EXHIBIT-H-2021-05-18-Report-Turbeville-Fire-Station-5-17-2021-revised.pdf

This document is a geotechnical investigation report prepared by Geo-Systems Design & Testing, Inc. for Clarendon County, South Carolina, focusing on the proposed Turbeville Fire Station project located on US 378 in Turbeville. The investigation involves a comprehensive subsurface exploration of an approximately one-acre site, including soil test borings performed to depths of 15 feet and one test boring to 40 feet. The primary objectives were to define existing site materials, analyze anticipated material performance during construction, and provide recommendations for foundation loading, building subgrade elevations, and pavement design.

The soil investigation revealed that the site consists primarily of Fuquay Fine Sand and Lynchburg Loamy Sand with varying soil strata, including tan and brown sandy clay and silty sand layers. Groundwater was observed at approximately 3-6 feet below the surface. The report provides detailed geotechnical recommendations for site preparation, utility excavation, foundation design, and pavement construction, including specifications for compaction, soil bearing pressures, and construction considerations. The site was found to be suitable for structural backfill with proper moisture conditioning, and no significant liquefaction or seismic risks were identified. The investigation supports the planning and design phases for the new fire station construction, offering critical insights into the subsurface conditions and potential construction challenges.