calicata test pit
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| Language pair: | Spanish to English |
| Definition / notes: | A method of examining soil by excavating a pit to permit direct examination of the materials in place and its degree of compaction, as well as permit test loads directly on what will be the foundation soils. http://www.apevibro.com/asp/glossary.asp?letter=t A small excavation at a hazardous waste site. Investigators dig test pits to get an idea of subsurface conditions at hazardous waste sites. http://www.dec.state.ny.us/website/reg8/der/glossQ_Z.html An excavation made to examine the subsurface conditions on a potential construction site. Also, a pit excavated to inspect the condition of existing foundations. http://www.professionalpractice.asme.org/business_functions/contracting/glossary.htm |
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