ACI 318-14 (Table 11.5.4.6) Where Mu/Vu ratio used in equation (e) was calculated at the critical section above the base of the wall (see Figure 1). ACI 318-14 (11.5.4.7) The factored moment at the ultimate section is equals to: Where ϕ = 0.75 for shear ACI 318-14 (Table 21.2.1) Thus, it is not required to calculate the additional shear strength provided by the horizontal reinforcement (Vs) Since 0.5ϕVc is less than Vu, ρl shall be at least the greater of Equation 11.6.2 in the Code and 0.0025 but need not to exceed ρt required by Equation 11.5.4.8. and ρt shall be at least 0.0025. (Those requirements were checked in step 1). ACI 318-14 (11.6.2)