A retaining wall was installed to prevent soils from eroding from the rail track embankment. Temporary helical tieback anchors were installed with no interference to train operations during the construction period. The tiebacks secured the wall and stabilized the slope.
Project Summary:
- Helical Pile Type: 1.75” Square Shaft
- # Helical Anchors: 4
- Location: Philadelphia, PA 19145
- Installation Depth: 30′
- Equipment Used: Cat 312 with 20,0000 ft # Eskridge drive head
- Challenge/Unique Aspect: Limited Access at an active rail yard with mobilization and demobilizations necessary to accommodate railway traffic.
- General Contractor: Rockport Construction
