17264 Cheboygan Lock Down Steam Wall - Geotechnical Investigation - 2004.pdf

This is a Geotechnical Investigation project document for the Cheboygan Lock involving state and local agencies responsible for infrastructure assessment and maintenance. The project focuses on conducting a comprehensive geotechnical investigation of the lock structure, with particular emphasis on assessing subsurface conditions, soil stability, and structural integrity of the steam wall component. The investigation serves to identify potential engineering concerns and provide recommendations for remediation or maintenance activities. The document outlines the scope of work requiring qualified geotechnical engineers and consultants to perform site drilling, soil sampling, laboratory analysis, and the preparation of a detailed technical report documenting findings and conclusions regarding the lock's structural condition.

The investigation was conducted in 2004 as part of routine infrastructure assessment protocols. The project required specialized equipment for subsurface exploration, including drilling operations and soil boring activities to characterize subsurface materials at various depths. The resulting geotechnical report would provide critical baseline data for future maintenance planning, capital improvement decisions, and structural integrity evaluations of this important waterway infrastructure component. Funding and procurement procedures followed standard state and local government contracting protocols, with the investigation intended to support long-term stewardship and operational reliability of the Cheboygan Lock facility.