[Cob] clay for cob construction

[john fordice]

Fritz,
Here is a link to a soils analysis for Benton County, Oregon which appears to include your area.
ftp://ftp-fc.sc.egov.usda.gov/MO1/text_pdf/oregon/or606_text.pdf
Looks like there is ample clay in the Corvallis area.
john fordice - CRI
www.cobcode.org <http://www.cobcode.org/>

> On Aug 26, 2015, at 11:52 AM, wilhelmf at onid.orst.edu wrote:
> 
> Thanks very much Phil.  I suspected as much but wanted to get input from those with experience.  I will do as you suggested.
> 
> thanks again,
> 
> Fritz
> 
> 
> Quoting PHIL MOULTON <philmoulton at gmail.com>:
> 
>> Oregon has nothing but clay unless you have a very processed piece of property .
>> Right now clay is harder then rock but keep an eye on craigslist anyone giving away dirt,  it's clay
>> 
>> Sent from Phil Moulton
>> 503-349-8463
>> 
>>> On Aug 26, 2015, at 10:39 AM, wilhelmf at onid.orst.edu wrote:
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>>> Quoting wilhelmf at onid.orst.edu:
>>> 
>>> with the subject line.
>>> 
>>>> I've reviewed a lot of the Archives, but I haven't found a source of clay soil here in the Corvallis Area.  I only need about 4 yards, so delivery is feasible.  I may have clay below the two foot level on my property, but it would be worthwhile to have it delivered.  Is there anyone who has a reliable source of clay loam for Cob construction in Corvallis Oregon?
>>>> 
>>>> thanks,
>>>> 
>>>> Fritz
>>>> 
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