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GEOENGINEERSSS FIELD REPORT 19452 001 00
Project Date:
600 STEWART STREET, SUITE 1700 Biomass Cogeneration Facility 3/30/12 (Fri)
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON 98101 Owner: Time of Arrival: Report Number:
206.728.2674 Nippon Paper (NPI) 0730 FR -15
Prepared by: Location: Time of Departure: Page:
Erik Ventura Port Angeles, WA 1430 1 of 3
Purpose of visit Weather: Travel Time: Permit Number:
Corigruction Observation Sunny, -45 F 0.25 hr
l4 arrival to the site I assessed personal safety hazards: Yes or 0 Referred to Site Safety Plan and Safety Tailgate if applicable
a Hazards Were Addressed by PPE Other (describe): NPI Safety Briefing video
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We visited the site to observe installation of auger cast piles for the Biomass Cogeneration Facility located at the
Nippon Paper Plant in Port Angeles, WA. While on site we met with Tim Davis with JH Kelly (contractor) and Paul with
DeWitt (pile contractor). The pile layout sheet is attached for reference.
Augercast Piles
During my visit, the contractor installed a total of 4 piles, for a total of 195 to date. Each of the piles was drilled to a
depth of 75 feet with an 18 -inch diameter continuous flight auger using leads attached to a CX900 hydraulic crawler
crane. All of the piles were completed by drilling the holes and filling them with structural grout using an Olinpump
Millenium Series 3 pump, with a grout pressure of 350 psi. During grouting, the auger was withdrawn from the hole at
a rate that varied from 5 to 10 seconds per foot, but the rate of withdrawal was relatively constant for each pile. The
grout head was approximately 10 to 30 feet. The grout volumes for each of the piles varied from approximately 119 to
124 percent of the theoretical neat line volumes. Per our discussions with DeWitt, the grout volumes were determined
by counting the stroke counts, using 16.5 strokes per cubic yard of grout.
After the auger was completely removed
from each of the holes, the 40 -foot long
steel reinforcing cages and 80 -foot center 1
bars were inserted into the holes.
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0 THIS FIELD REPORT IS PRELIMINARY FIELD REPRESENTATIVE DATE
A preliminary report is provided solely as evidence that field observation was performed. Erik Ventura 3
Observations and /or conclusions and /or recommendations conveyed in the final report may vary
from and shall take precedence over those indicated in a preliminary report.
X THIS FIELD REPORT IS FINAL REVIEWED BY DATE 4011111Ml
A final report is an instrument of professional service. Any conclusions drawn from this report
should be discussed with and evaluated by the professional involved. Tim Bailey, PE 3 aNNO
This report presents opinions formed as a result of our observation of activities relating to our services only. We rely on the contractor to comply with the plans and specification throughout
the duration of the project irrespective of the presence of our representative. Our work does not include supervision or direction of the work of others. Our firm will not be responsible for
job or site safety of others on this project. DIscLAIMER: Any electronic form, facsimile or hard copy of the original document (email, text, table, and /or figure), if provided, and any
attachments are only a copy of the original document. The original document is stored by GeoEngineers, Inc. and will serve as the official document of record.
Attachments: Pile Layout
Distribution: Nippon Paper, AMEC, JH Kelly, NTI, DeWitt, File
File No. 19452 001 -00
March 30, 2012
Page 2
All piles installed today experienced an "T*
approximately 1 to 3 foot drop in grout
level following installation. This drop in d i A
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of the grout into the surrounding soils.
It is our opinion that this drop in grout
level does not represent a problem with
the piles, since crews poured these pile
locations with additional grout to top of 0,
pile elevation to maintain adequate
steel cover. Vol,
The contractor reported a clog in the cir 1
grout line at the tip of the auger when IN
attempting to grout pile AP313 (see
photo to the right). The auger was
completely withdrawn from the hole in
order to remove the clog, and the hole"' v m"
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attempt the contractor reporte
another clog in the grout line. The auger was completely removed from the hole for a second time to remove the clog.
The hole was redrilled again, and again the line clogged. It was determined that the cork used to plug the grout line
during augering had become unseated during drilling on the last three installation attempts and allowed soil to enter
the line and clog it. On the fourth attempt, the contractor pumped grout through the line during augering as well as
during withdrawl, and the pile was installed successfully.
Piles AP312 and AP313 near the shipping office are not shown on the attached pile layout sheet.
Based on our observations, it is our opinion that the piles installed today have been installed in general accordance
with the project plans and specifications.
This completes the deep pile installation, to the best of our knowledge. There are still additional short piles to be
installed, but we understand from NPI that we do not need to be on site for installation of those piles.
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File Number:
GEOENGINEERSSS FIELD REPORT 9452 001 -00
Project
600 STEWART STREET, SUITE 1700 Biomass Cogeneration Facility AfThurs)
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON 98101 Owner: Time of arrival: Report Number:
206.728.2674
Nippon Paper (NPI) 0730 FR -15
Prepared by: Location: Time of Departure: Page:
Erik Ventura Port Angeles, WA 1700 1 of 3
Purpose of visit Weather: Travel Time: Permit Number:
Construction Observation Rain, -45 F 0.25 hr
Upon arrival to the site I assessed personal safety hazards: Yes or Referred to Site Safety Plan and Safety Tailgate if applicable
Safety Hazards Were Addressed by PPE Other (describe): NPI Safety Briefing video
We visited the site to observe installation of auger cast piles for the Biomass Cogeneration Facility located at the
Nippon Paper Plant in Port Angeles, WA. While on site we met with Tim Davis with JH Kelly (contractor) and Paul with
DeWitt (pile contractor). The pile layout sheet is attached for reference.
Augercast Piles
During my visit, the contractor installed a total of 19 piles, for a total of 191 to date. Each of the piles was drilled to a
depth of 75 feet with an 18 -inch diameter continuous flight auger using leads attached to a CX900 hydraulic crawler
crane. All of the piles were completed by drilling the holes and filling them with structural grout using an Olinpump
Millenium Series 3 pump, with a grout pressure of 375 psi. During grouting, the auger was withdrawn from the hole at
a rate that varied from 5 to 10 seconds per foot, but the rate of withdrawal was relatively constant for each pile. The
grout head was approximately 5 to 20 feet. The grout volumes for each of the piles varied from approximately 116 to
130 percent of the theoretical neat line volumes. Per our discussions with DeWitt, the grout volumes were determined
by counting the stroke counts, using 16.5 strokes per cubic yard of grout.
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Observations and /or conclusions and /or recommendations conveyed in the final report may vary
from and shall take precedence over those indicated in a preliminary report.
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X THIS FIELD REPORT IS FINAL REVIEWED BY DATE
A final report is an instrument of professional service. Any conclusions drawn from this report
should be discussed with and evaluated by the professional involved. Tim Bailey, PE 3 aaWHO
This report presents opinions formed as a result of our observation of activities relating to our services only. We rely on the contractor to comply with the plans and specification throughout
the duration of the project irrespective of the presence of our representative. Our work does not include supervision or direction of the work of others. Our firm will not be responsible for
job or site safety of others on this project. DISCLAIMER: Any electronic form, facsimile or hard copy of the original document (email, text, table, and /or figure), if provided, and any
attachments are only a copy of the original document. The original document is stored by GeoEngineers, Inc. and will serve as the official document of record.
Attachments: Pile Layout
Distribution: Nippon Paper, AMEC, JH Kelly, NTI, DeWitt, File
File No. 19452 001 -00
March 29, 2012
Page 2
All piles installed today experienced an
approximately 1 to 3 foot drop in grout
level following installation. This drop in
grout is likely due to consolidation of
the grout or some outward movement
of the grout into the surrounding sous.
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the piles, since crews poured these pile
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File Number:
GEOENGINEERSS FIELD REPORT 19452 001 00
Project: Date:
600 STEWART STREET, SUITE 1700 Biomass Cogeneration Facility 3/28/12 (Wed)
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON 98101 Owner: Time of Arrival: Report Number:
206.728.2674 Nippon Paper (NPI) 0730 FR -14
Prepared by: Location: Time of Departure: Page:
Erik Ventura Port Angeles, WA 1745 1 of 3
Purpose of visit Weather: Travel Time: Permit Number:
Construction Observation Partly Cloudy, -45 F 0.25 hr
Upon arrival to the site I assessed personal safety hazards: Yes or Referred to Site Safety Plan and Safety Tailgate if applicable
Safety Hazards Were Addressed by PPE Other (describe): NPI Safety Briefing video
We visited the site to observe installation of auger cast piles for the Biomass Cogeneration Facility located at the
Nippon Paper Plant in Port Angeles, WA. While on site we met with Tim Davis with JH Kelly (contractor) and Paul with
DeWitt (pile contractor). The pile layout sheet is attached for reference.
Augercast Piles
During my visit, the contractor installed a total of 21 piles, for a total of 172 to date. Each of the piles was drilled to a
depth of 75 feet with an 18 -inch diameter continuous flight auger using leads attached to a CX900 hydraulic crawler
crane. All of the piles were completed by drilling the holes and filling them with structural grout using an Olinpump
Millenium Series 3 pump, with a grout pressure of 350 to 375 psi. During grouting, the auger was withdrawn from the
hole at a rate that varied from 5 to 10 seconds per foot, but the rate of withdrawal was relatively constant for each pile.
The grout head was approximately 5 to 20 feet. The grout volumes for each of the piles varied from approximately 117
to 121 percent of the theoretical neat line volumes. Per our discussions with DeWitt, the grout volumes were
determined by counting the stroke counts, using 16.5 strokes per cubic yard of grout.
After the auger was completely removed
from each of the holes, the 40 -foot long T
steel reinforcing cages and 80 -foot center
bars were inserted into the holes. a-
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0 THIS FIELD REPORT IS PRELIMINARY FIELD REPRESENTATIVE DATE
A preliminary report is provided solely as evidence that field observation was performed. Erik Ventura 3
Observations and /or conclusions and /or recommendations conveyed in the final report may vary
from and shall take precedence over those indicated in a preliminary report.
X THIS FIELD REPORT IS FINAL REVIEWED BY DATE
A final report is an instrument of professional service. Any conclusions drawn from this report
should be discussed with and evaluated by the professional involved. Tim Bailey, PE 3
This report presents opinions formed as a result of our observation of activities relating to our services only. We rely on the contractor to comply with the plans and specification throughout
the duration of the project irrespective of the presence of our representative. Our work does not include supervision or direction of the work of others. Our firm will not be responsible for O
job or site safety of others on this project. DISCLAIMER: Any electronic form, facsimile or hard copy of the original document (email, text, table, and /or figure), if provided, and any
attachments are only a copy of the original document. The original document is stored by GeoEngineers, Inc. and will serve as the official document of record.
Attachments: Pile Layout
Distribution: Nippon Paper, AMEC, JH Kelly, NTI, DeWitt, File
File No. 19452 001 -00
March 28, 2012
Page 2
All piles installed today experienced an
approximately 1 to 3 foot drop in grout
level following installation. This drop in
grout is likely due to consolidation of 41, mow
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of the grout into the surrounding soils. .p"
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locations with additional grout to top of
pile elevation to maintain adequate
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File Number:
GEOENGINEERSSS� FIELD REPORT 19452 001 00
Project Date:
600 STEWART STREET, SUITE 1700 Biomass Cogeneration Facility 3/27/12 (Tues)
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON 98101 Owner: Time of Arrival: Report Number
206.728.2674
Nippon Paper (NPI) 0730 FR -13
Prepared b Location: Ti P
p y oca[ o Time of Departure: Page:
Erik Ventura Port Angeles, WA 1630 1 of 3
Purpose of visit: Weather: Travel Time: Permit Number:
Construction Observation Partly Cloudy, -45 F 0.25 hr
Upon arrival to the site I assessed personal safety hazards: Yes or Referred to Site Safety Plan and Safety Tailgate if applicable
Safety Hazards Were Addressed by PPE Other (describe): NPI Safety Briefing video
We visited the site to observe installation of auger cast piles for the Biomass Cogeneration Facility located at the
Nippon Paper Plant in Port Angeles, WA. While on site we met with Tim Davis with JH Kelly (contractor) and Paul with
DeWitt (pile contractor). The pile layout sheet is attached for reference.
Augercast Piles
During my visit, the contractor installed a total of 19 piles, for a total of 151 to date. Each of the piles was drilled to a
depth of 75 feet with an 18 -inch diameter continuous flight auger using leads attached to a CX900 hydraulic crawler
crane. All of the piles were completed by drilling the holes and filling them with structural g rout using an Olinpump
Millenium Series 3 pump, with a grout pressure of 350 to 400 psi. During grouting, the auger was withdrawn from the
hole at a rate that varied from 5 to 10 seconds per foot, but the rate of withdrawal was relatively constant for each pile.
The grout head was approximately 5 to 20 feet. The grout volumes for each of the piles varied from approximately 117
to 126 percent of the theoretical neat line volumes. Per our discussions with DeWitt, the grout volumes were
determined by counting the stroke counts, using 16.5 strokes per cubic yard of grout.
After the auger was completely removed 1)1
from each of the holes, the 40 -foot long 1.
steel reinforcing cages and 80 -foot center ii
bars were inserted into the holes. 4'....'
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0 THIS FIELD REPORT IS PRELIMINARY FIELD REPRESENTATIVE DATE
A preliminary report is provided solely as evidence that field observation was performed. Erik Ventura 3
Observations and /or conclusions and /or recommendations conveyed in the final report may vary
from and shall take precedence over those indicated in a preliminary report.
X THIS FIELD REPORT IS FINAL REVIEWED BY DATE
A final report is an instrument of professional service. My conclusions drawn from this report
should be discussed with and evaluated by the professional involved. T i m Ba PE 3
This report presents opinions formed as a result of our observation of activities relating to our services only. We rely on the contractor to comply with the plans and specification throughout
the duration of the project irrespective of the presence of our representative. Our work does not include supervision or direction of the work of others. Our firm will not be responsible for
job or site safety of others on this project. DISCLAIMER: Any electronic form, facsimile or hard copy of the original document (email, text, table, and /or figure), if provided, and any
attachments are only a copy of the original document. The original document is stored by GeoEngineers, Inc. and will serve as the official document of record.
Attachments: Pile Layout
Distribution: Nippon Paper, AMEC, JH Kelly, NTI, DeWitt, File
File No. 19452 001 -00
March 27, 2012
Page 2
All piles installed today experienced an
approximately 1 to 3 foot drop in grout
fluctuating g installation due to groundwater elevation. 3
level following
Crews poured these pile locations with
additional grout to top of pile elevation.
The contractor reported a clog in the
grout line at the tip of the auger when
attempting to grout pile AP145. The
auger was completely withdrawn from
the hole in order to remove the clog.
The hole was then redrilled in the same
location and the pile was installed
successfully.
Based on our observations, it is our
opinion that the piles installed today
have been installed in general
accordance with the project plans and
specifications.
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File Number:
G EO E N G I N E E R S FIELD REPORT 19452- 001 -00
Project: Date:
600 STEWART STREET, SUITE 1700 Biomass Cogeneration Facility 3/26/12 (Mon)
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON 98101 Owner: Time of Arrival: Report Number:
206.728.2674
Nippon Paper (NPI) 0730 FR -12
Prepared by: Location: Time of Departure: Page:
Erik Ventura Port Angeles, WA 1500 1 of 3
Purpose of visit: Weather: Travel Time: Permit Number:
Construction Observation Overcast, 45 F 0.25 hr
Upon arrival to the site I assessed personal safety hazards: Yes or Referred to Site Safety Plan and Safety Tailgate if applicable
Safety Hazards Were Addressed by PPE Other (describe): NPI Safety Briefing video
We visited the site to observe installation of auger cast piles for the Biomass Cogeneration Facility located at the
Nippon Paper Plant in Port Angeles, WA. While on site we met with Tim Davis with JH Kelly (contractor) and Paul with
DeWitt (pile contractor). The pile layout sheet is attached for reference.
Augercast Piles
During my visit, the contractor installed a total of 12 piles, for a total of 132 to date. Each of the piles was drilled to a
depth of 75 feet with an 18 -inch diameter continuous flight auger using leads attached to a CX900 hydraulic crawler
crane. All of the piles were completed by drilling the holes and filling them with structural grout using an Olinpump
Millenium Series 3 pump, with a grout pressure of 350 to 375 psi. During grouting, the auger was withdrawn from the
hole at a rate that varied from 5 to 10 seconds per foot, but the rate of withdrawal was relatively constant for each pile.
The grout head was approximately 5 to 20 feet. The grout volumes for each of the piles varied from approximately 116
to 131 percent of the theoretical neat line volumes. Per our discussions with DeWitt, the grout volumes were
determined by counting the stroke counts, using 16.5 strokes per cubic yard of grout.
After the auger was completely removed F
from each of the holes, the 40 -foot long 4
steel reinforcing cages and 80 -foot center
bars were inserted into the holes.
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0 THIS FIELD REPORT IS PRELIMINARY FIELD REPRESENTATIVE DATE
A preliminary report is provided solely as evidence that field observation was performed. Erik Ventura 3 -26 -12
Observations and /or conclusions and /or recommendations conveyed in the final report may vary
from and shall take precedence over those indicated in a preliminary report.
X THIS FIELD REPORT IS FINAL REVIEWED BY DATE
A final report is an instrument of professional service. Any conclusions drawn from this report
should be discussed with and evaluated by the professional involved. Tim Bailey, PE 3 -27 -12
This report presents opinions formed as a result of our observation of activities relating to our services only. We rely on the contractor to comply with the plans and specification throughout
the duration of the project irrespective of the presence of our representative. Our work does not include supervision or direction of the work of others. Our firm will not be responsible for
job or site safety of others on this project. DISCLAIMER: Any electronic form, facsimile or hard copy of the original document (email, text, table, and /or figure). if provided, and any
attachments are only a copy of the original document. The original document is stored by GeoEngineers, Inc. and will serve as the official document of record.
Attachments: Pile Layout
Distribution: Nippon Paper, AMEC, JH Kelly, NTI, DeWitt, File
File No. 19452- 001 -00
March 26, 2012
Page 2
All piles installed today experienced an it3 ly I•
approximately 1 to 2 foot drop in grout is
level following installation due to qAT
fluctuating groundwater elevation. �`rgir
Crews poured these pile locations with 1
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grout line at the tip of the auger when
attempting to grout pile AP126. The 'rte
auger was completely withdrawn from
the hole in order to remove the clog,
and the hole was then redrilled in the a9..+ t k
same location. At the beginning of the`
second grouting attempt the contractor
reported another clog in the grout line.
The auger was completely removed
from the hole for a second time to
remove the clog. It was determined
that the cork used to plug the grout line
during augering had become unseated
during drilling on the last two
installation attempts and allowed soil to enter the line and clog it. The contractor welded a bead around the inside of
the grout line at the auger tip to hold the cork more securely. Pile location AP129 was then drilled in the same location
for a third time and installed successfully.
The installation of piles AP128, AP144 and AP150 was paused between the augering and grouting phases to fix a
leaking small hydraulic hose connected to the auger motor. An attempt to repair the hose was made during the
installation of pile AP150, and it was completely removed during the installation of pile AP144. A new hose was
installed during the installation of pile AP128. We understood from our discussions with the contractor that without this
particular hose, the auger motor was only able to run on a high speed setting (as opposed to low speed). Piles AP127,
AP128 and AP144 were drilled and installed successfully with the auger motor on the fast setting.
Based on our observations, it is our opinion that the piles installed today have been installed in general accordance
with the project plans and specifications.
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Project Date:
600 STEWART STREET, SUITE 1700 Biomass Cogeneration Facility 3/23/12 (Fri)
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON 98101
206.728.2674 Owner Time of Arrival: Report Number:
Nippon Paper (NPI) 0730 FR -11
Prepared by: Location: Time of Departure: Page:
Erik Ventura Port Angeles, WA 1000 1 of 3
Purpose of visit Weather: Travel Time: Permit Number:
Construction Observation Sunny, 45 F 0.25 hr
Upon arrival to the site I assessed personal safety hazards: Yes or 0 Referred to Site Safety Plan and Safety Tailgate if applicable
Safety Hazards Were Addressed by CO PPE Other (describe): NPI Safety Briefing video
We visited the site to observe installation of auger cast piles for the Biomass Cogeneration Facility located at the
Nippon Paper Plant in Port Angeles, WA. While on site we met with Tim Davis with JH Kelly (contractor) and Paul with
DeWitt (pile contractor). The pile layout sheet is attached for reference.
Augercast Piles
FILE
During my visit, the contractor installed a total of 2 piles, for a total of 120 to date. Each of t 1Qfl d rilled to a
depth of 75 feet with an 18 -inch diameter continuous flight auger using leads attached to a CX900 hydraulic crawler
crane. All of the piles were completed by drilling the holes and filling them with structural grout using an Olinpump
Millenium Series 3 pump, with a grout pressure of 375 psi. During grouting, the auger was withdrawn from the hole at
a rate that varied from 5 to 10 seconds per foot, but the rate of withdrawal was relatively constant for each pile. The
grout head was approximately 5 feet during installation of both piles. The grout volumes for each of the piles varied
from approximately 121 to 128 percent of the theoretical neat line volumes. Per our discussions with DeWitt, the grout
volumes were determined by counting the stroke counts, using 16.5 strokes per cubic yard of grout.
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from each of the holes, the 40 -foot long
steel reinforcing cages and 80 -foot center t
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0 THIS FIELD REPORT IS PRELIMINARY FIELD REPRESENTATIVE DATE
A preliminary report is provided solely as evidence that field observation was performed. Erik Ventura 3 -23 -12
Observations and /or conclusions and /or recommendations conveyed in the final report may vary
from and shall take precedence over those indicated in a preliminary report.
X THIS FIELD REPORT IS FINAL REVIEWED BY DATE
A final report is an instrument of professional service. Any conclusions drawn from this report
should be discussed with and evaluated by the professional involved. Tim Bailey, PE 3 -23 -12
This report presents opinions formed as a result of our observation of activities relating to our services only. We rely on the contractor to comply with the plans and specification throughout
the duration of the project irrespective of the presence of our representative. Our work does not include supervision or direction of the work of others. Our firm will not be responsible for
job or site safety of others on this project. DISCLAIMER: Any electronic form, facsimile or hard copy of the original document (email, text, table, and /or figure), if provided, and any
attachments are only a copy of the original document. The original document is stored by GeoEngineers, Inc. and will serve as the official document of record.
Attachments: Pile Layout R u 9
Distribution: Nippon Paper, AMEC, JH Kelly, NTI, DeWitt, File
MAR 27
CI BUILDING DIVISION
File No. 19452 001 -00
March 23, 2012
Page 2
All piles installed today experienced an
approximately 1 to 2 foot drop in grout
level following installation due to
fluctuating groundwater elevation.
Crews poured these pile locations with
additional grout to top of pile elevation.
Due to the simultaneous pour of the
Steam Turbine Generator (STG)
Building foundation and installation of
the Boiler Building augercast piles, the y" f i"
concrete and grout supplier could not j� j
deliver grout and concrete to the site a
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fast enough. Based on this conflict, JH
Kelly decided to suspend pile
installation for the day and resume
when the STG Building pour was
complete.
Based on our observations, it is our
opinion that the piles installed today
have been installed in general
accordance with the project plans and specifications.
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File Number
GEOENGINEERS FIELD REPORT 19452- 001 -00
Project Date:
600 STEWART STREET, SUITE 1700 Biomass Cogeneration Facility 3/22/12 (Thurs)
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON 98101 Owner: Time of Arrival: Report Number:
206.728.2674
Nippon Paper (NPI) 0730 FR -10
Prepared by: Location: Time of Departure: Page:
Erik Ventura Port Angeles, WA 1600 1 of 3
Purpose of visit: Weather: Travel Time: Permit Number:
Construction Observation Sunny, 45 F 0.25 hr
Upon arrival to the site I assessed personal safety hazards: Yes or Referred to Site Safety Plan and Safety Tailgate if applicable
Safety Hazards Were Addressed by PPE Other (describe): NPI Safety Briefing video
We visited the site to observe installation of auger cast piles for the Biomass Cogeneration Facility located at the
Nippon Paper Plant in Port Angeles, WA. While on site we met with Tim Davis with JH Kelly (contractor) and Paul with
DeWitt (pile contractor). The pile layout sheet is attached for reference.
Augercast Piles
During my visit, the contractor installed a total of 17 piles, for a total of 118 to date. Each of the piles was drilled to a
depth of 75 feet with an 18 inch diameter continuous flight auger using leads attached to a CX900 hydraulic crawler
crane. All of the piles were completed by drilling the holes and filling them with structural grout using an Olinpump
Millenium Series 3 pump, with a grout pressure of 325 to 375 psi. During grouting, the auger was withdrawn from the
hole at a rate that varied from 5 to 10 seconds per foot, but the rate of withdrawal was relatively constant for each pile.
The grout head ranged from 5 to 20 feet. The grout volumes for each of the piles varied from approximately 117 to
126 percent of the theoretical neat line volumes. Per our discussions with DeWitt, the grout volumes were determined
by counting the stroke counts, using 16.5 strokes per cubic yard of grout.
After the auger was completely removed -v.
from each of the holes, the 40 -foot long
steel reinforcing cages and 80 -foot center
bars were inserted into the holes. l..
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0 THIS FIELD REPORT IS PRELIMINARY FIELD REPRESENTATIVE DATE
A preliminary report is provided solely as evidence that field observation was performed. Erik Ventura 3 -22 -12
Observations and /or conclusions and /or recommendations conveyed in the final report may vary
from and shall take precedence over those indicated in a preliminary report.
X THIS FIELD REPORT IS FINAL REVIEWED BY DATE
A final report is an instrument of professional service. Any conclusions drawn from this report
should be discussed with and evaluated by the professional involved. Tim Bailey, PE 3 -23 -12
This report presents opinions formed as a result of our observation of activities relating to our services only. We rely on the contractor to comply with the plans and specification throughout
the duration of the project irrespective of the presence of our representative. Our work does not include supervision or direction of the work of others. Our firm will not be responsible for
job or site safety of others on this project. DISCLAIMER: Any electronic form, facsimile or hard copy of the original document (email, text, table, and /or figure), if provided, and any
attachments are only a copy of the original document. The original document is stored by GeoEngineers, Inc. and will serve as the official document of record.
Attachments: Pile Layout
Distribution: Nippon Paper, AMEC, JH Kelly, NTI, DeWitt, File
File No. 19452 001 -00
Mar-ch 22, 2012
Page 2
All piles installed today experienced an
approximately 1 to 3 foot drop in grout
level following installation due to
fluctuating groundwater elevation.
Crews poured these pile locations with
additional grout to top of pile elevation.
At the beginning of the grouting phase
w,
during installation of pile AP129, the
pump operator reported that the grout
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line was plugged at the auger tip. The
auger was completely removed from sataikillow
the hole and the rock plug was
removed from the auger. The pile was
then redrilled in the same location and
grouted successfully. Total delay was w, 1
on the order of 10 minutes.
Based on my observations, it is our
opinion that the piles installed today
have been installed in general
accordance with the project plans and
specifications.
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File Number:
GEOENGINEERSS FIELD REPORT 19452- 001 -00
Project Date:
600 STEWART STREET, SUITE 1700 Biomass Cogeneration Facility 3/21/12 (Wed)
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON 98101 Owner: Time of Arrival: Report Number:
206.728.2674
Nippon Paper (NPI) 0730 FR
Prepared by: Location: Time of Departure: Page:
Erik Ventura Port Angeles, WA 1630 1 of 3
Purpose of visit Weather: Travel Time: Permit Number:
Construction Observation Sunny, 45 F 0.25 hr
Upon arrival to the site I assessed personal safety hazards: Yes or 0 Referred to Site Safety Plan and Safety Tailgate if applicable
Safety Hazards Were Addressed by PPE Other (describe): NPI Safety Briefing video
We visited the site to observe installation of auger cast piles for the Biomass Cogeneration Facility located at the
Nippon Paper Plant in Port Angeles, WA. While on site we met with Tim Davis with JH Kelly (contractor) and Paul with
DeWitt (pile contractor). The pile layout sheet is attached for reference.
Augercast Piles
During my visit, the contractor installed a total of 20 piles, for a total of 101 to date. Each of the piles was drilled to a
depth of 75 feet with an 18 -inch diameter continuous flight auger using leads attached to a CX900 hydraulic crawler
crane. All of the piles were completed by drilling the holes and filling them with structural grout using an Olinpump
Millenium Series 3 pump, with a grout pressure of 325 to 400 psi. During grouting, the auger was withdrawn from the
hole at a rate that varied from 5 to 15 seconds per foot, but the rate of withdrawal was relatively constant for each pile.
The grout head ranged from 5 to 15 feet. The grout volumes for each of the piles varied from approximate 16 to
124 percent of the theoretical neat line volumes. Per our discussions with DeWitt, the grout volumes were demined
by counting the stroke counts, using 16.75 strokes per cubic yard of grout.
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A preliminary report is provided solely as evidence that field observation was performed. Erik Ventura 3
Observations and /or conclusions and /or recommendations conveyed in the final report may vary
from and shall take precedence over those indicated in a preliminary report.
X THIS FIELD REPORT IS FINAL REVIEWED BY DATE
A final report is an instrument of professional service. Any conclusions drawn from this report
should be discussed with and evaluated by the professional involved. Tim Ba P 3
This report presents opinions formed as a result of our observation of activities relating to our services only. We rely on the contractor to comply with the plans and specification throughout
the duration of the project irrespective of the presence of our representative. Our work does not include supervision or direction of the work of others. Our firm will not b e responsible for
job or site safety of others on this project. DISCLAIMER: Any electronic form, facsimile or hard copy of the original document (email, text, table, and /or figure), i provided, and any
attachments are only a copy of the original document. The orig document is stored by GeoEngineers, Inc. and will serve as the official document of record.
Attachments: Pile Layout
Distribution: Nippon Paper, AMEC, JH Kelly, NTI, DeWitt, File
File No. 19452 001 -00
March 21, 2012
Page 2
All piles installed today experienced an
approximately 2 to 3 foot drop in grout
level following installation due to
fluctuating groundwater elevation. l manly �i
Crews poured these pile locations with g
additional grout to top of pile elevation.
Based on my observations, it is our iii
opinion that the piles installed today
have been installed in general 1:a
accordance with the project plans and
specifications.
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File Number:
GEOENGINEERSO FIELD REPORT 19452- 001 -00 ou■IIIP
Project: Date:
600 STEWART STREET, SUITE 1700 Biomass Cogeneration Facility 3/20/12 (Tues) O
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON 98101 Owner Time of Arrival: Report Number:
206.728.2674 Nippon Paper (NPI) 0730 FR -8
Prepared by: Location: Time of Departure: Page:
Erik Ventura Port Angeles, WA 1745 1 of 3 3
Purpose of visit: Weather: Travel Time: Permit Number: MO
Construction Observation Rain, 45 F 0.25 hr
Upon arrival to the site I assessed personal safety hazards: 0 Yes or Referred to Site Safety Plan and Safety Tailgate if applicable III
Safety Hazards Were Addressed by 0 PPE 0 Other (describe): NPI Safety Briefing video
We visited the site to observe installation of auger cast piles for the Biomass Cogeneration Facility located at the
Nippon Paper Plant in Port Angeles, WA. While on site we met with Tim Davis with JH Kelly (contractor), Gary Holmquist
with NPI, and Paul with DeWitt (pile contractor). The pile layout sheet is attached for reference.
Augercast Piles �J
During my visit, the contractor installed a total of 11 piles, for a total of 81 to date. Each of the piles was drilled to a
depth of 75 feet with an 18 -inch diameter continuous flight auger using leads attached to a CX900 hydraulic crawler
crane. All of the piles were completed by drilling the holes and filling them with structural grout using an Olinpump
Millenium Series 3 pump, with a grout pressure of 325 to 375 psi. During grouting, the auger was withdrawn from the
hole at a rate that varied from 5 to 15 seconds per foot, but the rate of withdrawal was relatively constant for each pile.
The grout head ranged from 5 to 15 feet. The grout volumes for each of the piles varied from approximately 116 to
132 percent of the theoretical neat line volumes. Per our discussions with DeWitt, the grout volumes were determined
by counting the stroke counts, using 16.25 strokes per cubic yard of grout.
After the auger was completely removed i ,e 3� t
from each of the holes, the 40 foot long
steel reinforcing cages and 80 -foot center a 4 i
bars were inserted into the holes. jf..
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0 THIS FIELD REPORT IS PRELIMINARY FIELD REPRESENTATIVE DATE
A preliminary report is provided solely as evidence that field observation was performed. Erik Ventura 3
Observations and /or conclusions and /or recommendations conveyed in the final report may vary
from and shall take precedence over those indicated in a preliminary report.
X THIS FIELD REPORT IS FINAL REVIEWED BY DATE
A final report is an instrument of professional service. Any conclusions drawn from this report
should be discussed with and evaluated by the professional involved. Tim Bailey, PE 3
This report presents opinions formed as a result of our observation of activities relating to our services only. We rely on the contractor to comply with the plans and specification throughout
the duration of the project irrespective of the presence of our representative. Our work does not include supervision or direction of the work of others. Our firm will not be responsibl e for
job or site safety of others on this project. DISCLAIMER: Any electronic form, facsimile or hard copy of the original document (email, text, table, and /or figure), if provided, and any
attachments are only a copy of the original document. The original document is stored by GeoEngineers, Inc. and will serve as the official document of record.
Attachments: Pile Layout
Distribution: Nippon Paper, AMEC, JH Kelly, NTI, DeWitt, File
File No. 19452 001 -00
February 21, 2012
Page 2
All piles installed today experienced an /G"`
approximately 2 to 3 foot drop in grout l
level following installation due to �W`
fluctuating groundwater elevation. hit,,
Crews poured these pile locations with T 0 r lr
additional grout to top of pile elevation.
Based on my observations, it is our MM a ',aM a r,' ..r„
opinion that the piles installed today f.,
have been installed in general r
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accordance with the project plans and
specifications.
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File Number:
GEOENGINEERSZi7 FIELD REPORT 19452- 001 -00
Project Date:
600 STEWART STREET, SUITE 1700 Biomass Cogeneration Facility 2/24/12 (Fri)
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON 98101 Owner: Time of Arrival: Report Number:
206.728.2674
Nippon Paper (NPI) 0715 FR -7
Prepared by: Location: Time of Departure: Page:
Erik Ventura Port Angeles, WA 0900 1 of 3
Purpose of visit Weather: Travel Time: Permit Number:
Construction Observation Partly Cloudy, 45 F 0.25 hr
Upon arrival to the site I assessed personal safety hazards: Yes or Referred to Site Safety Plan and Safety Tailgate if applicable
Safety Hazards Were Addressed by PPE Other (describe): NPI Safety Briefing video
W e visited the site to observe installation of auger cast pi for the Biom Cogeneration Facility located at the
N ippon Paper Plant in Port Angeles, WA. While on site we met with Tim Dav wi th JH Kelly (contracto Gary H
with NPI, and Paul with DeWitt (pile contractor). The pile layout sheet is attached for reference.
Augercast Piles
During my visit, the contractor installed a
total of 2 piles, fora total of 70 to date..
Each of the piles was drilled to a depth t t a rr� m
of 75 feet with an 18 -inch diameter
continuous flight auger using leads f
attached to a CX900 hydraulic crawler
crane. All of the piles were completed by 3 Ty a
drilling the holes and filling them with
structural grout using an Olinpump t x
Millenium Series 3 pump, with a grout
pressure of 325 psi. During grouting,
the auger was withdrawn from the hole
at a rate that varied from 5 to 10 f
seconds per foot, but the rate of
withdrawal was relatively constant for
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each pile. The grout head ranged from
10 to 30 feet. The grout volumes for
each of the piles varied from
approximately 124 to 126 percent of the
theoretical neat line volumes. Per our
discussions with DeWitt, the grout
volumes were determined by counting
the stroke counts, using 16 strokes per
cubic yard of grout.
After the auger was completely removed from each of the holes, the 40 -foot long steel reinforcing cages and 80 -foot
center bars were inserted into the holes.
0 THIS FIELD REPORT IS PRELIMINARY FIELD REPRESENTATIVE DATE
A preliminary report is provided solely as evidence that field observation was performed. Erik Ventura 2 24 12
Observations and /or conclusions and /or recommendations conveyed in the final report may vary
from and shall take precedence over those indicated in a preliminary report.
X THIS FIELD REPORT IS FINAL REVIEWED BY DATE
A final report is an instrument of professional service. My conclusions drawn from this report
should be discussed with and evaluated by the professional involved. Tim Bailey, PE 2
This report presents opinions formed as a result of our observation of activities relating to our services only. We rely on the contractor to comply with the plans and specification throughout
the duration of the project irrespective of the presence of our representative. Our work does not include supervision or direction of the work of others. Our firm will not be responsible for
job or site safety of others on this project. DISCLAIMER: Any electronic form, facsimile or hard copy of the original document (email, text, table, and /or figure), if provided, and any
attachments are only a copy of the original document. The original document is stored by GeoEngineers, Inc. and will serve as the official document of record.
Attachments: Pile Layout
Distribution: Nippon Paper, AMEC, JH Kelly, NTI, DeWitt, File
File No. 19452 001 -00
February 24, 2012
Page 2
All piles installed today experienced an
approximately 2 to 3 foot drop in grout
level following installation due to
fluctuating groundwater elevation.
Crews poured these pile locations with
additional grout to top of pile elevation. f,;.';.
Based on my observations, it is our
opinion that the piles installed today
have been installed in general
accordance with the project plans and
specifications.
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GEOENGINEERS FIELD REPORT 19452- 001 -00
Project Date:
600 STEWART STREET, SUITE 1700 Biomass Cogeneration Facility 2/23/12 (Thurs)
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON 98101 Owner: Time of Arrival: Report Number
206.728.2674 Nippon Paper (NPI) 0715 FR -6
Prepared by: Location: Time of Departure: Page:
Erik Ventura Port Angeles, WA 1600 1 of 3
Purpose of visit: Weather: Travel Time: Permit Number:
Construction Observation Sunny, 45 F 0.25 hr
Upon arrival to the site I assessed personal safety hazards: Yes or Referred to Site Safety Plan and Safety Tailgate if applicable
Safety Hazards Were Addressed by PPE Other (describe): NPI Safety Briefing video
We visited the site to observe installation of auger cast piles for the Biomass Cogeneration Facility located at the
Nippon Paper Plant in Port Angeles, WA. While on site we met with Tim Davis with JH Kelly (contractor), Gary Holmquist
with NPI, and Paul with DeWitt (pile contractor). The pile layout sheet is attached for reference.
Augercast Piles
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total of 15 piles, for a total of 68 to date.
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continuous flight auger using leads
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each pile. The grout head ranged from r
10 to 30 feet. The grout volumes for
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approximately 121 to 125 percent of the
theoretical neat line volumes. Per our
discussions with DeWitt, the grout volumes were determined by counting the stroke counts, using 16 strokes per cubic
yard of grout.
After the auger was completely removed from each of the holes, the 40 -foot long steel reinforcing cages and 80 -foot
center bars were inserted into the holes.
0 THIS FIELD REPORT IS PRELIMINARY FIELD REPRESENTATIVE DATE
A preliminary report is provided solely as evidence that field observation was performed. Erik Ventura 2
Observations and /or conclusions and /or recommendations conveyed in the final report may vary
from and shall take precedence over those indicated in a preliminary report.
X THIS FIELD REPORT IS FINAL REVIEWED BY DATE
A final report is an instrument of professional service. Any conclusions drawn from this report
should be discussed with and evaluated by the professional involved. Tim Bailey, PE 2
This report presents opinions formed as a result of our observation of activities relating to our services only. We rely on the contractor to comply with the plans and specification throughout
the duration of the project irrespective of the presence of our representative. Our work does not include supervision or direction of the work of others. Our firm will not be responsible for
job or site safety of others on this project. DISCLAIMER: Any electronic form, facsimile or hard copy of the original document (email, text. table, and /or figure), if provided, and any
attachments are only a copy of the original document. The original document is stored by GeoEngineers, Inc. and will serve as the official document of record.
Attachments: Pile Layout
Distribution: Nippon Paper, AMEC, JH Kelly, NTI, DeWitt, File
File No. 19452 001 -00
February 23, 2012
Page 2
All piles installed today experienced an approximately 3 to 5 foot drop in grout level following installation due to
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pile and is therefore acceptable. ar
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Bruch to dig an approximately 12 foot
deep excavation in order to place a M
pump structure. Crews backfilled
around the pump structure with
crushed rock and compacted to grade
with a hoe pack. Pile AP 41 was
installed through the backfill at the end
of the day. The excavation, pump
structure and backfilling operations are
shown in the photos to the right. The
approximate excavation location is
shown in the pile layout sheet.
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File Number:
G EOENGINEERSZI FIELD REPORT 19452- 001 -00
Project: Date:
600 STEWART STREET, SUITE 1700 Biomass Cogeneration Facility 2/22/12 (Wed)
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON 98101 Owner: Time of Arrival: Report Number:
206.728.2674
Nippon Paper (NPI) 0715 FR
Prepared by: Location: Time of Departure: Page:
Erik Ventura Port Angeles, WA 1615 1 of 3
Purpose of visit: Weather: Travel Time: Permit Number:
Construction Observation Windy, times of sun and rain, 45 F 0.25 hr
Upon arrival to the site I assessed personal safety hazards: Yes or Referred to Site Safety Plan and Safety Tailgate if applicable
Safety Hazards Were Addressed by PPE Other (describe): NPI Safety Briefing video
We visited the site to observe installation of auger cast piles for the Biomass Cogeneration Facility located at the
Nippon Paper Plant in Port Angeles, WA. While on site we met with Tim Davis with JH Kelly (contractor), Gary Holmquist
with NPI, and Paul with DeWitt (pile contractor). The pile layout sheet is attached for reference.
Augercast Piles t ;iiij�
During my visit, the contractor installed a total
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of 14 piles, for a total of 53 to date. Each of k,
the piles was drilled to a depth of 75 feet with taro' i 1
an 18 -inch diameter continuous fligdht auger 7:
using leads attached to a CX900 hydraulic),
crawler crane. All of the piles were completed t ,1
by drilling the holes and filling them with
structural grout using an Olinpump Millenium rY r'
Series 3 pump, with a grout pressure of 325 1
to 400 psi. During grouting, the auger was
withdrawn from the hole at a rate that varied
from 5 to 10 seconds per foot, but the rate of t a
withdrawal was relatively constant for each
pile. The grout head ranged from 10 to 20
feet. The grout volumes for each of the piles
varied from approximately 116 to 135 percent
of the theoretical neat line volumes. Per our
discussions with DeWitt, the grout volumes
were determined by counting the stroke
counts, using 16 strokes per cubic yard of grout.
After the auger was completely removed from each of the holes, the 40 -foot long steel reinforcing cages and 80 -foot
center bars were inserted into the holes.
O THIS FIELD REPORT IS PRELIMINARY FIELD REPRESENTATIVE DATE
A preliminary report is provided solely as evidence that field observation was performed. Erik Ventura 2
Observations and /or conclusions and /or recommendations conveyed in the final report may vary
from and shall take precedence over those indicated in a preliminary report.
X THIS FIELD REPORT IS FINAL REVIEWED BY DATE
A final report is an instrument of professional service. Any conclusions drawn from this report
should be discussed with and evaluated by the professional involved. Tim Bailey, PE 2
This report presents opinions formed as a result of our observation of activities relating to our services only We rely on the contractor to comply with the plans and specification throughout
the duration of the project irrespective of the presence of our representative. Our work does not include supervision or direction of the work of others. Our firm will not be responsible for
job or site safety of others on this project. DISCLAIMER: Any electronic form, facsimile or hard copy of the original document (email, text, table, and /or figure), if provided, and any
attachments are only a copy of the original document. The original document is stored by GeoEngineers, Inc. and will serve as the official document of record.
Attachments: Pile Layout
Distribution: Nippon Paper, AMEC, JH Kelly, NTI, DeWitt, File
File No. 19452 001 -00
February 22, 2012
Page 2
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ground surface when attempting to drill Or' h
pile AP49. Pile installation activities ,i 1"
were halted for approximately two 4
hours while crews replaced the belt. 1
The auger was completely removed
from the hole and the pile was redrilled
to depth. The smoking power unit and
resulting puddle of antifreeze beneath
it are shown in the photos to the right.
Based on my observations, it is our
opinion that the piles installed today
have been installed in general
accordance with the project plans and r
specifications.
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File Number:
GEOENGINEERSS FIELD REPORT 19452 001 00
Project: Date:
600 STEWART STREET, SUITE 1700 Biomass Cogeneration Facility 2/21/12 (Tue)
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON 98101 Owner: Time of Arrival: Report Number:
206.728.2674 Nippon Paper (NPI) 0715 FR -4
Prepared by: Location: Time of Departure: Page:
Erik Ventura Port Angeles, WA 1600 1 of 3
Purpose of visit: Weather: Travel Time: Permit Number:
Construction Observation Partly Cloudy, 40 F 0.25 hr
Upon arrival to the site I assessed personal safety hazards: Yes or Referred to Site Safety Plan and Safety Tailgate if applicable
Safety Hazards Were Addressed by PPE Other (describe): NPI Safety Briefing video
We visited the site to observe installation of auger cast piles for the Biomass Cogeneration Facility located at the
Nippon Paper Plant in Port Angeles, WA. While on site we met with Tim Davis with JH Kelly (contractor), Gary Holmquist
with NPI, and Paul with DeWitt (pile contractor). The pile layout sheet is attached for reference.
Augercast Piles
During my visit, the contractor installed a total of 15 piles, for a total of 39 to date. Each of the piles was drilled to a
depth of 75 feet with an 18 -inch diameter continuous flight auger using leads attached to a CX900 hydraulic crawler
crane. All of the piles were completed by drilling the holes and filling them with structural grout using an Olinpump
Millenium Series 3 pump, with a grout pressure of 325 to 400 psi. During grouting, the auger was withdrawn from the
hole at a rate that varied from 5 to 15 seconds per foot, but the rate of withdrawal was relatively constant for each pile.
The grout head ranged from 5 to 35 feet. The grout volumes for each of the piles varied from approximately 116 to
138 percent of the theoretical neat line volumes. Per our discussions with DeWitt, the grout volumes were determined
by counting the stroke counts, using 16 strokes per cubic yard of grout.
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from each of the holes, the 40 -foot long riliM
steel reinforcing cages and 80 -foot center r t
bars were inserted into the holes
We observed the pile contractor to remove s r
an approximately 2' X 1' X 6" concrete block
obstruction encountered at pile location
AP39 at a depth of about 2 feet below u
ground surface. Crews were able to remove
the obstruction using a small excavator and
continue installation of pile AP39.
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0 THIS FIELD REPORT IS PRELIMINARY FIELD REPRESENTATIVE DATE
A prelimna report is provided solely as evidence that field observation was performed. Erik Ventura 2 -21 -12
Observat ry and /or conclusions and /or recommendations conveyed in the final report may vary
from and shall take precedence over those indicated in a preliminary report.
X THIS FIELD REPORT IS FINAL REVIEWED BY DATE
A final report is an instrument of professional service. Any conclusions drawn from this report
should be discussed with and evaluated by the professional involved. Tim Bailey, PE 2
This report presents opinions formed as a result of our observation of activities relating to our services only. We rely on the contractor to comp wit the plans and specification throughout
the duration of the project irrespective of the presence of our representative. Our work does not include of supervision or direction of the work of others. Our firm will not be responsible for
jo or site safety of others on this project. DISCLAIMER: Any electronic form, facsimile or hard copy t he ori ginal document (email, text, table, and /or figure), if provided, and any
attachments are only a copy of the original document. The original document is stored by GeoEngineers, Inc. and will serve as the official document of record.
Attachments: Pile Layout
Distribution: Nippon Paper, AMEC, JH Kelly, NTI, DeWitt, File
File No. 19452 001 -00
February 21, 2012
Page 2
All piles installed today experienced an i
app roximately 2 to 5 foot drop in grout” 4. a
level following installation due to W
fluctuating groundwater elevation.
Crews poured these pile locations with v
a dditional grout to top of pile elevation.
The drop in grout level is shown in the
photo to the right.
Based on my observations, it is our nr „1
opinion that the piles installed today
have been installed in general t4
accordance with the project plans and f
specifications.
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File Number:
GEOENGINEERS FIELD REPORT 19452 001 00
Project Date:
600 STEWART STREET, SUITE 1700 Biomass Cogeneration Facility 2/20/12 (Mon)
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON 98101 Owner Time of Arrival: Report Number
206.728.2674
Nippon Paper (NPI) 0700 FR -3
Prepared by: Location: Time of Departure: Page:
Erik Ventura Port Angeles, WA 1600 1 of 3
Purpose of visit Weather: Travel Time: Permit Number:
Construction Observation Partly Cloudy, 40 F 0.25 hr
Upon arrival to the site I assessed personal safety hazards: Yes or Referred to Site Safety Plan and Safety Tailgate if applicable
Safety Hazards Were Addressed b PPE Other (describe): NPI Safety Briefing Y Y g video
We visited the site to observe installation of augercast piles for the Biomass Cogeneration Facility located at the Nippon
Paper Plant in Port Angeles, WA. While on site we met with Tim Davis with JH Kelly (contractor) and Paul with DeWitt
(pile contractor). The pile layout sheet is attached for reference.
Augercast Piles
During my visit, the contractor installed a total of 18 piles, for a total of 24 to date. Each of the piles was drilled to a
depth of 75 to 77 feet with an 18 -inch diameter continuous flight auger using leads attached to a CX900 hydraulic
crawler crane. All of the piles were completed by drilling the holes and filling them with structural grout using an
Olinpump Millenium Series 3 pump, with a grout pressure of 325 to 450 psi. During grouting, the auger was withdrawn
from the hole at a rate that varied from 5 to 15 seconds per foot, but the rate of withdrawal was relatively constant for
each pile. The grout head ranged from 10 to 30 feet. The grout volumes for each of the piles varied from
appro 114 to 129 percent of the theoretical neat line volumes. Per our discussions with DeWitt, the grout
volumes were determined by counting the stroke counts, using 16 strokes per cubic yard of grout.
After the auger was completely removed from each of the holes, the 40 -foot long steel reinforcing cages and 80 foot
center bars were inserted into the holes.
We observed the pile contractor to remove an
approximately 8' X 6.5' X 1' concrete block e 2t _z
obstruction previously encountered at pile location
AP23. The excavated obstruction is shown in the
photo to the right. Crews were able to successfully
install pile AP23 after the concrete block was
removed.
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All piles installed today experienced an
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approximately 2 to 5 foot drop in grout level following
installation due to fluctuating groundwater elevation.
Crews poured these pile locations with additional
grout to top of pile elevation.
O THIS FIELD REPORT IS PRELIMINARY FIELD REPRESENTATIVE DATE
A preliminary report is provided solely as evidence that field observation was performed. Erik Ventura 2
Observations and /or conclusions and /or recommendations conveyed in the final report may vary
from and shall take precedence over those indicated in a preliminary report.
X THIS FIELD REPORT IS FINAL REVIEWED BY DATE
A final report is an instrument of professional service. My conclusions drawn from this report
should be discussed with and evaluated by the professional involved. Tim Bailey, PE 2
This report presents opinions formed as a result of our observation of activities relating to our services only. We rely on the contractor to comply with the plans and specification throughout
the duration of the project irrespective of the presence of our representative. Our work does not include supervision or direction of the work of others. Our firm will not be responsible for
job or site safety of others on this project. DISCLAIMER: Any electronic form, facsimile or hard copy of the original document (email, text, table, and /or figure), if provided, and any
attachments are only a copy of the original document. The original document is stored by GeoEngineers, Inc. and will serve as the official document of record.
Attachments: Pile Layout
Distribution: Nippon Paper, AMEC, JH Kelly, NTI, DeWitt, File
File No. 19452 001 -00
February 20, 2012
Page 2
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File Number:
GEOENGINEERS FIELD REPORT 19452 001 00
Project: Date:
600 STEWART STREET, SUITE 1700 Biomass Cogeneration Facility 2/17/12 (Mon)
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON 98101 Owner Time of Arrival: Report Number:
206.728.2674
Nippon Paper (NPI) 0700 FR-3 L q
I
Prepared by: Location: Time of Departure: Page:
Erik Ventura Port Angeles, WA 0330 1 of 3
Purpose of visit Weather: Travel Time: Permit Number:
Construction Observation Partly Cloudy, 40 F 4.0 hr
Upon arrival to the site I assessed personal safety hazards: Yes or 0 Referred to Site Safety Plan and Safety Tailgate if applicable
Safety Hazards Were Addressed by PPE Other (describe): NPI Safety Briefing video
We visited the site to observe installation of auger cast piles for the Biomass Cogeneration Facility located at the
Nippon Paper Plant in Port Angeles, WA. While on site we met with Gary Holmquist with NPI, Tim Davis with JH Kelly
(contractor), and Paul and Garth with DeWitt (pile contractor). The pile layout sheet is attached for reference.
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During my visit, the contractor installed a total of 6 piles, for a total of 6 to date. Each of the piles was drilled to a depth
of 75 feet with an 18 -inch diameter continuous flight auger using leads attached to a CX900 hydraulic crawler crane.
All of the piles were completed by drilling the holes and filling them with structural grout using an Olinpump Millenium
Series 3 pump, with a grout pressure of 350 to 400 psi. During grouting, the auger was withdrawn from the hole at a
rate that varied from 5 to 15 seconds per foot, but the rate of withdrawal was relatively constant for each pile. The
grout head ranged from 15 to 35 feet. The grout volumes for each of the piles varied from approximately 114 to 130
percent of the theoretical neat line volumes. Per our previous discussions with DeWitt, the gorut volumes were
determined by counting the stroke counts, using 17 strokes per cubic yard of grout.
After the auger was completely removed from each of the holes, the 40 -foot long steel reinforcing cages and 80 -foot
center bars were inserted into the holes.
O THIS FIELD REPORT IS PRELIMINARY FIELD REPRESENTATIVE DATE
A preliminary report is provided solely as evidence that field observation was performed. Erik Ventura 2 -17 -12
Observations and /or conclusions and /or recommendations conveyed in the final report may vary
from and shall take precedence over those indicated in a preliminary report.
X THIS FIELD REPORT IS FINAL REVIEWED BY DATE
A final report is an instrument of professional service. My conclusions drawn from this report
should be discussed with and evaluated by the professional involved. Tim Bailey, PE 2
This report presents opinions formed as a result of our observation of activities relating to our services only. We rely on the contractor to comply with the plans and specification throughout
the duration of the project irrespective of the presence of our representative. Our work does not include supervision or direction of the work of others. Our firm will not be responsible for
job or site safety of others on this project. DISCLAIMER: Any electronic form, facsimile or hard copy of the original document (email, text, table, and /or figure), if provided, and any
attachments are only a copy of the original document. The original document is stored by GeoEngineers, Inc. and will serve as the official document of record.
Attachments: Pile Layout, Augercast Pile Field Data Sheet
Distribution: Nippon Paper, AMEC, JH Kelly, NTI, DeWitt, File
File No. 19452 001 -00
February 17, 2012
Page 2
The pile contractor initially encountered difficulty setting the rebar cage for pile AP100. The crew pulled the cage, then
re- drilled and re- pumped the hole with wetter grout. According to Garth (Dewitt), about 15 gallons of water was added
to the truck mix.
The pile contractor also encountered an obstruction at about 5 feet below ground surface when attempting to drill pile
AP23. Crews removed the auger from the hole and moved on to pile AP24. Drilling of pile AP24 was paused for
approximately 5 minutes to free an auger collar that had become stuck on the leads, but the pile was successfully
completed.
Based on my observations, it is our opinion that the piles installed today have been installed in general accordance with
the project plans and specifications.
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GEOENGINEERSS O FIELD REPORT 19452- 001 -00 ..2
Project Date: O
600 STEWART STREET, SUITE 1700 Biomass Cogeneration Facility 1/13/12 (Mon)
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON 98101 Owner: Time of Arrival: Report Number
206.728.2674 Nippon Paper (NPI) 0905 FR -1
Prepared by: Location: Time of Departure: Page:
Tim Bailey, PE Port Angeles, WA 1235 1 of 2 P
Purpose of visit: Weather: Travel Time: Permit Number:
Construction Observation Sunny, 40 F 4.0 hr i
Upon arrival to the site I assessed personal safety hazards: Yes or Referred to Site Safety Plan and Safety Tailgate if applicable s
Safety Hazards Were Addressed by Performing tool box safety meeting Other (describe): NPI Safety Briefing video
We visited the site to observe overexcavation for the Hog Fuel Storage stucture. While on site we met with Gary
Holmquist with NPI, Tim Davis with JH Kelly (contractor), and Shawn West with NTI (inspector). A detail of structure C7
foundation drawing 30 -S -046 is attached for reference.
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When we arrived on site, the earthwork
contractor (Bruch and Bruch) was beginning
demolition and removal of the existing slab and ft /p1
pavement for the Hog Fuel Storage structure. rr
SWCA was monitoring the excavation for r ,x
archaeological purposes. Per our geotechnical
report and per our previous discussions with NPI, w 1 00 the contractor was overexcavating this area to 2 f
feet below foundation subgrade elevation
(approxate Elevation 7'9
We observed that the soils being excavated from
this area included several feet of fill and some
thin lenses of peat. The soils at the base of
overexcavation generally consisted of loose gray
silty sand with occasional gravel and trace shells.
We evaluated the base of the excavation with a
1 /2 inch diameter probe rod and typical probe Overexcavation along north edge of Hog Fuel Storage structure
depths were 6 to 24 inches with moderate effort.
Towards the end of the day, the groundwater level rose with the tide to approximately Elevation 7 feet, and we observed
groundwater in areas of the excavation (see photo).
We observed that the peat layers were present in some areas close to the base of the excavation. We recommended
A. that if peat is encountered at the base of the excavation, the overexcacvation be locally increased to remove the peat.
Since the additional overexcavation to remove peat will extend closer to the groundwater table, we recommended that
I the contractor backfill these deeper areas with quarry spalls. Due to the weather, we understand that spells may not
be available, in which case we concur with the use of 3 -inch minus concrete for this application.
0 THIS FIELD REPORT IS PRELIMINARY
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE DATE
A preliminary report is provided solely as evidence that field observation was performed. Tim Bailey, PE 1
Observations and /or conclusions and /or recommendations conveyed in the final report may vary
from and shall take precedence over those indicated in a preliminary report.
X THIS FIELD REPORT IS FINAL REVIEWED BY DATE
A final report is an instrument of professional service. Any conclusions drawn from this report
should be discussed with and evaluated by the professional involved. Tim Bailey, PE 1
This report presents opinions formed as a result of our observation of activities relating to our services only. We rely on the contractor to comply with the plans and specification throughout
the duration of the project irrespective of the presence of our representative. Our work does not include supervision or direction of the work of others. Our firm will not be responsible for
job or site safety of others on this project. DISCLAIMER: Any electronic form, facsimile or hard copy of the original document (email, text, table, and /or figure), if provided, and any
attachments are only a copy of the original document. The original document is stored by GeoEngineers, Inc. and will serve as the official document of record.
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Distribution: Nippon Paper, AMEC, JH Kelly, NTI, File
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We recommended that the contractor continue this approach for the entire Hog Fuel Storage area and backfill to
foundation subgrade elevation with imported 1 -1/4 inch minus gravel borrow. We evaluated a stockpile of this material
on site and visually confirmed that the material meets the recommendations presented in our geotechnical report. We
recommended that the first 12 inches of fill be static rolled to avoid pulling groundwater up into the fill; if the contractor
can coordinate fill compaction with low tides, this might help the process. We recommended that NTI complete several
compaction tests per lift, with the target of 95 percent M DD. We recommend that this target be optional for the first 12
inches and mandatory for the last 12 inches of fill.
Provided lower fill is static rolled to a firm condition per our recommendations and the upper fill is compacted to 95
percent of the MDD, it is our opinion that the compacted structural fill will perform acceptably for foundation support for
the Hog Fuel Storage structure.
If there are any questions regarding site conditions, please contact Tim Bailey at (206) 795 -4637 (cell phone).
Schedule
We understand that the augercast piles are tentatively scheduled to begin on Monday, February 13, pending revised
drawings, approval of shop drawings, and rebar cage fabrication. GeoEngineers should be on site full -time for pile
installation, so please contact Tim Bailey with any changes to the pile installation schedule.
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