ASTM D6276-99a - 10.6.1999
 
1. Scope

1.1 This test method covers a means for estimating the soil-lime proportion requirement for stabilization of a soil. The optimum soil-lime proportion for soil stabilization is determined by tests of specific characteristics of stabilized soil such as unconfined compressive strength or plasticity index.

1.2 This test method is used to determine the lowest percentage of lime that results in a soil-lime pH of 12.4.

1.3 Lime is not an effective stabilizing agent for all soils. Some soil components such as sulfates, phosphates, organics, etc. can adversely affect soil-lime reactions.

1.4 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard.

1.5 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

 
2. Referenced Documents

D2216-19

Standard Test Methods for Laboratory Determination of Water (Moisture) Content of Soil and Rock by Mass

D3740-26

Standard Practice for Minimum Requirements for Agencies Engaged in Testing of Soil and Rock as Used in Engineering Design and Construction

D1293-18

Standard Test Methods for pH of Water

D1193-24

Standard Specification for Reagent Water

D653-26a

Standard Terminology Relating to Soil, Rock, and Contained Fluids (Includes all amendments and changes 6/15/2026).

D421-85(1998)

Standard Practice for Dry Preparation of Soil Samples for Particle-Size Analysis and Determination of Soil Constants

C977-18(2024)

Standard Specification for Quicklime and Hydrated Lime for Soil Stabilization

C51-26

Standard Terminology Relating to Lime and Limestone (as Used by the Industry)

E11-24

Standard Specification for Woven Wire Test Sieve Cloth and Test Sieves

D4753-25

Standard Guide for Evaluating, Selecting, and Specifying Balances and Standard Masses for Use in Soil, Rock, and Construction Materials Testing

E145-19(2024)

Standard Specification for Gravity-Convection and Forced-Ventilation Ovens