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Home My WebLink About014 9-8 to 10-28 �� EN�INEERIIVG C�NSIJLTFINTS September 8, 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 J.D. Steel stressing 3/8" replacement post tension tendons #8 gold brown green uniform tendon on Level 1, tendon #1, 2, & 3 pink black uniform tendons on Level 2, and tendons #5 & 7 purple red uniform tendons on Level 2. We observed J.D. Steel stress the tendons to the calibrated jack pressure of 2996 p.s.i. and we measured the elongation of the tendons. The elongations are as follows: Level 1 gold brown green #8-9", Level 2 purple black#1-7 3/8", #2-7 7/8", #3-6 7/8", and Level 2 purple red #5-7 3/8, and #7-7 5/8. The elongations appeared to be in general accordance with the project plans and specifications. Scott Keenan 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 8, 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 re-observed reinforcing steel placed by PCL for the curbs on the pool deck at Gridlines (NNN-SSS.4)-(27-42). 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 September 9, 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 re-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 that PCL had corrected the reinforcing steel discrepancies listed on our 9/3/2009 report. The reinforcing steel 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 T-(34-35). 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 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 September 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 on site to perform construction materials testing. We observed reinforcing steel placed by PCL for stairs on the Terrace Level at Gridlines T-(34-35), for footers at Gridlines VV-1.5 to AAA-1.3 and at Gridlines UUU-16, and for a slab block out on Level 1 at Gridlines TT.9-8.5. We observed the reinforcing steel for bar size, spacing, clearances, and lap splices. The reinforcing steel appeared to be placed in general accordance with he project plans and specifications. Andy with PCL was informed of our observations. In addition, we observed holes drilled by PCL into the existing site wall on the pool deck at Gridlines XX-26. 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 project plans and specifications. Andy with PCL was informed of our observations. In addition, we observed that PCL had previously drilled and epoxied reinforcing steel for a block out fill on Level 1 at Gridlines TT.9-8.5. We did not observe the holes for depth, diameter, or cleanliness prior to the placement of epoxy. We immediately notified Andy with PCL 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 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 on site to perform construction materials testing. We observed reinforcing steel placed by PCL for stem wall at Gridlines VV-1.5 to AAA-1.3, footer at Gridlines UUU-(1.5-6), and for site wall on Level 1 at Gridlines XX-26. We observed the reinforcing steel for bar size, spacing, clearances, and lap splices. The reinforcing steel appeared to be in general accordance with he 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 pool deck at Gridlines RRR-47.4. 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 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 September 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 on site to perform construction materials testing. We observed that S2M had previously drilled and epoxied reinforcing steel into the existing slab on grade at the southeast section of the Marriot Alley Turn Around. We did not observe the holes for depth, diameter, or cleanliness prior to the placement of the epoxy. We immediately informed Andy and Thrall with PCL of our observations. Thrall with PCL informed us that they would be placing the concrete with the reinforcing steel as is. 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 September 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 on site to perform construction materials testing. We observed reinforcing steel placed by PCL for the Stem Walls at Gridlines UUU/16 and UUU/1.5/6. We observed the reinforcing steel for bar size, spacing, clearance, 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 by PCL for a slab block out on Level 1 at Gridlines TT.9/8.5 where PCL had removed the previously drilled and epoxied reinforcing steel from 9/10/2009 report. PCL utilized a wire brush and a 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 project plans and specifications of 3 '/2" deep for #5 bar using Hilty RE500 epoxy. Andy 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 September 15, 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 Andy with PCL informed us that the reinforcing steel scheduled for this morning was for the site walls that we observed on 9/14/2009. Additionally, we observed holes drilled into the existing pre-cast wall at Gridlines B-F/26. PCL utilized a wire brush and an air compressor 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 3 '/z" deep for#5 bar 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 September 16, 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 a footer at Gridlines UUU/20.5-23 and for the air shaft beams at Gridlines A.5-F/26-27.5. We observed the reinforcing steel for bar size, spacing, clearances, and lap splices. We observed missing top bars at various locations on the air shaft beams. We observed that the #6 short bars for the footer were spaced at 12" on center where the plans call for #6 short bars spaced at 10" on center. We immediately informed Andy with PCL of our observation and he informed us that J.D. Steel would correct any discrepancies and that he would schedule a re-observation for a later date. Additionally, Andy with PCL informed us that the drilled hole observations was cancelled 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 September 17, 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 re-observed reinforcing steel placed by J.D. Steel for air shaft beams at Gridlines A-F/25-27.5. We observed that J.D. Steel had corrected the discrepancies listed on 9/16/2009 report. The reinforcing steel for the air shaft appeared to be placed in general accordance with the project plans and specifications. In addition, we observed PCL had previously placed concrete for the footers at Gridlines UUU/21-23. We did not re-observe the reinforcing steel discrepancies listed noted on 9/16/2009 prior to the concrete placement. Andy with PCL was informed of our observations. We also picked up concrete cylinders cast on 9/16/2009. We observed that the cure box had been moved and that two of the cylinders had fallen over. 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 18, 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 site walls at Gridlines UUU/21-23. 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 7 at Gridlines RG- RJ/R9-R11. 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 3" deep for #4 bar 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 September 22, 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 footer 10' north of Gridline A between Gridlines 24-26. We observed the reinforcing steel for bar size, spacing, clearances, lap splices. We observed several missing corner bars at the east end of the footer as well as missing Z bars at the west end of the footer. We immediately informed Andy with PCL of our observations and PCL installed the missing reinforcing steel. The reinforcing steel then 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 September 23, 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 existing footer approximately 10' north of Gridlines A between Gridlines 24-26 for footer extension and on Level 1 at Gridlines SSS.3/25.8-43. PCL utilized a wire brush and an air compressor to clean the holes. We observed the holes for depth, diameter, and the overall cleanliness. The holes for the footer appeared to be in general accordance with the project plans and specifications of 6 3/4" deep for #6 bar using Hilty HY150 epoxy. The holes on Level 1 also appeared to be in general accordance with the project plans and specifications of 3 '/2" deep for#5 bar using Hilty RE500 epoxy. Andy 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 September 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 PCL for the stem wall approximately 10' north of Gridlines A between Gridlines 24-30. 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 September 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 placed by PCL for slab on grade at Gridlines VV-ZZ/1.3-1.5. 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. In addition, we observed holes drilled by PCL into the existing slab on the Terrace Level at Gridlines UUU/1.5-6, UUU/7-10, and UUU/15-17. PCL utilized a shop vacuum to clean the holes. We observed the holes for depth, diameter, and the overall cleanliness. We observed excessive debris throughout all the holes. We immediately informed Andy with PCL and he informed us that they would clean the holes again and schedule a re-observation 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 September 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 on site to perform construction materials testing. We re-observed holes drilled by PCL into the existing slab on the Terrace Level at Gridlines UUU/7-10. PCL utilized a wire brush and an air compressor 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 '/2" deep for #4 bar using Hilty HY150 epoxy. Additionally, we observed the reinforcing steel placed for the balcony slab on the Terrace Level at Gridlines UUU/7-10. We observed the reinforcing steel for bar size, spacing, clearances, and lap splices. We observed several top and bottom mat bars missing as well as all the beam bars missing. We immediately informed Andy with PCL of our observations and he informed us that they would correct any discrepancies and schedule a re-observation for a later date. Upon our return Andy with PCL informed us that the concrete pour had been cancelled 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 September 30, 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 re-observed holes drilled by PCL into the existing slab on the Terrace Level at Gridlines UUU.O/1.5-6, RE.O/R6.0-R7.0. PCL utilized a wire brush, and an air compressor to clean the holes. We observed holes for depth, diameter, and the overall cleanliness. The holes appeared to be in general accordance with the project plans and specifications of 4 1/2" deep for the #4 bar using Hilty HY150 epoxy. In addition, we re-observed the reinforcing steel placed by PCL for the balcony slab at Gridlines UUU.O/7.0-10.0 on the Terrace Level. We observed missing top and bottom bars and beams bars on the east and west ends of the slab. We immediately informed Andy with PCL of our observations and he informed us that they would correct any discrepancies and schedule another observation for later date. We also observed the reinforcing steel for the balcony slabs on the Terrace Level at Gridlines UUU.O/1.5-6.0 and RE.O/R6.0-R7.0. We observed the reinforcing steel for bar size, spacing, clearances, and lap splices. The reinforcing steel appeared to be 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 October 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 re-observed reinforcing steel placed by PCL for the balcony slab on the Terrace Level at Gridlines UUU.O/7.0-10.0. We observed the reinforcing steel for bar size, spacing, clearances, and lap splices. We observed that PCL had corrected the discrepancies listed on 9/30/2009 report. 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 October 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 re-observed holes drilled by PCL for the balcony slab at Gridlines UUU.O/15.0-17.0. PCL utilized a wire brush and an air compressor 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 '/2" deep for #4 bars using Hilty HY150 epoxy. In addition, we observed holes drilled by PCL for the balcony slab on the Terrace Level at Gridlines UUU.O/1.3-1.4 and on Level 1 at Gridlines ZZ.O-AAA.2/31.0-38.0. PCL utilized a wire brush and an air compressor to clean the holes. 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 1/2" deep for #4 bars using Hilty HY150 epoxy. The holes on Level 1 appeared to be in general accordance with the project plans and specifications of 3 '/2" deep for#5 bars using Hilty RE500 epoxy. Additionally, we observed reinforcing steel placed by PCL for the balcony slabs on the Terrace Level at Gridlines UUU.O/1.3-1.4 and UUU.O/15.0-17.0. 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 October 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 on site to perform construction materials testing. We observed the reinforcing steel placed by PCL for the Pool Walls between Gridlines ZZ.O-AAA.2/31.0-38.0. 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 Miguel with WVC informed us that they would not be ready for any backfill testing until the afternoon. Upon our return Miguel with WVC informed us that they were still not ready for backfill testing 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 October 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 on site to perform construction materials testing. We observed reinforcing steel placed by PCL for a continuous curb around Level 7, pour 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 site 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 October 8, 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 into the existing slab on the Terrace Level at Gridlines AAA.2-GGG.9/71.0. 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 site specifications of 4 '/2" deep for#4 bars using Hilty HY150 epoxy. In addition, we observed reinforcing steel placed by PCL for slab extension on the Terrace Level at Gridlines AAA.2-GGG.9/71.0. We observed the reinforcing steel for bar size, spacing, clearances, and lap splices. The reinforcing steel appeared to have been 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 October 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 drilled holes at Lower Level Garage AA.O/48.0 north tower air shaft at B.0-F.0/26.0-28.0, Level 5 at AA.O/48.0, Level 1 at LL.O/30.0 (needs 500 epoxy) and unit 5, south side at RRR.O/23.5 for depth, diameter, and cleanliness. The drilled holes appeared to be in general accordance with the project plans and specifications. We also observed the reinforcing steel for the Lower Level Garage AA.O/4.8, Level 5 AA.O/4.8 north tower air shaft B.0-F.0/26.0-28.0 and light post sono-tube at Marriott Alley FF.O/72.0 placed by PCL. The reinforcing steel was observed for specified bar sizing, spacing tolerances, lap splices, and form clearances. Based on our observations it appeared that the reinforcing steel was placed in general accordance with the project plans and specifications. Andy with PCL was informed of our observations. Sincerely, GROUND Engineering Consultants, Inc. Stephen Buckeridge 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 October 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 the reinforcing steel placed by PCL for the Lower Level Garage crane block out at AA/48, Level 1 block outs at MM and B/29.8. The reinforcing steel was observed for specified bar sizing, spacing tolerances, lap splices, and form clearances. We also observed the drilled holes on Level 4 crane block out at AA.O/48.0 and the Terrace Level, unit 5 at RRR.O/30.0-31.0, 37.0-38.0 for depth, diameter, and cleanliness. Based on our observations it appeared that the reinforcing steel and drilled holes were placed in general accordance with the project plans and specifications. Andy Rose with PCL was informed of our observations. Sincerely, GROUND Engineering Consultants, Inc. Stephen Buckeridge 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 October 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 the reinforcing steel placed by PCL for Level 4 crane block out AA.O/48.0 pool deck steps Level 1, AAA.O/38.0, AAA/28.0. The reinforcing stee� was observed for specified bar sizing, spacing tolerances, lap splices, and form clearances. Based on our observations it appeared that the reinforcing steel was placed in general accordance with the project plans and specifications. We observed the construction of CMU walls for the Terrace Level RRR.O/25.0, 30.0/31, 37/38. Vogelman West was constructing walls at 25 to 40" and 30.0-31.0, 37.0/38.0 to 16". We observed the placement of reinforcing steel for block, bond beams, lintels, ladder placement, mortar, and the overall condition of the wall. The CMU walls appeared to be constructed in general accordance with the project plans and specifications. We notified Andy with PCL of our observations. Sincerely, GROUND Engineering Consultants, Inc. Stephen Buckeridge 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 October 22, 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 into the existing slab on Level 3 at Gridlines U.0/48.0 for the Tower Crane Block Out. We observed the holes for depth, diameter, and the overall cleanliness. The holes appeared to be in general accordance with the site specifications of 4 '/2" deep for#4 bar using Hilty HY150 epoxy. We observed the reinforcing steel placed by PCL for the Tower Crane Block Out on Level 3. We observed the reinforcing steel for bar size, spacing, clearances, and lap splices. The reinforcing steel appeared to have been placed in general accordance with the site 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 October 23, 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 into the existing slab by PCL for the east tower crane block out on the Terrace Level. 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 site specifications of 4 '/z" deep for#4 bars using Hilty HY150 epoxy. Additionally, we observed reinforcing steel placed by PCL for the east tower crane block out on the Upper Basement Level. We observed the reinforcing steel for bar size, spacing, clearances, and lap splices. The reinforcing steel appeared to have been placed in general accordance with the project specifications. In addition, we re-observed holes drilled by S2M into the existing slab on the east side of the Terrace Level between Gridlines TT.9-GGG.9. We observed excessive debris throughout the holes. We immediately informed Andy with PCL 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 October 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. Upon our arrival Manny with J.D. Steel informed us that they would not be able to stress the replacement post tension tendons today because they did not have the proper size wedges for the tendons. Additionally, we re-observed holes drilled by S2M into the existing slab on the east end of the Terrace Level between Gridlines TT.9-GGG.9. We observed excessive debris in the drilled holes. We immediately informed Andy with PCL of our observations. We collected concrete cylinders that were previously cast and returned them to our office for future compressive strength testing. . 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 October 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 holes drilled by PCL into the existing slab on Level 2 for the east tower crane block out for the elevator #7 door on the Upper Basement Level to Level 5, elevator #8 door on the upper basement and the Terrace Level, and elevator #9 door on the Upper Basement and the Terrace Level. 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 for the Tower Crane appeared to be in general accordance with the site specifications of 4 '/2" deep for#4 bars using Hiity HY150 epoxy. The holes for the elevator doors 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 east tower crane block out on Level 2. 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 October 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 holes drilled by PCL into the existing slab on the Terrace Leve� for elevator #2 door. 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 site specifications of 5 5/8" deep for #5 bars using Hilty HY150 epoxy. In addition, we observed reinforcing steel placed by PCL for the east tower crane block out on the Terrace Level. 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 site 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