The Study on Movement of Underground Water and its Effect on the Stability of Surrounding Rocks

Abstract

Because of the special geological structure, folds are the main place where underground water gathers and moves. When we build roads or tunnels in folds of the western mountain areas, we should consider the effect of underground water on surrounding rocks and on stability of lining of a tunnel. The author explains in system the movement of underground water in anticlines, limbs and synclines, analyzes the physical, chemical and mechanic effects on rocks during its movement, then puts forward the reasonable advices in choosing the location where a tunnel should be built and specifies the stability of a tunnel. Also, in order to solve the water-gushing problem which may occur during the construction, the author brings forward some control measures for reference when selecting tunnel line and constructing.