Natural slopes and landslides - condition, assessment, and mitigation
Publication C810
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Civil & Structural Supplement
Series
Publication
Abstract
Looks at the factors affecting the condition, and sets out guidance for assessing and mitigating the impacts of landslides on natural slopes and nearby infrastructure. Considers weathering effects, how landslides occur, investigation techniques, mapping and modelling, hazards and risk assessment, legislation, management strategy, mitigation options and remediation, design and engineering works.
Author
Koe, A. et al
History
A companion document for C591 Infrastructure cuttings condition appraisal and remedial treatment (CIRIA, 2003) and C592 Infrastructure embankments condition appraisal and remedial treatment (CIRIA, 2003). Based on RP117
ISBN
9780860179542
Subjects
- Civil engineering, infrastructure and public utilities
- Site investigation
- Earthworks/foundations/piling/retaining walls
Publisher History
CIRIA was formerly known as the Construction Industry Research and Information Association. They are a member-based research and information organisation who publish reports and technical papers covering building and civil engineering as well as transport and utilities infrastructure.
Information
NBS
NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.
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