ASTM D 6917 Standard Guide for Selection of Test Methods for Prefabricated Vertical Drains (PVD)

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ASTM D 6917 Document Information:

Title
Standard Guide for Selection of Test Methods for Prefabricated Vertical Drains (PVD)

ASTM International

Publication Date:
Jun 10, 2003

Scope:

This guide provides recommendations for the selection of appropriate test methods for prefabricated vertical geocomposite drains (sometimes referred to as Wick Drains) used in geotechnical engineering applications to provide consistency in data reporting.

This guide includes test methods for all types of prefabricated geocomposite drains manufactured in a plant and consisting of a polymeric core structure with a synthetic fabric (geotextile) jacket for filtration.

This guide is intended to aid all personnel involved in the selection, manufacture, installation, or evaluation of prefabricated vertical drains.

This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

Keywords:

geocomposite

geosynthetic

geotextile

permittivity

prefabricated vertical drain

transmissivity

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