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Wall Stability

Free standing or retaining walls should not exceed the 2:1 ratio

Internal supports

Non retaining walls less than the 2:1 ratio, will need internal supports to prevent collapse

Support Post Spacing

Gabion support posts spacing should be no greater than 3ft apart.

Hollow Steel Posts

Hollow steel posts need to be capped to prevent water entry

Engineer's Design

An engineer’s design will take precedence, over these guidelines.

Bracewire Example

Bracewire around support post

Post Example

Post in non-retaining wall

Wall Post

Not recommended for retaining walls

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February 2011