Retaining Wall with Piles on slope
Retaining Wall with Piles on slope
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I am new to designing retaining walls/piles. I am designing a house on a slope that has a retaining wall to hold up a proposed back yard. The retaining wall runs from 16' above grade to 24' above grade. It will be holding back a fill that will create a flat ground above. Beneath the retaining wall we will have a grade beam to tie the piles and retaining wall together. Can anyone recommend a good resource (either book or program) to help my calculations and general knowledge on the subject? The project is in Los Angeles, CA. Thanks!





RE: Retaining Wall with Piles on slope
Additionally, you will need to look at the deflection of the wall system due to the retained fill and the overall slope stability.
You indicate that you are a structural engineer, so my advice is to work with a geotechnical engineer who can provide recommendations for the wall design, including the type of wall (if feasible).
Again, this sounds expensive (the engineering fee is small potatoes compared to the construction costs), and your client may get some sticker shock.
Good luck!
Jeff
RE: Retaining Wall with Piles on slope
RE: Retaining Wall with Piles on slope