An Introduction to Site Investigations for Foundation Design in Cold Regions

This publication provides introductory technical guidance for civil engineers, geotechnical engineers and other professional engineers and construction managers interested in site investigations for design and construction of foundations of buildings and structures in arctic and subarctic regions. Here is what is discussed: 1. GENERAL, 2. REMOTE SENSING AND GEOPHYSICAL INVESTIGATION, 3. DETAILED DIRECT INVESTIGATIONS, 4. SITE TECHNICAL DATA.