Active Earth Pressure: The lateral stress generated by soil when it attains a state close to failure, typically induced by a movement away from a retaining structure.

Lack of gravel backfill behind your wall keeps water trapped near the structure. Over time, this water-heavy soil exerts ...

Proper retaining wall drainage can be the difference between a sturdy wall and one that leans. Learn how to prevent and mitigate drainage problems.

A retaining wall built of concrete must be carefully designed, with effective support and adequate drainage. It is not a DIY project. Challenges of installation.

Keystone Retaining Wall Systems updated two of its Keystone construction manuals and a new Keystone Design Manual & KeyWallPRO Operating Guide.. The Keystone Construction Manual covers design ...

Winding switchback roads leading to the hub are supported by segmental retaining walls measuring up to 60 feet in height. “Vertica Wall was shown to be a viable product that could hold up to the ...

Start the retaining wall with stones 12 inches deep, set against the earth bank. This layer, or course, can be any height but would typically be about 6 inches.

According to the forensic engineering report, the ground underneath the collapsed retaining wall, known as Wall 22, had a history of instability because of chronic groundwater on site.

[1] Study on active earth pressure of narrow backfill of balance weight retaining wall under translational displacement mode. Developments in the Built Environment (2024).