A retaining wall with a stratified backfill and a surcharge load is shown in figure. Draw the earth pressure diagram detailing the values at the critical points. Also estimate the resultant thrust on the wall and its position. 10 kN/m ft t t f y= 15 kN/m 6= 30° C = 0 3 m 3 Y = 20 kN/m 0 = 10° C = 10 kP 3 m

A retaining wall with a stratified backfill and a surcharge load is shown in figure. Draw the earth pressure diagram detailing the values at the critical points. Also estimate the resultant thrust on the wall and its position. 10 kN/m ft t t f y= 15 kN/m 6= 30° C = 0 3 m 3 Y = 20 kN/m 0 = 10° C = 10 kP 3 m

Principles of Foundation Engineering (MindTap Course List)

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Chapter12: Lateral Earth Pressure

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