Question: A rectangular foundation has dimensions B = 8, L = 10, D = 3. It is underlain by a medium dense sand with Es =300ksf,
A rectangular foundation has dimensions B = 8’, L = 10’, D = 3’. It is underlain by a medium dense sand with Es =300ksf, γ =120 pcf . The water table is very deep. The bearing pressure Δp is 2 tsf. determine the bearing pressure to attain a settlement of 1” at a time of five years after construction using Schmertmann’s Method.
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