Abstract
Summary The 7.1 km dual two-lane Unstone-Dronfield By-Pass, Derbyshire, first opened to traffic in 1975, incorporates a 30 m deep rock cut at Monk Wood, excavated in strata of Lower Coal Measures age. Cuttings in similar geological settings elsewhere had resulted in mass slide failures and the measures adopted at Monk Wood to avoid a similar problem are described. The site was complicated by the presence of extensive old workings for coal and ironstone; their treatment is discussed.
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Disclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.