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What is Bearing Capacity of Soil? How will you calculate for
a particular type of Soil?

Answer Posted / dhinesh velalagan

The load or pressure developed under the foundation without introducing any damaging movement in the foundation and in the supporting structure is called bearing capacity of the soil. it depends upon the grain size of the soil, size and shape of the footing.

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