB-5 generally
consisted of dense to very dense, silty sand with some gravel. We interpret these sediments to
be representative of Vashon lodgement till. The Vashon lodgement till was deposited directly
from basal, debris-laden glacial ice during the Vashon Stade of the Fraser Glaciation
approximately 12,500 to 15,000 years ago. The high relative density of the unweathered till is
due to its consolidation by the massive weight of the glacial ice from which it was deposited. This
unit is generally suitable for support of pipelines. All sediments of glacial origin may contain large
cobbles or boulders at random locations. At the locations of EB-1, EB-3, EB-4, and EB-5, the
lodgement till extended below the maximum depths explored of 10.3 feet below the ground
surface.
4.2 Regional Mapping
Geologic Mapping
Review of the regional geologic map titled Geologic Map of the Renton Quadrangle, King County,
Washington, U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Publication GQ-405, by D.R. Mullineaux (1965)
indicates that the site is underlain by Vashon lodgement till (Qvt). Our interpretation of the
sediments encountered at the subject site is in general agreement with the regional geology map.
Soil Mapping
Review of the US Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Web
Soil Survey indicates that the soil in the vicinity of the site consists of Arents-Alderwood and
Alderwood soils series. Arents-Alderwood soils are Alderwoods soils that have been disturbed by
urbanization. Alderwood soils generally form from the weathering of glacial till. An area of as
Seattle muck (Sk) soils is present in a low area extending south from 127th Avenue. Seattle muck
soils are generally associated with wetland areas. Our interpretation of the sediments
encountered at the subject site is in general agreement with the regional soils map.
4.3 Hydrology
At the time of our explorations, we encountered groundwater seepage in exploration borings
EB-1, EB-3, EB-4, and EB-5 at depths of approximately 4 feet to 6 feet. These depths generally
corresponded with the slightly oxidized, moist soils that were observed within the upper portion
of the Vashon lodgement till sediments indicating that perched groundwater likely occurs
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seasonally. Perched groundwater, also known as “interflow,” occurs when vertical infiltration is
impeded by less-permeable soils and horizontal migration occurs. It should be noted that
groundwater levels below the site fluctuate in response to such factors as changes in season,
precipitation, and on- and off-site land use. Our field explorations were conducted in early
February when groundwater levels are typically elevated.
4.4 Laboratory Testing
We completed laboratory testing of selected soil samples collected from our exploratory borings.
A total of four grain-size analyses were performed. Copies of the laboratory test results are
included in Appendix B.
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II. GEOLOGIC HAZARDS AND MITIGATIONS
The following discussion of potential geologic hazards is based on the geologic conditions as
observed and discussed herein.
5.0 LANDSLIDE HAZARDS AND MITIGATION
Due to the relatively flat site topography and distance to significant slopes, it is our opinion that
the risk of damage to the proposed project by landsliding is low. Provided that the
recommendations presented in this report are properly followed, no additional landslide hazard
mitigation is recommended for this project.
6.0 SEISMIC HAZARDS AND MITIGATION
Earthquakes occur in the Puget Lowland with great regularity. The vast majority of these events
are small and are usually not felt by people. However, large earthquakes do occur, as evidenced
by the 1949, 7.2-magnitude event; the 1965, 6.5-magnitude event; and the 2001, 6.8-magnitude
event. The 1949 earthquake appears to have been the largest in this area during recorded history.
Evaluation of return rates indicates that an earthquake of a magnitude between 6.0 and 7.0 is
likely within a given 25- to 40-year period.
Generally, there are four types of potential geologic hazards associated with large seismic events:
1) surficial ground rupture, 2) seismically induced landslides, 3) liquefaction, and 4) ground
motion. The potential for each of these hazards to adversely impact the proposed project is
discussed below.
6.1 Surficial Ground Rupture
The nearest known fault trace to the project site is the Seattle Fault Zone, which lies
approximately 4 miles to the northeast. Recent studies by the USGS (e.g., Johnson et al., 1994,
Origin and Evolution of the Seattle Fault and Seattle Basin, Washington, Geology, v. 22, p.71-74;
and Johnson et al., 1999, Active Tectonics of the Seattle Fault and Central Puget Sound
Washington - Implications for Earthquake Hazard, geological Society of America Bulletin, July
1999, v. 111, n. 7, p. 1042-1053) have provided evidence of surficial ground rupture along a
northern splay of the Seattle Fault. The recognition of this fault is relatively new, and data
pertaining to it are limited, with the studies still ongoing. According to the USGS studies, the latest
movement of this fault was about 1,100 years ago when about 20 feet of surficial displacement
took place. This displacement can presently be seen in the form of raised, wave-cut beach
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terraces along Alki Point in West Seattle and Restoration Point at the south end of Bainbridge
Island.
The recurrence interval of movement along this fault system is still unknown, although it
is hypothesized to be in excess of several thousand years. Due to the suspected long
recurrence interval, the potential for surficial ground rupture is considered to be low during
the expected life of the project, and no mitigation efforts beyond complying with the current
2015 International Building Code (IBC) are recommended.
6.2 Seismically Induced Landslides
Due to the relatively flat site topography and distance to significant slopes, it is our opinion that
the risk of damage to the proposed project by seismically induced landsliding is low. Provided
that the recommendations presented in this report are properly followed, no additional landslide
hazard mitigation is recommended for this project.
6.3 Liquefaction
Liquefaction is a process through which unconsolidated soil loses strength as a result of
vibrations, such as those which occur during a seismic event. During normal conditions, the
weight of the soil is supported by both grain-to-grain contacts and by the fluid pressure within
the pore spaces of the soil below the water table. Extreme vibratory shaking can disrupt the
grain-to-grain contact, increase the pore pressure, and result in a temporary decrease in soil
shear strength. The soil is said to be liquefied when nearly all of the weight of the soil is
supported by pore pressure alone. Liquefaction can result in deformation of the sediment and
settlement of overlying structures. Areas most susceptible to liquefaction include those areas
underlain by non-cohesive silt and sand with low relative densities, accompanied by a shallow
water table.
The subsurface conditions encountered at the site pose a low risk of liquefaction due to their
relatively high density from glacial consolidation. No detailed liquefaction analysis was
completed as part of this study, and none is warranted, in our opinion.
6.4 Ground Motion
Design of structural elements should follow 2015 IBC standards using Site Class “D” as defined in
Table 20.3-1 of American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) 7 – Minimum Design Loads for Buildings
and Other Structures.
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7.0 EROSION HAZARDS AND MITIGATION
The Renton Municipal Code defines Low Erosion Hazard Areas as soils characterized by the
Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) as having slight or moderate erosion potential,
and a slope less than fifteen percent (15%).
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Web
Soil Survey maps the soil in the vicinity of the site as Arents-Alderwood materials, 6 to 15 percent
slopes (AmC), and Alderwood gravelly sandy loam, 0 to 15 percent slopes (AgB, AgC). These soils
have a slight erosion potential and are situated on slopes ranging from 0 to 15 percent. Therefore,
the project site is classified as a Low Erosion Hazard Area under the Renton Municipal Code.
Based on the relatively flat site topography and presence of fine-grained soils, the erosion hazard
at the site is considered low to moderate, and a properly developed, constructed, and maintained
erosion control plan consistent with local standards and best management practices is
recommended for this project. Maintaining cover measures atop disturbed ground provides
significant reduction to the potential generation of turbid runoff and sediment transport. During
the local wet season (October 1st through March 31st), exposed soil should not remain uncovered
for more than 2 days, unless it is actively being worked. Ground-cover measures can include
erosion control matting, plastic sheeting, straw mulch, crushed rock, recycled concrete, or
mature hydroseed.
To reduce the potential for off-site sediment transport during construction, we recommend the
following:
1. If possible, construction should proceed during the drier periods of the year, and
disturbed areas should be revegetated, paved, or otherwise protected as soon as
possible.
2. All stormwater from impermeable surfaces should be directed to a stormwater drainage
system or temporary storage facilities and kept away from the proposed work areas.
3. Ground disturbance beyond the project alignment should be kept to a minimum.
4. Temporary sediment catchment facilities adjacent to the proposed stormwater alignment
should be cleaned out and maintained periodically, as necessary, to maintain their
capacity and function. Provide and maintain inlet protection of catch basins and drain
systems that receive runoff from planned work areas.
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5. Soils that will be stockpiled at the site should be stored in such a manner as to reduce
erosion. Protective measures may include, but are not necessarily limited to, covering
with plastic sheeting or the use of straw bales/silt fences.
6. Where needed, construction access should be constructed with quarry spall surfacing or
equivalent according to City of Renton regulations. Maintain existing paved surfaces,
where practical, and sweep as needed.
It is our opinion that with the proper implementation of the Temporary Erosion and
Sedimentation Control (TESC) plans and by field-adjusting appropriate erosion mitigation (BMPs)
throughout construction, the potential adverse impacts from erosion hazards on the project may
be mitigated.
8.0 COAL MINE HAZARDS AND MITIGATION
According to the City of Renton GIS Services COR Maps, the nearest mapped coal mine hazard
lies approximately 0.25 miles to the west. No coal mine hazard analysis was completed for this
study, and none is warranted in our opinion.
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III. DESIGN RECOMMENDATIONS
9.0 INTRODUCTION
Our explorations indicate that, from a geotechnical standpoint, the planned stormwater
improvements are feasible provided that the recommendations in this report are followed. The
sediment types excavated during trenching will likely be Vashon lodgement till, Vashon ice
contact deposits, or previously placed fill. These materials will largely consist of sand with variable
but significant quantities of gravel and silt, and possibly random cobbles and/or boulders.
As stated above, we encountered groundwater seepage in exploration borings EB 1, EB-3, EB-4,
and EB-5 at depths of approximately 4 feet to 6 feet below the ground surface, and interpreted
that seepage as perched groundwater, also known as “interflow,” that likely occurs seasonally.
For portions of the planned stormwater alignment extending below the interflow zone, suitable
temporary shoring and trench sidewall slopes will be required to mitigate seepage and potential
caving conditions. For these reasons, we recommend that construction occur during the dry
season, typically between June and September, and that the contractor be prepared for
saturated soils that are prone to caving and groundwater flow along the pipe alignment.
New infrastructure for the project includes excavations for the drainage facilities and associated
underdrains, and other piping along with street restoration. The following recommendations
pertain to the site and infrastructure improvements for work occurring within the City’s public
right-of-way. In general, all work shall be done in accordance with current City of Renton
specifications.
Based on our subsurface exploration, the material exposed at the base of the stormwater
trenches is anticipated to consist of native glacial till in most areas. Ice-contact deposits (silt) were
encountered in exploration boring EB-2 and may be exposed at the base of trench excavation in
this area. Existing fill was encountered in most of the explorations, ranging in thickness from 3 to
5 feet. Both the glacial till and ice-contact deposits contain a significant amount of fine-grained
sediments and are, therefore, not considered suitable receptor sediments for infiltrating large
volumes of stormwater.
10.0 SITE PREPARATION
Site preparation should include removal of all trees, brush, debris, and any other deleterious
material within the proposed work area. Additionally, organic soil, if encountered, should be
segregated from mineral soils in the trench excavation. Since the density and composition of the
soil can vary in existing utility trenches, random soft/organic pockets may exist, and the depth
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and extent of organics/stripping depths can best be determined in the field by the geotechnical
engineer or engineering geologist.
10.1 Temporary Cut Slopes
In our opinion, stable construction slopes should be the responsibility of the contractor and
should be determined during construction based on the local soil and groundwater conditions
encountered at the particular location at that time. We anticipate that trenched excavations for
the planned stormwater improvements will likely be vertical, with trench boxes used where
warranted, as described in the “Trenching Considerations” section of this report.
For estimating purposes, however, we anticipate that temporary, unsupported cut slopes in fill
soils or in Vashon ice contact sediments can be planned at a maximum slope of 1.5H:1V
(Horizontal:Vertical), and that cut slopes in dense to very dense Vashon lodgement till sediments
can be made at a maximum slope of about 1H:1V. As is typical with earthwork operations, some
sloughing and raveling may occur, and cut slopes may have to be adjusted in the field. If
groundwater seepage is encountered in cut slopes, or if surface water is not routed away from
temporary cut slope faces, flatter slopes will be required. In addition, WISHA/OSHA regulations
should be followed at all times.
10.2 Site Disturbance
The contractor must use care during site preparation and excavation operations so that the
underlying soils are not softened, particularly during wet weather conditions. If disturbance
occurs, the softened soils should be removed and the area brought to grade with structural fill.
Softened soils are defined as any soil not in a firm and unyielding condition. We anticipate that
wet weather construction would increase the earthwork costs over dry weather construction.
11.0 TRENCHING CONSIDERATIONS
11.1 Excavation
Much of the planned stormwater improvements will likely run below paved areas. Therefore, it
will be necessary to sawcut the existing pavement prior to trenching operations. There will also
likely be existing buried utilities that will complicate the excavation process. Overhead power
lines are not expected to interfere with the planned construction, but nearby tree limbs may limit
the pick-and-swing radius of the trenching equipment.
We anticipate that the installation of new stormwater conveyance system, where needed, will
require vertically sided trench excavations. For trenches less than 4 feet in depth, where caving
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or groundwater seepage is not encountered, the trenches may be open-cut for access. For
trenches 4 feet or deeper, or where caving, sloughing, or groundwater seepage is encountered,
we recommend the use of suitable trench boxes or the temporary cut slopes described above.
We anticipate that soils to be encountered during the excavation process will provide moderate
resistance to digging. Cobbles and boulders should be expected during excavation. Groundwater
seepage into the trench, if present, can cause some caving/sloughing to occur. The contractor
should be experienced with excavating in moist to wet subgrade conditions.
11.2 Pipe Subgrade
The undisturbed native soils are suitable for support of the pipe. In the event that soft, organic,
or disturbed soils are encountered at the bottom of the trench, these soils should be
overexcavated, up to 1 foot where needed, and replaced with structural backfill where it is
encountered. An AESI representative should be onsite to observe subgrade conditions and
document backfill operations.
11.3 Pipe Bedding
Pipe zone bedding material should be specified by the civil engineer following the pipe
manufacturer’s requirements. We recommend that pipe bedding placement should conform to
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) Standard Specification 7-08.3(1)C.
11.4 Backfill
The majority of the near-surface soils excavated for the proposed improvements will likely be
moist, silty, fine to medium sand with gravel. These soils are suitable for use as backfill material
provided they are placed at or near (within 2 percent) optimum moisture contents. The backfill
soils should be substantially free of organic materials and rocks larger than about 6 inches in
nominal dimension. We anticipate that during the wet season the on-site soils will not likely be
suitable for backfill due to moisture contents being elevated above optimum moisture for the
soil to achieve suitable compaction.
Above the pipe zone bedding material, on-site sediments may be used for backfill provided that
they can be compacted to at least 95 percent of the modified Proctor maximum dry density, as
defined by ASTM D-1557. If the material excavated from the trench is not suitable for backfill due
to high moisture or a high degree of deleterious material, then imported backfill soil consisting
of material conforming to WSDOT Standard Specification 9-03.10 “Bank Run Gravel for Trench
Backfill” may be used and compacted to the required density. If select import material is not
available, or if there is a need for a higher strength material or in areas congested by other utilities
making compaction difficult, a controlled density fill (CDF) may be used. We recommend the use
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of 50 to 100 pounds per square inch (psi) compressive strength CDF mix to facilitate future
excavation and provide performance equivalent to well compacted soil backfill.
Trench backfill should be placed in uniform, horizontal lifts and compacted to the above standard.
Thickness of structural backfill layers before compaction should not exceed 1.5 feet for a large,
excavator-mounted, vibratory plate-type compactor. Smaller compaction equipment will require
use of thinner lifts; hand-operated mechanical compactors should be used to compact lifts no
thicker than 6 inches. Final lift thickness should be based on field performance testing using
actual materials under field conditions and uniform compactive effort. In some cases, additional
pipe zone bedding material above the pipe may be advisable to minimize required compactive
effort needed to achieve the specified density in this area.
12.0 PERVIOUS CONCRETE SIDEWALKS
From “60% submittal” plans provided to AESI by Osborn Consulting, we understand that pervious
concrete sidewalks are proposed along the east shoulders of 122nd Avenue SE, 123rd Avenue SE,
124th Avenue SE, 125th Avenue SE, and along the north shoulder of SE 172nd Street. The pervious
concrete detail specifies 4 inches of pervious cement concrete placed over a minimum 6 inches
of aggregate base surrounded by a geotextile fabric layer. An underdrain is not included.
We anticipate that stormwater that passes through the pervious concrete sidewalk section will
encounter existing fill, existing utility trench backfill, or the natural, glacially derived sediments.
It is likely that this stormwater will enter the fill soils and migrate horizontally as vertical
infiltration will be impeded by the underlying Vashon lodgement till and ice contact deposits,
both of which contain large quantities of silt and fine sand.
Horizontal migration of perched groundwater, known as “interflow”, occurs naturally within the
subsurface, causing groundwater to infiltrate into and along the fill soils. If the current interflow
within the existing fill and utility trench backfill has not caused adverse impacts to nearby utilities
or roadways, it is our opinion that the relatively small amount of additional groundwater from
the proposed pervious concrete sidewalks should not result in a significant increase in the risk
of adverse impacts to nearby infrastructure, relative to the existing condition. The pervious
sidewalk areas will generally mimic the interflow of the converted landscaped areas.
13.0 DRAINAGE AND DEWATERING CONSIDERATIONS
Groundwater seepage was encountered in exploration borings EB-1, EB-3, EB-4, and EB-5 at the
time of drilling, February 4, 2020. The depth of groundwater observed ranged from 4 feet to
6 feet and was interpreted as perched on the underlying Vashon lodgement till. It should be
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noted that the depth or occurrence of groundwater seepage may vary in response to such factors
as changes in season, precipitation, and site use.
The quantity and duration of flow from an excavation that encounters groundwater depends on
a number of factors including topography, size and depth of the excavation, proximity to surface
water features, soil grain size, lateral extent of the water-bearing zone or aquifer, and season.
We expect that the majority of groundwater seepage can be managed by the installation of
temporary trench sump systems during trench excavation, and we recommend work proceed
during the drier summer months.
14.0 INFILTRATION FEASIBILITY RECOMMENDATIONS
The feasibility of stormwater infiltration depends upon the presence of a suitable receptor native
soil of sufficient thickness, extent, permeability, and vertical separation from groundwater. Our
explorations completed for this study encountered medium dense fill underlain by very dense,
silty, Vashon lodgement till sediments or stiff Vashon ice contact deposits. Laboratory sieve
analyses of samples of the Vashon lodgement till collected from borings EB-1, EB-3, EB-4, and
EB-5 indicate that the lodgement till contains between 23.7 percent and 34.9 percent silt and
clay-sized particles. A copy of the laboratory results is included in Appendix B. The existing fill is
not a suitable infiltration receptor due to its variable texture, silt, and organic content. Because
of their elevated silt content, the Vashon lodgement till and Vashon ice contact sediments
underlying the site exhibit a low permeability and are not considered to be suitable receptor soils
for stormwater infiltration. Therefore, infiltration is not recommended for concentrated flows;
however, dispersed flow through pervious sidewalks should mimic that resulting from the
to-be-converted pervious landscaped areas.
15.0 PROJECT DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION MONITORING
We are available to provide additional geotechnical consultation as the project design develops
and possibly changes from that upon which this report is based. We recommend that AESI
perform a geotechnical review of the plans prior to final design completion. In this way, our
earthwork and foundation recommendations may be properly interpreted and implemented in
the design. This review is not included in the current scope of work and budget.
We are also available to provide geotechnical engineering and monitoring services during
construction. The integrity of the new system depends on proper site preparation and
construction procedures. In addition, engineering decisions may have to be made in the field in
the event that variations in subsurface conditions become apparent. Construction monitoring
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services are not part of this current scope of work. If these services are desired, please let us
know, and we will prepare a proposal.
We have enjoyed working with you on this study and are confident that these recommendations
will aid in the successful completion of your project. If you should have any questions, or require
further assistance, please do not hesitate to call.
Sincerely,
ASSOCIATED EARTH SCIENCES, INC.
Kirkland, Washington
Joshua S. P. Greer, G.I.T.
Staff Geologist
Jeffrey P. Laub, L.G., L.E.G. Bruce L. Blyton, P.E.
Senior Engineering Geologist Senior Principal Engineer
Attachments:Figure 1:Vicinity Map
Figure 2:Site and Exploration Plan
Figure 3:Site Aerial and Topography
Appendix A: Exploration Logs
Appendix B: Laboratory Testing Results
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50/5"
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Bottom of exploration boring at 20.3 feet
Perched groundwater encountered at ~6 feet.
Asphalt - 6 inches
Crushed Rock - 4 inches
Vashon Lodgement Till
Dense, moist, light brownish gray, silty, fine SAND, trace to some gravel,
trace cobbles; unsorted; limited recovery due to APS (SP).
Vacuum truck excavated 0 to 4 feet. Drilled 4 to 21.5 feet.
Very moist, gray, silty, fine SAND, trace gravel; unsorted; poor recovery
(SM).
Driller notes rock in the way.
Very moist to wet, gray, silty, fine SAND, some gravel; unsorted (SM).
Driller notes difficult drilling 10 to 20 feet.
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No groundwater encountered.
Asphalt - 6 inches
Crushed Rock - 4 inches
Fill
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organics; unsorted (GP-GM).
Vacuum truck excavated 0 to 4 feet. Drilled 4 to 11.5 feet.
Upper 4 inches: brown, fine to medium, SAND, some silt (SP-SM).
Vashon Ice Contact Deposits
Lower 8 inches: moist, gray with mottled orange oxidation, silty, fine SAND,
trace gravel; massive (SM).
Very moist, gray, fine sandy, SILT, trace gravel, trace coarse sand
dropstones; massive (ML).
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Asphalt - 4 inches
Crushed Rock - 4 inches
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organics; unsorted (GP-GM).
Vashon Lodgement Till
Vacuum truck excavated 0 to 4 feet. Drilled 4 to 10.4 feet.
Very moist, light brownish gray, silty, fine SAND, trace gravel; unsorted
(SM).
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Bottom of exploration boring at 11.5 feet
Perched groundwater encountered at ~5 to 6 feet.
Asphalt - 4 inches
Crushed Rock - 4 inches
Fill
Medium dense, moist dark brown, sandy, GRAVEL, some silt, trace fine
organics; unsorted (GP-GM).
Vashon Lodgement Till
Vacuum truck excavated 0 to 4 feet. Drilled 4 to 11.5 feet.
Poor recovery due to rock, interpreted as Lodgement Till due to blowcounts
and consistent drill action with deeper samples.
Moist to very moist, light brownish gray, silty, fine SAND, some gravel;
unsorted (SM).
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S-2
S-3
S-4
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Bottom of exploration boring at 10.3 feet
Groundwater encountered at 4 feet.
Asphalt - 4 inches
Crushed Rock - 4 inches
Vashon Lodgement Till
Dense, moist, light brownish gray, silty, fine SAND, some gravel; unsorted
(SM).
Water present post Vacuum truck excavation at 4 feet.
Vacuum truck excavated 0 to 4 feet. Drilled 4 to 10.3 feet.
Moist to very moist, light brownish gray, silty, fine SAND, trace gravel;
unsorted (SM).
Poor recovery due to frequent gravel.
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S-2
S-3
S-4
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Exploration Number
20190100H001
2/4/20,2/4/20
Logged by:
Shelby Tube Sample
140# / 30
Boretec / Track Rig
We
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~403
5
10
15
20
EB-5
Ring Sample
No Recovery
Gr
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10 Ot
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Hole Diameter (in)
DESCRIPTION
Driller/Equipment
Bl
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6
"
Exploration Boring
Water Level at time of drilling (ATD)
SE 172nd St and 125th Ave SE GSI
M - Moisture
AE
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3232
5050/6"
5050/4"
APPENDIX B
Laboratory Testing Results
Particle Size Distribution Report
PE
R
C
E
N
T
F
I
N
E
R
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
100
GRAIN SIZE - mm.
0.0010.010.1110100
% +3"Coarse
% Gravel
Fine Coarse Medium
% Sand
Fine Silt
% Fines
Clay
0.0 0.0 6.3 3.8 14.2 40.8 34.9
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#4 #1
0
#2
0
#3
0
#4
0
#6
0
#1
0
0
#1
4
0
#2
0
0
TEST RESULTS
Opening Percent Spec.*Pass?
Size Finer (Percent)(X=Fail)
Material Description
Atterberg Limits (ASTM D 4318)
Classification
Coefficients
Date Received:Date Tested:
Tested By:
Checked By:
Title:
Date Sampled:Location: Onsite
Sample Number: EB-1 Depth: -7.5'
Client:
Project:
Project No:Figure
Very Silty SAND Some Gravel
3/4"
3/8"
#4
#8
#10
#20
#40
#60
#100
#200
#270
100.0
97.3
93.7
90.6
89.9
86.0
75.7
55.7
44.7
34.9
32.0
np nv
SM A-2-4(0)
2.0444 0.7312 0.2823
0.2016
2-14-20 2-14-20
MS
JL
2-4-20
Osborn Consulting Inc
125Ave SE & 172nd St. Se. GSI
190100 H001
PL=LL=PI=
USCS (D 2487)=AASHTO (M 145)=
D90=D85=D60=
D50=D30=D15=
D10=Cu=Cc=
Remarks
*(no specification provided)
Particle Size Distribution Report
PE
R
C
E
N
T
F
I
N
E
R
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
100
GRAIN SIZE - mm.
0.0010.010.1110100
% +3"Coarse
% Gravel
Fine Coarse Medium
% Sand
Fine Silt
% Fines
Clay
0.0 0.0 7.5 4.8 16.7 47.3 23.7
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#4 #1
0
#2
0
#3
0
#4
0
#6
0
#1
0
0
#1
4
0
#2
0
0
TEST RESULTS
Opening Percent Spec.*Pass?
Size Finer (Percent)(X=Fail)
Material Description
Atterberg Limits (ASTM D 4318)
Classification
Coefficients
Date Received:Date Tested:
Tested By:
Checked By:
Title:
Date Sampled:Location: Onsite
Sample Number: EB-3 Depth: -5'
Client:
Project:
Project No:Figure
Silty SAND Some Gravel
3/4"
3/8"
#4
#8
#10
#20
#40
#60
#100
#200
#270
100.0
95.9
92.5
88.8
87.7
81.1
71.0
52.4
37.8
23.7
20.1
np nv
SM A-2-4(0)
2.9024 1.3856 0.3080
0.2330 0.1074
2-14-20 2-14-20
MS
JL
2-4-20
Osborn Consulting Inc
125Ave SE & 172nd St. Se. GSI
190100 H001
PL=LL=PI=
USCS (D 2487)=AASHTO (M 145)=
D90=D85=D60=
D50=D30=D15=
D10=Cu=Cc=
Remarks
*(no specification provided)
Particle Size Distribution Report
PE
R
C
E
N
T
F
I
N
E
R
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
100
GRAIN SIZE - mm.
0.0010.010.1110100
% +3"Coarse
% Gravel
Fine Coarse Medium
% Sand
Fine Silt
% Fines
Clay
0.0 3.3 8.7 5.3 15.7 38.5 28.5
6
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3/
8
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#4 #1
0
#2
0
#3
0
#4
0
#6
0
#1
0
0
#1
4
0
#2
0
0
TEST RESULTS
Opening Percent Spec.*Pass?
Size Finer (Percent)(X=Fail)
Material Description
Atterberg Limits (ASTM D 4318)
Classification
Coefficients
Date Received:Date Tested:
Tested By:
Checked By:
Title:
Date Sampled:Location: Onsite
Sample Number: EB-4 Depth: -7.5'
Client:
Project:
Project No:Figure
Silty SAND Some Gravel
1"
3/4"
3/8"
#4
#8
#10
#20
#40
#60
#100
#200
#270
100.0
96.7
94.4
88.0
83.7
82.7
77.4
67.0
48.7
38.0
28.5
25.6
np nv
SM A-2-4(0)
5.8272 2.9680 0.3448
0.2609 0.0862
2-14-20 2-14-20
MS
JL
2-4-20
Osborn Consulting Inc
125Ave SE & 172nd St. Se. GSI
190100 H001
PL=LL=PI=
USCS (D 2487)=AASHTO (M 145)=
D90=D85=D60=
D50=D30=D15=
D10=Cu=Cc=
Remarks
*(no specification provided)
Particle Size Distribution Report
PE
R
C
E
N
T
F
I
N
E
R
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
100
GRAIN SIZE - mm.
0.0010.010.1110100
% +3"Coarse
% Gravel
Fine Coarse Medium
% Sand
Fine Silt
% Fines
Clay
0.0 4.2 13.9 8.0 14.6 28.0 31.3
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3/
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#4 #1
0
#2
0
#3
0
#4
0
#6
0
#1
0
0
#1
4
0
#2
0
0
TEST RESULTS
Opening Percent Spec.*Pass?
Size Finer (Percent)(X=Fail)
Material Description
Atterberg Limits (ASTM D 4318)
Classification
Coefficients
Date Received:Date Tested:
Tested By:
Checked By:
Title:
Date Sampled:Location: Onsite
Sample Number: EB-5 Depth: -2'
Client:
Project:
Project No:Figure
Very Silty Gravelly SAND
1"
3/4"
3/8"
#4
#8
#10
#20
#40
#60
#100
#200
#270
100.0
95.8
89.9
81.9
75.2
73.9
68.2
59.3
48.5
39.0
31.3
29.7
np nv
SM A-2-4(0)
9.5979 6.1422 0.4425
0.2680 0.0577
2-14-20 2-14-20
MS
JL
2-4-20
Osborn Consulting Inc
125Ave SE & 172nd St. Se. GSI
190100 H001
PL=LL=PI=
USCS (D 2487)=AASHTO (M 145)=
D90=D85=D60=
D50=D30=D15=
D10=Cu=Cc=
Remarks
*(no specification provided)