What is under concrete in Exeter
| Soil | Share | Drainage | Shrink-swell | Corrosion of concrete | Rating for homes on slabs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flamen | 96% | Moderately well drained | Moderate | Low | Very limitedFlooding, Shrink-swell |
| Exeter | 4% | Moderately well drained | Moderate | Low | Very limitedFlooding, Shrink-swell |
The USDA soil survey maps the ground in Exeter mostly as Flamen (96%) and Exeter (4%), based on 25 points sampled across the city.
For shrink-swell, the swelling and shrinking of clay as it wets and dries, Flamen and Exeter are moderate.
Every major soil sampled in Exeter is rated low for corrosion of concrete.
Why it matters: USDA’s California soil interpretations say that once linear extensibility passes 3 percent, the line between low and moderate shrink-swell, shrinking and swelling can damage buildings, roads and other structures.
Flood zones in Exeter
FEMA’s flood map puts none of the 25 land points sampled in Exeter in a Special Flood Hazard Area, the zone with a 1% annual chance of flooding. All fell in zone X (25).
The soil survey also lists flooding as a limit for some of these soils. That comes from the survey’s own flood-frequency class for each soil, which is a separate record from FEMA’s map.
Exeter at a glance
- CountyTulare County
- Land area2.5 square miles
- From ExeterHome base
- Main soilFlamen, 96% of sampled ground
Driveway and sidewalk permits in Exeter
Exeter’s municipal code requires a written permit before anyone cuts the surface of a city street, alley or sidewalk, or digs in the public right-of-way, and the permit has to be in hand at least 24 hours before the cut (Exeter Municipal Code 12.04.010).
The city issues those permits only to contractors licensed by the state for the work, or to public utilities (Exeter Municipal Code 12.04.020).
The city’s encroachment application lists “curb/gutter, driveway approach, sidewalk” as its own category of work.
City of Exeter Public Works, 350 W. Firebaugh Ave. · (559) 592-3318
Outside city limits: Tulare County says work performed on a county right-of-way needs an encroachment permit. That covers homes on county roads outside city limits.
More: what drives concrete driveway cost and permits city by city.
Services in Exeter
- Driveway ReplacementOld driveway out, new driveway in. The first job on Tim’s list.
- New Concrete DrivewaysNew builds and existing homes, poured to the garage.
- Stamped and Decorative ConcreteStamped texture, circles, curved borders and seat walls.
- Concrete PatiosBackyard patios, pool surrounds and poured steps.
- Foundations and SlabsHouse slabs, footings and piers for new builds.
Recent Tru Concrete work
Photos are from Tim’s jobs across his service area, not necessarily Exeter.
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Exeter concrete FAQs
What does the USDA soil survey say about the ground in Exeter?
The USDA soil survey maps the ground in Exeter mostly as Flamen (96%) and Exeter (4%), based on 25 points sampled across the city. For shrink-swell, the swelling and shrinking of clay as it wets and dries, Flamen and Exeter are moderate. Every major soil sampled in Exeter is rated low for corrosion of concrete.
Where is Tru Concrete based?
Exeter, California. Tim McCormick has run Tru Concrete for 11 years and came up in the trade under Danco Concrete in Exeter.
Do I need a permit for driveway work in Exeter?
Exeter’s municipal code requires a written permit before anyone cuts the surface of a city street, alley or sidewalk, or digs in the public right-of-way, and the permit has to be in hand at least 24 hours before the cut (Exeter Municipal Code 12.04.010). Contact City of Exeter Public Works, 350 W. Firebaugh Ave. at (559) 592-3318.
Is Exeter in a FEMA flood zone?
FEMA’s flood map puts none of the 25 land points sampled in Exeter in a Special Flood Hazard Area, the zone with a 1% annual chance of flooding. All fell in zone X (25).