What is Geological Site Investigation? Write down it's Objectives

The proper investigation and the study of the geological characteristics of the soil in the site through which the work of constructions of tunnels, dams, roads, buildings etc are to be carried out is known as geological investigation.Site investigation is overall evaluation of specific site condition which is selected for construction of any civil engineering Infrastructures. The principal objective of site investigation are as follows:

1. To determine the sequence, thickness and Lateral extent of the soil Strata and bedrock. 

2. To identify the groundwater condition.

3. To obtain the representatives samples of soils or rocks for identification and classification and if necessary for use in laboratory test to determine the relevant soil properties.

4. To conduct in-situ test to assess appropriate soil characteristics.

5. To explore the source of the construction materials.

The proper investigation and the study of the geological characteristics of the soil in the site through which the work of constructions of tunnels, dams, roads, buildings etc are to be carried out is known as geological investigation.Site investigation is overall evaluation of specific site condition which is selected for construction of any civil engineering Infrastructures. The principal objective of site investigation are as follows:

1. To determine the sequence, thickness and Lateral extent of the soil Strata and bedrock. 

2. To identify the groundwater condition.

3. To obtain the representatives samples of soils or rocks for identification and classification and if necessary for use in laboratory test to determine the relevant soil properties.

4. To conduct in-situ test to assess appropriate soil characteristics.

5. To explore the source of the construction materials.