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Home My WebLink About013 7-24 to 9-4 �� EN�INEERIIVG C�NSIJLTFINTS July 24 2009 Job Name: Materials Testing, Ritz Carlton Residences, Vail, Colorado Job Number: 08-6502 Vail Resorts Development Company 953 S. Frontage Rd. West, Suite 215 Vail, Colorado 81657 Attn: Mr. Cody O' Kelly, As requested, a GROUND Engineering Consultants representative was present to perform materials testing. We observed reinforcing steel placed by J.D. Steel for shear wall #5 on the west side of Level 6. We observed that J.D. Steel had corrected the discrepancies listed on 7/23/2009 report. The reinforcing steel appeared to be placed in general accordance with the project plans and specifications. Eric with PCL was informed of our observations. Upon our return in the afternoon, we were informed by Eric with PCL that the reinforcing steel and drilled holes would not be ready today and that he would reschedule for a later date. Sincerely, GROUND Engineering Consultants, Inc. Kevin McClure Field Representative South Metro Office North Metro Office Gypsum Office 41 Inverness Drive East 7393 Dahlia Street, P.O. Box 464 Englewood,CO 80112-5412 Commerce City,CO 80022-1834 Gypsum,CO 81637 Tel:(303)289 1989 TeI:(303)289 1989 Tel:(970)524 0720 Fax: (303)289 1686 Fax:(303)289 6742 Fax:(970)524 0721 �� EN�INEERIIVG C�NSIJLTFINTS July 27, 2009 Job Name: Materials Testing, Ritz Carlton Residences, Vail, Colorado Job Number: 08-6502 Vail Resorts Development Company 953 S. Frontage Rd. West, Suite 215 Vail, Colorado 81657 Attn: Mr. Cody O' Kelly, As requested, a GROUND Engineering Consultants representative was present to perform materials testing. We observed reinforcing steel placed by J.D. Steel for Shear Wall #3 on Level 6. We observed the reinforcing steel for bar size, spacing, clearances, and lap splices. The reinforcing steel appeared to be placed in general accordance with the project plans and specifications. Additionally, we observed holes drilled by PCL into the existing slab on the Upper Basement Level at Gridlines (HHH-QQQ)-(1.2-1.5). PCL utilized a wire brush and a shop vac to clean the holes. We observed the holes for depth, diameter, and the overall cleanliness. The holes appeared to be in general accordance with project plans and specifications of 6 3/4" deep for a #6 bar using Hilty HY150 epoxy. Eric with PCL was informed of our observations. We collected previously cast concrete cylinders and transported them to our laboratory for future compressive strength testing; results will be forwarded upon completion. Sincerely, GROUND Engineering Consultants, Inc. Kevin McClure Field Representative South Metro Office North Metro Office Gypsum Office 41 Inverness Drive East 7393 Dahlia Street, P.O. Box 464 Englewood,CO 80112-5412 Commerce City,CO 80022-1834 Gypsum,CO 81637 Tel:(303)289 1989 TeI:(303)289 1989 Tel:(970)524 0720 Fax: (303)289 1686 Fax:(303)289 6742 Fax:(970)524 0721 �� EN�INEERIIVG C�NSIJLTFINTS July 28 2009 Job Name: Materials Testing, Ritz Carlton Residences, Vail, Colorado Job Number: 08-6502 Vail Resorts Development Company 953 S. Frontage Rd. West, Suite 215 Vail, Colorado 81657 Attn: Mr. Cody O' Kelly, As requested, a GROUND Engineering Consultants representative was present to perform materials testing. Upon our arrival, we were informed by Eric with PCL that the reinforcing steel and drilled holes would not be ready today and that he would reschedule for a later date. Sincerely, GROUND Engineering Consultants, Inc. Kevin McClure Field Representative South Metro Office North Metro Office Gypsum Office 41 Inverness Drive East 7393 Dahlia Street, P.O. Box 464 Englewood,CO 80112-5412 Commerce City,CO 80022-1834 Gypsum,CO 81637 Tei:(303)289 1989 TeI:(303)289 1989 Tel:(970)524 0720 Fax: (303)289 1686 Fax:(303)289 6742 Fax:(970)524 0721 �� EN�INEERIIVG C�NSIJLTFINTS July 29, 2009 Job Name: Materials Testing, Ritz Carlton Residences, Vail, Colorado Job Number: 08-6502 Vail Resorts Development Company 953 S. Frontage Rd. West, Suite 215 Vail, Colorado 81657 Attn: Mr. Cody O' Kelly, As requested, a GROUND Engineering Consultants representative was present to perform materials testing. We observed holes drilled by PCL into the existing slab on the Terrace Level at Gridlines RRR-25. PCL utilized a wire brush and a shop vac to clean the holes. We observed the holes for depth, diameter, and the overall cleanliness. The holes appeared to be in general accordance with the project plans and specifications of 5 5/8" deep for#5 bars using Hilty HY150 epoxy. In addition, we observed reinforcing steel placed by PCL for the site wall on the Terrace level at Gridlines (QQQ-UUU)-(23.5-26). We observed the reinforcing steel for bar size, spacing, clearances, and lap splices. The reinforcing steel appeared to be placed in general accordance with the project plans and specifications. Jeff with PCL was informed of our observations. Sincerely, GROUND Engineering Consultants, Inc. Kevin McClure Field Representative South Metro Office North Metro Office Gypsum Office 41 Inverness Drive East 7393 Dahlia Street, P.O. Box 464 Englewood,CO 80112-5412 Commerce City,CO 80022-1834 Gypsum,CO 81637 Tel:(303)289 1989 TeI:(303)289 1989 Tel:(970)524 0720 Fax: (303)289 1686 Fax:(303)289 6742 Fax:(970)524 0721 �� EN�INEERIIVG C�NSIJLTFINTS July 31, 2009 Job Name: Materials Testing, Ritz Carlton Residences, Vail, Colorado Job Number: 08-6502 Vail Resorts Development Company 953 S. Frontage Rd. West, Suite 215 Vail, Colorado 81657 Attn: Mr. Cody O' Kelly, As requested, a GROUND Engineering Consultants representative was present to perform materials testing. We observed reinforcing steel placed by J.D. Steel for shear wall #3 on Level 7. We observed the reinforcing steel for bar size, spacing, ciearances, and lap splices. The reinforcing steel appeared to be placed in general accordance with the project plans and specifications. Eric with PCL was informed of our observations. In addition, Miguel with WVC informed us that they would not be ready for any backfill testing until approximately 2:00 pm. Upon our return in the afternoon Miguel with WVC informed us that would not be ready for any backfill testing today. Upon our afternoon return Eric with PCL informed us that the concrete and drilled holes observation was cancelled today and that he would reschedule for a later date. Sincerely, GROUND Engineering Consultants, Inc. Kevin McClure Field Representative South Metro Office North Metro Office Gypsum Office 41 Inverness Drive East 7393 Dahlia Street, P.O. Box 464 Englewood,CO 80112-5412 Commerce City,CO 80022-1834 Gypsum,CO 81637 Tel:(303)289 1989 TeI:(303)289 1989 Tel:(970)524 0720 Fax: (303)289 1686 Fax:(303)289 6742 Fax:(970)524 0721 �� EN�INEERIIVG C�NSIJLTFINTS August 3, 2009 Job Name: Materials Testing, Ritz Carlton Residences, Vail, Colorado Job Number: 08-6502 Vail Resorts Development Company 953 S. Frontage Rd. West, Suite 215 Vail, Colorado 81657 Attn: Mr. Cody O' Kelly, As requested, a GROUND Engineering Consultants representative was present to perform materials testing. We observed reinforcing steel placed by J.D. Steel for footers at Gridlines (J.6-Q)-(16.5-20). We observed the reinforcing steel for bar size, spacing, clearances, and lap splices. The reinforcing steel appeared to be placed in general accordance with the project plans and specifications. Eric with PCL was informed of our observations. In addition, upon our arrival Eric with PCL informed us that the drilled holes on the Upper Basement Level would not be ready today. Sincerely, GROUND Engineering Consultants, Inc. Kevin McClure Field Representative South Metro Office North Metro Office Gypsum Office 41 Inverness Drive East 7393 Dahlia Street, P.O. Box 464 Englewood,CO 80112-5412 Commerce City,CO 80022-1834 Gypsum,CO 81637 Tel:(303)289 1989 TeI:(303)289 1989 Tel:(970)524 0720 Fax: (303)289 1686 Fax:(303)289 6742 Fax:(970)524 0721 �� EN�INEERIIVG C�NSIJLTFINTS August 4, 2009 Job Name: Materials Testing, Ritz Carlton Residences, Vail, Colorado Job Number: 08-6502 Vail Resorts Development Company 953 S. Frontage Rd. West, Suite 215 Vail, Colorado 81657 Attn: Mr. Cody O' Kelly, As requested, a GROUND Engineering Consultants representative was present to perform materials testing. We observed reinforcing steel and post tension tendons placed by J.D. Steel for Level 7, Pour 1. We observed the reinforcing steel for bar size, spacing clearances, and lap splices. We observed the post tension tendons for quantity, profile heights, back up bars, bursting steel, and the overall condition of the tendons. The reinforcing steel and post tension tendons appeared to be placed in general accordance with the project plans and specifications. Eric with PCL was informed of our observations. In addition we observed holes drilled by PCL into the existing slab on the Upper Basement Level at Gridlines BBB-2 and on Level 1, Unit #129 balcony. PCL utilized a wire brush and a shop vac to clean the holes. We observed the holes for depth, diameter, and the overall cleanliness. The holes appeared to be in general accordance with the project plans and specifications of at least 4" deep for #6 bars using Hilty RE500 epoxy. Eric with PCL was informed of our observations. Sincerely, GROUND Engineering Consultants, Inc. Kevin McClure Field Representative South Metro Office North Metro Office Gypsum Office 41 Inverness Drive East 7393 Dahlia Street, P.O. Box 464 Englewood,CO 80112-5412 Commerce City,CO 80022-1834 Gypsum,CO 81637 Tel:(303)289 1989 TeI:(303)289 1989 Tel:(970)524 0720 Fax: (303)289 1686 Fax:(303)289 6742 Fax:(970)524 0721 �� EN�INEERIIVG C�NSIJLTFINTS August 5, 2009 Job Name: Materials Testing, Ritz Carlton Residences, Vail, Colorado Job Number: 08-6502 Vail Resorts Development Company 953 S. Frontage Rd. West, Suite 215 Vail, Colorado 81657 Attn: Mr. Cody O' Kelly, As requested, a GROUND Engineering Consultants representative was present to perform materials testing. We observed reinforcing steel placed by J.D. Steel for site walls on the Terrace Level at Gridlines HHH.5-23.5. We observed the reinforcing steel for bar size, spacing, clearances, and lap spiices. The reinforcing steel appeared to be placed in general accordance with the project plans and specifications. Eric with PCL was informed of our observations. Additionally, Eric with PCL informed us that the drilled holes would not be ready today. Sincerely, GROUND Engineering Consultants, Inc. Kevin McClure Field Representative South Metro Office North Metro Office Gypsum Office 41 Inverness Drive East 7393 Dahlia Street, P.O. Box 464 Englewood,CO 80112-5412 Commerce City,CO 80022-1834 Gypsum,CO 81637 Tei:(303)289 1989 TeI:(303)289 1989 Tel:(970)524 0720 Fax: (303)289 1686 Fax:(303)289 6742 Fax:(970)524 0721 �� EN�INEERIIVG C�NSIJLTFINTS August 6, 2009 Job Name: Materials Testing, Ritz Carlton Residences, Vail, Colorado Job Number: 08-6502 Vail Resorts Development Company 953 S. Frontage Rd. West, Suite 215 Vail, Colorado 81657 Attn: Mr. Cody O' Kelly, As requested, a GROUND Engineering Consultants representative was present to perform materials testing. We observed holes drilled by PCL on the Upper Basement Level at Gridlines GGG.8-1.4. PCL utilized a wire brush and a shop vacuum to clean the holes. We observed the holes for depth, diameter, and the overall cleanliness. The holes appeared to be in general accordance with the project plans and specifications of at least 4" deep for #6 bars using Hilty RE500 epoxy. Andy with PCL was informed of our observations. Sincerely, GROUND Engineering Consultants, Inc. Kevin McClure Field Representative South Metro Office North Metro Office Gypsum Office 41 Inverness Drive East 7393 Dahlia Street, P.O. Box 464 Englewood,CO 80112-5412 Commerce City,CO 80022-1834 Gypsum,CO 81637 Tel:(303)289 1989 TeI:(303)289 1989 Tel:(970)524 0720 Fax: (303)289 1686 Fax:(303)289 6742 Fax:(970)524 0721 �� EN�INEERIIVG C�NSIJLTFINTS August 7, 2009 Job Name: Materials Testing, Ritz Carlton Residences, Vail, Colorado Job Number: 08-6502 Vail Resorts Development Company 953 S. Frontage Rd. West, Suite 215 Vail, Colorado 81657 Attn: Mr. Cody O' Kelly, As requested, a GROUND Engineering Consultants representative was present to perform materials testing. We observed reinforcing steel placed by J.D. Steel for a shear wall #1 top slab, retaining wall at Gridlines J.6-20 to Q-16.5 and for pump core block outs on Levels 2-6 at Gridlines U-36. We observed the reinforcing steel for bar size, spacing, clearances, and lap splices. The reinforcing steel appeared to be placed in general accordance with the project plans and specifications. Andy with PCL was informed of our observations. Sincerely, GROUND Engineering Consultants, Inc. Kevin McClure Field Representative South Metro Office North Metro Office Gypsum Office 41 Inverness Drive East 7393 Dahlia Street, P.O. Box 464 Englewood,CO 80112-5412 Commerce City,CO 80022-1834 Gypsum,CO 81637 Tel:(303)289 1989 TeI:(303)289 1989 Tel:(970)524 0720 Fax: (303)289 1686 Fax:(303)289 6742 Fax:(970)524 0721 �� EN�INEERIIVG C�NSIJLTFINTS August 10, 2009 Job Name: Materials Testing, Ritz Carlton Residences, Vail, Colorado Job Number: 08-6502 Vail Resorts Development Company 953 S. Frontage Rd. West, Suite 215 Vail, Colorado 81657 Attn: Mr. Cody O' Kelly, As requested, a GROUND Engineering Consultants representative was present to perform materials testing. We observed J.D. steel stressing post tension tendons on Level 7, Pour 1. We observed gauge pressure, measured elongations, and observed J.D. Steel perform lift offs. See Ground Engineering Post Tension Tendon Elongations report for details. Sincerely, GROUND Engineering Consultants, Inc. Kevin McClure Field Representative South Metro Office North Metro Office Gypsum Office 41 Inverness Drive East 7393 Dahlia Street, P.O. Box 464 Englewood,CO 80112-5412 Commerce City,CO 80022-1834 Gypsum,CO 81637 Tel:(303)289 1989 TeI:(303)289 1989 Tel:(970)524 0720 Fax: (303)289 1686 Fax:(303)289 6742 Fax:(970)524 0721 �� EN�INEERIIVG C�NSIJLTFINTS August 10, 2009 Job Name: Materials Testing, Ritz Carlton Residences, Vail, Colorado Job Number: 08-6502 Vail Resorts Development Company 953 S. Frontage Rd. West, Suite 215 Vail, Colorado 81657 Attn: Mr. Cody O' Kelly, As requested, a GROUND Engineering Consultants representative was present to perform materials testing. We observed reinforcing steel placed by J.D. Steel for the west sidewalk. We observed the reinforcing steel for bar size, spacing, clearances, and lap splices. The reinforcing steel appeared to be placed in general accordance with the project plans and specifications. Upon our return in the afternoon, we observed the reinforcing steel placed by J.D. Steel for retaining wall footer at Gridlines Q-16.2 to NN-7. We observed the reinforcing steel for bar size, spacing, clearances, and lap splices. The reinforcing steel appeared to be placed in general accordance with the project plans and specifications. Additionally, we observed holes drilled by PCL on Level 1 at Gridlines (MM-RR)-46 and (JJ-TT)- (21-28). PCL utilized a wire brush and a vacuum to clean the holes. We observed these holes for depth, diameter, and overall cleanliness. The holes at Gridlines (MM-RR)-46 appeared to be in general accordance with the project plans and specifications of at least 3" deep for a #4 bar using Hilty RE500 epoxy. The holes at Gridlines (JJ-TT)-(21-28) appeared to be in general accordance with the project plans and specifications of at least 4 '/2" deep for#4 bars using Hilty HY150 epoxy. Grant with PCL was informed of our observations. Sincerely, GROUND Engineering Consultants, Inc. Kevin McClure Field Representative South Metro Office North Metro Office Gypsum Office 41 Inverness Drive East 7393 Dahlia Street, P.O. Box 464 Englewood,CO 80112-5412 Commerce City,CO 80022-1834 Gypsum,CO 81637 Tel:(303)289 1989 TeI:(303)289 1989 Tel:(970)524 0720 Fax: (303)289 1686 Fax:(303)289 6742 Fax:(970)524 0721 �� EN�INEERIIVG C�NSIJLTFINTS August 11, 2009 Job Name: Materials Testing, Ritz Carlton Residences, Vail, Colorado Job Number: 08-6502 Vail Resorts Development Company 953 S. Frontage Rd. West, Suite 215 Vail, Colorado 81657 Attn: Mr. Cody O' Kelly, As requested, a GROUND Engineering Consultants representative was present to perform materials testing. We observed reinforcing steel placed by J.D. Steel for a beam inside of the shear wall #5 on Level 2. We observed the reinforcing stee� for bar size, spacing, clearances, and lap splices. The reinforcing steel appeared to be placed in general accordance with the site specifications. Jeff with PCL was informed of our observations. We also picked up previously cast concrete cylinders and transported them to our laboratory for future compressive strength testing; results will be forwarded upon completion. Sincerely, GROUND Engineering Consultants, Inc. Kevin McClure Field Representative South Metro Office North Metro Office Gypsum Office 41 Inverness Drive East 7393 Dahlia Street, P.O. Box 464 Englewood,CO 80112-5412 Commerce City,CO 80022-1834 Gypsum,CO 81637 Tel:(303)289 1989 TeI:(303)289 1989 Tel:(970)524 0720 Fax: (303)289 1686 Fax:(303)289 6742 Fax:(970)524 0721 �� EN�INEERIIVG C�NSIJLTFINTS August 12, 2009 Job Name: Materials Testing, Ritz Carlton Residences, Vail, Colorado Job Number: 08-6502 Vail Resorts Development Company 953 S. Frontage Rd. West, Suite 215 Vail, Colorado 81657 Attn: Mr. Cody O' Kelly, As requested, a GROUND Engineering Consultants representative was present to perform materials testing. We observed reinforcing steel placed by J.D. Steel for the retaining wall at Gridlines Q-16.2 to NN-7. We observed the reinforcing steel for bar size, spacing, clearances, and lap splices. The reinforcing steel appeared to be placed in general accordance with the project plans and specifications. In addition, we observed holes drilled into the existing slab by PCL on Level 6 at Gridlines BBB- 65.5 and on the Terrace Level at Gridlines (EEE.8-JJJ)-23.4. PCL utilized a wire brush and a vacuum to clean the holes. We observed the holes for depth, diameter, and the overall cleanliness. The holes on Level 6 appeared to be in general accordance with the project plans and specifications of 4 '/2" deep for #4 bar using Hilty HY150 epoxy. The holes on Terrace Level appeared to be in general accordance with the project plans and specifications of 6 3/4" deep for#6 bar using Hilty HY150 epoxy. Jeff with PCL was informed of our observations. Sincerely, GROUND Engineering Consultants, Inc. Kevin McClure Field Representative South Metro Office North Metro Office Gypsum Office 41 Inverness Drive East 7393 Dahlia Street, P.O. Box 464 Englewood,CO 80112-5412 Commerce City,CO 80022-1834 Gypsum,CO 81637 Tel:(303)289 1989 TeI:(303)289 1989 Tel:(970)524 0720 Fax: (303)289 1686 Fax:(303)289 6742 Fax:(970)524 0721 �� EN�INEERIIVG C�NSIJLTFINTS August 13, 2009 Job Name: Materials Testing, Ritz Carlton Residences, Vail, Colorado Job Number: 08-6502 Vail Resorts Development Company 953 S. Frontage Rd. West, Suite 215 Vail, Colorado 81657 Attn: Mr. Cody O' Kelly, As requested, a GROUND Engineering Consultants representative was present to perform materials testing. We observed reinforcing steel and wire mesh placed by J.D. Steel for the slab on metal deck on Level 6 at Gridlines BBB-65.5 and on Level 5 at Gridlines (EEE-QQQ)-(6-20). We observed the reinforcing steel for bar size, spacing, clearances, and lap splices. We observed several missing bars at various locations throughout the Level 5 deck. We immediately notified Jeff with PCL and JD Steel of our observations. The reinforcing steel placed for the Level 6 deck appeared to be in general accordance with the project plans and specifications. The Level 5 deck will be re observed prior to concrete placement In addition, we observed holes drilled by PCL into the existing slab on Terrace Level at Gridlines (B.9-D)-(49-56), at U-35, and on the Upper Basement Level at U-35. We observed the holes for depth, diameter, and the overall cleanliness. We observed that holes in three locations had not been cleaned of debris. We immediately informed Jeff with PCL of our observations and he informed us that they would clean the holes again. Upon our return in the afternoon, the holes on the Terrace Level at Gridlines (B.9-D)-(49-56 appeared to be in general accordance with the project plans and specifications of 4" deep for#6 bars using Hilty RE500 epoxy and were cleaned of the debris. Jeff with PCL was informed of our observations. Sincerely, GROUND Engineering Consultants, Inc. Kevin McClure Field Representative South Metro Office North Metro Office Gypsum Office 41 Inverness Drive East 7393 Dahlia Street, P.O. Box 464 Englewood,CO 80112-5412 Commerce City,CO 80022-1834 Gypsum,CO 81637 Tel:(303)289 1989 TeI:(303)289 1989 Tel:(970)524 0720 Fax: (303)289 1686 Fax:(303)289 6742 Fax:(970)524 0721 �� EN�INEERIIVG C�NSIJLTFINTS August 14, 2009 Job Name: Materials Testing, Ritz Carlton Residences, Vail, Colorado Job Number: 08-6502 Vail Resorts Development Company 953 S. Frontage Rd. West, Suite 215 Vail, Colorado 81657 Attn: Mr. Cody O' Kelly, As requested, a GROUND Engineering Consultants representative was present to perform materials testing. We re-observed reinforcing steel and wire mesh placed by J.D. Steel for the slab on metal deck on Level 5, gridlines (EEE-QQQ)-(6-20). We observed that J.D. Steel had corrected all discrepancies noted on our 8-13-09 report. The reinforcing steel and wire mesh appear to be placed in general compliance with site specifications. Jeff with PCL was informed of our observations. In addition, we observed reinforcing steel placed by J.D. Steel for a beam inside shear wall #5 on level 3. We observed the reinforcing steel for bar size, spacing, clearance, and lap splicing. The reinforcing steel appears to be placed in general compliance with site specifications. Jeff with PCL was informed of our observations. Sincerely, GROUND Engineering Consultants, Inc. Kevin McClure Field Representative South Metro Office North Metro Office Gypsum Office 41 Inverness Drive East 7393 Dahlia Street, P.O. Box 464 Englewood,CO 80112-5412 Commerce City,CO 80022-1834 Gypsum,CO 81637 Tel:(303)289 1989 TeI:(303)289 1989 Tel:(970)524 0720 Fax: (303)289 1686 Fax:(303)289 6742 Fax:(970)524 0721 �� EN�INEERIIVG C�NSIJLTFINTS August 19, 2009 Job Name: Materials Testing, Ritz Carlton Residences, Vail, Colorado Job Number: 08-6502 Vail Resorts Development Company 953 S. Frontage Rd. West, Suite 215 Vail, Colorado 81657 Attn: Mr. Cody O' Kelly, As requested, a GROUND Engineering Consultants representative was on site to perform construction materials testing. We observed holes drilled by PCL into the existing slab on the Terrace Level at Gridlines S-29. PCL utilized a wire brush and a vacuum to clean the holes. We observed the holes for depth, diameter, and the overall cleanliness. The holes appeared to be in general accordance with the project plans and specifications of 4" depth for #6 bars using Hilty Re500 epoxy. Andy with PCL was informed of our observations. In addition, Andy with PCL informed us that the reinforcing steel observations scheduled for the slab on metal deck and slab extensions on the Terrace Level were the same areas that we had already observed on 8/14/2009. We observed the reinforcing steel placed for sidewalk curbs containing one #4 horizontal bar. We observed the reinforcing steel for bar size, spacing, clearances, and lap splices. The reinforcing steel appeared to be placed in general accordance with the project plans and specifications. Andy with PCL was informed of our observations. Sincerely, GROUND Engineering Consultants, Inc. Kevin McClure Field Representative South Metro Office North Metro Office Gypsum Office 41 Inverness Drive East 7393 Dahlia Street, P.O. Box 464 Englewood,CO 80112-5412 Commerce City,CO 80022-1834 Gypsum,CO 81637 Tel:(303)289 1989 TeI:(303)289 1989 Tel:(970)524 0720 Fax: (303)289 1686 Fax:(303)289 6742 Fax:(970)524 0721 �� EN�INEERIIVG C�NSIJLTFINTS August 20, 2009 Job Name: Materials Testing, Ritz Carlton Residences, Vail, Colorado Job Number: 08-6502 Vail Resorts Development Company 953 S. Frontage Rd. West, Suite 215 Vail, Colorado 81657 Attn: Mr. Cody O' Kelly, As requested, a GROUND Engineering Consultants representative was on site to perform construction materials testing. We observed reinforcing steel placed by PCL for the pool deck curbs on Level 1 at gridlines (JJ-UU)-(23-25). We observed the reinforcing steel for bar size, spacing, clearances, and lap splices. The reinforcing steel appeared to be placed in general accordance with the project plans and specifications. Andy with PCL was informed of our observations. Additionally, we observed holes drilled into the existing slab by PCL on the Terrace Level at Gridlines S-29 and on Level 1 at gridlines (LL-SS)-(27-28). PCL utilized a wire brush and a vacuum to clean the ho►es. We observed the holes for depth, diameter, and the overall cleanliness. The holes on the Terrace Level appeared to be in general accordance with the project plans and specifications of 4" depth for #6 bar using Hilty RE500 epoxy. The holes on Level 1 appeared to be in general accordance with the project plans and specifications of 3" depth for#4 bars using Hilty RE500 epoxy. Andy with PCL was informed of our observations. Sincerely, GROUND Engineering Consultants, Inc. Kevin McClure Field Representative South Metro Office North Metro Office Gypsum Office 41 Inverness Drive East 7393 Dahlia Street, P.O. Box 464 Englewood,CO 80112-5412 Commerce City,CO 80022-1834 Gypsum,CO 81637 Tel:(303)289 1989 TeI:(303)289 1989 Tel:(970)524 0720 Fax: (303)289 1686 Fax:(303)289 6742 Fax:(970)524 0721 �� EN�INEERIIVG C�NSIJLTFINTS August 21, 2009 Job Name: Materials Testing, Ritz Carlton Residences, Vail, Colorado Job Number: 08-6502 Vail Resorts Development Company 953 S. Frontage Rd. West, Suite 215 Vail, Colorado 81657 Attn: Mr. Cody O' Kelly, As requested, a GROUND Engineering Consultants representative was on site to perform construction materials testing. We observed reinforcing steel placed by PCL for the pool deck pedestals on Level 1. We observed the reinforcing steel for bar size, spacing, clearances, and lap splices. The reinforcing steel appeared to be placed in general accordance with the project plans and specifications. Andy with PCL was informed of our observations. Sincerely, GROUND Engineering Consultants, Inc. Kevin McClure Field Representative South Metro Office North Metro Office Gypsum Office 41 Inverness Drive East 7393 Dahlia Street, P.O. Box 464 Englewood,CO 80112-5412 Commerce City,CO 80022-1834 Gypsum,CO 81637 Tel:(303)289 1989 TeI:(303)289 1989 Tel:(970)524 0720 Fax: (303)289 1686 Fax:(303)289 6742 Fax:(970)524 0721 �� EN�INEERIIVG C�NSIJLTFINTS August 24, 2009 Job Name: Materials Testing, Ritz Carlton Residences, Vail, Colorado Job Number: 08-6502 Vail Resorts Development Company 953 S. Frontage Rd. West, Suite 215 Vail, Colorado 81657 Attn: Mr. Cody O' Kelly, As requested, a GROUND Engineering Consultants representative was on site to perform construction materials testing. We observed reinforcing steel placed by J.D. Steel for shear wall #5 beams on �evels 4, 5 & 6 and for shear wall #2 cap. We observed the reinforcing steel for bar size, spacing, clearances, and lap splices. The reinforcing steel appeared to be placed in general accordance with the project plans and specifications. Andy with PCL was informed of our observations. In addition, we observed J.D. Steel stressing repaired post tension tendons on Level 2 at gridlines UU-70. The first two tendons that J.D. Steel attempted to stress popped and lost pressure at 2500psi gauge pressure and the third tendon at 1500psi gauge pressure. We immediately informed Scott Keenan with PCL and he told J.D. Steel to stop stressing for today. Scott informed us that he would speak with KLG about the tendons. Sincerely, GROUND Engineering Consultants, Inc. Kevin McClure Field Representative South Metro Office North Metro Office Gypsum Office 41 Inverness Drive East 7393 Dahlia Street, P.O. Box 464 Englewood,CO 80112-5412 Commerce City,CO 80022-1834 Gypsum,CO 81637 Tel:(303)289 1989 TeI:(303)289 1989 Tel:(970)524 0720 Fax: (303)289 1686 Fax:(303)289 6742 Fax:(970)524 0721 �� EN�INEERIIVG C�NSIJLTFINTS August 25, 2009 Job Name: Materials Testing, Ritz Carlton Residences, Vail, Colorado Job Number: 08-6502 Vail Resorts Development Company 953 S. Frontage Rd. West, Suite 215 Vail, Colorado 81657 Attn: Mr. Cody O' Kelly, As requested, a GROUND Engineering Consultants representative was on site to perform construction materials testing. We observed reinforcing steel placed by PCL for curbs on Level 1 at Gridlines (SS-XX)-(24-26) and for pump core block outs on the Lower Garage Level, Upper Garage Level, and Terrace Level. We observed the reinforcing steel for bar size, spacing, clearances, and lap splices. We observed several #4 bars for the pump core block out on the Terrace Level that were spaced at 18" on center where the project plans and specifications call for #4 bar at 12" on center. We immediately notified Andy with PCL of our observations. PCL corrected the noted item, afterward, the reinforcing steel for the curbs on Level 1 and the pump core block outs on Lower Garage Level and Upper Garage Level appeared to be placed in general accordance with the project plans and specifications. Sincerely, GROUND Engineering Consultants, Inc. Kevin McClure Field Representative South Metro Office North Metro Office Gypsum Office 41 Inverness Drive East 7393 Dahlia Street, P.O. Box 464 Englewood,CO 80112-5412 Commerce City,CO 80022-1834 Gypsum,CO 81637 Tel:(303)289 1989 TeI:(303)289 1989 Tel:(970)524 0720 Fax: (303)289 1686 Fax:(303)289 6742 Fax:(970)524 0721 �� EN�INEERIIVG C�NSIJLTFINTS August 26, 2009 Job Name: Materials Testing, Ritz Carlton Residences, Vail, Colorado Job Number: 08-6502 Vail Resorts Development Company 953 S. Frontage Rd. West, Suite 215 Vail, Colorado 81657 Attn: Mr. Cody O' Kelly, As requested, a GROUND Engineering Consultants representative was on site to perform construction materials testing. We observed reinforcing steel placed by PCL for curbs on Level 1 at Gridlines ZZ.1-30.5 and at ZZ.1-40 and for pool wall at Gridlines AAA.5-34.5. We observed the reinforcing steel for bar size, spacing, clearances, and lap splices. The reinforcing steel appeared to be placed in general accordance with the project plans and specifications. Andy with PCL was informed of our observations. Sincerely, GROUND Engineering Consultants, Inc. Kevin McClure Field Representative South Metro Office North Metro Office Gypsum Office 41 Inverness Drive East 7393 Dahlia Street, P.O. Box 464 Englewood,CO 80112-5412 Commerce City,CO 80022-1834 Gypsum,CO 81637 Tei:(303)289 1989 TeI:(303)289 1989 Tel:(970)524 0720 Fax: (303)289 1686 Fax:(303)289 6742 Fax:(970)524 0721 �� EN�INEERIIVG C�NSIJLTFINTS August 27, 2009 Job Name: Materials Testing, Ritz Carlton Residences, Vail, Colorado Job Number: 08-6502 Vail Resorts Development Company 953 S. Frontage Rd. West, Suite 215 Vail, Colorado 81657 Attn: Mr. Cody O' Kelly, As requested, a GROUND Engineering Consultants representative was on site to perform construction materials testing. We observed reinforcing steel placed by PCL for the pump core block out on Level 1 at Gridlines U-35 and for the sloped stair slab from Terrace Level to Level 1 at Gridlines HHH-23.1. We observed the reinforcing steel for bar size, spacing, clearances, and lap splices. The reinforcing steel appeared to be placed in general accordance with the project plans and specifications. Andy with PCL was informed of our observations. In addition, we observed holes drilled by PCL into the existing slab on Level 1 for the pump core block out at gridlines U-35 and for the sloped stair slab from Terrace Level to Level 1 at Gridlines HHH-23.1. PCL utilized a wire brush and a shop vacuum to clean the holes. We observed the holes for specified depth, diameter, and the overall cleanliness of the holes. The holes for the pump core block out appeared to be in general accordance with the project plans and specifications of 4 '/2" depth for#4 bar using Hilty HY150 Epoxy. The holes for the stair slab appeared to be in general accordance with the project plans and specifications of 4 '/z" for #4 bar and 6 3/4" for #6 bar using Hilty HY150 Epoxy. Andy with PCL was informed of our observations. Sincerely, GROUND Engineering Consultants, Inc. Kevin McClure Field Representative South Metro Office North Metro Office Gypsum Office 41 Inverness Drive East 7393 Dahlia Street, P.O. Box 464 Englewood,CO 80112-5412 Commerce City,CO 80022-1834 Gypsum,CO 81637 Tel:(303)289 1989 TeI:(303)289 1989 Tel:(970)524 0720 Fax: (303)289 1686 Fax:(303)289 6742 Fax:(970)524 0721 �� EN�INEERIIVG C�NSIJLTFINTS August 28, 2009 Job Name: Materials Testing, Ritz Carlton Residences, Vail, Colorado Job Number: 08-6502 Vail Resorts Development Company 953 S. Frontage Rd. West, Suite 215 Vail, Colorado 81657 Attn: Mr. Cody O' Kelly, As requested, a GROUND Engineering Consultants representative was on site to perform construction materials testing. We observed reinforcing steel and wire mesh placed by PCL for shear wall #4 lid on Level 6 and for shear wa�l #5 beam on Level 6. We observed the reinforcing steel and wire mesh for bar size, spacing, clearances, and lap splices. The reinforcing steel and wire mesh appeared to be placed in general accordance with the project plans and specifications. Andy with PCL was informed of our observations. Sincerely, GROUND Engineering Consultants, Inc. Kevin McClure Field Representative South Metro Office North Metro Office Gypsum Office 41 Inverness Drive East 7393 Dahlia Street, P.O. Box 464 Englewood,CO 80112-5412 Commerce City,CO 80022-1834 Gypsum,CO 81637 Tel:(303)289 1989 TeI:(303)289 1989 Tel:(970)524 0720 Fax: (303)289 1686 Fax:(303)289 6742 Fax:(970)524 0721 �� EN�INEERIIVG C�NSIJLTFINTS August 31, 2009 Job Name: Materials Testing, Ritz Carlton Residences, Vail, Colorado Job Number: 08-6502 Vail Resorts Development Company 953 S. Frontage Rd. West, Suite 215 Vail, Colorado 81657 Attn: Mr. Cody O' Kelly, As requested, a GROUND Engineering Consultants representative was on site to perform construction materials testing. We observed drilled holes on the Lower Garage Level at Gridlines KNNN/61.5 and G/63.7. The holes were observed for depth, diameter, and the overall cleanliness. The holes appeared to be in general accordance with the project plans and specifications. Andy with PCL was informed. We also observed the reinforcing steel placed for Level 1 hot tub wall extensions and horizontal dowels from Gridlines BTT.9/31-38. We observed the reinforcing steel for bar size, spacing, lap length, and clearances. The drilled holes in this area had been filled with epoxy prior to our arrival. Other than the epoxied holes, the reinforcing steel appeared to be placed in general accordance with the project plans and specifications. Andy with PCL was informed. Sincerely, GROUND Engineering Consultants, Inc. Eric Mocko Field Representative South Metro Office North Metro Office Gypsum Office 41 Inverness Drive East 7393 Dahlia Street, P.O. Box 464 Englewood,CO 80112-5412 Commerce City,CO 80022-1834 Gypsum,CO 81637 Tel:(303)289 1989 TeI:(303)289 1989 Tel:(970)524 0720 Fax: (303)289 1686 Fax:(303)289 6742 Fax:(970)524 0721 �� EN�INEERIIVG C�NSIJLTFINTS September 1, 2009 Job Name: Materials Testing, Ritz Carlton Residences, Vail, Colorado Job Number: 08-6502 Vail Resorts Development Company 953 S. Frontage Rd. West, Suite 215 Vail, Colorado 81657 Attn: Mr. Cody O' Kelly, As requested, a GROUND Engineering Consultants representative was on site to perform construction materials testing. We observed JD Steel stressing the replacement #9 Orange White 3/8" tendon on Level 1 Pour 4. Gauge 24 was utilized and the tendon was stressed to the jacking pressure of 2996 psi. The recorded elongation was 5 3/4" with a specified elongation of 5 7/8". Several other areas where replacement tendons will be utilized were also observed, and will be stressed at a later date. Scott with PCL was informed of today's observations. Sincerely, GROUND Engineering Consultants, Inc. Eric Mocko Field Representative South Metro Office North Metro Office Gypsum Office 41 Inverness Drive East 7393 Dahlia Street, P.O. Box 464 Englewood,CO 80112-5412 Commerce City,CO 80022-1834 Gypsum,CO 81637 Tel:(303)289 1989 TeI:(303)289 1989 Tel:(970)524 0720 Fax: (303)289 1686 Fax:(303)289 6742 Fax:(970)524 0721 �� EN�INEERIIVG C�NSIJLTFINTS September 1, 2009 Job Name: Materials Testing, Ritz Carlton Residences, Vail, Colorado Job Number: 08-6502 Vail Resorts Development Company 953 S. Frontage Rd. West, Suite 215 Vail, Colorado 81657 Attn: Mr. Cody O' Kelly, As requested, a GROUND Engineering Consultants representative was on site to perform construction materials testing. We observed PCL drill holes for block-out fill in Unit 211, Level 2 at Gridlines T/24. PCL utilized a wire brush and a shop vacuum to clean the holes. We observed the holes for depth, diameter, and the overall cleanliness. The holes appeared to be in general accordance with the manufacturer's specifications for diameter and depth. Andy with PCL was informed of our observations. Sincerely, GROUND Engineering Consultants, Inc. Marvin Troxel Field Representative South Metro Office North Metro Office Gypsum Office 41 Inverness Drive East 7393 Dahlia Street, P.O. Box 464 Englewood,CO 80112-5412 Commerce City,CO 80022-1834 Gypsum,CO 81637 Tel:(303)289 1989 TeI:(303)289 1989 Tel:(970)524 0720 Fax: (303)289 1686 Fax:(303)289 6742 Fax:(970)524 0721 �� EN�INEERIIVG C�NSIJLTFINTS September 2, 2009 Job Name: Materials Testing, Ritz Carlton Residences, Vail, Colorado Job Number: 08-6502 Vail Resorts Development Company 953 S. Frontage Rd. West, Suite 215 Vail, Colorado 81657 Attn: Mr. Cody O' Kelly, As requested, a GROUND Engineering Consultants representative was on site to perform construction materials testing. We observed reinforcing steel placed by J.D. Steel for footer at gridlines HH-7 to TT.9-4.9 and for shear wall #3 lid on Level 6. We observed the reinforcing steel for bar size, spacing, clearances, and lap splices. We observed several missing #4 Z bend bars at the east end of the footer. We immediately informed Andy with PCL of our observations. The missing reinforcing steel was still not in place at the start of concrete placement. The reinforcing steel placed for the lid of shear wall #3 appeared to be in general accordance with the project plans and specifications. Andy with PCL was informed of our observations. In addition, we observed holes drilled by PCL into the existing slab on the Terrace Level at Gridlines DDD-(15-29.8) and into existing footer at Gridlines HH-7. PCL utilized a wire brush and shop vacuum to clean the holes. We observed the holes for depth, diameter, and overall cleanliness. We observed that the holes in the footer and on the Terrace Level contained excessive debris in them. We immediately informed Andy with PCL of our observations. The holes for the footer were still not properly cleaned at the start of concrete placement. Sincerely, GROUND Engineering Consultants, Inc. Kevin McClure Field Representative South Metro Office North Metro Office Gypsum Office 41 Inverness Drive East 7393 Dahlia Street, P.O. Box 464 Englewood,CO 80112-5412 Commerce City,CO 80022-1834 Gypsum,CO 81637 Tel:(303)289 1989 TeI:(303)289 1989 Tel:(970)524 0720 Fax: (303)289 1686 Fax:(303)289 6742 Fax:(970)524 0721 �� EN�INEERIIVG C�NSIJLTFINTS September 3, 2009 Job Name: Materials Testing, Ritz Carlton Residences, Vail, Colorado Job Number: 08-6502 Vail Resorts Development Company 953 S. Frontage Rd. West, Suite 215 Vail, Colorado 81657 Attn: Mr. Cody O' Kelly, As requested, a GROUND Engineering Consultants representative was on site to perform construction materials testing. We observed reinforcing steel placed by PCL for stairs on the Upper Basement Level at Gridlines 111.9-1.4. We observed the reinforcing steel for bar size, spacing, clearances, and lap splices. We observed several missing corner bars at the top of the stairs. We immediately informed Andy with PCL of our observations. PCL informed us that they would correct the discrepancies prior to concrete placement. We will re-observe the reinforcing steel prior to concrete placement. In addition, we observed holes drilled by PCL into the existing slab on the Terrace Level at Gridlines DDD-(15-29.8). PCL utilized a wire brush and shop vacuum to clean the holes. We observed the holes for depth, diameter, and overall cleanliness. The holes appeared to be in general accordance with the manufacturer's specifications. Andy with PCL was informed of our observations. Sincerely, GROUND Engineering Consultants, Inc. Kevin McClure Field Representative South Metro Office North Metro Office Gypsum Office 41 Inverness Drive East 7393 Dahlia Street, P.O. Box 464 Englewood,CO 80112-5412 Commerce City,CO 80022-1834 Gypsum,CO 81637 Tel:(303)289 1989 TeI:(303)289 1989 Tel:(970)524 0720 Fax: (303)289 1686 Fax:(303)289 6742 Fax:(970)524 0721 �� EN�INEERIIVG C�NSIJLTFINTS September 4, 2009 Job Name: Materials Testing, Ritz Carlton Residences, Vail, Colorado Job Number: 08-6502 Vail Resorts Development Company 953 S. Frontage Rd. West, Suite 215 Vail, Colorado 81657 Attn: Mr. Cody O' Kelly, As requested, a GROUND Engineering Consultants representative was on site to perform construction materials testing. Upon our arrival Miguel with WVC informed us that they would not be placing any backfill today. In addition, upon our return Andy with PCL informed us that the drilled holes scheduled for today were not ready and that he would reschedule for a later date. Sincerely, GROUND Engineering Consultants, Inc. Kevin McClure Field Representative South Metro Office North Metro Office Gypsum Office 41 Inverness Drive East 7393 Dahlia Street, P.O. Box 464 Englewood,CO 80112-5412 Commerce City,CO 80022-1834 Gypsum,CO 81637 Tel:(303)289 1989 TeI:(303)289 1989 Tel:(970)524 0720 Fax: (303)289 1686 Fax:(303)289 6742 Fax:(970)524 0721