Geosynthetics Pocket Guide

The Geosynthetic Mobile Application is a series of pocket guides combined for federal, state, and local agency highway construction and maintenance staff in the installation and construction inspection of geosynthetic applications. These guides are provided by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), Federal Lands Highway Coordinated Technology Implementation Program (CTIP), and the geosynthetics industry. This guide was developed by the Geosynthetic Materials Association (GMA) under contract with the FHWA. These guides are intended for use by construction inspectors, managers, and maintenance staff members. For in-depth information, refer to Geosynthetic Design & Construction Guidelines, Publication No. FHWA NHI-07-092.Non-Binding Content: The contents of this application do not have the force and effect of law and are not meant to bind the public in any way. This application is intended to serve as a quick guide for information on the types and function of geosynthetic materials, specification requirements, and site inspection guidance for walls, slopes, pavements, erosion control and drainage.