Geotechnical Report

Geotechnical Data Reports are required to contain the following minimum information:
  • Project information
  • Dates
  • Site map with boring locations
  • Site geolog
  • Drilling and sampling methods
  • Boring location table with coordinates and depths
  • Boring logs with in-situ results and depths and sample types of soil for lab testing
  • Photolog of any rock core recovered from borings
  • Lab testing summary and individual test results
  • Groundwater measurements during drilling or from piezometer installation
  • Signed and sealed by engineer responsible for the investigation
See Chapter 5 for Geotechnical Design Report requirements for both drilled shaft and driven pile foundation design. See Chapter 7 for Geotechnical Design Report requirements for retaining wall design.