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Division 300 — Stabilized Subgrade, Base and Shoulders

308Geosynthetic Reinforced Base

KS · 2015 Standard Specifications✓ Full text on BuildSpecBook pages 169–169 Save this section

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308.1 Description

Place geosynthetic reinforcement for the base at the locations designated in the Contract Documents. B I D I T E M U N I T S Geosynthetic Reinforcement (for Base) Square Yard

308.2 Materials

Provide geosynthetic for base course reinforcement that complies with DIVISION 1700.

308.3 Construction Requirements

Store and handle the geosynthetic according to the manufacturer's recommendations. Do not expose the geosynthetic to direct sunlight, ultraviolet rays, and temperatures greater than 140°F, mud, dirt, dust, and debris. Place the geosynthetic on the prep ared surface to the limits shown in the Contract Documents. Overlap parallel strips or roll ends a minimum of 12 to 36 inches as designated on the Contract Documents. Limit placement of geosynthetic to that which can be covered with base material within 72 hours. When placing the base lift over the geosynthetic, do not allow construction traffic directly on the geosynthetic.

308.4 Measurement and Payment

The Engineer will measure the geosyn thetic reinforcement by the square yard to the neat lines shown in the Contract Documents. Payment for "Geosynthetic Reinforcement (for Base)" at the contract unit price is full compensation for the specified work.

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Source: Standard Specifications for State Road and Bridge Construction, 2015 Edition. Pages 169–169 of 978. View official source ↗

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