@ ee of Transportation redeattigwey FTELD INSPECTORS MANUAL Etta Som Natt WALLS—DEMONSTRATION Project 103 Sot NAILING GROUND SURFACE TEMPORARY pas cid paid bios ce Pree rd ro ras ‘PERMANENT Prenat ‘NI Cea coats Ce SOIL NAIL WALL eRe aA aes Roce ay UE Pun RM) Publication No, FHWA-SA-93-068 URE Crd ~ < comes ge CoesFOREWORD The purpose of this manual is to provide field inspectors with the knowledge necessary to effec- tively monitor and document the construction of soil nail retaining walls. The manual provides information useful to both the experienced and inexperienced soil nail inspector. Soil nailing is a specialized type of construction. It requires the use of methods and techniques not ordinarily employed in conventional highway construction. ‘Therefore, it is advantageous for inspectors to be knowledgeable about special aspects of soil nailing construction, A knowledgeable inspector will greatly enhance the advantages of this technology. Whenever feasible, it is recommended that inexperienced inspectors be trained under the guidance of an experienced inspector prior to construction. ‘The manual is organized into two main parts: PRECONSTRUCTION PREPARATION and CONSTRUCTION INSPECTION. Checklists which summarize key items discussed in the text are provided throughout the CONSTRUCTION INSPECTION section of the manual. The inspector is encouraged to copy the checklists for use during construction, For easy reference, representative figures and photographs have been incorporated into the body of the text where appropriate. Chapter 6 — Problem Solving on Construction — contains guidance for solving the more common problems encountered during construction. Chapter 7 — Handling Difficult Ground — contains a discussion of methods and techniques that can be employed when difficult ground is encountered during construction (an estimated 10 to 20 percent of projects). ‘Appendix A contains blank forms that can be used for proper documentation and testing during soil nail wall construction. Appendix B contains examples of completed forms. ‘The discussions in the manual are brief, and are intended to highlight fundamental procedures. ‘More comprehensive knowledge of particular areas of interest can be gained from specialty con- tractors, government agencies, consultants, the references listed in this manual, and careful review of part II, chapters 6 and 7, Problem Solving on Construction and Handling Difficult Ground. ‘This manual is intended to serve as both a field and an office reference for field inspectors. A condensed pocket size field version is planned, and will be distributed by FHWA as soon as it becomes available. NOTICE ‘This docament is disseminated under the sponsorship of the Department of Transportation in the interest of information exchange, The United States Government assumes 10 liability for its contents or use thereof. The contents of this report reflect the views of the authors, who are responsible for the accuracy of the data presented herein. The contents do not necessarily reflect the official policy of the Deparument of Transportation. This report does not constitute a standard, specification, or regulation. ‘The United States Government does not endorse products or manufacturers. Trade or manufacturers’ names appear herein ‘only because they are considered essential to the objective of this document.