What is under concrete in Woodlake
| Soil | Share | Drainage | Shrink-swell | Corrosion of concrete | Rating for homes on slabs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Joaquin | 58% | Moderately well drained | High | Low | Somewhat limitedShrink-swell |
| San Emigdio | 11% | Well drained | Low | Low | Not limited |
| Seville | 11% | Well drained | High | Low | Very limitedShrink-swell |
| Porterville | 10% | Well drained | High | Low | Very limitedShrink-swell |
The USDA soil survey maps the ground in Woodlake mostly as San Joaquin (58%), San Emigdio (11%), Seville (11%) and Porterville (10%), based on 25 points sampled across the city.
Of the sampled points, 23% fell on water. Those are left out of the percentages.
For shrink-swell, the swelling and shrinking of clay as it wets and dries, San Joaquin, Seville and Porterville are rated high and San Emigdio is low.
Every major soil sampled in Woodlake 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 Woodlake
FEMA’s flood map puts 6 of the 20 land points sampled in Woodlake (30%) in a Special Flood Hazard Area, the zone with a 1% annual chance of flooding. By zone: zone X (14), zone AH (5) and zone A (1).
Woodlake at a glance
- CountyTulare County
- Land area2.8 square miles
- From Exeter8.6 miles, straight line
- Main soilSan Joaquin, 58% of sampled ground
Driveway and sidewalk permits in Woodlake
Woodlake Public Works maintains city streets and rights-of-way, including curb, gutter and sidewalks.
The city’s Encroachment Permit Application is submitted by email to permits@ci.woodlake.ca.us, along with its other permit forms.
City of Woodlake Public Works · 559-564-8055
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 Woodlake
- 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 Woodlake.
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Woodlake concrete FAQs
What does the USDA soil survey say about the ground in Woodlake?
The USDA soil survey maps the ground in Woodlake mostly as San Joaquin (58%), San Emigdio (11%), Seville (11%) and Porterville (10%), based on 25 points sampled across the city. For shrink-swell, the swelling and shrinking of clay as it wets and dries, San Joaquin, Seville and Porterville are rated high and San Emigdio is low. Every major soil sampled in Woodlake is rated low for corrosion of concrete.
Where is Tru Concrete based?
Exeter, California, about 8.6 miles from Woodlake 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 Woodlake?
Woodlake Public Works maintains city streets and rights-of-way, including curb, gutter and sidewalks. Contact City of Woodlake Public Works at 559-564-8055.
Is Woodlake in a FEMA flood zone?
FEMA’s flood map puts 6 of the 20 land points sampled in Woodlake (30%) in a Special Flood Hazard Area, the zone with a 1% annual chance of flooding. By zone: zone X (14), zone AH (5) and zone A (1).