Case Studies
WCML Rock Cuttings
Failure Debris
- Contract:
- WCML Rock cuttings - Raccleugh YD130
- Client:
- Network Rail
- Designer:
- Halcrow & Scott Wilson
- Contract Value:
- £600k
- Contract Form:
- NR 3
- Contract Duration:
- 3 months
Project Description
WCM1 46m 0292y – 46m 0924y
Three sets of discontinuities were identified on the slope which also had a history of failure debris.
Scope of Works
Coppice bushes/trees
De-veg and light scaling of rock slope
Design as appropriate containment/soil erosion netting, rock bolting, soil nailing and dentition
Inhibit re-growth of coppices below the netting
Carry out assessment of existing drainage, clean out, repair and improve existing slope drains while installing new crest drainage where necessary.
Key Issues
- Management of large workforce in short timescales
- Liaison with third party landowners
- Conflicting projects