CSE - Category II - Programming/Design

Question 1

Name four federal agencies that may be involved in the approval process for a wetlands project?

Answer 1

1. U.S. Fish & Wildlife Services
2. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
3. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
4. National Resources Conservations Service

Question 2

Topographical conditions

Answer 2

• Grading
• Vehicular access
• Utilities access
• Site Features
• Bodies of water
• Views

Question 3

Hydrological conditions

Answer 3

• Water table
• Site drainage
• Movement of water through site
• Foundation design

Question 4

Geological Conditions

Answer 4

• Soil Types

- Foundation Types

Question 5

Soil Types

Answer 5

• Expansive / clay: low bearing capacity

- Bedrock: stable, high bearing

Question 6

Foundation Types

Answer 6

• Typical footings & stem walls (stable soils, bedrock)
• Mat foundations (expansive soil, high water table)
• Piles and grade beams (expansive soil, high water table)

Question 7

5 main Climatic Conditions

Answer 7

1. Temperature
2. Humidity
3. rainfall
4. Wind
5. Snowfall