Question: A foundation is 3 . 0 m x 2 . 0 m in plan placed at a depth of 2 . 0 0 m .

A foundation is 3.0m x 2.0m in plan placed at a depth of 2.00m. The soil supporting the foundation has the following properties:
Y =17.45 kN/m3
Ysat =19.45 kN/m3
=24 Degree
Unconfined compressive strength =123 kN/m2
The water table is located 2.32m below the natural grade line. Using Factor of safety of 3.00, determine the gross allowable load the foundation could carry.

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