The Details
The Challenge
The US 80 Farmington Slope Stabilization Project presented significant engineering challenges that tested our expertise at Rock Supremacy. The project site featured a steep, unstable slope composed of fractured rock and loose soil, running dangerously close to an active railway line. This location posed several risks, including potential rockfall hazards that threatened both the railway infrastructure and public safety. Additionally, the slope’s proximity to the tracks limited access, requiring a solution that could be implemented with precision in tight working conditions, without disrupting railway operations.
The Solution
Our team responded by deploying a soil nailing system, a technique ideally suited for stabilizing steep slopes in confined areas. We drilled and installed dozens of soil nails deep into the slope, anchoring the loose material to prevent future movement. Throughout the process, we had to work in close coordination with the railway operator to ensure uninterrupted service and adhere to strict safety protocols. The combination of these factors—unstable terrain, limited access, and the necessity of continuous railway operations—made this one of our most technically demanding projects.
Despite the challenges, Rock Supremacy successfully stabilized the slope, ensuring long-term safety for the railway and its surroundings. Our innovative approach and problem-solving capabilities were key to overcoming the complex geotechnical issues, further solidifying our reputation as experts in rockfall mitigation and slope stabilization.
LF Tunnel Repaired
Under Budget
Weeks Ahead of Schedule
Amazing Result
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A Visual Glimpse Of The Project
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An excavator labeled Rock Supremacy operates at a construction site, focusing on slope stabilization as it drills into a rocky hillside. Other vehicles and equipment are visible in the background under a clear blue sky, showcasing the scale of this civil construction effort.
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A construction site showcases a large excavated earth wall, reinforced with concrete and metal supports for slope stabilization. Spray paint marks the unpaved ground, scattered with rocks and dirt, ensuring safety and precision in contracting.
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A construction site focused on landslide remediation features a concrete retaining wall. Two workers are visible, managing hoses and examining construction markings on the wall.
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A construction site buzzes with heavy machinery like excavators and bulldozers diligently working on slope stabilization beside a large sloped concrete wall, all under a clear blue sky.
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Civil construction is underway at the site, with machinery in motion next to a tall concrete wall on the right. Utility poles stretch above as a dirt path runs alongside, all beneath a clear blue sky.