209 — TRIMMING EXISTING DITCHES 2026 STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS FOR CONSTRUCTION AND MATERIALS CATEGORY 200 GRADING SECTION 209 — TRIMMING EXISTING DITCHES
209.01 Description
Trim, slope, and shape existing ditches within the limits and to the lines and grades specified. Clearing and grubbing and the removal and disposal of surplus or unsuitable materials are included in the work.
209.02 Materials
Not applicable.
209.03 Construction
Clear and grub as specified in Section 101. Trim, slope, and shape existing ditches to a uniform grade and cross section. Maintain a constant side slope having a maximum slope of 1:1 unless otherwise specified. Dispose of excess and unsuitable materials as specified in Section 201.
209.04 Measurement and Payment
Trimming Existing Ditches will be measured and paid for at the Contract unit price per linear foot of trimmed ditch. Measurement will be along the center line of the ditch. The payment will be full compensation for all clearing, grubbing, excavation, disposal of surplus and unsuitable materials, and for all labor, equipment, tools, and incidentals necessary to complete the work.
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