ABSTRACT
The distress in the RE walls is attributed to either one multiple reasons, such as insufficient ground investigations, poor interpretations, inadequate designs, improper construction, and human errors. The current study examines failures of two recent Reinforced Earth wall in India, and identifies the likely causes of failure, through a systematic study of all stages of construction. Measures to avert such failures are also discussed. The investigation of the three case studies revealed that the drainage of RE Wall must be properly considered in RE walls, and highest quality control measures must be exercised in its construction. In view of the changes in the rainfall pattern, and increased probability of occurrence of high intensity of rainfall over several parts of India, it is suggested to cover the backfill material in order to avoid the water infiltration, if any, during the construction phase.
