1. A proposed earth dam requires 4500 m³ of compacted soil with a void ratio, e = 0.47 and specific gravity (Gs)-2.76. Two borrow pits are available as described in the following table. Choose the best borrow pit with minimum cost. Degree of Saturation Borrow Pit A B 92 96 Moisture Content % 20.43 22.34 Cost ($/m³) 8 6

1. A proposed earth dam requires 4500 m³ of compacted soil with a void ratio, e = 0.47 and specific gravity (Gs)-2.76. Two borrow pits are available as described in the following table. Choose the best borrow pit with minimum cost. Degree of Saturation Borrow Pit A B 92 96 Moisture Content % 20.43 22.34 Cost ($/m³) 8 6

Principles of Foundation Engineering (MindTap Course List)

8th Edition

ISBN:9781305081550

Author:Braja M. Das

Publisher:Braja M. Das

Chapter16: Soil Improvement And Ground Modification

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 16.12P

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