J.2_KentsLakeFenceSpecs.pdf

I. General Fence Specifications

Posts

• All cedar posts shall be set plumb (vertical), in complete straight alignment with fence lines, dirt packed solid around posts and be sturdy.

• Cedar posts must be buried a minimum of 30” inches below ground level and dirt packed and tamped hard around the posts. The tops of cedar posts shall be cut off so they are 48” inches above ground level.

• Cedar post spacing shall be a maximum of 10 feet. They may be closer depending on ground conditions, terrain, corner braces, etc. In no locations shall there be posts spaced more than 10 feet apart.

• Additional single cedar posts are required to be installed where the ground slopes or dips up or down, at side gullies, or where wet soils occur.

Wire

• Barbed wire spacing shall be measured perpendicular to the ground and wire spacing will be 16 inches, 8 inches and 8 inches from the ground up.

• Barbed wire must be stretched tight with similar tension on all 3 strands. The barbed wire shall not sag or be loose in any areas. Do not twist or bend barbed wire between posts to tighten strands.

• Barbed wire shall be stapled to wood posts. Staples shall not be driven in tight such that they bend or pinch the barbed wire.

Poles

• Pine pole spacing shall be measured parallel to the ground and will be placed so ends overlap on the same side of the fence. The ends of the poles shall not butt up against each other.

• The top height of the topmost pole shall not be higher than 44 inches above the ground.

• Poles shall be perpendicular to the cedar posts.

Gates

• There will be five (5) 12 foot metal gates gate installed adjacent to cattleguards, except for the gate near the Little Res. Dam. Gates should be heavy duty, tube steel construction, manufactured by Powder River or approved equivalent. These gates should be installed in a way to ensure that it can be padlocked with a chain and lock.

Locations of the gates are identified on the contract map.

• Use Treated 6” dia. Wood Posts on either side of gate, except at the backside of Little Res. where the existing posts may be used.

Stays -- Single Pole/Three Strand Barbwire Fence

• Cedar or Oak Fence Stays will be used, evenly spaced between cedar posts and secured to the fence with tie wire or staple along each barbwire strand.

• Fence stays will be cut to appropriate height so that top pole rests on stay.

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Braces -- Single Pole/Three Strand Barbwire Fence

• There will be a single H-brace every quarter mile used to tie off barbwire and to allow for fencing to be tight.

• Single H-braces: These braces consist of 2 cedar posts spaced ~6’ apart with 2 wood or cedar post horizontal braces placed between notched posts at 42” maximum height with an “X”-style twisted tight, barbwire tie between two wood posts. The “X” wire tie shall be crossed above and below the horizontal brace such that the wire holds the horizontal brace in place when twisted tight. Horizontal braces shall be nailed to posts. H-braces shall be vertical, sturdy, dirt packed solid and in straight alignment with the fence on each side.

• All corners will have 2 single H-braces (total of 2 braces), and will only need 3 cedar posts.

• Each gate/cattleguard installation shall incorporate two single H-braces whether the cattle guard is existing or new. The installation pattern shall be as follows: Fence – Single H Brace – Cattleguard – Treated 6” Min. Post – Gate – Single H Brace – Fence. Gate shall be hung on Single H Brace that incorporates a 6” Min. dia. wood post for hinges.

All completed fences shall be in straight alignment, taut and solid at all points.

Additional Fence Specifications, Details, Requirements and Information

The fence is being constructed on Forest Service property and should be respected and taken care

of. Trimmed fence posts and pieces should be either removed or stacked in the piles created from demolition of the existing fence. Do not leave cut wood pieces scattered along the fence line. Clean-up and smooth all dirt piles, remove all trash and materials used to complete the fencing contract.

Fence Line is Marked The fence line, corners, braces, gates and other fence features will be clearly marked with flagging or surveying lathe and or verbally. In addition to a map of the project, the Contractor will follow existing fence in the construction of this project.

Fence Materials The Selected Contractor will provide all fence material necessary to construct the fence as specified:

• Cedar fence posts will be a minimum 3” diameter at top and a maximum of 12” diameter at the bottom and 7’- 8’ long.

• Treated wood posts or smaller cedar posts will be used for H-braces.

• Wire is class 1, 2 point barbed wire. No high tensile wire will be used.

• Barbwire will be used on all braces.

• Wood stays (dancers) are 3” min. diameter cedar or oak poles, length will vary (see notes above). No steel twist stays will be used.

• Staples are 1 ½ inches.

• Poles for post, wire, and pole fence will be a minimum 4-6” diameter and up to 21’ long

• 12’ heavy duty steel tube gate; Powder River or approved equivalent.

• 3/8 inch Galvanized All Thread, 3/8 inch Zinc Plated Flat Washers, 3/8 inch Zinc Plated

Hex Nuts

Clearing of Fence Line

Most of the fence line occurs in forest type setting along an existing logworm fence. Most of the trees along the proposed fence line has been cleared to a degree in order to reduce potential fuels for fire. A smaller proportion of the proposed fence line location has not been cleared. Debris and existing trees or vegetation, if present along the fence line, will be removed by the contractor, before or during construction. Trees that are cut may be left in place. Other vegetation that removed may be stockpiled

Existing Logworm Fence Demolition (Option Item)

All of the existing logworm fence ( if awarded) shall be cut and stacked into 10’ tall piles at least 40’ from the new fence. All existing wire and other connecting hardware will be removed and disposed of offsite.

2 Pole to 3 Pole/Post Fence Retrofit, Mahogany Cove (Option Item)

Remove and reinstall existing top row of poles to the appropriate specified height. Install new middle row of poles midway between the relocated top row of top poles and the existing row of bottom poles.

Relocate Sign/Fee Tube/Kiosk (Option Items)

Excavate around existing signs, fee tube and kiosk enough to remove. Excavate holes in new locations adequately so that items may be installed just as they were prior to relocation. New locations are to be determined and will be within the vicinity of the Little Res. Campground Entrance. Reinstall posts and fee tube plumb and according to fence specification listed above.

Ensure no damage is incurred to items during relocation.

Site Investigation and Conditions Affecting the Work The Contractor acknowledges that it has taken steps reasonably necessary to ascertain the nature and location of the work, and that it has investigated and satisfied itself as to the general and local conditions which can affect the work or its cost, including but not limited to:

#1) Conditions bearing upon transportation, disposal, handling, and storage of materials;

#2) Availability of labor, water, electric power, and roads;

#3) Uncertainties of weather, river stages, or similar physical conditions at the site;

#4) Conformation and conditions of the ground; and #5) Character of equipment and facilities needed preliminary to and during work performance.

Any failure of the Contractor to take the actions described and acknowledged in this paragraph will not relieve the Contractor from responsibility for estimating properly the difficulty and cost of successfully performing the work, or for proceeding to successfully perform the work without additional expense to the State.

EQUIPMENT AND WORKMANSHIP:

All equipment and/or materials incorporated into the work covered by this contract shall be of the most suitable grade for the purpose intended, unless otherwise specifically provided in this contract. All work under this contract shall be performed in a skillful and workmanlike manner.

The State may require, in writing, that the contractor remove from the work any employee deemed by the State to be incompetent, careless, or otherwise objectionable.

Surface Conditions: construction shall not occur under conditions that prevent the proper operation of equipment. These conditions include snow, frozen ground or when the soil exceeds 15% moisture content. When such conditions are encountered, the Contractor shall stop work and notify the Government.

Surface Disturbance: Public or private access roads damaged by the Contractor shall be restored at the Contractors expense to the same condition they were in at the commencement of work. Equipment and vehicles must not be operated or driven outside of the flagged boundaries except on identified roads or trails. All-terrain vehicles may be used within project areas as long as vehicle use does not create a visible trail. All created visible trails and/or ruts will be reclaimed at the expense of the contractor.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS:

1. Project sites shall be cleaned up, and all refuse removed by the Contractor. The Contractor shall be responsible for disposal of materials in a manner consistent with State, Federal and local laws and for all expenses incurred with disposal. Public or private access roads damaged by the Contractor shall be restored at the Contractors expense to the same condition they were in at the commencement of work.

2. Use of 2-wheel and 4-wheel vehicles is permitted in the project areas. Off-road driving will be prohibited when soils are wet and rutting may occur.

3. Hazardous Materials:

A. Use of Hazardous Materials and/or petroleum products requires that all appropriate

State and Federal Regulations be complied with including, but not limited to, Materials Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) on hand and use of necessary Personal Protective Clothing (PPE).

B. On-site disposal of Hazardous Materials or Waste including hydrocarbons is not authorized. On-site disposal will subject the contractor to at least the cost of reclamation and the appropriate disposal of contaminated soil.

C. Incidental (de minimus) leaks from fittings, gaskets or ruptured hoses will not subject the contractor to remedial requirements. They will be considered to be normal and unavoidable losses. Continual leaks will be noted on inspection reports and correction through maintenance required.

D. Maintenance and repair operations that require the draining of engines or hydraulic systems may be conducted on site only if the fluids are captured, containerized, and removed from public lands for proper disposal.

II. Cattle Guard Specifications (Option Item)

DIVISION 200

EARTHWORK

Section 208. —STRUCTURE EXCAVATION AND BACKFILL FOR

SELECTED MAJOR STRUCTURES

208.03 General. Request approval from the CO as to the character and suitability of the foundation material when the excavation is complete. Provide a firm foundation of uniform density throughout its length and width.

Saw cut existing pavements or concrete structures adjacent to the area to be excavated that are designated to remain.

Dispose of excavated material legally off the project.

Remove safety features when no longer necessary.

208.08 Foundation Preparation. Prepare foundations as follows:

(c) Footings keyed into undisturbed material. Excavate the foundation to the limits of the footing and compact the foundation. Where material does not stand vertically, fill the space between the limits of the footing and the undisturbed material with concrete. Fill only to the top of the excavation if the excavation is below the top of the footing. Concrete placed against steel sheet piles in cofferdams is considered as being against undisturbed material.

(d) Unstable material below footing elevation. Excavate unstable material below foundation grade as directed by the CO and backfill with foundation fill. Place foundation fill in horizontal layers that do not exceed 6 inches (150 millimeters) in compacted thickness. Compact each layer according to Subsection 209.10.

Section 209. —STRUCTURE EXCAVATION AND BACKFILL

209.03 General. Excavate trenches or foundation pits according to Subsection 208.03. Excavate to foundation grade without disturbing the trench or foundation surface. Foundation grade is the elevation at the bottom of the bedding for installing the structure.

209.07 Foundation Preparation. Excavate unsuitable material when encountered at foundation grade as directed by the CO.

Where a footing is required to be keyed into undisturbed material, prepare foundation and construct footing according to Subsection 208.08(c).

Backfill and compact with foundation fill according to Subsection 208.08(d).

209.08 Bedding. Place bedding as follows:

For box culverts and structures other than pipe culverts. Construct bedding when specified. Place and grade bedding material in compacted layers not exceeding 6 inches (150 millimeters) in depth.

Compact each layer according to Subsection 209.09.

209.09 Backfill. Backfill as follows:

(a) General. Place backfill layers evenly on all sides of the structure. Extend each layer to the limits of the excavation or natural ground.

Place backfill material in compacted layers not exceeding 6 inches (150 millimeters) in depth.

Compact each layer according to Subsection 209.10.

(d) Repair existing pavement areas. See Subsection 418.04.

209.10 Compacting. Adjust the moisture content of the backfill material to a moisture content suitable for compaction.

Compact material placed in all layers to at least 95 percent of the maximum density. Determine by visual inspection.

Do not apply density requirements as measured by AASHTO T 310 to material incapable of being tested or compacted to maximum values determined by AASHTO T 99. For these materials, fill the voids around the rock in each layer with earth or other fine material. Compact each layer until there is no visible evidence of further consolidation.

DIVISION 400

ASPHALT PAVEMENTS AND SURFACE TREATMENTS

Section 403. —ASPHALT CONCRETE

403.02 Composition of Mix (JMF). Conform to current state department of transportation material specifications for asphalt concrete.

(b) Type II. Provide a mix composed of crushed stone or gravel and asphalt binder mixed in an approved plant. Use an aggregate gradation and asphalt binder of a quality conforming to those normally used locally by either Federal or state agencies for the type of work being constructed.

Submit the strength, quality, and gradation specifications for the asphalt concrete mix.

Include copies of laboratory test reports that demonstrate aggregate, asphalt binder, additive, and mix properties meet Federal, state or local government agency specifications. Submit the maximum specific gravity (density) of the mix as determined by AASHTO T 209.

Section 412. —ASPHALT TACK COAT

412.04 Surface Preparation. Clean the existing surface of loose material, dirt, or other deleterious material by approved methods. When the surface is concrete, remove excess joint and crack filler.

412.05 Weather Limitations. Apply asphalt tack only when the following apply:

(a) Surface is dry and unfrozen;

(b) Ambient air temperature is above 35 °F (2 °C) and rising; and

(c) Weather is not foggy or rainy.

412.06 Asphalt Application. When using slow-setting emulsified asphalt, dilute by adding an equal quantity of water to the emulsified asphalt.

Apply the asphalt tack coat according to at a rate of 0.03 to 0.15 gallons per square yard (0.15 to 0.70 liters per square meter).

Apply the asphalt tack coat uniformly and completely by fogging with a hand spray attachment or by another approved method when application with a distributor spray bar is not practical.

Squeegee the excess asphalt from the surface. Allow the tacked surfaces to completely cure before placing the covering course. Place the covering course within 4 hours of placing the asphalt tack coat.

Section 418.—ASPHALT CONCRETE PAVEMENT PATCHING

418.04 Asphalt Pavement Full Depth Patch, Type 2 (FDP-2).

(a) Patch areas. Patch area between sawcut and new cattleguard

(b) Pavement removal. Saw cut and remove the pavement. When saw cutting, cut through the existing pavement and around the perimeter of the patch area. Make saw cuts perpendicular to the roadway surface and at right angles to each other. Remove the pavement, base and subgrade to the depth shown in the plans.

(c) Patching. Apply a tack coat to the edges of the patch area according to Section 412. Place and compact asphalt concrete pavement so the patched surface matches the same grade as the adjacent surface.

DIVISION 600

INCIDENTAL CONSTRUCTION

Section 619. — CATTLE GUARDS

619.07 Cattle Guards.

(a) Excavating and backfilling. Perform the work described under Section 209. Excavate foundation to depth with sufficient space for proper installation of formwork.

(b) Concrete foundation. Furnish precast concrete cattle guard foundations as provided by Intermountain Farmers Association or approved equal.

Finish stringer bearings to allow full bearing under each stringer. Firmly seat cattle guard on the concrete to prevent rocking. Set foundations in true straight lines.

(d) Cattle guard. Assemble and place guards as shown in the plans. Securely fasten the cattle guard to the foundation per manufacturer’s instructions and/or the plans. Fasten the metal wings per manufacturer’s instructions and as shown in the plans. Connect fences and gates as shown in the plans. Weld according to AASHTO/AWS, Bridge Welding Code D1.5 (D1.5M).

Use standard manufactured cattle guards as provided by Intermountain Farmers Association or approved equal. Furnish cattle guards with HS-20 (M-18) loading rating according to AASHTO, Load and Resistance Factor Design (LRFD) Bridge Design Specifications. Provide suitable cleanouts.

DIVISION 700 MATERIAL

Section 702. —ASPHALT MATERIAL

702.02 Emulsified Asphalt. Furnish material previously approved by Federal, State, or local government. Provide documentation.

Section 704. —SOIL

704.02 Bedding Material.

Furnish a suitable, well-graded, free draining material conforming to the following:

(a) Maximum particle size ½ in (12.5 mm) or half the corrugation depth, whichever is smaller

(b) Material passing No. 200 (75-μm) sieve, 10.0 percent max.

AASHTO T 27 and AASHTO T 11

704.03 Backfill Material.

Furnish a suitable, well-graded, free draining material, containing no fines, that does not require compaction, i.e., a self-compacting material.