Soil Testing for Construction

Soil Testing for Construction What is Soil Testing? Soil testing is an essential part of pre-construction to determine the properties and characteristics of the soil at a construction site. A series of tests are used in conjunction with each other to help engineers...

Chemical Uses in Soil Treatment

Chemical Uses in Soil Treatment Soil treatment stands as a foundational practice in civil construction projects and environmental remediation endeavors. It involves the adjustment of soil properties to ensure suitability for specific applications. Whether you’re...

Dealing with Expansive Soils in Construction

Dealing with Expansive Soils in Construction When it comes to construction projects, one of the most significant challenges that engineers and builders encounter is the presence of expansive soils. Expansive soils, also known as shrink-swell soils, have the ability to...

Coal Ash Pond Remediation

Coal Ash Pond Remediation Coal Ash Pond EPA Regulation History After a catastrophic spill in December of 2008 that flooded over three hundred acres of land with coal combustion residuals (CCR), the United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) proposed...