Subsurface Drilling and Geomechanic Properties at Taman Pudu Ulu, Cheras, Kuala Lumpur

This project is about a subsurface study of Taman Pudu Ulu, Cheras, Kuala Lumpur with
emphasized of Geomechanic properties. Subsurface drilling and seismic data were used to
understand the subsurface condition of the study area such as the type and thickness of the strata.
4 boreholes were drilled and a seismic line is shot in the study area. Borehole and soil samples
were recovered to know Geomechanic properties of the area by conducting experiments such as
soil bulk density and specific gravity. From these two experiments, we can use the finding and
calculate the strain. Taman Pudu Ulu overlies the Kuala Lumpur Limestone formation that is
known for its karstic features such as caves and cavities. Hence by knowing the Geomechanic
properties such as the normal strain and shear strain we can plan a safer and economics
construction that is plan at the area in the future.