Geotechnical Trials – Future Residential Development

Our works are almost complete for the construction of two trial surcharge embankments, one with vertical band drains and a trial sewer to support the design of a future residential development. This trial will gather data on ground movement over time to assess:

1️⃣ The rate and amount of initial soil settlement (primary consolidation).
2️⃣ The rate and amount of long-term settlement (creep).
3️⃣ The effectiveness of band drains in speeding up soil settling.

The trial sewer will help test if the proposed deep sewer system can handle the site’s ground conditions before construction, informing the drainage plan for the proposed development.

Thank you to our 〽 team and supply chain partners for the great effort put in on such a challenging project with difficult ground conditions.