This is a materials specification covering geotextile fabrics for use in subsurface drainage; separation; stabilization; erosion control; temporary silt fence; and paving fabrics. This is a material purchasing specification and design review of use is recommended.This specification sets forth a set of physical@ mechanical and endurance properties that must be met@ or exceeded@ by the geotextile being manufactured.In the context of quality systems and management@ this specification represents a manufacturing quality control (MQC) document. However@ its general use is essentially as a recommended design document.This specification is intended to assure both good quality and performance of geotextiles used as listed in Section 1.1@ but is possibly not adequate for the complete specification in a specific situation. Additional tests@ or more restrictive values for the tests indicated@ may be necessary under conditions of a particular application.This is not a construction or design specification. This specification is based on geotextile survivability from installation stresses. Refer to Appendix A of this specification for geotextile construction guidelines.