Installing Piezometer in Embankment
Pneumatic, VWP, VS, Hydraulic
1
Excavate main cable trench. Make a pit for each piezometer.
2
Saturate filter and piezometer. Form hole for piezometer with drill and mandrel. Push piezometer into
hole. Check that piezometer functions and take “zero” readings of VS & VWP piezometers.
3
Fill pit with bentonite pellets. Pour water onto pellets. Use enough water to ensure full hydration.
Place layer of selected fill in trench. Lay out tubing or cable as specified. Cover cable or tubing with
selected fill. Fill remainder of trench with stone-free material. Build water stops in trenches as speci-
fied. Terminate tubing or cable to prevent entry of water. Prove installation, take initial readings, then
hand over to client.
Piezometers
3-25
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