02817 - Clearing and Grubbing

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SECTION 02817 PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 SCOPE OF WORK A. B. 1.02 CLEARING AND GRUBBING A. Work specified in this Section consists of Clearing and Grubbing within areas specified in the Contract Documents or as directed by the Owner's representative. Work under this Section includes removal and disposal of all designated trees, palms, brush, stumps, grass, roots, and other such protruding objects. Also included is the removal and disposal of fencing, concrete curb, sidewalks, existing pavement, and debris not required to remain or to be salvaged that is necessary to prepare the area for the proposed improvements. Contractor shall notify all utility companies or utility owners (both public or private) of their intent to perform such work and shall coordinate field location of utility lines prior to commencement of construction. Other miscellaneous work considered necessary for the complete preparation of the overall project site is also included under this Section. Work includes, but is not limited to, the following: 1. Leveling and restoration of terrain outside the limits of construction for purposes of facilitating maintenance and other post- construction operations. 2. Trimming of certain trees and shrubs within project limits for utilization in subsequent landscaping of the project. 3. Plugging or sealing of culvert pipes or other structures to prevent erosion or collapse of adjacent soils. SPECIFICATIONS AND STANDARDS REFERENCE Where supplementary specifications or standards such as ASTM, AWWA, AASHTO, etc.are referenced, such references shall be latest edition. PART 2 - PRODUCTS - Not Used. PART 3 EXECUTION 3.01 A. B. 05/13 CLEARING AND GRUBBING Clearing and Grubbing shall consist of complete removal and disposal of all items stated in Article 1.01 which are not specified for removal under other items of the contract. Unless otherwise shown in the Plans or Contract Documents, Standard Clearing and Grubbing shall be done within the following areas: 1. All areas where any type of excavation is to be done. 2. All areas where any type of embankment will be constructed. 3. All areas where any type of pavement will be constructed. 4. Other areas designated in the Plans or by the Specifications. 02817-1 15-8083.2 C. Depths of Removal 1. In the areas listed below all roots and other debris shall be removed to a depth of at least one foot below ground surface.