An Introduction to Fill and Backfill for Structures

• Author(s): J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A.,
• Publisher: Guyer Partners
• Pages: 40
• Language: en
• Categories: Technology & Engineering / Civil / Soil & Rock ,

Description:... Technical guidance for civil and geotechnical engineers and construction managers interested in soil fill and backfill for a variety of infrastructure. Here is what is discussed:
1. INTRODUCTION
2. FILL
2.1 TYPES OF FILL
2.2 FOUNDATIONS ON COMPACTED FILLS
2.3 COMPACTION REQUIREMENTS
2.4 PLACING AND CONTROL OF BACKFILL
2.5 FILL SETTLEMENTS
2.6 HYDRAULIC FILLS
3. BACKFILL
3.1 INTRODUCTION
3.2 PLANNING AND DESIGN OF STRUCTURES AND EXCAVATIONS TO ACCOMMODATE BACKFILL OPERATIONS
3.3 EVALUATION, DESIGN AND PROCESSING OF BACKFILL MATERIALS
3.4 SELECTION OF BACKFILLL MATERIALS
3.5 PROCESSING OF BACKFILL MATERIALS.