Pile Capacity Calculator
Estimate single pile bearing capacity including point resistance and skin friction. Uses alpha and beta methods with a factor of safety of 2.5.
Inputs
in
ft
psf
°
pcf
ft
Results
Ultimate Capacity
124,159 lb
Allowable Load (FS=2.5)
49,664 lb
Point Bearing (Qp)46,521 lb
Skin Friction (Qs)77,638 lb
How to Use This Calculator
- Enter pile diameter (inches), pile length (ft), soil cohesion (psf), and friction angle (°).
- Set soil unit weight (pcf) and groundwater depth (ft).
- Review ultimate pile capacity and allowable capacity with factor of safety.
- Verify with a site-specific geotechnical report before construction.
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