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Slope Stability Technical Guidance


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This page includes:

Slope Improvement Methods, and
Slope Stability Analysis Techniques.

 

 

 

SLOPE IMPROVEMENT METHODS


The method chosen for improving slope stability depends on many factors, including type or projected type of slope failure, soil characteristics and site constraints. Frequently, more than one mitigation technique is required. Typical slope mitigation techniques that are used include:

Drainage Improvements - Since water is the biggest culprit in failing slopes, drainage improvements should be the first priority. Some drainage improvements may include:

  • Collect or divert surface water from the problem slope. This may include catch basins, swales or sealing tension cracks to prevent infiltration.
  • Collect and remove subsurface water. This may include drains constructed within the subsurface to remove excess seepage, or lower ground water.

Earthwork - The steeper the slope, the more prone it is to fail. Some earthwork mitigation techniques are as follows:

  • Remove the upper soils of the slope to create a flatter slope. This is frequently done for existing landslides.
  • Buttress the slope toe by filling with rock, gravel or soil.
  • Benching the slope if each bench is on competent subgrade.

Structural Improvements - Structural improvements include:

  • Mechanically Stabilized Earth (MSE)
  • Retaining walls.
  • Soil nailing
  • Tie backs
  • Reticulated micropiles
  • Piles or drilled shafts

 

 

SLOPE STABILITY ANALYSIS TECHNIQUES


These days, slope stability analyses are usually performed via software using an appropriate method for the specific site conditions.

Bishop's Simplified Method and Method of Slices considers a circular failure surface. Janbu's Simplified Method and Spencer's Method account for both circular and non-circular failure surfaces. Morgenstern-Price Method is completed for non-circular slip planes only.

Two different theories with equations are provided here on the slope stability analysis guidance document. These equations provide a good overview of the factors that resist slope movement, and the forces that induce landslides. 

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