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New House Constructed on Unstable Soil Settles

Appendix A: Photographs

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Rear elevation. Portion of foundation between test holes has settled.
Photo 1
 Step crack in right rear foundation wall. Corner of foundation has settled about 1 inch.
Photo 2
    
Close up of crack. V-shape indicates that the foundation is rotating as it settles. Photo 3 (Enlarge) The soil contains clay that can be rolled into a long pencil shape. Photo 4 (Enlarge)
    


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