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GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING STUDY <br />JMD Architecture <br />April 19, 1999 <br />Pavement Areas <br />E-8689 <br />Page 10 <br />The adequacy of site paverc�ents is related in part to the condition of the underlying subgrade. <br />To provide a properly prepared subgrade for pavements, the subgrade should be treated and <br />prepared as described in the Site Preparation and Genera/ Earthwork section of this report. <br />This mer3ns at least the top twelve (12) inches of the subgrade should be compacted to 95 <br />percent of the maximum dry density (per ASTM D-1557-78). It is possible that some localized <br />areas of soft, wet or unstable subgrade may still e:cist after this process. 'fherefore, a greater <br />thickness ef structural fill or cr�shed rock may be needed to stabilize these localized areas. <br />The following pavement section for lightly-loaded areas can be used: <br />• Two inches of asphalt concrete (AC) over four inches of crushed rock base (CRB1 <br />material, or <br />• Two inches of AC over three inches of asphalt treated base (ATB) material. <br />We wili be pleased to assist in developing appropriate pavement sections for heavy traffic <br />zones, if needed. <br />Pavement materials should conform to WSDOT spacifications. The use of a Class B asphalt <br />mix is suggested. <br />LIMITATIONS <br />Our recommendations and conclusions are based on the site materials observed, selective <br />laboratory testing and engineering analyses, the design information provided us and our <br />experience and engineeringjudgment. The conclusions and recommendations are professional <br />opinions derived in a manner consistent with that level of care and skill ordinarily exercised <br />by other members of the profession currently practicing under similar conditions in this area. <br />No warranty is expressed or implied. <br />Erth Con�uh�nb. Inc. <br />