<p><p><strong>References:<br></strong><em>Brokemper et al. (2006)</em></p><p><strong>Method Summary</strong></p><p>Loads tests of selected columns can be used to verify the bearing capacity of the columns and to compare the actual settlement of the column to the estimated settlement.</p><p><strong>Accuracy and Precision</strong></p><p>Load tests give an accurate picture of how the GEC will perform in service.</p><p><strong>Adequacy of Coverage</strong></p><p>Load tests could be performed on select columns, but many tests may be needed to get an accurate picture of the overall improvement, which might be cost and/or time prohibitive.</p><p><strong>Implementation Requirements </strong></p><p>Load tests are expensive and often difficult to perform.</p><p><strong>General Comments</strong></p><p>Load tests can be used in all applications of GECs.</p></p>