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Effective Surcharge in Kilo Pascal 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=γD
σs - Effective Surcharge in Kilo Pascal?γ - Unit Weight of Soil?D - Depth of Footing?

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0.45Edit=18Edit25Edit
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Effective Surcharge given Depth of Footing Solution

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FIRST Step Consider the formula
σs=γD
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
σs=18kN/m³25m
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
σs=1825
Next Step Evaluate
σs=450Pa
LAST Step Convert to Output's Unit
σs=0.45kN/m²

Effective Surcharge given Depth of Footing Formula Elements

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Effective Surcharge in Kilo Pascal
Effective Surcharge in Kilo Pascal 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.
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.
Depth of Footing
Depth of Footing is the vertical distance from the ground surface to the base of a foundation. It is a critical parameter that influences the structural stability of buildings and infrastructure.
Symbol: D
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value should be greater than 0.

Other Formulas to find Effective Surcharge in Kilo Pascal

​Go Effective Surcharge given Net Pressure Intensity
σs=qg-qn

Other formulas in Bearing Capacity of Soils category

​Go Ultimate Bearing Capacity of Soil under Long Footing at Surface of Soil
qf=((Ctan(Φi))+(0.5γdBKP)(KPexp(πtan(Φi))-1))
​Go Ultimate Bearing Capacity
qf=qnet+σs
​Go Net Ultimate Bearing Capacity given Ultimate Bearing Capacity
qnet=qf-σs
​Go Ultimate Bearing Capacity given Depth of Footing
qf=qnet'+(γDfooting)

How to Evaluate Effective Surcharge given Depth of Footing?

Effective Surcharge given Depth of Footing evaluator uses Effective Surcharge in Kilo Pascal = Unit Weight of Soil*Depth of Footing to evaluate the Effective Surcharge in Kilo Pascal, The Effective Surcharge given Depth of Footing formula is defined as the additional pressure exerted on the groundwater table due to the presence of a footing or foundation at a certain depth below the ground surface. Effective Surcharge in Kilo Pascal is denoted by σs symbol.

How to evaluate Effective Surcharge given Depth of Footing using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Effective Surcharge given Depth of Footing, enter Unit Weight of Soil (γ) & Depth of Footing (D) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Effective Surcharge given Depth of Footing

What is the formula to find Effective Surcharge given Depth of Footing?
The formula of Effective Surcharge given Depth of Footing is expressed as Effective Surcharge in Kilo Pascal = Unit Weight of Soil*Depth of Footing. Here is an example- 0.00045 = 18000*25.
How to calculate Effective Surcharge given Depth of Footing?
With Unit Weight of Soil (γ) & Depth of Footing (D) we can find Effective Surcharge given Depth of Footing using the formula - Effective Surcharge in Kilo Pascal = Unit Weight of Soil*Depth of Footing.
What are the other ways to Calculate Effective Surcharge in Kilo Pascal?
Here are the different ways to Calculate Effective Surcharge in Kilo Pascal-
  • Effective Surcharge in Kilo Pascal=Gross Pressure-Net PressureOpenImg
Can the Effective Surcharge given Depth of Footing be negative?
No, the Effective Surcharge given Depth of Footing, measured in Pressure cannot be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Effective Surcharge given Depth of Footing?
Effective Surcharge given Depth of 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 Depth of Footing can be measured.
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