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09-30-02, 02:47 PM

qmiester

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Retaining Wall for Garage

Looking at differenct options to build a Garge on a slope.

Garage is 24'x20. Has anyone ever used or would recommend
using large precast concrete block approx 4mt each to build a retaining wall approx 4' in height. Any special details. Using any Geogrids? What kind of drainage ? Was then going to fill and pour a slab only instead of a 4' frost wall.
Any suggestions would be appreciated.

Thanks a Lot

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09-30-02, 08:29 PM

bungalow jeff

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What you are suggesting is beyond a garden wall setup at 4-feet high. To support the surcharge load from cars in the garage requires design by a structural engineer.

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