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203CHANNEL EXCAVATION

DE · 2026 Standard Specifications✓ Full text on BuildSpecBook pages 125–0 Save this section

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203.1Description.

This work consists of excavating to widen, deepen, realign, reconstruct, reconfigure, shape, or finish channels, stream beds, and stream banks.

203.2Materials.

Not applicable.

203.3Construction.

A.Complete work in accordance with Section 202.3.
B.Comply with Section 909.3.
C.Use excess suitable material in embankment or fill areas in accordance with Section 202.3.8.
D.Dispose of unsuitable excavated material in accordance with Section 106.8.

203.4Method of Measurement.

The Department may compute the volume by any of the following methods:

A.The method of average end areas measured by cross-sections taken at regular intervals and at

breaks in grade.

B.Comparison of surveyed electronic surfaces.
C.Other means as determined by the engineer.
D.The Department will not measure material removed outside the payment limits, unless the

engineer directed the work.

203.5Basis of Payment.

The Department will pay for channel excavation at the contract unit price per cubic yard. Price and payment will constitute full compensation for:

A.Excavating, hauling, depositing, and grading excavated materials;
B.shaping and finishing channel and stream beds and stream banks;
C.stockpiling excess suitable material if called for; and
D.disposing of excess and unsuitable materials.

ITEM DESCRIPTION UNIT 203000 CHANNEL EXCAVATION CY

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Source: Delaware Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction, 2026 Edition. Pages 125–0 of 786. View official source ↗

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