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Phone: (866) 781-6889 •Fax: (866) '784-8550
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250 S.W.13t'' Avenue
Pompano Beach, FL 33069
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ST. Lucie County, Permitting
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EXPLORATION
Sco t Britton
626 S.W. ong Key Court
Port Saint Lucie, Florida 34986
PREPARED FOR:
Propose i New Residence
434 S.E. Naranja Avenue
Port Sai�t Lucie, Florida
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250 S.W.13 Avenue
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TABLE Of CONTENTS
I.)
DISCLAIMER
H.)
COVER LETTER
• SOIL STRATAS
• WATER LEVEL
• FOUNDATION R
III.)
STANDARD (DYNAMI
IV.)
FIELD SKETCH
V.)
MAP OF SUBJECT SIT
VI.)
GENERAL NOTES
• KEY CLASSIFIC.
VH.)
LIMITATIONS OF I
FE
:COMMENDATIONS
' CONE) PENETRATION LOG(S)
TIONS & SYMBOLS
Our report findings are based on present onsite oil conditions encountered. It is imperative that you
read our reports in their entirety and follow all recommendations as listed. Failure to follow our
recommendations, may result in delays and Idditional costs due to permitting agencies (Building
Department, etc.) withholding a Certificate of Occupancy for your proposed structure(s).
All recommendations shall be followed in orde� to receive a final certification, which may include but
not be limited to density testing per lift of fill material, demucking verifications, piling inspections. In
addition, these reports are for foundation analysis only and shall not be used for excavating, backfilling,
or pricing estimates.
Please schedule us at least 24 hours in ai
another engineering firm for further testing
provide you with the proper certification in 1
ce for all tests and inspections. If you choose to use
inspections, it is your responsibility to ensure that they
ig, as outlined in our report.
October 24, 2016
Scott Britton
626 S.W. Long Key Court
Port Saint Lucie, Florida 34986
RE: SUBSOIL INVESTIGATION
Proposed New Residence
434 S.E. Naranja Avenue
Port Saint Lucie, Florida
Dear Sir or Madam;
Pursuant to your request, Florida Engineering &
October 19, 2016, at the above referenced site.
conditions relative to the proposed structi
recommendations are based on the assumption tl
residence (approximately 3,300 square feet).
ENGINEERING & TESTING, INC.
Phone: (866) 781-6889 *Fax: (866) 784-8550
www.foiidaengineeringandtesting.com -
250 S.W.13th Awnue
Pompano Beach, FL 33069
Job Order No.: 16-3256
>ting, Inc., has completed a subsoil investigation on
purpose of our investigation was to verify subsoil
s) foundation preparation and design. Our
the proposed structure(s) are as follows: one story
A total of two (2) SPT borings were performed according to ASTM D-1586 down to depths of twenty-
five to thirty feet (25' - 30') (BEGL) below iexisting ground level (see attached field sketch for
locations), Based on our soil borings, the soil rofile'varies across the subject site (see attached SPT
Test Boring Report(s) for details).
Groundwater table elevation was measured im
found at depths of four feet seven inches to fot
water levels should be anticipated due to surfa(
ground elevation, construction dewatering and
familiarize themselves with site conditions v
needed. The contractor shall make sure that grc
by the contractors dewatering activities. Speci
work below the groundwater level.
inediately at the completion of the boring(s) and was
r feet nine inches (47' to 4'9") BEGL. Fluctuation in
I
e runoff, tidal influences, seasonal variations, varying
pumping activities in the area. Site contractor must
i the event groundwater controls and dewatering is
I amdwater levels on adjacent properties are not affected
dty groundwater contractors shall be consulted for all
Qnality �A I A=wr¢nce
Page 2
October 22, 2016 Job Order No.16-3256
Scott Britton
Proposed New Residence
434 S.E. Naranja Avenue, Port Saint Lucie, Florida:
a The boring log(s) attached present(s) a detai
location(s). The soil stratification shown on
recovered soil samples and interpretation of the
boundaries between soil types. The actual trans:
Based on our understanding of the proposed
boring log(s); we recommend the following pr(
1) Strip the entire construction areas plus
topsoil and ground vegetation (when er
2) Saturate and compact all construction
A.S.T.M. D-1557 modified proctor rr
roller in each direction.
description of the soils encountered at the test
boring log(s) is based on the examination of the
.ler's field log(s). It indicates only the approximate
is between adjacent soil types maybe gradual.
icture and the information obtained from our field
ures for foundation preparation:
feet (5) past the outer perimeter of the structure of
tered) down to clean granular material.
with a vibratory roller to a minimum of 95% of the
1. Make a minimum of ten (10) passes with the
3) Backfill construction areas to proper ele ation if needed using a clean granular material placed
in lifts not to exceed twelve inches (12") in thickness and compacted as per item 2.
4) Care should be taken when using vibration in case of existing structures in the vicinity of the
construction area. If vibration cannot be used for compaction, static compaction may be
applied. However, in this case, the c mpacted layers should not exceed six inches (6") in
thickness.
5) All construction fill material shall be clean granular soil, free of organics or other deleterious
material, and shall contain no more than) twelve (12) percent fines passing a U.S. Standard No.
200 sieve (0.075mm).
6) Representative samples of the on -site acid proposed fill material should be collected and tested
to determine the classification and compaction characteristics.
7) Verify all densification procedures by taking an adequate number of field density tests in each
layer of compacted material and bottom of footing excavations. This must be scheduled
immediately after Tamp and Spray land/or Compaction but before steel placement. If
steel is already in -place, it must be removed from all areas to be tested prior to
performing densities.
8) All Geotechnical work shall be perfon
his representative.
9) After the installation of any plumbing
areas be recompacted and additional d
the disturbed areas.
under the supervision of a Geotechnical Engineer or
electrical piping; we recommend that the disturbed
tests be performed to verify proper compaction of
Provided the above foundation recommendations are achieved and verified; it is our opinion that
the proposed structure can be designed for a shallow foundation system with a permissible soil
bearing pressure not to exceed 2,500 P.S.F. Bearing capacity certification requires satisfactory
completion and verification of all the above foundation recommendations.
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October 22, 2016 Job Order No. 16-3256
Scott Britton
Proposed New Residence
434 S.E. Naranja Avenue, Port Saint Lucie, Florida:
We recommend a minimum width of 16 inches
footings, even though the soil bearing pressu
recommend that the bottom of footings be at least
It is our opinion that the floor slab system may
a vapor barrier be placed between the soil and c
mesh be placed at the approximate center of the
It was estimated that upon proper completion,
less than one inch. Differential settlements shop;
Provisions shall be made by the architect, c
settlements when tying in new to existing stru
used unless provided with expansion joints to
structure should be inspected to verify the
piling installation or excavation operations.
Regardless of the thoroughness of a Geotec]
conditions may be different from those of the to
Inc., does not guarantee any subsoil condition
portrayal of subsurface conditions, the site con
site or subsurface conditions during constructic
our subsoil investigation should be reported to
report the client understands that all data fro
analysis only and is not to be used for excavatir
must familiarize themselves with the job site co:
FLO A
br continuous footings and 30 inches for individual
may not be fully developed in all cases. We
12 inches below the lowest adjacent finished grade.
constructed as a slab on grade. We recommend that
Crete. We also recommend that the reinforcing steel
b for tensile support.
ng-term total settlements should be on the order of
be approximately one-half of the total settlement.
of record and contractor to address differential
Mixing of different foundation types shall not be
differential settlement. If applicable, the seawall
it integrity and prevent undermining due to the
ical exploration there is always a possibility that
location(s); therefore Florida Engineering & Testing,
.rounding the bore test hole(s). For a more accurate
Lctor should perform test pits. The discovery of any
which substantially deviate from the information in
s immediately for our evaluation. In accepting this
this soil boring report is intended for foundation
backfilling, or pricing estimates. The site contractor
.itions prior to bidding.
As mutual protection to clients, the public, and ourselves, all reports are submitted as the confidential
property of clients, and authorization for publication of statements, conclusions, or extracts from or
regarding our reports is reserved pending our written approval. All work must be conducted under the
supervision of our Geotechnical engineer. All work shall be conducted in compliance with the Florida
Building Code FBC and OSHA workers protection rules and all applicable Federal, State, County and
City rules and Regulations.
Florida Engineering & Testing, Inc., appreciates the opportunity to be -of service to you at this phase of
your project. If you have any questions or comments, please give us a call. We would be pleased to
help any way we can. It has been a pleasure working with you and look forward to doing so in the near
future.
Sincerely,
Mark A. Mesiano, P.E.
Florida Engineering & Testing, Inc.
Florida Reg. No. 48202
Certificate of Authorization No. 6922
Client: Sco
Project: Pro
Address: 434
Location:
SPT Test Boring Report
Hole No: B-1
Date: 10/19/16
Soil Descriptions
Penetration "N" Value
Slightly Silty Fine Sand
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Water Level: 47' BEGL
As a mutual protection to clients, the public and ourselves, all
reports are submitted as the confidential property of clients,
and authorization for publication of statements, conclusions or
extracts from or regarding our reports is reserved pening our
written approval.
A = Auger/Straight Rod
Ref = Refusal
BEGL = Below Existing Ground Level
0 = Weight of Hammer
Mary A. Mesiano, P.E,_
Florida Engineeringi Testing, Inc.
Florida Reg. No. 48202
Certificate of Authorization No. 6923
SPT Test Boring Re
Client: Sco
Project: Pro
Address: 434
Location:
Depth
(Ft) Soil Descriptions
_ 0' - 3' Mottled Grayish Brown
_ Slightly Silty Fine Sand and
_ Light Brown Silty Fine Sand
_ 3' - 6' Grayish Brown Slightly
_ Silty Fine Sand with Trace of
Light Grayish Brown Silt
— 6' -10' Mottled Light Grayish
Brown and Grayish Brown
Slightly Silty Fine Sand
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— 10' -18' Grayish Brown
Silty Fine Sand
20 ILight
18'-23'
Grayish Brown Fine
23' - 25'
Bluish Gray Fine Sand
Water Level: 4'9" BEGL
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Blows
1 1
3 3 4
4 3
5 4 8
2 3 7
4 4
6 6 10
4 7
8 8 14
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9 8
812 16
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10 , 9 18
-- - A
1212 25
1310
As a mutual protection to clients, the public and ourselves, all
reports are submitted as the confidential property of clients,
and authorization for publication of statements, conclusions or
extracts from or regarding our reports is reserved pendirig our
written approval.
A = Auger/Straight Rod
Ref = Refusal
BEGL = Below Existing Ground Level
0 = Weight of Hammer
Hole No: B-2
Date: 10/19/16
Saint
Penetration "N" Value
10 20 30 40
Mark A. Mesiaho, P.E.
Florida Engineering & Testi-ng, Inc.
Florida Reg. No. 48202
Certificate of Authorization No. 6923
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NOTES
FIGORIX3A
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• Soil boring(s) on unmarked vacant property br existing structure(s) to be demolished should be
considered preliminary with further boring(s) to be performed after building pad(s) are staked out.
• As -a mutual protection to clients, the
confidential property of clients, and at
extracts from or regarding our reports is
• It is not our field inspector's responsibility to
His/her responsibility is limited by the duties s
• It is the client's responsibility to provide
and ourselves, all reports are submitted as the
ion for publication of statements, conclusions or
pending our written approval.
rvise, schedule, or stop any phase of the project.
in the contract.
safety for the site and personnel.
S & SYMBOLS
Correlation of Penetration Resistance
Particle Size
with Relative Density and Consistency
Boulder
> 12in
Cobble
3 -12in
Dynamic Cone
Standard
Gravel
4.76mm - 3in
Penetrometer
Penetration
Relati a
Sand
0.074mm - 4.76mm
(Penetrometer
(Hammer
Densi
Silt
O.00Smm - 0.074mm
Resistance)
Blows
Clay
< 0.005mm
0 - 10
0 - 3
Very Loose
10 - 25
3- 8
Loose
Sands 25 - 45
8 -15
Firm
Modifiers
45- 75
15 - 25
Very
75 -120
25 - 40
�irm
Dense
0 - 5%
Slightly Silty/Clayey
> 120
> 40
Very
ense
5 - 30%
Silty/Clayey
30 - 50%
Very Silty/Clayey
0 - 6
0 - 2
Very Soft
0 - 2%
Very Slight Trace
Silts 6 - 15
2 - 5
Soft
2 - 5%
Slight Trace
& 15 - 30
5 - 10
Firm
5 - 10%
Trace
30 - 45
10 -15
Stiff
10 -15%
Little
Clay 45- 90
15 - 30
Very Stiff
15 - 30%
Some
90 -150
30 - 50
Hard
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> 30%
With
Rock Hardness Description
Soft Rock core crumbles when handled.
Medium Can break co a with your hands.
Moderately Hard Thin edges of� ock core can be broken with fingers.
Hard Thin edges of rock core cannot be broken with fingers.
Very Hard Rock core rings when struck with a hammer.
LIMITATIO
WARRANTY
We warrant that the services performed by Flor;
Engineering and Testing, Inc., are conducted in a mam
consistent with the level of skill and care ordinar
exercised by members of the profession currently practici
under similar conditions. No other warranties, expressed
implied, are made. While the services of Flor;
Engineering & Testing, Inc., are an integral and valual
part of the design and construction process, we do i
warrant, guarantee, or insure the quality or completeness
services or satisfactory performance provided by otl
members of the construction process and/or the constructs
plans and specifications which we have not prepared, nor 1
ultimate performance of building site materials.
As mutual protection to clients, the public and ourselves,
reports are submitted as the confidential property of clier
and authorization for publication of statements, conclusic
or extracts from or regarding our reports is reserved pendi
our written approval.
SUBSURFACE EXPLORATION
Subsurface exploration is normally accomplished by
borings. The soil boring log includes sampling informa
description of the materials recovered, approximate de
of boundaries between soil and rock strata and groundv
data. The log represents conditions specifically at
location and time the boring was made. The bound;
between different soil strata are indicated at specific del
however, these depths are in fact approximate and depen
upon the frequency of sampling. The transitions bete
soil stratum are often gradual. Water level readings
made at the time the boring was performed and can ch;
with time, precipitation, canal levels, local well drawdc
and other factors.
Regardless of the thoroughness of a Gebtechnic
exploration there is always a possibility that conditions in
be different from those of the test locations;* therefe
Florida Engineering & Testing, Inc., does not guarantee a
subsoil condition surrounding the bore test holes. For
more accurate portrayal of subsurface conditions, the si
contractor should perform tests pits. If different conditio.
are encountered, Florida Engineering & Testing, Inc., sh;
be notified to review the findings and make ai
recommendations as needed.
LABORATORY AND FIELD TESTS
Tests are performed in accordance with specific AE
Standards unless otherwise indicated. All criteria inch
in a given ASTM Standard are not always required
performed. Each test report indicates the measurements
determinations actually made.
OF LIABILITY
ANALYSIS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
The Geotechnical report is prepared primarily to aid in the
design of site work and structural foundations. Although the
information in the report is expected to be sufficient for
these purposes, it is not intended to determine the cost of
construction or to stand alone as'construction specifications.
In accepting this report the client understands that all data
from the soil boring is intended for foundation analysis only
and is not to be used for excavating, backfilling or pricing
estimates. The site contractor must familiarize themselves
with the job site conditions.
Report recommendations are based primarily on data from
test borings made at the locations shown on the test boring
reports. Soil variations may exist between borings and may
not become evident until construction. If variations are then
noted, Florida Engineering & Testing, Inc., should be
contacted so that field conditions can be examined and
recommendations revised if necessary.
The Geotechnical report states our understanding as to the
location, dimensions, and structural features proposed of the
site. Any significant changes in the nature, design, or
location of the site improvements must be communicated to
Florida Engineering & Testing, Inc„ so that the Geotechnical
analysis, conclusions, and recommendations can be
appropriately adjusted.
CONSTRUCTION OBSERVATIONS
Construction observation and testing is an important element
of Geotechnical services. The Geotechnical Engineer's Field
Representative (Field Rep.) is the "owner's representative"
observing the work of the contractor, performing tests, and
reporting data from such tests and observations. The
Geotechnical Engineer's Field Representative does not direct
the contractor's construction means, methods, operations, or
personnel. The Field Rep. does not interfere with the
relationship between the owner and the contractor, and
except as an observer, does not become a substitute owner
on site. The Field Rep. is only collecting data for our
Engineer to review.
The Field Rep. is responsible for his/her safety only, but has
no responsibility for the safety of other personnel and/or the
general public at the site. If the Field Rep. does not feel that
the site is offering a safe environment for him/her, the Field
Rep. will stop his/her observation/ testing until he/she deems
the site is safe. The Field Rep. is an important member of a
team whose responsibility is to observe the test and work
being done and report to the owner whether that work is
being carried out in general conformance with the plans and
specifications.