About designing foundation

[eps1lon]

What are the points that should be considered to design foundation for a 3 storied building when there is a water body(pond) near one side of the building. The water body is at a distance of less than 3m from the boundary of the building. Would a retaining wall be sufficient to protect the foundation? If yes, what should be the depth of the retaining wall with respect to foundation depth?

Thanks in advance.

 

[EireChch]

Yes-10m

 

[oldestguy]

Depth of ground water at the building since it affects bearing capacity. You get this from the usual soils investigation work.

 

[r13]

eps1lon,

You should delete the thread posted on the structural engineering forum, if you wish to start anew. I agree that this forum is a more proper place for your concerns.

 

[eps1lon]

@retired13

Thanks for your suggestion. I just deleted my previous thread as this forum seems more appropriate.