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<p class=MsoTitle>308 – Geosynthetics for Base </p>
 
 
<h1 style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span
 
style='mso-fareast-font-family:Arial;mso-bidi-font-family:Arial'><span
 
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</span></span></span><![endif]>General Description</h1>
 
 
<h2 style='mso-list:l0 level2 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span
 
style='mso-fareast-font-family:Arial;mso-bidi-font-family:Arial'><span
 
style='mso-list:Ignore'>1.1<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
</span></span></span><![endif]><span style='mso-fareast-font-family:"Times New Roman"'>Definitions
 
and Terms<o:p></o:p></span></h2>
 
 
<p class=MsoNormal><b>Geogrid</b>: Geogrid is a type of geosynthetic material
 
employed to enhance the strength and stability of soil or aggregate layers.</p>
 
 
<p class=MsoNormal><b>Geotextile</b>: Geotextile is a specialized fabric with
 
the capacity to filter, separate, reinforce, and facilitate drainage in roadway
 
applications.</p>
 
 
<p class=MsoNormal><b>Geotextile Separator</b>: Geotextile separator is a
 
fabric designed to prevent intermixing between different layers, effectively
 
serving to separate and maintain distinct layers. The fabric may be woven or
 
non-woven depending on desired application. </p>
 
 
<p class=MsoNormal><b>Geotextile Stabilization</b>: Geotextile stabilization
 
involves the use of fabrics placed over inadequate soils to provide support
 
while allowing water drainage. The fabric may be woven or non-woven depending
 
on desired application.</p>
 
 
<h2 style='mso-list:l0 level2 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span
 
style='mso-fareast-font-family:Arial;mso-bidi-font-family:Arial'><span
 
style='mso-list:Ignore'>1.2<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
</span></span></span><![endif]>General Overview</h2>
 
 
<p class=MsoNormal>Geosynthetic materials are used as a base to enhance
 
stability and strength in areas where unsuitable soils are encountered. They
 
also prevent intermixing of materials between different layers of the roadway
 
foundation due to repeated loading over time. </p>
 
 
<p class=MsoNormal>During design and development, a geotechnical engineer performs
 
an investigation to assess the suitability of the existing soils. This
 
evaluation aims to identify any unsuitable soils that could lead to expensive
 
deep excavation or necessitate modifications to the intended design. Based on
 
these findings, the geotechnical engineer makes a recommendation to use
 
geosynthetic materials during construction. </p>
 
 
<p class=MsoNormal>During construction, geotextiles are used for remediation of
 
unstable soils under the direction of the construction Engineer based on the
 
recommendation from a geotechnical engineer. </p>
 
 
<h1 style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span
 
style='mso-fareast-font-family:Arial;mso-bidi-font-family:Arial'><span
 
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</span></span></span><![endif]>Materials</h1>
 
 
<p class=MsoNormal>All materials must meet acceptance requirements in the <a
 
href="https://www.michigan.gov/mdot/Business/Construction/Materials-Source-Guide">Materials
 
Source Guide</a> and be listed on the Contractor-provided Material Source Lists
 
in the project files.</p>
 
 
<p class=MsoNormal>Materials associated with installation of geosynthetics are
 
to meet <a
 
href="https://mdotwiki.state.mi.us/images_construction/9/95/2020-Standard-Specifications-Construction.pdf#page=902">Section
 
910 of the Standard Specifications for Construction</a>.</p>
 
 
<p class=MsoNormal>Geosynthetic materials are delivered by the supplier in
 
rolls of different widths and lengths and are generally wrapped in a black
 
plastic film. It is essential to store these rolls elevated above the ground
 
and away from chemical exposure. Additionally, ensure protection from moisture,
 
extreme temperatures (above 140 degrees F or below -20 degrees F), and
 
ultraviolet light. To prevent ultraviolet degradation, avoid exposing
 
geotextile fabric and geogrid to sunlight for more than 7 days. Geosynthetics
 
must conform to <a
 
href="https://mdotwiki.state.mi.us/images_construction/9/95/2020-Standard-Specifications-Construction.pdf#page=905">Table
 
910-1</a> and <a
 
href="https://mdotwiki.state.mi.us/images_construction/9/95/2020-Standard-Specifications-Construction.pdf#page=906">Table
 
910-2</a> of the Standard Specifications for Construction.</p>
 
 
<h2 style='mso-list:l0 level2 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span
 
style='mso-fareast-font-family:Arial;mso-bidi-font-family:Arial'><span
 
style='mso-list:Ignore'>2.1<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
</span></span></span><![endif]>Description of Materials </h2>
 
 
<h3 style='mso-list:l0 level3 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span
 
style='mso-fareast-font-family:Arial;mso-bidi-font-family:Arial'><span
 
style='mso-list:Ignore'>2.1.1<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
</span></span></span><![endif]>Woven Geotextile Fabric</h3>
 
 
<p class=MsoNormal>Woven geotextile fabric can be made of polyester or
 
polypropylene slit films, fibrillated yarns, or monofilaments. Individual threads
 
are woven to create strong geotextile fabric used for separation and
 
reinforcement. <a name="_Hlk178071774">The texture is an easily seen coarse
 
weave. </a>Woven geotextiles are semi-impermeable. Due to their poor
 
permeability, woven geotextiles should not be used in areas where vertical
 
drainage is critical. </p>
 
 
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alt="Close-up of a woven material&#10;&#10;Description automatically generated"
 
style='width:187.5pt;height:187.5pt;visibility:visible;mso-wrap-style:square'>
 
<v:imagedata src="308%20-%20Geosynthetics%20for%20Base_files/image001.jpg"
 
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</v:shape></span><span style='mso-tab-count:3'>                                  </span><span
 
style='mso-no-proof:yes'><v:shape id="Picture_x0020_7" o:spid="_x0000_i1033"
 
type="#_x0000_t75" style='width:180pt;height:190.5pt;visibility:visible;
 
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<p class=MsoCaption><a name="_Hlk157174028">Woven Geotextile Fabric</a>
 
Close-Up<span style='mso-tab-count:6'>                                                                                  </span>Woven
 
Geotextile Fabric Roll</p>
 
 
<h3 style='mso-list:l0 level3 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span
 
style='mso-fareast-font-family:Arial;mso-bidi-font-family:Arial'><span
 
style='mso-list:Ignore'>2.1.2<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
</span></span></span><![endif]>Non-Woven</h3>
 
 
<p class=MsoNormal>Non-woven geotextile fabric is made of synthetic materials
 
such as polyester or polypropylene fibers. Short and long fibers are bound
 
together through needle punching or other methods, and heat treatment is
 
usually applied to improve strength. <a name="_Hlk178071883">The texture is </a><span
 
class=GramE><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk178071883'>similar to</span></span><span
 
style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk178071883'> felt material. </span>Non-woven fabric is more
 
permeable than woven fabric and is used for filtration and separation. </p>
 
 
<p class=MsoNormal style='page-break-after:avoid'><span style='mso-no-proof:
 
yes'><v:shape id="Picture_x0020_4" o:spid="_x0000_i1032" type="#_x0000_t75"
 
style='width:186.75pt;height:186.75pt;visibility:visible;mso-wrap-style:square'>
 
<v:imagedata src="308%20-%20Geosynthetics%20for%20Base_files/image003.jpg"
 
  o:title=""/>
 
</v:shape></span><span style='mso-tab-count:3'>                                  </span><span
 
style='mso-no-proof:yes'><v:shape id="Picture_x0020_9" o:spid="_x0000_i1031"
 
type="#_x0000_t75" alt="A roll of black fabric&#10;&#10;Description automatically generated"
 
style='width:187.5pt;height:187.5pt;visibility:visible;mso-wrap-style:square'>
 
<v:imagedata src="308%20-%20Geosynthetics%20for%20Base_files/image004.jpg"
 
  o:title="A roll of black fabric&#10;&#10;Description automatically generated"/>
 
</v:shape></span></p>
 
 
<p class=MsoCaption>Non-Woven Geotextile Fabric Close-Up<span style='mso-tab-count:
 
5'>                                                                        </span>Non-Woven
 
Geotextile Fabric Roll</p>
 
 
<h3 style='mso-list:l0 level3 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span
 
style='mso-fareast-font-family:Arial;mso-bidi-font-family:Arial'><span
 
style='mso-list:Ignore'>2.1.3<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
</span></span></span><![endif]>Geogrid</h3>
 
 
<p class=MsoNormal><a name="_Hlk188949088">Geogrid is comprised of extruded
 
polypropylene and can have varying strength axes depending on the application.
 
It comes in uniaxial, biaxial, or multiaxial forms. The openings in the geogrid
 
allow aggregates to interlock with the geogrid. This provides confinement and
 
restrains aggregate from lateral movement. The geogrid is sized for the
 
aggregate that will be placed over it. The main difference between each form is
 
the strength axis. </a></p>
 
 
<p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst style='margin-left:.25in;mso-add-space:auto;
 
text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l7 level1 lfo12;tab-stops:list .25in'><span
 
style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk188949088'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:
 
Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol'><span
 
style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
</span></span></span><![endif]>Uniaxial geogrid has strength in one direction
 
and the placement orientation is dependent on this direction. Care must be
 
taken to ensure the strength axis is placed appropriately in the field. </span></p>
 
 
<p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:.25in;mso-add-space:
 
auto;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l7 level1 lfo12;tab-stops:list .25in'><span
 
style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk188949088'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:
 
Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol'><span
 
style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
</span></span></span><![endif]>Biaxial geogrid has strength in both axes.
 
Biaxial geogrid provides more stabilization than uniaxial geogrid. This is the <span
 
class=GramE>most commonly used</span> type of geogrid on roadway projects. </span></p>
 
 
<p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpLast style='margin-left:.25in;mso-add-space:auto;
 
text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l7 level1 lfo12;tab-stops:list .25in'><span
 
style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk188949088'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:
 
Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol'><span
 
style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
</span></span></span><![endif]>Multiaxial geogrid has strength in multiple
 
directions and provides the most stability. The grid pattern and amount of
 
strength axes can vary depending on the application. </span></p>
 
 
<span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk188949088'></span>
 
 
<p class=MsoNormal style='page-break-after:avoid'><span style='mso-no-proof:
 
yes'><v:shape id="Picture_x0020_5" o:spid="_x0000_i1030" type="#_x0000_t75"
 
style='width:187.5pt;height:187.5pt;visibility:visible;mso-wrap-style:square'>
 
<v:imagedata src="308%20-%20Geosynthetics%20for%20Base_files/image005.jpg"
 
  o:title=""/>
 
</v:shape></span><span style='mso-tab-count:3'>                                  </span><span
 
style='mso-no-proof:yes'><v:shape id="Picture_x0020_11" o:spid="_x0000_i1029"
 
type="#_x0000_t75" alt="A close-up of several metal mesh&#10;&#10;Description automatically generated"
 
style='width:187.5pt;height:187.5pt;visibility:visible;mso-wrap-style:square'>
 
<v:imagedata src="308%20-%20Geosynthetics%20for%20Base_files/image006.jpg"
 
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</v:shape></span></p>
 
 
<p class=MsoCaption>Biaxial Geogrid Close-Up<span style='mso-tab-count:6'>                                                                                  </span>Biaxial
 
Geogrid Rolls</p>
 
 
<h1 style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span
 
style='mso-fareast-font-family:Arial;mso-bidi-font-family:Arial'><span
 
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</span></span></span><![endif]>Equipment</h1>
 
 
<p class=MsoNormal>The Contractor may use a front-end loader or other
 
appropriate equipment to deliver the material to a specific location. The
 
placement of geosynthetic material is done by hand.<span
 
style='mso-spacerun:yes'>  </span></p>
 
 
<h1 style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span
 
style='mso-fareast-font-family:Arial;mso-bidi-font-family:Arial'><span
 
style='mso-list:Ignore'>4<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
</span></span></span><![endif]>Preconstruction</h1>
 
 
<p class=MsoNormal>General certifications from an independent testing
 
laboratory must be furnished to the Engineer prior to material use. The
 
Inspector should perform the following activities prior to the start of geosynthetic
 
construction:</p>
 
 
<p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst style='margin-left:.25in;mso-add-space:auto;
 
text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo9;tab-stops:list .25in'><![if !supportLists]><span
 
style='mso-fareast-font-family:Arial;mso-bidi-font-family:Arial'><span
 
style='mso-list:Ignore'>1.<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
</span></span></span><![endif]>Review the plans to verify the locations for the
 
geosynthetic material.</p>
 
 
<p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:.25in;mso-add-space:
 
auto;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo9;tab-stops:list .25in'><![if !supportLists]><span
 
style='mso-fareast-font-family:Arial;mso-bidi-font-family:Arial'><span
 
style='mso-list:Ignore'>2.<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
</span></span></span><![endif]>Verify the base material elevation and cross
 
slope have been confirmed by a survey.</p>
 
 
<p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:.25in;mso-add-space:
 
auto;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo9;tab-stops:list .25in'><![if !supportLists]><span
 
style='mso-fareast-font-family:Arial;mso-bidi-font-family:Arial'><span
 
style='mso-list:Ignore'>3.<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
</span></span></span><![endif]>Review the plans and the Special Provision for
 
Maintenance of Traffic. There may be restrictions or staging requirements impacting
 
installation of the material. <a name="_Hlk161814906">Installation restrictions
 
are </a>typically associated with staging requirements and access to side
 
streets and driveways.</p>
 
 
<p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:.25in;mso-add-space:
 
auto;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo9;tab-stops:list .25in'><![if !supportLists]><span
 
style='mso-fareast-font-family:Arial;mso-bidi-font-family:Arial'><span
 
style='mso-list:Ignore'>4.<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
</span></span></span><![endif]>Verify all materials are approved for use and
 
meet <span class=GramE>specifications, and</span> verify that stockpiled
 
materials are protected from weather and sunlight as required by the
 
specifications and manufacturer recommendations. </p>
 
 
<p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:.25in;mso-add-space:
 
auto;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo9;tab-stops:list .25in'><![if !supportLists]><span
 
style='mso-fareast-font-family:Arial;mso-bidi-font-family:Arial'><span
 
style='mso-list:Ignore'>5.<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
</span></span></span><![endif]>Obtain photographs of material labels, storage
 
method, and location.</p>
 
 
<p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:.25in;mso-add-space:
 
auto;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo9;tab-stops:list .25in'><![if !supportLists]><span
 
style='mso-fareast-font-family:Arial;mso-bidi-font-family:Arial'><span
 
style='mso-list:Ignore'>6.<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
</span></span></span><![endif]>Discuss with the Contractor the methods that
 
will be used to install the geosynthetic material, include protection after
 
placement, overlap requirements, and sequencing of placement.</p>
 
 
<p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l2 level2 lfo9;
 
tab-stops:list .5in'><![if !supportLists]><span style='mso-fareast-font-family:
 
Arial;mso-bidi-font-family:Arial'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>a.<span
 
style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span></span></span><![endif]>Verify
 
the installation procedure is in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommended
 
installation procedure. </p>
 
 
<p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpLast style='margin-left:.25in;mso-add-space:auto;
 
text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo9;tab-stops:list .25in'><![if !supportLists]><span
 
style='mso-fareast-font-family:Arial;mso-bidi-font-family:Arial'><span
 
style='mso-list:Ignore'>7.<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
</span></span></span><![endif]>Contact residents and businesses if there will be
 
temporary access restrictions. </p>
 
 
<p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-no-proof:yes'><v:shape id="_x0000_i1028"
 
type="#_x0000_t75" style='width:455.25pt;height:444pt;visibility:visible;
 
mso-wrap-style:square'>
 
<v:imagedata src="308%20-%20Geosynthetics%20for%20Base_files/image007.png"
 
  o:title=""/>
 
</v:shape></span></p>
 
 
<p class=MsoCaption>Sample General Certification of Test Results</p>
 
 
<h1 style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span
 
style='mso-fareast-font-family:Arial;mso-bidi-font-family:Arial'><span
 
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</span></span></span><![endif]>Construction</h1>
 
 
<p class=MsoNormal>Geosynthetic materials come in rolls and are ready for
 
installation. The surface should be properly prepared as shown on the plans, noted
 
in the specifications, or as directed by the Engineer, before placing the
 
geosynthetic layer. To prevent undue exposure or damage to the materials, the
 
Contractor should place only the amount required for immediately pending work. </p>
 
 
<p class=MsoNormal>Construction equipment is prohibited from running directly
 
on the material. The Contractor should stage their work such that aggregate
 
placement will allow construction equipment the ability to spread the aggregate
 
over the material as the work progresses. </p>
 
 
<p class=MsoNormal>The Contractor should regularly inspect the geosynthetic
 
layer after placement to ensure no visible damage has been done to it during
 
unwrapping and placement procedures.</p>
 
 
<h2 style='mso-list:l0 level2 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span
 
style='mso-fareast-font-family:Arial;mso-bidi-font-family:Arial'><span
 
style='mso-list:Ignore'>5.1<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
</span></span></span><![endif]>Geotextile Fabric</h2>
 
 
<p class=MsoNormal>The Contractor should place geotextile fabric in direct
 
contact with the soil below in accordance with the manufacturer’s installation
 
guidelines. Placement should commence from the downstream location and continue
 
upstream. Refer to the profile sheets of the plans to determine flow direction
 
for the roadway. All wrinkles or waves developed during placement should be
 
eliminated. The Inspector should verify all seams are shingle-lapped a minimum
 
of 2 feet for both longitudinal and transverse seams. At the stage line,
 
additional material may need to be placed to allow for the required overlap
 
once the subsequent stage has begun. If the Contractor elects to stitch the
 
seam together, they should follow the manufacturer’s <span class=GramE>recommendations</span>
 
and the seam should face upwards for inspection purposes. The Inspector should
 
verify stitching of seams is not completed with nylon thread. Ensure the field
 
or factory seams meet the minimum grab tensile strength for the application in
 
accordance with ASTM D4632/D4632M. Any damage or tears to the geotextile fabric
 
during placement must be repaired by the Contractor in accordance with the
 
manufacturer’s recommendations at no expense to the contract. Typically, the
 
repair patch will extend a minimum of 3 feet beyond the damaged area. </p>
 
 
<p class=MsoNormal style='page-break-after:avoid'><span style='mso-no-proof:
 
yes'><v:shape id="Picture_x0020_8" o:spid="_x0000_i1027" type="#_x0000_t75"
 
alt="A construction site with many vehicles&#10;&#10;Description automatically generated with medium confidence"
 
style='width:477.75pt;height:212.25pt;visibility:visible;mso-wrap-style:square'>
 
<v:imagedata src="308%20-%20Geosynthetics%20for%20Base_files/image008.jpg"
 
  o:title="A construction site with many vehicles&#10;&#10;Description automatically generated with medium confidence"
 
  cropbottom="37532f" cropright="18215f"/>
 
</v:shape></span></p>
 
 
<p class=MsoCaption>Geotextile Fabric, Installation</p>
 
 
<p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-no-proof:yes'><v:shape id="Picture_x0020_1"
 
o:spid="_x0000_i1026" type="#_x0000_t75" style='width:7in;height:239.25pt;
 
visibility:visible;mso-wrap-style:square'>
 
<v:imagedata src="308%20-%20Geosynthetics%20for%20Base_files/image009.png"
 
  o:title=""/>
 
</v:shape></span></p>
 
 
<p class=MsoCaption>Typical Repair Detail</p>
 
 
<h2 style='mso-list:l0 level2 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span
 
style='mso-fareast-font-family:Arial;mso-bidi-font-family:Arial'><span
 
style='mso-list:Ignore'>5.2<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
</span></span></span><![endif]>Geogrid</h2>
 
 
<p class=MsoNormal>The Contractor will unroll the geogrid parallel to the
 
roadway centerline, and in accordance with the manufacturer’s installation
 
guidelines. Verification the strength axis of the geogrid is placed in
 
accordance with the manufacturer’s guidelines is key to the functionality of
 
the geogrid. Failure to do so could cause the geogrid not to perform its
 
intended purpose. They should anchor the geosynthetic material in place,
 
eliminate wrinkles or waves, and overlap adjacent rolls a minimum of 2 feet, or
 
according to manufacturer guidelines. <a name="_Hlk156553987">The Inspector should
 
verify the geogrid is taut prior to placement of the subsequent aggregate
 
layer. To assist in tensioning the geogrid, placement of the subsequent
 
aggregate layer must proceed from the centerline of the geogrid and be placed
 
outward whenever possible. The Contractor should verify any wrinkles that
 
developed during aggregate placement are flattened prior to being covered. A
 
minimum of 6 inches of the subsequent aggregate layer should be placed over the
 
geogrid before allowing construction vehicles on the geogrid. </a></p>
 
 
<p class=MsoNormal style='page-break-after:avoid'><span style='mso-bookmark:
 
_Hlk156553987'><span style='mso-no-proof:yes'><v:shape id="Picture_x0020_10"
 
o:spid="_x0000_i1025" type="#_x0000_t75" alt="A road with rocks and gravel&#10;&#10;Description automatically generated with medium confidence"
 
style='width:483pt;height:273.75pt;visibility:visible;mso-wrap-style:square'>
 
<v:imagedata src="308%20-%20Geosynthetics%20for%20Base_files/image010.jpg"
 
  o:title="A road with rocks and gravel&#10;&#10;Description automatically generated with medium confidence"/>
 
</v:shape></span></span></p>
 
 
<p class=MsoCaption><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk156553987'>Biaxial Geogrid,
 
Installed</span></p>
 
 
<span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk156553987'></span>
 
 
<h2 style='mso-list:l0 level2 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><strong><span
 
style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-fareast-font-family:Arial;mso-bidi-font-weight:
 
normal'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>5.3<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
</span></span></span></strong><![endif]><strong><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;
 
mso-bidi-font-family:"Times New Roman";mso-bidi-theme-font:major-bidi;
 
mso-bidi-font-weight:normal'>Aggregate or Granular Material Placement<o:p></o:p></span></strong></h2>
 
 
<p class=MsoNormal>After the Contractor places the geosynthetic material, they
 
are to spread and shape the subsequent layer of aggregate or granular material
 
to create a stable work platform before compaction. Additional aggregate or
 
granular material may be placed, as required by applicable sections, and
 
compacted. All ruts should be filled with additional aggregate or granular
 
material and compacted before placing each subsequent layer. Some deformation
 
of the geosynthetic material will occur during aggregate installation as the
 
materials interlock together. Minor waviness is acceptable <span class=GramE>as
 
long as</span> it is not bunched or pinched as aggregate is placed. Bunching or
 
pinching will lead to damage or reduced performance of the geosynthetic
 
material. To reduce waviness and prevent bunching and pinching, the Contractor should
 
ensure the geosynthetic is placed taut prior to placing aggregate on it.<span
 
style='mso-spacerun:yes'>  </span></p>
 
 
<h1 style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span
 
style='mso-fareast-font-family:Arial;mso-bidi-font-family:Arial'><span
 
style='mso-list:Ignore'>6<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
</span></span></span><![endif]>Inspection &amp; Testing</h1>
 
 
<h2 style='mso-list:l0 level2 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><strong><span
 
style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-fareast-font-family:Arial;mso-bidi-font-weight:
 
normal'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>6.1<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
</span></span></span></strong><![endif]><strong><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;
 
mso-bidi-font-family:"Times New Roman";mso-bidi-theme-font:major-bidi;
 
mso-bidi-font-weight:normal'>Inspection Procedures<o:p></o:p></span></strong></h2>
 
 
<p class=MsoNormal style='margin-bottom:6.0pt;background:white'><span
 
style='font-size:10.5pt;mso-fareast-font-family:"Times New Roman";mso-bidi-font-family:
 
Arial;color:#202122;mso-font-kerning:0pt;mso-ligatures:none'>The Inspector
 
should utilize, at a minimum, the following tools to perform the required
 
inspection:<o:p></o:p></span></p>
 
 
<p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst style='margin-left:.25in;mso-add-space:auto;
 
text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l11 level1 lfo10;tab-stops:list .25in'><![if !supportLists]><span
 
style='font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family:
 
Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
</span></span></span><![endif]>100-foot tape measure or longer</p>
 
 
<p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:.25in;mso-add-space:
 
auto;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l11 level1 lfo10;tab-stops:list .25in'><![if !supportLists]><span
 
style='font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family:
 
Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
</span></span></span><![endif]>25-foot tape measure</p>
 
 
<p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:.25in;mso-add-space:
 
auto;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l11 level1 lfo10;tab-stops:list .25in'><![if !supportLists]><span
 
style='font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family:
 
Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
</span></span></span><![endif]>Measuring wheel</p>
 
 
<p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:.25in;mso-add-space:
 
auto;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l11 level1 lfo10;tab-stops:list .25in'><![if !supportLists]><span
 
style='font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family:
 
Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
</span></span></span><![endif]>6-foot stick ruler</p>
 
 
<p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:.25in;mso-add-space:
 
auto;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l11 level1 lfo10;tab-stops:list .25in'><![if !supportLists]><span
 
style='font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family:
 
Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
</span></span></span><![endif]>4-foot level</p>
 
 
<p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:.25in;mso-add-space:
 
auto;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l11 level1 lfo10;tab-stops:list .25in'><![if !supportLists]><span
 
style='font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family:
 
Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
</span></span></span><![endif]>Working plans</p>
 
 
<p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpLast style='margin-left:.25in;mso-add-space:auto;
 
text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l11 level1 lfo10;tab-stops:list .25in'><![if !supportLists]><span
 
style='font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family:
 
Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
</span></span></span><![endif]>Camera </p>
 
 
<p class=MsoNormal>Verify the product is the correct type as shown on the plans
 
and noted in the specifications. Check the material for damage and defects
 
prior to installation. During installation watch for proper overlap at edges
 
and ends. Ensure the geotextile is flat and wrinkles and/or waves have been
 
removed except as noted above. During aggregate or granular material placement,
 
confirm the material does not move and that the overlap is not impacted by the
 
operation.</p>
 
 
<h2 style='mso-list:l0 level2 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><strong><span
 
style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-fareast-font-family:Arial;mso-bidi-font-weight:
 
normal'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>6.2<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
</span></span></span></strong><![endif]><strong><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;
 
mso-bidi-font-family:"Times New Roman";mso-bidi-theme-font:major-bidi;
 
mso-bidi-font-weight:normal'>Testing<o:p></o:p></span></strong></h2>
 
 
<p class=MsoNormal>Geosynthetic materials must be tested according to the <a
 
href="https://www.michigan.gov/mdot/-/media/Project/Websites/MDOT/Business/Construction/Materials-Quality-Assurance-Procedures/2023-MQAP-Final-Links.pdf?rev=67f395ebd7dd49eeaf8061226ef47efd&amp;hash=A1CA9FFDE08C78A232A52DACA633D1BE">Materials
 
Quality Assurance Procedures (MQAP) Manual</a> prior to installation on the
 
project. The Inspector should work with the testing agency to obtain a sample
 
prior to installation of the material. Geotextiles must be unwrapped one full
 
roll circumference prior to sampling. All samples must be rolled and not folded
 
during shipment to prevent creases in the fabric. </p>
 
 
<h3 style='mso-list:l0 level3 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><strong><span
 
style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-fareast-font-family:Arial;mso-bidi-font-weight:
 
normal'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>6.2.1<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
</span></span></span></strong><![endif]><strong><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;
 
mso-bidi-font-family:"Times New Roman";mso-bidi-theme-font:major-bidi;
 
mso-bidi-font-weight:normal'>Geotextile Fabric<o:p></o:p></span></strong></h3>
 
 
<p class=MsoNormal>Geotextile fabric testing is required for the first 500 to
 
1,500 <span class=SpellE>syd</span>, then one test for every additional 4,000
 
to 25,000 <span class=SpellE>syd</span>, depending on the work item. Geotextile
 
fabric may be accepted by visual inspection (VI) for a <b>maximum</b> of 500 <span
 
class=SpellE>syd</span> per material per project. It is recommended to
 
anticipate 28 calendar days for testing of geosynthetic material. Appropriate
 
sampling time must be considered to prevent delay during construction. The Contractor
 
should be encouraged to get their geosynthetic materials delivered to the site
 
as soon as possible to allow for sampling and testing to be performed. </p>
 
 
<h3 style='mso-list:l0 level3 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><strong><span
 
style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-fareast-font-family:Arial;mso-bidi-font-weight:
 
normal'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>6.2.2<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
</span></span></span></strong><![endif]><strong><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;
 
mso-bidi-font-family:"Times New Roman";mso-bidi-theme-font:major-bidi;
 
mso-bidi-font-weight:normal'>Geogrid<o:p></o:p></span></strong></h3>
 
 
<p class=MsoNormal>One test per lot per shipment is required for biaxial
 
geogrid. <b><o:p></o:p></b></p>
 
 
<h1 style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span
 
style='mso-fareast-font-family:Arial;mso-bidi-font-family:Arial'><span
 
style='mso-list:Ignore'>7<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
</span></span></span><![endif]>Measurement, Documentation &amp; Payment</h1>
 
 
<h2 style='mso-list:l0 level2 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><strong><span
 
style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-fareast-font-family:Arial;mso-bidi-font-weight:
 
normal'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>7.1<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
</span></span></span></strong><![endif]><strong><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;
 
mso-bidi-font-family:"Times New Roman";mso-bidi-theme-font:major-bidi;
 
mso-bidi-font-weight:normal'>Measurement and Payment<o:p></o:p></span></strong></h2>
 
 
<p class=MsoNormal>Measure the geotextile fabric and geogrid in place to the
 
limits shown on the plans. The unit of payment is square yard.</p>
 
 
<h2 style='mso-list:l0 level2 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><strong><span
 
style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-fareast-font-family:Arial;mso-bidi-font-weight:
 
normal'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>7.2<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
</span></span></span></strong><![endif]><strong><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;
 
mso-bidi-font-family:"Times New Roman";mso-bidi-theme-font:major-bidi;
 
mso-bidi-font-weight:normal'>Documentation Requirements <o:p></o:p></span></strong></h2>
 
 
<p class=MsoNormal>The Daily Work Report (DWR) should show the Inspector’s measurements,
 
computations, and supporting documentation verifying the quantity submitted for
 
payment. All materials used must be VI by the Inspector and noted on the DWR.</p>
 
 
<p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:black;mso-color-alt:windowtext;
 
background:white'>The Inspector should note in the remarks section of the DWR
 
the condition of the base material, material verification, and equipment used
 
for the delivery, placement of the geosynthetic material, and placement of
 
aggregate.</span></p>
 
 
<p class=MsoNormal><strong><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;
 
mso-bidi-font-family:"Times New Roman";mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-bidi;
 
font-weight:normal'>The </span></strong><a
 
href="https://mdotwiki.state.mi.us/images_construction/5/56/Documentation_Guide_2022_Final_04062022.pdf">MDOT
 
Documentation Guide</a><strong><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;
 
mso-bidi-font-family:"Times New Roman";mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-bidi;
 
font-weight:normal'> provides additional information.</span></strong></p>
 
 
<h1 style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span
 
style='mso-fareast-font-family:Arial;mso-bidi-font-family:Arial'><span
 
style='mso-list:Ignore'>8<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
</span></span></span><![endif]>Local Agency Projects</h1>
 
 
<p class=MsoNormal>Reserved</p>
 
 
<h1 style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span
 
style='mso-fareast-font-family:Arial;mso-bidi-font-family:Arial'><span
 
style='mso-list:Ignore'>9<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
</span></span></span><![endif]>Rail Projects</h1>
 
 
<p class=MsoNormal>Reserved</p>
 
 
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