803.1DESCRIPTION —This work is the preparation of indicated areas and the placement of topsoil or
topsoil mixture on the prepared areas, using topsoil or topsoil mixture removed from stockpiles located on the project or from other indicated areas.
803.2MATERIAL—Section 801.2
803.3CONSTRUCTION—Section 802.3 and as follows:
with foreign materials.
Moisten loosened soil, if dry, to optimum moisture content as directed. Remove debris and any other foreign material 2 inches or larger in any dimension. Place stockpiled topsoil mixture to a depth of 6 inches ± 1 inch measured in place after compaction. Consolidate topsoil mixture and bond to soil surfaces using a sheepsfoot roller; and provide a firm, stable, rough textured surface. Compact areas not accessible to the sheepsfoot roller with a roller having a weight not over 120 pounds per foot width of roller or by other acceptable methods. Do not place topsoil mixture in a frozen or wet condition.
Condition remaining stockpiles and stockpile areas as specified in Section 105.14.
803.4MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT—Cubic Yard
Measured in the hauling vehicle at the delivery point, as specified in Section 109.01(b).
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