for communicating the design intent for grading are embodied in the technical drawings (grading plans, sections, and details) and the technical specifications (earthwork section).
Encounters in the Field of Grading: Problems That Could Have Been Avoided
Figure 2.5-A Ponding of storm water. This is the result of either ground settlement or an increase of storm water runoff with the installation of new pavement on adjacent areas.
Figure 2.5-B Ponding occurred as a result of either inadequate grading or subsequent ground settlement
Figure 2.5-C Inadequate design of the water diversion channel was exacerbated by lack of ground cover maintenance with highly erosive soil
Figure 2.5-D This steep and poorly maintained planted slope has resulted in soil erosion from the concentration of water runoff from the adjacent parking area
Site Grading and the Legal Requirements
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