Effective Landslide Stabilization Solutions
Providing Reliable and Innovative Geotechnical Solutions to Prevent and Repair Landslides.
Schnabel provides a wide variety of measures and solutions for landslide stabilization including tiedback permanent walls, tiedback discrete structural elements, soldier piles, secant piles and Soil nailing.
A leading Geostructural Design & Construction contractor, Schnabel has the expertise to provide effective landslide repair and control services, based on unique project needs and challenging environmental conditions.
Landslide Stabilization Solutions
Landslides occur when the driving forces on a soil mass exceed the internal resisting forces, causing the land to move. Schnabel provides specialized services to stop or prevent landslides, using proven techniques such as tiebacks, soldier piles, secant piles, and soil nailing.
We offer the following services:
Tieback Anchors
Tiebacks provide a cost-effective way to stabilize slopes, anchoring into soil or rock for strong resistance with minimal disturbance, often allowing slopes to be re-vegetated for a natural finish.
Soldier Piles
Ideal for deep, stable support, soldier piles can be used as a temporary or permanent solution to hold back soil and prevent movement in areas where excavation is challenging.
Secant Piles
Secant piles create a continuous barrier to stabilize slopes and prevent soil from moving. These piles can be installed in combination with tiebacks for extra support.
Soil Nailing
Soil nailing reinforces the slope by adding additional layers of reinforcement to hold the soil in place, preventing landslide movement in vulnerable areas.
Micropiles
Micropiles are used in conjunction with tiebacks to provide additional anchorage in areas with poor soil conditions.
Why Schnabel?
Here’s Why You Should Partner with Schnabel:
Let Schnabel help you prevent or repair landslides with our tailored stabilization solutions.
Real-World Results in Landslide Stabilization
Projects Schnabel Has Worked On
Here are some landslide stabilization projects where Schnabel’s solutions played a critical role:
Gallatin County Landslide Repair
Location:
Warsaw, KY
Client:
Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC)
Background
A 1.25-mile section of U.S. 42 had been prone to landslides, requiring stabilization to safely reopen the highway.
Schnabel’s Solution
Schnabel installed a tieback retaining wall to stabilize the existing landslides, providing long-term support for the roadway.
Results
The highway was reopened five months ahead of schedule, just in time for Memorial Day weekend, ensuring safe passage for the traveling public.
Cal-Poly Landslide Stabilization
Location:
San Luis Obispo, CA
Client:
California Polytechnic State University
Background
In 2017, a landslide on the Cal-Poly San Luis Obispo campus forced the evacuation of the Fremont Dorm, requiring immediate stabilization of the affected area.
Schnabel’s Solution
Schnabel designed and built the earth retention system to stabilize the slide and served as the general contractor for the project.
Results
The project successfully stabilized the landslide and received both the 2023 CalGeo Project of the Year Award and the 2023 APWA Public Works Project of the Year Award.