GEOSITE: Geotechnical Site Investigation Methods. User's Guide
Abstract
The objective of GEOSITE is to provide guidance, from geotechnical engineering experts, for the selection of equipment and methods for a subsurface investigation at an individual exploration site for a dredging project. It is assumed that the number and locations of the exploration sites have previously been established and that there is a general knowledge of the types of sediments expected to be present at the site. Only for the purpose of this program, the term sediment is used to mean all bottom materials to be dredged, including unconsolidated sediments (soil) and hard materials (cemented soils, rock, coral, etc.) The GEOSITE program recommends: (a) sediment sampling methods, (b) in-situ strength testing methods, considering all of the appropriate sampler/testing method combinations, (c) methods for accessing the sampling/testing depth, (d) suitable field work platforms, and (e) material identification tests.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 01, 1995
- Accession Number
- ADA286859
Entities
People
- Reda M. Bakeer
- S. J. Spigolon
Organizations
- Tulane University of Louisiana