Testing fill mass properties see Section

Following fill mass properties are relevant for the design of a reclamation area and should be tested in the field. (See Section 12.4.9) 

Various direct or indirect tests are available to assess these fill mass properties (see also Appendix B). 

The shear strength of the fill can be tested directly with a field vane test in a borehole in case of cohesive material. 

The shear strength can also be correlated to the results of a CPT (or SPT) test (see Appendix C). 

The stiffness modulus of the fill mass can be tested by following methods 

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