ASTM D5313/D5313M-12(2013)
Standard Test Method for Evaluation of Durability of Rock for Erosion Control Under Wetting and Drying Conditions

Standard No.

ASTM D5313/D5313M-12(2013)

Release Date

2012

Published By

American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

Status

Be replaced

Replace By

ASTM D5313/D5313M-21

Latest

ASTM D5313/D5313M-21

Scope

5.1 Rock for erosion control consists of individual pieces of natural stone. The ability of these individual pieces of stone to resist deterioration due to weathering action affects the stability of the integral placement of rock for erosion control and hence, the stability of construction projects, structures, shorelines, and stream banks.

5.2 This test method is designed to determine the effects of wetting and drying action on the individual pieces of rock for erosion control and the resistance of the rock to deterioration. This test method was developed to be used in conjunction with additional test methods listed in Practice D4992. This test method does not provide an absolute value but rather an indication of the resistance to wetting and drying; therefore, the results of this test method are not to be used as the sole basis for the determination of rock durability.

Note 1—The quality of the result produced by this standard is dependent upon the competence of the personnel performing it, and the suitability of the equipment and facilities used. Agencies that meet the criteria of Practice D3740 are generally considered capable of competent and objective testing/sampling/inspection/etc. Users of this standard are cautioned that compliance with Practice D3740 does not in itself assure reliable results. Reliable results depend on many factors; Practice D3740 provides a means of evaluation some of those factors.

1.1 This test method covers procedures for evaluating the durability of rock for erosion control when exposed to wetting and drying conditions on slabs of rock. This weathering test exposes the rock to wetting and drying cycles similar to fluctuating water levels and weather conditions. The rock slabs, prepared in accordance with procedures in Practice D5121, are intended to be representative of erosion control rock and its weaknesses. The test is appropriate for breakwater stone, armor stone, riprap and gabion sized rock materials.

The limitations of the test are twofold. First, the size of the cut rock slab specimens may eliminate some of the internal defects present in the rock structure. The test specimens may not be representative of the quality of the larger rock samples used in construction. Careful examination of the rock source and proper sampling are essential in minimizing this limitation. Secondly, the test requires the rock slabs to be exposed to 80 wetting-drying cycles. The test is time intensive and will require approximately three months to complete the sample preparation, testing, and analysis portions of the procedure.

1.2 The use of reclaimed concrete and other materials is beyond the scope of this test method.

1.3 Units—The values stated in either SI units or inch-pound units [presented in brackets] are to be regarded separately as standard. The values stated in each system ......

ASTM D5313/D5313M-12(2013) Referenced Document

• ASTM D2216 Standard Test Method for Laboratory Determination of Water (Moisture) Content of Soil and Rock by Mass
• ASTM D3740 Standard Practice for Minimum Requirements for Agencies Engaged in the Testing and/or Inspection of Soil and Rock as Used in Engineering Design and Construction
• ASTM D4753 Standard Specification for Evaluating, Selecting, and Specifying Balances and Scales for Use in Soil, Rock, and Construction Materials Testing
• ASTM D4992 Standard Practice for Evaluation of Rock to be Used for Erosion Control
• ASTM D5121 Standard Practice for Preparation of Rock Slabs for Durability Testing
• ASTM D6026 Standard Practice for Using Significant Digits in Geotechnical Data
• ASTM D653 Standard Terminology Relating to Soil, Rock, and Contained Fluids

ASTM D5313/D5313M-12(2013) history

• 2021 ASTM D5313/D5313M-21 Standard Test Method for Evaluation of Durability of Rock for Erosion Control Under Wetting and Drying Conditions
• 2012 ASTM D5313/D5313M-12(2013) Standard Test Method for Evaluation of Durability of Rock for Erosion Control Under Wetting and Drying Conditions
• 2012 ASTM D5313/D5313M-12 Standard Test Method for Evaluation of Durability of Rock for Erosion Control Under Wetting and Drying Conditions
• 2004 ASTM D5313-04 Standard Test Method for Evaluation of Durability of Rock for Erosion Control Under Wetting and Drying Conditions
• 1992 ASTM D5313-92(1997) Standard Test Method for Evaluation of Durability of Rock for Erosion Control Under Wetting and Drying Conditions