Characteristics of volcanic ash and natural lime based

stabilized clayey soils

K M.A Hossain, M Lachemi, S Easa

Canadian Journal of Civil Engineering, 2006, 33(11): 1455-1458, 10.1139/l06-099

Abstract
Clayey soils are stabilized with various percentages of volcanic ash (VA), finely ground natural lime (NL),
Portland cement, and their combinations. The influence of stabilizers and their combinations is evaluated
through standard Proctor compaction, unconfined compressive strength, splitting tensile strength, modulus of
elasticity, and California bearing ratio (CBR) tests. The durability of stabilized soil mixtures is judged based on
drying shrinkage and the influence of water immersion on strength. Correlations between compressive
strength, modulus of elasticity, and CBR are also established. Stabilized soil mixtures can be used in various
constructions, including road pavements and low-cost housing.Key words: soil stabilization, volcanic ash,
natural lime, mechanical properties, durability.