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6: Geotechnical

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– Geotechnical Technical Guidance Manual

PDDM Chapter 6

  • Section 6.1 - General
    • 6.1.1 - Geotechnical Discipline
    • 6.1.2 - Geotechnical Role in Project Development
    • 6.1.3 - Intended Chapter Use
  • Section 6.2 - Guidance and References
    • 6.2.1 - Policies for FLH Geotechnical Discipline
    • 6.2.2 - Risk Management
    • 6.2.3 - Standards and Standard Practice
    • 6.2.4 - Technical Guidance
    • 6.2.5 - Technical References
    • 6.2.6 - State DOT References
  • Section 6.3 - Geotechnical Investigations
    • 6.3.1 - Planning and Management
    • 6.3.2 - Methods and Practice
  • Section 6.4 - Analysis and Design
    • 6.4.1 - Evaluation of Data, Project Requirements, and Design Parameters
    • 6.4.2 - Scope of Analysis
    • 6.4.3 - Structure Foundations
    • 6.4.4 - Earth Retention Systems
    • 6.4.5 - Other Structures
    • 6.4.6 - Earthwork
    • 6.4.7 - Slope Stability
    • 6.4.8 - Rock Engineering
    • 6.4.9 - Drainage, Dewatering, and Erosion Control
    • 6.4.10 - Ground Improvement
    • 6.4.11 - Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering
  • Section 6.5 - Documentation and Support
    • 6.5.1 - Geotechnical Reports and Documents
    • 6.5.2 - Final Design and Review of Plans and Specifications
    • 6.5.3 - Construction Support
    • 6.5.4 - Post-Construction Monitoring and Emergency Response
  • Section 6.6 - Primary and Secondary Sources