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Recent experiences with ground retaining systems in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Author(s):
Alejo Sfriso
Date:
Friday, May 24, 2019
First presented:
The 4th Bolivian International Conference on Deep Foundation
Type:
Published paper
Category:
Geotechnical
This paper presents a summary of the current construction procedures for urban excavations in Buenos Aires, Argentina. The geotechnical conditions are briefly described, and a few case histories are reported. These case histories include large excavations supported with posttensioned anchors, excavations supported with piles, and diaphragm walls. Finally, the current engineering procedures are discussed and some recommendations for the advancement of the engineering of excavations is proposed.
