Earthwork

Question 1

_________ is the division of a plot plan for large areas to be excavated or graded into smaller squares or grids.

Answer 1

Gridding

Question 2

________ is any construction cut, cavity, trench, or depression in the surface of the earth formed by equipment to create the engineering improvements.

Answer 2

Excavation

Question 3

_______ ________ are changes to a site that include footings, foundations, basements, and other below ground work.

Answer 3

Engineering improvements

Question 4

________ is the process of lowering high spots and filling in low spots of earth at a construction site.

Answer 4

Grading

Question 5

A ______ _______ is a line connecting points on a topographical map where existing and planned elevations are equal.

Answer 5

zero line