Question: The topographic map ( as shown above ) shows a site that is 2 8 0 ft x 3 0 0 ft overall, with a

The topographic map (as shown above) shows a site that is 280 ft x 300 ft overall, with a grid laid out as shown above. The grid size is 40 ft x 50 ft. The current elevations are shown as dashed lines; the planned elevations are shown as solid lines. Calculate (1) the volume of cut in cubic yards (30 points) and (2) the volume of fill in cubic yards (30 points) required to bring this site to the new grades shown on the plan.

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