Environmental
When NJ requires a 'soil boring' as part of a Phase II ESA, the purpose is to:
ADetermine foundation requirements for new construction
BCollect soil samples at various depths to test for chemical contamination below the surface✓ Correct
CMap underground utilities
DComply with CAFRA requirements
Explanation
Soil borings in a Phase II ESA are used to collect subsurface soil (and sometimes groundwater) samples at strategic locations for laboratory analysis to detect and delineate subsurface contamination.
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