HomeMy WebLinkAboutORD 1982-075 ORDINANCE NO. 82-75
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF GRAPEVINE, TEXAS ADOPTING
CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS; REPEALING CON—
FLICTING ORDINANCES; PROVIDING A ���'—
ALTY; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE;
AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
GRAPEVINE, TEXAS :
Section 1 . That the Construction Standards of the City
of Grapevine , Texas, attached hereto and made a part hereof
as Exhibit "A" , are hereby adopted.
Section 2 . That Chapter 20 , Article III , Sections
20-40 through 20-49 r�lating to Construction by Developers
and Chapter 25 , Article II , Sections 25-55 through 25-56
relating to Water & Sewer Construction are hereby repealed.
Section 3. Any person, firm, or corporation violating
any of the provisions of this ordinance shall be deemed
guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction in the Munici-
pal Court, shall be fined in an amount not to exceed the
sum of Two Hundred Dollars ($200 . 00 ) for each offense.
Section 4. If any section, paragraph, subdivision,
clause, phrase, or provisions of this ordinance shall be
judged invalid or unconstitutional , the same shall not
affect the validity of this ordinance as a whole or any
- portion thereof other than that portion so decided to be
invalid or unconstitutional .
Section 5. The fact that a complete document or Con-
struction Standards does not currently exist��creates an
urgency and an emergency and the preservation of the public
health, safety, and welfare requires that this ordinance
shall take effect immediately from and after its passage
and the publication of the caption of said ordinance as the
law and the City Charter in such cases provides .
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
GRAPEVINE, TEXAS on this the 16th day of November, 1982 . .
APPROVED:
Mayor
ATTEST:
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City� Secret y
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGALITY:
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City Attorney
EXHIBIT "A" TO
ORDINANCE NO. 82-75
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QTY OF GRAPEVINE, TEXAS
STANDARDS OF DESIC�I
PASSED AND APPROVED
BY THE
CITY COUNCIL
OF Tf�
CITY OF GRAPE�TIl�, �XAS
NOVII�ER, 1982
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TABLE OF CO1�Ti'II�l'I'S
1. GIIVII2�1L RE�UIRII�]'I'S
1.1 Introduction
1.2 Standards of Design
1.3 Standard Details
1.4 S�ecifications for Construction
1.5 Utilities to be Underground
2. STREEI' SYSTEM
2.1 General
2.2 Street Arrangement
2.3 Horizontal Curve Linutations
2.4 Block Lengths
2.5 Street Intexsections
2.6 Relation to Adjoining Streets -
2.7 Dead IIzd Streets, C�1-de-Sacs and Courts
2.8 Street Right-Of-Way Widths
2.9 Pavement 6Jidths
2.10 Alleys and Alley Widths
2.11 Street Grades
2.12 Pavement Design __
2.13 C1�rb and �ztter
2.14 Parkways, Grades and Sidesaalks
2.15 Street Posts and Markers
2.16 Street Lightr�g
2.17 C�irb Ra�s for Hand.icapped
3. STOI�d DRAIlVA� SYS'7'II�'I
3.1 General
3.2 Stonn Drainage Design Criteria
4. WATER SYSTEM
4.1 General
4.2 Connections to Existing Distribution System
4.3 Locatior. of Facilities
4.4 Service Lines
4,5 rlaterials and Installation
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5. SANITARY SEt+]ER
5.1 General
5.2 Connections to �isting Sewer Collection System
5.3 Location of Facilities
5.4 P-�terials and Installation
5.5 Testing
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TABLE OF CONTENTS, Continued
6. DESIQ�1 STANDARD DRAWIl�IGS
6.1 General
6.2 Availability of City Standards
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1- GIIJERAL REQUIRFfi�V'rS
1.1 Introduction: This Manual - "Standards of Design" - is to
i�lemerit the provisions of the S�.ibdivision Ordinance and to provide for
the orderly, safe, healthy and uniform develog�nt of the area within
the corporate City l�mits and within the area surroundin,q the City.
The Specifications for Construction and the Standard Details supplem�nt
and are made a part of these Standards of Design. These three docturnnts
are to be considered as mi.niirnam requir�nents and it shall be the
responsibility of the subdivider and his agents to determine if more
stringent requirements are necessary. The adherence t:o the requirernents
of these three doc�m�nts and/or the appraval by the City Manager and his
agents of submittal data in no way relieves the subdivider of the
responsibility for adequacy of design, canpleteness of plans and
specifications or the suitability of the co�leted facilities.
The subdivider shall notify the City Ehgineer, iri writing, of any
deviations fr�n the requirements set forth in the Standards of Design,
Specifications for Construction or Standard Detai.ls. Such deviations
�st be approved in writing by the City E,hgineer prior to beginning of
constxuction.
1.2 STF�IDARDS OF DESIQV: The Standards of Design, as adopted by the
City of Grapevine, are set forth herein. These Staridards shall be
considered as a miniirnun requiren�it and it shall be the responsibility
of the subdivider to deterniine if more stsingent requirements are
required for his particular develogn�nt. It is not intended that the
Standarc� of Design caver all aspects of a subdivision. For those
elements omitted, the subdivider will be expected to provide designs and
facilities in accordance with good engineerinq practice and to cause to
be constructed facilities utilizing first class worl�nanship and
materials. It is expected that the Standards of Design will be amencled
at intervals; therefore, developers and their engineers shall verify the
Standards for latest revision.
1.3 STANDA�D DETAIIS: In an effort to have unifozmi.ty and to facilitate
maintenance, the City has adopted standa�l design features for certain
facilities such as manholes, street sections, curb inlets, ra�s for the
handicapped, etc. These requirements are shawn as Standard Details,
which are included in the doc��nts. The Standard Details are included
in the Standards for reference and use by engineers and planners. Any
variations from the Standards shall have �rritten approval by the City.
1.4 SPECIFICATIONS FOR CONSTRUCTION: Specifications for Construction as
adopted by the City of Grapevine are bound as two separate doc�r�ents:
(1) Specifications for Construction - Water Distribution and Sewer Line
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Construction, and (2j Specifications for Construction - Streets and
Drainage. These specifications should be considered as mininnun
requirements and such additional requir�zts as the subdivider may
consider appropriate should be added as supplem�nts.
1.5 INSPECTION OF C`ONSTRUCTIUN BY CITY PE��SONNEZ; A11 const„ruction and
verification of c��liance to the plans and specific�tions shall be
conducted by the City Inspection staff under the direction of the City
�hgineer. The facilities included in this inspection requirerrent are
street construction, stonn drainage facilities, water distribution
system, sewer collection sysa-�, etc. The subdivider shall advise all
of the construction contractors of this requirement. No subdivision
will be accepted by the City until and unless all wnstruction has been
approved by the City Inspection staff.
1.6 UTILITIES 'Ii0 BE UNDE�UPID: All pipe line type utilitie� within
the subdivision shall be placed underground. Underground utilities are
defined as water lines, sewer lines, storm sewaer pipes, gas lines and
telephone or pawer cables. �lephone lines, electric lines, averhead
type cables, etc. shall be, generally, placed overhead. In case of
special or unique circimstances, the City may grant variances or
exceptions to this requirement. Any request for variance or exception
should be submitted in writing to the City setting forth the-.
justification for an exception. The grantinq of a variance or exception
by the City will be in writing.
1.7 BUILDING PERI�IITS: The issuance of Builc3�ng Permits will be withheld
by the City until the utilities, streets aarxi stozr,► drains are c�lete
and accepted. by the City. All pro-rata water and sewer fees shall be
paid prior to acceptanoe by the City.
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2. STREE.P SYSTEM
2.1 GII�1ERaL: The street syst�n, including the str�et layout, shall be
in accordance with generally accepted eng�neerinq practices and in
co�liance with the City Plan, the Thoroughfare Plan, Zoning Ordinance,
S�bdivision Ordinance and other applicable regulations. The drainage
systesn, as incorporated in the street syst�n, shall ca�ly w:ith ItFsn 3
of this Manual. The plans and specifications, desigri ac�utations.
State Planner coordi.nates shall be assigned to the centerlinP
intersections of all streets, at the ends of cul-de-sacs and at all
major cuzves in the streets. These coordinates shall be to "National
Nk-�pping standards" accuracy and shall be stx�vn an the final cnnstruction
drawings. The City will furnish coordiantes for the closest exi.sting
street intersection upon request. Other applicable data shall be
submitted to the City for revi�w. Construction shall not c�nce prior
ta the approval by the City.
2•2 STRF�T ARRANGFL�3VT: Unless othezwise approved by the City,
provisions shall be made for the extension of existing major
thoroughfares, collector streets and those residential streets which may
be necessary to provide circulation with adjacent areas. The street
arrangements shall confozm with the intent of the Thoroughfare Plan as
adopte-�d by the City. Adeuuate collector streets shall be provided for
the circulation of traffic throughout the subdivision. Residential
streets shall be pravided to acca►�rodate local residential use within
the subdivision.
Off-center street intersections will not be approved except under
unusual circtunstances. C�.irvilinear streets are pern�issible.
2.3 HORIZONTAL CURVE LIMITATIONS: The miniirnun radii at the center line
of the street shall be in accordance with the follawing tabulation:
MINID2UNI RADII - FEET'
Akzjor Thoroughfare 800
Collector Street 300
Residential Street 150
2.4 BI�OCIC L��GTHS: In general, streets shall be pravided at such
intervals as to serve cross traffic adequately and to meet existing
. streets or customary subdivision practices in the neighborhood. Phiere
no �isting plats control, tY?e blocks shall be not m�re than 1,600 feet
in length nor less than three hundred (300) feet in length except in
unusual cases.
2.5 STRE�r INTERSECTION: Nbre than two streets intersecting at one
point shall be avoided except where it is i�ractical to secure a proper
street syster,i otherwise. VJhere several streets converge at one point,
setback lines, special rounding or cut-off of corners and/or a traffic
cixcle may be required to insure safety and facility of traffic
mo��ement. Thoroughfares and collector streets shall intersect any other
thoroughfares and collector streets at an angle of ninety (90) degrees.
Minor streets shall intersect thoroughfare and collector streets at
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ninety (90) degrees. Thoraughfares and collector street intersections
shall have property line corner radii with a mi.nisrnan tanqent distance of
thirty (30) feet. Residential streets shall hav�e as ttle prvperty line
corner, the point of intersectian of intersecting streets. Chrb radii
at intersections shall be not less than twp`nty (20) feet measured frcen
face of curb. Less than twenty (20) feet may be used only with written
approval of the City.
2.6 RELATION � ADJOINIlJG 5�5: The system of streets designated for
the subdivision, except in unusual cases, �st corulect with streets
already dedicated in adjacent subdivisions; and where rio adjacent
connections are platted, irnust in qeneral }�e the reasonable projection of
streets in the nearest subdivided tracts, and must be �ntinu�3 to the
boundaries of the tract subdivided, so that other s�ubdivisions may
connect therewith. Resc�xve strips of land controlLing access to or -
egress from other property or to or fran any street or alley or having
the effect of restrict.;_ng or c7�imaging the adjoining propexty for
subdivision purposes or which will not be taxable or accessible for
special improvements shall not be permitted in any Subdivision unless
such reserve strips are conveyed to the City on a fee si�le.
2.7 DEAD END STRg,'TS, CUL-de-SA�S AND Cp��: ��s or places may be
pezmi.tted where the fornn or contour of the land or the shape of the
property makes such street d�esign appropriate. Such cul-de-sacs, courts
or places shall provide proper access to all lots and shall generally
not exceed four hundred (400) feet in length and a turnaround shall be
provided at the closed end which has a mini.m�un ri,ght-of-way radius of
fifty (50) feet. Dead end streets will not be allawed except on a
te�orary basis pendinq the develop�ient of adjacent property. Where
dead end streets are utilized, a turn�-iround of the size and dimensions
required for a cul-de-sac traxst be provided. If drai nage is rbot
affected, curb and c�utter may }�e �n.itted for the turnaround, p�
ten�orary easement must be provided for that portion of the turnaround
that lies outside the limi.ts of the normal street right-of-way, The
easement shall provide for termination upon the extension of the street
and the construction of the appropriate curb and gutter sections.
2•g ST�,'I' RIGHT--0F WAY WIDTHS: A minirrnIIn right-of-�ay width for
various classifications of streets shall be as set forth in the
tabulation belaw:
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TYPE OF STRF�I' N1a1IA2�i RIC�iT-0E-WAY: E�r
Major Thoroughfare, Type A 120
blajor Thoroughfare, Z�pe B 100
Major Thoroughfare, Z�pe C 100
Major Thoroughfare, � D 75
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Cc�llector, Z��e F 60
Collector, �pe G 60
Residential, Ty� H 50
Residential, Z� I 50
C�1-de-sacs 50*
2•9 PAVII�T V�: Nlinimiun widths of pavement for the various classi-
fications of streets shall be as set forth on the drawings on the
follawing pages:
*Residential Street, Z�pe I, shall be used only in connection with
cul-de-sacs.
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CULLECTOR STREETS
Four traffic lanes
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(Apartment, commercial anci industrial areas} �
Sidewalk
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60'- 70' R.O.W. de endin
on utility locations �
COLLECTOR, TYPE F STREET
(Single family and duplex residential )
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Two traffic lanes, 11 ' wide
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14' desirabie
95' R.O.W, desirable
90' R.O.W. minimum
MINOR ARTERIAL, TYPE C STREET .
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MAJOR ARTERIALS
Three traffic lanes, 11 '-12' wide,
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*The width shown is the minimum. A wider buffer area that moves the
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LOCAL, TYPE G STREET
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2.10 ALLEYS AND AT,TF'Y tirR�g; A7.leys shall not be allawed in
residential areas except by written approval by the City prior to
planning. Alleys may be provided in c�rercial and industrial districts
where other definite means cannot be provided for service access such as
off-street loading, unloading, and parkang oonsistent with and adequate
for the uses intended. Minitrnun right-of-iaay widths of alleys shall be
twenty (20) feet. Dead-end alleys sha11 not be pernu,tted, except �t
the City may waive this requirement where such dead-end a7,leys are
unavoidable and where adequate turnaround facilities have been
provided. Adeq�aate provisions shall be mad,e at all intersections in
order that equipment can maneuver the oorners, The interior edge of
pavement, at the oorners, shall have a mini.m�un radius of 30 feet. Th�
right-of-way limits shall be expaizded, if necessary, beyond the mi.ninnun
requiren�ent in order to include all of the paved section within the
right-oz-i,vay of the alley. Alley-turnouts shall be paved t,o the
property line and shall be twenty (20) feet wide at that point. All
alleys shall have a mininnun of 20 foot concrete paved roadway. The
miniirnan width alley shall only be used if 90° parking is not ;-�lized on
the alley for access. If 90° parking is utilized, the miniim.�a width of
paved surface behind the par}ciriq shall be 25 feet. Concrete shall have
a minim.un strength of 3,000 psi within 28 days and a minitrnan cement
content of 5 stacks per cubic yard.
2.11 STREET GRADES; Thoroughfare streets may hav+e a �innun qrade of.
five (5) percent, unless the natural tapography is such as to. require
steeper grades, in which case a seven and one-half (7�) percent grade
may be used for a maxim�un continuous distance of two hundred (200) feet.
Collector streets may have a n�xim�n grade of seven and one-half (7�)
percent. Residential streets may have a maxinn�n grade of ten (10)
percent, unless othexwise approved by the City where the natural
topography is such as to requixe steeper grades. All streets �st have
a miniirn�l grade of at least five-tenths (5/10) of one (1) percent.
Center line grade changes wi.th an al.qebraic difference of more than tw�o
(2) percent shall be connected with vertical curves in oomplianee with
the requirements set forth below.
Vertical curves shall have mininnnn lenqths as set forth in Table l. The
design speed shall be in accordance with the tabulation belaw:
Nlajor Thoroughfares, Z�pe A and � B 60 Miles Per Hour
P�iajor Thoroughfares, ��pe C and ��pe D 50 Miles Per Hour
Collector Streets 40 bliles Per Hour
Residential Streets 30 NLiles Per Hour
2.12 PAVa•1ENT DESIC�I; Pave�nent design shall be in accordance with good
en9ineering practice. Paver.�nts shall be constructed using either
concrete or asphalt. Deviations from design standards included herein
shall have written approval of the City �hgi,neer. The pavement shall
meet requirements of the particular type specified hereinafter.
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2.12.1 CONCREi'E pAVII�IT: Concrete for pavem�nt shall be not less than
3,000 psi co�ressive strength at 28 days with cement content nat less
than five (5) sacks per cubic yard. The subgrades shall have lime
stabilization to a miniirnmi depth of 6-inches. The lime stabilization
shall be used for the full width of the street, back of curb to back of
curb plus 6-inches on each side. Pavement shall be reinforced with No.3
bars at 24-inch centers to centers in both dixections. Mini.nnun concrete
thiclmess of pavem.ent shall be 6-inches for industrial streets and
streets subject to heavy truck traffic. Residential area streets of
'I�pes "E" through "I" may have concrete thickness of not less than 5".
2.12.3 ASPHALT PAVF1��l'r: Asphaltic e�ncrete pavement shall be installed
on stabilized subgrade as specified in Standard Specification for
Streets and Drainage for City of Grapevine unless otherwise approved by
the City Fhgineer in writing. Asphaltic concrete shall be installed on
subgrade stabilized with ei.ther hydrated lime or Fortland cement.
M:inimLun thicknesses of stabilized bases shall vary fran five (5") inches
to seven (7") inches, depending on type of street: designation. Details
for asphalt pavement are included in Standard Specification for Streets
and Drainage.
2.13 CURB AND GU'I'I'ER: C�zrb and gutter shall be required for all streets
and avenues. Radial curb and gutter shall be constructed at each corner
upon each block to which curb and gutter is constructed. Lay-dawn
corner shall be constructed across all alley intersections. All curb
and gutter and all lay-dcwn curbs shall be v�nstructed in accordance
with the Standard Details and the Specifications for Construction. G�.irb
and gutter shall be constnicted of concrete having a mini.naun strength of
3,000 psi in 28 days with a mini.m�.un of 5 stacks of cement per cubic
yard. 10 foot dtmuny joints w/expansion joint every 40' , no washer
aggregate driveway approa.ches or curb and gutter.
2.14 PARK4�IYS, GRADES AND SIDEti�LKS: All parkways shall be constructed
to contorn to top of curb grades with a standard transverse slope of
or.e-quarter (4) inch per foot rise from top of curb to back-of-walk
line. Where the natural topography is such as to require steeper
grades, transverse slopes up to one (1) inch per foot may_be used with
approval of the City. The back-of-walk line shall be one (1) foot from
the property line for all parkways up to and including fourteen (14)
feet in width, and three (3) feet from the property line for parkways
fifteen (15) feet and over in width.
Parallel residential sidewalks as may be required and where provided,
shall be reinforced concrete not less than four (4) feet in width,
parallel to the alignir�nt of the curb and located wholly within the
dedicated street one (1) foot fram the property line in park���ays up to
fcurteen (14') feet in width and three (3) feet fresn the property line
in parkways fifteen 915) feet and over in width. Sidewalks abutting
business property shall have a minitmun width of six (6) feet. Concrete
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sidewalks and driveways shall be as specified in Stanc3ard Specification
for Streets and Drainage.
2.15 STREEr POSTS AND N�iRI�R.S: Zhe c3�eveloper shall purchase street
posts and markers for each street intersection previous to installation
by the City.
Generally tw+� street posts and markers per intersecitfln �,aill be
required. Posts shall be sized and placed to confoan to the "Texas
P�lanual of Uniform Traffic cantrol Devices." Install,ation to be City
responsibility.
2.61 STREET LIC��TIl�,� All subdivisions shall be provided with street
lights. In general, lights should be located at street intersections
and at ir.tervais no greater th�-in 400 feet apart. Street lights, shall.
be the equivalent of 175 watt mercury vapor fix-tures.
2•1� CURB RA�'IPS FOR HA�IDICAPPID: C1zrb ra�s for the handicapped shall
be provided �,n all c�xcial areas, industrial areas and in residential
areas which have sidewalks. �s shall be located to provide adequate
and reasonable access for the safe and convenient movelrent of physically
handicapped persons, including those in wheelchairs, across curbs at all
pedestrian crosswaiks. Ramps shall conform to the Standard details or
an alternate design subject to the approval of the City.
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3. STORM DRA.adAGE SYSTEM
3.1 GIIVERAL: Storm drainage facilities shall include all elements of a
drainage system consisting of streets, alleys, stozm dr«ins, channels,
culverts, bridges, swales, and any other facility throuqh which or over
which storm water flaws; all of which the City �st have a right in,
either in the fonn of a dedicated right-of-way or flooc3way and drainage
easements.
Street drainage facilities within new developments shall be designed so
that storm water nmoff results fram a design storm of 100 year, or
greater, frequency is oontai.ned within the available right-of-way and/or
drainage easements. The capacity of the street and right-of-way and/or
easements and the stonn drain pipe act:ng in combination rnust be
designed for a capacity to safely contain stonn water fram a design
stonn of 100 year frequency, without flood damage to nearby occupied
structures.
Drainage facilities shall be designed and constructed at such locations
and of such size and d�mensions to adequately seive the sl�bciivision and
the contributing drainage area above the subdivision. The subdivider
shall provide all the necessary easements and right-of-way required for
drainage structures including storm drains and open or lined channels.
Easement widths for storm drain pipe shall not be less than ten (10')
feet and easemP.nt widths for open or lines channels shall be-at least
fifteen (15') feet wider thati the tap of the channel.
The design flaws for the drainage system shall be calculated by the
Rational t�lethod in accordance with standard engineering practice and in
accordance with the requirements set forth herein. Curbs, inlets,
tn�3nholes, etc. , shall be in accordance with the Standard Details.
r�terials and construction procedures shall conform with the
requirements of the Standards For Construction.
The subdivider shall provide plans and specifications for all drainage
structures. Underground drainage pipes shall be used tA accamnodate
flaws up to and including the equivalent capacity of a forty-eiqht (48��)
inch pipe. For flaws in excess of the capacity of a forty-eight (48")
inch pipe, lined channels may be used in lieu of pipe. Chanr.el bottom
shall be concrete and walls as approved by the City. For flaws in
excess of the capacity of an eighty-four (84") inch pipe, unlined
channels m,ay be used. Unlined channels will not be accepted by the City
for r�aintenance pusposes unless a fifteen foot (15') roadway on either
_ side of the channel is included. Mi.niirn�n side slope shall be 3:1.
The design, size, type and location of all stonn drainage facilities
shall be subject to the approval of the City. The requirements set
forth herein are considered a miniurnun requir�nent. The subdivider and
his engineer shall bear the total resF:onsibility of the adeq�;acy of
design. The approval of the facilities by the City in no way relieves
tl,�e subdivider of this responsibility.
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3.2 S'I'ORM DRAIl�IAGE DESIQV CRITERIA:
3.2.1 GII�L: For all flood control systems of less than 1,000 acres,
the Ratidnal D"ethod of c�uting runoff will be used. The method is
e�.�pressed by the follawing ecruation:
Q = CIA, whete
Q = the stonn flaw rate at a given point
C = a coefficient of r�off (the ratio of rainfall to peak
runoff)
I = the average intensity of rainfall in inc�s per hour for
a period equal to the time of flaw fram the fart-hest point
of the drainage area to a point under consideration
A = the area in acres that is tri.butary to the point c� design.
RUNOFF COEFFICIET]T "C"
TYPE OF ARF,A OR I,AI�ID USE ADO�'I� RUNpFF ppEEFICmVT "C"
Parks or Open Areas 0.30
Residential (Lots aver 1,p A�rxe) 0.35
Residential (Lots 1.0 A�re or less) 0.50
Industrial 0.70
Apartments 0.75 �
Business 0.80
Nl�rcantile District 0.90
3.2.2 TIME OF CONC�RATION: The time of concentration is defined as
the longest tirie, without unreasonable delay, that will be required for
a drop of water to flvw fresn ttle upper lj,mit of a drainage area tp the
paint of concentration. The tirne of concentration to any point in a
storr� drainage syste�n is a canUination of the "inlet time" and the time
of flow in the drain. The inlet time is the tim� for water to flaw over
the surface of the ground to the storm drain inlet. The shortest inlet
time to be allowed for it�ervious areas on steep slopes shall be 5
minutes.
Under average conditions the time of concentration to the upstream end
of a drainage system shall coincide 4�ith the tabZe "Minimtan Inlet Time �
of Concentration".
Un�er unusual circimL�tances which will produce t�mes of concentration in
excess of those shown in the follcwing table, the time concentration
shall be deterntined through the use of Figure I, "Nomograph for Time of
Concentration". The norrograph, hcf�u�ver, should be used in a judicious
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cautions to be exercised in the use of this nca��ograph are as follc�ws:
a. The path along which the time of �oncentration is determ.ined,
should be representative of the drainage area as a whole. On
some irregularly shaped drainage areas it is possible to find
the time of wncentration along a particular path which is
representative of only a small portion of the drainage area.
This time of concentration may greatly exceed the time
concentration which is more representative of the drainage
area as a whole.
b. Overland flaw shall be wnsidered channelized at such time as
the distance traveled exceeds 200 feet.
MIlVIM[JM INLE'.P TIME OF CONCENTRATION
TYPE OF AF�EA MIl`TIi�lUM INLEr TIME
Parks and OpF.n Areas 20 Minutes
Residential-Single Family 15 Minutes
Residential Multi-family 10 riinutes
Industrial 10 Minutes
Business 10 t�tinutes
Mercantile District 5 Minutes -..
Since urbanization is anticipated on all drainage areas, all improvP.ments
shall be designed for the case of full watex shed development. It is
generally not practical to design improvements to gravity drainage
syster�s in stages to match developme�it, except in the case of unlined
ditches, and then, it is essential that ultimate rights-of�aay be
obtained at the outset.
��lhen the water shed in question is basically undeveloped, the engineer
shall attempt to anticipate future fully developed conditions and storni
sewer locations and take the resulting velocities into consideration
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3.2.3 DESIGf1 STORM FREQUEIVCIES: 'I'he design storm frequencies shall be in
accor�nce with the tabulation belaw:
DESIQ�I STORM FRE�U.F�ICIES
AREA OR FACILITY FRDQ(JFNCy
�hclosed pipe system 5 Years
Channels and creek in�rovesnents (1) 25 Years
Culverts and small bridges 50 Years
Large bridges (2) 100 Years
Floodr,vays between building lines 100 Years
(1) Channels and creek i�rovements shall have one (1) foot freeboard.
(2) Large bridges have total span greater than 50 feet.
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The relationship between rainfall intensity-duration-frequency is set
forth in Figure II. These curves have been developed usinq Technical
Paper No. 40 "Rainfall Frequency Atlas of the United States" by the U.S.
Weather Bureau. These curves shall be used in the design of all storm
drain facilities.
3.2.4 PIIlNLTSSIBLE SPRF.AD OF tniATER:
3.2.4.1 GIIv'ERAL: Spread of water refers to the a�rount of water that may
be allaaed to collect in streets during a sto�n of 5 year design
frequency, In order that excess stonn water will ru�t �llect in streets
or thoraughfares during a storsn of tt�e design frequency, the follawing
spread of water values shall be used for the variaus types of streets.
3.2.4.2 N.'�TOR THOROU(�IFARES (DIVmID) :
3.2.4.2.1 PEPMISSIBLE SPRF.AD OF WATER: The permissible spre��: of water
in gutters of ma�or d�vided thoroughfares shall be l�mited tc ��at one
traffic lane on each side remains clear. �tter flaw shall �� based on
a stom of 10-year design frequency.
3.2.4.2.2 CONDITIONS: Inlets shall preferably be located at street
intersections, at law points or grade or where the gutter flavs exceeds
the permissible spread of water criteria. Inlets shall be located, when
possible, on off side streets or alleys when grades pennit. �.The
standard gutter depressian of 5 inches shall be used so long as the
depression does not fall within a traffic lane. In n� cases shall the
gutter depression at inlets exceed the standard. In super-elevated
sections, inlets placed against the center medians shall have no gutter
depression and shall intercept gutter flcw at the point of vertical
curvatures to prevent flcw fran crossing the thoroughfare. Unless
expressly approved by the City, storm waters will not be allawed to
cross major thoroughfares on the surface in valley gutters or otherwise.
3.2.4.3 M�70R THOROUC��'ARES (NOT DIVIDID) :
3.2.4.3.1 PEPs�ISSIBLE SP�E',AD OF WATER: The permissible spread of water
in gutters of ma�or undivided thoroughfares shall be limited so that
two traffic lanes will r�nain clear during the design storm.
3.2.4.3.2 CON�ITION: Inlets shall preferable be located at street
intersections, lcw points of grades, or where the gutter flaa exceeds
the permissible spread of water criteria. Inlets shall be located, when
possible, on the off side streets or alleys when grades permi.t. The
standard gutter depression of 5 inches shall be used so long as the
depression does not fall within a traffic lane. In no case shall the
gutter depression at inlets exceed the standard. Depressed inlets will
be perr,titted in a standard parking lane. Where inlets are required in
traffic lanes, inlets with no depression or recessed inlets shall be
used. In super-elevated sections, intercept gutter flav at the law
point of P.V.C, or P.V.T, to prevent flow frcm crossing thoreughfare.
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3.2.4.4 COIZDC'I'OR STREErS:
3.2.4.4.1 PERMISSIBLE SPRF�D OF WATER; The permissible spread of water
in gutters of collector streets shall be liriited so that one stand�sd
lane of traffic 4�i11 remai.n clear during the design storm.
3.2.4.4.2 CONDITION: Inlets shall preferably be located at street
intersections, low points of grade or where the gutter flaw exceeds the
permissible spread of water criteria. Inlets shall be located, when at
all possible, on off side streets or alleys where grade permits. Inlets
with the standard gutter depression of 5 inches shall be used. In no
case shall the gutter depression at inlets exceed the standard.
3.2.4.5 MINOR STR�TS (RFSIDIIVTI�`,I,) ;
3,2.4.5.1 PERMISSIBLE SPRF.AD OF W�;7.�R: The pennissible spread of wat.�r
in gutters for muior streets shall be limited by the height of the curb
for standard street sections. The permissible spread of water in
gutters for minor streets �vith split sections shall be limited by the
hPight of the curb for low gutter flow and the depth of flvw at the face
of the curb corresponding to the crawn elevation for high gutter flow.
3.2.4.5.2 CONDITIONS: Inlets shall be located at street intersections,
law points of grade or where the gutter flaa exceeds the pernlissible
spread of water criteria. Inlets with standard gutter depression of 5
inches shall be used in all cases unless special grading problems are
involved. In no case shall the gutter depression at inlets exceed the
standard.
3.2.4.6 AI.I.EYS:
3.2.4.6.1 PEP,MISSIBLE SPREAD OF WATER: The penniss�hle spread of water
ir� alleys shall be limited to confiriing the flow to within the paved
area with inverted crawns and be ooncrete.
3.2.5 FL,C7W IN S�RM DRAINS AI�ID THEIR APPU�;ANCF� - VELCCITIES AND
GF'ADE:
3.2.5.1 NffNIrNi�4 GRADES: Stonn drains should operate wi.th^velocities of
flaw sufficient to prevent excessive deposits of solid materials;
otherwise objectionable clogging may result. The controlling velocity
is near the Lrottcgn of the conduit and considerably less than the mean
velocity of the sewer. Storm drains shall be designed to have a miniirnun
_ mean velocity flawing full of 2.5 f.p.s. The follawing table indicates
the minim�un grades for both concrete pipe (n = 0.013) and for corzugated
metal pipe (n = 0.024) , flawing at 2.5 f.p.s.
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Pipe Size Concrete Pipe
(Inches) Slope Ft./Ft.
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18 p�p�g
21 O.00IS
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27 0.0011
30 0.0009
33 0.0008
36 0.0007
39 0.0006
42 0.0006.
45 0.0005
48 0.0005
54 0.0004
60 0.0004
66 0.0004
72 0.0003
78 0.0�, 63
84 0.0"003
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3.2.5.2 DISC��ARGE OF STORM DRAIlV PIpE: Storm drain pipes discharging
into lakes shall be set at an elevation such that the top of the pipe
shall be belaw the nornial pool level of the Lake. Where stoan drain
pipes discharge in water courses the invert of the pipe shall be at the
sar.ie grade as the water course. Adequate riprap or other erosion
protection shall be pravided.
All stonn drain pipes in street and �alleys shall be installed at a
depth sufficie�lt to permit all water lines to pass wer th�n when the
water line has a miniirnun cover of three (3') feet.
' 3.2,5.3 MANHOLES: Storm drain manholes shall be located at intervals
not to exceed four hundred (400') feet for twenty-four (24") inch in
diameter or smaller. In general, manholes should be located at street
intersections, storm pipe junctions or changes of grade and changes of
alignirent. Storm drain manholes for pipes greater than twenty-four
(24��) inches in diameter shall be located at points where design
indicates entrances into the pipe is desirable. In no case shall the
clistance between manholes be greater than eight hundred (800') feet.
3.2.5.4 LATEI2AI, LINES: The minim�un size storm drain line fram inlet box
to the collector lines shall be eighteen (18") inches.
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3.2.6 DRAIITIAGE DITC�'�S OR CHAl�LS: All channels shall have a mini.m�un
bottc8n width of four (4') and a depth based on maxim�sn flaw. Side
slopes of channels shall not be steeper than one (1') foot rise
to (2') feet horizontal distance unlined channels shall have a 3:1 side
slope with provision for a 15' roadw-a.y on either side of the channel.
All channels shall be �esigned for a minimtan of one (1') foot freeboard
at maxi.m�mi design flaw. Channels discharging into water courses shall
have the same invert level as the water course.
3•27 GE[�tERAL: In cases when a 100 year stonn design utilizes the
carrying capacity o� private property between building lines, the
r.unimi.un slab elevations shall be established to prevent flood c',amage.
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4. WATER SYSTEM
4.1 GIIVEE�L: The design and construction of the water distsi.bution
system to serve the subdivision shall be in accordance with good
engineering principles, these Standards of Design and the rec�uirements
of the Texas State Departrient of Health. No constnzction sha.11 c�zce
prior to t�:e approval of the plans and specifications by the City and
the Texas State Department of Hea.lth.
All faciities shall be of sufficient size to provide adequate capacity
for the subdivision. The pipelines shall be sized to meet the maxinn�
instant domestic requirei�nts plus an appropriate allowance for fire
protection water. The design criteria shall be submitted to �he City
with the plans and specifications. The City reserves the ric�'_-;� to
r�+,;re "oversizing" in order to provide capacities for area� �stside of
the subdivision. Should the City request oversizing, the ada_tional
cost will be borne by the City based on the follawing fornnila:
City's share of cost = cost of facility as constructed less
estimated cost of the facility
rec�uried to serve only the subdivision.
The minurn�n pipeline size to sezve law density residential areas shall
be 6-inches in diameter and the minurnan pipeline size sezving apartr;ents
c�rnrcial, business, industrial, etc. , shall be 8-inches. In ger,eral,
all lines shall be looped with no dead-ends. Dead-end lines will be
allawed only upon �proval by the City and shall be furnished with a
flush valve arrangeir�ent. Industrial areas which m,ay require fire
sprinkler systems must be sezved i�y a minurnm� 12" water line. Variance
to this rule will be based on 1500 gallons per minute availablity during
peak deir�and periods with a minim�an residual pressure of 30 p.s.i.
4.2 CONNF�TI��1S 'PO EXISTIZdG DISTRIBUI'ION SYSTII�I: Prel�mi.nary discus-
sions concernir.g take-off points in the distribution system should be
conducted with the City Ehgineer or his designated representative prior
to fir.alizir.g the preliminary desigr.s of the distribution system to
sezve the subdivision. Connections will be allawed only at locations
where the City believes that sufficient quantity and pressures axe
available to rr�eet the projected requirements of the subdivision. In
general, th connections to the existing distribution system shail be
made in such a manner to prever.t "shut-dcx�m" to a minurnun. Unless
approved by the City, a tapping valve conneciton shall be installed.
In general, the City will not approve a subdivison which cannot be
sezved by extension to the City distribution systesn. Under unusual
cinmlcstances, the City may consider approval of a private water system
which will supply an adequate quantity of potable water to every lot in
the subdivision. Such system must meet the approval of the City, the
Texas State Depart��nt of Health and other apprcpriate regulatory
agencies. In addition, an appropriate agreesr�ent betwe-en the City and
the subdivider rnust be executed whereby the City may acquire the system
at such ti� as it can be connected into the City, cs�med and operated
distribution network.
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4.3 IfJC'ATICN OF FACILITIES:
4.3.1 PIPELINFS: Water lines shall be located in the parlavays between
the back of the curb and the street right-of-way. The location shall be
generally 3 � feet fran the back of curb on the north side of east-�st
streets and on the east side of north-south street.
4.3.2 GATE VALVES: In y+eneral, gate valves shall be located autside
the paved streets and shall be five (5') feet back of curb return to the
intersecting street. In general, gate valves shall be located at street
interesections (except for fire hyudrant leads) . Unless otherwise
approved, or requrested by Owner, valves shall be located in the
north-east quadrant of the street intersection. All valve boxes shall
be encased in concrete pad at the ground surface. Pad shall be 24" x
24" x 4." E�tensions to existing mains shall start with a gate valve to
protect the existing system and extensions to the property line for
future extension shall have gate valve near end.
4.3.3 FIRE HYDRANTS: In general, fire hydrants shall be located at
street intersections or near the cneter of fihe block. Hydrants shr�uld
be spaced in such a m-�ruzer so that all potential building sites are
within: (1) a radius of 400 feet, and (2) within 50Q feet of hose length
withaut crossing private property between the building line and the back
property line. Details are included in the Standard Specifications.
4.4.4 FLUSH VALVES: Flush valves shall be installed on all dead-,end
lines and shall c�mply with the Standard Details adopted by the City.
4.4 SERVICE LINES: A water service line shall be laid to each lot with
fittings in accordance with the Specifications for Constxuction and the
Standard Details. All service lines shall be 'I� K copper having a
minimtun size of three quarters inches (3/4") . Each service line may, at
the subdivider's option, serve two �djacent lots providing it is located
at the cc�ion property line and ccmplies with the Standard Details.
t�l�ter boxes to be furnished by the City shall be set level to finished
lot grades and an angle meter stcp shall be set by Contractor about
12-inches belaw the meter box top. After the curb and gutter has been
ir�stalled, the water service line location shall be marked by in-
scri.bing a"W"in the top of the curb apposite the service line location.
4.S MATF'.RTAT C AND INSTAIS.ATI01�I:
4.5.1 PIPE: Water pipelines shall be either ductile iron, cast iron if
approved, asbestos-cement or plastic confornung to the Specifications
for Construction. Concrete C�linder pressure pipe may be furnished ar_d
installect for sizes 16" and larger with approval of the City. All pipe
shall be installed in �bedment material as shown on the Standard
Details and in conforn�ance with the Specifications for Construction.
4.5.2 GATE VLAVES: All gate valves shall be AZ� 'I�pe as manufactured
by Mueller, or approved equal, furnished and installed according to the
Specifications for Construction.
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4.5.3 FIRE HYDRANI'S: Fire hydrants shall be b�ieller A-423, or approved
equal, conforming to the requirements set forth in the Specifications
for Construction. All fire hydrants shall be installed with a 6-inch
M7X flange gate valve on the hydrant lead. The installation shall be as
set forth in the Specifications for Construction,
4.5.4 SERVICE LINFS; Seryice lines shall be in acoordance with the
designs shown on the Standard Details. The materials shall be rlueller
and shall be installed in accordance with ti7e �cifications for
Construction.
4.6 TESTING:
4.6.1 HYDROSTATIC TEST: A11 pipelines shall be hydrostatically tested
in accordance with the procedures set forth in the S�ecifications for
Construction. The test shall not be conducted until the total
installation is canplete including installing servic:e lines, -`=re
hydrants, flush valves, etc. All testing shall be accom�lis'_-��-3 in the
presence of a City representative.
4.6.2 STERII,IZATION: All facilities shall be sterilized in accordance
e�ith the procedures set forth in the Specifications for Construction.
The subdivi�er will be rern,;r� � ��t �les to an approved
laboratory for certification as bei.ng free of bacteria. The facilities
shall be sterilized and resterilized as may be necessary unti-1 such
certification can be achieved. The sterilization shall be perfo� by
the Contractor in the presence of a City representative. The City
representative shall obtain test sa�les and have sterilization tests
perfornied by a testing laboratory.
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5. SANITARY SE,WII2
5.1 GIIVERI�L: fihe design and construction of the sanitary sewer
collection syst�n to serve the subdivision shall be in accordance with
good engineering principals, these Standards of Design and the
requiremexits of the Texas State Departrnent of Health. 1`b construction
shall co�_nce prior to the approval of tY�.e plans and specifications by
tk7e City Ehgineer and the Texas State Depart�nt of Health.
All facilities shall be of sufficient size to provide adequate capacity
for the subdivision. The sewer lines shall be sized to meet the m�im�ml
peak dry weather flc�w plus an appropriate allawance for infiltration of
stonn water. The design criteria shall be suYxnitted t� the City with
the plans and specifications. The City reserves the right to require
"oversizing" in order to provide capacities for areas outside of the
subdivision. Shauld the City request oversizing, the additional vost
will be borne by the City based on the follawing forntula:
City's share of cost = cost of facility as constructed less
the estimated cost of the facility
required to serve only the subdivision.
The minim�n sewer line size to sezve residential areas shall be 6-inches
in diameter and the mini.i;nmi sewer line size serving c�rcial,
business, apart�nts, industrial, etc. , shall be 8-inches. -_
5.2 CONI�TECTIONS TO EXISTIr1G SEWII2 COLLECTION SYSTII�I: Prel�misiary
discussion concerning entrance points in the collection system should be
conducted with the City F�igineer or his designated representative prior
to finalizing the prelimulary designs of the collection syst�n to serve
the subdivision. Connections will be allowed only at locations 4�here
the City believes that sufficient capacities are available to meet the
projected requirements of the subdivision.
In a proposed subdivision where City sewerage facilities are not
adjacent to the property but is accessible, the subdivider shall
provide, at his expense, an Appreach Outfall Main of sufficient size to
serve his subdivision. If the City detezmines that a larger size is
required for future extensions, the City shall pay the additional cost
of oversizing based on the formula set forth in Paragraph 5.1.
In general, the City will not approve a subdivision which cannot be
sezved by extensions to the City sewer collection system. Under unusual
circtunstances, the City rtiay consider appraval of a private sewage system
which will provicie an adequate collection and treatrnent facilities to
serve evezy lot in the subdivision. Such system must meet the approval
of the City, the Texas State DepartrnP,nt of Health, the Tarrant County
Health Departrnent and other appropriate regulatory agencies. In
addition an appropriate agreeir�nt betcaeen the City and the subdivider
rnast be executed whereby the City may acquire the syst�n at such time as
it can be connected into the City �,med and operated sanitary sewerage
facilities.
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5.3 I,OCATION OF FACn.�F�•
5.3.1 SE4r1ER LINES: S��aer lines shall generaily be lacated in the
street halfway betw�en the street centex line and the curb on the south
side of east-w�est streets and on the �st side of north-south streets.
The Standard Details shall shaw proper locations as approved by the City
�hgineer.
5.3.2 SE,'WER SF.RVICE LINES: Sewer service lines shall be laid to
each lot. The sezvice lines shall be plastic pipe havi.ng a mini.m�an
diameter of four (4") inches and shall extend to the property line,
Sewer sezvice lines shall be located on the lawer side of each lot and
as approved on the final constructa,on plans by the City. In general,
only one Iot shall be sezved by a sezvice line. Undex. unusual
circtnnstances whereby a single service line can serve two lots, if
approved by the City, the minimiun diameter sh.all be six (6") inches.
After the curb and gutter has been installed, the sewer servi�� line
location shall be marked by inscribing an "g�� in the top of t�:e curb
at the service line location.
5.5.3 MANHOLES: In general, manholes shall be located at all
intersections of sewer lines, changes in grade, chanqes in aligrut�nt and
at distances not to exceed 500 feet.
5.4 MAl''�RIAIS AND IlVgmAr.r.�mrpN:
5.4.1 PIPE: Pipe used for sewage collection systems shall be PVC
plastic pipe or vitrified clay conforr.ing to the Specifications for
Construction. All pipe shall be installed in �ch�,.nt r,�aterial as
shawn on the Standard Det.ails and in eonforn�ance With .the Specifications
for Constructian.
5.4.2 MANHOLES: Manholes shall be precast concrete or cast-in-place
concrete and coniorming to the Standa�-d Details afld the Specifications
for Construction.
5.4.3 CLF,ANGUTS: In general, manholes may be installed at the upper
, end of all sewer collector mains. Cleanouts may be instal,led in lieu of
manholes at these locations subject to the approval of the City Engineer
Cleanouts shall conform tro the Standard Details and the Specificaticns
for Construction.
5.5 TESTIIvTG: All sewer lines shall be tested for infiltration in
• accordance with the procedures set iorth in the Spe�ifications for
Construction. All testing shall be accomplished in the presence of a
City representative.
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F. DESIGN STAI�IDARD DRAWINGS
6.1 GIIVERAL: At intervals the city shall adopt detail drawings that
planners are to use for constniction details. Planners, or F�ngineers,
that propose structures within the jurisdictional area, including the
City limits, shall inquise for information regarding suGh standarcls
before preparing details for construction.
6.2 AVAIT�ABILITY OF CITY STANDARDS: Planners and Engineers r.�ay obtain
copies of City Standards (Drawings) at the san� aost for obtaining same
frcxn reproduction fizms.
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CI'I'Y OF GRAPEVIl�, TEXAS
STANDARD SPEQFICATIONS F�OR
_ SZ�ZECI'S AND DRA.a�GE
PASSID AND APPROVED
BY Tf�
CITY COUNCIL
OF THE
CITY OF GRAPEVINE, TEXAS
NOVa�ID�ER, 1982
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T1�BLE OF CONTF.NTg
ITEN1 DFSCRIPTION p�
Item 1 General Requiren�ents 1-1
Item 2 Street �ccavation and Fh�ban}a:�ent 2-1
Ite�n 3 Concrete and Reinforcing Steel (Structures) 3-1
Item 4 Subgrade Treatment 4-1
Itesn 5 Concrete Pavir.g 5-1
Item 6 Asphalt Pavelrnnt 6-1
Item 7 Storm Drains �_1
Item 8 Street Name Signs g_1
Item 9 City Standards 9-1
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DETAII, SPECIFICA^1IG1VS
ITE'�i t 1 - GII�RAI, RDQUIRF3.g�VTg
1.1 MA'�rAr�; �ese specifications are intended to be s� w�itten that
only materials of the best quality and grade will be furnished, The
fact that the specificatians may fail to be sufficiently cor.�lete in
some detail will not relieve the Contractor of full responsibility fcr
providing r.�aterials of high quality and protecting them adec�,iately until
' incorporation in the project. The specifications for materials set out
the min'1rRun standard of quality which the Owner believes r.ecessary to
procure a satisfactory project. No substitutions will be pexm.itted
until the Contractor has received written permission of the City to make
a substitution for the material which has been specifieci.
�:'here the term "Or Approved Equal" is used, it i.s understood that if a
�^aterial, product or piece of equi�menL of the specified n�-une and
quality is furnished it will be approved, as the nart-;��. �ade name
and quality was used for the purpose of establishing a standard of
quality acceptable to the C�mer. If a product of any other name is
proposed for use, the City �gineer's written appraval must be obtained
before the proposed substitute is procured by the Contractor: Wherever
. the tenn "Of Equal" is used, it is understood to mean ��pr Approved
Equal��.
Where the terms "Or Approved Fqual" or "Or Equal" are not used, the
Contractor shall furnish the material as specified and no substitutions
will be allaaed.
1.2 W�ORI��1vSHIP: These specifications conta.in detail instxuctions and
descriptions covering the major items of construcuon and worlanans hip
. necessary for building and �leting the various units or ele.ments of
the project. The specifications are intended to be so written that or.ly
first class worlar�nship and finish of the best grade and quality will
result. The fact that the�e specifications may fail to be so cca��lete
as to co�Ter all details will not relieve the Contractor of full
responsibility for providing a cor,g�leted proj ect of high crn,a i;ty, first
class finish and appearance, and satisractozy for operation, all within
the apparent intent of the plans and specifications.
- 1.3 HANDLIT.G N1A��^EF2TAT.S' NOT APPROVID: The Contractor shall remove from
the site ar_y materials found to be damaged, and any materials not
neeting the specifications. These r��aterials shall be removed pror�tly,
unlzss the �hgir�eer will accept the materials after repairing.
Materials found to be damaged, or not acceptable to the Engineer, shall
b;e rerr�ved if installed and then found to be damaged or not acceptable.
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Inspection before installation shall not relieve the Contractor frcff:i any
responsi.bility to furnish qood rn�1 i�, �t��s.
1.4 C3�EAR.Il�1G A1V'D GRUggI1+IG; The Cont,r-actor shall do all clearir.g and
grubbang necessary for construction operations. All trces, branches,
lir.ibs, and roots shall be re.maved and disposed of by the Contractor so
as to leave the right-of�way in a neat and presentable condition.
Clearing and grubbing shall be done so as not to injure or d�ge
adjacent property. In disposinq of brush, particular care shall be
taken so as to elir.unate the possibility of st�rting a grass fire. Any
and all damages outside the lir.tits of construction right-of-way shall be
paid for and settled by the Contractor at his exp�nse,
1.5 SAF�.'TY AND PROPERTY PROZ'ECTION:
1.5.1 TRAF�'IC CONTROL IN WC;gR AREAS, gARRICp�F�� ��S �,,� c�„�I,y
PROVISIO�?S: To protect persons fram injury and to avoid pyc_�r�y
darrage, adequate barricades, construction signs, torches, red lanterns,
guards, and other traffic controis as required shall be placed along aI.I
roads, street crossings, etc. , and shall be maintai.ned during the
progress of the construction work and until it is safe for traffic to
use tlze construction site. The Contractor shall co�ly with the
requirements of the Texas Manual, "Traffic Control Devices for Streets
and Fiighways". A copy of the hlanual may be examined at the City Hall
and shall be obtained by the Contractor for use during constzuction.
E�ccavations for construction operations shall be conducted in a maru�,er
to cause the least internzption of traffic. Where traffic must cross
open trenches, the Contractor shall provide suitable bridges at road
crossings, street intersections and driveways.
1-5.2 F'L(7tJ OF DRA.IlVS Arm SES�IERS P�A�ITAINID; �dequate provisions shall
be r.iaGe for the flaw of storm drains and water courses encountered
during the construction and the structur�s which may have been disturbed
shall be satisfactorily restored upon c�r,�letion of the work.
1.5.3 PROPERTY pRp�CTIpTJ; T�-ees, fences, signs, poles, guy wires, and
all other property shall be protected t:nless their reirbval is
authorized; and any property c3�mage shall be satisfactorilv restored by
the Contractor to its original condition or better.
The Contractor shall make adequate provision for the protection of
perma�zent paving, both concrete and asphalt, from damage by construction
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1.6 GU�1FtANT�: The Contractor shall guarantee the wnrk for a period of
two (2) years after date of acceptance by the City. During thi,s period,
the contractor shall make any renairs and/or replacements of defective
materials and corrections due to poor wor7Qnanship, all as may be
required for full cc�n�liance with these Specifications. This guarantee
shall apply to all matters report� by the City in writinq wi,thin said
two (2) years period and this guarantee shall be aovered by the
P7aintenance Bond.
1.7 WATER FOR CONSTRUCrION: The Contractor shall furnish all water
required for construction. The contractor may purchase water frcm the
City at published water rates. Al1 connections t� the City's water
system shall meet the approval of the City. The contractor shall post a
deposit with the City to use a City construction meter.
1,8 DISPOSAL OF �C�'SS N�,T�L: The contractor shall dispose of all
excess material.
1.90 MATEkZIAL AND CLEAt�'LTp: During the prosecution of the 4rork, the
Contractor shall maintain the project site in orderly and acceptable
r.�anrier. Upon co�letion of any unit of work, it shall be maintained by
the Contractor unti.l acceptance by the Owner of the entire work covered
by this Contract.
Upon completion, as a whole of the project, the contractor shall clean
and remove frcan the site of the project surplus and discarded materials,
te.�orazy structures, and debris of every kind; and shall leave the site
of the work in a neat and orderly condition.
1.10 LABORATORY CANTROL: Lab work in regard to soils where paving is to
be constructed shall ocx�rise the follawing:
(1) Atterberg Limits tests shall be made at intervals not
exceeding 500 feet and where change in materials occurs.
These tests are to be made using sa�les obrained from
proposed subgrade areas. Tests results fran the laboratory
perform.ing same shall be sul�itted to City Engirieer along with
developer's proposed paving design so that the City can either
approve the paving methods or requise changes. In general,
asphalt paving subgrades have Plasticity Index (P.I,} of 15
or more, lime treated subgrade is to be used, and where the
P.I, is less than 10 cement treated subgrade is to be used.
- With the City's written approval, natural subgrade having
P.I. less than 10 may be used without stabilizing material.
For concrete pavement, subgrades having P.I, in excess of 15
will require lime treatr�ent and where the P.I. is less than
20 a sand cushion shall be installed under the paver.�ent.
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(2) �i1�'lell Sll�r3dE�' �S'2d�rit 1S CC�T��.@�d� �StS S�.Zl � Iii3C�C� t0
� insure that the material is properly mixed and pulverized.
(3) When subgrade compaction and/or �nbar�nt is in progress
density tests shall be made to dete� whether P�r
density is being attained, Unless otherwise approved }�,
the CitY E�gin�r, the tests shall be perforn�d at 300 foot,
m�.�cimi.un, intervals to verify that 95� of Star�dard proct_or
Density is obtained, Laborato�, ��� s�ll be presented
to the City, for approva]., prior to c����on of curbs or
paving.
In addition to soil tests, laboratory wr�rk for concrete to be usec3 �
paving or curb and gutter shall consist of:
(1) P•lixing plant control for cont_--ol of r.vx and repor-'-�..:uzg to City,
and others, to insure carr��ian� �,,�i� � S.pecifications.
(2) D�aking and testing beams and cylinders as required for
verifying cce�liance with specifications. Test cylinders
shall be made in groups of three (3j for 25 cubic yards, or
less, placem�t; for one test to be made at '7 days� one test
at 28 days, and the remaining c�,lznder to }� t�sted only if
. other tests appear questionable.
(3) Prel.uninary t�sts and test cylinders for approval of mix
design before construction beqins may },� ��� � � City
Ehgineer provided the Contractor can furnish a mix design frcan
recent project that meets t,�e ��ification requirements,
including copies of test �esults t:o prove adequate St�.ength.
The mix and materials, hc��ever, �ust be frcm the same source
that is proposed for use on this project.
The Contsactor shall e�lay a qualified comrnrcial laboratory, and shall
pay tor the lab w�ork directly. Copies of all reports sha11 }�e furnished
and ae City. The laboratory to perfoxm the �aork shall be- acceptable to,
PProved by the City IIzgineer.
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ITEhI 2 - STREEr EXC�I�TATION
2.1 DESCRIPTION: "Street �cavation" �,�ill consist of all the reguired
excavation within the limits of the rightrof-way and areas adjacent
thereto, the removal, proper utilization or disposal of all excavated
materials; and the construction of all emban}anents, and the shaping arid
finishing of all earth work in confozmity with the lines and grades as
shown on the plans or established by the IIigineer, all in accordance
with the specification requirements contained herein. A pezmit will. be
required and a bond posted before starting construction.
2.2 Q�ASS7FICATION: Without regard to materials encountered, all
street excavation shall be unclassified and shall be designated as
"Unclassifiecl Street �cavation" which will include all materials
excavated. It is to be distinctly understood that any reference to
rock, or any other material on the plans and/or in this specification is
solely for the City's and the Contractor's infon:tiation and is not to be
taken as an indication of classification of excavation.
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2.3 CLF..ARING AIv� GFLBBING: Clearing shall consist of r�val and
disposal of all trees, st�s, bnlsh, logs, down timU�r, rcots, zubbish,
vegetation and other objectionable matter from the construction site.
The site areas to be e�cavated and filled shall be cleared and grubbed.
Gn:bbing of roots and st�nps will be requised t,o a depth of�one (1')
foot below the finish grade and to a depth of one (1') foot below the
existing ground surface in areas to receive esnb�n]arent,
All cleared and gn�bbed material shall be disposed of in a m-�nner
satisfactoiy to the E�gineer.
2.4 EXCAVATION: A11 excavation shall be in accordance with the lines,
grades, and typical sections as shown on the plans or established by the
Engineer. Unless othen+�ise shc�m on the plans or established by the
Ehgineer, street excavation will be riade to the subgrade of the roadway
and finished grade of peskways.
Where excavati.on to grades established in the field by the Enqineer
w�uld terr.tinate in unstable soil, the �hgineer may requi-re the
Contractor to remove the unstable soil and backfill to t-he required
grade with suitable material co�acted, in an approved manner, to a
satisfactory density.
�7Yiere excavation to the gracie established in the field by the Ehgineer
terminates in loose or solid rock, the Contractor may be required to
e.ti�tend the depth of excavation six (6") ir.ches and backfill with select
material compacted, in an appraved manner, to a satisfactory density.
Su'r�ject to the approval of the �gineer the select riaterial backfill.
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may be obtair_ed frcan any point within the right-of-way where suitable
backfill material is available.
The Contractor shall conduct his operat.ions ,in su� a �n� �t
adequate measurements may }�e taken before any backfill, as *-�+,;r�
above, is placed.
A portion of the existing paveme�zt, including }�oth g�avel base and
asphalt surface, shall be �horouqhly scarified, salvaged and used for
the transition paving base. Care shall be taken in r�m��g �e gravel
base so as not to include ariy oi the subqrade. After rer.moval of the
pavement the excavation shall be continued t,� pr�p� qrades and then
� treated in accordance with Item 4.
2.5 PROVISIONS FOR DRAIl�IAGE: If it is necessary iri the prc�rcution of
the work to interrupt the natural d�.a��ge of the surface, or the flcw
of artificial drains, the Contractor shall provide teit�oraY-.- =a;,r,aqe
facilities that will prevent damage to public or private int��ests, and
shall restore the original drains as soon as the c�rk will pe�it. The
Contractor shall be held liable for all damages which may result frorr
neglect to provide for either natural or artificial drainaqe which h�,s
work may have internzpted.
2•6 ET'IBANl�'�'I.': After the site has been cleared, the qround surface
upon ��hich e�ts are to be constructed shall be scarified in
furra��s uniformly spaced so that at least fifty (50�) per cent ot the
surface will be broken to a depth of at least four (4") inches,
Backfilling and construction of fills and ennbanlanents during freezing
weather shall not be done except by pernission of the City F�gineer, No
backfill, fill, or esnban]arent materials shail be installed on frozen
surfaces, nor shall frozen materials, snvw, or ice be piac�i in any
backfill, fill, or embanlanent,
• �nban}�nents shall be constructed of suitable materials and sha11. be
, placed in successive horizontal layers of not more than eight (8")
inches in depth, loose measurement for the full width of the e�t
and in such lenq-ths as designated. Stim�s, trees, rubbis�h, vegetation
or other unsuitable materials shall not be placed in emban}�r;ts. A11
constn;ction traffic shall be uniformly dis.tr.ibuted ove�. ,�e �.�e
surfuce of each layer of the embanla�nt.
A ��b'laint�.'•iner" with a blade at least ten (10') feet in leng�,h shall be
kept in operation on the embanJa�nt for the purpose of unifo�nil.y mi.xir�q,
spreading, pulverizing, and consolidating t1-ie embaril�nt material.
After a layer of �nban}�;�ent material has been placed and bladed, it
shall be sprinkled, if directed, in the quantity as deten:lined by
t�le E�gineer, and rolled to cca�actien with a tampi.riq roller, or
approved type, drawn by a suitable crawler-type tractor. The roller
shall pass over every part of each layer for a mir.imiun of si.� (6) tir,ies.
In the event water frc�i tt-.e City Water Dains is used, it shall be
metered and paid for by the Contractor.
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No successive layer shall be placed until the I.�y�. �� �ns..zuction
has been thoroughly bladed and rolled to the satisfaction of the
Ehgineer.
After a section of the emban}��t has }�een �leted, it shall be
maintained to grade and cross-section by bladinq when and to the extent
required.
IInba.n}m�ents placed over and adj acent to pipes, culverts, and other
stnzctures shall be of suitable materials, and sha]1 be placed in
successive horizontal layers of not m�re than eight (8") inches in
depth, loose measure�ent, and each layer unifoYmty m.ixed, pulverized and
thoroughly cro�acted t� the satisfaction of the E.hqineer by the use of
rakes, hand tai�s, and/or other approved methods. S�eci�. care shall be
taken to prevent any wedging against the structure. This methoc3 of
consolidation and c�action shall be used for such distances along
er.�banl�nent adjacent to structures as may be necessa..�.y and in other areas
where blading and rolling wr�uld be ir��ractical.
2.6 EML ANKt��I'S CONTAINIlVG ROQC: Where a large�portion of the
materials excavated ccnsist of rock, the roc]c may be used in the
construction of the e�t as hereinafter specified.
The maxiirnun dimension of any rock used shall not e:{ceed fifty (50�s) per
cent of the heignt of the emban]anent and in no case shall an� rock over
twenty-four (24") inches in its maxim� dimension be place in the
embanla�nt. When the greater portion of the embanlarn�t shall be
constructed as required in the preceding paraqraphs, and the rock shall
be carefully d.istributed throughout the emban]�nt and filled around
with earth or other approved fine material so that the interstates
betwc�n the large particles are filled and a dense, co�act, uniform
er.ibarilanent is secured.
When embanlan�nts are t.o constructed principally of the rock, the rock
shall be placed in successive horizontal layers, not to exceed thirty
(30") inches in depth, for the full F�idth of the emba�nt ancl the
interstates between the large stones filled, insofar as practicable with
small stones and spalls. _
The ugper eight (8") inches of all embar.lanents shall be composed of
earth or their acceptable material.
2.7 EXCESS EXCAVATION: Unsuitable street excavation and suitable
_-. street excavation i.n e.�cess of �iat needed for construction shall be
clisposed of as directed by the Engineer. In general, suitable excess
street excavation will be used in the construction of par]c�aays, wideni.ng
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cf embanlrn�ents, flattening of slopes, etc. , but if necessary to waste
any material, it shall be disposed of in s�� a �n�. � � present a
neat apgearance ar.d to not �struct proFer drainage or cause injury t.o
street i�roveirn�nts or to abutting propert.y.
2.8 SUBGRADE FIlVI�x: The subgrade will be accurately finist�ed to ttze
required grade using pneumatic rollers, bladinq equi�ent, and
sprin}:ling as necessary for an accurate, smooth f�r,;sh.
be required to 95� St.andard Proctor Densi ��ction will
' compacted in lifts to 95� Standard Proct4r Densi�at�nt shall be
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ITET�I 3 - CONCR��I'E AND REINFORCIlVG STR�T (STRUC'IVRE,S)
3.1 GIISERAL: Concrete shall be composed of portland c�nt, fine
aggregate, coarse aggregate, water and water di_�rsing agent properly
proportioned and mi�ed as hereinafter specified. All structural
concrete shall be 3000 psi quality unless otherwise shc�an on the plans.
3•2 MATERIAIS: Portland cement shall conforsn to the specifications and
tests for T�rp� I portland ceir�nt of the American Society for Testing
Materials, Serial Designation C-150.
Fine aggregate shall confonn to the Stanc�ard Specification for Concrete
� Aggregate, AS�I Designation C-33. In addition to the requir��t of
the ASTM Specifications, tt:e fine aggregate sha11 also conforn to the
following:
1. Loss shall not exceed ten (l00) per cent by weight in five (5)
cycles when tested for soundness in accordance with AS2Tq
Method of Test Designation C-88, excep� as noted in AS1T�I
Specification Designation C-33.
2. The amount of delerterious substances shall not exceed
Recc�rcar�nded Ferniissi.ble Limits as set forth in AS�i
Specification Designation C-33, and "other deleterious
substances" will not be allawed. .
3. The mortar, for test of fine aggregate, made and tested in
accordance with Standard Method of Test for bl�asuring
Mortar-Makir.g Properties of Fine Aggregate, AS�1 Designation
C-87, shall develop a c��rehensive strength at 7 and 28 days
of not less than 100 per cent of th�,t developed by the
motor specified in the method as the basis of cca�ensation.
Coarse aggregates sha11 conform to the Star.dard Specifications for
Concrete Aggregates, AS� Designation C-33. In addition to the
requirements of the AS�I Specifications, the coarse aggregate shall also
confozm to the follawing: -
1. Wear shall not exceed 40 per cent when tested according to
AS7.M Standard P•iethod for Abrasion of Coarse Aggregates by Use
of the Los Angeles i�lach�ne, Designation C-131.
2. Lcss shall not exceed 13 per cent by weight in five cycles
when tested for soundness in accordance with ASTM Methcd of
Test I'iesignation C-88, except as noted in AS�Z Specification
Designation C-33.
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3. The amount of deleterious svbstances shall not exceed
Reco�nded PernLi.ssible Limits as set fori-h in AS�I
Specifications Designation C-33, and "other deleterious
substances" will not be allawed.
For the Contractor's convenience, the AS'gi qradinq require�nts
applicable to thi.s project are listed hereinafter;
FIl�TE AGGREC',ATE
SIEVE SIZE - $ PASSII�
3/8Inch - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 100
No. 4 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 95 - 100
No. 8 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 80 - 100
No. 16 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 50 - 85
No. 30 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 10 - 60
rro. 50 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - l0 - 30
No. 100 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2 - lo
COARSE AGGREIGATE
SIEVE SIZE
S4. OPII�IINGS $ PASSING
2" - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
- - - 100
1��� - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
3/4" - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 95 - 100
3/8" - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 35 - 70
#4 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 10 - 30
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water for concrete shall be clean and free from oil, acid, a].kali,
organic matter, or other harmful i�urities. Water which is sui.table
for drinking or for ordinary household use will be acceptable for
concrete. ��here available, water shall be obtained frcen mains or a
water works syster.t.
3. CONCR�1'E pROFORTIGNS AND COP�SISTII�ICY; Concrete shall be
proportioned to give the necessary workability and strength and shall
conform to the follocuing governing requirenv�nts:
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Min. 28 Day Min C�nt Max. Si.ze Max. Water S1�
Coc�ressive Bags Per Of Coarse Gals. Per Inches
Strength Cu. Yd. Aggregate Bag
3000 5.5 1�" 6.75 4-6
2500 5.0 1�" 7.00 4-6
1500 (cradle) 4.0 1�" 8.00 3-4
Stabilized
Backfill 2.0 3" * 8.00 3-4
' *riay be "pit run" aggrecJate.
The proportion of fine and coarse aggregate shall be such that the
requiremP�ts of the follawing table are co�lied with:
Maxismun Size of Coarse P.ggregate Ratio of Ccarse Aggregate to Fi.ne
Aggregate�on B�sis of Dry and
Rodded Voltunes
Minina�n �u;�l
3/4" 0.6 1.5
1" and over l,p 2.p
In no case shall the amount of coarse material be such to produce
harshness in placing and honeycombir.g in the structure when fozr.�s are
resnoved. �
In the determination of the amount of water required for mix,
consideration shall be given to the moisture content of the aggregate.
The net amount o� water in the r.�ix will be the amount added at the
mixer; plus the free water in the aggregate; and minus the absorption o€
the aggregate, based on thirty (30) minutes absozption period. No water
allowance will be made for evaporation after batching.
The methods of r.ieasure of materials shs.11 be such that the propoz-;icns
of water to cement can be closely controlled durir.g the grogress of the
work and easily checked at any time by the �gineer or his
representative. Zb avoid unr.ecessazy or haphazard changes in
consistency, the aggregates sr.all be obtained from a source which ti�ill
insure uniform quality and grading during any single day's operation and
they shall be delivered to the work and handled in such a manner t-hat
t1:e variations in moisture content will not inte.rfere with the steady
production of concrete of reasonable degree of uniformity. All sources
of supply :,'hall be approved by the Ehgineer.
All �raterials shall be separately and accurately measured. r9easuresrnst
may be made by weight or by vol�sne, as rnay be elected by the Contractor;
hcwever, all E�quipme:�t for r.ieasur�nt of materials shall be subject to
approval by the Engineer.
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The proportions of the mix shal], }�e such as to pr�u� ��� �at can
be puddled readily into the corners and angles of the forms and around
i-he reinforcing without excessive spadinq, and witho��t segregation of
undue acc�sr�ulation of water or laitance on the surface.
3.4 TRiAL rII�S: At least 35 days prior to the l�eqi nn i nq o f ��crete
placing, the Contractor shall su�nit sanq�les of materials he proposes to
use and a statement of proportions proposed for severa], eoncrete mixes,
having sufficient range in sliar� to cover all placing conditions. The
�gineer will r�+�;re that laboratory tests be made and s�� �nges as
may be necessary to meet the rern�ire�� of the specifications.
Laboratozy tests on trial mixes shall shaw a 28-day strnngth 15 percent
higher than the stated minim�un 28-day strength. Fran these preliminary
tests, t�-�.e ratios betw+een 7-day and 2g..day strengths shall � -
established to determine at 7 days the strength necessaYy tc �tisfy
the required 28-day strenqths. These ratios shall be modif�:� as the
work progresses as indicated by result of tests on cylinders made fran
field mixed concrete.
If, during the progress of the work, it is found in�possible to secure
concrete of required w�rkability and strenqth r„rith �e ��rials being
furnished by the Contractor, the �hqineer may order changes in
proportions or materials, either graduation, source, or brand, or
proportions of the miYture after their having once been approved except
by specific approval of the F�qine�,r.
The Contractor shall have the prel�minary testinq done by an approved
testing laboratory, and shall pay for alI prel�mina�' tests ori
ag9z'e�Jates and test cylinders.
If Contractor shall have the prel' � testin done b an a
testing laborato ��� g y PPrO�
ry, and shall pay for a).1, preZimi.nary tests on
aggregates and test cylinders.
If Contractor can provide mix design and satisfactory test cylinder
record from a recent job using same materials, then the preliminary
test requirement will be waived,
3.5 TR�INSIT P�IIX CONCRr,'-TE; Transit mix concrete will be permitted in
lieu of mixing on the job, provided all of the follc�wing are ccmplic-d
with: .
(1) All requirements otherwise s-pecified for mixing on the job
shall apply.
(2) Sufficient transit mix equi�.�nent shall be assigned exclusively
to tt�.� project as required for continuous pours.
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(3) Satisfactozy evidences shall be fux�ished that the deLivezy of
concrete shall be continuous at regular and uni,form intexvals
without stoppages or interruptions.
(4) Al1 concrete shall be deposited in the forms within 45 minutes
after water has been added to the mix. Concrete retained in
the t��-uck longer than 45 minutes after water has been added to
the mi.x will be rejected.
3.6 TESTING AND COiv�'RpL OF rIIX DURING CONSI'RL�I'ION: SuffiCient test
cylinders will be made by the IIZgineer at int,ervals to dete�mine
ccripliance with the specifications, Co�ression tests of concrete
• cylinders will be mac� by an independent testing laboratozy, selected
and paid by the Developer and/or Contractor. The selection of fihe
laboratory shall be subject to approval by the City,
The control of proportioning and mixing of all ready mi.x, transit mix or
central plant concrete shall be under the supezvision of a trained
representative of an est�.ablished independent testing laboratory, which
laboratory has been approved by the Owrzer. The laboratozy
represer.tative shall caork in cooperation with the Engineer, and shall
furnish to the F�gir.eer a s�zy of all tests which are perform.ed and
for each concrete pour shall furnish a certificate of con�liance with the
specification. No concrete shall be poured without the la�oratorv
representative being present at the batching plant. -
All cost for services of the testing laboratory, except those tests in
connection with the r.tix design and trial batches at the L�egi nn i nq of the
project shall be borne b� the Owner. Tests are r��;red for initial
batch designs shall be paid for by the Contractor.
For concrete pours of ten cubic yards or less, the F,hgineer may waive
the requisements for a laboratory technician.
3.7 FORNLS: Forms shall be built m�rtar tight, and true to line and
grade. Studs, walers, and approved fozm ties shall be used at the
proper spacing and of the proper size to mainta,in straight lines on all
vertical surfaces. Forms for surfaces requirinq a rub fiaiish shall be
lined c�ith plywood, "P�lasonite" or other approved fo�m lining.
Forms on vertical surfaces shall r�nain in place a miniirnan of si.� (6)
hours. � Foxm,s under horizontal surfaces shall remain in piace seven (7)
days. �
3.8 PLACIr;G CONCFcETE: The Contractor shall give the Engineer at least
24 hours advance n�tice before starting to place concrete in any unit of
the structure to permit the inspection of forms, the reinforcing steel
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placement, and preparation for pourinq, Unless authorized by the
Engir.eer, no concrete shall be p1ac� in any un�t prior to the ccer�letion
of the form work and the placemP.nt of the reinforcement.
The sequence of placing concrete shall be as pravided on t� pl� or in
, the specifications. Z'he operation of depositinq and c�acty�g �
concrete shall be aonducted so as to form a cca�q�act, dense, i�ervious
mass of uniform texture which shall show sn�ooth faces on all surfaces.
The placing shall be so rec�7ulated that the pressures caused by the
plastic concrete shall not exceed the loads used in the design of foz�z7.s.
Carei-ul attention shall be given by the Contractor to the proper cvrinq
� of all concrete.
3.9 FREEZING WEATHER: When depositing concrete at or near freezing
te�ratures, the concrete shall have a te�erature of a least 50
degrees F. , but r�ot more than 120 120 degrees F,, i„�� agq�.�__iws �,z
heated. The concrete shall be maintained at a te�rature of at least
50 degrees for not less than 72 hours after placing, or until the
cencrete has thoraughly hardened. When necessa�y� coneret.e rtaterials
shall be heated before mixir_g and heating apparatus such as stoves,
salamander, etc. , sh,all be supplied to maintain tt-,e concrete at the
requl-r'ed t�m�erature. The Contractor shall be responsi,ble for the
pretection of concrete placed under any and all water conditions.
' Concrete shall not be placed on frozen or thawing base anci shall not be
poured when tecr�erature is 40 degrees, F. , and falling, Concrete may be
placed 4�hen temperature is 35 degrees, F. , and rising.
3.10 CCT'�T�G; All concrete shall be cured by keep�g ��uously wet for
seven days after pourir.g, pn surfaces which do not r
finish, the concrete may be cured by supplying a curl.n�e� a ��
of water curing if the Contractor so desires. �� g �°� � lieu
°Hunts Process" or approved equal applied as closely beh�ind�n�rete be
finishing as pos�ible.
3.11 RUB-FINISHID EXPpSEp SUp.FAC�S; the follawing exposed vertical
concrete surfaces shall be given a rubbed finish: _
The exposed vertical surfaces to a point one foot (1') below
the final ground line.
The rubbing operation shall be in accordance wi�h the follaving
provisions: As soon as fozms are r�noved, all necessary painting shall be
done. Y�hen the pointing has set sufficiently to permit it, all surfaces
rec�uiring surface finish shall be wet with a brush and given a first
sur�ace rubbing with a Pd0.1 16 carborundtun stone or an abrasive of equal
quality. Tlie rate of re�roval of forn�s shall be determined by the rate
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of the co�lete rubbing. the n�bbing shall be continued sufficiently to
bring the surface to a paste, to r�ve all forms marks and projections,
and to produce a snnoth dense surface cvithout pits or irregularities.
The use of cement to fonn a surface ste will �t be permitted. The
material which has been ground to a p�ste in this process shall be
carefully spread or brushed unifozmly over the surface and allawed to
take a reset. In general, chamfered corners shall not be rubbed in the
first surface rubbing. During the process of conditioning the cc�leted
structure for final acceptance, the surfaces of the entire structure
requiring finish shall be cleaned free from drip r,�arks arid
discolorations and shall be given a final finish ruL�bing wi.th a No. 30
carborundum stone or an abrasive of equal quali.ty, pn ��Zetion of
� this rubbing, stone or an abrasive of equal qualit�,. pn cc�letion of
this rubbing, the sur�ace shall be neatly stripped with a bnish and
mortar and the surface shall be allawed to take a reset. The surface
shall then be washed down with clean water. The entire structure shall
be left with a clean, neat and uniform appearing finish and shall be
uniform in colcr.
3.12 REIlVFOFCING STEEI,: Reinforcing steel shall�be billet steel,
intern��diat� grade, deforn�ed bars, conforming to A.S.T.M. Specification
A-15, or shall be rail steel, deformed bars o�nfornung to A.S.T.ri.
Specification A-16. All r,iill scale shall be remaved before placing and
bars shall be kept clean until concrete is placed. The steel shall be
placed in the forms as shown on the plans and shall. be r,iaintained in
place by wiring or by any other effective means approved by the
Fhgineer.
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ITET�i 4 - SUBGRADE TREA��Tr
4.1 GIIVII�AL: Excavation and �nbaril�nent shall be performed in accordance
with Item 2 and then treated as herein specified. Subgrades for all
asphalt paving shall be scarified and treated with either hydrated lime
or Portland Cement for the width of pave�nent back-to-back of curbs plus
six inches (6") on each side, with mininnun depth of six inches (6") for
residential streets, si:c and one-half inches (6�") for secondazy stseets
and seven inches (7") for major and industrial streets.
Where concrete pavement is to be plac�d on subgrade having P.I, of less
than 20, the subgrade stabilization using lime or �ement may be csnitted.
In such cases the concrete is to be placed on 2" thick sand cushion that
is placed on the finished subqrade. The concrete is to be poured
directly on the sand cushion. The sand material used for this purpose
shall be granular material having a plasticity index of not to exceed 7. -
It is not required tha.t ttiis material be a washed and gradec �--d, but
it is intended that the material be free of clay lu�s and ot��r plastic
materials. No gracling requirement is necessazy other than t�-,e
requirement that no rock or other particles in the mix shall exceed 3/4"
maximLun size. Where sand cushion is used, the subgrade shall be
finished accurately to a grade 2" below the bottam of the caoncrete slab.
The sand cushion materials shall be applied on this subgrade and
accurately finished to a uniform thiclazess of 2". In such cases where
there may be a slight inaccuracy in the subgrade elevation, such
inaccuracies may be c,orrected by the variation in thicJmess of the sand
cushion. It is not required that the sand cushien be co�acted, but it
shall be uniformly finished and sprinkied where there is any tendency
for it to be blawn or shifted by the wind.
4.2 SULGRADE TREA��N'I'; Subgrades for all asphalt pavement, and
concrete pavement where P.I. is 15 or more, or where P.I, is 10 or less
shall be treated with either hydrated lime or Portland Cem�nt.
4.2.1 LIt� TRF',AT1�VT: If natural subgrade consists of a. dirt or a
, mi::ture of dirt and clay, and has a Plasticity Index of 15 or rtnre, Lime
Treated Subgrade shall be used. If required, tests by an Independent
L�oratory shall be made prior to preparation of paving plans.
All materials and construction shall cem�ly with the requirements of
1972 Texas Highway Depart�ent Specifications Item 260, with 6� by weight
of Hydrated Lime added (4� Ibs. per inch of depth per square yard) and
compacted to 950 of Standard Proctor Density.
If requested by the Contractor, Independent Laboratory tests may be made
to determine any reduction in the amount of lime required to reduce the
plasticity index to a maxinn�n of 10, but in no case shall less than two
percent (20) of lime by weight be used. The City's �ngineer r,tust
approve this reductioi� in the amount of lime.
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4•2•2 c�'m� TRFA'Il�]T: If natural subgrade consists of sandy material,
and has a Plasticity Index of less th�1 10; C,ement Treated S�bgrade
shall be used for asphalt pavement.
All materials and construction shall co�ly with 1972 Texas Highway
Depart�a�t Specifications I�m 270, with 6$ by weight of Portland Cement
added (5 ].bs. per inch of depth per square yard) and cc�acted to 95�
Standard Proctor Density.
If request�d by the Contractor, Independent Laboratory tests may be made
to deterniine any reduction in the amount of cement required., but in no
case shall less than two percent (20) of cement by weight be used. The
City's Ehgineer must approve this reduction in atrount of Portland
cem�nt.
4.3 N�TERIAL REQUIRII��ITS: Hydrated lime to be used for soil
stabilization shall meet requirements of Texas Highway Department
Specification Item 264:'��Portland cem�nt to be used for soil
stabilization shall meet recn�i rements of Texas Hi,.ghc�ay departrn�nt
Specification Item 270.
4.4 CONSTRUCTION METfiODS: It is the intent of this specification to
require the stabilizing material to be thoroughly and uniformly mixed
with the subgrade material, with the proper moisture content, and that
mixing be continued using proper equipment until the lir.�, or cement, is
thoroughly mi�;ed and the soil is thoroughly pulverized so that no clods
or chunks remain, Some fornn of pulverizing equi�nt will be required,
such as those machines designed to work on a windaw and thoroughly
pulverize the material. Mixed and wetted material shall be pulled out
of the windaw in thin layers, bladed and rolled and thoroughly compacted
until the finished grade is attained. In general, the m.i_xing,
cc�action, ��inishing and curing shall �ly with Texas Highway
Departr;�nt S�ecification Item 262 for lir.ie stabilization and
Speci�ication Item 270 for Portland cement stabilization.
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IT�NI 5 - CONCRET� PAVING
U5.1 GIIVF.�AL: The specification covers the c�nstruction of concrete
paving. The typical section and the elevations for paving shall be as
shavn on the plans. Subgrade treatment wi.u, },� depe�dent u�on the
plasticity index of the native soil at suk�grade level. The typical
section for each of these conditicns shall be shawn on the plans.
' 5.2 CII��VT: Cement shall be Z� I in accordance with ASTM 15Q and TFID
Item 360.
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5.3 ADMIX: None required.
5.4 COARSE A��RF�TE; Coarse aggregate shall conforra to TFID It�n 360
and the graciing from that specification is quoted as follaws:
, , Retained on 1-3/4" sieve -- 0�
', , P,etained on 1-1/2" sieve ----- 0 - 5$
Retained on 3/4" sieve - - 30 - 65�
Retained on 3/8" sieve --- -- 70 - 90�
Retained on No. 4 sieve — 95 - 100g
5.5 FII�TE AGG�EC',t,TE: Fine aggregate shall co�ll ��1� '�'�ID Specification
Item 360 and the grading frora that specification is quoted as follaos:
Retained on 3/8" sieve �$
Reta�ned on No. 4 sieve -- - 0 - 5�
Retained on No. 8 sieve ---- 0 - 20�
Retained on No. 16 sieve - -- 15 - 30�
Retained on P1o. 30 sieve — 35 - 75$
Retained on No. 50 sieve -- - ------ 70 - 90s
Retained on No. 100 sieve -------- 90 - 100g
Retained on No. 200 sieve ----- - 97 - 100s
5.6 wATER: ti�ater as used in cnncrete rux for this project shall
generally cor�ly with the requirer�ents of potable water, arid fuz-t-her,
shall ccrr�ly with T�-ID Specification Item 360. -
5.7 PROPORTIOP�ING OF CpNC�i�; Concrete mix for pavi.ng shall conform to
TI� Specitication 364.2 "Class A Concrete". A part of the require�c+�n�s
of tY�.e 'I'f-ID Specification is listed as follaws;
Minin;i.un Sacks of CEment per C1i. Yd. 5
Minir.a.3n Co�ressive Strength at 2g Days 3,000 p,s.i.
Max'i.rn.un taater Gement Ratio b.S gals, per sack
S1� �ge 1 to 3 In.
Minirrnu;t Flexural Strength at 7 Days 575 p.s.i.
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5.7.1 D1IX DESIQv: The Contractor shall prepare a mix design through a
carranercial laboratory and report campressive and flexural test results
to the �hgineer prior to the beginninq oi paving w�ork. Gradation tests
of the aggregate used in the mi.x shall also be reported. Thi,s
laboratory work shall be paid for by the Contractor.
5.7.2 GFN�RAL C'fiAI2P,CTERISTICS OF MIX: The w�rkability and other general
characteristics of the mi�; shall confo� to the requirements of TfID
Specification 360.4.
5•* REIN�'�RCING STCEL: Reinforcing steel shall be provided in the sizes
and lengttLs as shown on the plans and shall be properly tied and
supported at the positions in the slab as indicated. Reinforcing steel
shall other wi.se confo�n to the TFID Specification Item 360.2.
5.9 PLACING AND RE�ZOVING FORI�'iS: The s�ubgrade under forms shall be
accurately cut so that the form has firm support for its length.
Forr�ina ar_d removal of forms for concrete pacing shall in general corr�ply
- c�ith 'I'�� Specification Item 360.6, c�ith some of �he essential
requirem�nts listed as follaws:
l. On Site mixers are preferred and transit mix concrete wi1.I
require a special pexmit frcm the Fhgineer,
2. Mixing and batching equipment is subject to the E�igineer's
approval. _
3• Mixing tune shall not be Iess than 50 seconds or more than 90
seconds after all ingredients are in the dr�n,
4. All concrete must be placed within 30 minutes from beginning
of the mi.xing operation. .
5.11 PAVE���v-T SUBGRADE: Where subgrade is lime or cem�it stabilized,
the finishing shall be to a tolerance of 4" before primer is applied.
6Jhere a sand cushion is provided for the ade a
subgr , subgrade planner
shall be provided for maunting on forms in accordance with TfD
Sgecification Item 360.3. The forms shall be metal forms in accordance
��ith Tf-ID Specification Item 360.3.
5.13 CGNCR�t'� SPREC'1DER: A self-propelled concrete spreader and
strike-ozf rnachine will be required in accordance with TI� Specification
It�n 360.3.
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5.13 VIBRA'PORY EQUIPMII�Tr: Mechanical vibratory equigrent iri accordance
, with TI� Specification Item 360,3 will be required and shall be opexated
, ahead of the transfer finishing machine. Co�lete consolidation of
concrete will be required.
, 5.14 SPRE.ADING APdD FINISHING: Wherever possible the concrete paving
; shall be finished with a pawer-driven machine. hand finishing will be
i permitteci at intersections and other places where machine finishing is
, not feasible. Spreading, con�acting and finishing shall c�ly in
general with Tf�ID Specification Item 360.8.
' S.15 OPTIONAL EQUIPN�IT: The Contractor, at his discretion, may use a
"traveling form paver". All other reguiremP,nts are to be com�lied with.
5.16 FINISHING E7QUIPMEIVT: The finishing machine shall be designed to
ride on the forms and to accurately finish the surface to the specified -
� grades. In general, finishi.ng ecluiPmFxit shall confo�n to Tt�
, Specification Item 360.3.
' � 5.17 CONSTRUCTION JOINTS: Stoppage of concrete placement shall be
, either at an expansion joint or at a construction joint. Constsuction
joints and weakened plane joints shall have c�ontinuous reinforcing steel
through the joint and shall co�ly in general wi.th TfID Specification Item
360.6.
' S.18 EXPANSIOPd JOINTS: Joint assembly, inclucling dowels and presrolded
filler, shali be as shawn on the plans. A removable strip shall be
placed at the top of the premolded filler so that it can be removed and
the sealer material installed. The joint sealer shall be "Hot Poured
�bber" in accordance with 'I�ID Specification 360.2, Class 2. Before
' applying the sealer material, the joi.nt surfaces shall be clean and c1.ry,
and free of curing co�rqx�uncl, oil or .any other material that would
prevent the sealer frcen adt-,ering to the concrete surface. The premolded
filler shall be PVC foam joint filler, such a "Rodofoam" as manufactured
', i by Electrovert, Inc. The grade of the material shall be semi-rigid.
, j F�pansion joints shall otherwise conform to T�ID Specification item
�' I� 360.7. _
I� 5.19 OTF-�ER JOINTS: Weakened plane joints {sawed joints) , contraction
�oints, and longitudinal joints shall comply with the details shoran on
the plans. In addition to the plan requirements, the construction of
these joints shall comply with Tf-ID Specification Item 360.7.
5.20 PRCf�EC.'TION FROM TRP.FFIC: This Contractor shall place barricades
and othenaise protect the slab to insure that no traffic gets on the
slab until it has cured for at least 7 days.
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5.21 CURING: �diately after finishing operations have been
ccxr�pleted, the concrete shall be cured wi,th either Water cu�.e or
membrane curing co�ound. Water curing may be done with mats or other
approved methods that would insure the concrete is kept wet for a
min�innun of 72 hours. Curing c�Ound where used shall cc�ly wi.th TfID
Specification Item 360.2. C1�ring of concrete, whether by water cure or
curing cc�ound, shall co�ly with TFID Specification Item 360.10.
5.22 SUPERIr�OSID CURB: The superir�osed curb shall be constructed as
sha,m on the plans. Joints in the curb shall match joints in the
pav�nt. Concrete for the curb shall be proportioned Simila�. to .�t
for the paving, with the e.�cception that a top size of 1" aggregate shall
be used. The superii�osed curb is a small e.xposed section, and
particular attention shall be given to proper curinq of this item.
5.23 GRADE AND AI,IG�1T: A the begi nnirig of this project, the E�gineer
will provide tack pointed offset stakes at intervals of 100 ft. These
stakes will be offset frcan the back of the outside curb a convenient
distance to permit all operations without disturb.a.ng this staJce.
Inforn�ation given on these stakes will be as follaws:
1. Station N�m�ber
2. Offset distance from back of curb
3. Elevation of hub will be given in tabular form separately
It will be this Contractor' responsibility to maint�in these stakes and
to use this information fore all other horizontal and vertical control
requ�red. This contractor will be required tA furnish experienced
personnel to do this work. The plans will shav top of curb elevation
for the median curb and for the outside curbs. This Contractor will set
all fozzns using this data, blue tops for fine grading sui�grade, and all
other vertical and horizontal control required.
5.24 TESTING AND QUALITY CONTROL DUR.II�IG CO�TSTRUCTION: This Contractor
shall furnish the following at his own cost and expense:
1. Ba.tch Plant Control frcm a qualified c�rcial laboratory.
This person shall be competent to determine free moisture
in aggregates and make needed adjustments in control of the mix
and the sltmip.
2. Make four compression test cylinders each day, with two
to be broken at 7 days and tw� to be broken at 28 days.
3. P�1ake two test beams of each day's paving operatior_ to be
broken at 7 days.
4. Report test results to Contractor and City.
This Contractor shall provide proper curir:g facilities for the test
specir,�ns in accordance with the applicable ASTM Specifications.
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I`l�' i 6 - ASPF�LTIC CO�tCRLTE PAVII�1'.0
', 6.1 GII�R11L: This item shall consist of a binder course, a levella.ng-up
, , course, a surface course, or any c�ination of these courses as shaan
'I on the plans each to be co�osed of a co�acted mixture of mineral
�, aggregate aiid asphaltic materials, and shall be constructed on the
', previously co�leted and approved subqrade, svb base course� base
, I, course, all in accordance with these specifications and in confornity
, '�� with the lines, grades, quantities and typical sections as shac,an on the
', '� plans and/or established in the field by the �gineer.
' I The materials and methods shall be a specified herein.
' 6.1 LABORATORY TESTS: In addition to the tests �,;red for subgrade,
the Contractor snall provide for services of approved laboratory to
perfozm tests for the asphaltic concrete. The laboratozy shall furnish,
, , through the Contractor, a design mix and the laboratory sha:_- provide
', batch control for the hot-mix asphaltic ooncrete. The laborato�y shall
, maJ:e two (2) density tests for each block of pavem�ent and one (1)
, stability test for the project. Upon coi�letion of the work and before
', final acceptance and final payn�nt, pavement thiclmess tests shall be
, made by core drilling at least two (2) locations per blocJ:.
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constzuction shall be in accordance with Texas Highway Depart�rent
, Specification Item 340, except as may be herein modified. Coarse
aggregate shall be limited to crushed limestone.
6.2.1 PRIt�iE CpAT: The asphaltic material for prime coat shall meet the
requir�nents for c�t-back asphalt RC-2 or DIC-1, 1972, Texas Highway
Department Standard Specifications Item 300 and It�n 312.
The primer ccat shall be applied, as directed by the Ehgineer, with an
approved sprayer at a rate not less than 0.30 gallons per squ��re yard of
surface. All contact surfaces of gutters, manholes, valve l�oxes,
i structures, etc. shall be gainted as required and directed by the
, E�gineer.
' Prime coat shall not be applied when the air ter.�erature is bela� 60° F.
and falling but it may be applied when the air ten�rature is above 50°
F, and is rising. Asphaltic materiai shail not be placed when general
weather conditions, in the opinion of the F�gineer, are not suitable.
6.2.2 TACh COAT: The asphaltic material for tack coat shall meet the
reauirei;�ents for cut-back asphalt RC-2 or P-:C-2, ASTri D-597-46, and
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D-598-46. Eefore the asphaltic mi.xture is laid, the surface upon which
the tack coat is to be placed shall be cleaned thoroughly to the
satisfaction of the City Engineer. The surface shall be given a uniform
application of tack coat applied, as directed by the glqineer� �,aith an
approved sprayer at a rate not t�o exceed 0.10 gallon per square yard of
surface. tiv'here the mi.xture will adhere to the surfac� on whi.ch it is to
be placed without the use of a tack coat, the tack coat may be
eliminated if approved by the City �hgineer. A11 contact surfaces of
curbs and structures and all joints shall be painted with a thin uniform
coast of the asphaltic material for tack ooat. The tack coat shall be
rolled with a pne�tic tire roller when directed by the City �gineer.
� 6.2.3 HOT-MIX ASPHALT: The hot-mix asphaltic ooncrete shall comply cuith
the requisem�nts of 1972 Texas Highway Departr;�nt Specifications, Item
340, (Class "A") , wi�h coarse acrgregate limi.ted to crushed liir�estone.
After the prine coat has been absorbed by the subgrade, it shall be
surfaced with hot mi.Y asphaltic concrete of the mini.r.nn;� thiclmesses for
the various types of streets as follows:
TYPE STRF.�r ASPHALT THIQ4v'ESS NO. & DE�Z�-i LAYERS
Resiclential 5" �vo - 3�" and 1;"
Secondaxy 6 Z�� Three - 3", 2�� & ].�'�
P�9aj or & Industrial 7" Three - 3", 2�",& 12"
The paving mi.Ytures shall be for a Coarse Graded Base Course and for a
Coarse Graded Surface Course, with a laboratory density bett��een 94 and
98 percent and laboratoiy stability of not less than 45 nor more than
55.
The Contractor will be required, at his expense, to iurnish continuous
plant control of the hot-r.� asphaltic concrete ni�-ture by securing the
services of an independent testing laboratory approved by the City, as
per Item 6.1.
6.3 PEN�1L'i'Y FOR DEFICIIIVT THICF�JESS: When the average thiclmess is
consistently less than the ticlmess specified (Cores to be tal:en as
directed by the City Ehgineer) , the City shall requise ar� overlay for
the full widtr. of pavement between gutter of required thiclmess, but in
no case less than one-half i.nch (2") , at the contractor's expense, or
the City shall have the option of assessing a penalty against tl:e
Contractor or the De��eloper which shall be paid to.the City on the
following basis:
P�hen the average thickr.ess of the hot-mix surface in a block or any area
of t�oenty ('l0) square yards or more within the block, is consistently
less than th� thic.�cness specified, but not more than one-half ir.ch (2")
deficient, the unit price of the deficient areas shall be reduced by a
per:alty per square yard that �aill be co�uted as follows:
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Specified Thiclmess
For assess�nt of penalty, the City shall be furnished a �ertiiied oopy
of the Contractor's Proposal to the Developer Shc�wing � �t Price
for the hot-m.i.x svrfacing, or the City may dete�mine t�.,e unit price from
average unit prices prevailing in the vicinity,
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ITII�� 7 - STORM DRAII�IS
7.1 GIIVII2�L: The City Ehgineer shall ha.ve the right to limit the am�unt
of trench that shall be opened or partially opened at any time in
advance of the installation and also the amount of the trench r.ot
backfilled.
7.2 CLASSIFICATION: Without regard to materials encountered, all trench
excavation shall be unclassified and shall be designated as
"Unclassified Trench F.��cavation". It is to be distinctly understood
that any reference to rock or any other material on the plans or in the
specifications is solely for the Owner's and Ccntractor's information
and is not to be takeri as an indi.catian of classification.
7.3 SHORING AND SI�ATHIPIG: Whenever necessary the sides of the trench
shall be braced atid rendered secure, and either open or closed sheathing
used, as directed by the Ehgineer. Sheathing and bracing shall re.m�.�i.n
in place until the trenches are backfilled. Such sheathing and bracing
shall be dcne at the Contractor's expense, unless left pez�,-inently in
. place by order of the �gineer, �n which case such sheath.ing and
bracing, and only such, will be �aid for as an extra, unless othezwise
provided for. When left in trenches, sheathing shall be cut off one
foot (1') belc,w the surface of natural ground or street subgrade.
7.4 INTERr'ERII�TC� WITH EXISTIlVG ST�tUCI'[JRF',S: In excavating and
backfillir.g trenches, special care naist be taken not to rer,�ve or injure
any existing gas, water, sewer, or other pipes, conduits or structures
without eYplicit instructions by the Engineer. If necessa�y, the
Contractor shall, at his cwn expense, sling, shore up and/or ott:en•�ise
secure and maint�in a continuous flaw in said stsuctures or conduits and
shall repair any and all damages dor.e to them. F�hern�re, the
Contractor shall maintain the said.structures or oonduits in good repair
until acceptance of the completed cvork and shall leave ther.l in as good
cond.ition as when encountered.
Should it be necessary to relocate utility lines that lie within the
storm drain section, the respective utility awning the line or lines
will relocate the said line or lines at no cost to the Contractor. The
Contractor shall notify tl;e utility concerned a sufficient am�unt of tiir�
in advar.ce and provide suitable access to the k�rk so that a minir.:�.un of
interference and inconvenience to all parties concerned is affected.
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All fire hydrants shall be left uncavered and accessi.ble. TY�.e
, Contractor shall, at his awn expense, pr�ovide for all water caurses
gutters �-uzd cirains interrupted by the w�rk and shall replace those �
', locatecl outside the limits of the existing or proposeci pavement in as
, g�od condition as he found them.
7.5 TRE[�ICH EXCAVATIGAT: The excavated trench must be wi�.e enough for
sat�.sfactory joint cx�rk and backfilling.
In case a fizm foundation is not encountered at the grade established by
the �gineer, the City �gineer may direct the Contsactor to remove the
unstable material to a dept.h which will produce a uniform and stzble
� foundation when bacxfilled with gravel. The grade shall be refilled to
a proper elevation with gravel of a quality satisfactozy to the City
�gineer, and tF:oroughlY c�acted.
', When rock is encountered in trer.ch excavation, the trench �?-��� �
excavated to a miniirnun depth of six inches (6") , belcw the N��t�n of the
pipe, refilled with sand or gravel of a quality satisfactor� to the City
E.hgineer, and thorc�ughly co�acted tA fo�n a uniform bedding for the
, PiPe-
Should the trenches be excavated belaw the grade shown on the Plans, or
established by the Engineer, they shall be refilled to the prcper grade
with gravel of a quality satisfactory to t,tie Ehqineer, and �horougnly
, corr�acted.
, 7.6 FRF.CAST CONCRETE PIpE; Precast concrete pipe shall be manufactured
in accordance with AS�I Specification C-76-64T, Table III with ��7a11 "A"
thickness and circular reinforcerc�nt.
' A Certificute of Test fran an apprc�ved independent testing laboratory
shall be furnished for all concrete pipe, and the laboratory's sta�r.� of
apprcval shall be placed on each joint of pipe to be used in ttie work.
', ' The cost of the laboratory testing and st��mpinq will be paid for by the
Contractor and will be considered as subsidiary r,,rork pert���g � �e
� various items ot the contract.
' �hop made specials shall be used for the connection of all intersecting
pipes where the main line is 30" in diameter or smaller and mar�zole is
net to be constn:cted. The angle of intersection of the specials shall
be 60 degrees.
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7.7 CAUSE FOR RFJECrION: In addition to the r�+�i,-Pr�,�,1ts listed under
the ASTP�7 Specifications, the pipe will be svbject to inspection at all
times prior to placing. 'i'ne pipe will be subject to rejection if it
iai�s to con�ly with the ASTt�i Specifications or because of any of the
followi.ng:
1. Where pezr.tissible variations are �ceeded.
2. Failure to give a clear ringing sound when placed on end and
tapped with a light hammer.
3. E�cposed or misplacemexit af reinforcennnt.
4. Incomplete or in�roper mixing of the concrete.
5. Unauthorized patchi.ng.
6. Cracks sufficient to impair the strength, durability or
- serviceability of the pipe. .
7. Porous spots on ei.ther the inside or outside of the pipe.
8. Insecure attachment of spurs or brar,ches.
7.8 INSTALLIPdG PIPE: Prior to being placed in the trench, each sectior.
of pipe shall be carefully inspected. Sections o� pipe not meeting the
requireirents shall be permanently removed from the work wi�u.n ten (10)
hours after rejection.
All l�s or excrescences on the ends of the pipe sections shall be
rel*ioved before being placed in the trench. No pipe shall be placed
except in the presence of the City Engineer's representat���e and the
representative may order the r�val and relaying of pipe r.ot so placed.
Pipes having minor defects (defects of a nature not sufficientl.y serious
to cause their rejection) shall be placed so as to bring such defects to
the top half of the pipe when installed.
Nbrtar for the joint shall be of one pa.rt Portland C�nt and two parts
brick sand by voltune, with hydrated lime added in the amount of ten
percent (10 0) of ceir�nt by vol�nne. The ca�leted joints shall be
- protected frcm drying cut by Hunt's Process or equal m�mbrane curing
com.pound. "Ram-Nek" type joints na� be used with the City's approval.
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Before laying the interior of the socket shall be carefully wipe� ��.�
and clean, and the annular spa� shall be kept free fran dirt, stones or
water.
During laying, the ends of the pipe shall be clean�d and m�istened
i�ediately before laying so that when the mort�r is placed against the
tongue and groove, the pipe shall not absorb m�isture frcxn the r,z�rt�r.
No free surface water shall be on the pipe when m��� is placed.
The contractor shall remove all water from the excavation by p�utg�ing,
bailing or draining, as all trenches and other excavated arear r�st be
• free fr� water when pipe is laid, and/or concrete is placed.
Al1 pipe shall be laid carefully, socket upqz-acle� spigot end fu11y
extended into the adjacent socket and true to line and grade given.
Each section shall have a full firm bearinq throughout its ��gt�, A11
joints shall be tightly fitted tcgether and ccm�letely filled with
mortar composed of one part cem�ent and tw� parts sand. The m�r��x. shall -
be placed so as to fozm a durable watertight joint. After an�r section
of pipe is laid and before any succeeding section is placed, the lawer
portion of the socket of the pipe in place and the upper portion of the
spigot of the succeeding section shall be plastered thoroughly with
mortar to such a depth a,nd in such a m.anr-1er as to bring the i nn�
surfaces of the abutting pipes flush and even when in place:_
After the succeeding section is laid, the remairider of the joint shall
be co�letelyfilled with rmrtar (inside and outside the pipe) and
sufficient additional mortar shall be used to form a bead arour.d the
outside of the joint. The inside of the joint sr.�.11 then be wi�d and
finished smooth,
The inside of small diameter pipe shall be wiped clean with a wad r.�ade
of a sack filled with hay and large enough to tightly fill the pipe.
The wad shall be attached to a rod or cord; shall at all times be kept
in the pipe and shall be pulled ahead past each joint as soon as the
joint is finished. Completed joints shall be iirm�ediately aovered with
burlap and kept wet until backfill is placed.
7.9 PIPE BIDDING AND BACF�II�I,: All Fit-run sand
bedding and backfill shall meet the follawin rey �avel used for pipe
shall be ins�cLed by City representative ahead of bac�kfiilir�g.l pi�e
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Cradation:
Screen Size � Retained Sieve Size � Retained
2" Oo �4 40- 80�
1" 0-100 #100 95-100g
�Z" 20-50%
Trench backfill shall be classified as "Within the £�ight-Of�7ay of
Public Streets".
7.10 TRF�IC�i BAQ�'ILL WITHIN THE RIQ�T'-0E-WAY OF PUB.LIC STRF�TS:
(1) Pit-run sandy gravel, of a c�uality satisfactoxy to th�
�gir.eer, shall be placed at the bottam of the trench
preceding the placing of the concrete pipe. This gravel
shall be placed such that it will be siightly above tr�e
underside of the pipe after cc�action, and to a depth between
3 and 6 inches under t�:e concrete pipe. After the campac+-,..ion
the gravel shall be fine graded. The thiclmess of the gravel
placed under the pipe shall be reasonably uniform, and shall
be compacted by tamping, and with the addition of water where
necessary. -
(2) After concrete pipe has been laid, the joints riade, pit-run
sandy gravel as above specified shall be placed under t1:e
haunches of the pipe, on the sides of the pipe, and to a
height above the pipe such that the gravel will be at least 12
inches above the top of the pipe after the gravel has been
settled. The gravel sha11 be placed equally on both siaes of
the pipe in order that the pipe will not be displaced, and if
necessary, the pipe shall be blccked against the sides o� the
trench to insl:re that no displac�nt occurs. The gravel
placed under the haunches of the pipe sha11 be worked into
place by hand during the time it is deposited in the tre.*�ch.
After the gravel has been placed adjacent to and over the
pipe, then this gravel shall be co�acted by jetting wi:'z
water, with a 1-inch pipe of sufficient length to reach tr.e
bottom of the pipe, on a hose of sufficier.t size to furr.ish
the large quantity of water necessary and of an adequate size
to provide the required pressure regardless of the d.ist�*�ce
from the soul-ce of the water.
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(3) The remainder of the trench shall be backfilled in such a
manner (jetting, mechanical tanpinJ, rolling, etc.) as to
obtain in all cases a density not less than 95 percent of the
Standard Proctor Density. After sufficient time has elapsed
for the free mr�isture to be gone fr�n the pit-run sai:d�� gravel
placed as outlined abave, the remainder of the trench sr.all be
backfilled with matez-ial excavated fran the trenc;ll, exceot
that no rocks larger than 2" shall be used in tt,.e bac}cfill,
and material from rock or shale excavations shall not be used.
At locations where the excavated materi.al, is fran rock cr
shale formations, or where the material is such that is not
suitable for compaction b�, the ��� }��g u�, �� ��
material shall be disposed of otherwise and acceptabie
substitute backfill material shall be pravided and plac�d as
required. If jetting is selected as the method com�ac'-�.ion,
the procedure autlined below is the minimtun accepta'ple:
The backfill shall be placed in layers not exc��i,�q 4
feet in thiclmess loose, and each layer s}�a11 �e
thoroughly jetted with water after the earth backfill has
dried out reasonably well; then the entire backfill,
including the pit-run qravel, shall be jetted a fir.?1
time. Jetting operations shall be done with a pipe of
suf�icient length to reach the bottc�n of the storm crain
PiPe. With adequate hose and sufficient pressure t.o �o
the work thoroughly and properly; the jetting pi�e �'�all
be applied so that the top of the backfill is settlec
first and then shall proceed further into the mater_al
until the bottom of the pipe is reached. The jetti_g
PiPe shall be used on both sides of the storm drair. pipe
and at intervals of not more th�azz 5 feet along eaci: side.
If inechanical tan�inq is selected as the method of co,*�xction,
the procedure outsane� �1� is the minimi,un acceptable:
The backfill material shall be placed in layers rot
exceeding 6" loose thicJazess. The moisture content cf
the material being tamped sha11 be unifo�_and near the
oPtu�n moisture content for the material. In case tt-�e
material being placed does not have the proper mois�u.re,
then the i:�aterial shall be dried out or additional
moisture shall be added by satisfactozy r.�ethods
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such that the additional water is distributed unifonnl.y
throughout the material being placed, The layers of
backfill shall be reduced in thiclmess when satisfactory
compaction cannot be obtained with the equipn�ent being
used.
If rolling is selected as the method of ca�action, the
procedure outlined below is the miniirn� acceptable:
Rolling equipment shall not be placed in the trench until
at least 24 inches of materials has be�n placed over the
top of the stozm drain pipe, at least 18 inehes of which
shal.l confo�m with these backfill specifications as
related to the r,un'1mmi Proctor Density. The backfill
material shall be placed in layers not exceeding 8 inches
loose thic}mess. The mQisture content in the material
being rollc�' shall be uniform and near the optinn�n
moisture content for the material. In case the material
beir.g placed dces not have the proper moisture, then the
material shall be dried out or additicnal mr�isture sh�11
be added by satisfactory methods such that the additional
water is distributed uniformly throughout the materiai
being placed. The layers of backfill shall be reduced in
thickr,ess when satisfactozy co�action cannot be obtained
wi�.h the equipment being used. --
(4) In the case where '-�.Y��e storm drain is located underneath
existing or prcposed pavement, the entire trench excavation
shall be backfilled with pit-run sandy gravel or field sand.
The pit-run sanuy gravel or field sand may be placed in loose
layers not e�ceeding 4 feet in thickness and shall be jetted
as outlined above. .
(5) The Contractor will make the necessary laboratory tests at his
expense to determine the density obtained, The Contractor
shall schedule his operations and shall use such methods and
construction egerations so that representative tes�s of
campaction can be obtained. _
7.1I CCPICRETE BOX C[,TLVEFZT, I�.Ai�TfIOLES AND IIVLEI'S:
7.11.1 DESCRIPTION: The worY as herein prescribed shall consist of t1�e
fu��iishing of all materials and construction in accordance with the
-- detailecl drawings, for the boY culvert, m-�nholes, and inlets as shc�m on
the plans or established by the �gineer, including
excavation and
backfill, concrete, reinforcing steel, castings, fittings, and storri
drain cornections, ce�lete in place.
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7.11.2 I�TERIr�LS: ps11 materials shall can�ly wi.th It�n 3 - Concrete and
Feinzorcing Steel (Stnictures) ,
7.11.3 CONSTRUCTION: Al1 construction of culvert mariholes and inlets
shall comply with Item 3 - Concrete and Reinforcing Steel (Structures) .
Backfilling for box culvert and winq walls sha11 consist of pit-run
sandy gravel for a distance of approximately tw�o feet (2') in back of
walls and suitable excavated materials for the rer,aind� of the backfill
ccrr�pacted by hand or jetting to not less than 9po Standard proc.�r
Density. The ccn�action shall not be acc�].�.shed until the concrete
has attained 28 day strenqth,
Inlets and manholes within the propo,ed paVe�►ent width shall be
backfilled with pit-run sandy gravel as specified under storm drains,
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ITII�i 8 - STF�ET NAt4E SIQVS
8.1 DESCRIPTION: Street name signs shall be installed at locatio.*is
shct,Tn on the plans and in accordance with the s�pecification rc�+,;--es�nts
contained herein. A street narre sign shall be provided for each
individual street at the location specified. Where two or more n.�me
signs are required at the satr� location a ca�t�on street post r�ay be
llS2C�.
8.2 STREET N11ME SIGNS: Street name signs shall be made of al�i.ntnn
havu:g a miniurnun thiclmess of 0.072 inch. The signs shall be 6 inches
in height and 18 inches, 24 inches, 30 inches or 36 inches in ler.gth
� depending upon the rnunber of letters in the street narne. The follaaing
info�mation shall be set forth on the sign:
Direction of STreet
Name of Street
2� of STreet (Street, Boulevard, Avenue, etc.)
Block Address Ntur�r ,
Street signs shall have r,�dium green background with white letters and
approved by the street superintendent. Locations shall be as speci�ied
by the street superintendent.
8.3 STREET POST AND CAP: The street post shall consist of a- post and
cap. The post shall be 2-3/8 inches in diameter and have a mini�an wall
thickness of 0.072 inch thiclazess and shall be of galvanized tubi.g.
The post shall have a miniirnIIn of 10' , 0". The post shall be installed
in a bored hole having a mininnnn diameter of 18 inches and a mini�-a�n
depth of 22 feet. The post shall be embedded in 2500 psi concrete in
the bored hole.
The street post cap shall consist of a cap 2� inches in d.iarneter ar:d
shall be made of aliuninuri having a miniirnnn thicJmess of 0.072 inc::es.
The cap shall have a slot 4 inches in length, 1-1/16 inches in heignt
and shall be furnished with two self locki.ng bolts.
II.4 STREE�r SIQ�t BRA�CEi: The street sign bracket shall be of a1L.-�.in�
having slots 4 inches in length, 1-1/16 inches in height and shal'_ have
4 self lockir_g bolts.
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ITFi'�4 9 - CITY STANDARDS
9•1 G��I,: At intezvals, the City Elzgineer's office will havz
dracoir.gs shawing Construction Standards that are to apply for cet.�ls of
curb and gutters, drainage structures, street details, etc.
Construction shall confors.i to the Construction Standards, as apalicable,
unless written approval is granted by the City IIzgineer for variat=ons.
9•2 AVAILABILITY OF STANDARDS: Planners may obtain copies of Cit_�
design standards at sai?� costs that reproduction firms use at that
particular time.
Copies of City Standards may be di.rect prints or reproducible copies on
sheets 22" x 36" sizes.
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CITY OF GRAPEVINE, TEXAS
STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS FOR CONSTRUCTION
ti9ATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTE�I
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SP�IITARY SEWER SYSTEM
PASSED AND APPROVID
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CITY COUNCIL
OF THE
CITY OF GRAPEVINE, TEX1�S
NOVII�IBER, 1982
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TABLE OF �NTII�7TS
ITEM NO. DFSCRIPTION PAGE
Item 1 Gerieral Requir�ents 1-1
Item 2 E�cavation, Backfill and Pipe �chnent 2-1
Itesn 3 Concrete and Reinforcing Steel 3-1
Item 4 Cast Iron Pipe and Fittings 4-1 _
It�n 5 Installing Cast Iron Pipe and Fittings 5-1 �'���
Item 6 Concrete Pressure Pipe 6-1
Item 7 Installing C.oncrete C�Linder Pipe 7-1
Item 8 Asbestos-Cement Pipe and Fittings 8-1
Item 9 Valves and Valve Installation 9-1
Item 10 Fire Hydrants 10-1
Itesn 11 P�iC Pipe Sewers - 11-1
Iten 12 Vitrified Clay Pipe �wers � 12-1
Item 13 Manholes and Cleanouts 13-1
Item 14 F�filtration Tests 14-1
Item 15 E�mbechnent MaLerial 15-1
Item 16 PVC Pipe for Water Lines 16-1
Item 17 Thrust Blocking and other Minor Uses of - 17-1
. 1500 PSI Concrete -
Ite�n 18 Sterilization and Testing of Water Lines 18-1
Item 19 House Service Connections 19-1
�tem 20 Street C�ts & Bores 20-1
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DETAIL SPECIFICATIONS
ITFM 1 - GII�AL R�UIRII��[V'I'S
1.1 MATERIAI,S: These specifications are intended to be so written that
only materials of the best quality and grade will be furnished. The
fact that the specifications may fail to be sufficiently c��lete in
some detail will not relieve the Contractor of full responsibility for
providing materials of high quality and protecting th�n adequat�ly until
incozporation in the project. '�e specifications for materials set out
the minin�n standard of quality which the City of Grapevine believes
necessary to procure a satisfactozy project. No substitutions will be
' necessary tA proclire a satisfactory project. No substitutions will be
perr,titted until the Contractor has received written perr,tission of the
City to make a substituticn for the material which has been specified.
Where the term "Or 1lpprovecl Fqual" is used, it is understood that if a
material, product or piece of equiprr�nt of the specified nai� and
quality is furnished it will be approvable, as the particular trade name
and quality was used for the puzpose of establishing a standard of
quality acceptabl� to the City. If a product of any other name is
proposed for use, the E�g�neer's approval thereof must be obtained
before the proposed substitute is procured by the Contractor. Wherever
the term "Or Fqual" is used, it is understood to n�an "Or Approved
�al". __
Where the terms "Or Approved Equal" or "Or Equal" are not used, the
contractor shall furnish the material as specified and no substitutions
will be allowed. Where the tern "Owner" appears herein, it shall be
assurned to be th� City of Grapevine, Texas.
1•2 �r�ORHI'•9ANSHIP: These specifications contain detail instzuctions and
descriptions covering the major items of construction and w�orJ�zship
necessary for builcLing ar_d co�leting the various units or eler�.nts of
the project. The specifications are intended to be so written that o�ly
first class worlananship and finish of the best grade and quality will
result. The fact that these specifications may fail to be so corrg�lete
as to cover all details will not relieve the Contractor of full
responsibility for providing a ccm�leted project of high quality, first
class finish and appearance, and satisfactory for operation, all within
the apparent intent of the plans and specifications.
1.3 HANDLING MA7.�RIALS N� APPROVID: The Contractor shall rErrnve from
„ the site any materials found to be damaged, and any materials not
meeting the specifications. These materials shall be removed prc�-�tly,
unless the Fhgineer will accept the materials after repairing.
I�laterials found to be damaged, or not acceptable to the �gineer, shall
be removed if installed and then found to be dar�aged or not acceptable.
Inspection before installation shall not relieve the Contractor from any
responsibility to f-urnish gocr? quality materials.
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1.4 CZEARING AND GRUBBING: The Contractor shall do all clearing and
grubbing necessary for construction operations. All trees, branches,
limbs, and roots shall be removed and disposed of }�, the Con.tr.actor so
as to leave the rightrof-way in a neat and presentable condition.
Clearing and grubbing shall be done so as not to irijure or damage
adjacent property. In c�isposiriq of brush, nar+;�� �e �11 be
taken so as to eliminate the possibility of startinq a grass fise. Any
and all damages outside the limits of the conStruct�,� right-of-way
shall be paid for and settled by the Contractor at hi.s expense.
' 1.5 SAFEI'Y AND PROPF}RTY-PROTE7CTION:
' 1.5.1 TRA��'IC CGNTROL IN WC?RI� AREAS, BARRICADFS, GCIARDS A1VD SAFEI'Y
PROVISIONS: Zb protect persons fr�n injury and to avoid property
damage, adequate ba.rricades, construction signs, guards, and other
traffic controls as required shall be p].aced along all roads, street
crossings, etc. , and shall be maintained durinq � Pr�.es� of the
construction work and until it is safe for traffic to use the
construction site. The contractor shall cca�ly,�ai.th the r�„ir�n� of
' the 1973 "Texas Manual on Unifonn Traffic Control Devices". A copy of
' the P9anual many be exanuned at the City Fiall.
, E�ccavations for construction operations shall be conducted in a manner
to cause the least internzpt.ion of traffic. Where traffic must cross
open trenches, the Contractor shall provide suitable bridges- at road
_ crossings, street intersections and driveways. _
1.S.2 FI,CW OF DRAINS AND SEWER,g p,��ID: ���te provisicns shall
be made for the flaw o� stonn sewers, drains and water courses
encountered during the construction and the stnzctures which may have
been disturbed shall be satisfactorily restored upon co�letion of the
work.
1.5.3 PROPEl�l'Y pR0`I'ECI'Ip1�J; TreeS� fences, signs, poles, guy wires, and
all other property sha11 }�e protected unless their r�moval is •
I ', authorized; and any property damage shall be satisfactorily restored by
' the Contractor.
' ', The Contractor shall make adequate provision for the protection of
Perr.�zent paving, both concrete and asphalt, frcan damaqe by construction
equipment.
1.6 GL'�-TEE: The Contractor shall guarantee the �eork for a period of
one (1) year after date of acceptance by the City. During this period, `
the Contractor shall make any repairs and/or replacements of defective
materials and corrections due to poor wor}ananship, all as may be
required for full corr�liance cuith these Specifications. This guarantee
shall apply to all matters reported by the City in writing within said
one (1) year period and this guarantee shall be covered by the
rlaintenance Bond.
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1.7 6�TER FOR CCNSTRUCTION; The Contractor shall furnish aIl water
required for construction. The Contractor may pairchase wat�r from the
City at published water rates. All connections to the City's water
system shall meet the approval of the City. The Contractor shall post a
deposit with the City to use a City construction meter.
1.8 DISPOSAL OF EXC�SS MATERIAI,; The Contractor shall dispose of all
excess material at his expense.
1.9 MAINT�NANCE AND GLEANUp: Du�'inq the prosecution of the wnrk, the
Contractor shall maintain the project site in an orderly and accep�table
manner. Upon ccx�letion of any unit of work, it shall be maintained by
the Contractor until acceptance by the City of the entise work covered
by this Contract.
Upon co�letion, as a whole of the project, the Contractor shall clean
and remove fran the site of the project surplus and discarded materials,
teir�orary structures, and debris of every kind; and shall leave the site
of the work in a neat and orderly condition.
1.10 SANITARY SEWER LINES DIEAR WATER LIrIES: In such cases where water
lines either cross or otheYwise corie within nine feet of a sanitary
sewer line, then a special construction method shall be applied to the
sewer pipe so that the sewer pipe will be a pressure pipe at all
locations where the water pipe and sec;ier pipe are less than 9 feet
. apart. The sewer pipe in such cases may be either cast iron or -PVC,
C-900, with a mi.n'urnan working pressure class of 150 psi.
l.ll I�OC�ITIODIS OF 6+�1TER AND SEVlII2 MAINS: In general water and sewer
mains shall be placed within street rights-of-way. Ipcal conditions may
require variations fran locations in streets, especially for sewer mains
and/or laterals. In general water mains shall be located with the
center-line 3� feet back of curbs on the north side of east-west streets
and on the east side of north-south streets. Sewer mains and laterals
parallel to water mains shall be placed in streets half-way between ,
street center-line and back of curb opposite the water mains.
Variations fran these locations shall have t��ritten approval of City
Engineer. _
l.11 PF�MIT FOR CONSTRUCTION: A permit issued by the Public 47orks
Departrnent shall be secured by the Contractor prior to start of
ccnstruction.
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IT��I 2 EXCAVATION, S1�Cf�'IIS, ANp PIpE II�iBE�i�3,1T
2-1 TRII�7CH w�7l�i: The maxim�a allawable trench width in the pipe zone
shall be O.D, of the pipe plus 24 inches, and the minim�un allow�ble
tr�nch width in the pipe zone shall be O.D. of the pipe plus 12 inches.
The trench walls shall be substantially vertical. �.,n th,e pi�e zone. The
pipe zone shall be considered as the vertical distance fra:1 the k�ottor.i
of the trench to an elevation one ft. above the top of pipe when the
pipe is at the specified grade.
_ Trench widths above pipe zones shall be kept within reasonable and safe
`• widths. The Contractor shall be responsible to keep trencn widths
wi.thin bounds of the easements and/or street rightsrof-way, usinq
measures to keep widths within reasonable and safe cond�t�ons. The
contractor shall be fully responsible for damages outside easem�sits and
structures within streets or easements,
2.21 DEPTH AND p�,IC��T �prfl'RCL: For sewer and: designated water lines,
grade hubs will be set by the Ehgineer at intervals of 100 ft., and the
contractor will be furnished r,uith a "cut sheet" sh�,winq the difference
in elevation between the hub and the flaw line of the pipe. The grade
hub will be offset fram centerline a convenient distance, which distance
is mutually agreeable to the Contractor and the �gineer, Z�e
Contractor shall conduct his operations in such a nanner as �not to
_ destroy the stakes until the pipe has been laid and checked for
aliynrr.�nt and grade. Grade stakes will be set at a convenient distance
from the centerline of pipe wh�.ch will permit such leveling up
operations as necessazy ahead of ditching without disturbing the grade
stakes. All the grade stakes will be set tiaithin a short period of time
near the beginninq of the job.
SeF�er lines shall be laid to grade and aligrut�nt using laser instnanent
that is in good operai�le condition. The laser equipment shall be
• operated by qualified personnel using grade stakes for check on
elevations. Batter boards shall not be used without the F�gineer's �
approval for sewer lines.
Water lines, where laying to qrade is requixed, may be laid using batter
boards, and/or grade stakes set by the Engineer, for construction. In
general, water lines shall be laid so as to have minim�an cover of three
(3') feet after finish gradinq is pertormed. Water lines designated to
set to grade shall be at elevations shown on plans.
2.3 SI-�rING AND gRACING: This Contractor shall furnish and install
such sheeting, bracing, and/or trench jacks as may be necessar� to
insure safe working conditions for personnel required to work in the
bottom of the trench. It is not the desire of the City or the �:gir.eer
to assume the reponsibility of deciding what conditions are safe and
what canditions are unsafe. The Contractor is expected to exercise good
' Ju�9ement and due caution in regard to the safety of his personnel.
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2.4 DEWAZ�RING: This Contractor shall be responsible for the property
handling of water from any source which may find its way into the trench
or excavations. Any water in the trench where pipe is being laid iraist
be disposed of in a satisfactozy manner so that pipe laying may. be done
in the dry. Also, concrete work must be done in the dry which will
require ihat such water as may occur in any excavation such as the
mar�loles shall be removed.
2•5 BOTIt"�'� TRII�ICH C�tADING: Trenches shall be excavated to depths as
required for the laying of pipe to the grades shawn on the Plans.
Excavation shall be carried to the depth belvw profile grade as
necessary to pennit the installation of embec�ent material required for
the pipe.
2.6 �CAVATIODI FOR STRUC'IURES: Care shall be exercised in excavating
for the floor slabs of structures, and for the foot:ings n�anholes. It
will be required that these concrete footing and floors be poured on
undisturbed earth. In the event that the Contractor should
over-excavate belaa the planned footing or floor elevation, then such
over-excavation shall be filled in with concrete at the Contractor's
expense. Compacted backfill for filling over-excavated areas will not
be acceptable.
2.7 SAC�'ILL AROUND PIPE AND STRU�Jr'�tr„S: All pipe shall be bedded in
sand or grar,ular material, as specified herein, in accordance with
details shawn on the plans. Backfill above the e�t shall_ can�ly
with these specifications. All of the backfill material shall be
co�acted and the Contractor, at his discretion, may use either the
pneumatic tan� method in 8" lifts or pressure jetting with water, as
herein descri.bed. If the jetting method is used, the first lift shall
not exceed 3 feet and shall be thoroughly jetted before any mr�re
backfill is placed. Pressure jetting shall continue in each lift of
backfill until that lift is cai�letely saturated.
The equipment for pressure jetting shall be ec�ial to a fire hose having
a length of 3/4" pipe attached to the end which can be inserted dawn
into the backfill while large quantities of water are being forced
through under pressure. The source of water should preferable be a tank
track equipped with a pur,� for supplying large quantities of water under
pressure. �rience has shawn that gravity flcw from a tank truck will
not produce the desised results. TYie jet pipe shall be inserted at 6'
ma�cirrnun intervals, and sufficient water shall be injected so that the
backfill material will "melt and flac�T" together, and there will be no
bridging across dry areas.
Where the tan�ing method of backfill is used the material shall be
placed in lifts not to exceed 8" depth, wetted to approximately optilrnun
moisture content, and co�acted with pneumatic, vibratory or other
approved mechanical ta�s. Additional litts shall not have placed until
the lift being compacted has attained a density of at least 950 of
standard Proctor density. Contractor shall furnish water.
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Care shall be exercised in jetting the first lift to insure that the
backfill material is thoroughly consolidated around the pipe without
floating the pipe up fr� its proper grade. The Contractor shall
correct any pipe which has been floated up frcxn grade.
It is the intent of these specifications that, by good backfill
procedure, the backfill will be of such density as to preclude after
settlement. This Contractor, upon request, shall refill or repair any
trench areas which may settle within one year after final acceptance of
the project.
Backfill around manholes and structures shall be done in a s�milar
manner to that described above for backfill of pipe trenches.
2.S ROCFc F,XCAVATING: Rock will be defined as any material �.^�•,:.r.tere�?
in trench, tunnel or manhole e�cavation which �st be rem�v�.3 by use of
air tools such as jack h�rs or blasting. Ma.t�rial which carinot be
dug with a back hoe of the 12 C.Y, class will generally fall into this
category. Where there is some question as to whether a material is rock
or not, the Ehgineer�s judg�nent will be final in regard to suGh
classification.
No rock will be permitted in backfill in the pipe zone fran-}�ottom of
trench to two feet above the pipe nor in the top 18" oi trench backfill
at the ground surface. Other than these two locations, rock may }�e
placed in the backfill provided the size of pieces in the largest
dimension does not exceed six inches. In such cases where the rock
cannot be used in the backfill, then such rcck shall be disposed of off
the project site by this Contractor.
Where blasting is required, the Corit�.Q�or �11 sec�.e a �.rm;t fram
the City for such blasting. The contractor shall exercise due caution
and shall be responsible for any d�n4qe or claims resulting frcm the
blasting. Mats, and/or othex. safety precautions shall be used as �
needed,
2•9 N�?�CE OF SL�F'ACE: It will be this Contractor`s responsibility
to maintain the trer.ch backfill and c,x�rking areas so as to present a
s-n�ooth, uniform and neat appearance at all times until the final
estimate has been issued. Where some trench settlement occurs after a
rain, the area shall be rebladed and br�ught back to a smooth uniforr.l
condition.
Where the pipe tren�h crosses roadways or traverses a roadway shoulder,
such areas shall be kept well maintained by this Contractor unt,il
project acceptance and then through the guarantee period.
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2.10 PIPE II�IDN�1T MATERIAL; Pipe shall be embedded in granular
material according to the deta.ils shown on the plans. The embec�nent
material shall be as specified under Item 15, which includes details for
e.mbeci�ent at various conditions.
2.11 TEL,E,'VISION 1NSPDCTION: Prior to acceptance of the sew�er line
installation by the City, a television camera shall be pulled through
the line to inspect for unacceptable taps, joints or low sections. The
line shall be thoraughly flushed �diately prior to insertion of the
cam�ra. All deficiencies shall be corrected by the Contractor and
reinspected. The City's camera will be made available with one week's
notice so that a crew can be scheduled to perforn the w�ork. The
Contractor shall reimburse the City for all labor costs involved, prior
to acceptance of the 4x�rk. �
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ITF�I 3 - CONCRETE AND REINFORCING STF�, (STR[TCITJRF,S)
3.1 GIIVERAL: Concrete shall be c�t�osed of portland cement, fine
�ggregate, coarse aggregate, water and watPx a dispersing agent properly
proportioned and mixed as hereinafter spe�ified. A11 structural
concrete shall be Class 3000 psi, minim�an cvn�ressive strength at 28
days, unless othezwise shown on the plans,
3.2 MA'1'FF2TAT S; po�land ceinent shall confoxm to the specifications and
tests for 7.�pe I portland cemenic of the American Society for Testing
Materials, Serial Designation C-150.
Fine aggregate shall confrom tA the Standard Sp�ification for Concrete
Aggregate, AS�1 Designation C-33. In addition to the require,ments of
the AS�•i Specifications, the fine agr,regate shall also cronfonn to the
following:
l. Loss shall not exceed ten (10�) percent�by weight in five (5)
cycles when tested for soundness in accordance with ASTN
Method of Test Designation C-88, except as noted AS�I
Specification Designation C-33.
2. The a�unt of deleterious substances shall not exceed
R�cor�ndecl Pezmissible Limits as set forth in p,Sgq
Specification Designation C-33, and "other deleterious-
svbstances" will not be allowed,
3• The mortar, for test of fine aggregate, made and tested in
accordance with Stanc?ard N1eth� of Test for I�3easurinq
Nbrtar'riaking Properties of Fine Aggreqate, AS�I Designation
C-87, shall develop a cca�rehensive strength at 7 and 2g days
of not less than 100 per cent of that developed by the mortar
specified in that method as the basis of c�.nsation.
Coarse aggregates sha11 conforn to the Sfiandard Specifications for �
Concrete Aggregates, ASTP�I Designation C-33. In addition to the
requir�ments of the AS�� Specifications, the coarse aggregate shall also
confonn to the following:
1, wear shall not exceed 40 per cent when tested accordirig to
ASTP�i Standard P�thod for Abrasion of Coa�se p,qgregates by
Use of �-:e Los Angeles rlachine, Designation C-131.
2- Loss shall not exceed 13 percent by weight in five cycles
when tested for soundness in accordance with SZ't�i Method of
Test Designation C-88, except as noted in AS��I Specification
Desigr:ation C-33.
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3. The amount of deleterious substances shall not exceed �
Rsccmt�nded Pernissible Limits as set forth in AST1�I
Sp�cifications Designation C-33, and "other deleterious
substances" will not be allawed.
For the Contractor's ccnvenience, the AS'Il�i grading requireme,nts
applicable to this project are listed hereinafter:
FINE AGQ2�.�GATE
SIEVE SIZE $ PASSING
3/8 Inch ----- -- 100
No. 4 --- 95-100
No. 8 ---- --- 80-100
No. 16 - 50- 85
No. 30 -- -- 10- 60
No. 50 _.�_ 10- 30
No. 100 — 2- 10
COARSE AGGRDGATE
SIEVE SIZE
S4. OPIIVINGS � PASSING
2�� —' -- 100
1��� � '--- 95-100
3/4" ---- 35- 70
3/8" -� � � ��
10- 30
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Water for concrete shall be clean and free from oil, acid, alkali,
organic matter, or other harmful impurities. Water which is suitable
for drinking or for ordinaxy household use will be acceptable for ,
concrete. Where available, water shall be obtained from rtiains or a
caaterworks system.
3.3 CONCRE`I'E PROFORTICNS AND CONSIS'III�1CY: Concrete shall be
proportioned to give the neces�azy workability and strength and shall
confonn to the following governing requirements:
hiin. 28 Day H1in. CemP�t Max. Size r1ax. Water Sl�
. Corrpressive Bags Per of Coarse Gals. Per Incres
Strength C�. Yd. Aggregate Bag
3000 5.S 1 Z" 6.75 4-6
2000 5.0 ' l�" 7.00 4-6
1500 (cradle) 4.0 12" 8.00 3-4
Stabilized
Backfill 2.0 3" * 8.00 3-4
*f�ay be "pit run" aggregate.
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The proportion of fine arid coarse aqqreqa� shall be such that the
requirements of the following table are complied with:
Maxitrn.un Size of Coarse Aggregate Ratio of Coarse Aqgreqa� � g�e
Aggregate on Basis of Dry and
Rodded Volim�es
r ' ` i Maxina�n
3/4" Q.6 1.5
1" and over 1.0 2.0
' In no case shall the am�unt of coarse material }�e s�� � P�uce
harshness in placing and honeycanbinq in the 5���.e �� fo� �,e
removed.
In the determ.inat.i.on of the amount of water required for mix,
consideration shall be given to the moisture content of the aggregate.
The net amount of water in the mix wiZl be the ��t added at fihe
mixer; plus the free water in the aqqreqate; and minus the absorption of
the aggregate, based on thirty (3p) minutes absorption period. No water
allowance will be made for evaporation after batchinq,
The methods of ineasure of riaterials shall be such that the proportions
of water to cement can be closely controlled durinq the progress of the
wvrk and easily checked at any time b�, the g�g�eer or his
representative. To avoid unnecess�y or haph�Z�d changes in
consistency, the aggregates shall be obtained from a source which will
insure unifonn quality and grading during any single day's operation and
they shall be delivered t.o the work and hand.led in such manne,r that the
variations in rioisture content will not interfere with the Steaay
produc�ion of concrete of reasonable degree of uniforn,ity, A11 sources
of supply shall be approved by the gzqirieer.
. Al1 materials shall be separately and accurately measured. Measurer:�nt
may be made by weight or by volt�ne, as may be elected by the Contract,or;
however, all equipm�nt for meast:resnent of materials shall. be subject to
approval by the E�gineer.
The prcFortions of the mix shall be such as to produce concrete that can
be puddled readily into the corners and angles of the forms and arou�:d
tl:e reinforcing without excessive spading, and without segregation or
undue accl.u:�lation of wuter or laitance on the surface.
3.4 TRIAI, NII�S; The Contractor shall furnish the gzgineer with t1:e
ccr.crete mi�; design and laboratory test data for the actuai design to be
used well ahead of any concrete placement, The concrete supplier shall
so desigilate the particular mix c:esign that it can be identified by
records that are kept by the supplier and delivery tickets shail shoc�
such mi� design. The Contractor shall funZish the �gineer with copies
of delivezy tickets shawing r,tix designation.
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For concrete other than manholes, blocking cradle or structures
requiring m�re t-han total of ten cubic yards, at least 35 days prior to
the begi.rining of concrete placing, the Contractor shall sukxnit sar�ples
of materials he proposes to use and a statement of praportions proposed
for several concrete mixes, having sufficient range in sl� to cover
all placing conditions.
The Engineer will require that laboratory tests be made and such changes
as may be necessary to meet the requi�--elnents of the specifications.
L�oratoYy tests on trial mixes shall show a 28-day strength 15 per cent
higher than the stated minim�un 28-day strength, Fresn these preliminary
tests, the ratios betwcen 7-day and 2g.�lay strengths shall be
" established to determine at 7 days the strength necessary to satisfy the
requised 28-day strengths. These ratios shall be modified as the w�rk
progresses as indicated by result of tests on cyl.inders made fram field
mi.Yed cor.crete.
If, during the progress of the work, it is found im�ossible to secure
concrete of required workability and strength with the materials being
furnished by the Contractor, the Engineer may order changes in
proportions or materials, or both, necessary to secure the desired
properties, subject to limitations already stated. The Contractor shall
not make changes in materials, either gradation, source, or brand, or
proportions of the mixture after their having once been approved except
by specific approval of the Ehgineer. --
The Contractor shall have the preliminarv testing done by an approved
testing laboratory, and shall pay for all prel9runazy tests on
aggregates and test cylinders.
If Contractor can provide mix design and satisfactory test cylinder
record frcan a recent job using same. materials, then the prel�mi.nary test
requiresre�nt wi11 be waived.
3.5 TRANSIT MIX CONCRErE; Transit mix concrete wili be permitted in .
lieu of mixing on the job, provided all of the following conditions are
ccr�lied with:
(1) All requirements othenaise specified for mi_xing on the job
shall apply.
(2) Sufficient transit rLix eguipment shall be assiesned exclusively
to the project as required for continuous pours.
(3) Satisfact�ry evidences shall be furnished that the delivery
of concrete shall be continuous at regular and uniform
intervals without stoppages or interruptions.
(4) All concrete shall be deposited in the forr.is within 45 minutes
after �aater has been added to the mix. Concrete retained
iri thc� truck longer than 45 minutes after water has been ad�ed
to the mix will be rejected.
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3.6 TESTING AND CONTF�JL OF MIX DiJRa�TG CpNSTRUCTION: Sufficient test
cylinders shall be made by laboratory personnel at intervals to
detennine co�liance with the specifications. Test cylinders shall be
made in groups of three for each compliance test, so that one cyl.inder
can be tested at 7 days, one tested at 28 days and the r'�naininq
cylinder is to be tested in event other tests are questionable. Test
cylinders shall be made for each mix design and for each ten t10) cubic
yards of concrete placement; except where concret� is to be used for
blocking, cradle or encasement, tests after compliance tests may be
wa.ived by the �gineer, The ca�ression tests of ooncrete cylinders
shall be made by independent testing laboratozy appraved by the City.
The testing costs as described herein shall be paid for by the
' Contractor; haaever, the City, at its own expense, reserves the right to
have additional tests performed,
The control of proporcioning and mixinq of all ready mix, transit mix or -
central plant concrete shall be under the supezvision of a �ained
representative of an established independent testing laboratozy, which
laboratory has been approved by the Owner. The ,laboratory
representative shall work in cooperation with the E�qineer, and shall
fi.irnish to the F�gineer a s�xy of all tests which are performed and
for each concrete pour shall fi�znish a certificate of co�liance with
the specification. No concrete shall be poured Witl�out the laboratory
representative being present at the batching plant. For concrete pours
of ten cubic yards or less, the �hgineer maY waive �e r�q��nts for
a laboratory technician. �
3.7 FORDLS: Foxms shall be built mortar tight, and true t� line and
grade. Studs, walers, and approved foznl ties shall be used at the
proper spacing and of the proper size to maintain Straight lines on all
vertical surfaces. Forms for surfaces requirinq a rub fini� S�1 be
lined with plywood, "riasonite" or other approved form lining.
Forms on vertical surfaces shall rer,�in in place a min.urn�n of six (6)
� hours. Fozms under horizontal svrfaces shall rema,in in place seven (.7)
days.
3.8 PLACING CONCREi�: The Cor.tractor shall give the E�gineer at least
24 hours advanced notice before startinq to place concrete in any unit
of the structure to permit the inspection of rcrms, the reinforcing
steel placem�,nt, and preparation for pourinq, Unl.ess autharized by the
�hgir.�er, r.o concrete shall be placed in any unit prior to the
corrg�letion of the form work and placement of the reinforcement.
The sequence of placing concrete shall be as provided on the plans or
the specifications. The operation of depositir.g and co�actinq the
concrete shall be conducted so as to fonn a cc�act, dense, i�rvious
mass of uniforr� texture which shall show smooth faces on all surfaces.
The placing shall be so regulated that the pressures caused by the
plastic concrete shall not ex.ceed the loads used in the design of forms.
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Careful attention shall be given by the Contractor to the proper curing
of all concrete.
3.9 FR�ZIl�IG wEATI�R: When depositing concrete at or near freezing
tei�eratures, the concrete shall have a ten�erature of at least 50
degrees F. , but not rrore than 120 degrees F. , when aggregates are
heated. The concrete shall be ma�.ntained at a te�erature of at least
50 degrees thoroughly hardened. When necessary, concrete materials
shall be heated before mixing and heating apparatus such as stoves,
salan�nder, etc. , shall be supplied to maintain the concrete at the
� required te�erature. The Contractor shall be responsible for the
protection of concrete placed under any and all weather conditions.
No concrete shall be poured on frozen or thawing subgrade or during
unfavorable weather conditions. No concrete shall be placed when the
t�rature is 40 degrees F, and falling; hawever, concrete may be
placed when t��erature is 35 degrees F. , minitrnun, and rising.
3.10 CURING: All concrete shall be cured by keeping continuously wet
for seven days after pouring. On surfaces which do not require a rubbed
finish, the concrete may be cured by supplying a curing co�ound in lieu
of water curing if the Contractor so desires. G�ring co�ound shall be
"Hunts Process" or approved equal applied as closely behind�concrete
. finishing as possi.ble. _
3.11 RUB-FINISFiED EXPOSID SURFAC�S: The follc�wing �sed vertical
concrete surface shall �e given a rubbed finish:
The exposed vertical surfaces to a point one (1') foot belaw
the final ground line. _
The rubbing operation shali be in accordance with the follawing
provisions: As soon as forr�s are remaved, all necessary pointing sha,l.l
be done. When the pointing has set sufficiently to permi.t it, all
surfaces requiri.ng surface finish shall be wet with a brush and given a
first surface rubbing with a No. 16 carbonind�n stone or_an abrasive of
equal quality. The rate of removal of forms shall be determined by the
rate of the ce�lete nibbing. The nzbbing shall be continued
sufficiently to bring the surface to a paste, to remr�ve all forr�s marks
and projections, and to produce a snooth dense surface without pits or
irregularities. The use of cesnent to form a surface paste will not be
__ permitted. The material whicn has been ground to a paste in this
precess shall be carefully spread or brushed uniforn.l.y over the surface
and allcwed to take a reset. In general, chamfered corners shall not be
rubbed in the first surface rubbing. During the precess of conc�tioning
the co�leted structure for final acceptance, the suriaces of the entire
structure requiring finish shall be cleaned free from drip marks and
discolorations and shall be given a final finish n�bbing with a No. 30
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carborundtun tone or an abrasive of equal quality. On �rotr,pletion of this
rubbing, the surface shall be neatly stripped, with a brush and ttbrtar
on the surface and shall be allow�d to take a reset, T� �face shalZ
then be washed dawn wi.th clean water. The entire stsucture shall be
left with a clean, neat and unifo�n appearinq f;r+;sh ar:d sha11 be
uniform in color.
3.12 REINFORCING ST�'�'r•; Reinforcing steel shall be billet steel,
�.ntern�ediate grade, deform�d bars, confo�inq t� p�.S.T.M. Specification
A-15, or shall be rail steel, deform�d bars confozminq tA A.S.T.M.
Specification A-16. All mi.11 scale shall be reritiaved },�fore placing and
bars shall be kept clean unti,l concrete is placed. The ste�Z sha11 be
placed in the forris as shc�m on the plans and shall be main�-�.air:ed in
place by wiring or by any other effective means approv� by L,he
E.hgir.eer.
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ITE1�1 4 - CAST IRCX�T PIPE AND FITI'IlQGS
4.1 G",3�'E�L: This section covers the furnishings of all cast iron pipe
and fittings. The plans shaw the sizes and general arrangem�nt of all
pipes and fittings; hawever, the responsibility for furnishing exact
lengths of the various pipes for proper "make-up" and for providing
special items as may be required to si.rc�lify or f�cilitate the
installation rests with the Contractor. Cast iron pressure pipe shall
be new, manufactured in the United States ot America and acceptable to
the State Fire Insurance Comnission of Texas and Undezwriters
Iaboratories approved.
° Cast iron pipe shall be ductile cast iron meeting the �+,;rem�nts
herein specified. Gray cast iron pipe shall not be furnished and
installed without written approval by the Owner. Pipe of same size,
for each run, shall be same type rietal.
The pressure rating, ty� metal, metal thi.c}mess, class, net weight of
pipe without lining, length of pipe and name of manufacturer shall be
clearly marked on each length of pipe.
Pipe shall be rZechanical Joint, "Fastite", Bell-Tite or TY'It�N, or
flanged as required.
Mechanical joint pipe shall be in accordance with ANSI Specification
A21.11 and furnished with corg�lete Mechanical Joint accessories.- The
bolts and nuts shall be high strength, corrosion-resistant alloy with
tee-head and hexagon nut.
4.2 GRAY CAST IRC'I�1 PIPE: Pipe shall be designed in accordance with AWt�lA
Specification C101 (ANSI A21.1) method of design using 21,000 psi
bursting tensile and 45,000 psi m�dulus or rupture. Pipe shall be a
minimtun of Class 150 designed for 150 psi water pressure, S ft. cover,
trench condition "B", flat bottom, no blocks, tamp backfilled and at
least 85 psi water han�ner allawance and 22 t.o 1 safety factor. ,
Pipe is to be manufactured in accordance with AW[aA Specifications
C106-75 (Metal Nblds) or C108-75 {sand-lined molds) except minir�n.un
bursting tensile of 21,000 psi, r.tiniim.un r.�odulus of rupture of 45,000
psi, and ma;cimtmt modulus of elasticity of 10,000.000 psi.
All flanged end pipe shall confonn to either At+7f�1A C106 for physical and
chemical require�nts for pipe barrel and ANSI A21.10 tor flanges.
Flanged fittings shall conform to either AA� C110 or .�;SI 21.i0 or ANSI
B16.1. Flanges shall be Class 125 for all pipe, fittings, and valves,
unless othexwise shawn or specified.
Gray iron cast iron pipe shall be mininnnn class thickness meeting
requir�mnts of ANSI A21.1 for five {5') cover and laying Cor.dition B.
4.3 DL'CTILE IRON PIPE: Ductile iron pipe shall meet requirements of
A���� C151 and/or A1�iSI A21.51. Pipe wall thic�ess shall be detezr.lined
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in accordance with AWWA i�lanual H3 or ANSI A21.50. Pipe sha1Z be
designed for not less than 150 psi wr�rl:ing pressure with i00 psi surge,
eight (8') foot cover, trench and truck loads. Joints may be as shawn
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Ductile iron fittings shall meet requirements of At� C110 or ANSI
A21.10 for not less than 150 psi working pressure.
4.4 LINING AND COATING: Pipe and fittings shall be lined with an
approved thin cesre�zt 1 i n i ng �aled with an appraved bit�sni.nous seal coat
in accordance with ASA Specifications A21.4 wherever applicable; and as
further specified herein. Thicl�ess of cement lining shail not be less
than one-half (�) thiclmess specified under Section 4-10 of '_'�e ASA
Specification.
Outside coating shall be coal-tar pitch varnish,� to which sufficient oiI
shall be added to make a szmoth coating� t�gh and tenacious when cold,
not "tac�.l�" and not brittle.
4.5 GASKETS: Gaskets for flanged joints shall be full face type,
natural red rubber, 1/16-inch thick, Gaskets for pushron or�mechani.cal
. joints shall be rulaber suitable for both water and sanitary seWaqe,
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ITII�i 5 - INSTALLING CAST IRON PIPE AND FITTINGS
5.1 DESCRIPTION: Cast Iron pipe, fittings, specials and valves are to
be installed at locations sh�wn on the plans and specified in these
Contract Documents.
If a profile grade is indicated on the plans, the pipe shall be laid
accordingly. 64here a profile grade is not shawn, the pipe shall be laid
to an even grade from point to point avoiding minor high points that
wnuld tend to form aix traps. Nonnaliy the pipe will be laid with
approximaLley 3 ft, cover. h�ere pipe is to be laid behind a future
curb, the cover may exceed 3 ft. , ar,d will be laid to folla� the curb
` grade. Trench depth inforn�tion will be furnished where this condition
occurs.
All of the requirements of the specifications under the section,
D�ec7ment for Pipe, E�cavation and Backfill, and Backtilling o� Trenches
under Paven�nt and/or Within Higl7way Right-Of-Way, govern for Iaying
cast iron pipe, fittings and specials.
5.2 PIPE HANDLING: All pipe, fittings, special castings and gate valves
shall be larrered into trench by derrick, tripod, crane or other suitable
machine and shall not be rolled in or d�ed into the trench. Pipe
fittings ar:d valves shall be handled in such a manner as not to danr�ge
the coati.ng. Before lawering and while suspended, each piece of pipe
shall be rung with a light h�x to detect flaws, and any unsound pipe
shall be rejected. All dirt and trash that may be in the barrel of the
pipe, on the spigot and/or in the bell shall be resroved while the pi�e
is suspended. Al1 pipe and fittings shall be handled and lawered into
the trench with slings. The use of hooks for handling pipe and fittings
will not be permitted.
Where it becomes necessary to deflect the pipe to avoid obstructions,
the deflection of each joi.nt naust be approved by the �hgineer.
The pipe is to be kept clean during the layir.g operation and free of all
sticks, dirt and trash, and at the close of each operating day the open
end of the pipe is to be effectively sealed agai.nst the entrance of all
objects and especially water.
Unless otherwise specified or unless othe��ise directed by the E�gineer,
the joints for all bell and spigot cast iron pipe, fittings and s�ecials
shall be made, using lead and/or mechanical joint for jointing materials
-- and/or "�tcn Joint" (or similar joint) .
5.3 JOIi IT i�IAKIIQG
5.3.1 JOITITING MEC�iANICAL JOl�]T PIPE: This type pipe shall be jointed
in full accordance with the manufacturer's rece�nendations and shall
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be done in a neat and w�r]Qnanli]ce �nner, Care shall be taken to
prevent shearing the bolts.
The jointing of the pipe shall be done as follaws, unl.ess othezwise
directed by the EYiqineer,
a. After carefully cleaning both spiqot and bell and aftex
slipping the follawing ring and gasket over the spigot end,
the spigot shall be slipped into the bell.
b. If requested by the F.�qineer, a lubricant shall be applied
to the spigot to assist in assembly.
c• The gasket shall be carefully seated by hand so as � b� even
in the bell at all points,
d. After drawing up the follawer ring to uriiform be�._=_7 aqai nct
the gasket, the bolts are to be inserted and tigh�=ned by hand
in pairs using bolts opposite each other.
e• The nuts are to be tiqhtenen a�ly � �ld the required
pressure. �t,ension wrenches, or pipes over wrench handles,
will not be permitted, Ten (lp��j ratchet wrenches shall
be used to ti.qhten the nuts, unless other type wrenches are
approved by the F�gineer.
_. Sand cast "T" bolts shall not be acceptable.
The finished joints shall be neat and uniform and shall be watertight.
5.3.2 MAKING FI,�1C� JOIl`]TS: The Contractor shall be responsible for
the measurement of all connections. Flanged piping shall be erected in
accordance with the controlling dimension shown on the planS. ��
piece of flanged pipe shall be thoroughly cleaned to relr�ove dirt, rust,
grease, and other foreign matter, arid flanged faces shall be thorougY�,ly
wire brushed to insure even bea�.�q for gaskets and mating flanges.
Gaskets for flanged joints shall be composition sheet-packinq, fu1�
faced, factory cut, of ene-sixteP�th (1/16") inch thiclmess, red rubber,
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Cranite", or approved equal. Flange bolts shall be installed with
bolts in one direction. Flange k�olts shall be tightened, each in turn,
at a uniform rate around the joint.
5.3.3 NIAKING PUSH-ON JOINTS: The jointing o� this type of joint shall
be as recor��el.ded by the manufacturer. The proc�ure for jointing shall —
be generally as follaws:
a• The spigot and socicet shall be thoroughly cleaned and drieci
before starting the assembly of the joint. The gasket seat
in the socket and the gasket shall be wiped with a cloth.
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b. A thin film of liabricant shall be applied to the inside
surface of the gasket that will come in contact with the
enteri.ng pipe spigot.
c. The spigot shall have a film of lubricant, if necessa��.
d. The joint shall be made by exerting sufficient force on the
entering pipe so that its plain end will move past the
gasket. This exerting force may be by use of the °crawbar
method," (8" and �naller) ; "fork-tool method," (8" and
snaller) ; "jack method," (10" and larger) .
5.4 CCNCREI'E BLOCKING OF PIPE AND FITT�IGS: Concrete blocking shall be
placed at all bends, tees, crosses, plugs, fire hydrants, etc. The
concrete shall have a 28-day cor�ressive strength of not less th� 2,000
pour_ds per square inch and shall be as specified under Item No. 3. The
blocking shall be placed to rest against fism undisturbed trench walls.
The support area for each block shali be sufficient to withstand the
trrust, including water hamn�r. The area required will be co�uted
based on 150 psi working pressure plus 30 $o allowance for water ham�rer.
The support value of the soil is estimated to be 2,000 pounds per- square
trench bottcm. Concrete shall be installed in such a manner not to
interfere with ther repairing of the joint.
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ITa�I 6 - CONCRETE PRESSUf'cE PIPE
6.1 GIIVERAL: This specification includes materials, fabrication and
delivery for concrete cylinder pipe and specials of the various sizes
and classes as shown in the proposal and on the Plans. All concrete
cylinder pipe shall be mar,ufactured in accbrdance �� � ��.�ts
of American Water ti�lrorks Standard C-303-78, entitled °Reinforced Concs.ete
Water Pipe - Steel C�linder Z�, Pretensioned",� or AWWA Standard
C-301-72, entitled "Prestressed Cancrete Pressure Pipe - Steel C�linder
� for Water and Other I,iquids", with additional requirements and/or
modifications as described herein.
6.2 PIPE C�SSES: The sizes and design pressure classes sha.11 }.� as
shown in the Proposal. Fittings, specials and connections shall be of �a
class not less than the associated pipe. Miniirnan class shali be 150.
6.3 SPECIAL REQUIRII�i TS:
. 6.3.1 CET•I�7T: Cement for use on inside and outs�de motar coatinqs shall
be 2�pe II Portland Cerrient, with not rrore than five (5�) gerc�nt
tricalcuim al�nisiate (C�) . Mortar strength for both linings and
coastings shall be r.ot ess than 4,500 psi after 2g days, as detezmi.ned
by co�ression tests on 2" x 2" cubes,
6.3.2 BEI,L RINGS; Bell rings shall be as shcx�m in AWf�TA C-303; except,
. thiclmess shall not be less than 3/16".
6.3.3 FLANC�S: Flanges shall have American Standard Drilling of class
equal to or greater than the pipe class, unless otherwise sp�cified, and
shall r,�tch class of valves or appurtenances which are attached. Flange
gaskets shall be 1/16-inch thick red rubber, {ull faced.
Valves to be installed in concrete cyLi.nder pipe runS shall have flanged
ends, drilled as per ANSI #125, unless otherwise shavn on plans. Where
main line valves are to be installed in runs of rub}�r gasket pi ,
Contractor sha11 furnish and install short adapter with ends flange toe
rubber gasket, C-303 joint, Joints for connecting to valves shall be
insulated type for protection against electrolysis. _
6.3.4 CURIr1G; The pipe shail be cured by steam curinq (hot water vapor)
at a ten�erature of 100° F, to 150° F. The pipe lining shall be stear•.i
cured for not less than 12 hours before placing helically waund
reinforce�nt. The co�lete pipe shall be steam cured for an additional
period of not less than 36 hours or water cured for a period of not less "
than 144 hours (6 days) . �;later curing is not acceptable if exposed to
tesr�eratures belaw 40° F, during curing period.
6.3.5 IZISULATID CONNECTION: The Contractor shall furnish insulation
gaskets and/or bushings at all points where external valves, pipe, or
rittings are connected to the line.
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Where outlets or taps, are threaded, the Contractor shall furnish ar:d
install bushings similar or equal to MayCo Dielectric Bushings as made
by the D9ay Co�any, Galesburg, Illinois. Where flanged outlets are to
be insulated the Contrctor shall furnish "Insulket" flange gaskets,
insulating sleeves and two plastic washers for each bolt, as supplied by
Tejas Plastics Materials Supply Co. ,_ Fort Worth, Texas.
6.3.6 SPDCI�IS: Bends for deflections shall be provided as necessary
for installation to the profiie shawn on the plans. Where deflections
do not exceed five (5) degrees, the spigot end of pipe may be installed
on mitered ends of pipe. Bends shall be furnished and installed for
deflections greater than 5 degrees.
6.3.7 COATING AND LINING: The ceme.nt m�rtar lining inside the steel
cylinders and the m�tor coating on the eXterior of the pipe shall be not
less than that specified in applicable specifications. P�here pipe is to
be installed in castings, the Contractor shall furnish pipe with
built-up bands of mortar coating that are to be of a slightly larger
cliameter than �he pipe beils. The built-up bands shall be a�out 2 feet
long and shall have centers about center and s pipe length frcan each
end.
6.3.8 INSPECI'ION AND TEST PROC�URES: All welds on fittings ar_d
specials with deflection greater than five (5) degrees shall be tested
and the test shall be witnessed by an independent testing laboratozy, if
. such laboratozy has been selected and retained by the City. -
Representatives of the laboratory and the E7�gineer shall have access to
the work �aherever it is in preparation or progress, and the pipe
manufacturer shall provide proper facilities for access and for
inspection. Material, fabricated parts, and fittings which are
discovered to be defective, or which do not conforrt to the requ�ements
of this specification will be subject to rejection at any time prior to
final acceptance.
All welds for watertightness in special pipe and fittings that have npt
been hycirostatically tested may be examined by use of visible dye
p�netrant system meeting requirements of AST1�4 E165; however, collar
reinforcement and all other lap�aelds shall be tested by .intrcducing air
ur.der 10 psi pressure betc;�een the collar and cylinder and checking for
leaks around and through the welds with soap solution. The City
reserves the right to require testing of welds for designated siecials
and/or fittings by use of air under 10 psi pressure, if the Owner's
representative is not satisfied with the dye penetrant r.iethod of testing
for watertightness.
The area to receive the dye penetrant shall be cleaned free from
contaminants that might interfere with the penetrant process. The
t�erature of the steel in the weld area shall be between 60 and 125
degrees F, when the per.etrant is applied. Dwell time of si�: hours shall
be allawed after application of the Fenetsant and developer before
interpreting the results. Detects that are found shall be repaired and
the test repeated until all defects are eliminated. Colored penetrant
shall be removed before fittings are lined.
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6.3.9 PIPE LAYING C�pI�IDITIONS: The normal mini�ra.un cx�vex- o�� t� of pipe
barrel is to be about forty-two (42") inches. Where cover over �t�op is
such as to require special treatment, stabilized backfill materia]. is to
be used. The grades and elevations shaHnz an the approved P� and
profile drawings shall govern.
It is the intent that all ferrous metal 1�e protected �n ��pletion of
pipe laying which will require sor� shop applied coatinqs and some field
applied coatings. Coatings that will not interfere with installation
shall be shop applied. Shop application of c�nent mor�tar, 3/4" minim�,un
thickness, shall be used for protective coatings. Galvanized wire mesh
shall be used to reinforce coatings of specials,
For larger diameter flanges where it is i�racticable to use a ceme.nt
mortar coating, and where directed by the �hgineer, two (2) heavy c�ats
of Amercoat No. 79 as manufactured by the Amerc�t ��ration, or
approved equal, may be used. Amercoat No. 79 shall be appl_-ed in
accordance with the manufacturer's reco�ndations.
6.3.10 DII�IVII2Y: '
6.3.10.1 PACKING: The pipe shall be prepared for shi�nt to pernut
acceptance by the carrier for transportation which will afford maxim�un
protection from norn�al hazard of transportation and allvw pipe to reach
project site in an undamaqed condition. Pipe damaqed in Shi�ent shall
_ not be delivered to the project site unless such damaged pipe is
Properly repaired and appraved by the �gineer.
6.3.10.2 i�?ARKING FOR IDENTIFICATIpN; EaCh lp_nqth of pipe and eaCh
fitting shall have plainly marked on eithe�. �e �11 or spigot end, the
class, for which it is designated, the date of manufacture, and the
identification n�:iber as shawn on the Shop Drawinqs. All beveled pipe
shall be maz-]ced with the amount of bevel.
6.3.10.3 POINT OF DELIVII�y; It is desired that pipe be hauled direct�
from pip� plant to the right-of-way and sttvng along pipe line route,
thus avoiding rehandling of pipe and the possibility of da�r�ge thereto,
Where necessary, pipe may be unloaded at access points alor.g the route,
and brought to the trench side by approved methods; haaever, the
Contractor shall be responsible for seeing that pipe is undamaged at the
time of laying,
6.4 NLISCFr,r.��oUs:
6.4.1 SHOP DRAW111GS; Based on plan-profile sheets which have been
prepared by the glgineer� the pipe manufacturer shall furnish shop
drac�ings of all pi�e and fittings which are to be fabricated. Shop
drawings shall include a schematic location-profile and a tabulated
layout schedule, both of which shall be appropriately referenced to the
stationing of the proposed pipe line as shewn on the plan-profile
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sheets. Shop drawings shall be subject to approval of the �gineer and
fabrication of pipe and fittings shall not be c�nded until such
drawings have been approved by the glqineer, gix �pies of approved
drawings shall be submitted to the E�gineer.
6.4.2 PIPE LAYIrJG TEC�IlVICIAt:: The services of a pipe laying techni.cian
to be present during all pipe laying will not be required as a part of
this Contract; hawever, a factory trained t�echnician shall be made
available for pexiodic assistance as required by the pwner,
6.4.3 L1�BORATORY INSPECTION: The City reserves the right t�o retain the
services of an independent testing laboratory to perform tests and
inspections as described in Section 1.8 of � Stand�rd C303-78. If
the Owner elects to obtain the services of the independent testing
laboratory, for assurance of quality control, the City will pay for the
services.
6.4.4 AF�'IDAV1'I' OF COMPLIANCE: The Contractor shall furnish to the
O�mer three copies of an affidavit fr� the pipe manufacturer that the
pipe, specials, fittings, etc. , including materials, co�ly with all
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7.1 DESCRIP'1�ION: Concrete cylinder pipe, fittings, specials and valves
az'e to be installed at locations shavn on the plans and specified in
these Contract Doctm�ents,
Unless otherwise indicated, pipe in trenches shall be laid to the qrade
sha•m or an even grade frc� point to point for which elevations are
furnished. Attention is called to the fact that the F�gineer r,,rill set
grades for pipe laying at 100-foot intervals as specified under "Cover
- Over Top of Pipe Barrel".
hll of the requiremPnts of the sgecifications under section, "Excavation
and Backfill", govern for the excavation and backfilli.ng of tr�nches for
laying concrete cylinder pipe, fittings and specials.
7•2 PIPE HANDLING: Pipe, fittings, valves and other accessories shall
be hauled to and distributed at the site of the project by the
Contractor; they shall at all times be handled with r.�.� to avoid
damage. In loading and unloading, they shall be lifted by hoists or
cranes as specified below, or rolled on skidways in such n�nner as to
avoid shock. Under no circtunst�nces shall they be dropped, pipe
handled on sideways must not be skidded or rolled against pipe already
on the ground. Pipe shall be placed on the site of the work parallel to
• the trench aligni:�ent and with bell ends facing the direction in which
the work will proceed, unless otherwise directed,
Under no circim�stances shall the pipe remain on the ditch site for a
length of time exceedinq sixty ((p) days. �e �� �11 be cc�nputed
from the time the pipe was removed frcan the final, cure at the
r:�anufacturing plant to the day it is actually laid in the ditch and
backfilled. If in the opinion of the �hgineer the pipe has been
proFerly protected, the E�qineex- may at his option ext.end the tit�
stipulated above.
The Contractor shall carefully observe the pipe for cracking and
checking of the inside lininq and should cracking occur in the ,insi3e
lin1-ng fY:e Contractor shall take inur�diate steps to protect the pipe.
Any joint of pipe that has shrinkage cracks with a maxinn� �„�idth of
thi.rty mils (.030) in the inside lining shall be repaired by the pipe
manufacturer by approved methods, If in the opiniopn of the F�gineer
the pipe is not suitable for repair, then the pipe shall be rejected and
removed frcan the project site.
Proper implen�ents, tools, equipment and facilities shall be prcvided and
used by the Contractor for the safe and convenient prosecution of t�:e
work. All pipe, fittings, sgecials, valves, etc. , shall be lowered
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into the trench by means of a "side boom" crane and other suit�ble
machines and not to be rolled or dumped into the trench. The "side
boam", crane, etc. , shall be a sufficient size for handling the pipe,
shall lift and laaer the pipe at a slaw rate of speed, and shall be
capable of stopping the l.ifting operation at any point without producing
a shock or othezwise jerking or vibrating the pipe. The hoisting cable
pipe clar� shall be connected to the pipe in such a mannex. to prevent
damage to the coating. The method of connection shall be subject to
the Engineer's appro�ral. Before lawering into the trench, each joint of
pipe shall be inspected and any unsound or damaged pipe shall be
. rejected. . ,
The pipe shall be kept clean during the laying operation and free of all
sticks, dirt, and trash, and at the close of each operating day the open
end of the pipe shall be efiectively sealed against the entrance of all
objects and especially water. No pipe shall be laid in water, except in
an err�ergency and then only upon perniission of the Ehgineer.
7.3 PIPE JOINTING - (��r•RAT.• �fore laying each joint of pipe, the bell
and spigot rings shall be thoroughly cleaned by brushing and wiping. If
any damage to the protective coating on the metal has occurred, it will
be required of the Contractor to repair such d�-unage before the pipe is
laid. The danaged areas shall be thoroughly cleaned and inarediately
follawing the cleaning, the metal shall be painted with the same
material used originally in the manufacture of the pipe.
Sections of pipe shall be tightly fitted together and care shall be
e};ercised to secure true alignrcent and grade. Where piFe is beir.g laid
the gasket shall be placed on the spigot ring and i-he spigot end of the
pipe shall then be entered into the bell of the adjoining pipe and
forced into position. The gasket and the inside surface of the bell
shall be lubricated with an approved lubricant (flax soap) which will
. facilitate the teiescoping of the joint. The inside joint recess
between ends of the pipe sections shall have a maxiirnan opening of three
quarters (3/4") inch and minit?nun of one quarter {4��) ir.ch. No "blocking
up" of pipe or joints will be permitted. , _
7.4 F�t*r'F'RTOR JOINT: The exterior jo.;nt sha.11 be made by placing a buriap
_ joint wrapper around the pipe which will be held in place by means of
two metal straps. The burlap wrapper shall be seven (7") incnes wide
and he�mled on each side. The burlap cloth shall be of such length that
__ it will encircle the pipe, "leaving enough opening between the ends to
allaw the mortar to be Fcured inside the wrapper. The straps shall be
of sufficient length to encircle the pipe and securely fasten the
wrapper to the joint. The burlap wrappers shall be similar and equal to
those manufactured by Mar-mac Manufacturng Ccxr�any.
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The grout used for pouring the joint shali consist of one part Portland
Ce�nt, (AS�I Spec. C-150, Z� I) to tc,io paz-ts of clean, fine, sharp
(plaster) sand, (conforming to p,STM S�ecification C-144) and mixed to
the consistency of thick cream. The joint shall be filled with this
grout from one side in one continuous operation until the qrout has
flaaed entirely around the pipe. During the filling of the joint, it
shall be rodded with flexi.ble wire to settle the grout.
7.5 INTII2IOR JOINTS - lg INC�S ANp pVER � D�ig,�: �n o�rq�letion
of backfilling of the pipe trench, the inside joint recess shall be
filled with a stiff c�nt mortar consisting of one part of c�nt tA
twc� parts of sand by a qualified worl�n workinq inside the pipe.
' Cem.ent shall be �pe II or � III �,�� � �fication that the
cement shall contain not more than five (5�) percent tricalcitmi
aluminate Ca3(A1 p3)2, C�7t shall cc�ly with AS�1 Specification
C-150 and sand shail confonn to S�I Specification C-144. P��or to the
placir.g of m�rtar, anv clirt� or trash which has collected �-_ �.e joint
shall be cleaned out and the concrete surface of the joint space shall
be r.ioistened by spraying or brushing with a wet.brush, The sti,fi r���.
shall be ramred or packed into the joint space and extre�me care shall be
taken to insure that no voids remain in the joint space.
After the joint has been filled, the surfaces of the joint shall be
leveled with the interior surfaces of the pipe by trcwelinq or brushing.
. Careful inspection shall be made of every joint to ,insure a smooth
continuous interior surface. The interior of the pipe shall be
thoroughly cleaned and all obstructions rem�ved. Follcwing cor�letion
of pige line progressively or in sections, including co�letion of
inside joints and insFections, isofar as mi.ght be possible or
practicable, the line shall be kept filled with water.
7•6 IN�'ERIOR JOTiV'I'S - 16 I.r;CHES p,Np LESS IN DIA�*�: �e �o�t shall
be made by "buttering" the }�eil of the pipe ��ith a stiff cement mort�.r
� consisting of one part of cement to two parts of sand. After the spigot
has been pushed into place, the joint shali be snr.�othly and neatly
finished by pulling a "rat" through the pipe. Cement shall c�ly with
ASTM Specification C-150, Z�pe II or
the cement shall contain not m�re thar��V1f ell5gl� �e m�dification that
aluminate Ca3(A1 p3)2, Sand shall confom to AS'Il��S Specif�ation=�144.
Prior to the placing of mortar, any dirt or trash which has collected in
the joint of pipe shall be cleaned out and the concrete surfaces of t1:e
joint space shall be m�istened by brushuzg with a wet bnzsn. An arr�unt '
of mortar slightl_y in excess of the amount required to fill the joint
space shall be applied to the bell.
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Careful inspection shall be made of the joints to insure a snx�oth
continuous interior surface. Occasionally the Contractor will be
required to rerr.�ve a c�leted joint for inspect,ion. The interior of
the pipe shall be thoroughly cleaned and all obstructions remaved.
Follawing co�letion of pipe line progressively or in sections,
including c�letion of inside joints and inspection, insofar as might
be possible or practicable, the line shall be kept filled with water.
7.7 PRCII�CTION OF EYPOSID D�AL: All exposed ferrous metal shall be
protected by a minim�un of one (1") inch coating of portland cement
m�rtar consisti.ng of one part cement and two parts sand_ E�posed
surtaces such as, but not limited to, flanges, bolts, caulked joints,
threaded outlets, closures, etc. , shall be protected in this manner.
Where necessary, coating shall be reinforced with galvaniz�d wise mesh.
The surface receiving a cem.ent m�rtar coatinq shall be thoroughly
cleaned and wetted with water just prior to placing the cement mortar
coating, After placing, care shall be taken to prevent cemP�t mortar
frcm cizying out too rapidly by covering with damp earth or burlap.
Cement mortar coating shall not be applied during freezing weather.
For large diameter flanges where it is impracticable to use a cement
mortar coating, and where directed by the �gineer, two (2) coats of
"A�rcoat No. 79", as manufactured by the Amercoat Corporation, or
. approved eqt:al, may be used. The coating shall be applied in accordance
with the r�anufacturer's recarYrendations.
�•g PA�: �cessive patching of lirsng or coating will not be
per.nitted. Patching of lining or coating will be allc�wed where area to
be repaired does not exceed 100 square inches and has no c�nsians
greater than 12 inches. In general,, there shall not be m4re than one
patch on either the lini.ng or the coating of any one joint of pipe.
Wherever necess�sy to patch the pipe, patch shall be made with a mortzs
of one part portland cement and two parts clean, sharp sand; all
measurements to be of weight. Pipe thus patched shall not be installed
until the patch has been prcperly and adequately cured arad unless
approved for laying by the pipe manufacturer's insL.�ector and by the
E7�gineer.
7.9 PIPE LAYITIG `i�CHNICIAN: The services of a pipe laying technician to
be present during all pipe laying will not be required on this project;
haaever, a factory trained tec'ruiician shall be made avaiiable for
periodic assistance as required by the City.
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?.10 II•�IDl�r: Unless otherwise noted herein, all concrete cylinder
pipe shall be placed on granular �nbe�nt material, below spring-line.
The �nt matexial shall be as specified in It� 15 and s}�z on the
plans.
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I'1�M 8 - ASBESTOS - CgiIIVT PIPE AND FITI'Il�tC',S
8.1 GIIVERAL: Asbestos-cement piFe for water distri.bution systems, shall
contorm to ASTM Specifications C 296-72, or AWG�3 Standard C 400, latest
revision, except as noted herein. Fittings and specials for
asbestos-c�r�nt pipe shall be cast iron conforming with ASA
specification A21.10 and/or AWWA Specification C110 and C100, as
applicable; except, fitting ends that are to receive asbestos-cement
pipe shall be designed for same type joints as the asbestos-c�nent pipe
joints.
8.2 ASBES�S-CII�1T PIPE: Pipe shall be designed to withstand a working
• pressure of 150 psi for the water distribution line. Pipe shall be
zurnished with standard n�ninal lengths of thirteen (13') feet. Not
less than 95 percent of the pipe furnished shall be within plus or mi.nus
one inch of the specified nominal length and the remaining 5 percent
shall be not rrore than six feet six inches (6'-6") less than the
nomi.nal length.
Couplings shall be of the standard design of the manufacturer and shall
provide tight joints when subjected to two and one-half (2z) tim�s the
working pressure designation of the pipe. One coupling, suitable for
the particular size and class of pipe with which it is used, shall be
furnished with each length of pipe. CoupLings shall each oca�rise one
approved type sleeve and tw�o rubber gaskets. Gaskets shall�be of a
_ properly vulcanized rubber �ound, unifom�ly smooth and round and free
of porosity, pitting or other i�erfections and shall conform to ASTM
Specification Designation D 1896, latest revision.
Pipe and couplings shall be st.airgx� so as to shaw the design working
pressure. Pipe and couplings shall be as manufactured by
Jol�uls-i�lanville, Certainteed, or approved equal. Pipe shall be listed as
approved by Undenvriters' Lal�oratories, Ir.c.
8.3 PIPE FITTINGS FOR A-C PIPE: It shall be the Contsactor`s ,
responsiblity to furnish and install fittings suitable for proper
jointing and the ptai�oses intended. Fittings shall be designed for not
less than same working pressures as tY�.e pipe. _
Where gate valves are to be installed in the line, they shall have
mechanical joint hubs. Adapters shall be used for mechanical joir.t
valves larger than 8 inch size.
__ 8.4 SERVICE TAPS: The Contractor shall furnish and install double-strap
service taps as requested by the O�mer, with brass corporation stop
similar and equal to Mueller-H-15000 or H-15025.
8.5 PIPE HANDLING: Asbestos-cement pipe, cast iron fittings, valves and
other accessories shall be hauled to, and distributed at, the site ot
the projeci� and shall at all times be handled with care to avoid dar�ace.
In loading and unlcading, the pipe shall be lifted by joists or cranes,
as specified belaw, or rolled on skidways, in such a manner so as to
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avoid shock. Under no circim.stances shall the pipe be c1r
handled on skidways must not be kidded or rolled a ainst ���� Pl�
the grour.d. Pi g PiPe already on
pe shall be placed on the site of the work paralle,l, with
the trench alignment.
' ' Proper iir�l�nents, tools equipment and facilities shall be provided and
i used by the Contractor for the safe and convenient prose�.�� of the
work. A11 pipe, fittings, valves, etc. , sha1.1 be lawpxed into the
, trench by means of a "side boom", crane and other suitable machines and
not rolled or d�ed into the trenc�. T� ��side boom", crane, etc. ,
� shall be of sufficient size for handlin the
P1Pe �la� shall be connected to the lg P1�' The hoisting cabZe
p'pe in such a manner as to prevent
damage. The method of connection shall be subject to the City
Ehgineer's approval. Before lawering into the trench, each joint of
pipe shall be inspected and any unsound or c7amaged pipe shail. be
rejected.
The pipe shall be kept clean during the laying operat,1,on and free of all
sticks, d;r-r, trash, and at the close of each operatinq d�y �e �� �d
of the pipe shall be effectively sealed agaanst the entrance of alI
objects and especially rmzd and water, No pipe shall be laid in water,
or when the trench conditions ar the weather in unsuitable for such
work, except in an emergenc�, and then only with permission of the
. Engineer.
Al1 pipe shall be laid accurately to establish lines and grades, with
valves and fittir.gs at the required location, and with joints properly
made. Line and grade stakes will be provided as needed.
' ' 8.6 PIPE LAYNG AND JOINTING: Before layi.ng each joint of Pipe, the
�, ends shall be thoroughly cleaned by brushinq and wiping, The pipe
, shall be laid on 4 inches o= granular ��nt r,,ri� �Pl�g holes
' provided. Pipe shall not be suPPo�� by couplin s. After i
, installed and joints ccm�leted, the anular g P Pe is
', be ins'r_alled upward to not less than�ix (6��)e�'ec�r,enabove �alo fshall
, . P pipe.
Unless otherwise indicated, pipe in trenches shall be laid on an even
grade from point to point and as reco�..nded by the pipe rcanufacturer.
All of the requiren�nts of approved specifications shall govern for the
excavation of treriches for laying asbestos-cem�zt pipe, backfilling,
etc.
8.7 CONCR.,TTE BLOCKIfdG: Concrete blocking shall be placed at all bevels,
tees, crosses, plugs, fire hydrants, etc. The concrete shall have a
28-day co�ressive strength of not less than 2,000 pounds per square
inch ar:c1 shall be as specified in Section for Concrete. The blockir.q
shall be placed to rest firm undisturbed foundation of the trench
bottom. Concrete shall be installed in such a r.�anner not to interfere
cvith the repairing of the joint. The bea.ring area for concrete blocking
shall be based on not less than 150 psi against the undisturbed vertical
face of the trench wall, and not less than that shcw�m on the plans.
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ITE24 9 - GATE VALUES AND VALUE Il�TSTALI�TION
9.1 GF�vERAL: Gate valves shall be double disc, parallel seat, internal
wedging type with cast ison body and bronze m�untings. Valves 3" to 12"
in size with a working pressure of 175 pounds per square inch and valves
over 12" in size with a w�rking pressure of 150 pounds per sguare inch
shall be in strict acc.ordance with the American Water Works Association
Standard for "Gate Valves for Water and Other Liquids", C500, latest
revision. Gate valves which have a working pressure greater than
specified above shall be in accordance with all requirements of AV�,
Specifications. Flanges for valves shall be drilled to match connecting
flanges. All flanges shall conform to the latest Standard Specification
of the American National Standards Institute. Flanges shall be Class
125. Gate valves shall be b�iieller No. A-2380 or Kennedy AWWA Gate
Valves. Distribution syst�n gate valves for pipe, other than concrete
pressure pipe, shall have mechanical joint ends, unless othenaise
approved by the City in writing.
All gate valves shall be non-rising stem and shall turn
counter-cicckwise to open. Valves shall have a wrench nut for oFeration
unless otherwise specified. Valves 16" and larger which are to be
installed in a horizontal position, shall have tracks, rollers and
scrapers to carry the weight of the gates throughout their entixe length
of travel. Rollers and scrapers shall be solid bronze and the tracks
shall be solid bronze on hard babbitt. All manuai operated valves above
si;{teen inches (16") in size and larger shall be provided with gearing,
with an extended gear case, with cover plates and with a bypass valve.
All gate valves shall be installed in a vertical position unless
otherwise shawn on the plans.
9.2 VALUE BOXES FOR VALUES: Cast iron valve boxes shall be firr,ily
supported and maintained centered and plumb over the wrench nut of the
gate valve, with box cover flush with the surface of the ground, or at
such other level as may be directed. For each nut-operated gate valve,
the Contractor shall furnish and install necessary valve boxes. Valve
boxes shall be a three-piece cast iron valve box of the extension type
and shall be similar and equal to Trinity Valley Iron & Steel Co�any,
Pattern No. 4625. Extension shall be provided as required. Valve boxes
shall have poured concrete support 4�� x 2' x 2' placed at finish
surface.
The C�ntractor shall be responsible for .adjusting the valve boxes
to the proper length to conform to the ground or pavement surface.
9.3 H11I�IDL�dG AND INSTALLING GATE VALUES: Valves shall be carefully
handled and lawered into position by mechanical equipr,lent in such a
manner as to prevent damage to any part of the valves. The valve shall
be placed in the proper position with stem tnzly vertical or horizontal
as the case may be, and shall be securely held until ali connections
have been tnade. The Contractor sr.all fiirnish all bolts and gaskets for
flanged connections and M.J. connections.
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ta�ed around the outside so as tc� hold the }.x�x in its pmp�. position.
� The top of the box shall be adjusted to the proper elevation and
�, securely held in place.
' 9.4 BI,OCECING UNpg2 GATE VAI,VE: All qate valves which are buried shall
rest on ooncrete pad. Pad shall extend for the full width of the trench
and from back of hub to back of hub (or flange) . Care shall be taken to
not interfere with the jointinq, Concrete shall be of 1500 psi quality,
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ITFT�1 10 - FIRE HYDRANTS
10.1 GIIJER�L: Fire hydrants shall conform in all respects with ATnh�
Standards for "Dry-Barrel Fire Hydrants", AWV�1 C502-?3, except as herein
specified. Bucy shall be for four feet, measured fr�n bottom of trench
to ground line or such other depths as may be required by the profile.
Fire hydrants shall be either Mueller Improved A-423 or approved equal
c��lying with City's standards.
Hydrants shall have five and one-fourth (5;") inch miniirnun valve opening
on a barrel of approximately seven inches (7") inside diameter. A
bronze insert shall be utilized for seat ring. Hydrants shall have
bronzed bused weep holes. Hydrants sha.11 be designed for six inch (6")
pipe connection to street main, and shall be equipped with Lwo 22" hose
nozzles (National Standard Thread) , and one 4" 4-484 Mueller steamer
nozzles. Hydrants shall have 1" square, operating nuts, and shall turn
counterclockwise to open.
Hydrants shall be of the dry top type, with "O"-ring packing, and shall
have a co�ression type main valve that closes with pressure.
10.2 INSTALLATION: The hydrants shall be instailed at the location
directed by the E�gineer. Unless approved by the City �ngineer, fire
hydrants shall have maximum spacings of 500 feet in residential areas
ar�d 300 feet in c�rcial or mercantile areas. They sha.11 be set truly
vertical and securely braced with concrete blocks until self-standing,
and shall be surrounded with a miniirnun of seven (7) cubic feet of washed
gravel or stone. Installation details are to be shown on the Plans.
The fire hydrants shall be installed with a gate valve between main line
and fire hydrant. T'he main line fitting shall have flanged outlet and
the isolating gate valve shall have .flange and mechanical joint ends.
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ITEht 11 - PUC PIPE SEWERS
11 •1 • GENERAL: Unless otherwise approved by the City in writing, all
sewer pipe 4-inch size through 15-inch size shall be PVC pipe as herein
specified. This specification designates requirements for unplasticized
polyvinylchloride (PVC) Plastic Gravity sewer pipe with integral wall
bell and spigot joints for the conveyance of domestic sewage.
11 .2 MATERIALS: Pipe and fittings shall meet the extra strength re-
qu�rements of ASTM Specification D3034, SOR 35. (SDR is arrived at
by dividing the pipe O.D. by the wall thickness).
11�. 3 JOINTS: Joints for the PUC Pipe and fittings shall be compression
rubber gasket joints. The. bell shall consist of an integral wall section
with a solid cross section rubber ring factory assembled, securely locked
in place to prevent displacement.
11 .4 FITTINGS: Fittings and accessories shall be manufactu:�ed and fur-
nished by the pipe supplier or approved equa] and have bell and/or spigot
configuration identical to that of the pipe. , �
11 .5 STIFFNESS: Minimum pipe stiffness at 5q deflection shall be 46
psi for all sizes when calculated in accordance with ASTM D-2412.
11 .6 DIf�fENSIONS:
Pipe Size Outside Diameter Min. LJa11 Thickness
4�� 4.215" + 0.007
6�� 6.274" + p.009 0.125"
$�� 8.400" + 0.010 0.180"
10" 10.500" + 0. 013 �•240"
�2�� 12. 500" + 0.016 0.300" .
15" 15.3Q0" + 0.021 0.360"
— 0.440"
11 . 7 RECEIVING, STORAGE AND HANOLING: Care shall be used in unloading
, and handling to avoid cuts an� abras�ons to the pipe. PVC pipe and
, fittings must be stored to be protected from prolonged heat or direct
, '� sunlight. Any protective covering may be used which will -not absorb
much heat and which will reflect direct rays of the sun. VentiTation
should be provided with any type of cover used.
11 .8 LAYIt�G PIPE: Pipe shall be laid in accordance with the manufac-
turer's instructions. This includes making sure that the bell and
spigot is clean, and that the spigot is inserted the prescribed amount
to allow for expansion and contraction due to temperature change. Joint
lubricant shall be used as recommended.
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manhole wall, it must be recognized that concrete and mortar will not
bond to the PVC pipe, and as a result some fonn of special wall fitti.ng
inust be provided as leakage around the pipe through the r.�.nhole wall
will not be acceptable. A ring water stcp as an integral part of the
wall fitting is one acceptable riethod.
where a manhole drop assembly is constructed of PVC pipe, the c'sop
piping shall be encased in concrete outside the manhole.
� 11.10 INFILTRATION TES'T: The cong�leted sewer line will be tested for
leakage by hydrostatic or air test as specified in Item 14 of these
specifications.
11.11 'I�CH BACKF'ILL: Trench and backfill shall �ly with the
separate section contained in these doct�nts. In general, all PVC
sewer shall be co�letely encased in Z�pe 1 or 'I'ype 2 �e�rent
material, as specified in Item 14, from 4" under the pipe to 6" over the
top of the pipe. In such cases where the pipe will cross under a future
pavement area, the entire trench shall be backfilled with granular
material up to wi.thin 12" of the natural ground surface.
11.12 D�'LD�rION ALLOWAidCE FOR INSTALLID PIPE: After the pipe has been
co�letely installed ar;d backfilled, a mandrel shall be pulled through
the entire li.ne to determine whether the maximt�n allcwable Sa deflection
has been exceeded. The diameter of the mandrel shall be 50 less t.han
the inside diameter of the sewer line. In such cases where the mandrel
may hang due to excess deflection, the pipe shall be uncovered at this
point and the conditions shall be corrected. Correction may be by
reworking the embedme.nt and backfill, or by replacing that section of
pi�e. This portion of the pipe shall again be backfilled, and the
mandrel pulled through again, and this process repeated until the pipe
is clear of all obstructions. ,
11.13 PLUGS: Open ends of pipe shall be effectively plugged any time
pipe laying is stopped. Stub-outs from mar.holes for future connections
shall be plugged.
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ITII�i 12 - VITR.�IID CLAY PIPE SEWEFiS
12.1 GE�]ERAL: Unless otherwise approved }�, the City, all pipe for
sec.�ers larger than 15 inches diameter shall be of best 1
clay sewer pipe as herinafter specified. pi 9�1 tY vitrified
pipe plant by a qualified independent testing Iaboratorytinta�ccordance
with ASTM 301. Results of the tests shall be reported to the Ehgineer
in writing before shi�nent of the pipe. Cost of the testing sha.11 be
included in the price bid for furnishinq anci installing the pipe.
12.2 SPECIFICATIONS FOR VITR�IID CZAY PIPE Ar,r?D FITTIlVGS: ,�,11 vitrified
clay sewer pipe and fittings shall be niunber one
` straight lines and circles with standard tolerances�arid�sh�l in all
respects ccm�ly with the Specifications of the American Society of
Testir:g riaterials Iatest designation C-700, �ra g���� �cept as
modified herein.
All pipe and specials shall be of best cruality vitrified clav and shall
, be of the hub and spigot pattern. All pipe and,�specials shail be sound
and thoroughly burned throughout, s�ot1-i on the inside and free from
, blisters, ltmg�s or flakes which are greater than one-sixth (1/6) inch of
, the thiclmess of the pipe or one-eighth (1/8) inch, whichever is the
, least. The pipe shall be free frcgn fire cracks of any }cind extending
, , through the sheil. The pipe shall be well fornted and straight. The
, pipe shall have a clear ring when tapped �,alth a h�nmer. The bells and
, spigot shall be as near to true circles as can be manufactured in
tolerances as permitted by A.S.T.M.
It shall be the pipe manufacturer's responsibility to furnish pipe that
the spigot end of one joint will have a miniirnun of 3/8" clearance around
the pipe and between the bell of anotY,,er joint when place together. The
pipe shall not be turned more than_4 of a round in one disection only to
achieve this mininnmi clearance.
- ', The outside diameter of the barrel may be greater th�-�ri the maxu;;�n
' figures stated in Table 20 of ASTM Pipe Spe�ifications, provided the �
, other dir;ensions are varied accordingly with the specification
tolerances and the revision of the diameter of the pipe shall be carried
the entire length af the project.
Barely meeting the requiren�nts of these Specifications wi11 not be
considerec� as acceptable. It is intended tha� these Specifications
provide a mir.ir;nun quality which will be accepta.b.Ie and the supplier will
be e.�cted to exceed these requirements. While the ASTM Specificaticns
perm.it the rejection of pipe having fractures, or cracks passing through
t�:e barrel or socket, except that a single crack at the spigot end of
the pipe not ex.ceeding 750 of the depth of the socket or a single
fracture in the socket not exceeding 3 inches around the circlmtiference
nor 2 inches lengtllwise may be perniitted, it is not the intent of these
Specifications to perr.ut any appreciaY�le quantity of pipt �eet�q the
herein described permissible fractures. The c�t;antity of fractured pige
to b� accepted for this project shall be at the discretion of the R�ner.
ps an e:cception to AS`i��i Specifications, the Owner reserves the right to
mar)c �ait.h appropriate marking pencil all pipe rejected due to failure to
corr�ly witti these specifications. The supplier will be expected to load
and retu��n this rejected pipe to their stockyards im�diately.
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12.3 CLASSES: Unless othexwise approved in writing by the Owner, all
pipe shall be e�•tra strength class.
12.4 JOINTS: The pipe shall have precast compression type joints, such
as Dickey Joints, manufactured by W.S. Dicl:ey Clay Manufacturing Company
or Delta Steel, manufactured by Can-Tex Industries, Inc. , or approved
equal. Joints shall be a type approved by the City Ehgineer in writinq,
12.5 LAYING CLAY SEWER PIPE: Upon the required embedment, the pipe
shall be laid to the line and grade shcx�m on the plans. The Ehgineer
will provide off-set stakes at 100 foot intervals, and will provide the
Contractor with a cut sheet shawing cut fr�► top of hub stake to flaw
line of pipe. Contractor shall set the pipe to grade and alignn�nt
using laser equipment and shall carefully check subgrade of trench, and
flaw line of pipe for proper grade and alignment. The pipe shall not
vazy more than 1/10 foot fran true line and not r�re than 2/100 frc8n
� theoretical grade.
Prior to laying, the pipe shall be carefully inspected for c�liance
with the specifications and pipe which is cracked or broken or that does
not fully comply with the specifications shall be rejected, and
ir,�nediately removed from the site of the work by the Contractor.
12.6 EXFILTRATION: All pipe shall be tested for leakage as specified
under a separate item in these specifications, using either -hydrostatic
or pneurnatic test.
12.7 OBSTRUCTION TEST: After the pipe has been laid and backfilled, a
manclrel or ball shall be pulled through the line or insure there are no
obstructions. The diameter size of the mandrel or ball shall be 5g less
than the �nside diameter of the pipe.
12.8 CLOSURES: �tao type of end closures are required in the construction
of the Project. One is a teni�orary closure for use during construction
and the other is a permanent closure for sewers which do not terr,tinate
in manholes, or where there are stub-outs of manholes.
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Ii'1�3�I 13 - MANHOT,FS � �j,�S
13.1 GIIVERAL: Manholes shall be constructed at locations shawn on the
plans or as directed by the EYigineer. Mantioles may be c�nstructed using
cast-in-place ccncrete or precast concrete at the option of the
contractor and the approval of the Engineer, The Contractor's attention
is called to the fact that s�ne manhole tops are to be above ground and
some manhole tops, installed ahead of land development, may be below the
finished ground surface.
As applicable the details shawn on the plans shall apply. All manhole
bases, or footings, shall be 3,000 psi class concrete.
13.2 CONCRETE NIANHOT;FS, Pg�T: pr�st, reinforced concrete n�nholes
shall be as fabricatect by Gifford-Hi11 or approved equal, Joints in the
precast m3nhole sections shall be sealed against I.eakage with prefo..Yr,�c?
, plastic material "Ram-Nek", or other approved pern�anently �=:stic
4�aterseal. Flhere the depth of r.�nhole is suitable for precast concrete,
', ', the Owner will accept this type oi construction,as equal t.o the brick
' , manhole.
' Precast reinforced concrete shapes shall be furnished for sanitary sewer
manhole construction in the fonn of risers, concentric cones, and grade
rings. Precast reinforced concrete manhole sections shall be of the
bell and spigot or tongue and groove design meetinq the requinrnnts of
AS�s C-478 having a wall thicJ�ess equal to that of AS�I C-76 wall "B".
Joints may be preforn�ed O-Ring rubber qasket conformiuig to the
requirements of ASZtii C-443. Risers shall be in star:dard lengths of 1
through 6 feet in incrern��ts of one foot. Concrete used in these
r,ti.-�nhole sections shall be at least 40s of lirc�stene aggrsgate.
Ntanl:ole steps shall be installed by the pipe manufacturer where
attention shall be given to a safe structural tie. Vertical centerline
of steps shall be marked on the outside of each manhole section. Steps
shall be non-corrosive material as shawn belcx,,� and on plans. .
13.3 i�IONOLITHIC MANHOLES: Monolithic cor.crete manholes shall be poured
on the job site using specially designed, re-usable fornis. N�-�nholes
shall be poured from 3000# concrete to provide a forn;�d wall thic:mess
of at least 6 �nches. Monolithic manlioles shall be substantially
watertight when co�leted. Aggregate shall be at least 40� liriestone in
the concrete.
13.4 r-L�,I�,Tf:CLE R1�7GS AND COVI�ZS: 1�-inhole rings and covers shall be madE
or gray ircn castings, �a.S`1'NI A-48, and shall conforr,l to Class No. 30.
Tl:e general d'.uaensional reruirements ror the Standard manhole ring and
ccver shall be as follows:
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Thickness of lid at edge 1_7�g��
Clear opening in frame 22���
Zbtal depth of frame ���
Depth of lid seat in frame 2�� �
Outside diameter of frame at bottom 32��
Width of frame flange at bott�n 4 3/4"
The ring and cover sha.11 be equal to Western Iron Works, San Angelo,
Stock No. 42, having a weight of 300 po�unds or the equivalent pattern
produced by Trinity Valley Iron & Steel Ccx�any, McKinley Iron 6Vorks of
Fort Worth, Texas. Lids shall be interchangeable, and adaptable to all
other rings of this pattern. The accuracy of the castings shall be such
that the lid will have full bearinq on the seat ring, and will not
rattle under traffic. Al1 castings shall be clean and sound, and free
of blaw or sand holes and other defects.
13.5 MANHOLE STF�S: Manhole steps shall be fiberglass or metal coated
with approved plastic material. Where steps are installed in precast
concrete wall, they shall either be installed at pipe plant using
non-shrinking grout or the project site using a non-shrink grout.
13.6 MANHOLE DROPS: It is intended that a drop manhole piping assesnble
be installed in all cases where the distance between the incaminq pipe
and the floor of the manhole is three feet or more. The drop assem�bly
shall be encased in concr�te as shcwn on the plan. Al1 drops are to be
installed outside the manhole.
13.7 STUB-OUTS AT MANHOLES: Where future connections are expected at
manholes, the contractor shall furnish and install stubrout pipe and
plug, or cap, as directed by the E�gineer. Where such stub-outs are to
be installed, the Ehgineer will advise the Contractor as to details
aheud of manhole construction. �
13.8 CLEANOUTS; It is intended to provide a cleanout at the dead ends
of all sewer lines unless a manhole is provided at that point.
Cleanouts shall be constructed in accordance with the details shown on
the plans.
13.9 5 FT. DIA. MAt�iOLES: Where concrete precast sections are used for
5 foot diarreter manholes and conical top sections are not available, the
: Owner will consider a straight side without a ccne. The top must be
properly reinforced with tI.H, opening at one side. The M.H. ring must
__ be set on at least two adjust�nent rings to a1Zow for future elevation
adjustrr.ents. If the manhole, 5-foot diameter, is in areas that are
paved, or subject to being paved, the re�nforced top shall be not less
than one foot below finish giade and adjustr�ent rir.gs shall be used to
bring the top of mar�zole ring flush with grade.
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ITL1�1 14 - F�ILTRATIp1V TESTg
14.1 GIIVER�L: Exfiltration test shall be perfon;�ed on aIl sew�r pipe by
either a hydrostatic or a pne�natic method, as specified.
14.2 �XXF"II,TRATION TEST HYDR0.STATIC METHOD: All sewer pipe shall be so
installed that the ccx�leted sewer will have a maxim�un exfiltration of
150 gallons per inch of internal diameter, per mile of pipe, per 24
hours, where the m�innmi hyclrostatic head at the centerline of the pipe
does not exceed twenty-five (25) feet.
In measuring the exfiltration, a ten�orary test stack to 15 feet above
the top of sewer level s�all be built in the sew�r line just autside the
manhole at the upper end of the new line. All open ends (sezvice lines,
etc.) shall be plugged and water introduced into the test s�ack, filling
the line and the stack to top level. After water has rezna�^=.: .in the
line twenty-four (24) hours, the water level is again brouc�, _,.;t, to the
stack top elevation. After one hour, the water level is rr��ured from
the starting poirit and the quantity of leakage �o�uL,.ed, If necessary,
the line shall be repaired and the test re-n.ui until the exfiltration is
within the requir�rents.
The test stack shall be removed upon co�letion of tests.
�•7ater used in testing may be obtained at the nearest fire hydrant at the
Contractor's expense. _
In lieu of the exfiltration test, the Contractor may use or be required
to use an air test as specified below.
' 14.3 EXFILTRATION TEST FT�EUMATIC bIETHCD: Air test.
', 14.3.1 CC�3vvEFtAI,; Where specified, in accordance with the stipulated
, requirements on the project plans or specifications, air tests shall be
I'� made on sanitary sewer systems. S�ch ais tests shall be made by the .
I pressure drop versus tir,�e method,
14.3.2 REqUIRQ��ITg; pn sanitar� sewer syster�s requiring air tests, the
Contractor shall furnish all material, equi�nent and labor. The air
gages will be dead weight tested and approved by the E,hgineer. The
�gineer shall judge the results of the tests. The test shall be
performed usir.g the below state equipcnent accordir.g to stated
procedures.
14.3.3 E�UIPNIF.'NT: The equipm�r:t used shall meet the followir.g r,tinir,nur,
requirements:
(a) Pnetu;tiatic plugs shall have a sealing length equal to or
greater than the diar�eter of the pipe to be inspected.
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(b) Pneunatic plugs shall resist internal test pressures without
requiring external bracing or blocking.
(c) All air used shall pass through a single control panel.
(d) Three individual hoses shall be used for the follc�wing
connection:
1) From the control panel to pneimiatic plugs for inflation.
2) From the control panel to a sealed line for introducing
the law-pressure air.
3) Frcan a sealed line to control panel for continually
monitoring the air pressure rise in the sealed line.
(e) Air co�ressor of adequate capacity for charging the systen.
14.3.4 PROCEDURES: All pnetunatic plugs shall be seal-tested before
being used in the actual test installation. One length of pipe shall be
laid on the ground ana sealed at both ends with the pnetmiatic plugs to
be checked. Air shall be introduced into the plugs to 25 psi. The
sealed pipe shall be pressurized to S psig. The plugs shall hold
against this pressure withcut bracing and without movement of the plugs
out of the pipe. -_
After a m�lole to manhole reach of pipe has been backfilled and the
pneimiatic plugs have been ch�cked by the above mentioned procedure, the
plugs shall be placed in the line at each manhole and inflated to 25
psig. Low pressure air shall be introduced into this sealed line until
the intei-nal air pressure reaches 4 psig. Allaw at least two minutes
for tY:e air ten�erature to stdbilize, adding only the amount of air
required to maintain pressure. If the pipe to be tested is submerged in
ground water, insert a pipe probe by borir:g or jetting into the backzill
material adjacent to the center of the pipe, and deterr.tuze the pressuxe
in the probe when air passes slc�wly through it. This is back pressure
due to grour:d water submergence over the end cf the probe. All gauge
pressure in the test should be increased by this amount. - After the
stabilization period {3.5 psig of minimLun pressure in the pipe) start
stop watch. Detezmi�ze ti.me in seconds that is reauired for the interr.al
air pressure to reach 2.5 psig. Mininnun pezm.issible pressure holciing
ti.� for runs of sir.gle pipe diameter are ind�cated in the followir.g
table.
Syste� tests shall be subject to �rfldification of this table which shall
co:�fonn to tables and nomograph on file cvith the �gineer.
Should the sanitaiy sewer syst� fail air tests, the Contractor shall
find and repair the leaks and retest. On syst�ns �•�here water tests are
applicable for testing manholes, water tests shall be performed on the
mar��ole even though the pipe is air testeci.
Cost of all material, equipr,ient, labor, etc. , required in test:sg shall
be included in the price bid per foot of pipe in place.
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ITFM 15 - PIPE IIKBIDMII�T
15.1 GIIVERAI,: A11 water, sanitary sewer and drainage pipe will be
installed with granular en�edmerit, or concrete cradle or encasem�nt, as
sha�m on the plans and specified herein. Granular �chnent material
shall meet the require�mts for one of the three alternate types of
embedment material specified herein. Whereever designated on the plan
or elsewhere in the Contract Doc�m�,nts, alternate types may be lir.zited
to one type, or two typ�s of granular embec�nent,
15.2 COtiCR��'E CRADI,E AND/pR F�ICASEN�VT; Where shawn on the plans or
specified, or requested by the City, concrete cradle (emb�dment) or
concrete encasement shall be installed. Concrete cradle and encasement
shall be 1500 psi concrete r+�eting requirements of Item 3. The
Contractor shall install the concrete cradle and enca.s�nent in such
manner as to avoid floating the pipe, or moving the pipe out of proper
position, while obtaining m�nolithic concrete section. Additional
payment shall be allowed for concrete cradle and/or concrete encasement
at the unit price bid with measurement allawable as shown on the pians.
In the event measuren�nt allcwable is not shawn on the plans,
measurement shall be based upon muzitrnun txench width allQaed and type
section to be used.
15.3 CRUSHED LIP�STONE, TYPE l, ENIBIDI�7T: Crushed limestone shall
consist of durable particles of crushed stone ranging in size from 3/4"
to ;" with percent of wear not exceeding 35. The gradation based on
ASTM D448 size 67 is as follcws:
Sieve Size � By Weight Passing
1�� 100
3/4" . 90 - 100
3/8" 20 - 55
NO• 4 0 - 10
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15.4 GRZ-�VII.,, TYPE 2, II�+IBIDMENT: Gravel for embec�ient and/or encas�nt
shall be washed gravel rangirig in size frcm 3/4-incl-� diameter to ;-inch
diameter �r�eting the requirer.�!ent of AS'IT7 Designation C33, Gradation 67.
The riaterial shall be free from clay and organic riaterial. �
15.5 PIT-RUN, TYPE 3, IIKBID2•�IT: Pit run granular er�bedm�nt material
shall be free flowing sand, or mixed sand and pea gravel, free frcm
__ large stones, clay and organic material. The m�aterial may �e an
inferior grade of pit run or blaa sand not nornlally considered
satisfactory for concrete aggregate, and may be used directlt�1� frcm pits
�vithout processing, provided it complies with the qualities described
herein. The material shall be such that when wet it will not fom� a mud
ball or tend to cling tcgether. The material shall have 100a passir:g a
one (1") inch sieve, and the plasticity index of that part_passing the
40 sieve shall not be greater th��n 2, unless �•rritten approval is
obtained from the OHmer.
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typical sa�les of materials he proposes to use for the e�lt to the
Engineer for approval. The Ehgineer's appraval must be obtained before
delivering e�dment to the site.
15.7 PAYP�,i'T FOR FT4BID1�Nr; Unless otherwise specified and allawed for
in the proposal items, no separate payment shall be made for elr�bec�e.nt,
Payment for the pipe furnished and installed shall include eqr�be�nent as
a part of the installation and materials. Where shown on ttve plans or
requested by the F�qirieer� concrete cradle shall be used and shall be
paid for separately and in adc�ition to � �it price bid for sewer
pipe, and/or water pipe.
15.8 INSTAT�,ING II�EDl�]'I': p,fter �e �-�� �t� is brc�_� to ---�
elevatian and gradecl to unifonn slo " �``'`�'^"
initial, or bedding, layer of e�t u� �na actor shall �nstall the
than that r P grade slightly higher
equired for the bottcsn of the pipe and shall scaop out
recesses to receive the pipe bells. The pipe shall then be placed on
the initial bedding and brought to grade by t�t�inq, F�ach pipe section
shall have uniform bearinq on the embedm�-�t for the length of the pipe,
except i�nediately at the joint. Where required, adjustrne�t to the pipe
grade line shall be made by scraping away or filling with �nt
. material. Wedging or blocking up the pipe wiZl not be perr.titted. With
the pipe set fizmly on grade, the bell hoZes shall be filled and the
bedding material extended upward to the p,roper elevation. Then select
material from trench excavation sh�ll be addeci to complete the pipe zone
backfill. The select material shall extend up�,ard to elevation
12-inches above top of pipe or 12-inches above top of �nbec�ne.nt,
whichever is highest. It is the intent that the em'�c�nent be co�acted
in place which may require some handwork b�, the Conts.actor. After the
select material is in place, the Contraetor shall compact the select
� material and �n� �t�ial by use of water jetting, The select ,
material frcm trench excavation shall be semewhat free frcro stiff clay
and l�s, which may require sorr�e special e��orts to obtain and use as
select materials in the pipe zone. .
15.9 SELEC'I' P•1ATERIAL IN plpE ZpiVE; Select material from trench
excavation sr.all be �laced above e�lt, or encas�nt, materi�.l to
an elevation not less than one foot above top of all types pipe. �Jhere
jetting is to be perfonned, the select material shall be installed ahead
of jetting the pipe zone. No additional co�ensation shall be allcwed �
for selecting and installing this material in top part of pipe zone.
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ITII'•1 16 - PVC PIPE FOR WATER LINF,S
16.1 N]ATII2IAI.S; PVC pipe shall be Class 150 confozming to AW6� Standard
C-900. Pipe shall be "Blue �rute" manufactured by Johns P�anville or
approved equal. Pipe shall carry the listing of the Underwriters
Laboratories and have approval for use in water distri.bution systems in
Texas.
�111 PVC pipe shall be encased in ��t material from 6" belaw pipe
barrel to a miniirnIIn of 6" above top of pipe barrel.
16.2 PIPE HAtWLING: Pipe unloading shall be done by hand and shall not
be dropped, dragged or thravn. Pipe to be left outdoors more than four
months must be covered with tarps or opaque polyethylene film; no pipe
may be stored outside under direct sunlight or heat in excess of four
months. Pipe shall be stored on a flat surface with full bearing and
stacked no more than two (2') feet high for SDR piping. Fittings shall
be stored in their shipping containers and out of direct sunlight.
Damaged pipe with excessive �eep scratches will be rejected. Out of
round pipe which cannot be rounded by hand pressure shall not be used.
16.3 PIPE LAYING:
16.3.1 I��lERING PIPE AND ACCESSGRIES INIb TREIJCH; �
16.3.1.1 GIIVERAL: Proper impler�nts, tools, and facilities satisfactory
to the E�gineer shall be utilizecl by the Contractor for the safe and
efficient execution of the work. All pipe, fittings, valves, hydrants
and accessories shall be carefully lowered into the trench in such
manner as to prevent d�mage to pipe and fittings. Under no
circumstances shall the pipe or accessories be dropped or d�ed into
the trench.
16.3.1.2 INSPE�I'ION OF PIPE AND ACCESSORIES: The pipe and accesories,.
shall be inspected for defects prior to lowering into trench. Any
defective, dam�ged or unsound material shall be repaired or replaced as
ctirected by the Ehgineer. _
16.3.1.3 PIPE I�P'r CLEAN: All foreign matter or di�t shall be reroved
from the interior ot the pipe before lowering ir.to position in the
trench. Pipe shall be kept clean by means approved by the r�gineer
during and atter laying.
16.3.1.4 JOINING PIPE SECTION: The sealing surface of the pipe, the
bell to be joined, and the rubber ring shall be cleaned imrr�diately
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before assembly, and assembly shall be made as recam�ncied b�, the
manufacturer. When pipe laying is not in progress, the open ends of
installed pipe shall be closed to prevent entrance of trench water into
the line. Whenever water is excluded fran the interior of the pipe.
enough backfill shall be placed on the pipe to prevent floati,ng, p,ny
pipe that has floated shall be removed from the trench and the bedding
restored. No pipe shall be laid when tlze trench conditions or the
weather are unsuitable for proper installation as determined by the
E7igineer.
16.3.1.5 CUITIlVG plpE; The pipe shall be cut in a neat and worlat�nlike
man.ner without damage to the pipe so as to have a s�iooth end at right
angles to the �is of the pipe.
16.3.2 JOIl�;ING PVC TO FIZTINGS AND ACCESSORIES:
16.3.2.1 GE[�IERAL; pVC pipe shall be manufactur�,d with outside d.iameters
equal to those of cast and ductile iron. Each valve, hydrant, or
fitting connected to PVC plastic pipe shall be ecluipped with a bell or
adapter having a profile that pezm.its a seal to be made directly bet�„�en
the pipe end and the bell of the fitting with a rubber ring. The rubber
rir:g shall be supplied by the fitting or accessory manufacturer.
16.3.2.2 IIVD PREPARATION: Pipe ends shall be cut square and deburred or
rcunded in accordance with pipe manufacturer's reconII;�endations.
16.3.2.3 PUSH-ON JOINTS; The pushron joint is a single rubber-gasket
joint. It is assembled by the positioning of a rubber rinq gasket in an
annular recess in the fitting socket and the forcing of the end of the
pipe into the socket. The pipe end compresses the gasket radially to
, , form a positive seal. The gasket and annular recess are designed, sized
and shaped so that the gasket is locked in place against displacement.
, Care should be taken to use the correct rubber rinq to match the fitting
' ring groove profile. Assembly of the ring wit�i the ring groove and
entire joint assesnbly should be in accordance with the manufacturer's
reco�ndations.
16.3.2.4 b1EQ�NIcAr• JO�: �e �chanical joint is a bolted joint of
the stutfing box type, Each joint sha�l consist of: (1) a bell
provided with an exterior land having bolt holes or slots and a socket
with an annular recess for the sealing gasket and the plain end of the
plastic pipe; (2) a sealing gasket; (3) a follawer gland with bolt r�oles �
matching those in the fitting; and (4) tee bolts and hexagonai nuts.
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16.4 PLL'GGING OF DEAD II�IDS: Plugs shall be inserted into the bells of
a�l aead-end fittir.gs. Spigot ends of accessories, fittings and plain
ends of plastic pipe shall be capped, A reaction or thnlst backing
shall be provided at all dead-ends of pipe that are capped or plugged.
Capped or plugged outlets to fittings shall be restrained to the
fittings according to the fitting manufacturer's reca�nendation.
16.5 SERVICE CONNEt,TIpNg; Se�vice connections for all pipe diameters
and classes shall be made� by means of a suitable saddle. SaddZes shall
be Smith-Blair, Inc. , � 352 with bronge tapped inserts or riueller
H1342, 22, 25, 28, 31, 33, 34 or 35. Corporation stops shall be Mueller
H15000.
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ITIl�! 17 - TfiRUST BI�OC�CIl�IG ANp MISC�S�ANEp(1S USE OF 1500 PSI CONCREI'E:
17.1 GFNERI�L: At all locations where there are turns in the water
, distribution piping, concrete thrust blocking shall be used to resist
forces which tzy to separate the line due to internal water pressure.
, One e�cception will be the flushing valve installations where the piping
will have its awn built-in thrust resistance.
17.2 COriSTF,UCTION: Reference is made to the plan details for general
sh�pe and quantities of the thrust blocking. The concrete shall be
2,000 psi in co�liance with the concrete specifications. All blocking
is to bear against undistrubed trench wall. The quantities shc�z on the
plans are believed to be sufficient, and pay quantit�i will be on that
basis. If the contractor shauld over excavate, then in such event any
extra concrete which may result shall be paid for by the Contractor.
17.3 ALISCELLAI`�CUS USE OF 1500 PSI CONCREI'E: 4�,rhile not shc.a� � �e
plans, there may be some isolated cases where 1500 psi concrete will be
required for a small amAunt of pipe esnbedment, �1;so, on the dawnstream
end of headwalls, there may be occasion for a small am�unt of roughly
finished concrete rip rap to control erosion. In such everit 1500 psi
concrete shall be used at the unit price bid.
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I'i�i 18 - STII2ILIZF�ION AND TFSTING OF WATII2 r,7��
18.1 GIIVERAL: After the pipe has been laid and backfilled, the newly
laid pipe shall be fillecl with sterilizing solution and after
sterilization as specified, the pipe shall be subjected to hydrostatic
test.
During the construction aperations, wor)Qrnn shall be required to use
ut�nost care to see that parts of the stxuctures, inside of pipes,
fittings, jointing materials, valves, etc. , the surface of which come in
contact with the Owner's water are r�aintained in a sanitary condition.
Contractor shall not insert chlorine in PVC water lines except in the
fonn of chlorine in a water solution. Every effort irnust be made to keep
the inside of the pipe, fittings, and valves free of all foreign matter,
sticks, dist, rocks, etc. As each joint of pipe is being laid, it must
be effectively swabbed so that all foreign matter is removed. All
fittings and exposed open ends of pipe �st be blocked or capped until
the line is co�leted.
A.fter the pipe has been lai.d and backfilled, and� after sterilizing, the
neti,�ly laid pipe shall be shall be subjected to hydrostatic pressure test
by raising the pressure to the specified test pressure of 150 psi. At
his option, the Coiitractor may install plugs for the purpose of testing
pipe.
15.2 STEFtILIZATION: Sterilization of the line or any section thereof
shall not be canursnced until the Owner's approval of the method,
apparatus, sterilizing agent and the section of the line has been
obtained. When the pipe line has been co�leted, be�ore nydrostatic
testing, and before turning over to the Owner, the line shall be
thoroughly sterilized according to the follawing procedure:
l. Isolate the section to be sterilized so as to co�letely fill
its er:tire volume capacity with water V�hile adding chlorine
solution.
2. Inject chlorine into the section of line being sterilized
so that its entire capacity will be filled witY� water
containing chlorine in the �unt of 50 ppm. The sterilizing
agent shall be introduced at one end of the section, and
released from the opposite end ur,til the sterilizing a5ent is
present at the d.ischarge end in such quantity as to i.ndic�te
a residual chlorine of 50 ppm. Al1 valves shall then be
- closed and the sterilizing solution perriitted to rer,Lain in the
pipe line section for r,ot less than 24 hours.
3. At the end of sterilizing period the sterilizing solutior.
will be discharged from the pipe and replacecl �vith fresh
water.
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4. A sa�le of water frcm the sterilized main shall be taken
(not through a fire hydrant) frcan a suitable tap under
the supezvision of the Owner and submitted to a che�nist
for analysis. If the test shaws a satisfactory quality
of water, the line so sterilized may then be
hydrostatically tested and placed in service. If the
sa�le shaws unsatisfactory quality of water the
process of sterilization shall be repeated unti,l a
satisfactozy water is obtained, The Contractor shall
arrange and pay for the analysis by a chemist or
cc�rmiercial laboratozy.
18.3 HYDROSTATIC TESTS: The Contractor shall test each section of pipe
1.nstalled by him using the method herein specified. The duration of
each pressure test shall be for four (4j hours. Hydrostatic tests shall
be per�orn�ed as herein specified.
18.3.1 PRCCIDURE; The Contractor shall test the pipe line �n sections
when all the pipe in the section is at least 4 days old. The test shall
be r;�ade against valves as available, or by placing ter.�c�rary plugs and
bulkheads in the pipe, ar-ld filling the line slowly with water. Care
shall be used to see that all air vents axe open during the filling.
After the Iine, or section thereof, has been completely filled, it shall
be allowed to stand under distribution system pressure for at least 24
hours to allcw the pipe to absorb what water it will and to-allaw the
. escape of air from any air pockets. Duririq this �eriod, the bulkheads,
valves, ranholes and connections shall be examined for leaks. If any
are found, these shall be stopped or, in the case of valves in the main
line or bulkheads, provision shall be made for meastsing the lea�ge
during tl:e test. The water necessazy t,o maintain the test pressure
shall be r.�asured through a meter or by other means satisfactozy to the
�:gineer. Contractor shall furnish all necessary equ.ipment and make
, tests at his expense. �
, Before applying the specifieci test pressure, all air shall be exp�lle�
, from the pip�. In the event it is necessary to expel air fran h.igh
', I poirits other than where outlets are pravided, the Contractor �ray tap the
, line for this purpose and afterwards tightly plug the tag. These taps
must be made by t1;e use of corporation stop. No extra compensation will
be made for these taps.
18.3.2 E}CAMINATION UNDER pR�,gSV�E: puring t�e last two hours of the
test, tt;e entire route of the pipe line shall be inspected to locate any
leaks or breaks. Any �efective joints, cracked or defective pipe,
fittinqs, or valves discovered in conseq_uence of this gressure test
shall be rer.loved and replaced with sound materials and the test shall be
repeated until satisfactory results are obtainecl.
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Any and all noticeable leaks shall be repaired regardless of whether the
actual leakage is within the allawable.
18.3.3 PEF.MISSIBLE I�GE: No pipe installation will be accepted until
or t:nless the leakage is less than that specified in AWG�+, Standard
C600-64, Section 13.7, for pushron type pipe,
18.3.4 LEAKAGE DEFINID: Leak.aqe is defined as the quantity of water to
be supplied into tre necely laid pipe, or any valved section of it,
necessary to maintain the specified test pressure after the pipe has
been filled with water and the air expelled.
18.4 FILLING AND TESTING WATEFt LINES; The Contractor's attention is
called to the methcd of filling and testing water lines. Unless
otherwise shown all water distri.bution pipe lines shall be �i21ed by use
of connection to existing City mains. The Contractor shall take water
at tir;�s, and ar�unts, acceptable to the City, ,Sferilizing agent shall
be added at point of take and the new pipe shall be filled and let stard
under pressure until proper time to test for leakage. Before leak.age
test; valves at connecting ends shall be clased and replacement c•�ater
for leakage test shall be pu�d into the pipe. After hydrostatic test,
the sterilizing water useci during test shall be drained out.
The Contractor shall pay the Owner for all water wasted due to leaks or
line breaks, based upon City's d�estic rate and quantity lost estimated
by the �hgineer.
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ITFI�1 19 - HOUSE SF.R�IICE CONNECTIONS
19.1 GIIVERAL: House sexvice connections shall be installed at the
locations and to the details set forth on the Plans. The meter bcx
shall be set 18" behind the curb unless directed othezwise and approved
by the City.
19.2 MA`�RTAT�: �,-�ice lines shall be 1" I.D. Z�pe "K" coPper tubinq
uniess specified otherwise on the approved Plans. The corporation stop
shall be Mueller No. 15000. The nnter stop shall be 1�Iueller H-14255
with lock wing. The bronze bushing shall be Mueller H-15425 wi.th a 3/4"
, straight meter coupling - riueller No. H-10890 or angle valve.
19.2 CONSTRUCTION: All trenching, backfilling and pipe layir_g shall be
of first class worlananship and in general c�liance with otr:- sections
of these specifications. After installation, the corporatic^ stop shall
be left in the open position and the meter stop in the closed position.
Seivice lines shall be installed prior to testing th�e water mains.
19.3 SERVICE I�TIONS: Unless otherwise designated by the Owner, water
services shall be located at center of lots to be served. The locations
shall be approved by the City.
19.4 P��TER BOXES: Meter boxes for service connections, 1" size or less,
shall be 18" diameter corrugated galvanized steel material, 14" deep,
with cast iron lid. Boxes for larger meters, and variance from this
specification, shall have the City's written approval.
19.5 CURBS: Qzrbs to be marked with "w" sta�ed in concrete. At t�me
that tap is made, it is to have Blue "A11en" marking tape run from
service to top of ground, a 2" x 4° �stake painted Blue is to be driven
at the curb behind service.
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ITII�1 20 - CITY STAIv'DARDS
20.1 G��ERAL: At intervals the City EYigineer shall prepare, and City
shall adopt, Standards that are contained on drawinqs prepared by the
City �hgineer. Planners or Engineers, shall inctuire ahead of plan
preparation as to such S-tandards being available and shall use same in
construction plans. Variation shall have written approval of the City's
Ehgineer.
20.2 AVAILABILITy OF CITY STAI�IDARDS: Copies of City Standard Detail
Drawings may be obtained fran City �gineex-�s office at same cost as set
up by reprociuction firms.
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PLACEMENT Of WATER METER BOXES
4FTER TNE 9TREET CONTRACTOR WS COYPIETED STRfET METER BOIf SH4lL BE EiTHER CORRU6ATED
CON9TqUCT10N AND HAS BLAOEO AMD CLEANED-UP B�CKlLOpE! METAL WITH CAST IRON TOP ANO l�D OR
BEMIND TME CURB AND 9UTTER. TXE WATER AND OEWER CON- INTERNA710NAL PLASTICS MFO.00.ALL PLASTIC
TRACTOR SXALL PLACE A 1NATER MCTER 807( OVER EACN MATER METER BOX NO.640.WITM BA55 6 NAYES CAST
$ERVICE. TXI! B07(9NALL BE LOCATED 6��B11CK OF CURB AND IqON LI� WITM HAIRPIN IACK NO.3P OR
THE TOP AT FINISHED GRAOE ELEVATION. TNE CURB 3TOP ON THE APPROVED EOU4L.
END OF TNE WATER SERVICE SMALL BE IOCAIED WITMIN e'FROM
TME TOP OF THE BOX. �2��X4��M KER, PAINTEO BLUE 9 W
TNIS WIONK WILL BE CONSIOERED SUBSIDIARY TO BID ITEM FOH WATER
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