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OCT 2 6 2007
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HIGHLAND SQUARE TOWN HOMES
343 Union Avenue NE
Renton, Washington
TECHNICAL INFORMATION REPORT
October 20, 2006
Prepared for:
KD Properties-Pham, LLC
Attn: Johnathan Kurth
1201 Monster Road SW
Suite 320
Renton, Washington 98057
(425) 228-5959 office
(425) 226-9227 fax
Submitted by:
Offe Engineers, PLLC
Attn: Darrell Offe, P. E.
13932 SE 159t11 Place
Renton, Washington 98058-7832
(425) 260-3412 office
(425) 988-0292 fax
Project Description
The purpose of this report is to present a preliminary drainage and downstream review
for the proposed Highland Square Town Home 30-unit project in accordance with the
City of Renton requirements. The project is located at 343 Union Avenue NE within the
City limits of Renton.
The Highland Square Town Home project is a proposal to create 30 multi-family
residential units on the existing property comprising of 1.61 acres. The project is
currently consist of an existing "Thrift Store" and paved parking lot. The existing
impervious surfaces were created during the construction of the "Prairie Market" building
in February 1970. The existing King County Tax Parcel number is 162305-9098. The
existing "Thrift Store" has been abandoned and the parking lot gated off to access.
The parcel is bounded to the West by a large apartment complex; to the north and east
by retail; and to the south by a newer residential (multi-family) project called "3rd and
Union Townhomes".
Review of Resources
Critical Drainage Area Map
• Maplewood Creek/ Cedar River / Lake Washington Watershed
Flood plain/floodway (FEMA) Maps
• There is no mapped floodplain in the immediate area per the available FEMA
map.
Sensitive Areas
• Wetlands -There are no known wetlands located on the project.
• Streams and 100 Year Flood Plains -There are no streams or floodplains on
or near the project.
• Erosion Hazard Areas -There are no landslide hazard areas on this project.
• Landslide Hazard Areas -There are no designated sensitive slopes on or
adjoining the property.
• Seismic Hazard Areas -The area is not mapped as a seismic hazard area.
• Coal Mine Hazard Areas -The property does not appear to be located within
a designed coalmine hazard area.
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U.S. Department of Agriculture, King County Soils Survey
• The underlining soils have been classified by Cornerstone Geotechnical as Glacial
n11.
Flow Control Application
• Since the existing impervious surface was created before January 201, the
project is exempt from storm water detention if less than 5,000 square feet is
added. The entire project is currently covered with impervious surface from the
construction of the "Prairie Market" in 1970. The proposed project would create
0.30 aces of pervious (landscaping/yards) and 1.31 acres of impervious
(pavement, driveways, sidewalks). The existing site consists of 0.16 acres of
pervious and 1.45 acres of impervious. Therefore the proposed project would
DECREASE the amount of impervious surface (no net increase) and no storm
water detention is proposed.
Water Quality Application
• The proposed project DOES NOT trigger the threshold for water quality
requirements under the 2005 Manual.
Landslide Hazard Drainage Area Map
• The site is not located in a landslide hazard drainage area.
Field Inspection
Offe Engineers has visited the site on several occasions. The most resent visit occurred
the morning of October 23, 2006. The site was still paved and the building still
standing. The site drains from west to east into the storm system within Union Ave. NE.
The existing storm conveyance within Union Ave. flows north towards the intersection of
NE 4t11 Street and Union Ave NE. At the time of this site visit, construction activities were
occurring at this intersection, which did not allow for viewing of the existing storm
system. Based upon plans from the City of Renton files, the storm conveyance flows
east within a storm pipe (size not visually verified) approximately 600 feet to a point
where the storm system outfalls to the south into Maplewood Creek.
Review of the 8 Core Requirements and 5 Special Requirements of the 2005
King County Surface Water Design Manual
Offe Engineers has reviewed the Core and Special Requirements in Chapter 1 of the
King County Surface Water Design Manual, and addresses each of the requirements as
follows:
Core Requirement No. 1 -Discharge at Natural Location
The project will discharge into the existing storm system within Union Avenue NE.
Core Requirement No. 2 -Offsite Analysis
The property appears to be an isolated parcel below Union Avenue NE with no water
flowing onto the parcel. The surrounding properties are developed and contain the
storm water within their projects. The elevation of Union Ave NE is below the site.
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Core Requirement No. 3 -Flow Control
EXEMPT
Core Requirement No. 4 -Conveyance System
The onsite conveyance system will be sized to convey the 25 year storm event as
required by the 205 Manual; this analysis will be provided as part of the design
documents.
Core Requirement No. 5 -Erosion and Sediment Control
A Temporary Erosion and Sediment Control Plan implementing the Best Management
Practices will be designed as part of the final engineering plans for the project in
accordance with City of Renton requirements.
Core Requirement No. 6 -Maintenance and Operations
The Maintenance and Operations Manual for the Highland Square will be included in the
Final Storm Drainage Report as part of the final engineering design for the project.
Core Requirement No. 7-Financial Guarantees and Liability
The Financial Guarantees and Liabilities will be required prior to the project being
finalized by the City of Renton.
Core Requirement No. 8-Water Quality
EXEMPT
Special Requirement No. 1 -Adopted Area-Specific Requirements
The project is located within the Cedar River Basin Plan.
Special Requirement No. 2 -Floodplain/Floodway Delineation
This requirement does not apply.
Special Requirement No. 3 -Flood Protection Facilities
This requirement does not apply.
Special Requirement No. 4 -Source Controls
This requirement does not apply.
Special Requirement No. 5 -Oil Control
This requirement does not apply.
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Appendix A
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1. Vicinity Map
2. Existing Topography
3. Proposed Site Plan
4. Drainage System Table
5. Photo Key Map
6. Photos
7. Previous Construction Plans
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OFF-SITE ANALYSIS DRAINAGE SYSTEM TABLE
SURFACE WATER DESIGN MANUAL, CORE REQUIREMENT #2
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Subbasin Name: Mapkwood Creek Basin Subbasin Number:
Drainage Slope Distance Existing Potential Observations of field
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City of Renton
TECHNICAL INFORMATION REPORT (TIR) WORKSHEET
Part 1 PROJECT OWNER AND
PROJECT ENGINEER f-------------------
Project Owner: KO Properties-Pham,LLC
Address: 1201 Monster Road SW
SUite 320
Renton, WA 98057
Phone: { 425) 228-5959 attn: Johnathan
Kurth
Project Engineer: Darrell Offe, P.E.
Company: Offe Engineers, PLLC
Address/Phone: 13932 SE 159th Place
Renton,YIA 98058-7832
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Part 2 PROJECT LOCATION AND
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Project Name: Highland Square Town
Homes
Location
Township: 23 North
Range: 5 East
Section: 16
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Part 3 TYPE OF PERMIT
APPLICATION
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D Subdivision
r~rt 4 OTHER REVIEWS AND PE_R_M_IT_s ___ _,
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1gLJ Grading
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DOE Dam Safety [I Structural Vaults
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Part 5 SITE COMMUNITY AND DRAINAGE BASIN
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Drainage Basin
Maplewood Creek / Cedar River / Lake Washington
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D River
D Stream
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D Depressions/Swales
D Lake
D Steep Slopes
Part 7 SOILS
Soil Type Slopes
Glacial Till, ___ _ 0 -100/o
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Part 8 DEVELOPMENT LIMITATIONS
REFERENCE
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Part 9 ESC REQUIREMENTS
MINIMUM ESC REQUIREMENTS
DURING CONSTRUCTION
D Sedimentation Facilities
D Stabilized Constmctiori Entrance
D Perimeter Runoff Control
D Clearing and Grading Restrictions
D Cover Practices
D Construction Sequence
D Other
D Floodplain---------
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D Stabilize Exposed Surface
D Remove and Restore Temporary ESC Facilities
D Clean and Remove All Silt and Debris
D Ensure Operation of Permanent Facilities
D Flag Limits of SAO and open space
preservation areas
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Part 10 SURFACE WATER SYSTEM
D Grass Lined D Tank D Infiltration Method of Analysis
D Vault D Depression ~ Channel
Pipe System D Energy Dissapator D Flow Dispersal
Compensation/Mitigati
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D Wetland D Waiver Storage
D Dry Pond D Stream D Regional D Wet Pond Detention
Brief Description of System Operation: catch basins within access road discharging into
the existing storm system within Union Avenue NE.
Facility Related Site Limitations
Reference Facility Limitation
Part 11 STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS
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Part 13 SIGNATURE OF PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER
I or a civil engineer under my supervision has visited the site. Actual site conditions as observed
were incorporated into this worksheet and the attachments. To the best of my knowledge the
information provided here is accurate.
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PREPARED FOR
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September 27, 2006
yle R. Campbell,
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GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING STUDY
PROPOSED HIGHLANDS SQUARE
TOWNHOME DEVELOPMENT
343 UNION AVENUE SOUTHEAST
RE...,TON, WASHINGTON
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Earth Solutions NW, LLC
2881-152nc1 Avenue Northeast, Redmond, Washington 98052
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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PAGE
INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
General........................................................................... 1
Project Description .... ... .. . ... ... ... .. . . .. ... ... ...... ... ... .. .... ... ... ... . 2
Surface............................................................................ 2
Subsurface....................................................................... 2
Groundwater..................................................................... 3
DISCUSSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS ....................................... 3
General........... .. .. . . . . . . . . . .. .. . . . . . .. .. . .. . . .. . .. . .. .. . . . . . . . .. . .. . . . . . . . . . .. . 3
Site Preparation and Earthwork................................... .. . .. .. . 4
Excavations and Slopes . . . .. . . . .. .. .. . . .. .. .. . .. .. . .. .. . .. . . .. .. . . . . .. . 5
Utility Trench Backfill ............. ___ ...... _ ......................... _....... 5
Pavement Sections ........................................................ ..
Foundations.................................. .. ... .. .. . . . .. .. . . .. .. .. .... ..
Slab-on-Grade Floors............ . ...................... _ ........ .
Retaining Walls. .. . .. .. . .. . . .. . . .. . . . . . .. .. .. . . . .. .. . .. . .. .. _
Drainage .......................................................................... .
Rockeries and Modular Block Walls ................................... .
Seismic Considerations ...................................................... ..
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LIMITATIONS........................................................................ .. .. . 9
Additional Services............................................................ 9
GRAPHICS
PLATE 1
PLATE 2
PLATE3
PLATE4
APPENDICES
Appendix A
Appendix B
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Cont'd
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VICINITY MAP
TEST PIT LOCATION PLAN
RETAINING WALL DRAINAGE DETAIL
FOOTING DRAIN DETAIL
Subsurface Exploration
Test Pit Logs
Laboratory Test Results
Sieve Analysis Results
September 27, 2006
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Davis Real Estate Group
1201 Monster Road Southwest, Suite 320
Renton, Washington 98055
Attention: Mr. Jonathan Kurth
Dear Mr. Kurth:
Earth Solutions NW, LLC (ESNW) is pleased to present this report titled "Geotechnical
Engineering Study, Proposed Highlands Square Townhome Development, 343 Union Avenue
Southeast, Renton, Washington". Based on the conditions encountered during our fieldwork,
the majority of the site is underlain by native soils consisting of medium dense to very dense
silty sand with gravel and silty sand glacial till deposits. Fill was encountered in the upper one
and one-half feet in test pit TP-1, and consisted primarily of medium dense silty sand with
gravel and contained trace amounts of organic debris.
In our opinion, the proposed townhome development is feasible from a geotechnical standpoint.
The proposed structures can be supported on conventional foundations bearing on competent
native soils or structural fill, as appropriate Where loose or unsuitable soil conditions are
exposed at foundation subgrade elevations, such as the fill soils encountered in the western
portion of the site, compaction of the soils to the specifications of structural fill, or
overexcavation and replacement with structural fill, may be necessary. The suitability of the
existing fill soils can be further evaluated during construction.
The opportunity to be of service to you is appreciated. If you have any questions regarding the
content of this geotechnical engineerir,g study, please call.
Sincerely,
EARTH SOLUTIONS NW, LLC
Kyle R Campbell, P.E.
Principal
General
GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING STUDY
PROPOSED HIGHLANDS SQUARE
TOWNHOMED DEVELOPMENT
343 UNION AVENUE SOUTHEAST
RENTON, WASHINGTON
ES-0625
INTRODUCTION
This geotechnical engineering study was prepared for the proposed townhome development to
be constructed at 343 Union Avenue Southeast in Renton, Washington. The purpose of this
study was to review the project information provided to us, perform subsurface exploration at
the subject site and prepare geotechnical recommendations for the proposed development.
Our scope of services for completing this geotechnical engineering study included the following:
• Excavating a series of test pits across accessible areas of the site and providing a
characterization of the soil and groundwater conditions;
• Providing recommendations for site grading, drainage, structural fill requirements, and
other project-specific geotechnical recommendations;
• Providing recommendations regarding soil bearing capacity, subgrade preparation, and
recommendations for foundation support;
• Providing an assessment of the suitability of site soils for use as structural fill, and;
• Other pertinent geotechnical recommendations, as appropriate.
The following documents were reviewed as part of preparing this geotechnical engineering
study:
• Composite Geologic Map of King County, Washington, Booth et al, 2006;
• King County Soil Conservation Survey (SCS);
• Boundary and Topography Survey, prepared by Kenneth R. Anderson and Associates,
dated 09/11/06, and;
• Preliminary Site Plan/Project Qata, Sheet SP1, prepared by Gerry Slick Design Group,
dated 06/20/2006.
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Prolect Description
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We understand the subject site will be redeveloped with a 30-unit townhome development and
associated infrastructure improvements. Grading will likely be minimal, with cuts and fills of
less than about six feet required to achieve design footing elevations. We do not anticipate any
below-grade levels associated with this development.
At the time this report was prepared, specific building load values were not available. However,
based on our experience with similar developments, we anticipate wall loads on the order of 2
to 4 kips per lineal foot column loads on the order of 250 kips, and slab-on-grade loading of
approximately 150 psf.
We anticipate stormwater generated from new development will be discharge into an existing
franchise utility.
If the above design estimates are incorrect or change, ESNW should be contacted to review the
recommendations in this report. ESNW should review the final design to verify that our
geotechnical recommendations have been incorporated.
Surface
The site is located along the west sid~ of Union Avenue Southeast, just south of Northeast 4lh
Street in the Renton Highlands neighborhood of Renton, Washington (see Plate 1, Vicinity
Map). The subject property is roughly rectangular in shape, and is bordered to the north by an
existing retail building, to the south by a new residential development, to the east by Union
Avenue Northeast and to the west by a parking lot and developed parcel. The approximate
limits of the property are illustrated on the Test Pit Location Plan (Plate 2).
The subject property is currently developed with a single-story retail store which will be
removed in order to accommodate the proposed development. Asphalt pavement covers the
remainder of the site, except for isolated areas of landscaping. Topography across the site is
relatively level, and descends approximately ten feet to the east to meet the existing right-of-
way elevation.
Subsurface
Four test pits were excavated at accessible areas of the subject site for purposes of assessing
soil . conditions, and for. p1.1rpQseit of characterizing and classifying the site soils. Access
restraints and the extenh:>f existing development largely controlled the location and number of
our test sites. Please refer to the test pit logs provided in Appendix A for a more detailed
description of the subsurface conditions.
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Asphalt pavement was encountered a.t the surface of all of our test pit locations. The asphalt
was approximately two inches in thickness, and was underlain by about two inches of gravel
base material.
Fill was encountered at test site TP-1. The fill consisted primarily of medium dense silty sand
with gravel (Unified Soil Classification SM) extending to a depth of approximately one and one-
half feet below existing grade, and contained trace amounts of organic debris.
Underlying the fill and in the remainder of the test sites, we encountered native soils consisting
primarily of medium dense to very dense silty sand with gravel (SM) glacial till deposits.
The referenced geologic map of the area identifies glacial till (Qvt) deposits throughout the site
and surrounding area. The glacial till soils consist primarily of a non-sorted mixture of silt, sand
and gravel in a compact condition at depth. Review of the King County Soil Survey (SCS)
identifies Alderwood series (AgC) glacial till soils at the site and surrounding properties.
The soil conditions encountered during our fieldwork generally correlate with the geologic and
soil map designations. Based on the geologic mapping information and the soil conditions
encountered during our fieldwork, we interpret the soils at the site to represent glacial till
deposits.
Groundwater
Groundwater seepage was not encountered during the time of our field exploration (September
22, 2006). Due to the generally limited extent and depth of the building excavations anticipated
for this project, we do not anticipate excessive seepage will be encountered in the site
excavations, or that groundwater seepage will create significant difficulties during construction,
except possibly in deeper utility excavations.
However, it is important to note that groundwater seepage rates and elevations fluctuate
depending on many factors, including precipitation duration and intensity, the time of year, and
soil conditions. In general, groundwater flow rates are higher during the wetter, winter months.
DISCUSSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
General
Based on the results of our study, construction of the proposed townhome development is
feasible from a geotechnical standpoint. The primary geotechnical considerations associated
with the proposecj development include _ site grading and_ earthwork, foundation support,
structural fill placement, teiifporary excavations and sliitabiiity of the on-site soils for use as
structural fill.
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Based on the results of our study, ttae proposed townhome structures can be supported on
conventional spread and continuous foundations bearing on competent native soils or structural
fill, as appropriate. We anticipate that competent native soil suitable for support of foundations
will generally be encountered at depths of between two to four below existing grades. Where
loose or unsuitable soil conditions are exposed at foundation subgrade elevations, compaction
of the soils to the specifications of structural fill, or overexcavation and replacement with
structural fill may be necessary.
In our opinion, the soils generated from cuts throughout the site should generally be suitable for
use as structural fill. The silty sand soils encountered at the majority of the exploration sites will
generally exhibit good soil strength when compacted to structural fill specifications.
Recommendations for structural fill placement are discussed in the Site Preparation and
Earthwork section of this study.
This study has been prepared for the exclusive use of Davis Real Estate Group, and their
representatives. No warranty, expressed or implied, is made. This study has been prepared in
a manner consistent with the level of care and skill ordinarily exercised by other members of the
profession currently practicing under similar conditions in this area.
Site Preparation and Earthwork
With respect to earthwork, the primary considerations at this site are related to fill placement
and compaction, temporary excavatic,ns, suitability of the native soils for use as structural fill,
and appropriate erosion control measures. From a geotechnical standpoint, the soils
encountered at the test sites are genmally suitable for use as structural fill. In our opinion, the
site soils anticipated to be exposed during site excavations would exhibit a moderate to high
sensitivity to moisture. The soils encountered at the test sites were generally in a moist
condition at the time of the exploration (September 2006). Soils encountered during site
excavations that are excessively over the optimum moisture content may require moisture
conditioning prior to placement and compaction.
During periods of dry weather, the on-site soils should generally be suitable for use as structural
fill provided the moisture content is at or near the optimum level at the time of placement. If the
on-site soils cannot be successfully compacted, the use of an imported soil may be necessary.
Imported soil intended for use as struttural fill should consist of a well graded granular soil with
a maximum aggregate size of four inclies, and a moisture content that is at or near the optimum
level. During wet weather conditionE;, imported soil intended for use as structural fill should
consist of a well.graded granular soil with a fines content of five percent or less defined as the
percent passing the #200 sieve, based on the minus three-quarter inch fraction.
Structural fill is defined as compacted soil placed in foundation, slab-on-grade, and roadway
areas. Fills placed to construct permanent slopes and throughout retaining wall and utility
trench backfill areas are also considered structural fill. Soils placed in structural areas should
be compacted to a relative compaction of 90 percent, based on the maximum dry density as
determined by the Modified Proctor Method (ASTM D-1557) and placed in maximum 12 inch
lifts. In pavement areas, the upper 12 inches of the structural fill should be compacted to a
relative compaction of at least 95 percent.
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Temporary erosion control measures should include, at a minimum, silt fencing placed along
the development perimeter of the corstruction site. As appropriate, temporary construction
entrances should consist of at least six inches of quarry spalls to help minimize off-site soil
tracking and to help provide a stable temporary road base. Mulching of exposed earth
surfaces, and other measures for controlling drainage and erosion during construction should
be considered, as appropriate.
Excavations and Slopes
The Federal and state Occupation Safety and Health Administration (OSHAMIISHA) classifies
soils in terms of minimum safe slope inclinations. Based on the soil conditions encountered
during our fieldwork, the fill and weathered till soils observed in the upper approximately two to
four feet at our test sites would be classified by OSHAMIISHA as Type C. Temporary slopes
over four feet in height in Type C soils should be sloped at an inclination of 1.5H:1V, or flatter.
If appropriate slopes cannot be achieved, temporary shoring should be used to stabilize the
excavations. The unweathered glacial till soils encountered below about four feet would be
classified by OSHAMIISHA as Type A. Temporary slopes over four feet in height in Type A
soils should be sloped at an inclination of 0.75H:1V or flatter, respectively.
Permanent slopes should maintain a gradient of 2H:1V, or flatter, and should be planted with an
appropriate species of vegetation to enhance stability and to minimize erosion.
The geotechnical engineer should observe temporary and permanent slopes to verify that the
inclination is appropriate, and to provide additional slope grading recommendations, as
necessary.
Utility Trench Backfill
Based on the subsurface conditions encountered at the test sites, the native soils should be
suitable for support of utilities. Organic or highly compressible soils encountered in the trench
excavations should not be used for supporting utilities. In general, the native soils observed at
the test sites should generally be suitable for use as structural backfill in the utility trench
excavations, provided the soil is at or near the optimum moisture content at the time of
placement and compaction. Moisture conditioning of the soils may be necessary at some
locations prior to use as structural fill. Utility trench backfill should be placed and compacted to
the specifications of structural fill provided in this report, or to the applicable specifications of the
city or county jurisdictions, as appropriate .
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Pavement Sections
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The performance of site pavements is largely related to the condition of the underlying
subgrade. To ensure adequate pavement performance, the subgrade should be in a firm and
unyielding condition when subjected to proofrolling with a loaded dump truck. Structural fill in
pavement areas should be compacted to the specifications detailed in the Site Preparation and
Earthwork section of this report. It is possible that soft, wet, or otherwise unsuitable subgrade
areas may still exist after base grading activities. Areas of unsuitable or yielding subgrade will
require remedial measures such as overexcavation and thicker crushed rock or structural fill
sections prior to pavement.
For relatively lightly loaded pavements subjected to automobiles and occasional truck traffic,
the following pavement sections can be considered:
• Two inches of asphalt concrete (AC) placed over four inches of crushed rock base
(CRB), or;
• Two inches of AC placed over three inches of asphalt treated base (ATS).
The AC, ATB and CRB materials should conform to WSDOT specifications.
Heavier truck-traffic areas generally require thicker pavement sections depending on site
usage, pavement life expectancy, and site traffic. The geotechnical engineer should provide
appropriate pavement section design recommendations for truck traffic areas and right-of-way
improvements, as necessary. Additionally, the City of Renton Road Standards may supersede
the recommendations provided in this report.
Foundations
The proposed townhome structures can be supported on conventional spread and continuous
foundations bearing on competent native soils or structural fill, as appropriate. We anticipate
that competent native soil suitable for support of foundations will generally be encountered at
depths of between two to four feet below existing grades. Where loose or unsuitable soil
conditions are exposed at foundation subgrade elevations, compaction of the soils to the
specifications of structural fill, or overexcavation and replacement with structural fill may be
necessary.
Assuming the foundations are sup~orted _ on competent, undisturbed native soils or suitable
· structural fill, the folloWing para·m~Hers should be usea for foundation design:
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• Allowable Soil Bearing Capacity
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For short term wind and seismic loading, a one-third increase in the allowable soil bearing
capacity can be assumed. A factor-of-safety of 1.5 has been applied to the friction and passive
resistance values.
Slab-On-Grade Floors
Slab-on-grade floors for the proposed buildings should be supported on a firm and unyielding
subgrade consisting of competent native soil or structural fill. Unstable or yielding areas of the
subgrade should be recompacted or overexcavated and replaced with suitable structural fill
prior to construction of the slab. A capillary break consisting of a minimum of four inches of free
draining crushed rock or gravel should be placed below the slab. The free draining material
should have a fines content of five percent or less (percent passing the #200 sieve, based on
the minus three-quarter inch fraction). In areas where slab moisture is undesirable, installation
of a vapor barrier below the slab should be considered.
Retaining Walls
Retaining walls should be designed to resist earth pressures and any applicable surcharge
loads. For design, the following parameters can be assumed for retaining wall design:
• Active Earth Pressure (Yielding Wall)
• At-Rest Earth Pressure (Restrained Wall)
• Traffic Surcharge (Passenger Vehicles)
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Additional surcharge loading from foundations, sloped backfill, or other loading should be
included in the retaining wall design, as appropriate. Drainage should be provided behind
retaining walls such that hydrostatic pressures do not develop. If drainage is not provided,
hydrostatic pressures should be included in the wall design, as appropriate. The geotechnical
engineer should review retaining wall designs to verify that appropriate earth pressure values
have been incorporated into design, and to provide additional recommendations, as necessary.
Retaining walls should be backfilled with free draining material that extends along the height of
the wall, and a distance of at least 18 inches behind the wall. The upper one foot of the wall
backfill can consist of a less permeable (surface seal) soil, if desired. A rigid, perforated drain
pipe should be placed along the base of the wall, and connected to an appropriate discharge
location. We have provided a typical retaining wall drainage detail on Plate 3 of this report.
Drainage
Groundwater seepage was not observed in any of the test sites at the time of our fieldwork
(September 2006). However, the presence of groundwater seepage should be expected at the
dense till contact in the winter and spring months. In the event groundwater seepage is
encountered, temporary measures to control seepage and surface water runoff during
construction would likely involve interceptor trenches and sumps, as necessary.
In our opinion, perimeter drains should be installed at or near the invert of the building footings.
A typical footing drain detail is provided on Plate 4 of this report.
Rockeries and Modular Block Walls
In our opinion, the use of rockeries or modular block walls at this site is feasible from a
geotechnical standpoint. Rockeries or modular block walls over four feet in exposed height will
require an engineered design. ESNW can provide engineered rockery and modular block wall
designs, upon request. At a minimum, ESNW should review the final wall locations and
heights, as necessary.
Seismic Considerations
The 2003 International Building Code specifies several soil profiles that are used as a basis for
seismic design of structures. Based on the soil conditions observed at the test sites, Site Class
C, from table 1615.1.1, should be used for design.
In our opiril6r{ liqOefacfion' SLfsceptifiility at this site ls low. Th.a relative density of the site soils
and the absence of a uniform, shallow groundwater table is the primary basis for this
designation.
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The recommendations and conclusions provided in this geotechnical engineering study are
professional opinions consistent with the level of care and skill that is typical of other members
in the profession currently practicing .under similar conditions in this area. A warranty is not
expressed or implied. Variations in the soil and groundwater conditions observed at the test
sites may exist, and may not become evident until construction. ESNW should reevaluate the
conclusions in this geotechnical engineering study if variations are encountered.
Additional Services
ESNW should have an opportunity to review the final design with respect to the geotechnical
recommendations provided in this report. ESNW should also be retained to provide testing and
consultation services during construction.
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of soil having less than 5 percent fines.
Percent passing #4 should be 25 to
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• Sheet Drain may be feasible in lieu
of Free Draining Backfill, per ESNW
recommendations.
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rigid PVC Pipe surrounded with 1"
Drain Rock.
LEGEND:
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SCHEMATIC ONLY -NOTTO SCALE
NOT A CONSTRUCTION DRAWING
RETAINING WALL DRAINAGE DETAIL
Highlands Square Townhomes
Renton, Washington
Drwn. GLS Date09/27/2006 Proj. No. 0625
Checked KRC Date Sept. 2006 Plate 3
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NOTES:
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to Footing Drain.
• Surface Seal to consist of
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soil. Slope away from buHding.
LEGEND:
Surface Seal; native so~ or
other low permeability material.
1" Drain Rock
SCHEMATIC ONLY-NOT OT SCALE
NOT A CONSTRUCTION DRAWING
FOOTING DRAIN DETAIL
Highlands Square Townhomes
Renton, Washington
Drwn. GLS Date09/27/2006 Proj. No. 0625
Checked KRC Date Sept 2006 Plate 4
APPENDIX A
SUBSURFACE EXPLORATION
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The subsurface conditions at the site were explored by excavating a total of four test pits using
a trackhoe and operator contracted by ESNW. The approximate test pit locations are illustrated
on Plate 2 of this report. The test pit logs are provided in this Appendix. The subsurface
exploration was completed in September 2006.
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The discussion in the te)d of this report is necessary for a proper understanding of the nature
of the material presented In the attached logs.
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2881 152nd Avenue N.E.
Redmond, WA 98052 PAGE 1 OF 1
Telephone: 4252843300
Fax: 4252842855
CLIENT Qll!!I BHIIY GrouR PROJECT NAME H!!lhland l?guare Townhomas
PROJECT NUIEER 0625 PROJECT LOCATION Renton, Washlncnon
DAlESTARTB> 9/22/06 COIIPI.EIED 9122106 GROUND ELEVATION 410ft 11:ST PIT SIZE
EXCAVATION CONTRACTOR AlklnsExcavatina GROUND WATER LEVELS:
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Redmond, WA 98052 PAGE 1 OF 1
Telepllone: 4252843300
Fax: 42521142855
CLIENT 12~1! B!!!!!ll Gn>UR PROJECT NAME Highland Sauare Townmu
PROJECT NUIIIIER M?S PROJECT LOCATION Rento!l, Washlnaton
DATE STARTED 9J22/06 COMPLET1:D 9/22106 GROUND ELEVATIOH 408ft TEST PIT SIZE
EXCAVATION CONTRACTOR Al!sl!!I Excava~ng GROUND WATER LEIIELS:
EXCAVATION IE1llOO ATTIME OF EXCAVATION
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-and, WA 98052 PAGE 1 OF 1
Telephone: 4252843300
Fax: 4252842855
CLIENT Clavls Reallv Grou~ PROJECTNME H!ghland §guan, Townhomes
PROJECT ..-ER 0625 PROJECT LOCATION Renton, Washl!!lllon
Di\lESTARTED 9/22/06 CCN'l.El1:D 9/22/06 GROUND B.EVATION 402!! TEST PIT SIZE
EXCAVATION CONTRACTOR Aikins Excavating GROUND WATER LEI/ELS:
EXCAVATION METHOD ATTIIE OF EXCAVATION
LOGGEDBY S!?R CtECKEDBY SSR AT END OF EXCAVATION
NOTES 2" Asoahtt Pavement 2" Gravel Base AFTER EXCAVATION
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LABORATORY TEST RESULTS
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REPORT DISTRIBUTION
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Davis Real Estate Group
1201 Monster Road Southwest, Suite 320
Renton, Washington 98055
Attention: Mr. Johnathan Kurth
Earth Solutions NW, LLC
PREPARED FOR
DAVI~ REAL ESTATE GROUP
September 27, 2006
yle R. Campbell,
· Principal
GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING STUDY
PROPOSED HIGHLANDS SQUARE
TOWNHOME DEVELOPMENT
343 UNION AVENUE SOUTHEAST
REt.JTON, WASHINGTON
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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INTRODUCTION ............ ... ...... ......... ...... ............... ...... ......... ..... 1
General .. .. .. .. .. .. . ... .. .. . . ... .. . . .. .. . .. .. .. ... .. .. .. ... . .. .. .... .. . ... .. ...... 1
Project Description .... .... . . ... . .. ... .. . ... ... ... ......... ... ... ... .......... 2
Surface............................................................................ 2
Subsurface....................................................................... 2
Groundwater..................................................................... 3
DISCUSSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS... . .. . . . .. .. .. . . . .. . .. . .. .. . . .. .. . 3
General........... .. . .. . .. . . . . . .. .. . . . . .. .. .. . .. .. . . .. . .. . .. . . . . . . . .. .. . . .. . . .. .. .. 3
Site Preparation and Earthwork........................................... 4
Excavations and Slopes . .. .. .. .. . . . . .. .. .. .. .. .. . .. .. . .. .. . .. .. .. .. . . . .. .. . 5
Utility Trench Backfill... . .. .. . .. .. . . . .. . . . .. .. .. . .. .. .. . .. . . . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . 5
Pavement Sections........................ . . . .. . .. .. .. . . . . . .. . . .. . . . . .. .. . . .. 6
Foundations .................................. _........ .... ...... . .. .. . ...... . .. 6
Slab-on-Grade Floors ............ _........ .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . . .. .. . .. .. .. . . . . .. 7
Retaining Walls................... . ... . .. ... ... ... ... ... ... ...... ... .. ..... ... . 7
Drainage........................................................................... 8
Rockeries and Modular Block Walls . .. . . . . .. . .. .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . .. . . . . 8
Seismic Considerations............... .. .. .. .. . .. .. .. .. .. . . .. .. .. . .. .. .. . . .. . .. 8
LIMITATIONS ....................................................................... 9
Additional Services............................................................ 9
GRAPHICS
PLATE 1
PLATE 2
PLATE 3
PLATE 4
APPENDICES
Appendix A
Appendix B
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Cont'd
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VICINITY MAP
TEST PIT LOCATION PLAN
RETAINING WALL DRAINAGE DETAIL
FOOTING DRAIN DETAIL
Subsurface Exploration
Test Pit Logs
Laboratory Test Results
Sieve Analysis Results
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Davis Real Estate Group
1201 Monster Road Southwest, Suite 320
Renton, Washington 98055
Attention: Mr. Jonathan Kurth
Dear Mr. Kurth:
Earth Solutions NW, LLC (ESNW) is pleased to present this report titled "Geotechnical
Engineering Study, Proposed Highlands Square Townhome Development, 343 Union Avenue
Southeast, Renton, Washington". Based on the conditions encountered during our fieldwork,
the majority of the site is underlain by native soils consisting of medium dense to very dense
silty sand with gravel and silty sand glacial till deposits. Fill was encountered in the upper one
and one-half feet in test pit TP-1, and consisted primarily of medium dense silty sand with
gravel and contained trace amounts of organic debris.
In our opinion, the proposed townhome development is feasible from a geotechnical standpoint.
The proposed structures can be supported on conventional foundations bearing on competent
native soils or structural fill, as appropriate. Where loose or unsuitable soil conditions are
exposed at foundation subgrade elevations, such as the fill soils encountered in the western
portion of the site, compaction of the soils to the specifications of structural fill, or
overexcavation and replacement with structural fill, may be necessary. The suitability of the
existing fill soils can be further evaluated during construction.
The opportunity to be of service to you is appreciated. If you have any questions regarding the
content of this geotechnical engineering study, please call.
Sincerely,
EARTH SOLUTIONS NW, LLC
Kyle R. Campbell, P.E.
Principal
General
GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING STUDY
PROPOSED HIGHLANDS SQUARE
TOWNHOMED DEVELOPMENT
343 UNION AVENUE SOUTHEAST
RENTON, WASHINGTON
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INTRODUCTION
This geotechnical engineering study was prepared for the proposed townhome development to
be constructed at 343 Union Avenue Southeast in Renton, Washington. The purpose of this
study was to review the project information provided to us, perform subsurface exploration at
the subject site and prepare geotechnical recommendations for the proposed development.
Our scope of services for completing this geotechnical engineering study included the following:
• Excavating a series of test pits across accessible areas of the site and providing a
characterization of the soil and groundwater conditions;
• Providing recommendations for site grading, drainage, structural fill requirements, and
other project-specific geotechnical recommendations;
• Providing recommendations regarding soil bearing capacity, subgrade preparation, and
recommendations for foundation support;
• Providing an assessment of the suitability of site soils for use as structural fill, and;
• Other pertinent geotechnical recommendations, as appropriate.
The following documents were revie·Ned as part of preparing this geotechnical engineering
study:
• Composite Geologic Map of King County, Washington, Booth et al, 2006;
• King County Soil Conservation Survey (SCS);
• Boundary and Topography Survey, prepared by Kenneth R. Anderson and Associates,
dated 09/11/06, and;
• Preliminary Site Plan/Project [)ata, Sheet SP1, prepared by Gerry Slick Design Group,
dated 06/20/2006.
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We understand the subject site will be redeveloped with a 30-unit townhome development and
associated infrastructure improvements. Grading will likely be minimal, with cuts and fills of
less than about six feet required to achieve design footing elevations. We do not anticipate any
below-grade levels associated with this development.
At the time this report was prepared, specific building load values were not available. However,
based on our experience with similar developments, we anticipate wall loads on the order of 2
to 4 kips per lineal foot column loads on the order of 250 kips, and slab-on-grade loading of
approximately 150 psf.
We anticipate stormwater generated from new development will be discharge into an existing
franchise utility.
If the above design estimates are incorrect or change, ESNW should be contacted to review the
recommendations in this report. ESNW should review the final design to verify that our
geotechnical recommendations have been incorporated.
Surface
The site is located along the west sid~ of Union Avenue Southeast, just south of Northeast 4th
Street in the Renton Highlands neighborhood of Renton, Washington (see Plate 1, Vicinity
Map). The subject property is roughly rectangular in shape, and is bordered to the north by an
existing retail building, to the south by a new residential development, to the east by Union
Avenue Northeast and to the west by a parking lot and developed parcel. The approximate
limits of the property are illustrated on the Test Pit Location Plan (Plate 2).
The subject property is currently developed with a single-story retail store which will be
removed in order to accommodate the proposed development. Asphalt pavement covers the
remainder of the site, except for isolated areas of landscaping. Topography across the site is
relatively level, and descends approximately ten feet to the east to meet the existing right-of.
way elevation.
Subsurface
Four test pits were excavated at accessible areas of the subject site for purposes of assessing
soil conditions, and for purposes of characterizing and classifying the site soils. Access
restraints and the extent of existing development largely controlled the location and number of
our test sites. Please refer to the test pit logs provided in Appendix A for a more detailed
description of the subsurface conditions.
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Asphalt pavement was encountered at the surface of all of our test pit locations. The asphalt
was approximately two inches in thickness, and was underlain by about two inches of gravel
base material.
Fill was encountered at test site TP-1. The fill consisted primarily of medium dense silty sand
with gravel (Unified Soil Classification SM) extending to a depth of approximately one and one-
half feet below existing grade, and contained trace amounts of organic debris.
Underlying the fill and in the remainder of the test sites, we encountered native soils consisting
primarily of medium dense to very dense silty sand with gravel (SM) glacial till deposits.
The referenced geologic map of the area identifies glacial till (Qvt) deposits throughout the site
and surrounding area. The glacial till soils consist primarily of a non-sorted mixture of silt, sand
and gravel in a compact condition at depth. Review of the King County Soil Survey (SCS)
identifies Alderwood series (AgC) glacial till soils at the site and surrounding properties.
The soil conditions encountered during our fieldwork generally correlate with the geologic and
soil map designations. Based on the geologic mapping information and the soil conditions
encountered during our fieldwork, we interpret the soils at the site to represent glacial till
deposits.
Groundwater
Groundwater seepage was not encountered during the time of our field exploration (September
22, 2006). Due to the generally limited extent and depth of the building excavations anticipated
for this project, we do not anticipate excessive seepage will be encountered in the site
excavations, or that groundwater seepage will create significant difficulties during construction,
except possibly in deeper utility excavations.
However, it is important to note that groundwater seepage rates and elevations fluctuate
depending on many factors, including precipitation duration and intensity, the time of year, and
soil conditions. In general, groundwater flow rates are higher during the wetter, winter months.
DISCUSSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
General
Based on the results of our study, construction of the proposed townhome development is
feasible from a geotechnical standpoint. The primary geotechnical considerations associated
with the proposed development include site grading and earthwork, foundation support,
structural fill placement, temporary excavations and suitability of the on-site soils for use as
structural fill.
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Based on the results of our study, the proposed townhome structures can be supported on
conventional spread and continuous foundations bearing on competent native soils or structural
fill, as appropriate. We anticipate that competent native soil suitable for support of foundations
will generally be encountered at depths of between two to four below existing grades. Where
loose or unsuitable soil conditions are exposed at foundation subgrade elevations, compaction
of the soils to the specifications of structural fill, or overexcavation and replacement with
structural fill may be necessary.
In our opinion, the soils generated from cuts throughout the site should generally be suitable for
use as structural fill. The silty sand soils encountered at the majority of the exploration sites will
generally exhibit good soil strength when compacted to structural fill specifications.
Recommendations for structural fill placement are discussed in the Site Preparation and
Earthwork section of this study.
This study has been prepared for the exclusive use of Davis Real Estate Group, and their
representatives. No warranty, expressed or implied, is made. This study has been prepared in
a manner consistent with the level of care and skill ordinarily exercised by other members of the
profession currently practicing under similar conditions in this area.
Site Preparation and Earthwork
With respect to earthwork, the primary considerations at this site are related to fill placement
and compaction, temporary excavatic,ns, suitability of the native soils for use as structural fill,
and appropriate erosion control measures. From a geotechnical standpoint, the soils
encountered at the test sites are gene,rally suitable for use as structural fill. In our opinion, the
site soils anticipated to be exposed during site excavations would exhibit a moderate to high
sensitivity to moisture. The soils encountered at the test sites were generally in a moist
condition at the time of the exploration (September 2006). Soils encountered during site
excavations that are excessively over the optimum moisture content may require moisture
conditioning prior to placement and compaction.
During periods of dry weather, the on-site soils should generally be suitable for use as structural
fill provided the moisture content is at or near the optimum level at the time of placement. If the
on-site soils cannot be successfully compacted, the use of an imported soil may be necessary.
Imported soil intended for use as strudural fill should consist of a well graded granular soil with
a maximum aggregate size of four inclies, and a moisture content that is at or near the optimum
level. During wet weather condition::., imported soil intended for use as structural fill should
consist of a well graded granular soil with a fines content of five percent or less defined as the
percent passing the #200 sieve, based on the minus three-quarter inch fraction.
Structural fill is defined as compacted soil placed in foundation, slab-on-grade, and roadway
areas. Fills placed to construct permanent slopes and throughout retaining wall and utility
trench backfill areas are also considered structural fill. Soils placed in structural areas should
be compacted to a relative compaction of 90 percent, based on the maximum dry density as
determined by the Modified Proctor Method (ASTM D-1557) and placed in maximum 12 inch
lifts. In pavement areas, the upper 12 inches of the structural fill should be compacted to a
relative compaction of at least 95 percent.
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Temporary erosion control measures should include, at a minimum, silt fencing placed along
the development perimeter of the co.nstruction site. As appropriate, temporary construction
entrances should consist of at least ~ix inches of quarry spalls to help minimize off-site soil
tracking and to help provide a stable temporary road base. Mulching of exposed earth
surfaces, and other measures for controlling drainage and erosion during construction should
be considered, as appropriate.
Excavations and Slopes
The Federal and state Occupation Safety and Health Administration (OSHA/WISHA) classifies
soils in terms of minimum safe slope inclinations. Based on the soil conditions encountered
during our fieldwork, the fill and weathered till soils observed in the upper approximately two to
four feet at our test sites would be classified by OSHA/WISHA as Type C. Temporary slopes
over four feet in height in Type C soils should be sloped at an inclination of 1.5H:1V, or flatter.
If appropriate slopes cannot be achieved, temporary shoring should be used to stabilize the
excavations. The unweathered glacial till soils encountered below about four feet would be
classified by OSHA/WISHA as Type A Temporary slopes over four feet in height in Type A
soils should be sloped at an inclination of 0.75H: 1V or flatter, respectively.
Permanent slopes should maintain a gradient of 2H:1V, or flatter, and should be planted with an
appropriate species of vegetation to enhance stability and to minimize erosion.
The geotechnical engineer should observe temporary and permanent slopes to verify that the
inclination is appropriate, and to provide additional slope grading recommendations, as
necessary.
Utility Trench Backfill
Based on the subsurface conditions encountered at the test sites, the native soils should be
suitable for support of utilities. Organic or highly compressible soils encountered in the trench
excavations should not be used for supporting utilities. In general, the native soils observed at
the test sites should generally be suitable for use as structural backfill in the utility trench
excavations, provided the soil is at or near the optimum moisture content at the time of
placement and compaction. Moisture conditioning of the soils may be necessary at some
locations prior to use as structural fill. Utility trench backfill should be placed and compacted to
the specifications of structural fill provided in this report, or to the applicable specifications of the
city or county jurisdictions, as appropriate.
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The performance of site pavements is largely related to the condition of the underlying
subgrade. To ensure adequate pavernent performance, the subgrade should be in a firm and
unyielding condition when subjected to proofrolling with a loaded dump truck. Structural fill in
pavement areas should be compacted to the specifications detailed in the Site Preparation and
Earthwork section of this report. It is possible that soft, wet, or otherwise unsuitable subgrade
areas may still exist after base grading activities. Areas of unsuitable or yielding subgrade will
require remedial measures such as overexcavation and thicker crushed rock or structural fill
sections prior to pavement.
For relatively lightly loaded pavements subjected to automobiles and occasional truck traffic,
the following pavement sections can be considered:
• Two inches of asphalt concrete (AC) placed over four inches of crushed rock base
(CRB), or;
• Two inches of AC placed over three inches of asphalt treated base (ATB).
The AC, ATB and CRB materials should conform to WSDOT specifications.
Heavier truck-traffic areas generally require thicker pavement sections depending on site
usage, pavement life expectancy, and site traffic. The geotechnical engineer should provide
appropriate pavement section design recommendations for truck traffic areas and right-of-way
improvements, as necessary. Additionally, the City of Renton Road Standards may supersede
the recommendations provided in this report.
Foundations
The proposed townhome structures can be supported on conventional spread and continuous
foundations bearing on competent native soils or structural fill, as appropriate. We anticipate
that competent native soil suitable for support of foundations will generally be encountered at
depths of between two to four feet below existing grades. Where loose or unsuitable soil
conditions are exposed at foundation subgrade elevations, compaction of the soils to the
specifications of structural fill, or overexcavation and replacement with structural fill may be
necessary.
Assuming the foundations are suppc:.rted on competent, undisturbed native soils or suitable
structural fill, the following parameters should be used for foundation design:
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• Allowable Soil Bearing Capacity
• Friction
• Passive Resistance
• Total Settlement
• Differential Settlement
3,500 psf
0.40
350 pcf (equivalent fluid)
1 inch
0.5 inches
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For short term wind and seismic loading, a one-third increase in the allowable soil bearing
capacity can be assumed. A factor-of-safety of 1.5 has been applied to the friction and passive
resistance values.
Slab-On-Grade Floors
Slab-on-grade floors for the proposed buildings should be supported on a firm and unyielding
subgrade consisting of competent native soil or structural fill. Unstable or yielding areas of the
subgrade should be recompacted or overexcavated and replaced with suitable structural fill
prior to construction of the slab. A capillary break consisting of a minimum of four inches of free
draining crushed rock or gravel should be placed below the slab. The free draining material
should have a fines content of five percent or less (percent passing the #200 sieve, based on
the minus three-quarter inch fraction). In areas where slab moisture is undesirable, installation
of a vapor barrier below the slab should be considered.
Retaining Walls
Retaining walls should be designed to resist earth pressures and any applicable surcharge
loads. For design, the following parameters can be assumed for retaining wall design:
• Active Earth Pressure (Yielding Wall)
• At-Rest Earth Pressure (Restrained Wall)
• Traffic Surcharge (Passenger Vehicles)
• Passive Resistance
• Coefficient of Friction
35 pcf (equivalent fluid)
50 pcf
70 psf (rectangular distribution)
350 pcf (equivalent fluid)
0.40
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Additional surcharge loading from foundations, sloped backfill, or other loading should be
included in the retaining wall design, as appropriate. Drainage should be provided behind
retaining walls such that hydrostatic pressures do not develop. If drainage is not provided,
hydrostatic pressures should be included in the wall design, as appropriate. The geotechnical
engineer should review retaining wall designs to verify that appropriate earth pressure values
have been incorporated into design, and to provide additional recommendations, as necessary.
Retaining walls should be backfilled with free draining material that extends along the height of
the wall, and a distance of at least 18 inches behind the wall. The upper one foot of the wall
backfill can consist of a less permeable (surface seal) soil, if desired. A rigid, perforated drain
pipe should be placed along the base of the wall, and connected to an appropriate discharge
location. We have provided a typical retaining wall drainage detail on Plate 3 of this report.
Drainage
Groundwater seepage was not observed in any of the test sites at the time of our fieldwork
(September 2006). However, the presence of groundwater seepage should be expected at the
dense till contact in the winter and spring months. In the event groundwater seepage is
encountered, temporary measures to control seepage and surface water runoff during
construction would likely involve interceptor trenches and sumps, as necessary.
In our opinion, perimeter drains should be installed at or near the invert of the building footings.
A typical footing drain detail is provided on Plate 4 of this report.
Rockeries and Modular Block Walls
In our opinion, the use of rockeries or modular block walls at this site is feasible from a
geotechnical standpoint. Rockeries or modular block walls over four feet in exposed height will
require an engineered design. ESNW can provide engineered rockery and modular block wall
designs, upon request. At a minimum, ESNW should review the final wall locations and
heights, as necessary.
Seismic Considerations
The 2003 International Building Code specifies several soil profiles that are used as a basis for
seismic design of structures. Based on the soil conditions observed at the test sites, Site Class
C, from table 1615.1.1, should be used for design.
In our opinion, liquefaction susceptibility at this site is low. The relative density of the site soils
and the absence of a uniform, shallow groundwater table is the primary basis for this
designation.
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LIMITATIONS
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The recommendations and conclusions provided in this geotechnical engineering study are
professional opinions consistent with the level of care and skill that is typical of other members
in the profession currently practicing .under similar conditions in this area. A warranty is not
expressed or implied. Variations in the soil and groundwater conditions observed at the test
sites may exist, and may not become evident until construction. ESNW should reevaluate the
conclusions in this geotechnical engineering study if variations are encountered.
Additional Services
ESNW should have an opportunity to review the final design with respect to the geotechnical
recommendations provided in this report. ESNW should also be retained to provide testing and
consultation services during construction.
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NOTES:
' Perforated Drain Pipe
(Surround In Drain Rock)
• Free Draining Backfill should consist
of soil having less than 5 percent fines.
Percent passing #4 should be 25 to
75 percent.
• Sheet Drain may be feasible in lieu
of Free Draining Backfill, per ESNW
recommendations.
• Drain Pipe should consist of perforated,
rigid PVC Pipe surrounded with 1"
Drain Rock.
LEGEND:
~ Surface Seal; Native Soil or other Ll.sJ Low Permeability Material
Free Draining Structural Backfill
1 inch Drain Rock
SCHEMATIC ONLY -NOT TO SCALE
NOT A CONSTRUCTION DRAWING
RETAINING WALL DRAINAGE DETAIL
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Renton, Washington
Drwn. GLS Oate0912712006 Proj. No. 0625
Checked KRC Date Sept. 2006 Plate 3
Slope
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2" (Min.)
Perforated Rigid Drain Pipe
NOTES:
• Do NOT tie roof downspouts
to Footing Drain.
• Surface Seal to consist of
12" of less permeable, suitable
soil. Slope away from building.
LEGEND:
Surface Seal; native soil or
other low permeability material.
1" Drain Rock
(Surround with 1" Rock)
SCHEMATIC ONLY -NOT OT SCALE
NOT A CONSTRUCTION DRAWING
FOOTING DRAIN DETAIL
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Renton, Washington
Drwn. GLS Date 09/27/2006 Proj. No. 0625
Checked KRC Date Sept. 2006 Plate 4
APPENDIX A
SUBSURFACE EXPLORATION
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The subsurface conditions at the site were explored by excavating a total of four test pits using
a trackhoe and operator contracted by ESNW. The approximate test pit locations are illustrated
on Plate 2 of this report. The test pit logs are provided in this Appendix. The subsurface
exploration was completed in September 2006.
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SOIL CLASSIFICATION CHART
MAJOR DIVISIONS SYMBOLS
GRAPH LETTER
TYPICAL
DESCRIPTIONS
COARSE
GRAINED
SOILS
MORE THAN 50%
OF MATERIAL IS
LARGER THAN
NO. 200 SIEVE
SIZE
FINE
GRAINED
SOILS
MORE THAN 50%
OF MATERIAL IS
SMALLER THAN
NO. 200 SIEVE
SIZE
GRAVEL
AND
GRAVELLY
SOILS
MORE THAN 50%
OF COARSE
FRACTION
RETAINED ON NO.
4SIEVE
SAND
AND
SANDY
SOILS
CLEAN
GRAVELS
(LITTLE OR NO FINES)
GRAVELS WITH
FINES
(APPRECIABLE
AMOUNT OFFINES)
CLEAN SANDS
(LITTLE OR NO FINES)
SANDS WITH
MORETHAN50% FINES
OFCOAASE
FRACTION
PASSING ON NO.
4' SIE\11; (APPRECIABLE
SILTS
AND
CLAYS
SILTS
AND
CLAYS
AMOUNT Of FINES}
LIQUID LIMIT
LESS THAN 50
LIQUID UMrT
GREATER THAN 50
HIGHLY ORGANIC SOILS
GW
GP
GM
GC
SW
SP
SM
SC
ML
CL
OL
MH
CH
OH
PT
WEU.-GRACED GRAVElS, GRAVEL·
SANO M1XTURES, LITTLE OR NO
FINES
POORLY.GRADED GRAVELS,
GRAVEL· SAND MlxnJRES, LITII.E
OR NO FINES
SIL TY GRAVELS, GRAVEL • SANO -
SILT MDITTJRES
CLAYEY GRAVELS, GRAVEL· SANO·
CLAY MDITTJRES
WELL-GRADED SANDS, GRAVELLY
SANOS, LITTI.E OR NO FINES
l'OORLY-GAAOEO SANOS,
GRAVELLY SANO, LITTLE OR NO
FINES
SILTY SANDS, SAND -SILT
MDITTJRES
Cl.AVEY SANDS, SAND-CLAY
MIXTURES
LNORGANIC SILTSANOVER.Y FINE
SANOS, ROCK FLOUR, SIL TY OR
CLAYEY FINE SANOS OR CLAYEY
SILTS WITH SLIGHT PLASTICITY
INORGANIC CLAYS OF LOW TO
1.11:0IIN Pl,ASTICITY, GRAVEU Y
ClAYS, SANDY ClAYS. SILTY
CLAYS, LEAN CLAYS
ORGANIC SILTS ANO ORGANIC
SILTY CLAYS OF LOW PLASTICfTY
INORGANIC SILTS, MICACEOUS OR
DIATOMACEOUS FINE SANO OR
SILTY SOILS
INOR<JANIC CLAYS OF HIGH
PLASTICITY
ORGANIC ct.AYS OF ~DIUM TO
HIGH PI.ASTlCITY, ORGANIC SILTS
PeA.T, HUMUS, SWAMP SOILS WITH
HIGH ORGANIC CONTENTS
DUAL SYMBOLS are used to indicate borderline soil classifications.
The discussion in the text of this report is necessary for a proper understanding of the nature
of the material presented in the attached logs.
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Earth Solutions NW, LLC TEST PIT NUMBER TP-1 2881 152nd Avenue N.E. PAGE 1 OF 1 Redmond, WA 98052
Telephone: 4252843300
Fax: 4252842855
CLIENT Davis Rea~ Grou~ PROJECT NAME H!Qhland §guare Townhomes
PROJECT NUMBER 0625 PROJECT LOCATION Renton, Washi!!Qlon
DATc STARTE) 9122106 COMPLETE) 9122106 GROUND ELEVATION 410 ft TcST PIT SIZE
EXCAVATION CONTRACTOR Aikins Excavating GROUND WAlcR LEVELS:
EXCAVATION IIIETl10D AT TIME OF EXCAVATION
LOGGED BY SSR CHECKED BY SSR AT EtlD OF EXCAVATION
NOTcS 2· Asohalt Pavement, 2" Gravel Base AFTER EXCAVATION -
w
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li: 12' ~ .. q :,: Cl
w-IL::; TESTS "' ~g MATERIAL DESCRIPTION
a t~ :; <!)
0
SMm Brown silty SAND, medium dense. moist {fill)
-trace organics, trace gravel 1.5 408.5 ..
·-. Reddish brown silty SAND, medium dense, moist --
SM .. ---..trace gravel and organics ..
--MC= 13.00% .. -.. .. . 3.5 406.5 ~ . : ;:
Gray silty SAND with gravel, dense, moist . ---.... •
___§__ MC=8.60% ·. ;. :-.
Fines = 16.40% ,, '' -::
.. . ------. '.' •'
. •, .. SM .. ·'
• -. :· (
'· ·. :, .
.... /:
---.-decrease in gravel content
·-.. ·. ~-,, .
•.,•
c . . . .. . -..
~ MC= 11.90% .. :_ :-: 10.0 400.0
Test prt terminated at 10.0 feet below existing grade. No groundwater encountered
during excavation.
Bottom of 1est pit at 10.0 feet
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CLIENT Oa~s Re~!b'. Grou~ PROJECT NAIE H!ghland Sguare Townhomes
PROJECT NUMBER 0625 PROJECT LOCATION Renton Washinaton
DA1ESTAR1ED 912V06 COMPLETED 9/22106 GROUND ELEVATION 408~ TEST PIT SIZE
EXCAVATION CONTRACTOR Aikins Excavating GROUND WAlER LEVEl.S:
EXCAVATION IETHOD AT TIME OF EXCAVATION
LOGGED BY SSR CHECKED BY SSR AT END OF EXCAVA1IOH
NOTES 2" Asohalt Pavement, 2" Gravel Base AFTER EXCAVATION
w "-!.l fir /: ffi oi
::! !!I TESTS ti il:8 MATERIAL DESCRIPTION .... -oi ~---' Cl ti :; C)
0
·-·· Brown silty SAND with gravel, medium dense, moist ·.· . .' . ..
L -... .. .--·· . . -· . ..
L --. ..
.. , . -.
-Oecomes dense . . . ..
L . MC= B.30% •.,• ·. ;. · ..
SM ·-·· -·
L . .... .. ·. :-. -slightly cemented ..
•.••
i-L ·.
-. ;. :•,
.-..
. ...
. -·. .. -·
.. . .
L -MC= 10.70% 7.0 401.0
Test pit tenninated at 7.0 feet below existing grade. No groundwater encountered during
exca\lation.
Bottom ortest p~ at 7.0 feet.
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CLIENT Davis Rea!!J! Grou~ PROJECTNME Hjghland Sguare Townhomea
PROJECT NUMBER 0625 PROJECT LOCATION Renton 1 Washi!:!mon
DATE STARTED 9/22/06 COMPI.ET8J 9/22/06 GROUND ELEVATION 402 ft TEST PIT SIZE
EXCAVATION CONTRACTOR Aikins Excavating GROllNll WA '!ER LEVELS:
EXCAVATION IIIE1HOD AT TIME OF EXCAVATION -
LOGGED BY SSR CHECKED BY SSR AT ENO OF EXCAVATION
NOTES 2" As~ahlt Pavement 1 2" Gravel Base AFTER EXCAVATION
w
11.
~g
l': ffi ~ Q
wm TESTS (,) "'8 MATERIAL DESCRIPTION t::E ~ i-' 0 i~ :, (!)
0
.. ~· Brown silty SANO wtth gravel, medium dense, moisl .... . . . ...
,· .. .. .
-.
·. _-. •, -becomes dense
MC=8.00% ·-:· .
Fines= 23.00% .. ..
SM ... .·
'·: . . .
. . ·
_L . : .
.' ..
-···.· ... ..
_.-. .-· .. •
MC= 9.90% .. ·_: 7.0 39!5.0
Test pit tenninated at 7.0 feet below existing grade. No groundwater encountel9d durlng
excavation.
Bottom of test ptt at 7.0 feet.
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Earth Solutions NW, LLC TEST PIT NUMBER TP-4 2881 152nd Avenue N.E. PAGE 1 OF t Redmond, WA 98052
Telephone: 4252843300
Fax: 4252842855
CLIENT Davis Rea~ GrouQ PROJECT NAIIE Hjghland Sguare Townhomes
PROJECT NUMBER 0625 PROJECT LOCATION Renton 1 Washiogton
DATE STARTED 9122/06 COMPL£TED 9122/06 GROUND ELEVATION 405ft TEST PIT SIZE
EXCAVATION CONTRACTOR Aikins Excavating GROUND WATER LEVELS:
EXCAVATION METllOD AT TIME OF EXCAVATION
LOGGEDBY SSR CHECKEDBY SSR AT END OF EXCAVATION
NOTES Z' Asohalt Pavement, 2" Gravel Base AFTER EXCAVATION -
w
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TESTS o..o MATERIAL DESCRIPTION w-0..2 "' ~--' 0 !~ ::i t!)
n .. Brown silty SAND with gravel, medium dense, moist
•' -. . .
. • .
•,
.
SM ·becomes dense
MC= 7.10%
Fines=. 21.90% .• .. ..
.......L ..
" .. .. . 6.5 398.5 MC=7.70% Test pit terminated at 6.5 feet below existing grade. No ground\Nater encountered during
excavation.
Bottom of test ptt at 6.5 feet.
APPENDIXB
LABORATORY TEST RESULTS
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CLIENT Davis Rea~ PROJECT NAME Hghlands §guare
PROJECT NUMBER ES-625 PROJECT LOCATION Renton
U.S. SIEVE OPENING IN INCHES I U.S. SIEVE NUMBERS I HYDROMETER
6 4 3 2 'P.6 1 IA 1123/B 3 4 6 610 1416 2<I 30 40 50 60 1D0140200
100 I I ~ I I I I I I
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80
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0 40 .. --"' ~ \ 35 \ ~
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GRAIN SIZE IN MILLIMETERS
COBBLES GRAVEL I SAND SILT OR CLAY
coarse fine I coarse medium I fine
Specimen Identification Classification LL PL Pl Cc Cu
• Tl'-01 5.0ft. Ught brown silty SAND with gravel, SM
Ill Tl'-03 3.0ft. Gray silty SAND, SM
4 Tl'-04 4.0ft. Gray silty SAND with gravel, SM
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Specimen ldenbfication 0100 D60 030 D10 %Gravel %Sand %Silt %Clay
• TP-01 5.0ft. 19 1.076 0.197 19.5 64.0 16.4
Ill TP-03 3.0ft. 19 0.532 0.134 13.2 63.8 23.0
4 TP-04 4.0ft. 19 OA7 0.142 16.6 61.5 21.9
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