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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=qf-((CNc)(1+0.3(BL)))
σs - Effective Surcharge in KiloPascal?qf - Ultimate Bearing Capacity?C - Cohesion in Soil as Kilopascal?Nc - Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Cohesion?B - Width of Footing?L - Length of Footing?

Effective Surcharge given Bearing Capacity for Square Footing Example

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46.8555Edit=60Edit-((1.27Edit9Edit)(1+0.3(2Edit4Edit)))
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Effective Surcharge given Bearing Capacity for Square Footing Solution

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FIRST Step Consider the formula
σs=qf-((CNc)(1+0.3(BL)))
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
σs=60kPa-((1.27kPa9)(1+0.3(2m4m)))
Next Step Convert Units
σs=60000Pa-((1270Pa9)(1+0.3(2m4m)))
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
σs=60000-((12709)(1+0.3(24)))
Next Step Evaluate
σs=46855.5Pa
LAST Step Convert to Output's Unit
σs=46.8555kN/m²

Effective Surcharge given Bearing Capacity for Square Footing Formula Elements

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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
The Ultimate Bearing Capacity is defined as the minimum gross pressure intensity at the base of the foundation at which the soil fails in shear.
Symbol: qf
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.

Other Formulas to find Effective Surcharge in KiloPascal

​Go Effective Surcharge given Bearing Capacity for Circular Footing
σs=(qf-(1.3CNc))
​Go Effective Surcharge for Circular Footing given Value of Bearing Capacity Factor
σs=qf-(7.4C)

Other formulas in Bearing Capacity of Cohesive Soil category

​Go Bearing Capacity of Cohesive Soil for Circular Footing
qf=(1.3CNc)+σs
​Go Cohesion of Soil given Bearing Capacity for Circular Footing
C=qf-σs1.3Nc
​Go Bearing Capacity Factor Dependent on Cohesion for Circular Footing
Nc=qf-σs1.3C
​Go Bearing Capacity for Circular Footing given Value of Bearing Capacity Factor
qf=(7.4C)+σs

How to Evaluate Effective Surcharge given Bearing Capacity for Square Footing?

Effective Surcharge given Bearing Capacity for Square Footing evaluator uses Effective Surcharge in KiloPascal = Ultimate Bearing Capacity-((Cohesion in Soil as Kilopascal*Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Cohesion)*(1+0.3*(Width of Footing/Length of Footing))) to evaluate the Effective Surcharge in KiloPascal, The Effective Surcharge given Bearing Capacity for Square 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 given Bearing Capacity for Square Footing using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Effective Surcharge given Bearing Capacity for Square Footing, enter Ultimate Bearing Capacity (qf), Cohesion in Soil as Kilopascal (C), Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Cohesion (Nc), Width of Footing (B) & Length of Footing (L) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Effective Surcharge given Bearing Capacity for Square Footing

What is the formula to find Effective Surcharge given Bearing Capacity for Square Footing?
The formula of Effective Surcharge given Bearing Capacity for Square Footing is expressed as Effective Surcharge in KiloPascal = Ultimate Bearing Capacity-((Cohesion in Soil as Kilopascal*Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Cohesion)*(1+0.3*(Width of Footing/Length of Footing))). Here is an example- 0.046856 = 60000-((1270*9)*(1+0.3*(2/4))).
How to calculate Effective Surcharge given Bearing Capacity for Square Footing?
With Ultimate Bearing Capacity (qf), Cohesion in Soil as Kilopascal (C), Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Cohesion (Nc), Width of Footing (B) & Length of Footing (L) we can find Effective Surcharge given Bearing Capacity for Square Footing using the formula - Effective Surcharge in KiloPascal = Ultimate Bearing Capacity-((Cohesion in Soil as Kilopascal*Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Cohesion)*(1+0.3*(Width of Footing/Length of Footing))).
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-(1.3*Cohesion in Soil as Kilopascal*Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Cohesion))OpenImg
  • Effective Surcharge in KiloPascal=Ultimate Bearing Capacity-(7.4*Cohesion in Soil as Kilopascal)OpenImg
Can the Effective Surcharge given Bearing Capacity for Square Footing be negative?
No, the Effective Surcharge given Bearing Capacity for Square Footing, measured in Pressure cannot be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Effective Surcharge given Bearing Capacity for Square Footing?
Effective Surcharge given Bearing Capacity for Square 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 given Bearing Capacity for Square Footing can be measured.
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