Brandon Manitoba sits on glacial till and lacustrine clay deposits that can shift with moisture changes. When the clay content is high, subgrades become unstable under load. That is where lime and cement stabilization comes in. The technique alters the soil chemistry, reducing plasticity and increasing load-bearing capacity. Before mixing begins, the team runs a full soil characterization to determine the right binder dosage. A quick soil classification test confirms the clay type and guides the mix design. For projects on Brandon Manitoba's expansive clays, this step separates a durable base from a failed pavement.
Treating Brandon Manitoba's high-plasticity clays with lime reduces PI from above 30 to below 10, eliminating most frost-heave risk.