What does spoil mean in construction?
Short definition
Spoil is soil, rock, or material removed from an excavation.
Longer explanation
Spoil piles must be managed so they do not surcharge the excavation edge, block access, or create runoff and housekeeping problems.
Example in context
“The project team reviewed the spoil during the construction phase.”
Common users
- Owners
- Architects
- Contractors
- Construction managers