What is under concrete in Hanford
| Soil | Share | Drainage | Shrink-swell | Corrosion of concrete | Rating for homes on slabs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nord | 79% | Well drained | Low | Low | Not limited |
| Wasco | 14% | Well drained | Low | Low | Not limited |
The USDA soil survey maps the ground in Hanford mostly as Nord (79%) and Wasco (14%), based on 25 points sampled across the city.
Of the sampled points, 43% fell on ground the survey maps as urban land, which it does not rate. Those are left out of the percentages.
For shrink-swell, the swelling and shrinking of clay as it wets and dries, Nord and Wasco are low.
Every major soil sampled in Hanford is rated low for corrosion of concrete.
Why it matters: USDA’s California soil interpretations rate shrink-swell as low below 3 percent linear extensibility. Every major soil sampled here is in that low band.
Flood zones in Hanford
FEMA’s flood map puts none of the 25 land points sampled in Hanford in a Special Flood Hazard Area, the zone with a 1% annual chance of flooding. All fell in zone X (25).
Hanford at a glance
- CountyKings County
- Land area17.9 square miles
- From Exeter28.4 miles, straight line
- Main soilNord, 79% of sampled ground
Driveway and sidewalk permits in Hanford
Hanford states that all work in the city right-of-way requires an encroachment permit.
The city asks for a dimensioned plan sketch, a traffic control plan, liability, auto and workers’ compensation insurance, the contractor’s license, a business license and a $365 fee.
City of Hanford Utilities and Engineering Department, 900 South 10th Avenue · 559-585-2500
Outside city limits: The Kings County Engineer processes county right-of-way encroachment permits for work along county roads.
More: what drives concrete driveway cost and permits city by city.
Services in Hanford
- 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 Hanford.
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Hanford concrete FAQs
What does the USDA soil survey say about the ground in Hanford?
The USDA soil survey maps the ground in Hanford mostly as Nord (79%) and Wasco (14%), based on 25 points sampled across the city. For shrink-swell, the swelling and shrinking of clay as it wets and dries, Nord and Wasco are low. Every major soil sampled in Hanford is rated low for corrosion of concrete.
Where is Tru Concrete based?
Exeter, California, about 28.4 miles from Hanford in a straight line. Tim drives up to 35 to 40 minutes by freeway for an estimate.
Do I need a permit for driveway work in Hanford?
Hanford states that all work in the city right-of-way requires an encroachment permit. Contact City of Hanford Utilities and Engineering Department, 900 South 10th Avenue at 559-585-2500.
Is Hanford in a FEMA flood zone?
FEMA’s flood map puts none of the 25 land points sampled in Hanford in a Special Flood Hazard Area, the zone with a 1% annual chance of flooding. All fell in zone X (25).