ITEM 651 TOPSOIL STOCKPILED
651.01
Description
651.02
Construction Requirements
651.03 Method
of Measurement
651.04 Basis of
Payment
651.01 Description. This work consists of
stripping topsoil from areas shown on the plans or from within the Right-of-Way
limits, transporting, and stockpiling topsoil at locations shown on the plans
or at locations selected by the Contractor with project approval.
651.02 Construction Requirements. Remove
all heavy grass, weeds, or other vegetation over the areas before
stripping. Keep the topsoil separate from other excavated
materials. Remove topsoil before beginning the regular excavation or
embankment work in the area. Strip the topsoil to the depth shown on the
plans or as directed by the Engineer.
651.03 Method of Measurement. The
Department will measure Topsoil Stockpiled by the number of cubic yards (cubic
meters) completed and accepted, measured from the removal areas.
651.04 Basis of Payment. The
Department will not pay for any removal of topsoil beyond the directed depth.
The
Department will pay for accepted quantities at the contract price as follows:
Item
Unit
Description
651
Cubic Yard
Topsoil Stockpiled
(Cubic Meter)