currently we are having hand shear vane and shear box tests done to clarify what the soil is. Also boreholes and trial pits will be done to determine what the layers are. From visual inspection the clay is very stiff with small deposits of 6N or 6P structural fill. There must be theoretical...
unfortunately we can't get a geotechnical engineer in to assess it. The cut is to be about 4m high. I'm only really interested in assessing the 2:1 slope as i'm fairly sure the 1:1 slope will stand up fine. The slope is to be in place for approx. 5 months. I'm going to assume for the worste case...
I've been set the task of designing a temporary batter behind a subway wall. It's got to withstand the standard highway loads. there is limited working space due to where the carriageway is and so I've suggested a 2:1 slope for about 2m from the subway wall then tappering down to 1:1. The soil...