Following is a listing of some of the reasons for considering the use of a retaining wall:
- Eliminate slope erosion
- Preserve shore lines
- Overcome elevation variations
- Increase usable land area
- Produce aesthetic effects
Some of the criteria to be considered in order to achieve satisfactory results:
- Function in marginal soils
- Satisfy all engineering requirements
- Adaptable to existing and desired site configuration
- Environmmental compatability
- Durability and reliability
- Can it be built, considering the space, access and environmental constraints of the site?
- Speed of construction
- Aesthetic quality
- Cost effectiveness
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