Measurement of near-surface seismic compressional wave velocities using refraction tomography at a proposed construction site on the Presidio of Monterey, California
Open-File Report
2012-1191
Prepared in Cooperation with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
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Abstract
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is determining the feasibility of constructing a new barracks building on the U.S. Army Presidio of Monterey in Monterey, California. Due to the presence of an endangered orchid in the proposed area, invasive techniques such as exploratory drill holes are prohibited. To aid in determining the feasibility, budget, and design of this building, a compressional-wave seismic refraction survey was proposed by the U.S. Geological Survey as an alternative means of investigating the depth to competent bedrock. Two sub-parallel profiles were acquired along an existing foot path and a fence line to minimize impacts on the endangered flora. The compressional-wave seismic refraction tomography data for both profiles indicate that no competent rock classified as non-rippable or marginally rippable exists within the top 30 feet beneath the ground surface.
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| Publication type | Report |
|---|---|
| Publication Subtype | USGS Numbered Series |
| Title | Measurement of near-surface seismic compressional wave velocities using refraction tomography at a proposed construction site on the Presidio of Monterey, California |
| Series title | Open-File Report |
| Series number | 2012-1191 |
| DOI | 10.3133/ofr20121191 |
| Year Published | 2012 |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | U.S. Geological Survey |
| Publisher location | Reston, VA |
| Contributing office(s) | Crustal Geophysics and Geochemistry Science Center |
| Description | iii; 17 p. |
| Country | United States |
| State | California |
| City | Monterey |
| Online Only (Y/N) | Y |
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