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Effective Surcharge in KiloPascal also called as surcharge load refers to the vertical pressure or any load that acts over the ground surface additional to basic earth pressure. Check FAQs
σs=qfc-(((CNc)(1+0.3(BL)))+(0.4γBNγ))Nq
σs - Effective Surcharge in KiloPascal?qfc - Ultimate Bearing Capacity in Soil?C - Cohesion in Soil as Kilopascal?Nc - Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Cohesion?B - Width of Footing?L - Length of Footing?γ - Unit Weight of Soil?Nγ - Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Unit Weight?Nq - Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Surcharge?

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45.5799Edit=127.8Edit-(((1.27Edit9Edit)(1+0.3(2Edit4Edit)))+(0.418Edit2Edit1.6Edit))2.01Edit
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Effective Surcharge for Rectangular Footing Solution

Follow our step by step solution on how to calculate Effective Surcharge for Rectangular Footing?

FIRST Step Consider the formula
σs=qfc-(((CNc)(1+0.3(BL)))+(0.4γBNγ))Nq
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
σs=127.8kPa-(((1.27kPa9)(1+0.3(2m4m)))+(0.418kN/m³2m1.6))2.01
Next Step Convert Units
σs=127800Pa-(((1270Pa9)(1+0.3(2m4m)))+(0.418000N/m³2m1.6))2.01
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
σs=127800-(((12709)(1+0.3(24)))+(0.41800021.6))2.01
Next Step Evaluate
σs=45579.8507462687Pa
Next Step Convert to Output's Unit
σs=45.5798507462687kN/m²
LAST Step Rounding Answer
σs=45.5799kN/m²

Effective Surcharge for Rectangular Footing Formula Elements

Variables
Effective Surcharge in KiloPascal
Effective Surcharge in KiloPascal also called as surcharge load refers to the vertical pressure or any load that acts over the ground surface additional to basic earth pressure.
Symbol: σs
Measurement: PressureUnit: kN/m²
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Ultimate Bearing Capacity in Soil
Ultimate Bearing Capacity in Soil is defined as the minimum gross pressure intensity at the base of the foundation at which the soil fails in shear.
Symbol: qfc
Measurement: PressureUnit: kPa
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Cohesion in Soil as Kilopascal
Cohesion in Soil as Kilopascal is the ability of like particles within soil to hold onto each other. It is the shear strength or force that binds together like particles in the structure of a soil.
Symbol: C
Measurement: PressureUnit: kPa
Note: Value should be between 0 to 50.
Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Cohesion
Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Cohesion is a constant whose value depends upon the cohesion of soil.
Symbol: Nc
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Width of Footing
Width of Footing is the shorter dimension of the footing.
Symbol: B
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Length of Footing
Length of Footing is the length of the larger dimension of the footing.
Symbol: L
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Unit Weight of Soil
Unit Weight of Soil mass is the ratio of the total weight of soil to the total volume of soil.
Symbol: γ
Measurement: Specific WeightUnit: kN/m³
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Unit Weight
Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Unit Weight is a constant whose value depends upon unit weight of soil.
Symbol: Nγ
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Surcharge
Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Surcharge is a constant whose value depends upon surcharge.
Symbol: Nq
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value should be greater than 0.

Other Formulas to find Effective Surcharge in KiloPascal

​Go Effective Surcharge for Rectangular Footing given Shape Factor
σs=qfc-(((CNc)(1+0.3(BL)))+((0.5γBNγ)(1-0.2(BL))))Nq

Other formulas in Frictional Cohesive Soil category

​Go Ultimate Bearing Capacity for Rectangular Footing
qfc=((CNc)(1+0.3(BL)))+(σsNq)+(0.4γBNγ)
​Go Cohesion of Soil given Ultimate Bearing Capacity for Rectangular Footing
C=qfc-((σsNq)+(0.4γBNγ))(Nc)(1+0.3(BL))

How to Evaluate Effective Surcharge for Rectangular Footing?

Effective Surcharge for Rectangular Footing evaluator uses Effective Surcharge in KiloPascal = (Ultimate Bearing Capacity in Soil-(((Cohesion in Soil as Kilopascal*Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Cohesion)*(1+0.3*(Width of Footing/Length of Footing)))+(0.4*Unit Weight of Soil*Width of Footing*Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Unit Weight)))/Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Surcharge to evaluate the Effective Surcharge in KiloPascal, The Effective Surcharge for Rectangular Footing is defined as the value of effective surcharge when we have prior information of other parameters used. Effective Surcharge in KiloPascal is denoted by σs symbol.

How to evaluate Effective Surcharge for Rectangular Footing using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Effective Surcharge for Rectangular Footing, enter Ultimate Bearing Capacity in Soil (qfc), Cohesion in Soil as Kilopascal (C), Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Cohesion (Nc), Width of Footing (B), Length of Footing (L), Unit Weight of Soil (γ), Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Unit Weight (Nγ) & Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Surcharge (Nq) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Effective Surcharge for Rectangular Footing

What is the formula to find Effective Surcharge for Rectangular Footing?
The formula of Effective Surcharge for Rectangular Footing is expressed as Effective Surcharge in KiloPascal = (Ultimate Bearing Capacity in Soil-(((Cohesion in Soil as Kilopascal*Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Cohesion)*(1+0.3*(Width of Footing/Length of Footing)))+(0.4*Unit Weight of Soil*Width of Footing*Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Unit Weight)))/Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Surcharge. Here is an example- 0.045808 = (127800-(((1270*9)*(1+0.3*(2/4)))+(0.4*18000*2*1.6)))/2.01.
How to calculate Effective Surcharge for Rectangular Footing?
With Ultimate Bearing Capacity in Soil (qfc), Cohesion in Soil as Kilopascal (C), Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Cohesion (Nc), Width of Footing (B), Length of Footing (L), Unit Weight of Soil (γ), Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Unit Weight (Nγ) & Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Surcharge (Nq) we can find Effective Surcharge for Rectangular Footing using the formula - Effective Surcharge in KiloPascal = (Ultimate Bearing Capacity in Soil-(((Cohesion in Soil as Kilopascal*Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Cohesion)*(1+0.3*(Width of Footing/Length of Footing)))+(0.4*Unit Weight of Soil*Width of Footing*Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Unit Weight)))/Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Surcharge.
What are the other ways to Calculate Effective Surcharge in KiloPascal?
Here are the different ways to Calculate Effective Surcharge in KiloPascal-
  • Effective Surcharge in KiloPascal=(Ultimate Bearing Capacity in Soil-(((Cohesion in Soil as Kilopascal*Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Cohesion)*(1+0.3*(Width of Footing/Length of Footing)))+((0.5*Unit Weight of Soil*Width of Footing*Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Unit Weight)*(1-0.2*(Width of Footing/Length of Footing)))))/Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on SurchargeOpenImg
Can the Effective Surcharge for Rectangular Footing be negative?
No, the Effective Surcharge for Rectangular Footing, measured in Pressure cannot be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Effective Surcharge for Rectangular Footing?
Effective Surcharge for Rectangular Footing is usually measured using the Kilonewton per Square Meter[kN/m²] for Pressure. Pascal[kN/m²], Kilopascal[kN/m²], Bar[kN/m²] are the few other units in which Effective Surcharge for Rectangular Footing can be measured.
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