Beneath the Build: Quickly Estimate Soil Strength

Many times, the real work begins under the surface. If you've encountered unexpected soft soil or you're having trouble passing a proof roll, it can cost you time, money and confidence in your job’s performance. That’s why Tensar developed a quick, on-site tool to help you assess soil strength and plan your solution, right from your back pocket.

In our latest Beneath the Build episode, we show you how to estimate soil strength with our handy subgrade pocket card.  


The front side of the pocket card is all about rapid soil strength estimation. Using everyday visual cues, like a tire rut or your own footprint, you can estimate the California Bearing Ratio (CBR) of the soil in seconds.

Flip the card over and you'll find a cost estimator designed to help you visualize potential savings.You can quickly ballpark material and cost reductions of aggregate, quantifying the "why" behind using geogrid. You're not just building smarter, you're also justifying smarter.

Whether you're walking the site, reviewing bids or prepping for a paving crew's arrival, this card gives you fast, reliable insight when you need it most. It's like having a mini soil and cost consultant in the palm of your hand.

Want to see it in action? Watch the full video now.
Want to grab your free pocket card and start calculating costs vs. savings? Find it here.