I'm not much into this area, but I would agree with Ejaz on the advantage of a wall properly designed.
For a Long barrier wall, you might consider a precast concrete solution: Posts of H-cross section, with horizontal precast planks spanning between the slots of the H posts. You might need to prop the posts for added lateral resistance.
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Neil Kazen, M.Eng., M.Sc., P.Eng.
FASCE, FCPCI, FEC,
Retired Structural Engineering Manager, Transportation Division, SNC-Lavalin
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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Original Message:
Sent: 09-22-2018 02:04
From: Ejaz Khan
Subject: Resources Regarding Raised Berms as Property Barriers
I am of the opinion that the raised berm may occupy more space because of the stability requirement. I mean angle of repose however noise wall if properly designed will be the best option due to less area at the base will be required. However, it may also be depending upon how much space is available at site.
Thanks and regards
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Ejaz Khan S.M.ASCE
Director
Pakhtunkhawa Highways Authority
Islamabad
Original Message:
Sent: 09-21-2018 14:46
From: Bryan Hickey
Subject: Resources Regarding Raised Berms as Property Barriers
Does anyone know of any resources that address the values to property of installing raised earthen berms to separate the property from roads. I am looking at the issue of the damage impact on a piece of property that was protected (sound, aesthetics, privacy, accident barrier, etc.) by a berm, that a road adjustment condemnation would now eliminate. If ASCE has any resources regarding raised berms as property barriers, it might be very helpful.
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Bryan Hickey Aff.M.ASCE
Shareholder/Attny
Greer SC
(864) 240-3246
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