Camp Ronald McDonald For Good Times

Project
Summary

(1994-Present)
Nestled in the San Jacinto Mountains of Southern California, Camp Ronald McDonald for Good Times is the perfect place to relax, have fun and regenerate your spirit. The Roosevelt dinning lodge was originally built in the 1940’s with complete renovation in 2000.
New development of the camp facilities include:
  • multiple housing/cabin clusters
  • dining hall
  • technology center
  • amphitheater
  • a pool
  • new infirmary
  • nature center
  • equestrian center

IFE Role

IFE was retained by the Ronald McDonald for Good Times for geotechnical investigations, compaction and materials testing during construction. IFE services commenced in 1994 and continue today with the growth and improvement for the campsite. Our services have included logging, sampling and analysis for subsurface investigation, geological, geoseismic and liquefaction analysis, cone penetration testing, on-site wastewater design, asphalt concrete pavement recommendations, observation and compaction testing during all earthwork, laboratory soil testing for maximum density, sieve analysis, and corrosivity and asneeded geotechnical consultation during project construction.
  • Site geology review and geologic mapping
  • Regional and local earthquake fault and seismicity evaluation
  • 10 exploratory borings to depths of 50 feet
  • Laboratory testing for geotechnical design parameters
  • Seismic refraction survey for excavation and rippability analysis
  • Infiltration testing
  • Stability analysis of proposed cut and fill slopes
  • Development of recommendations for design and construction
  • Preparation of a comprehensive engineering geology and geotechnical investigation report