One aerial photograph, 200 mm x 250 mm (8" x 10"), black and white, depicting the
cemetery site and immediate surroundings shall also be provided. Provide
negatives for all the above photographs to VA.
Format: 210 mm x 297 mm*(8-1/2" x 11") narrative report with 297 mm x
420 mm*(11" x 17") fold-out graphics, as needed. Provide a large format drawing
that summarizes the site analysis as part of the Master Plan drawing set. Large
format drawings will meet the same requirements as topographic, utility and
landscape survey drawings.
(3) Geotechnical Soil Survey for Burials: The A/E will receive a detailed
specification for this survey in the Site Development Design Manual issued by VA
Office of Facilities Management. General requirements for the survey are provided
here. The A/E shall obtain a report of subsurface investigations to include seismic
data and geologic formations, analysis of soil fertility, organic content, and pH
measurement. Depths to rock, ground water, and the existence of aquifers and
perched water tables or springs and percolation locations will be identified. Soil
pits and borings shall be accomplished to a depth of 8 feet below existing grade or
to bedrock. Soil pits and/or borings shall be made in as many areas as the A/E
considers necessary and as VA approves in order to obtain a good understanding
of the soil and rock conditions of the site for double- or single-depth burial. Identify
rock strata and prepare a profile illustrating their depth below surface. Study the
depth of ground water during wet and dry periods.
Format: 210 mm x 297 mm*(8-1/2" x 11") narrative report with 297 mm x
420 mm*(11" x 17") fold out graphics, as needed. Drawings indicating locations of
borings and soil analysis shall be made part of the MP set. Large format drawings
will meet the same requirements as topographic, utility and landscape survey
drawings.
(4) The A/E shall prepare distinct, viable, alternative development studies
prior to this on-site workshop. The A/E should be prepared to discuss the design
process used in developing the various studies. For each study show the location
of proposed structures, interment areas, and design elements. Study subsurface
conditions for the suitability of burials in 1500 mm (five feet) single depth and 2100
mm (seven feet) double-depth gravesites. Show spot grades for critical areas,
proposed on-site roadways, parking areas, primary entrances and exits, and any
other site/building features. Indicate the primary access routes to and around the
site along with notations of any proposed future plans for roadway improvements,
traffic control signals, or other traffic circulation changes that might affect the existing
site and proposed planning. Indicate proposed land utilization for the entire site,
pedestrian and vehicular circulation, utility systems, ecological requirements,
planting concepts, grading, phasing with narrative, and estimates.
Format: A/E choice of sketch-type materials and size.
Program Guide, PG-18-15, Volume D
June 1999
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