Hatcher Pass Development Feasibility Analysis and Geotechnical Fieldwork
OVERVIEW OF PROJECT
The Matanuska-Susitna Borough (MSB) has
initiated a development feasibility analysis for lands owned and/or
managed by the MSB in the Hatcher Pass area.
DETAILS OF WORK THAT WILL BE CONDUCTED
Subsurface soil and groundwater
information will be collected by digging test pits in the area of
the proposed Nordic development as shown above. Soil and rock
samples will be tested in a laboratory to determine their base
engineering properties and their suitability for the construction of
buildings. Percolation tests, where the engineer observes the amount
of time it takes for the soil to absorb water, or for water to
"percolate" through the soil, will also be conducted. This test will
determine the suitability of the soil for different uses including
stormwater drainage, detention ponds, septic systems, and leach
fields. Existing groundwater well locations, depth to groundwater,
and well recharge information will also be researched. This
information, in conjunction with the subsurface and groundwater
findings, will be used to evaluate the feasibility of future
development and the potential development density. Possible lot
sizes will be evaluated based on the soil suitability for
development and development patterns in the surrounding areas. The
analysis will look at the potential for individual wells for each
lot, versus a common well for multiple lots.
WILL WORK BE CONDUCTED ON PRIVATE
PROPERTY?
Much of the work will be performed on
property within the MSB lease boundary. If analysis needs to be
conducted on private property, or if access to private property is
needed, the project team will obtain full permission in writing from
the property owner before commencing work.
SCHEDULE
Geotechnical fieldwork will begin this
fall (2009). Percolation tests will be conducted prior to the start
of the winter season. Test pits will be dug and samples will be
taken shortly after the ground freezes (probably in October 2009).
The draft report is scheduled to be submitted to the MSB in March
2010.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Additional information regarding the geotechnical work is available via the contact information below:;
| Michela Spitz, Public Involvement Coordinator |
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| Palmer, Alaska 99645 |
| By telephone to Michela at 746-7600 |
| By fax to Michela at 907-563-3953 |
| By e-mail to mlspitz@dowlhkm.com |