Foundation with Sand Pile - Material Delivery
Photo Details
- Date: October 20, 2025
- Time: 2:12 PM EDT (37 seconds after previous photo)
- Weather: Clear skies, 59°F. Ideal conditions for foundation work and photography.
- Phase: Foundation preparation with materials on-site
- Location: 309 E. 7th St., Clare, MI
Description
This image shows the same foundation area from a slightly different angle, with a large pile of sand material visible in the foreground on the right side.
Visible Elements
- Foundation Bed: Smooth, leveled sand/gravel base with wooden forms around perimeter
- Sand Pile: Large mound of sand material in the foreground right
- Appears to be clean, fine sand
- Likely for backfilling, finish grading, or additional foundation work
- Orange Markings: Construction layout marks visible on the foundation surface
- Property Boundaries:
- White lattice fence (left/neighbor side)
- Natural wood fence (right/rear)
- Shed structure visible in right background
- Existing House: White residential structure visible on the left
- Fall Foliage: Autumn trees with colorful leaves visible throughout
Construction Context
The sand pile suggests active material staging for the foundation work. This could be used for:
- Backfilling around the rat wall after concrete is poured
- Final grading around the garage perimeter
- Bedding material for utility lines
- Additional base material if needed
Photographer’s Shadow
Photographer’s shadow visible in the bottom left, indicating early afternoon sun angle (2:12 PM EDT) with bright, warm lighting.
Related Documents
- Hershberger’s Contract - Foundation specifications
- Foundation and Slab - Foundation construction details