10901 27TH AVE SE Geotech Report 2025-07-29

1 ' Subsurface Exploration, Geologic Hazards, and Proposed James Monroe Elemental),School Replacement Revised Geoteclznical Engineering Report Everett, Washington Project and Site Conditions Disturbed, but representative samples were obtained byusingthe Standard Penetration Test P P (SPT) procedure in accordance with American Society for Testing and Materials ' (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 is recorded within 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 exploration 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 laboratory testing, as necessary. ' 4.0 SUBSURFACE CONDITIONS Subsurface conditions at the project site were inferred from the field explorations accomplished for this study, visual reconnaissance of the site, and review of selected applicable geologic literature. Because of the nature of exploratory work below ground, extrapolation of subsurface conditions between field explorations is necessary. It should be noted that differing ' subsurface conditions may sometimes 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. ' 4.1 Stratigraphy Surficial Topsoil Those exploration borings not located in paved areas generally encountered approximately ' 6 inches of grass and topsoil. Topsoil is not suitable for structural support, and should be stripped from structural areas. Excavated topsoil may be suitable for reuse in landscape areas. ' Existing Paving Existing paving was encountered at two of the boring locations. The asphalt paving was ' approximately 2 inches thick at the location of EB-1, and 3 inches thick at the location of EB-2. Existing paving should be removed from below planned building areas. ' October.5, 2009 ASSOCIATED EARTH SCIENCES, INC. awcad-KE090312A3-Projecas120090312IKEIWP Page 3 i