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Geotechnical Engineering Evaluation <br />Lyashenko Accessory Dwelling Unit Development <br />Everett, Washington <br />NGA File No. 1165620 <br />April 10, 2020 <br />Page 12 <br />Site Drainage <br />Infiltration: We conducted one Small PIT within Infiltration Pit 1 located within the north -central portion <br />of the site as shown on the attached Site Plan in Figure 2. The test was conducted in accordance with <br />the 2016 Snohomish County Drainage Manual. The test was performed within Infiltration Pit 1 that <br />measured 4.0-feet long by 3.0-feet wide by 6.0-feet deep. The pit was filled with 12-inches of water at <br />the beginning of the day and maintained this level for the soaking period for approximately 6 hours. At <br />this time, the water flow rate into the hole was monitored with a Great Plains Industries (GPI) TM 075 <br />water flow meter for the pre-soak period. <br />We monitored the water level during the steady state portion of the test within the infiltration pit. <br />Checking the water level every 15 minutes, we observed the water level had remained at 12 inches for <br />the steady state portion of the test with no inflow of water. After the steady state portion of the test, <br />the test was concluded due to the water level remaining at 12 inches with no additional water added. <br />Due to the presence of perched groundwater encountered at relatively shallow depths in our <br />explorations throughout the site, and the results of our small -PIT test, it is our opinion that traditional <br />stormwater infiltration within the site is not feasible. We recommend that stormwater generated within <br />this site be directed into on -site detentions systems and ultimately into an approved discharge location <br />as determined by the civil engineer. Low impact design infiltration systems, such as rain gardens, bio- <br />retention planters, or pervious pavements could be used within the site if a suitable overflow <br />component is included in the design. Alternatively dispersion systems may be feasible within the site. <br />We recommend the base of any low -impact infiltration systems be advanced through the upper soils <br />and be founded within the native glacial soils found at depth. Additionally, we recommend any low - <br />impact design systems within the site have an incorporated overflow component directed towards an <br />approved point -of -discharge. <br />The stormwater management systems within this site should be sized and designed in accordance with <br />the 2016 Snohomish County Drainage Manual. We recommend that any proposed stormwater <br />management systems be located as to not negatively impact any proposed or existing nearby structures <br />and/or properties and also meet all required setbacks from existing property lines, structures, and <br />sensitive areas in accordance with the stormwater manual. <br />NELSON GEOTECHNICAL ASSOCIATES, INC. <br />