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� ,� � GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING STUDY Trace und Associales July 79, 2005 Laboratory Testing E-11880 Page 5 Laboratory tests were conducted on representative soil sampies to verify or modify the � field soil classification and to evaluate the general physical properties and engineering characteristics of the soil encounterecl. Visual field classifications were supplemented � by grain size analyses on representative soil samples. Moisture content tests were performed on all samples. The results of laboratory tests performed on specific samples are provided either at the appropriate sample depth on the individual test pit � logs or on a separate data sheet contained in Appendix B. It is important to note that these test results may not accurately represent the overall in-situ soil conditions. � Our geotechnical engineering recommendations are based on our interpretation of these test results and their use in guiding our engineering judgment. ECI cannot be responsible for the interpretation of these data by others. � � In accordance with our Standard Fee Schedule and General Conditions, the soil samples for this project will be discarded after a period of 15 days following completion of this report, unless we are othenvise directed in writing. � General � � � � � � W � DISCUSSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS Based on the res��lts of our study, in our opinion, development of the site with the proposed retail c'evelopment is feasible from a geotechnical engineering standpoint. However, the suk�ject sice is underlain by up to 14.5 feet of existing fill that may not be suitable for direct ��port of the buildings in its present condition. As such, in our opinion, support for the proposed buildings should be provided using conventional spread and continuous footing foundation systems bearing on a minimum of 2 feet of structural fill. Ht our test pit locations we encountered focalized zones in the fill that contained varying amounts of organic debris. If soils containing more than approximately 5 percent organic debris are encountered at the construction subgrade elevation, they should be overexcavated and replaced with granular structural fill. Earlh Consulianls, Inc.