SlideRuleEra
Structural
- Jun 2, 2003
- 5,527
I have a project where your input would be appreciated. Problem is, I am my own client, so I won't post this do-it-yourself question in a regular forum. My wife and I are moving to a new (20 year old) home that has a 3' high (maximum), chevron-shaped retaining wall about 15 feet from the back door. It is constructed of horizontal rail road cross ties and has deteriorated quite a bit (we assume that it is the same age as the house).
Here is a photo of the 40' long leg of the chevron
Here is a photo of the other leg of the chevron (20' long)
The highest point of the wall (3 feet) is at the point of the chevron. Soils are sandy.
...oh yes, the wall is between us and one of our neighbors, "Allie" - here is her photo
She is a 9 ft. long American Alligator who spends most of the sunny days basking behind the house. Good neighbor, so far, keeps to herself.
My question is, based on these photos (the first two photos), how long would be a reasonable time to delay repair/ replacement of the wall? Appreciate your comments.
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Here is a photo of the 40' long leg of the chevron

Here is a photo of the other leg of the chevron (20' long)

The highest point of the wall (3 feet) is at the point of the chevron. Soils are sandy.
...oh yes, the wall is between us and one of our neighbors, "Allie" - here is her photo

She is a 9 ft. long American Alligator who spends most of the sunny days basking behind the house. Good neighbor, so far, keeps to herself.
My question is, based on these photos (the first two photos), how long would be a reasonable time to delay repair/ replacement of the wall? Appreciate your comments.
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