The backfill behind the concrete retaining wall weighs 110 pcf and the angle of internal friction is 30 degrees. The live load surcharge on the surface of horizontal backfill is 200 psf. a. Determine the total active force acting on the wall per unit width. b. Find the factor of safety against overturning.

The backfill behind the concrete retaining wall weighs 110 pcf and the angle of internal friction is 30 degrees. The live load surcharge on the surface of horizontal backfill is 200 psf. a. Determine the total active force acting on the wall per unit width. b. Find the factor of safety against overturning.

Structural Analysis

6th Edition

ISBN:9781337630931

Author:KASSIMALI, Aslam.

Publisher:KASSIMALI, Aslam.

Chapter2: Loads On Structures

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