All earthworks must comply with Series 600 Earthwork in Manual of Contract Documents for Highway Works Volume 1 Specification of Highway Works and Appendices 6/1, 6/2, 6/7 and 6/8 of the council’s Specification.
Through good design and planning (re-use and recycling) the management and movement of earthworks can be minimised.
Embankments and other areas of fill must:
- Be formed of acceptable material excavated, as defined by App 6/1 and Table 6/1 of the MCHW, from within the site or imported on to the site;
- Meet the requirements of Appendix 6/1 of the council’s Specification for use in the permanent works; and
Have the location approved by the council.