Use mass haul diagrams to display earthwork volumes along an alignment, based on sectional volume computation.
The use of mass haul diagrams helps designers and contractors understand where gross material movements occur and as key indicators used to compare the economies of alternative designs. These diagrams are typically presented along with profile views for design review. They are used to analyze the following aspects of the design:
- Distance over which the cut and fill will balance
- Amount of material to be moved and the direction of movement
- Identification of borrow pit s and dump site s
To generate mass haul diagrams, you need an alignment, a sample line group, and a list of materials.
For information about creating a material list, see Generating Material Lists.
Tutorial: Working with Mass Haul Diagrams
Topics in this section
- Mass Haul
Measure mass haul volumes and mark grade points, balance points, and free haul and overhaul volumes.
- Creating and Editing Mass Haul Diagrams
Create a mass haul diagram using the Create Mass Haul Diagram wizard, and edit the mass haul diagram’s properties, styles, and settings.
- Editing Mass Haul Settings
Use mass haul settings to specify the default style and name format settings for mass haul lines and views and the default behavior for mass haul-related commands.