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SEISMIC PERFORMANCE OF HILLSIDE FILLS.

Authors :
Stewart, Jonathan P.
Bray, Jonathan D.
McMahon, David J.
Smith, Patrick M.
Kropp, Alan L.
Source :
Journal of Geotechnical & Geoenvironmental Engineering; Nov2001, Vol. 127 Issue 11, p905, 15p, 3 Black and White Photographs, 4 Charts, 12 Graphs
Publication Year :
2001

Abstract

Presents information on a study which discussed permanent ground deformation in unsaturated and compacted hillside fills under seismic loading conditions in California. Overview of grading standards in Southern California; Observations of seismically induced fill movement; Example of effect of fills on structures.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
10900241
Volume :
127
Issue :
11
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Journal of Geotechnical & Geoenvironmental Engineering
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
5496521
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)1090-0241(2001)127:11(905)