Substructure. Pier and or abutment dimensions must accommodate future track(s) and Access Road per Section 4.1.3 and 4.1.4. Footings for all substructures shall be located and designed to allow a minimum of 12 feet measured perpendicular from centerline of nearest active track to face of shoring to facilitate footing construction. Temporary shoring shall be designed per Section 4.4.2. Cross-hole Sonic Log (CSL) Testing may be required by the Railroad to evaluate the integrity of drilled shafts/caissons. The Plans and Specifications shall include provisions for this testing. Drilled shafts within the influence of track surcharge shall be designed with temporary casing for protection against cave-in, subsidence and or displacement of surrounding ground. Casing shall be designed for live load due to the Railroad surcharge in addition to all other applicable loads. Drilled shafts shall be designed to allow the drilling operation to proceed without impacting the Railroad operation.
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Sources: Railroad Right of Way Agreement, Railroad Right of Way Agreement