Stabilization of Wet Ground

The problem of soil stabilization is very relevant for regions with a short warm season, without a developed infrastructure, with clay soils or loams that are very sensitive to moisture. Roads on such grounds become almost impassable after rain, after which they dry for a long time. Construction of buildings in such areas is also significantly complicated.

Definition

The method of stabilization of weak soils of organic origin for the construction of railway, automobile and other infrastructure is a method of deep stabilization of fragile soils, which is to add dry binders to the base layer of the soil.

This operation is performed before:

• Construction of industrial buildings, internal territories;
• The construction of bridges and the strengthening of hydraulic structures;
• Horizontal drilling and pressure reduction on the ground;
• The construction of fortifications on the banks, protection from soil erosion, strengthening of the bottom in reservoirs;
• Treatment, isolation, and neutralization of hazardous toxic waste;
• Reuse of any industrial technology.

Advantages of Fortified Soil

• Increasing the strength of the soil. The stability and bearing capacity of the embankment directly depends on the strength of the soil. Due to the strengthening of the foundation, the dilution of the embankment is prevented and the load on the retaining walls is reduced.
• Prevent soil deformation and reduce shrinkage. These measures stabilize the embankment, reduce shrink time and reduce horizontal displacements.
• Improving stiffness rates. This means a reduction in the vibration transmitted to the surrounding areas and an increase in the dynamic characteristics.
• Cleaning contaminated soil. This means soil compaction and the creation of a natural barrier, as well as the stabilization of contaminated soil.

Wet Ground Stabilization Technologies

One of the methods is the use of a composition for soil stabilization, containing a filler, an astringent and an enzyme. Dolomite lime and zeolite is used as a stabilizing material, crushed stone is used as a filler. The cons of the method in the loss of properties during operation.

There is also a technology for stabilizing the wet ground, often called classic, which is quite simple and versatile. According to this technology, the soil with natural moisture is cut to a depth of 20 cm, a dry mixture of lime 2-4% and cement 9-15% is added and mixed. Special technique seals coating. The disadvantages of this technology are a large amount of processed soil.

It is also possible to use special sediment control products, for example, sediment dewatering bags or silt socks. Their advantages are in their affordable price and the possibility of ubiquitous usage.

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