As others have stated, each sculpture needs to have a foundation designed specifically for it, considering those factors mentioned of wind load, type of public use (e.g. might people climb on it?), underground site conditions, and the design of the sculpture itself. In New England, we specify a four-foot height dimension on below-grade footings so that it goes below frost line. A structural engineer should determine what each sculpture needs. That engineer’s stamp would also address liability for whatever entity owns the piece for its duration on the site.

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From: public_art_network@americansforthearts.simplelists.com <public_art_network@americansforthearts.simplelists.com> On Behalf Of Elan Buchen
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To echo what others have said, there is also the drainage to consider depending on the size of the cement slab and the use of the space. You’ll want to make sure you are not creating a drainage or stormwater maintenance issue with the creation of the pad. I also suggest pouring the slab at grade if possible to remove any potential tripping hazards. Depending on the size of the pieces considered and the area, you may have wind load to consider for your pieces as well so any additional details would help shape your pads (literally).

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I would also add, that the depth and size, along with the fact that it may need reinforced rebar, is dependant on the depth you are pouring it. Is it sitting above ground, at grade level or below grade. What is your weather climate, will you experience heave in the winter due to ground freeze etc. As Julia stated, their is no one size fits all for sculpture. You will also need to take into account the weight of the work and what lies below the surface in which you are pouring (grass, soil, loam, crushed rock, clay..etc).

On Tue, Jun 16, 2020 at 8:59 AM Julia Muney Moore <jmoore@indyarts.org> wrote:

There is no standard--it all depends on what you plan to put on it. If you're looking for something that can host a rotating sculpture series, I would make it at least 12" thick and have an engineer calculate the maximum height, weight, and spread of what can be put on there. Be sure you communicate that to your sculpture show entrants as well.

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On Tue, Jun 16, 2020 at 8:33 AM Powell, Hannah - HannahPowell at KingsportTN.gov (via public_art_network list) <public_art_network@americansforthearts.simplelists.com> wrote:

What is the standard for a cement pad for sculpture? 4-inch think? 6-inch?

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