Soil Bearing Capacity Calculator

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Soil Bearing Capacity Calculator

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Estimate soil bearing capacity for different soil types and moisture levels. Includes safety factor and maximum safe load calculation. Free geotechnical calculator.

Unit System:

Soil Type

Moisture Level

Safety Factor *

Range: 1.5-5.0 (typical 2.0-3.0)

Footing Width (m) - Optional

Enter to calculate maximum safe load

Footing Length (m) - Optional

Enter to calculate maximum safe load

Results

Bearing Capacity

OK

Base Capacity

150.00 kN/m²

Sand (moist)

Allowable Capacity

60.00 kN/m²

Safety factor: 2.5

⚠️ Warnings

This is a BASIC ESTIMATOR only. Actual bearing capacity MUST be determined through professional soil testing and geotechnical analysis.
Always consult a qualified geotechnical engineer before construction.

Capacity Breakdown

Soil Type

Sand

Moisture Level

Moist

Base Capacity

150.00 kN/m²

Safety Factor

2.5

Soil Type Comparison

Base capacity (moist)

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