Loading Behind Retaining Wall due to Existing Commercial Builds
Loading Behind Retaining Wall due to Existing Commercial Builds
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I am in the process in designing a retaining wall. Currently, there is a one-story commercial building behind this wall.
Is there a standard distance, which if the commercial building is a certain distance away, one can neglect the loading from the existing commercial building on the retaining wall?
Appreciate your help.
Is there a standard distance, which if the commercial building is a certain distance away, one can neglect the loading from the existing commercial building on the retaining wall?
Appreciate your help.






RE: Loading Behind Retaining Wall due to Existing Commercial Builds
RE: Loading Behind Retaining Wall due to Existing Commercial Builds
For a very rough estimate: draw a 1:1 (45 degree) line from bottom of footing closest to your retaining wall and see if it comes close to your retaining wall.
A disclaimer: I'm just a student at the moment, so my experience is limited to textbook examples.
RE: Loading Behind Retaining Wall due to Existing Commercial Builds
If vehicles could drive at the top then allow at least 100psf forvehicle loads.
If the retaining wall is above the45 degree 'line of influence' from the adjacent footings then it is accepted that it will not recieve significant surcharge loads from the building.
RE: Loading Behind Retaining Wall due to Existing Commercial Builds
RE: Loading Behind Retaining Wall due to Existing Commercial Builds