cantilever retaining wall
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A cantilever retaining wall is a type of freestanding wall designed to hold back soil or resist other lateral forces, preventing erosion or landslides. Unlike a gravity wall that relies on its own mass, a cantilever wall uses its structure to counteract the pressure from the retained material.12
The key feature of a cantilever retaining wall is its footing, which extends out from the wall. These footings have tie beams that help balance the asymmetrical load, effectively using the weight of the soil on the footing to stabilize the wall. This design allows for a more slender profile compared to gravity walls, making them efficient for various construction needs.13
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