(A) In areas where embankment is to be placed, the material shall be properly compacted upon to subgrade elevation. In the case of cut section, the subgrade shall be cleared of all unsuitable material, including, but not limited to, vegetation, tree stumps and roots, trash, debris, soft spongy soil and the like for a minimum depth of 18 inches below subgrade elevation.
(B) All replaced material shall be compacted to a density of not less than 95% of the maximum density, as defined.
(C) The upper 12 inches of the entire length of subgrade (cut or fill) shall be lime subsidized in accordance with the provisions in the Standard Specifications, as defined, and shall be compacted to at least 95% of maximum standard lab density.
(Prior Code, § 19-306) (Ord. 1700, passed 3-17-2014) Penalty, see § 153.999