Question
A series of unconfined compression tests in the zone of interest (from SPT samples) from a boring-log give an average qu = 200kpa. The soil is fully saturated (โ =0).
Estimate the allowable bearing capacity for square footing located at somewhat uncertain depth (let D =0m) and B dimensions unknown using both the Meyerhof and terzaghi bearing-capacity equations. use safety factor SF =3.0.