Soil mechanics simplified 4.
Concrete block retaining wall design.
A concrete block retaining wall is the perfect solution to control erosion to eliminate a hard to mow slope to add a planting bed or to level an ideal patio area.
Our commercial and residential segmental walls are durable and easy to install making them a great choice for any project.
Available in block widths of 28 41 and 60 inches 710 1030 and 1520.
These systems are easy to install durable reasonably priced and available in a variety of colors and textures.
These large wetcast blocks are like one ton lego blocks that interlock to create tall gravity retaining walls.
Soil bearing and stability 8.
Forces on retaining walls 6.
The shapes of our retaining wall blocks permit 90 degree corners and curves to be included in designs which gives designers more options to work with.
Follow the block manufacturer s instructions for wall height limits.
Concrete retaining wall blocks from shea concrete products are constructed in a collection of shapes that offer the ideal blend of function and form for your retaining wall project.
Concrete block retaining wall construction consists of number of phases including excavation foundation soil preparation retaining wall base construction concrete block unit placement grouting and drainage system installation.
Building codes and retaining walls 5.
Design procedure overview 3.
Excavation work for concrete block retaining walls.
Browse our selection of freestanding and retaining wall block systems for product specifications and installation guides.
Retaining wall design 10 editionth a design guide for earth retaining structures contents at a glance.
Integrate redi rock standard blocks with the entire family of redi rock products to create a seamless structurally sound solution for your next project.
Concrete blocks are ideal for building walls to hold back the soil after you dig into a slope for a pathway patio or another landscaping project.
Block retaining walls are generally the same as freestanding block walls but with a few important differences.
Earthquake seismic design 7.
The interlocking retaining wall block can be used to build walls up to 24 to 36 inches high depending on the size of the block.