Research Article
Oct 1982

Failure of an Anchored Bulkhead

Publication: Journal of the Geotechnical Engineering Division
Volume 108, Issue 10

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An 800-ft (240 m) long anchored bulkhead with a height of 65 ft (20 m) was designed more or less in accord with published recommendations by several acknowledged experts. Nevertheless, the wall failed. Post-failure analysis indicated that the source of error was a lack of understanding of soil behavior under conditions involving significant excavation near the bulkhead. The design was adequate for undrained conditions but was inadequate for fully drained conditions.

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Journal of the Geotechnical Engineering Division
Volume 108Issue 10October 1982
Pages: 1318 - 1327

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Published in print: Oct 1982
Published online: Feb 11, 2021

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David E. Daniel, AM.ASCE
Asst. Prof., Dept. of Civ. Engrg., Univ. of Texas, Austin, Tex. 78712
Roy E. Olson, F.ASCE
Prof., Dept. of Civ. Engrg., Univ. of Texas, Austin, Tex. 78712

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