801 — CONCRETE FOUNDATIONS CATEGORY 800 TRAFFIC SECTION 801 — CONCRETE FOUNDATIONS
801.01 Description
Construct concrete foundations for installing traffic signals, highway lighting, and signs.
801.02 Materials
Curing Materials 902.07 Portland Cement Concrete 902.10, Mix No. 3 Corrugated Metal Pipe Section 905 Reinforcement Steel Section 908 Anchor Bolts 909.08 Conduit 950.10 Galvanizing for Hardware A153
801.03 Construction
801.03.01 Excavation. Excavate to the dimensions specified. Ensure that all excavation work is
inspected and approved before proceeding with construction.
801.03.02 Galvanized parts that have been cut or chipped to bare metal shall be repaired according
to A780. 801.03.03 Concrete Placement. Place concrete against undisturbed earth wherever possible. However, where the existing ground shows a tendency to cave in or otherwise will not retain its shape during or after excavation provide, install, and leave in place a corrugated steel pipe. Mix, place, and test concrete as specified in Section 420. Construct footings, including reinforcement and bolt circle data, as specified in the Contract Documents and in conformance with the approved working drawings. Use suitable and accurately placed templates to set the anchor bolts plumb. Leave the templates in place until the concrete attains initial set. Apply a level trowel finish to the top of the foundation. Apply a liquid membrane forming compound to all exposed surfaces. 2025 STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS FOR CONSTRUCTION AND MATERIALS.