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    Airport aspahlt mix

    What is known as airport mix? Is it Concrete?
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    Dense Graded Aggregate vs. Crushed Stone for Sidewalk Construction

    What granular sub-base material placed on top of the prepared subgrade is the best cushion for uniform support by bridging over minor subgrade defects for sidewalk construction? 3/4" Dense Graded Aggregate or 3/4" Crushed Stone? Is the use of crushed stone a better way to diminish the...
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    Asphalt and Fuel Price Adjustments for NJ DOT

    Does anyone know about Asphalt and Fuel Price Adjustments for New Jersey DOT When using the Asphalt and Fuel Price Adjustments for estimating purposes can be calculated with the Fuel and Asphalt Price Adjustment Spreadsheet. The DENSE GRADED AGGREGATE BASE COURSE, 6" THICK (SY) has a G value...
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    Purpose of coal-tar-pitch varnish on Manholes Castings

    Many specifications require all castings shall be carefully coated, inside and out, with coal-tar-pitch varnish. Asphaltic base paints contain organic compounds (VOC), which evaoprate and contribute to air pollution. In order to comply with US EPA regulations, many casting companies have...
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    Floatation of a Subsurface Detention\Retention Bed

    Hi All, I am currently working on Subsurface Detention\Retention Bed that is located on property in the 100-yr. floodplain. The reviewing Engineer has requested calculations for assurances the facility is designed to resist floatation during a 100 yr. storm event. Please can anyone advise me...
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    Underground Stormwater Storage

    What is the best way to provide underground stormwater with a high groundwater table?
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    Sanitary Sewers in Floodplain

    Does anyone know where I can find some design standards for flood-proofing of saniatry sewer line. To prevent flood water from elevating the system, to prevent cracks, leakage, and vegetation getting inside.
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    Stormwater Management in Floodplains

    What are the pros and cons of placing a stormwater runoff control facility within a floodplain? ie, such as an infiltration bed.

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