Observations/Finding

The undersigned ASEC representative was on site as requested by the Client and/or Contractor to observe contractor’s field activities. Visual observation techniques were employed to evaluate work in-place for general compliance with the Project Plans, Specifications, Codes and Standards, and Material Submittals.

Overview and Observations

During the site visit on January 2, 2024, key activities included conducting a moisture content test and observing site preparation activities. The in-place moisture content was found to be 30.2%, which is above the optimum level of 20.6%. Consequently, soil placement activities were suspended. Instead, the contractor focused on preparing the green space behind Lots #20-25, as marked in red on the attached drawing. Scarification and aeration of the high moisture soils should be performed prior to their use as fill.

Moisture Test Results

• Test Conducted: On-site moisture content measurement.
• Results: Moisture content recorded at 30.2%, exceeding the optimum of 20.6%.

Site Preparation Activities

• Location: Green space behind lots 20-25.
• Activity Observed: Site preparation in response to current soil conditions.