ABSTRACT
The key to successful design and construction of foundations in carbonate rock is the correct extrapolation of the borehole data to an interpretive subsurface model or profile. Once a correct interpretive subsurface model is developed, then feasible foundation options may be evaluated and difficult construction conditions may be anticipated. The first part of this paper presents guidelines for interpreting subsurface conditions from borehole information in carbonate rock. The second part of this paper presents a case history that illustrates the importance of a subsurface model in foundation design over carbonate rock.
