Standard Construction Specifications Part 2 Abu Dhabi 【99% QUICK】

Feature: Standardized Construction Specifications for Abu Dhabi

3.3 Excavation (Clause 2.4)

Key technical challenge in Abu Dhabi:

• High groundwater table (often 0.5–2 m below grade).
• Sabkha layers: Extremely weak, salt-rich, collapsible when wet.

Interesting note: The specifications often mandate the "stricter" option. If the local code says one thing but the referenced British Standard says another, the specification will clarify which takes precedence (usually the one ensuring higher quality). standard construction specifications part 2 abu dhabi

Standard Drawings: Part 2 is often used in conjunction with TR-541-2 (Standard Drawing Guidelines), which provides the geometric and civil works drawings for transportation infrastructure. High groundwater table (often 0

Result: Mandatory excavation of 2.2km of road, removal of 12,000m³ of non-compliant sand, refill with 80/20 mix (aggregate/sand), and recompaction. Direct cost: 4.2 million AED. Schedule delay: 7 months. removal of 12