Report No: RGT12-018

Date : 20/02/2012

CONTENTS 1 Introduction 1.1 General Geology of the Area 2 3 Project and Site Description Field Work 3.1 Standard Penetration Test 4 Laboratory Testing 4.1 Determination of Particle Size Distribution 4.2 Chemical Analysis 5 Sub-surface Conditions 5.1 Sub-surface Lithology 5.2 Ground Water 6 Recommendations 6.1 Allowable Bearing Pressures(Shallow foundations) 6.2 Excavations 6.3 Foundation settlements 7 Foundation Concrete

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Appendix A Appendix B Appendix C Appendix D

: Site Location Map : Borehole Logs : Laboratory Testing : Chemical Standard

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1. INTRODUCTION On the request of M/s. Erga Progress on behalf of the owner, a site investigation work has been carried out by Universal Soil Testing Laboratory for the proposed project. The main object of investigation was to determine the sub-surface conditions at the proposed site and to provide necessary geotechnical information to aid the structural engineer in designing their foundation. This report presents the general characteristics and variability of the ground, ground water conditions and the conclusions of the of the geotechnical investigation. The scope of work include preliminary site visit to collect information about the present site conditions, drilling of boreholes up to required depth and sampling disturbed and undisturbed samples, Performing the necessary field and laboratory testing on samples, Obtaining the subsurface lithology of the site and ground water conditions and developing conclusions and recommendations on the basis of discussion and observations. 1.1 General Geology of the Area The deposits of the United Arab Emirates coastline and the floor of the Arabian Gulf are of mostly Pleistocene or recent in age. Dubai is a place where a hot arid climate prevails. Average annual rainfall may only be a few centimeters and the summer shade temperatures are frequently in excess 40C. The contrast between night and day temperatures and night and day humidity is often high. 'Desert' is a geologically recent feature, the result of prolonged sub-aerial erosion and deposition in an arid environment. Most of the surface of the present day UAE is a sand desert, stretching from the Arabian Gulf Coast south to the unbroken and uninhabited sands of the Empty Quarter and east to the gravel plains bordering the Hajar Mountains. At Dubai and Sharjah coastline is dissected by channels or creeks and consists of a beach dune complex with development of Subkha plains in the hinterland at the head of the creeks. Recent sediments overlying aeolian carbonate sandstone are therefore generally encountered with occasional development of bioclastic limestone. The surface level of the sandstone varies appreciably over the area being exposed at the ground level in some localities in Dubai and occurring at depths of up to ten or twelve meters elsewhere. Towards Sharjah the sandstone passes literally into sand with cemented and sandstone layers, which is encountered to the depth of penetration of normal site investigation boreholes. 2. PROJECT & SITE DESCRIPTION The proposed project consist a G+1 Villa. The site is located on Plot No. RO.082(refer Appendix A) at Dubai Land, Dubai-UAE. The plot covers approximately an area of 625.44m 2. At the time of investigation, the site area was flat and vacant. The plot is bordered with vacant plots and paved roads. Site levels are related to temporary bench mark established at the adjacent paved road level (Access Road).

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3. FIELD WORK The execution of field Work on the site commenced on 12/02/2012 and the work completed on 16/02/2012. The borehole points were shown and identified by the client as depicted in the site plan presented in Appendix A. Two (2) boreholes were drilled up to a depth of 15.5m each using cable percussion techniques (Rig No. : RM-03) as per BS 5930: 1999, Code of practice for site Investigations. 3.1 SPT (Standard Penetration Test) In order to determine the relative density of the strata, SPT (standard penetration tests) were carried out at every half meter interval up to the depth of 3.0m and there after at every one meter interval up to the required investigation depth. SPT tests were performed in accordance with BS1377:1990 Part 9 AMD8264-95, Determination of Penetration Resistance Using Split Barrel Sampler (SPT). The test consists of driving a 50mm external diameter thick walled sampler into soil using 63.5kg hammer falling freely from a height of 760mm. The number of blows required to achieve a penetration of 300mm, after an initial seating drive of 150mm is recorded and termed as "N Value". Disturbed split spoon samples from the boreholes were also collected and examined through the SPT tests. All the results of the site work are logged in the attached borehole logs in Appendix B. 4. LABORATORY TESTING Laboratory tests were carried out on selected samples recovered from the borehole in order to determine the physical and chemical properties. The results of laboratory tests are presented in Appendix C. 4.1 Determination of Particle size Distribution Selected soil samples were mechanically analyzed for classification and comparison purposes. Tests were carried out in accordance with BS 1377 Part 2: 1990 Clause. 9.2 and the results are presented in Appendix C of this report. 4.2 Chemical Analysis Soil samples from the borehole were selected and given to another independent laboratory for the determination of chloride content, sulphate content and pH value. The results are presented in Appendix C. Chemical analyses were performed as per the following standards. BS 1377 Part 3 : 1990 Clause 5 - Determination of sulphate content BS 1377 Part 3 : 1990 Clause 7 - Determination of chloride content BS 1377 Part 3 : 1990 Clause 9 - Determination of pH value

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5. SUBSURFACE CONDITIONS The findings of the borehole were generally consistent with the anticipated geology of the site. 5.1 Sub-surface lithology The nature of sub surface lithology as encountered by borehole drilling is summarized below
Borehole # 1 Depth (m) 0.0 0.5 0.5 3.0 3.0 4.0 4.0 12.0 12.0 15.5 Borehole # 2 Depth (m) 0.0 0.5 0.5 3.0 3.0 4.0 4.0 12.0 12.0 15.5 Description of Strata Light brown, silty, fine grained SAND. Medium dense to dense, light brown, silty, fine grained SAND. Very dense, brown, silty, fine grained SAND with rare gypsum. Very dense, brown, silty, fine grained CEMENTED SAND. Very dense, reddish brown, silty, fine to medium grained CEMENTED SAND with occasional conglomerate pieces. Description of Strata Light brown, silty, fine grained SAND. Medium dense, light brown, silty, fine grained SAND. Very dense, brown, silty, fine grained SAND with rare gypsum. Very dense, brown, silty, fine grained CEMENTED SAND. Very dense, reddish brown, silty, fine to medium grained CEMENTED SAND with occasional conglomerate pieces.

5.2 Ground Water Observations concerning ground water were made during drilling and at completion of the field work. Measurements of ground water levels were taken on the next day of drilling completion of each borehole. Measured ground water table may be expected to vary due to the seasonal and tidal fluctuations or any dewatering in the vicinity.
Ground Water table on the boreholes Borehole No. BH 1 BH 2 Drilled Depth (m) 15.5 15.5 Ground Water level (m) 8.80 8.70

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6. RECOMMENDATIONS Based on the test results and discussion, our recommendations are provided for the foundation design and construction. 6.1 Allowable Bearing Pressures (Shallow Foundations)
6.1.1 Isolated/Strip at level 1.0m to 1.5m below

The foundation depth may vary according to the architectural requirement. However, the foundations can be placed at a minimum depth of 1.0m below the Adjacent Paved Road (Access Road) Level. Prior to construction, the top soil has to be excavated to at least 1.0m depth below the Road Level. The excavated ground shall be inspected by an experienced engineer and if any soft spots are encountered shall be removed and replaced with well compacted granular materials. The founding level at this layer shall be tested for in-situ density of not less than 95% of its MDD. Covering with a layer of concrete blinding should then protect the top surface. Based on the standard penetration tests, practical experience and the empirical equations developed by Terzaghi, Meyerhof and Bowels, below mentioned allowable bearing pressures were determined considering shallow foundation at the above specified depth. Foundation Isolated/Strip up to max. width 3.0m Isolated/Strip of 3.0-5.0m width Bearing Capacity 130 kN/m 120 kN/m

6.1.2 Isolated/Strip or Raft at level 3.0m to 4.0m below

The foundation depth may vary according to the architectural requirement. However, the foundations can be placed at a minimum depth of 3.0m below the Adjacent Paved Road (Access Road) Level. Prior to construction, the top soil has to be excavated to at least 3.20m depth below the Road Level. The excavated ground shall be inspected by an experienced engineer and if any soft spots are encountered shall be removed and replaced with well compacted granular materials. Place at least one layer of granular road base material of compacted thickness 0.20m at the foundation formation layer. The founding level at this layer shall be tested for in-situ density of not less than 98% of its MDD. Covering with a layer of concrete blinding should then protect the top surface. Foundation Isolated/Strip up to 5.0m width Raft Foundation Bearing Capacity 160kN/m 170 kN/m Modulus of Sub grade k value 17850 kN/m 3

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APPENDIX A
SITE LOCATION MAP

APPENDIX B
BOREHOLE LOGS

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Borehole Log
Request No. : QGT12-018 Client : M/s. Erga Progress Eng. & Consultants Project : Proposed G+1 Villa Location : Plot No. RO.082, Dubailand, Dubai-UAE Ground Level : Flat Drilling Started on : 12/02/2012 Drilling Completed on : 13/02/2012 Core Dia : Not Applicable
Depth Water Sample Level Type (m)
0

Borehole No. : 1 Borehole Depth (m) : 15.5 Co-ordinates : Not Given Drilling Method : Light cable Percussion Drilling Fluid : Water Depth of Casing Used (m) : 3.0 Inside Dia of Casing(mm) : 150 Core Barrel : Not Applicable
Core Recovery TCR SCR RQD

Standard Penetration Test (No. of blows) 150mm 150mm 150mm N' Values

Strata Symbol

Strata Description Light brown, silty, fine grained SAND.

0.5

SPT

12

20

0.5m Medium dense, light brown, silty, fine grained SAND.

SPT

11

19

30

1.5

SPT

10

13

23

SPT

11

20

2.5

SPT

10

12

22

3.0m
3

SPT

18

47

3/5

50/155mm

Very dense, brown, silty, fine grained SAND with rare gypsum.

3.5

4.0m
4

SPT

25/95

50/100

50/100mm

Very dense, brown, silty, fine grained CEMENTED SAND.

4.5

SPT

25/100

50/105

50/105mm

5.5

SPT

25/110

50/80

50/80mm

6.5

SPT

25/90

50/85

50/85mm

7.5

SPT

25/80

50/70

50/70mm

8.5

SPT

25/70

50/95

50/95mm

9.5

10

SPT

25/85

50/80

50/80mm

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TCR : Total core recovery SCR : Solid core recovery RQD : Rock quality designation

Ground Water Level (m) : 8.8 Remarks : None

Form No. : FGT-01

Date & Time of Water Level Measured : 13/02/2012 @ 10.00am Driller Name : Raju
Issue : 01/01.03.2007 Rev. : 01/26.05.2009

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Borehole Log
Request No. : QGT12-018 Client : M/s. Erga Progress Eng. & Consultants Project : Proposed G+1 Villa Location : Plot No. RO.082, Dubailand, Dubai-UAE Ground Level : Flat Drilling Started on : 12/02/2012 Drilling Completed on : 13/02/2012 Core Dia : Not Applicable
Depth Water Sample Level Type (m)
10.5

Borehole No. : 1 Borehole Depth (m) : 15.5 Co-ordinates : Not Given Drilling Method : Light cable Percussion Drilling Fluid : Water Depth of Casing Used (m) : 3.0 Inside Dia of Casing(mm) : 150 Core Barrel : Not Applicable
Core Recovery TCR SCR RQD

Standard Penetration Test (No. of blows) 150mm 150mm 150mm N' Values

Strata Symbol

Strata Description

11

SPT

25/90

50/65

50/65mm

11.5

12

SPT

25/80

50/70

50/70mm

12.5

12.0m Very dense, reddish brown, silty, fine to medium grained CEMENTED SAND with occasional conglomerate pieces.

13

SPT

25/60

50/50

50/50mm

13.5

14

SPT

25/55

50/55

50/55mm

14.5

15

SPT

25/40

50/35

50/35mm

End of borehole 15.5m

15.5

TCR : Total core recovery

SCR : Solid core recovery

RQD : Rock quality designation

Ground Water Level (m) : 8.8 Remarks : None

Form No. : FGT-01

Date & Time of Water Level Measured : 13/02/2012 @ 10.00am Driller Name : Raju
Issue : 01/01.03.2007 Rev. : 01/26.05.2009

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Borehole Log
Request No. : QGT12-018 Client : M/s. Erga Progress Eng. & Consultants Project : Proposed G+1 Villa Location : Plot No. RO.082, Dubailand, Dubai-UAE Ground Level : Flat Drilling Started on : 15/02/2012 Drilling Completed on : 16/02/2012 Core Dia : Not Applicable
Depth Water Sample Level Type (m)
0

Borehole No. : 2 Borehole Depth (m) : 15.5 Co-ordinates : Not Given Drilling Method : Light cable Percussion Drilling Fluid : Water Depth of Casing Used (m) : 3.0 Inside Dia of Casing(mm) : 150 Core Barrel : Not Applicable
Core Recovery TCR SCR RQD

Standard Penetration Test (No. of blows) 150mm 150mm 150mm N' Values

Strata Symbol

Strata Description Light brown, silty, fine grained SAND.

0.5

SPT

16

0.5m Medium dense to dense, light brown, silty, fine grained SAND.

SPT

13

22

1.5

SPT

11

14

25

SPT

12

15

27

2.5

SPT

14

20

34

3.0m
3

SPT

16

21

29/115

50/265mm

Very dense, brown, silty, fine grained SAND with rare gypsum.

3.5

4.0m
4

SPT

22

38

12/30

50/180mm

Very dense, brown, silty, fine grained CEMENTED SAND.

4.5

SPT

25/145

41

9/15

50/165mm

5.5

SPT

25/130

50/135

50/135mm

6.5

SPT

25/95

50/120

50/120mm

7.5

SPT

25/85

50/100

50/100mm

8.5

SPT

25/100

50/130

50/130mm

9.5

10

SPT

25/80

50/95

50/95mm

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TCR : Total core recovery SCR : Solid core recovery RQD : Rock quality designation

Ground Water Level (m) : 8.7 Remarks : None

Form No. : FGT-01

Date & Time of Water Level Measured : 16/02/2012 @ 12.40pm Driller Name : Raju
Issue : 01/01.03.2007 Rev. : 01/26.05.2009

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Borehole Log
Request No. : QGT12-018 Client : M/s. Erga Progress Eng. & Consultants Project : Proposed G+1 Villa Location : Plot No. RO.082, Dubailand, Dubai-UAE Ground Level : Flat Drilling Started on : 15/02/2012 Drilling Completed on : 16/02/2012 Core Dia : Not Applicable
Depth Water Sample Level Type (m)
10.5

Borehole No. : 2 Borehole Depth (m) : 15.5 Co-ordinates : Not Given Drilling Method : Light cable Percussion Drilling Fluid : Water Depth of Casing Used (m) : 3.0 Inside Dia of Casing(mm) : 150 Core Barrel : Not Applicable
Core Recovery TCR SCR RQD

Standard Penetration Test (No. of blows) 150mm 150mm 150mm N' Values

Strata Symbol

Strata Description

11

SPT

25/55

50/80

50/80mm

11.5

12

SPT

25/45

50/55

50/55mm

12.5

12.0m Very dense, reddish brown, silty, fine to medium grained CEMENTED SAND with occasional conglomerate pieces.

13

SPT

25/80

50/85

50/85mm

13.5

14

SPT

25/55

50/40

50/40mm

14.5

15

SPT

25/40

50/45

50/45mm

End of borehole 15.5m

15.5

TCR : Total core recovery

SCR : Solid core recovery

RQD : Rock quality designation

Ground Water Level (m) : 8.7 Remarks : None

Form No. : FGT-01

Date & Time of Water Level Measured : 16/02/2012 @ 12.40pm Driller Name : Raju
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LABORATORY TESTING

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REPORT ON PARTICLE SIZE DISTRIBUTION

Request No. Sample No. Location Sample Size (g) Sample Description : QGT12-018 : SGT12-018/01-1.5 : Plot No. RO.082, Dubailand, Dubai-UAE : 562.8 : Sand Borehole No. : 1 Depth (m) Source : 1.5 : Site

Sampling Method Initial Sample Preparation Test specimen Preparation Test Method Test Method Variation Remarks Date Tested Tested By

: BS 5930 Cls 22 : BS 1377 Part 1 : 1990 Cls 7.3 and 7.4.5 : BS 1377 Part 2 : 1990 Cls 9.2.3 : BS 1377 Part 2 : 1990 Cls 9.2.4 : None : None : 12-14/02/2012 : AN

TEST RESULTS

TEST SIEVE SIZE( mm) 1.18 0.600 0.425 0.300 0.212 0.150 0.063

PERCENTAGE PASSING 100 99 99 96 88 69 3

* Results relates only to the items tested. * Reports shall not be reproduced (except in full) without written approval of the laboratory.
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Borehole No.

Sample No.

Depth (m)

BS Classification
silty, fine grained SAND.

SGT12-018/01-1.5
1.5

100

90

80

70

60

50

Percentage Passing

40

30

20

10

0 0.00 0.01 0.10

1.00 BS Sieve aperture Size (mm)

10.00

100.00

1000.00

CLAY
fine medium

SILT
coarse fine

SAND
medium coarse fine

GRAVEL
medium coarse

COBBLE

BOULDERS

%)

0.002

0.006

0.02

0.06

0.2

0.6

2.0

6.0

20

60

200

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REPORT ON CHLORIDE, SULPHATE AND pH IN SOIL SUSPENSION

Request No. Sample No. Location Sample Size (g) Sample Description : QGT12-018 : SGT12-018/01-1.0 : Plot No. RO.82, Dubailand, Dubai-UAE : 500.0 : Sand Borehole No. : 1 Depth (m) Source : 1.0 : Site

Sampling Method Sample Preparation

: BS 5930 Cls 22 : BS 1377 Part 3 : 1990 Cls.7.2.3 Amd.9028-96 (Chloride) : BS 1377 Part 3 : 1990 Cls.5.3 Amd.9028-96 (Sulphate) : BS 1377 Part 3 : 1990 Cls.9.4 Amd.9028-96 (pH Value)

Test Method

: BS 1377 Part 3 : 1990 Cls.7.2 Amd.9028-96 (Water Extraction) (Chloride) : BS 1377 Part 3 : 1990 Cls.5.5 Amd.9028-96 (Water Extraction) (Sulphate) : BS 1377 Part 3 : 1990 Cls.9 Amd.9028-96 (pH Value)

Test Method Variation Remarks Date Tested Tested By

: None : None : 14-18/02/2012

: SC*

TEST RESULTS

Parameter Water Soluble Chloride as ClWater Soluble Sulphate as SO3 pH Value at 200C

Unit

Result

% g/L pH Units

0.01 0.3 8.8

Results relates only to the items tested. Reports shall not be reproduced (except in full) without written approval of the laboratory. * Test was subcontracted.
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APPENDIX D
CHEMICAL STANDARD

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