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What Is Astm D1557?. Soil is compacted to prepare it to support roads and building foundations. This increases its density and strength. The American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM), has issued standards for how to test soil compaction and soil conditions after compaction. These tests determine how much compaction is required to improve the soil's shear strength and permeability.
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