Research Article
Apr 1978
Mapping Liquefaction-Induced Ground Failure Potential
Authors: T. Leslie Youd, M.ASCE, and David M. PerkinsAuthor Affiliations
Publication: Journal of the Geotechnical Engineering Division
Volume 104, Issue 4
Abstract
Geologic and seismologic information is used in concert with criteria developed herein to make regional maps of liquefaction-induced ground failure potential. Two maps, a ground failure opportunity map and a ground failure susceptibility map, are combined to form the potential map. Ground failure opportunity occurs when seismic shaking is strong enough to produce liquefaction and ground failure in susceptible materials. A correlation between earthquake magnitude and maximum distance from energy source to possible liquefiable sites is used with maps of regional seismicity to prepare an opportunity map. The opportunity map has a probabilistic basis. Criteria relating liquefaction susceptibility to sediment type and setting are used with Quaternary geologic maps to derive the susceptibility map. Liquefaction-induced ground failure potential maps are useful for planning, zoning and decision making purposes. Additional geotechnical studies are required for liquefaction potential determinations at specific sites within the map units.
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Journal of the Geotechnical Engineering Division
Volume 104 • Issue 4 • April 1978
Pages: 433 - 446
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© 1978 American Society of Civil Engineers.
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Published in print: Apr 1978
Published online: Feb 11, 2021
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T. Leslie Youd, M.ASCE
Research Civ. Engr., U.S. Geological Survey, Menlo Park, Calif
David M. Perkins
Geophysicist, U.S. Geological Survey, Golden, Colo
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