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SECTION 145 GEOSYNTHETIC REINFORCEMENT 145-1 Description. This Section specifies the construction requirements for geosynthetics used in: geosynthetic reinforced soil slopes, and geosynthetic reinforced foundations constructed on soft in-situ soils. Furnish and place geosynthetics and any associated facing material or drainage blankets. 145-2 Responsibility. Construct the geosynthetic reinforced feature, including materials, method, and installation based on information provided in the Contract [...] activities, and on-site technical assistance during construction. Submit a copy of any instructions provided by the supplier to the Engineer prior to beginning installation. 145-4.2 Reinforced Soil Slopes: 145-4.2.1 Preparation: Remove all existing vegetation and all unsuitable foundation materials. Prepare the foundation in accordance with Section 110, except as noted herein. Proof roll the graded area with a vibratory roller weighing a minimum of 8 tons or a sheepsfoot roller, where [...] in accordance with FM 5-550. If the resolution test result satisfies the required criteria, material of that soil type will be verified and accepted. If the resolution test results do not meet the required criteria, reject the material and reconstruct with acceptable material. 145-8 Method of Measurement. 145-8.1 Geosynthetic Reinforced Soil Slopes: The quantity to be paid for will be the plan area, in square feet, of the projected vertical height of the slope face, measured from the top of
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For soil slope applications, Alabama Department of Transportation (DOT) specifies that the geosynthetic reinforcement (either geogrid or geotextile) shall be constructed of polyester, polypropylene, or polyethylene, resistant to all naturally occurring alkaline and acidic soil conditions, and resistant to heat, ultraviolet light, and to attack by bacteria and fungi in the soil . Reinforcement for soil slopes shall be any geosynthetic whose strength in the machine direction equals or exceeds the [...] Reinforced slopes are a form of mechanically stabilized earth that incorporate planar reinforcing elements for the construction of sloped structures with inclinations less than 70°. Structures with inclinations over 70° are classified as walls . For uniform fill soil, there is a limiting slope angle under which an unreinforced slope may be built safely. The limiting angle of the slope is equal to the friction angle of the soil in the case of a cohesionless and dry material. Therefore, a slope [...] ## 5. Construction Practices
The construction of geosynthetic reinforced steep slopes is similar to normal embankment construction, as the reinforcement can be easily incorporated into the backfill material . Information from transportation agencies, manufacturers, and engineers was synthesized by the research team to determine current methods.
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Geosynthetic Reinforced Embankments January 2026 Page 1 of 17 1 Geosynthetic Reinforced Embankments Geosynthetic Reinforced Embankment (GRE) is a system that incorporates planar geosynthetic reinforcement within a slope (Figure 1) for slope inclinations less than 70 degrees from horizontal. A GRE is also referred to as a Reinforced Soil Slope. Situations where GRE may be used include: • Limited right of way • Shortage of fill quantity for slope construction • Excess of excavated materials • [...] horizontally near the top of the slope for the installation of geosynthetic reinforcements. If necessary, one traffic lane may need to be closed during construction. Processed landslide debris may be used as reinforced soil if sufficient geosynthetic reinforcements are used, the reinforced soil materials do not cause creep, and proper subdrain is designed. To keep the slope dry, prefabricated vertical drains may be placed horizontally in conjunction with the geosynthetic reinforcements. 4 [...] and design. • Adjust geosynthetic reinforcement lengths according to stability demand. Reduce the reinforcement lengths toward the top of the slope as the demand reduces. • The reinforcement lengths must be at least 8 feet. • The vertical spacing of geosynthetic reinforcements should be the multiplier of the compacted thickness of reinforced soil layer. For example, if typical compacted thickness of reinforced soil is 6 inches, during design place geosynthetic reinforcements at 6, 12, or 24
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Contractor: Planum Purpose: Support Structure for Bridge Abutment Geosynthetic Material: Reinforcement: Polyester Geogrid Facing: Polymer Mesh Slope Height: 31 ft Slope Length: 394 ft Slope Angle: 68° Construction Sequence: The reinforced soil slope was formed using geogrid with a wraparound face in 2 ft vertical lifts with a fine green mesh used to retain the soil behind the front face. Permanent lost formwork of angled steel mesh panels were used to form the front face and assist in [...] Geosynthetic Material: Reinforcement: Polyester Geogrid (3600 lb/ft) Facing: Welded Wire Forms Foundation Soil: Silty-Sand Slope Height: 26 ft Slope Angle: 1H:1V Construction Specifications: South Carolina DOT Construction Sequence: The slope design required primary geogrid reinforcement to be placed at 2 ft vertical spacing for the bottom third of the slope and 6 ft vertical spacing in the upper third of the slope. The geogrid embedment lengths required to satisfy overall slope [...] until covered and satisfactorily completing the work. Pennsylvania DOT (2007) Measurement and payment of the geosynthetic reinforced slope systems shall be by vertical square foot of the reinforced slope. All materials and construction of reinforced slope system, including required and discretionary laboratory tests, foundation preparation, all geosynthetics, wire forms, all fill materials, turf reinforcement mat, seeding and soil supplements and all drainage. West Virginia DOT (2010) The
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Reinforced slopes that are 1(H): 1(V) and steeper typically require additional facing support during construction. A geosynthetic face wrap and/or a hard armor facing support system is often employed in these scenarios. Particularly when constructing slopes with materials like silts and poorly graded sands and gravels, or in environments subjected to external erosive forces such as mild water currents and/or wave attack, robust facing supports are essential. Temporary supports such as wooden [...] Reinforced soil slopes (RSS) stand as a cornerstone in modern geotechnical engineering, offering robust solutions for constructing slopes with inclinations less than 70 degrees from the horizontal. These structures are pivotal in combating erosion, facilitating vegetation growth, and ensuring the stability of steepened terrain. The general facing systems deployed in these constructions can be broadly classified into two types: soft or vegetated and hard armored systems, which may or may not [...] Geosynthetic materials, including geotextiles and geogrids, play a versatile role in RSS, enhancing structural support, facilitating drainage, and supporting vegetation growth. These synthetic solutions bridge the gap between soft and hard facing options for reinforced slopes, offering tailored reinforcement that meets specific site requirements. They are particularly valuable in environments subjected to dynamic weather conditions and hydraulic pressures, where traditional materials might fail
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and the size and angularity of the reinforced fill. For RSS construction, lightweight, low strength geotextiles and geogrids should be avoided to minimize damage with ensuing loss of strength. Protocols for field testing for this reduction factor are detailed in Elias, et al. (2009) and in ASTM D5818 – Standard Practice for Exposure and Retrieval of Samples to Evaluate Installation Damage of Geosynthetics. These protocols require that the geosynthetic material be subjected to a reinforced fill [...] of geosynthetic resisting force Intermediate reinforcement should be placed in continuous layers and does not need to be as strong as the primary reinforcement, but it must be strong enough to survive construction (e.g., minimum survivability requirements for geotextiles in Geotechnical Design Manual APPENDIX D January 2022 D-21 road stabilization applications in AASHTO M288) and provide localized tensile reinforcement to the surficial soils. If the interface friction angle of the intermediate [...] of Transportation, Washington D.C. Holtz, R. D., Christopher, B. R., and Berg, R. R. (2008), Geosynthetic Design and Construction Guidelines, (Publication No. FHWA NHI-97-092), National Highway Institute, Federal Highway Administration, U.S. Department of Transportation, Washington D.C. Jewell, R. A., (1990), “Revised Design Charts for Steep Reinforced Slopes, Reinforced Embankments: Theory and Practice in the British Isles”, Thomas Telford, London, United Kingdom. Leshchinsky, E. and Boedeker,
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sciencedirect.com
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The use of geosynthetics in civil engineering applications is increasing annually. One new application, the construction of a geosynthetic-reinforced soil foundation (GRSF) to support a shallow spread footing has considerable potential as a cost-effective alternative to over-excavation and replacement, consolidation, densification and chemical stabilization. In this technique, one or more layers of a geosynthetic reinforcement and controlled fill are placed below a shallow spread footing to [...] There are a number of advantages to constructing a _reinforced soil slope_ (RSS). These come about from a combination of the smaller footprint required, resulting in a reduced right-of-way, and a savings in the total volume of material required to construct a slope or embankment to a particular height. Use of reinforcement may also allow construction of slopes with lower-quality fill material. Where space is available, a RSS can also serve as an economical alternative to MSE walls. It has been [...] The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has recently embraced a newer version of the MSE wall referred to as geosynthetic reinforced soil (GRS) (or geosynthetically confined soil, GCS, by others) (Figure 14.15). These walls employ techniques similar to those for construction of MSE walls, but use much closer vertical spacing (typically 20 cm=8 in.); lighter-weight reinforcement (typically a woven polypropylene geotextile); well-compacted, select granular fill; and smaller facing elements
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# VideoCast | Building with Geosynthetic Reinforced Soil
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Posted: 4 Aug 2016
In this VideoCast we introduce you to building with Geosynthetic Reinforced Soil which makes it possible to construct foundations, slopes to build steep embankments and construct vertical retaining walls. Get to know the action mechanisms and the diverse range of possible applications.
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