Geopiers thread261-64135
Geopiers thread261-64135
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For geopiers in the GWT: How effective can the ramming action be insofar as to densification and/or increase lateral stress below the groundwater table (skeptical)? Also, does anyone know if geopiers can take lateral loads?





RE: Geopiers thread261-64135
Geopiers don't really "take" lateral loads, but they can provide increased sliding resistance due to the higher base friction of the aggregate compared to that of the site soil.
RE: Geopiers thread261-64135
The piers that are rammed into the soil with no predrilling will have provide some densification of the surrounding soils as they are basically displacement piers; however, the actual "lateral load capacity" would still be basically zero. They are intended to provide improvement in vertical bearing capacity - not lateral capacity.
RE: Geopiers thread261-64135
RE: Geopiers thread261-64135
RE: Geopiers thread261-64135
Never, but never question engineer's judgement
RE: Geopiers thread261-64135