These phases are explained briefly.
Concrete block retaining wall design guide.
Soil mechanics simplified 4.
Design procedure overview 3.
Construction of concrete block retaining wall with steps.
Retaining wall design 10 editionth a design guide for earth retaining structures contents at a glance.
Follow the block manufacturer s instructions for wall height limits.
The walls are designed and constructed as either gravity retaining walls conventional or reinforced soil retaining walls.
The system consists.
Building codes and retaining walls 5.
Earthquake seismic design 7.
Soil bearing and stability 8.
The interlocking retaining wall block can be used to build walls up to 24 to 36 inches high depending on the size of the block.
Avoid having downspouts pointed at the retaining wall and if it s against the house keep soil and mulch well below the siding.
These systems are easy to install durable reasonably priced and available in a variety of colors and textures.
An information series from the national authority on concrete masonry technology ncma tek 15 8a 1 guide to segmental retaining walls introduction segmental retaining walls are modular block retaining walls used for vertical grade change applications.
Forces on retaining walls 6.
Concrete block retaining wall construction consists of number of phases including excavation foundation soil preparation retaining wall base construction concrete block unit placement grouting and drainage system installation.
A concrete block retaining wall is the perfect solution to control erosion to eliminate a hard to mow slope to add a planting bed or to level an ideal patio area.