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ASTM D3966/D3966M-07(2013)e1
Standard Test Methods for Deep Foundations Under Lateral Load
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1.1 The test methods described in this standard measure the lateral deflection of a vertical or inclined deep
foundation when subjected to lateral loading. These methods apply to all deep foundations, referred to herein as
“pile(s),” that function in a manner similar to driven piles or cast in place piles, regardless of their method of
installation, and may be used for testing single piles or pile groups. The test results may not represent the long-
term performance of a deep foundation.

1.2 These test methods provide minimum requirements for testing deep foundations under lateral load. Plans,
specifications, provisions, or combinations thereof prepared by a qualified engineer may provide additional
requirements and procedures as needed to satisfy the objectives of a particular test program. The engineer in
responsible charge of the foundation design, referred to herein as the engineer, shall approve any deviations,
deletions, or additions to the requirements of these test methods.

1.3 These test methods allow the following test procedures:

Procedure Test Section

A Standard Loading 8.1.2

B Excess Loading (Optional) 8.1.3

C Cyclic Loading (Optional) 8.1.4

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D Surge Loading (Optional) 8.1.5

E Reverse Loading (Optional) 8.1.6

F Reciprocal Loading (Optional) 8.1.7

G Specified Lateral Movement 8.1.8

(Optional)

H Combined Loading (Optional) 8.1.9

1.4 Apparatus and procedures herein designated “optional” may produce different test results and may be used
only when approved by the engineer. The word “shall” indicates a mandatory provision, and the word “should”
indicates a recommended or advisory provision. Imperative sentences indicate mandatory provisions.

1.5 A qualified geotechnical engineer should interpret the test results obtained from the procedures of these test
methods so as to predict the actual performance and adequacy of piles used in the constructed foundation. See
Appendix X1 for comments regarding some of the factors influencing the interpretation of test results.

1.6 A qualified engineer shall design and approve all loading apparatus, loaded members, support frames, and
test procedures. The text of these test methods references notes and footnotes which provide explanatory
material. These notes and footnotes (excluding those in tables and figures) shall not be considered as
requirements of the test methods. These test methods also include illustrations and appendices intended only for
explanatory or advisory use.

1.7 The values stated in either SI units or inch-pound units are to be regarded separately as standard. The values
stated in each system may not be exact equivalents; therefore, each system shall be used independently of the
other. Combining values from the two systems may result in non-conformance with the standard.

1.8 The gravitational system of inch-pound units is used when dealing with inch-pound units. In this system, the
pound [lbf] represents a unit of force [weight], while the unit for mass is slugs. The rationalized slug unit is not
given, unless dynamic [F=ma] calculations are involved.

1.9 All observed and calculated values shall conform to the guidelines for significant digits and rounding
established in Practice D6026.

1.10 The method used to specify how data are collected, calculated, or recorded in these test methods is not
directly related to the accuracy to which the data can be applied in design or other uses, or both. How one
applies the results obtained using this standard is beyond its scope.

1.11 ASTM International takes no position respecting the validity of any patent rights asserted in connection
with any item mentioned in this standard. Users of this standard are expressly advised that determination of the
validity of any such patent rights, and the risk of infringement of such rights, are entirely their own
responsibility.

1.12 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the
applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

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1. ASTM D3966/D3966M-07(2013)e1

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Standard Test Methods for Deep Foundations Under Lateral Load

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2. ASTM D3966-07

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Standard Test Methods for Deep Foundations Under Lateral Load

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3. ASTM D3966-90(1995)

January 1995
Standard Test Method for Piles Under Lateral Loads (Withdrawn 2005)

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