Soil Nailing

Soil Nailing

Soil nailing stabilizes steep soil slopes, excavations, embankments, and cut faces by installing steel bars (nails) into the ground and securing them with shotcrete or mesh. The result is a reinforced soil mass capable of resisting sliding, sloughing, and long-term movement.

50K+
Nails Installed
75 ft
Max Wall Height
100%
Test Pass Rate
Overview

Design-Build Soil Nail Systems

Soil nailing provides a fast, economical alternative to retaining walls, reduces excavation footprint, performs extremely well in granular and cohesive soils, and creates structurally reinforced soil without major site disturbance.

Common applications include roadway cuts, rail corridors, commercial and industrial excavation support, failing embankments, and slope reconstruction after landslides.

Our capabilities include track, truck, and rope-access drilling, shotcrete finish options (temporary or permanent), integrated drainage for hydrostatic pressure control, and high-production soil nail installation.

You need soil nailing when you have deep cuts or excavations, slope failure remediation needs, bulging or cracking slopes, or when retaining walls are too costly or invasive.

This service supports our solutions for:

Soil Nailing
Equipment

Tools & Technology

We deploy specialized equipment matched to project requirements and site conditions.

Track-mounted drill rigs
Low-headroom drilling equipment
Grout mixing and pumping systems
Shotcrete pumps and robotic arms
Hydraulic testing equipment
Centralizers and corrosion protection systems
Results

Before & After

See the transformation our team delivers. Drag the slider to compare before and after conditions.

Residential Slope Stabilization

Soil Nailing - After
Soil Nailing - Before
Before
After
Why Us

Why Choose Rock Supremacy

Experienced design-build soil nail installers
High-precision drilling even in challenging soils
Rapid mobilization for emergency stabilization
Soil Nailing project
Trusted by
Industry Leaders
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Our Work in Action

Questions

Soil Nailing FAQ

Permanent soil nail walls are designed for 75-100 year service life. We use epoxy-coated or encapsulated nails and durable shotcrete facing to protect against corrosion and weathering.
Soil nailing works in most cohesive soils, weathered rock, and many granular materials. We assess soil conditions during the investigation phase and adjust nail spacing, length, and installation methods accordingly.
We perform proof tests and verification tests per FHWA guidelines. Each test nail is loaded to 150% of design load to verify bond strength. Our 100% pass rate demonstrates our installation quality.
We have constructed soil nail walls up to 75 feet tall. For very high walls, we often combine soil nails with ground anchors in a hybrid system that optimizes cost and performance.
Soil nailing is typically 25-50% less expensive than soldier pile walls and requires less excavation than gravity walls. It's also faster to construct and performs well in seismic conditions.
Testimonials

What Our Clients Say

We take pride in building lasting relationships with our clients through exceptional service and results.

"It amazes me how quick these guys adapt to challenging and seemingly overwhelming construction situations in the best, and most creative approach. Very smart, dedicated, hardworking group of brave workers in hazardous work sites. Not the type of work just anyone can do! Keep up the good work!"
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Anthony Laitta
Google Review
"When it comes to heavy foundation anchoring and stabilization projects, these guys are superb. Although the majority of the company's jobs involve heavy civil work, my project required their skills and specialized equipment for a challenging residential cliffside application. After careful review and critique of our plans, as well as assuring that expectations were fully understood, the work began on time and was completed ahead of schedule with minimal trauma along the way. In all, the job required the installation of ten horizontal deep rock anchors, several vertical piles, and shotcrete encapsulation. I highly recommend Rock Supremacy's services and would definitely use them again."
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David
Google Review
Residential Slope Stabilization
"We engaged Rock Supremacy for a very challenging cliffside project that involved the stabilization and reinforcement of a retaining wall which ultimately required a total of ten drilled horizontal rock anchors, multiple vertical stabilization pilings and encapsulation with concrete structural reinforcement. Even though my residential project, as large as it was to me, was of a much smaller scale than the company often deals with, it approached the task with all of the consideration and professionalism I could hope for. Notably, they were not hesitant to take on a challenging terrain even with its limited access. From the outset, Corey Muir was very engaged in the project and with finding workable solutions. He was eager to explore alternative options for accomplishing the goals and worked diligently with my engineering consultants to tweak the design for a practical, affordable solution. Throughout the planning process, he maintained excellent communications with myself and our structural engineers. Corey was careful to make sure, prior to our final agreement, that all details were fully understood. The company began the project exactly when anticipated. The on-site crew, David, Nate and Jules proved to be the "A" team. They are very skilled and professional. I found them considerate, easy to interact with, and flexible with regard to change possibilities. The team showed careful concern for my property and all possible avoidance of collateral damage while completing a job that involved some very heavy equipment. When the concrete supplier was unduly delayed, they took it in stride and made the best of the situation. The job was actually finished a little ahead of schedule. Definitely a five star rating for this group, I would be happy to further discuss my experience with anyone contemplating the use of Rock Supremacy's services."
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David Stellway
Residential Client
Residential Slope Stabilization
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Emergency (24/7)

(541) 383-7625

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Info@RockSupremacy.com

Headquarters

Western Division (HQ)
65147 N Hwy 97
Bend, OR 97701
Eastern Division
915 Millennium Ct
Blountville, TN 37617

Licensed in CO, UT, WY, ID, MT, CA, WA, OR, TN, VA

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