[TowerTalk] Digging a 5'x5'x7' hole in sandy soil

[ve4xt at mymts.net]

Seems to me the more important consideration is whether 5x5x7 is enough for your specific situation. 

Most such plans are counting on a certain firmness to the soil, rather than relying solely upon the size and weight of the base. 

So even if you could get the hole dug, the rebar installed and the concrete poured without a cave in, it might not be enough. 

Depending on the risk factors (if it will only damage itself, the risk is smaller, but if it could damage your home or a neighbour's home, your risk factor multiplies) you may need to have a PE design you a base appropriate for your sand. 

73, Kelly
ve4xt

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On Aug 13, 2013, at 17:58, jeffhook at comcast.net wrote:

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> I have a used US towers HDX 555 I'm installing . 
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> US tower sent me new anchor bolts and a print of foundation and it says undisturbed soil and forms can't be left in hole. 
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> I live in a sandy area and wonder how others have dug a 5x5x7 hole, installed reb ar cage, and filled with concrete, without it caving in? 
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> Thanks - Jeff  
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