Desktop studies

Question 1

data helps us understand geological conditions such as

Answer 1

Soil and rock types, Potential ground conditions, Potential hazards

Question 2

site characteristics

Answer 2

Type of soil/rock deposits, Layering of deposits, Lateral extent of deposits, Groundwater conditions

Question 3

desktop studies sources

Answer 3

• Geologic and geomorphic maps
• Hazard maps + data
• Geotechnical investigation databases + existing reports
• Maps and photographs recent and historic
• Soils maps
• Council records
• Local knowledge