Reinforcement and Stabilization of Soil by Vegetation
- 1 June 1974
- journal article
- Published by American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) in Journal of the Geotechnical Engineering Division
- Vol. 100 (6) , 695-699
- https://doi.org/10.1061/ajgeb6.0000061
Abstract
This note discusses the soil stabilization and reinforcement achieved on slopes by using vegetation. Recent research has shown that plant roots can significantly increase shear strength. Creep behavior on clear-cut slopes versus vegetated slopes is discussed.Keywords
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