Innovative solutions for slope stability reinforcement and characterization
By: by David J. White ... [et al.]
Contributors: Iowa. Department of Transportation
Publisher: Center for Transportation Research and Education, Iowa State University
Published: 2005
Place of publication: Ames, Iowa
Language: eng
Subjects: Embankments; Design and construction; Roads; Slopes (Soil mechanics); Stability
Description: Soil slope instability concerning highway infrastructure is an ongoing problem in Iowa, as slope failures endanger public safety and continue to result in costly repair work.  Characterization of slope-failures is complicated, because the factors affecting slope stability can be difficult to discern and measure, particularly soil shear strength parameters.  While in the past extensive research has been conducted on slope stability investigations and analysis, this research consists of field investigations addressing both the characterization and reinforcement of such slope failures.
Notes: "December 2005."

Includes bibliographical references.

Final report.

Also available through the Internet.

Sponsored by the Iowa Highway Research Board and Iowa Dept. of Transportation. IHRB project TR-489. CTRE project 03-127.