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What compaction factor
Hey thanks for the input guys. I am not sure that I agree that the contractor will be happy without some sort of compaction factor as he is paid on the amount of dirt moved. Obviously there is going to be more dirt in the stockpile than my calcs will show. These big scrapers will compact it some...- surveyorjoe
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- Forum: Earthwork/grading engineering
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What compaction factor
Thank you guys. I think I will not use any compaction factor and let the Contractor work that out with the Client. Your responses are very much appreciated.- surveyorjoe
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- Forum: Earthwork/grading engineering
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What compaction factor
I am working on a project where I need to provide a quantity for three topsoil piles. I have the raw number calculated at 120,000 cubic yards. These topsoil piles were built with large scrappers and stand 18 feet high. I am trying to find out what, if any, compaction factor would be added to a...- surveyorjoe
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