Stability of Rubble Retaining Wall
Stability of Rubble Retaining Wall
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Anyone had experience in the stability of this type of retaining wall? Thank you.
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Stability of Rubble Retaining Wall
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RE: Stability of Rubble Retaining Wall
I've inspected several hundred rubble walls, quite a few in the 20+' height. Bulging is obviously a major concern. I've seen concrete walls that have noticeably tilted or displaced laterally; with stone they'll fail first. Another thing to look for is weathering/deterioration of stones; erosion along the base because water is meant - at least in the old days - to flow through the wall. Vegetation growing from a wall can also affect stability.
Most of the stone walls I've inspected are probably 100+ years old and generally still functioning well.
RE: Stability of Rubble Retaining Wall
RE: Stability of Rubble Retaining Wall
RE: Stability of Rubble Retaining Wall
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