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    This document describes a procedure for determining the maximum dry density and optimum moisture content of a soil sample using a family of curves method with a single point determination. The procedure involves compacting a soil sample using methods from AASHTO T99 or T180 to determine a dry density and moisture content point. This point is then plotted on a family of curves graph to estimate the maximum dry density and optimum moisture content either from an existing curve or by defining a new curve through the single point.

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    This document describes a procedure for determining the maximum dry density and optimum moisture content of a soil sample using a family of curves method with a single point determination. The procedure involves compacting a soil sample using methods from AASHTO T99 or T180 to determine a dry density and moisture content point. This point is then plotted on a family of curves graph to estimate the maximum dry density and optimum moisture content either from an existing curve or by defining a new curve through the single point.

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    This document describes a procedure for determining the maximum dry density and optimum moisture content of a soil sample using a family of curves method with a single point determination. The procedure involves compacting a soil sample using methods from AASHTO T99 or T180 to determine a dry density and moisture content point. This point is then plotted on a family of curves graph to estimate the maximum dry density and optimum moisture content either from an existing curve or by defining a new curve through the single point.

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    EMBANKMENT AND BASE WAQTC AASHTO T 272

    FAMILY OF CURVES – ONE-POINT METHOD


    FOP FOR AASHTO T 272

    Scope

    This procedure provides for a rapid determination of the maximum density and optimum
    moisture content of a soil sample utilizing a family of curves and a one-point determination
    in accordance with AASHTO T 272. This procedure is related to AASHTO T 99, and
    AASHTO T 180.

    One-point determinations are made by compacting the soil in a mold of a given size with a
    specified rammer dropped from a specified height. Four alternate methods – A, B, C, D – are
    used and correspond to the methods described in AASHTO T 99 or T 180. The method used
    in AASHTO T 272 must match the method used in AASHTO T 99 or T 180.

    Apparatus

    See the FOP for AASHTO T 99 and T 180.

    Sample

    See the FOP for AASHTO T 99 and T 180.

    Procedure

    See the FOP for AASHTO T 99 and T 180.

    Calculations

    See the FOP for AASHTO T 99 and T 180.

    Maximum Dry Density and Optimum Moisture Content Determination

    1. If the moisture-density one-point falls on one of the curves in the family of curves, the
    maximum dry density and optimum moisture content defined by that curve shall be used.

    2. If the moisture-density one-point falls within the family of curves but not on an existing
    curve, a new curve shall be drawn through the plotted single point parallel and in
    character with the nearest existing curve in the family of curves. The maximum dry
    density and optimum moisture content as defined by the new curve shall be used.
    Note 1: If the one-point plotted within or on the family of curves does not fall in the 80 to 100 percent
    of optimum moisture content, compact another specimen, using the same material, at an adjusted
    moisture content that will place the one point within this range.

    T272_short E&B 4-1 October 2004


    EMBANKMENT AND BASE WAQTC AASHTO T 272

    3. If the family of curves is such that the new curve through a one-point is not well defined
    or is in any way questionable, a full moisture-density relationship shall be made for the
    soil to correctly define the new curve and verify the applicability of the family of curves.
    Note 2: New curves drawn through plotted single point determinations shall not become a permanent
    part of the family of curves until verified by a full moisture-density procedure following the FOP for
    AASHTO T 99 or the FOP for T180.

    2040 2040
    Family of Curves
    One Point Method

    2020 2020

    EXAMPLE
    2000
    EXAMPLE 2000

    1980 1980

    1960 1960

    1940 1940

    1920 1920
    3
    Dry Density kg/m

    1900 1900

    1880 1880

    1860 1860

    1840 1840

    1820 1820

    1800 1800

    8 10 12 14 16
    Moisture Content (%)

    T272_short E&B 4-2 October 2004


    EMBANKMENT AND BASE WAQTC AASHTO T 272

    127
    Family of Curves
    One Point Method

    126 126

    125 125

    124 124

    123 123

    122 122
    Dry Density PCF

    121 121

    120 120

    119 119

    118 118

    117 117

    116 116

    115 115

    8 10 12 14 16
    Moisture Content (%)

    T272_short E&B 4-3 October 2004


    EMBANKMENT AND BASE WAQTC AASHTO T 272

    Example

    A moisture-density procedure (AASHTO T 99 or AASHTO T 180) was run. A dry density


    of 1871 kg/m3 and a corresponding moisture content of 11.2 percent or 118.8 lb/ft3 at 11.8
    percent moisture were determined. This point was plotted on the appropriate family between
    two previously developed curves.

    The “dashed” curve beginning at the moisture-density one-point was sketched between the
    two existing curves. A maximum dry density of 1915 kg/m3 and a corresponding optimum
    moisture content of 12.4 or 120.4 lb/ft3 and 12.7 percent moisture were estimated.

    Report

    Results shall be reported on standard forms approved by the agency. Report maximum dry
    density to the closest 1 kg/m3 (0.1 lb/ft3) and optimum moisture content to the closest 0.1
    percent.

    PERFORMANCE EXAM CHECKLIST

    T272_short E&B 4-4 October 2004


    EMBANKMENT AND BASE WAQTC AASHTO T 272

    FAMILY OF CURVES - ONE-POINT METHOD


    FOP FOR AASHTO T 272

    Participant Name ______________________________ Exam Date ______________

    Record the symbols “P” for passing or “F” for failing on each step of the checklist.

    Procedure Element Trial 1 Trial 2


    1. One-point determination of dry density and corresponding
    moisture content made in accordance with the FOP for
    AASHTO T 99 or AASHTO T 180? _____ _____
    a. Correct size (4.75 mm / No.4 or 19.0 mm / ¾ in.) material used? _____ _____
    b. Correct number of blows per layer used (25 or 56)? _____ _____
    c. Correct number of layers used (3 or 5)? _____ _____
    d. Moisture content determined in accordance with FOP for
    AASHTO T 255/T 265? _____ _____
    2. One-point plotted on family of curves supplied? _____ _____
    3. One-point falls within 80 to 100 percent of optimum moisture
    content in order to be valid? _____ _____
    4. If one-point does not fall within 80 to 100 percent of optimum
    moisture content, another one-point determination with an adjusted
    water content is made? _____ _____
    5. Maximum dry density and corresponding optimum moisture
    content correctly estimated? _____ _____

    Comments: First attempt: Pass Fail Second attempt: Pass Fail

    Signature of Examiner __________________________________________

    T272_short E&B 4-5 October 2004

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