This simple and quick field test will give you a rough idea of bearing capacity of soil. PROCEDURE Excavate a pit of required depth. (preferably equal to the depth of foundation) Take a solid ball or square cube of known weight and dimension. Drop t… Read more »
The load-bearing wall of a single-storey building is to be supported on a wide reinforced strip foundation.A site investigation has revealed loose-to-medium granular soils from ground level to some considerable depth. The soil is variable with a saf… Read more »