ABSTRACT
Reinforced soil structures are widely used in construction, especially for infrastructure and riverbank protection. This paper presents a unique application of such structures to im-prove access to the Taratarini temple, a major religious and tourist destination atop Kumari hills. The existing single-lane road is inadequate, offering limited parking and no space for visitor activities. To overcome these challenges, the project proposes roadway widening, parking development, and space expansion near the temple. Due to the site’s steep natural slope, reinforced soil structures are essential to stabilize the fill and create usable space. A shored reinforced soil structure with a gabion fascia, geogrids, and soil nailing is used, considering limited space and excavation constraints. Drainage provisions are included, and the toe of the structure is further stabilized using prestressed cable anchors. This solution effectively addresses both structural and functional requirements within the challenging topography of the site.
