Module 6 : Design of Retaining Structures
Lecture 26 : Introduction [ Section 26.2 : Different Types of Retaining Structures ]
   
Crib walls
  Crib walls have been made of various materials including wood, concrete and even plastic. The cribs are made of interlocking headers and stretchers that are stacked like the walls of a log cabin. Crib walls are usually quite large and can be out of scale and character with the surrounding landscape. In addition, heavy construction equipment is required to lay the courses, possibly impacting sensitive areas. It can be used for moderate heights of 4m to 6m
 
 

Fig. 6.10 (i) Crib wall

Fig. 6.11 (ii) Crib wall

     
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