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Soil Nailing

Visalia, CA
 
May 2000 -
 
Several soil nailed wall structures were required for the widening of State Highway 198 in Visalia, CA. However, the contractor experienced some difficulties in several sections, related to the soil conditions and his construction methodologies.

Geosystems was engaged by the California Department of Transportation to:

  • Review all relevant technical and contractual correspondence.
  • Visit site and assess the construction operation.
  • Review various construction alternatives.
  • Make recommendations as to future practice.
  • Assist CalTrans in claim defense.
 

Contact

 Mr. Richard Salinas
Senior Bridge Engineer
State of California
Department of Transportation
2510 S. East Ave., Suite 400
Fresno, CA 93706
(559) 445-5883
rsalinas@dot.ca.gov

 

Technical Papers
Bruce, D.A. (1993). “In Situ Earth Reinforcing by Soil Nailing.” Chapter 11, “Underpinning-and Retention.” Edited by S. Thornburn and G.S. Littlejohn, Published by Blackie Academic and Professional, pp. 340-394.
Bruce, D.A. (1987). “Structural Repair by Grouting.” 3rd International Conference on Structural Faults and Repairs, London, July, 21 pp.

 

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