When constructing a modular block wall the contractor shall perform the necessary work to verify that the foundation is at the correct elevation that the wall is constructed to the correct alignment and that the work is in accordance with the specified tolerances.
Modular block retaining wall specifications.
Precast concrete modular block pmb retaining wall with or without geosynthetic reinforcement.
Astm c1372 standard specification for segmental retaining wall.
Precast modular block retaining wall blocks under this section shall be cast utilizing a wet cast concrete mix and exhibit a final handling weight in excess of 1 000 pounds 450 kg per unit.
Segmental retaining walls are modular block retaining walls used for vertical grade change applications.
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Section 105 after line 48 insert as follows.
Lock load is the largest hand placed retaining wall product available.
Modular block retaining wall blocks under this section shall be cast utilizing a wet cast concrete mix and exhibit a final handling weight in excess of 1 000 pounds 450 kg per unit.
Follow the block manufacturer s instructions for wall height limits.
Avoid having downspouts pointed at the retaining wall and if it s against the house keep soil and mulch well below the siding.
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The interlocking retaining wall block can be used to build walls up to 24 to 36 inches high depending on the size of the block.
1 2 applicable sections of related work.
Standard specification for segmental retaining wall units astm c 1372 04e2.
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1 1 work includes furnishing and installing modular concrete block retaining wall units to the lines and grades designated on the construction drawings and as specified herein.
The standard specifications are revised as follows.
Priced competitively with modular block but with the flexibility of wire faced walls this one of a kind modular cantilever unit provides structural capacity of similar wet cast panel and big block walls.
The work shall consist of furnishing materials labor equipment and supervision for.
For a detailed discussion of design and analysis parameters the design manual for segmental retaining walls ref.
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