Site Investigation Plan Details

Site investigation Plan
Student name ID. Number section
Philypos Tesfaye UGR/4404/12 1
Hanna Samueal UGR/8840/12 1
Abdurezak Mamed UGR/7859/12 1
Client: - mr.tewodros.G
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Phylipos and his friend’s building PLC
Contents
1,IntroductionError! Bookmark not defined.
2 site investigation5
2.1 Geo-technical Drilling/Boring5
bore hole5
2.1.1 Numbers of bore hole and spacing based on different5
referenceError! Bookmark not defined.
2.1.2 depth7
2.2Test with their respective justification7
2.2.1 field test7
2.2.2 lab test Test.sample type.sample size.standard(Astm with specific code)8
2.2.2 lab test Test.sample type.sample size.standard(Astm with specific code)8
2.3 Monitoring ground water9
3. Schedule Activity11
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Introduction
ETABS Software, abbreviated for “Extended Three-dimensional Analysis of Building

Systems” is a 3D integrated software that is used for structural analysis and design
purposes in areas like civil engineering. It integrates every small aspect of
engineering designing while also involving the production of schematic sketches.
Basically, it’s a design tool to make complex calculations related to building models
easier for the engineers so that they can make powerful structures within a fraction
of seconds without making any unnecessary investments.
On this project we identify number of borehole and depth of investigation for 3

sites. A borehole is a hole that is bored beneath the ground during the course of a
Geo-technical evaluation of a design pathway for the installation of underground
services. It informs the location of soft soils or other circumstances impacting the
trench-less construction process. In the Geo-technical investigation for foundation
design, it is important to characterize and quantify the subsoil profile to the full
depth to which the sub-soils will have a significant effect on the performance of the
structure. The depth in which samples are taken varies from place to place
depending on the specification of the country. We use principles and requirements
per the EBCS to do our project but we also try to compare and contrast those
guidelines with specifications used in other counties. Moreover, we include field
and lab tests used with their justification, information about ground water,
scheduled activities and the grand total cost to finish the project.
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1.2 investigation objective
The geotechnical investigation of the project was planned and implemented to meet the
following major objectives:
. To study the geomorphological and geological condition of proposed project area
. To identify existing geo hazardous conditions in the proposed construction area
. To determine the material class, lateral and vertical extent and of earth materials composing
proposed construction sites
. To determine engineering characteristics and parameters of soil and rock ground materials of
the engineering sites
. To evaluate the reservoir area with respect to potential land side and water tightness
problems
1.3 Scope investigation

In order to collect appropriate data and meet the main objectives of the geological and
geotechnical investigation, geological and geomorphological mapping, geo physical surveying
and geotechnical investigation works were performed in the above presented sequence. In
particular, the geotechnical investigation has addressed the following scopes:
. Geophysical surveying along selected profile lines
. Core drilling and in-situ testing ( SPT and permeability) on boreholes located along axis
. Installation of piezo meter to measure and monitor ground water
. Collection of representative samples from boreholes
. Preparation of geotechnical investigation reports of the project
1.4 Approach and methodology

The geotechnical investigation of the project was carried out adopting integrated investigation
methods sequentially. The investigation was approached through desk work, field work and
laboratory studies of representative samples from which information generated have been
analyzed and interpreted for the geotechnical characterization and evaluation of proposed
construction sites and construction materials.
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2 site investigation
The objective of the site investigation is to gather data for the design and construction of a the
multistory building for the apartment purpose. The investigation specifically done
to perform different sampling method and geophysical investigation to determine the extent and
locations of foundations, to retrieve soil samples for Geo-technical laboratory testing,
to investigate and collect local borrow source material that may be utilized in construction of
the building.
2.1 Geo-technical Drilling/Boring bore hole
Boreholes are widely used in Geo-technical site investigation as a cost-effective method of
sampling materials from greater depths than is possible with test pits, with minimal
environmental impact. Boreholes also provide down-hole access for Geo-technical testing
equipment, enabling the measurement and monitoring of groundwater levels, pore pressures,
permeability, ground movements, material strengths, in-situ stresses and so on.
“As a rule of thumb; there are no binding rules on either numbers or depths of boring. It will rely
on the Engineering judgment and site discovery”. In general, and to estimate the concept of
boring layout planning (the depth specifically), Tomlinson suggest the following: “The depth to
which borehole should be sunk in ground is by the depth of soil affected by the foundation
bearing pressure”. under this paper for our project, we discuss some of the engineering judgment
and standard on the bore hole layout, spacing, depth and number.
2.1.1 Numbers of bore hole and spacing based on different reference
Here the soil is assumed non uniform to advance our site investigation for the structure to be
safer, sufficient information about the soil to be obtained. Below are some referenced
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table 1 no of bore hole and spacing between bore hole
Standard or Borehole spacing Number of bore hole

reference
Recommended taken Recommended(minimum) taken
EN 7 (2008) 15-40m for high rise 15m 5 bore hole if the soil is far from 6 bore hole
building uniform
EBCS EN
1997:2015
IS: 1892-1979 for building 10-30m 10m 1 bore hole for area of 200 - 8 bore hole
(1985: apart 400sq.m to be loaded. 1 bore
Reaffirmed hole in each corner and one in
2002) the middle for rectangular
building. I.e 5 bore hole is
recommended
Sowers (1970) For Multistory building 10m - 8 bore hole

from 10-30m
NAVFAC DM- Spacing 15 m in both 15m boring at possible exterior 6 bore hole
7.1 (1982) directions foundation walls, at machinery
and elevators pits.
For Large Structure
with Separate Closely
Footings
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2.1.2 Depth
Depth of bore hole is governed by the depth of influence of the foundation soil contact pressure.
Bore holes should go down to at least the depth below the foundation level at which only 5 to
40% q reaches (about 2 to 3 times the foundation width below the foundation level). In our case
we assumed the structure is heavy reinforced concrete structure to be safe with our soil
settlement and ground water conditions. And it is assumed to have raft or mat foundation
EBCS EN 1997:2015 recommend that za>=1.5bB where za-is depth (za ) of investigation and bB-
is width of mat. On the other hand, for heavy reinforced concrete structure
Db=6*s^(0.7)
Where Db: Depth of boring, in meters.
S: Number of stories.
# When deep excavations are anticipated; the depth of boring should be at least 1.5 times the
depth of excavations.
Therefore, from above recommendation our project have bore of depth of about 44m.
2.2Test with their respective justification.
2.2.1 Field Test
Table 2 field tests
Field test type Justification
Plate loading test Determines the ground bearing capacity
Standard penetration test Provide information on geotechnical property of soil
Dynamic cone penetration To determine underlying soil strength

test
Vane shear test Measure shear strength of cohesive soil
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Pressure meter test Measures at rest horizontal pressure
Weight sounding test Assess liquefaction susceptibility
2.2.2 lab test sample type. Sample size. Standard (Astm with specific code)
To support soundings and drill descriptions soil samples are tested for many essential
parameters: grain size distribution, plasticity and the content of organic and lime-like substances.
In the case of undisturbed samples, the volume weight and shear strength are also determined.
Combination of these data leads to the unambiguous designation of the soil type.
Classification based on tests gives an unambiguous, objective assessment of the soil
characteristics and is a valuable addition to a visual drill description.
2.2.2 lab test sample type. Sample size. Standard (Astm with specific code)
Table 3 lab test
Lab test Sample type Sample size Justification Standard
Sieve analysis Disturbed 500 grams of Helps to asses particle size ASTEM
sample soil sample is distribution of granular material
taken
Dry density and Slightly 3kg of soil Helps determine the natural content ASTEM
moisture content disturbed sample is of the given soil sample
sample taken
Consolidation test Undisturbed 155.2g of soil To determine the magnitude and rate ASTEM
sample sample is of soil consolidation
taken
Atterberg test Undisturbed 150g of soil Helps to determine the moisture ASTEM
soil sample is content at which grained clay and silt
soil transition between the different
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taken phases
2.3 Monitoring ground water

Groundwater level is measured while ground investigation is carried out. Identification of ground
water level fluctuation with time is also assessed for this factor affects the ground investigation
result greatly. Additionally, the presence of certain chemical constituents in groundwater should
be investigated, while considering the durability of the structure. The level of groundwater is
monitored by special measuring instruments within so called monitoring wells. Monitoring wells
are wells with a small diameter drilled into the ground, which are used for level monitoring of
groundwater and water quality analysis. But at this project ground water monitoring is not
needed, since the project site is bole which is not concerning for water ground.
Seismic Test
Addis Ababa, the capital city of Ethiopia is located in the seismic region of the Country. The zoning
map of the country was prepared earlier. However, the city has a varied ground formation
ranging from rock to soft soil deposit, consequently a seismic microdonation map is essential. In
the absence of strong ground motion records and scarce soil data, microtremor is found to be
adequate. Microtremor measurements were made and analyzed. The Fourier amplitudes and
predominant periods of microtremors are plotted on a GIS based map of the City and a seismic
microdonation map of the city is produced.
Seismic zoning map was prepared for Ethiopia based on past earthquake data and applying
attenuation relations expressing tectonics and seismicity of regions having geological similarity
with Ethiopia, Gouin, [4], Asfaw [5} Seismic microdonation maps provide information on return
period of earthquakes with given magnitude, intensity and acceleration. At its source, earthquake
is influenced by source stress, rapture propagation radiation pattern etc. After emanating from
the source, waves traveling along different travel paths are modified depending on path
parameters such as geometric spreading, absorption, inhomogeneity etc. At sites of interest
further modifications are made by surface conditions, topography and by soil structure
interaction (where structures exist). The general zoning map, MoWUD [6] is produced in a
regional basis for the whole of Ethiopia. Areas in one seismic hazard zone in this map can be
further divided into sub zones to account for the effect of a site on an incoming earthquake this
is what is known as seismic microdonation. Site response is widely recognized as an important
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factor that must be accounted for in micronation or specific site effect evaluation studies for
important facilities
Geological Map of Ethiopia
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Schedule Activity
number activity Weak 1 Weak 2 Weak 3 Weak 4 Weak 5

1 Planning ✓
2 mobilization ✓
3 drilling ✓ ✓
4 ✓
boring
5 ✓
surveying
6 ✓
monitoring
7 ✓
Lab report
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TABLE: Joint
Design Reactions
Story Case Type FZ MX MY
kN kN-m kN-m
Base Combination 11953.165 74.8096 25.7613
7
Base Combination 9723.3436 -134.6067 26.3222
Base Combination 8708.8567 -139.6178 -26.1956
Base Combination 8024.2732 309.2911 -45.1949
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Base Combination 0 0 0
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ITEM DESCRIPTION UNIT QUANTITIY UNIT PRICE TOTAL
AMOUNT
A.FIELD WORK
Mobilization and demobilization of investigation crew
1 to and from site LS 1 30,000
2 Drilling in all formations up to 30 meters depth m 110 2000 220000
3 Standard Penetration Tests (SPTs) No 40 250 10000
4 Ground water level measurements No 5 100 500
5 Sundry cost No 1 30000 30000
6 Surveyor No 3 7000 21000
SUB TOTAL A 311,500
B. LABORATORY TEST
1 Sieve analysis No 20 200 4000
2 Compaction test (compressive strength) No 20 500 10000
3 Dry density and moisture content No 10 1000 10000
4 Consolidation if soil is cohesive No 2 1500 3000
5 Atterberg Limit No 20 200 4000
6 Specific gravity No 5 100 500
SUB TOTAL B 31500
C.TECHNICAL REPORT
Technical report including, Test pit logs, laboratory
tests and interpretation of results, bearing capacity
determination & foundation recommendation ( 2
1 copies Draft and Final Report) LS 1 20000 20000
SUB TOTAL C 20000
TOTAL A+B+C 363,000
15% VAT 54450
Grand Total 417,450
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Student name ID. Number section

Philypos Tesfaye UGR/4404/12 1

Hanna Samueal UGR/8840/12 1

Abdurezak Mamed UGR/7859/12 1

ETABS Software, abbreviated for “Extended Three-dimensional Analysis of Building

On this project we identify number of borehole and depth of investigation for 3

1.3 Scope investigation

1.4 Approach and methodology

2.1.1 Numbers of bore hole and spacing based on different reference

Standard or Borehole spacing Number of bore hole

Recommended taken Recommended(minimum) taken

Sowers (1970) For Multistory building 10m - 8 bore hole

Table 2 field tests

Field test type Justification

Plate loading test Determines the ground bearing capacity

Standard penetration test Provide information on geotechnical property of soil

Dynamic cone penetration To determine underlying soil strength

Vane shear test Measure shear strength of cohesive soil

Weight sounding test Assess liquefaction susceptibility

Classification based on tests gives an unambiguous, objective assessment of the soil

characteristics and is a valuable addition to a visual drill description.

Lab test Sample type Sample size Justification Standard

2.3 Monitoring ground water

Geological Map of Ethiopia

number activity Weak 1 Weak 2 Weak 3 Weak 4 Weak 5

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