APPROVED_DRAINAGE REPORT_2020-04-29Select Homes
2131082nd pl W
Edmonds, WA 98026
Stormwater Site Plan Report
Prepared for:
Select Homes
Date: January 9, 2020
Revised: April 29, 2020
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Select Homes
21310 82nd PI W
Introduction: This summary report provides site design information for a single-family residential
lot development by Select Homes. This report includes storm drainage analysis to support permit
review and approval. The property is located at 21310 82nd Place W, in the northeast 1/4 of Section
25, T 27 N, R 3 E, W.M.
Site Address: 21310 82nd Place W Applicant: Select Homes
Edmonds, WA 98026 16513 13th Ave W, Suite A108,
Lynnwood WA 98037
Tax Parcel Number: New BLA Parcel Number Contact: Kayla Clark
not assigned, old = 004674 000 01100 (425) 742-6044
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION PAGES
A. Project Overview.............................................................................................................................. 5
B. Existing Conditions Summary........................................................................................................... 1
C. Developed Site Hydrology................................................................................................................ 9
D. Soils Report
.................................................................................... 20
E. Construction SWPPPP Requirements................................................................................................ 2
F. Operation and Maintenance Guidelines............................................................................................ 3
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A. PROJECT OVERVIEW:
This report provides engineering information for the proposed construction of a single-family residence on
an 8,960 sf (0.21 ac) lot; the project is located at 21310 82"d Place W in the City of Edmonds. The applicant,
Select Homes proposes to remove the existing residence. This report provides the evaluation for the
proposed single family residence development.
Summary of Minimum Requirements for Category 1 Project:
Minimum Requirement #1 —Preparation of Storm water Site Plan. The proposed site development consists
of disturbing about 0.21 acres of land and creating/replacing about 4,660 sf of hard surface area onsite and
along the site's frontage of 83nd PI W. Thus, the project is classified as a Category 1 project per the City's
classification system. Per ECDC 18.30, Category 1 projects must comply with Minimum Requirements No.
1 through No. 5. The civil site development plans and this report have been prepared to address the projects
impacts.
Minimum Requirement #2 — Construction Stormwater Pollution Prevention (SWPPP). A construction
Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) has be incorporated into the site development plans. A
summary of the site's erosion control measures that evaluates the typical 13 elements of a SWPPP are
included in section E. The total site disturbance area of the project is less than one acre, thus a formal Notice
of Intent application for NPDES coverage will not be made to the Department of Ecology. The grading
quantities are estimated to be 200 CY of cut and 200 CY of fill.
Minimum Requirement #3 —Source Control of Pollution. Specific source controls are not required for single
family residential sites. General requirements for these sites include preventing the discharge of pollutants
to the City's storm drainage system per Edmonds City Code Chapter 7.200 (Illicit Discharges). This includes
common household items such as pesticides, herbicides, fertilizers, detergents and fluids from vehicle
maintenance.
Single family residences shall incorporate DOE's S411 BMPs for landscape and lawn vegetation
management. Lawn and vegetation management can include control of objectionable weeds, insects, mold,
bacteria, and other pests with pesticides. Examples include weed control on golf course lawns, access roads,
and utility corridors and during landscaping; sap stain and insect control on lumber and logs; rooftop moss
removal; killing nuisance rodents; fungicide application to patio decks, and residential lawn/plant care. It is
possible to release toxic pesticides such as pentachlorophenol, carbamates, and organometallics to the
environment by leaching and dripping from treated parts, container leaks, product misuse, and outside
storage of pesticide contaminated materials and equipment. Poor management of the vegetation and poor
application of pesticides or fertilizers can cause appreciable stormwater contamination.
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Minimum Requirement #4 — Preservation of Natural Drainage Systems and Outfalls. The site generally
slopes in an easterly direction towards 82nd PI W; there are no concentrated flows or existing defined
conveyance systems located onsite; any site runoff leaves the site as sheet -flow. Stormwater runoff
leaving the site collects in the existing stormwater systems (ditch and pipe/catch basins) along the west
side of 82nd PI W and flows north. The 82nd PI W stormwater system routes runoff norther under 2121h St
SW and eventually outfalls to Good Hope Pond about 0.36 miles north of the site. The proposed
development will discharge the collected stormwater discharge to the existing ditch along the west side of
82nd PI W thus maintaining the existing stormwater outfall of the site. The site is located within the upper
reach of the Good Hope Pond watershed basin per the City of Edmonds maps (see section C).
Minimum Requirement #5 — Onsite Stormwater Management. A site specific geotechnical evaluation
(see section D) of the site demonstrates that based on the site soils characteristics, the available and
applicable stormwater BMPs for the site are BMP T5.13: Post -Construction Soil Quality and Depth and
BMP T5.10C: Perforated Stub -out Connections.
Roof areas from the new house (2,720 sf) and will not exceed the 5,000 sf capacity of a single perforated
stub -out connection for the site; all of the new house downspouts shall be connected to a perforated
stub -out connection prior to leaving the site. The new onsite hard surface (driveway + walkway = 974 sf)
will be mitigated by a stormwater detention tank BMP (per Edmonds Stormwater Addendum 6.3.1). The
frontage improvements (390 sf frontage sidewalk and 730 sf pavement widening) within the 82n1 PI W
right-of-way are not feasibly controlled by "onsite stormwater management" BMPs
A LID BMP feasibility evaluation table (below) has been prepared based on recommendations from the
geotechnical engineer and the stormwater site plan evaluation of the project. See the civil site
development plans and Section Cfor additional stormwater BMP evaluation and construction details.
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LID BMP Performance Standards Evaluation
Lawn and landscaped areas:
BMP
Viable
Limitations / Infeasibility Criteria
BMP T5.13: Post -Construction Soil Quality and Depth
Yes
BMP T5.13 shall be applied to the site post construction.
(Volume V, Chapter 5)
Roofs:
BMP T5.30: Full Dispersion
Infeasibility: Large vegetation retention and flow path areas
(Volume V, Chapter 5)
No
(100 ft) are not available on the project site.
BMP T5.10A: Downspout Full Infiltration Systems
Infeasibility: Due to soil variability and very low permeability.
(Volume III, Chapter 3)
No
See additional discussion in the geotechnical evaluation by
Earth Solutions NW.
Infeasibility: Due to soil variability and very low permeability.
Bioretention
No
See additional discussion in the geotechnical evaluation by
(Volume V, Chapter 7)
Earth Solutions NW.
BMP T5.106: Downspout Dispersion Systems
No
Not feasible due to the required expansive trench length and
(Volume III, Chapter 3)
dispersion area that is required.
BMP T5.10C: Perforated Stub -out
Perforated stub -out will be included in the construction
(Volume III, Chapter 3)
Yes
plans.
Detention vaults or pipes in accordance with the
A shallow detention tank system is feasible onsite and will be
Edmonds Stormwater Addendum
Yes
utilized for the "other hard surfaces" (driveway and walk
areas.
Other Hard Surfaces:
BMP T5.30: Full Dispersion
Infeasibility: Large vegetation retention and flow path areas
(Volume V, Chapter 5)
No
are not available on the project site.
BMP T5.15: Permeable Pavement
Infeasibility: Due to soil variability and very low permeability.
(Volume V, Chapter 5)
No
See additional discussion in the geotechnical evaluation by
Earth Solutions NW.
Infeasibility: Due to soil variability and very low permeability.
Bioretention (Volume V, Chapter 7)
No
See additional discussion in the geotechnical evaluation by
Earth Solutions NW.
BMP T5.12: Sheet Flow Dispersion
Infeasibility: Vegetation retention and flow path areas are
BMP T5.11: Concentrated Flow Dispersion
Yes
not available on the project site.
(Volume V, Chapter 5)
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B. EXISTING CONDITIONS SUMMARY
Existing Conditions. The total site consists of about 8,960 sf (0.21 acres) and is currently occupy by an
existing home. The lot has been recently reconfigured by a boundary line adjustment with the
neighboring church property. The site is vegetated with grass lawn a few mature trees. The subject
property is bordered by 82nd Place W along the east boundary, single family lot to the north and south,
and the church property to the west (see attached aerial photo).
The site generally slopes in an easterly direction towards 82nd PI W in a range between 2% and 5%. No
define drainage courses are found on -site and stormwater runoff would sheet flow easterly direction to a
roadside ditch along the westerly side of 82nd PI W. No stream or wetlands were discovered on or
immediately adjacent to the site. Additional discussion of the local drainage basin and downstream path
is discussed in Section C of this report.
Soils: In accordance with the project's site specific geotechnical evaluation by Earth Solutions NW, LLC the
on -site soils consist of silty sand with gravel (USCS: SM) glacial till deposits. The subject site is underlain by
glacial till deposits (Qvt, Alderwood series soils). Full soils description is included in the project's site specific
geotechnical evaluation by Earth Solutions NW, LLC.
Aerial Photo (City of Edmonds GIS, 2017 photo):
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C. DEVELOPED SITE HYDROLOTY.
Developed Conditions. The proposed project includes the construction of a single residence and
associated driveway, frontage improvements and utilities. The new residence will access 82"d PI W along
the subject site's easterly boundary. Landscaping and grass lawn around the new residence will stabilize
the site upon building construction.
In accordance with the Edmonds City Code (18.30) Category 1 projects shall meet MR 5 and provide on -
site stormwater management. To meet these criteria, the proposed hard surfaces of the site shall
implement BMPs from "List No. 1" or meet the LID performance standard. The propose development will
follow and apply on -site stormwater management BMPs from List NO. 1. The attached geotechnical
evaluation letter assesses the feasibility criteria of each stormwater BMP; per the evaluation only BMP
T5.10C: Perforated Stub -out Connections, detention pipe (Edmonds BMP) and BMP T5.13: Post -
Construction Soil Quality and Depth are considered feasible (dispersion, infiltration, rain gardens, and
bioretention are all considered infeasible). Additionally, a detention pipe (per Edmonds Stormwater
Addendum, 6.3.1 ) will be installed to mitigate the additional hard surfaces of the sites driveway and
walk/patio areas.
The project proposes to create and/or replace 4,660 sf of hard surface with the complete site
development, all existing onsite hard surface will be removed with the project site development. The
following is a summary of the proposed new/replaced hard surface areas:
New and Replaced Hard Surface:
Total Hard Surface Proposed = 4,660 sf
Building Rooftop = 2,720 sf sf
Uncovered Patio and Walk = 30 sf
Uncovered Driveway = 790 sf
ROW Sidewalk = 390 sf
ROW Pavement = 730 sf
The 2,720 sf roof area (less than 5,000 sf), will be collected and routed through a perforated stub -out prior
to discharging from the site; and thus, will be considered a manage hard surface and no other BMPs are
necessary for the roof area. The driveway and onsite walk/patio areas ("other hard surfaces") will total 820
sf and will be managed by an onsite detention pipe (per Edmonds Stormwater Addendum, 6.3.1). The 820
sf of "other" hard surface will require 28 ft of 18" pipe (820 sf x 0.034) for BMP mitigation. The detention
pipe will be constructed onsite, under the access driveway; see the Civil Site plan for layout and construction
details of the detention pipe system. No other BMPs are feasible to mitigate the frontage sidewalk (390 sf)
and pavement widening (730 sf) areas within the public right-of-way.
Additionally, all disturbed pervious (lawn and landscape) areas will preserve or restore the health and water -
holding capacity of the soils by compost -amending (Per DOE BMP T5.13: Post -Construction Soil Quality and
Depth).
Attached are the DOE summary criteria of BMP T5.10C: Perforated Stub -out Connections and BMP T5.13:
Post -Construction Soil Quality and Depth.
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BMP T5.10C: Perforated Stub -out Connections
A perforated stub out connection is a length of perforated pipe within a gravel filled trench that is
placed between roof downspouts and a stub out to the local drainage system. Figure V-4.7: Per-
forated Stub -Out Connection illustrates a perforated stub out connection. These systems are inten-
ded to provide some infiltration during drier months. During the wet winter months, they may provide
little or no Flow Control.
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Applications & Limitations
Perforated stub -outs are not appropriate when the seasonal water table is less than one foot below
the trench bottom.
Select the location of the connection to allow a maximum amount of runoff to infiltrate into the ground
(ideally a dry, relatively well drained, location). To facilitate maintenance, do not locate the per-
forated pipe portion of the system under impervious or heavily compacted (e.g., driveways and park-
ing areas) surfaces. Use the same setbacks asfor infiltration trenches in BMP T5.10A: Downspout
Full Infiltration.
Have a licensed geologist, hydrogeologist, or engineering geologist evaluate potential runoff dis-
charges towards landslide hazard areas. Do not place the perforated portion of the pipe on or above
slopes greater than 20% or above erosion hazard areas without evaluation by a licensed engineer in
the state of Washington with geotechnical expertise or qualified geologist and jurisdiction approval.
For sites with septic systems, the perforated portion of the pipe must be downgradient of the drain -
field primary and reserve areas. This requirement can be waived if site topography will clearly pro-
hibit flows from intersecting the drainfield or where site conditions (soil permeability, distance
between systems, etc.) indicate that this is unnecessary.
Design Criteria
Perforated stub out connections consist of at least 10 feet of perforated pipe per 5,000 square feet of
roof area laid in a level, 2 foot wide trench backfilled with washed drain rock. Extend the drain rock to
a depth of at least 8 inches below the bottom of the pipe and cover the pipe. Lay the pipe level and
cover the rock trench with filter fabric and 6 inches of fill (see Figure V-4.7: Perforated Stub -Out Con-
nection).
Runoff Model Representation
Any flow reduction is variable and unpredictable. No computer modeling techniques are allowed that
would predict any reduction in flow rates and volumes from the connected area.
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Figure V-4.7: Perforated Stub -Out Connection
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V-11 Miscellaneous LID BMPs
V-11.1 Introduction to Miscellaneous LID BMPs
BMPs in this chapter have been grouped because they have the following in common:
. They employ Low Impact Development (LID) Principles
. They cannot be used to meet 1-3.4.6 MR6: Runoff Treatment
. They cannot, by themselves, be used to meet the Flow Control Performance Standard or the
LID Performance Standard.
o Some of the BMPs in this chapter do allow for some amount of Flow Control credit. See
the guidance for each individual BMP for details.
. The design methods for each BMP in this chapter are unique. They do not have strong
enough design similarities to other BMPs in this volume to place them in the other BMP cat-
egories identified in this volume.
BMP T5.13: Post -Construction Soil Quality and
Depth
Purpose and Definition
Naturally occurring (undisturbed) soil and vegetation provide important stormwater functions includ-
ing: water infiltration; nutrient, sediment, and pollutant adsorption; sediment and pollutant biofiltra-
tion; water interflow storage and transmission; and pollutant decomposition. These functions are
largely lost when development strips away native soil and vegetation and replaces it with minimal top-
soil and sod. Not only are these important stormwater functions lost, but such landscapes them-
selves become pollution generating pervious surfaces due to increased use of pesticides, fertilizers
and other landscaping and household/industrial chemicals, the concentration of pet wastes, and pol-
lutants that accompany roadside litter.
Establishing soil quality and depth regains greater stormwater functions in the post development
landscape, provides increased treatment of pollutants and sediments that result from development
and habitation, and minimizes the need for some landscaping chemicals, thus reducing pollution
through prevention.
Applications and Limitations
Establishing a minimum soil quality and depth is not the same as preservation of naturally occurring
soil and vegetation. However, establishing a minimum soil quality and depth will provide improved
on -site management of stormwater flow and water quality.
Soil organic matter can be attained through numerous materials such as compost, composted
woody material, biosolids, and forest product residuals. It is important that the materials used to
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meet this BMP be appropriate and beneficial to the plant cover to be established. Likewise, it is
important that imported topsoils improve soil conditions and do not have an excessive percent of clay
fines.
This BMP can be considered infeasible on till soil slopes greater than 33 percent.
Design Guidelines
Soil Retention
Retain, in an undisturbed state, the duff layer and native topsoil to the maximum extent practicable.
In any areas requiring grading, remove and stockpile the duff layer and topsoil on site in a des-
ignated, controlled area, not adjacent to public resources and critical areas, to be reapplied to other
portions of the site where feasible.
Soil Quality
All areas subject to clearing and grading that have not been covered by impervious surface, incor-
porated into a drainage facility or engineered as structural fill or slope shall, at project completion,
demonstrate the following:
A topsoil layer with a minimum organic matter content of 10% dry weight in planting beds, and
5% organic matter content in turf areas, and a pH from 6.0 to 8.0 or matching the pH of the
undisturbed soil. The topsoil layer shall have a minimum depth of eight inches except where
tree roots limit the depth of incorporation of amendments needed to meet the criteria. Subsoils
below the topsoil layer should be scarified at least 4 inches with some incorporation of the
upper material to avoid stratified layers, where feasible.
2. Mulch planting beds with 2 inches of organic material.
3. Use compost and other materials that meet the following organic content requirements:
a. The organic content for "pre -approved" amendment rates can be met only using com-
post meeting the compost specification for BMP T7.30: Bioretention, with the exception
that the compost may have up to 35% biosolids or manure.
The compost must also have an organic matter content of 40% to 65%, and a carbon to
nitrogen ratio below 25:1.
The carbon to nitrogen ratio may be as high as 35:1 for plantings composed entirely of
plants native to the Puget Sound Lowlands region.
Calculated amendment rates may be met through use of composted material meeting
(a.) above; or other organic materials amended to meet the carbon to nitrogen ratio
requirements, and not exceeding the contaminant limits identified in Table 220-B, Test-
ing Parameters, in WAC 173-350-220.
The resulting soil should be conducive to the type of vegetation to be established.
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Implementation Options
The soil quality design guidelines listed above can be met by using one of the methods listed below:
1. Leave undisturbed native vegetation and soil, and protectfrom compaction during con-
struction.
2. Amend existing site topsoil or subsoil either at default "pre -approved" rates, or at custom cal-
culated rates based on tests of the soil and amendment.
3. Stockpile existing topsoil during grading, and replace it prior to planting. Stockpiled topsoil
must also be amended if needed to meet the organic matter or depth requirements, either at a
default "pre -approved" rate or at a custom calculated rate.
4. Import topsoil mix of sufficient organic content and depth to meet the requirements.
More than one method may be used on different portions of the same site. Soil that already meets
the depth and organic matter quality standards, and is not compacted, does not need to be
amended.
Planning/Permitting/inspection/Verification Guidelines &
Procedures
Local governments are encouraged to adopt guidelines and procedures similar to those recom-
mended in Building Soil: Guidelines and Resources for Implementing Soil Quality and Depth BMP
T5.13 in WDOE Stormwater Management Manual for Western Washington (Stenn et al., 2016).
Maintenance
• Establish soil quality and depth toward the end of construction and once established, protect
from compaction, such as from large machinery use, and from erosion.
• Plant vegetation and mulch the amended soil area after installation.
• Leave plant debris or its equivalent on the soil surface to replenish organic matter.
• Reduce and adjust, where possible, the use of irrigation, fertilizers, herbicides and pesticides,
rather than continuing to implement formerly established practices.
Runoff Model Representation
All areas meeting the soil quality and depth design criteria may be entered into approved runoff mod-
els as "Pasture" rather than "Lawn/Landscaping".
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Offsite Analysis. The site is located within the City of Edmonds Good Hope Pond watershed basin. Good
Hope Pond basin is a centralized urban basin that collects stormwater runoff from primarily residential areas
in the City Edmonds and ultimately discharges flows westerly to Shell Creek and on to the Puget Sound (see
attached watershed map).
Site runoff leaves the site as sheet -flow runoff that flows in an easterly direction. Runoff leaving the site
sheet -flows across the site and enter the roadside ditch and culvert system along the west side of 82nd PI W.
The storm system along 82nd PI W crosses to the east side of 82nd PI W near the northeast corner of the
project site and continues north in a pipe and catch basin system along 82nd PI W. The stormwater system
continues north under 2121h St SW through the Solaire Condominium complex and back in to the 82nd PI W
right-of-way north of the condominium property. The stormwater system continues north and shifts west
to 83rd Ave W at 210th PI SW; at 208th St SW the system turns west and discharges into Good Hope Pond
about 0.36 miles downstream of the site. Good Hope Pond discharges westerly to Shell Creek and eventually
discharges to the Puget Sound about 2.6 miles from the site.
The downstream system primarily consists of a man-made pipe and catch basin system within the 0.36
miles from the site to Good Hope Pond. No apparent flooding or system inadequacies within downstream
of the site were discovered during site visits or research of the downstream system.
See attached watershed and downstream drainage facility map for the local downstream path.
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Watershed Basin Map
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D. SOILS REPORT:
1. Geotechnical Evaluation Letter
Prepared by: Earth Solutions NW, LLC
Date: January 8, 2020
2. Geotechnical Response to Stormwater Review Comments
Prepared by: Earth Solutions NW, LLC
Date: April 29, 2020
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January 8, 2020
ES-6999
Select Homes, Inc.
16531 — 13t" Avenue West, A107
Lynnwood, Washington 98037
Attention: Ms. Kayla Nichols
Subject: Geotechnical Evaluation
Proposed Single -Family Residences
21222 — 82" d Place West
Edmonds, Washington
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Earth Solutions NW LLC
Geotechnical Engineering, Construction
Observationjesting and Environmental Services
Reference: Department of Ecology
Stormwater Management Manual for Western Washington
Amended December 2014
1F.r,I-MalTAffo eI
Geologic Map of the Edmonds East and Part of the Edmonds West Quadrangles
Washington, 1983
Edmonds City Code
Chapter 23.80 (Geologically Hazard Areas)
Pacific Coast Surveys, Inc.
Record of Survey & Boundary Line Adjustment
Dated August 26, 2019
Dear Ms. Nichols:
As requested, Earth Solutions NW, LLC (ESNW) has prepared this geotechnical evaluation report
for the proposed single-family residences. As part of our scope of services, we completed a
subsurface exploration, in -situ infiltration testing, laboratory and engineering analyses, and
prepared this written report with our findings and recommendations for the proposed project.
Based on our evaluation, the proposed project is feasible from a geotechnical standpoint.
15365 N.E. 90th Street, Suite 100 0 Redmond, WA 98052 0 (425) 449-4704 9 FAX (425) 449-4711
Select Homes, Inc.
January 8, 2020
Project Description
ES-6999
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The subject site is located at 21222 — 82nd Place West in Edmonds, Washington, as illustrated
on the attached Vicinity Map (Plate 1). The site consists of one tax parcel (Snohomish County
parcel number 0046740000-1100) totaling approximately 1.14 acres of land. Based on the
referenced survey, the boundary lines will be adjusted to create two new parcels. The property is
currently developed with a single-family residence and associated improvements. The subject
site generally descends towards the east with total elevation change on the order of 10 feet or
less. The subject site is bordered to the north and south by single-family residences, to the east
by 82n1 Place West, and to the west by Calvary Chapel.
We understand the existing single-family residential structure and associated improvements will
be demolished and two new single-family residential structures will be constructed. We anticipate
grading activities will include cuts and fills of about two to four feet to establish the planned
building alignments. However, grading plans were not available at the time this report was
prepared. We understand infiltration and low impact development methods are being evaluated
for stormwater management. Site improvements will also include underground utility
installations.
At the time this report was prepared, specific building load values were not available. However,
we anticipate the proposed residential structures will consist of relatively lightly loaded wood
framing supported on conventional foundations. Based on our experience with similar
developments, we estimate wall loads on the order of one to two kips per linear foot and slab -on -
grade loading of 150 pounds per square foot (psf).
If the above design assumptions are incorrect or change, ESNW should be contacted to review
the recommendations in this report. ESNW should review the final design to verify the
geotechnical recommendations provided in this report have been incorporated into the plans.
Subsurface Conditions
As part of this geotechnical evaluation, an ESNW representative observed, logged, and sampled
six test pits on November 19, 2019, excavated at accessible locations within the proposed
development area, using a mini-trackhoe and operator provided by the client. The approximate
locations of the test pits are depicted on the Test Pit Location Plan (Plate 2). Please refer to the
test pit logs provided as an attachment to this report for a more detailed description of subsurface
conditions. Representative soil samples collected at the test pit locations were analyzed in
general accordance with the Unified Soil Classification System (USCS) and United States
Department of Agriculture (USDA) methods and procedures.
Topsoil and Fill
Native topsoil was observed extending to depths of approximately six to eight inches below
existing ground surface (bgs). The topsoil was characterized by dark brown color and fine organic
material. Fill was encountered at test pit location TP-1 during our fieldwork, extending to a depth
of approximately two feet bgs.
Select Homes, Inc.
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Native Soil
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Underlying the topsoil and limited fill, soil conditions at the test pit locations were observed to
consist primarily of silty sand (USCS: SM). Silty gravel (USCS: GM) was observed near -surface
at TP-4 which transitioned to silty sand at depth. Poorly graded sand was observed between five
and seven feet bgs at TP-3 and TP-6, which transitioned to silty sand at depth. Overall soil
relative density increased with depth, extending to the maximum exploration depth of about eight
feet bgs. The native soil was generally observed in a weakly to moderately cemented condition
at about four to five feet bgs.
Geologic Setting
The referenced geologic map resource identifies Vashon till (Qvt) across the site and surrounding
areas. As reported on the geologic map resource, Vashon till typically consists of a nonsorted
mixture of clay, silt, sand, pebbles, cobbles, and boulders. The till was deposited directly by ice
advanced over previously deposited sediment and rocks. In addition, the referenced WSS
resource identifies Alderwood-Urban land complex (Map Unit Symbol: 5) as the primary soil units
underlying the subject site. The Alderwood series was formed in glacial till plains. Based on our
field observations, native soils on the subject site are generally consistent with the geologic
setting outlined in this section.
Groundwater
Groundwater seepage was not observed at the test pit locations during the fieldwork (November
2019). However, seepage should be expected in deeper excavations at this site, particularly
during the winter, spring, and early summer months. Groundwater seepage rates and elevations
fluctuate depending on many factors, including precipitation duration and intensity, the time of
year, and soil conditions.
Geologically Hazardous Areas Assessment
As part of this geotechnical evaluation, the referenced chapter of the Edmonds City Code was
reviewed. Based on our investigation and review, there are no geologically hazardous areas
present on or adjacent to the site.
Foundations
The proposed single-family structures can be supported on conventional spread and continuous
footings bearing on undisturbed, competent native soil, compacted native soil, or new structural
fill. Competent native soils, suitable for support of the foundation, should be encountered
beginning at depths of approximately two to three feet bgs. Where loose or unsuitable soil
conditions are encountered at foundation subgrade elevations during site preparation activities,
compaction of the soils to the specifications of structural fill, or overexcavation and replacement
with granular structural fill will be necessary. Structural fill should consist of suitable granular
soils compacted to 95 percent of Modified Proctor (ASTM D1557). Compaction of the soil to the
levels necessary for use as structural fill will be difficult during wet weather conditions. Organic
material exposed at foundation subgrade elevations must be removed and grades restored with
structural fill.
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Provided the structures will be supported as described above, the following parameters can be
used for design of the new foundations:
• Allowable soil bearing capacity 2,500 psf
• Passive earth pressure
• Coefficient of friction
300 pcf (equivalent fluid)
The passive earth pressure and coefficient of friction values included a safety factor of 1.5. A
one-third increase in the allowable soil bearing capacity can be assumed for short-term wind and
seismic loading conditions.
With structural loading as expected, total settlement in the range of one inch is anticipated, with
differential settlement of about one-half inch. The majority of the settlements should occur during
construction, as dead loads are applied.
Seismic Considerations
The 2015 IBC recognizes ASCE for seismic site class definitions. In accordance with Table 20.3-
1 of ASCE, Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other Structures, Site Class D, should be
used for design.
In our opinion, the site susceptibility to liquefaction is low. The native soil relative density and the
absence of an established, shallow groundwater table are the primary bases for this opinion.
Drainage
Temporary measures to control surface water runoff during construction would likely involve
passive elements such as interceptor trenches and sumps. ESNW should be consulted during
preliminary grading activities to evaluate seepage areas and provide recommendations to
reduce the potential for seepage -related instability.
Finish grades should be designed to direct surface water away from structures and slopes.
Grades adjacent to buildings should be sloped away at a gradient of either at least 2 percent for
a horizontal distance of up to 10 feet or the maximum allowed by adjacent structures. In our
opinion, foundation drains should be installed along building perimeter footings.
Infiltration Evaluation
As indicated in the Subsurface Conditions section, native soils encountered during our fieldwork
were characterized primarily as silty sand with gravel and silty gravel with sand glacial till
deposits. Based on the results of USDA textural analyses, the native soils were classified
primarily as sandy loam with fines contents of about 22 to 31 percent.
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In -situ testing was completed in accordance with the Small-scale Pilot Infiltration Test (PIT)
procedure, as outlined in Volume III, Chapter 3, Page 526 of the 2014 SMMWW. The testing
was completed at a depth of approximately four feet at TP-2. The in -situ rate obtained during
testing was 0.5 inches per hour. Based on subsurface conditions observed, the measured
infiltration was likely predominantly a result of lateral migration rather than vertical infiltration.
Considering the variable and generally very low permeability of the native soils, we do not
recommend utilizing infiltration systems for the proposed project. It is our opinion the site is better
suited for perforated stub -outs.
On -site Stormwater Management
Pursuant to City of Edmonds stormwater management requirements, implementation of on -site
stormwater BMPs are required for proposed developments in accordance with specified
thresholds, standards, and lists. The intent of BMP implementation is to infiltrate, disperse, and
retain stormwater runoff on site to the extent feasible. The table below summarizes our
evaluation of low impact development methods, as outlined in the referenced stormwater manual,
from a geotechnical standpoint. It is instructed in the referenced stormwater manual that BMPs
are to be considered in the order listed (from top to bottom) for each surface type, and the first
BMP that is determined to be viable should be used. For completeness, however, we have
evaluated each listed BMP for the proposed surface types.
BMP
Viable?
Limitations or
Infeasibility Criteria
Lawns and Landscaped Areas
T5.13: Post -construction soil
quality and depth (Volume V,
Yes
None.
Chapter 5)
Roofs
T5.30: Full dispersion (Volume
Maybe*
T5.30: Adequate vegetative flow paths will likely not be
V, Chapter 5)
available.
T5.10A: Downspout full
T5.10A: Not recommended due to soil variability and
infiltration systems (Volume III,
No
very low permeability layers.
Chapter 3)
Bioretention (Volume V, Chapter
No
Not recommended due to soil variability and very low
7)
permeability layers.
T5.10B: Downspout dispersion
systems (Volume III, Chapter 3)
Maybe*
Adequate vegetative flow paths are likely not available.
T5.10C: Perforated stub -out
connections (Volume III, Chapter
Yes
None.
3)
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BMP
Viable?
Limitations or
Infeasihilitv Criteria
Other Hard Surfaces
T5.30: Full dispersion (Volume
V, Chapter 5)
Maybe`
Adequate vegetative flow paths are likely not available.
T5.15: Permeable pavement
No
Not recommended due to soil variability and very low
(Volume V, Chapter 5)
permeability layers.
Bioretention (Volume V, Chapter
No
Not recommended due to soil variability and very low
7)
permeability layers.
T5.12: Sheet flow dispersion
T5.11: Concentrated flow
dispersion (Volume V, Chapter
Maybe*
Adequate vegetative flow paths are likely not available.
5
* Viability to be determined by storm designer.
Limitations
The recommendations and conclusions provided in this geotechnical evaluation report are
professional opinions consistent with the level of care and skill that is typical of other members in
the profession currently practicing under similar conditions in this area. A warranty is not
expressed or implied. Variations in the soil and groundwater conditions observed at the test pit
locations may exist and may not become evident until construction. ESNW should reevaluate
the conclusions in this geotechnical evaluation report if variations are encountered.
Earth Solutions NW, LLC
Select Homes, Inc.
January 8, 2020
ES-6999
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Should you require additional information, or have questions, please call.
Sincerely,
EARTH SOLUTIONS NW, LLC
Adam Z. Shier, L.G.
Senior Staff Geologist
Attachments: Plate 1 — Vicinity Map
Plate 2 — Test Pit Location Plan
Test Pit Logs
Grain Size Distribution
Henry T. Wright, P.E.
Senior Project Manager
CC' RAM Engineering, Inc.
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The discussion in the text of this report is necessary for a proper understanding of the nature
of the material presented in the attached logs.
Earth Solutions NW TEST PIT NUMBER TP-1
15365 N.E. 90th Street, Suite 100
Redmond, Washington 98052 PAGE 1 OF 1
Telephone: 425-449-4704
Fax: 425-449-4711
PROJECT NUMBER ES-6999 PROJECT NAME 21222 — 82nd Place West
DATE STARTED 11/19/19 COMPLETED 11/19/19 GROUND ELEVATION TEST PIT SIZE
EXCAVATION CONTRACTOR Client -Provided GROUND WATER LEVELS:
EXCAVATION METHOD AT TIME OF EXCAVATION --
LOGGED BY AZS CHECKED BY HTW AT END OF EXCAVATION --
NOTES Depth of Topsoil & Sod 6": grass AFTER EXCAVATION -
L
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TESTS
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MATERIAL DESCRIPTION
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0.5 Dark brown TOPSOIL, roots (Fill)
Brown silty SAND, loose to medium dense, moist (Fill)
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MC 17.40%
12.0
SM
-large cobbles
Gray silty SAND with gravel, medium dense to dense, moist (Unweathered Till)
MC = 4.30%
-weakly cemented
SM
5
MC = 8.50%
7.0
Test pit terminated at 7.0 feet below existing grade. No groundwater encountered during
excavation. No caving observed.
Bottom of test pit at 7.0 feet.
Earth Solutions NW TEST PIT NUMBER TP-2
15365 N.E. 90th Street, Suite 100
Redmond, Washington 98052 PAGE 1 OF 1
Telephone: 425-449-4704
Fax: 425-449-4711
PROJECT NUMBER ES-6999 PROJECT NAME 21222 — 82nd Place West
DATE STARTED 11/19/19 COMPLETED 11/19/19 GROUND ELEVATION TEST PIT SIZE
EXCAVATION CONTRACTOR Client -Provided GROUND WATER LEVELS:
EXCAVATION METHOD AT TIME OF EXCAVATION --
LOGGED BY AZS CHECKED BY HTW AT END OF EXCAVATION --
NOTES Depth of Topsoil & Sod 6": grass AFTER EXCAVATION -
L
=
H L
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Lu
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TESTS
Q O
MATERIAL DESCRIPTION
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0.5 Dark brown TOPSOIL
Brown silty SAND, loose to medium dense, moist
MC = 9.60%
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2.0
Gray silty SAND with gravel, medium dense to dense, moist (Unweathered Till)
MC = 10.60%
Fines = 22.00%
-infiltration test at 4', weakly cemented
5
MC = 15.20%
SM
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[USDA Classification: gravelly coarse sandy LOAM]
7.5
Test pit terminated at 7.5 feet below existing grade due to refusal on very dense till. No
groundwater encountered during excavation. No caving observed.
Bottom of test pit at 7.5 feet.
Earth Solutions NW TEST PIT NUMBER TP-3
15365 N.E. 90th Street, Suite 100
Redmond, Washington 98052 PAGE 1 OF 1
Telephone: 425-449-4704
Fax: 425-449-4711
PROJECT NUMBER ES-6999 PROJECT NAME 21222 — 82nd Place West
DATE STARTED 11/19/19 COMPLETED 11/19/19 GROUND ELEVATION TEST PIT SIZE
EXCAVATION CONTRACTOR Client -Provided GROUND WATER LEVELS:
EXCAVATION METHOD AT TIME OF EXCAVATION --
LOGGED BY AZS CHECKED BY HTW AT END OF EXCAVATION --
NOTES Depth of Topsoil & Sod 6": grass AFTER EXCAVATION -
L
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H L
2
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TESTS
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MATERIAL DESCRIPTION
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0.5 Dark brown TOPSOIL, roots
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SM
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MC = 12.90%
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5.0
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MC = 2.40%
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Gray silty SAND, medium dense to dense, moist (Unweathered Till)
SM
MC = 4.60%
8.0
Test pit terminated at 8.0 feet below existing grade. No groundwater encountered during
excavation. No caving observed.
Bottom of test pit at 8.0 feet.
Earth Solutions NW TEST PIT NUMBER TP-4
15365 N.E. 90th Street, Suite 100
Redmond, Washington 98052 PAGE 1 OF 1
Telephone: 425-449-4704
Fax: 425-449-4711
PROJECT NUMBER ES-6999 PROJECT NAME 21222 — 82nd Place West
DATE STARTED 11/19/19 COMPLETED 11/19/19 GROUND ELEVATION TEST PIT SIZE
EXCAVATION CONTRACTOR Client -Provided GROUND WATER LEVELS:
EXCAVATION METHOD AT TIME OF EXCAVATION --
LOGGED BY AZS CHECKED BY HTW AT END OF EXCAVATION --
NOTES Depth of Topsoil & Sod 6": grass AFTER EXCAVATION -
L
=
H L
2
w
Lu
g
TESTS
Q O
MATERIAL DESCRIPTION
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0.5 Dark brown TOPSOIL
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MC = 12.50%
Fines = 22.20%
GM
[USDA Classification: very gravelly sandy LOAM]
2.0
Gray silty SAND, medium dense to dense, moist (Unweathered Till)
MC = 6.40%
-moderately cemented
5
MC = 8.20%
SM
7.5
Test pit terminated at 7.5 feet below existing grade. No groundwater encountered during
excavation. No caving observed.
Bottom of test pit at 7.5 feet.
Earth Solutions NW TEST PIT NUMBER TP-5
15365 N.E. 90th Street, Suite 100
Redmond, Washington 98052 PAGE 1 OF 1
Telephone: 425-449-4704
Fax: 425-449-4711
PROJECT NUMBER ES-6999 PROJECT NAME 21222 — 82nd Place West
DATE STARTED 11/19/19 COMPLETED 11/19/19 GROUND ELEVATION TEST PIT SIZE
EXCAVATION CONTRACTOR Client -Provided GROUND WATER LEVELS:
EXCAVATION METHOD AT TIME OF EXCAVATION --
LOGGED BY AZS CHECKED BY HTW AT END OF EXCAVATION --
NOTES Depth of Topsoil & Sod 8": grass AFTER EXCAVATION -
L
=
H L
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Gray silty SAND with gravel, medium dense to dense, moist (Unweathered Till)
MC = 8.30%
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5
MC = 9.70%
6.5
Test pit terminated at 6.5 feet below existing grade due to refusal on very dense till. No
groundwater encountered during excavation. No caving observed.
Bottom of test pit at 6.5 feet.
Earth Solutions NW TEST PIT NUMBER TP-6
15365 N.E. 90th Street, Suite 100
Redmond, Washington 98052 PAGE 1 OF 1
Telephone: 425-449-4704
Fax: 425-449-4711
PROJECT NUMBER ES-6999 PROJECT NAME 21222 — 82nd Place West
DATE STARTED 11/19/19 COMPLETED 11/19/19 GROUND ELEVATION TEST PIT SIZE
EXCAVATION CONTRACTOR Client -Provided GROUND WATER LEVELS:
EXCAVATION METHOD AT TIME OF EXCAVATION --
LOGGED BY AZS CHECKED BY HTW AT END OF EXCAVATION --
NOTES Depth of Topsoil & Sod 6": grass AFTER EXCAVATION -
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0.5 Dark brown TOPSOIL
Brown silty SAND, loose to medium dense, moist
MC = 12.00%
SM
2.5
Gray silty SAND with gravel, medium dense to dense, damp to moist
SM
MC = 3.20%
5
MC = 4.60%
5.0
Gray poorly graded SAND, medium dense to dense, moist
SP
X7.0
-weakly cemented
MC = 4.10%
[USDA Classification: slightly gravelly coarse SAND]
Fines = 3.40%
Gray silty SAND, dense, damp (Unweathered Till)
SM
•"
=
MC 2.40%
8.0 [USDA Classification: very fine sandy LOAM]
Fines = 31.10%
Test pit terminated at 8.0 feet below existing grade. No groundwater encountered during
excavation. No caving observed.
Bottom of test pit at 8.0 feet.
Earth Solutions NW, LLC
15365 N.E. 90th Street, Suite 100
Redmond, Washington 98052
Telephone: 4 2 5-44 9-4 704
Fax: 425-449-4711
PROJECT NUMBER ES-6999
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coarse
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fine
Specimen Identification
Classification
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TP-02 4.00ft.
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TP-06 7.00ft.
USDA: Gray Slightly Gravelly Coarse Sand. USCS: SP.
1.03
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Specimen Identification
D100
D60
D30
D10
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PL
PI
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37.5
4.747
0.19
22.2
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TP-06 7.Oft.
9.5
0.584
0.304
0.154
3.4
*
TP-06 8.Oft.
1.18
0.127
31.1
April 29, 2020
ES-6999.02
Select Homes, Inc.
16531 — 1311 Avenue West, A107
Lynnwood, Washington 98037
Attention: Ms. Kayla Nichols
Subject: Response to Stormwater Review Comments
Proposed Single -Family Residences
21328 — 82nd Place West
Edmonds, Washington
Reference: City of Edmonds Engineering Division
Stormwater Review Comments
BLD2020-0045, dated February 28, 2020
BLD2020-0044, dated March 3, 2020
Earth Solutions NW, LLC (ESNW)
Geotechnical Evaluation
ES-6999, dated January 8, 2020
Dear Ms. Nichols:
Earth
Solutions
N W «C
Earth Solutions NW LLC
Geotechnical Engineering, Construction
❑bservationjesting and Environmental Services
As requested, Earth Solutions NW, LLC (ESNW) has prepared this letter responding to the
referenced City of Edmonds Engineering Division stormwater review comments. The comment
pertinent to the geotechnical aspects of the project is provided below, followed by our response.
ESNW prepared the referenced geotechnical evaluation for the subject project.
Review Comment 1. — It is not entirely clear why bioretention is infeasible; slower infiltration soils
alone may not be enough to rule out bioretention without additional safety concerns or
hardpan/water table separation concerns. Update report as needed to include bioretention, or
provide additional explanation as to why it is infeasible on this site, consistent with Edmonds
Addendum Appendix A.
a. Reviewer notes that the site generally slopes toward the road frontage, with the lowest
elevations being at the controlled ditch line which is part of the City MS4; it appears
safety concern for perched groundwater is minimal and more mitigation can be
achieved with bioretention.
15365 N.E. 90th Street, Suite 100 • Redmond, WA 98052 0 (425) 449-4704 • FAX (425) 449-4711
Select Homes, Inc. ES-6999.02
April 29, 2020 Page 2
ESNW Response — The low measured infiltration rate of 0.5 inches per hour (iph) was indicative
of lateral infiltration and not vertical infiltration as the test was completed at the contact where the
soil becomes cemented (hardpan). The test results indicate the upper approximately four feet of
soil exhibits low permeability. Hardpan (weakly to moderately cemented, unweathered glacial
till) was generally encountered at about four feet; hardpan was encountered a couple of feet
deeper in two of the locations. The long-term performance of infiltration in the site soils would
generally be very poor and would provide minor to negligible stormwater mitigation from an
infiltration standpoint, particularly during the wet season. While the site conditions may not
indicate a distinct infeasibility criterion as outlined in Edmonds Addendum Appendix A, it is our
opinion that infiltration at the subject site is not ideal from a geotechnical standpoint and design
of a facility with such a low infiltration rate (reduced from 0.5 iph) may prove impractical or
infeasible.
From a geotechnical standpoint, very shallow perforated stub -outs would be an efficient means
to provide minor mitigation of runoff for the upper low permeability soil.
Should you require additional information, or have questions, please call.
Sincerely,
EARTH SOLUTIONS NW, LLC
04/29/2020
Henry T. Wright, P.E.
Senior Project Manager
cc: RAM Engineering, Inc.
Attention: Mr. Rob Long, P.E. (Email only)
Earth Solutions NK LLC
E. CONSTRUCTION SWPPP REQUIREMENTS:
The project will require grading to construct the proposed building and utilities (including the stormwater
infiltration trench system). Standard erosion control measures are proposed to be used during construction.
The primary erosion and sediment control BMP during construction will be proper soil stabilization methods.
Exposed soils shall be stabilized by application of effective BMPs that protect the soil from the erosive forces
of raindrops, flowing water, and wind. Applicable practices include, but not limited to, temporary and
permanent seeding, sodding, mulching, plastic covering, erosion control fabrics, matting, the early
application of gravel base on areas to be paved, and dust control. The contractor shall select a soil
stabilization method best suited for the particular situation. Stock piles must be stabilized and protected
with sediment trapping measures. In addition, site containment of exposed soils shall be sustained by using
silt fence barriers along the down -slope boundaries of the site's disturbance areas. See the site
development plan for details.
Construction Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP): The following is a summary of the site's
erosion control measures that evaluates the typical DOE 13 elements of a SWPPP:
Element 1: Mark Clearing Limits: Clearing limits have been delineated on the engineering site development
plans.
Element 2: Establish Construction Access: A construction access has been delineated on the engineering
site development plans.
Element 3: Control Flow Rates: During construction silt fencing will provide attenuation of site runoff and
upon project completion and stabilization (established lawns and landscape of exposed soils),
the infiltration storm system will provide flow control.
Element 4: Install Sediment Controls: Filter fabric fence has been delineated and detailed on the
engineering site development plans. At a minimum, silt fence will be installed along the down
gradient perimeter of the disturbed area that will receive sediment -laden runoff.
Element 5: Stabilize Soils: Soils will be stabilized per the TESC notes listed on the engineering site
development plans.
Element 6: Protect Slopes: Exposed slopes shall be stabilized per the TESC notes listed on the engineering
site development plans.
Element 7: Protect Drain Inlets: Drain inlet protection will be installed on all catch basins that will receive
sediment -laden runoff. See the engineering site development plans for locations and detail.
Element 8: Stabilize Channels and Outlets: This element is not applicable since there are no temporary
channels or outlets proposed.
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Element 9: Control Pollutants: Pollutants shall be managed as described in the TESC notes listed on the
engineering site development plans.
Element 10: Control De -Watering: Highly turbid or contaminated de -watering water shall be handled
separately from stormwater. The water from all de -watering systems for trenches and
foundations shall be treated or disposed prior to discharging from the site.
Element 11: Maintain BMPs: BMPs shall be maintained and removed at the end of the project as follows:
i. All temporary and permanent erosion and sediment control BMPs shall be inspected,
maintained and repaired in accordance with the Drainage Manual or as approved or
required by the City to assure continued performance of their intended function in
accordance with BMP specifications.
ii. The applicant may remove temporary BMPs when they are no longer needed.
iii. All temporary erosion and sediment control BMPs shall be removed within 30 days after
construction is completed and the City has determined that the site is stabilized.
Element 12: Manage the Project: The owner of the site is responsible for managing the installation and
maintenance of the site BMPs.
Element 13. Protect Low Impact Development BMPs: Compaction (i.e. vehicle and equipment traffic or
storage; and/or placement of stockpiles) to the soils in the area of the stormwater BMPs (Post -
Construction Soil Quality and Depth BMP T5.13 and Perforated Stub -out Connections BMP
T5.10C) shall be avoided during construction.
RAMEngineering, Inc.
RAM No. 19-009
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F. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES:
These guidelines are intended to provide operation and maintenance instructions for the project's storm
drainage control facilities. The owner is responsible for maintenance of storm drainage facilities within
the property (private property owner system); the owner is not responsible for maintenance within the
public right-of-way (City system).
Private Property Owners: Private property owners are responsible for properly maintaining the stormwater
infrastructure on their property to ensure it operates as designed. The City has developed an inspection
program to ensure private property owners are properly maintaining their stormwater systems.
City System: City crews perform maintenance activities on the entire storm drainage system, including
inspection and cleaning of catch basins, street sweeping, emergency flooding response, creek
maintenance, inspection and monitoring of private stormwater detention systems.
Operation and Maintenance Requirements for private property owner system:
This manual is not comprehensive; although it explains the intended operation of the various
components of the drainage system, and suggests a routine of inspection and maintenance, it cannot
anticipate every problem. Once a historical record of maintenance is established, it may be prudent to
alter the routine. It is recommended that maintenance records be kept, and that the records be
reviewed periodically.
Concept of Operation: The drainage design is shown and described in the site development engineering
plans and report. The approved site development plans and report should be retained by the owner and
used as a reference to identify stormwater BMP facilities outlined in this manual.
Conveyance Systems. The design objective in pipe sizing was to convey the large storm events without
the water surface exceeding the ground elevation. Frequent overtopping of the pipe system in an area
might indicate a downstream blockage. Overtopping of the drain systems at the catch -basins is an
indication that maintenance is required.
The following pages outline standard general maintenance criteria for the project's drainage facilities.
For additional and updated maintenance information visit the Washington State Department of
Ecology's web -site at: http://www.ecy.wa.gov/programs/wq/wghome.html
MAINTENANCF REQUIREMENTS
ECDC Section 18.30-090 requires privately -owned
stormwater management facilities, such as LID
BMPs be properly maintained. The owner of the
property is the responsible party for such
maintenance. The system must be kept in good
working order. The entire system should be
inspected once per year. An improperly maintained
BMP may cause private property or street flooding.
RAMEngineering, Inc.
RAM No. 19-009
Contact the City En,ineering Division for
maintenance information.
The City may make periodic inspections of BMPs to
ensure they are operating properly. ECDC Section
18.30.1W contains the enforcement provisions the
City can use to ensure the system is properly
maintained.
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Appendix V-A: BMP Maintenance Tables
Ecology intends the facility -specific maintenance standards contained in this section to be
conditions for determining if maintenance actions are required as identified through inspection.
Recognizing that Permittees have limited maintenance funds and time, Ecology does not
require that a Permittee perform all these maintenance activities on all their stormwater BMPs.
We leave the determination of importance of each maintenance activity and its priority within the
stormwater program to the Permittee. We do expect, however, that sufficient maintenance will
occur to ensure that the BMPs continue to operate as designed to protect ground and surface
waters.
Ecology doesn't intend that these measures identify the facility's required condition at all times
between inspections. In other words, exceedance of these conditions at any time between
inspections and/or maintenance does not automatically constitute a violation of these standards.
However, based upon inspection observations, the Permittee shall adjust inspection and
maintenance schedules to minimize the length of time that a facility is in a condition that
requires a maintenance action.
Table V-A.3: Maintenance Standards - Closed Detention Systems (Tanks/Vaults)
Maintenance
Results Expected
Component
Defect
Conditions When Maintenance is Needed
When Maintenance is
Performed
Plugged Air Vents
One-half of the cross section of a vent is blocked at
Vents open and
any point or the vent is damaged.
functioning.
Accumulated sediment depth exceeds 10% of the
diameter of the storage area for 1/2 length of
storage vault or any point depth exceeds 15% of
All sediment and debris
Debris and Sediment
diameter.
removed from storage
Storage Area
(Example: 72-inch storage tank would require
area.
cleaning when sediment reaches depth of 7 inches
for more than 1/2 length of tank.)
Any openings or voids allowing material to be
Joints Between
transported into facility.
All joint between
Tank/Pipe Section
(Will require engineering analysis to determine
tank/pipe sections are
sealed.
structural stability).
Tank Pipe Bent Out of
Any part of tank/pipe is bent out of shape more than
Tank/pipe repaired or
Shape
10% of its design shape. (Review required by
replaced to design.
engineer to determine structural stability).
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Table V-A.3: Maintenance Standards - Closed Detention Systems (Tanks/Vaults)
Maintenance
Results Expected
Component
Defect
Conditions When Maintenance is Needed
When Maintenance is
Performed
Cracks wider than 1/2-inch and any evidence of soil
Vault replaced or
particles entering the structure through the cracks,
repaired to design
Vault Structure Includes
or maintenance/inspection personnel determines
specifications and is
Cracks in Wall, Bottom,
that the vault is not structurally sound.
structurally sound.
Damage to Frame
and/or Top Slab
Cracks wider than 1/2-inch at the joint of any
No cracks more than
inlet/outlet pipe or any evidence of soil particles
1/4-inch wide at the joint
entering the vault through the walls.
of the inlet/outlet pipe.
Cover Not in Place
Cover is missing or only partially in place. Any open
Manhole is closed.
manhole requires maintenance.
Mechanism cannot be opened by one maintenance
Locking Mechanism Not
person with proper tools. Bolts into frame have less
Mechanism opens with
Manhole
Working
than 1/2 inch of thread (may not apply to self-locking
proper tools.
lids).
Cover Difficult to
One maintenance person cannot remove lid after
Cover can be removed
Remove
applying normal lifting pressure. Intent is to keep
and reinstalled by one
cover from sealing off access to maintenance.
maintenance person.
Ladder is unsafe due to missing rungs,
Ladder meets design
Ladder Rungs Unsafe
misalignment, not securely attached to structure
standards. Allows
maintenance person
wall, rust, or cracks.
safe access.
See Table V-A.5:
See Table V-A.5: Maintenance Standards -Catch
See Table V-A.5:
Catch Basins
Maintenance Standards
Basins
Maintenance Standards
- Catch Basins
- Catch Basins
Table V-A.4: Maintenance Standards - Control Structure/Flow Restrictor
Maintenance
Defect
Condition When Maintenance
Results Expected When
Component
is Needed
Maintenance is Performed
Trash and Debris (Includes
Material exceeds 25% of sump
Control structure orifice is not
Sediment)
depth or 1 foot below orifice
blocked. All trash and debris
plate.
removed.
Structure is not securely
attached to manhole wall.
Structure securely attached to wall
and outlet pipe.
General
Structure is not in upright
position (allow up to 10% from
Structure in correct position.
plumb).
Structural Damage
Connections to outlet pipe are
Connections to outlet pipe are
water tight; structure repaired or
not watertight and show signs of
replaced and works as designed.
rust.
Structure has no holes other than
Any holes - other than designed
designed holes.
holes - in the structure.
Cleanout gate is not watertight
Gate is watertight and works as
or is missing.
designed.
Gate cannot be moved up and
Gate moves up and down easily
Cleanout Gate
Damaged or Missing
down by one maintenance
and is watertight.
person.
Chain/rod leading to gate is
Chain is in place and works as
missing or damaged.
designed.
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Table V-A.4: Maintenance Standards - Control Structure/Flow Restrictor
Maintenance
Defect
Condition When Maintenance
Results Expected When
Component
is Needed
Maintenance is Performed
Gate is rusted over 50% of its
Gate is repaired or replaced to
surface area.
meet design standards.
Control device is not working
Plate is in place and works as
Orifice Plate
Damaged or Missing
properly due to missing, out of
designed.
place, or bent orifice plate.
Obstructions
Any trash, debris, sediment, or
Plate is free of all obstructions and
vegetation blocking the plate.
works as designed.
Any trash or debris blocking (or
Pipe is free of all obstructions and
Overflow Pipe
Obstructions
having the potential of blocking)
works as designed.
the overflow pipe.
See Table V-A.3: Maintenance
See Table V-A.3: Maintenance
See Table V-A.3: Maintenance
Manhole
Standards - Closed Detention
Standards - Closed Detention
Standards - Closed Detention
Systems (Tanks/Vaults)
Systems (Tanks/Vaults)
Systems (Tanks/Vaults)
Catch Basin
See Table V-A.5: Maintenance
See Table V-A.5: Maintenance
See Table V-A.5: Maintenance
Standards - Catch Basins
Standards - Catch Basins
Standards - Catch Basins
Table V-A.S: Maintenance Standards - Catch Basins
Maintenance
Results Expected When
Component
Defect
Conditions When Maintenance is Needed
Maintenance is
performed
Trash or debris which is located immediately in front of
the catch basin opening or is blocking inletting capacity
of the basin by more than 10%.
No Trash or debris
located immediately in
Trash or debris (in the basin) that exceeds 60 percent of
front of catch basin or on
the sump depth as measured from the bottom of basin
grate opening.
to invert of the lowest pipe into or out of the basin, but in
no case less than a minimum of six inches clearance
No trash or debris in the
Trash & Debris
from the debris surface to the invert of the lowest pipe.
catch basin.
Trash or debris in any inlet or outlet pipe blocking more
Inlet and outlet pipes free
than 1/3 of its height.
of trash or debris.
Dead animals or vegetation that could generate odors
No dead animals or
that could cause complaints or dangerous gases (e.g.,
vegetation present within
General
methane).
the catch basin.
Sediment (in the basin) that exceeds 60 percent of the
sump depth as measured from the bottom of basin to
invert of the lowest pipe into or out of the basin, but in no
No sediment in the catch
Sediment
case less than a minimum of 6 inches clearance from
basin
the sediment surface to the invert of the lowest pipe.
Top slab is free of holes
Structure Damage
Top slab has holes larger than 2 square inches or
and cracks.
to Frame and/or
cracks wider than 1/4 inch. (Intent is to make sure no
Frame is sitting flush on
Top Slab
material is running into basin).
the riser rings or top slab
and firmly attached.
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Table V-A.S: Maintenance Standards - Catch Basins
Maintenance
Results Expected When
Component
Defect
Conditions When Maintenance is Needed
Maintenance is
performed
Frame not sitting flush on top slab, i.e., separation of
more than 3/4 inch of the frame from the top slab. Frame
not securely attached
Maintenance person judges that structure is unsound.
Basin replaced or
Fractures or
Grout fillet has separated or cracked wider than 1/2 inch
repaired to design
standards.
Cracks in Basin
and longer than 1 foot at the joint of any inlet/outlet pipe
Walls/ Bottom
or any evidence of soil particles entering catch basin
Pipe is regrouted and
through cracks.
secure at basin wall.
Settlement/
If failure of basin has created a safety, function, or
Basin replaced or
repaired to design
Misalignment
design problem.
standards.
Vegetation growing across and blocking more than 10%
No vegetation blocking
of the basin opening.
opening to basin.
Vegetation
Vegetation growing in inlet/outlet pipe joints that is more
No vegetation or root
than six inches tall and less than six inches apart.
growth present.
Contamination and
See Table V-A.1: Maintenance Standards - Detention
No pollution present.
Ponds
Pollution
Cover is missing or only partially in place. Any open
Cover/grate is in place,
Cover Not in Place
catch basin requires maintenance.
meets design standards,
and is secured
Locking
Mechanism cannot be opened by one maintenance
Mechanism opens with
Catch Basin
Mechanism Not
person with proper tools. Bolts into frame have less than
proper tools.
Cover
Working
1/2 inch of thread.
One maintenance person cannot remove lid after
Cover Difficult to
applying normal lifting pressure.
Cover can be removed by
Remove
(Intent is keep cover from sealing off access to
one maintenance person.
maintenance.)
Ladder is unsafe due to missing rungs, not securely
Ladder meets design
Ladder
Ladder Rungs
attached to basin wall, misalignment, rust, cracks, or
standards and allows
Unsafe
sharp edges.
maintenance person safe
access.
Grate opening
Grate with opening wider than 7/8 inch.
Grate opening meets
Unsafe
design standards.
Trash and Debris
Trash and debris that is blocking more than 20% of
Grate free of trash and
Metal Grates (If
grate surface inletting capacity.
debris.
Applicable)
Grate is in place, meets
Damaged or
Grate missing or broken member(s) of the grate.
the design standards, and
Missing.
is installed and aligned
with the flow path.
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