{"id":144383,"date":"2026-06-15T04:15:15","date_gmt":"2026-06-15T02:15:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.maccaferri.com\/id\/?p=144383"},"modified":"2026-06-15T04:23:19","modified_gmt":"2026-06-15T02:23:19","slug":"mse-walls-in-cohesive-soils-challenges-that-are-not-always-visible","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.maccaferri.com\/id\/news\/mse-walls-in-cohesive-soils-challenges-that-are-not-always-visible\/","title":{"rendered":"MSE Walls in Cohesive Soils: Challenges That Are Not Always Visible"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-mac-container-block box-container\"><div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1249\" height=\"901\" src=\"https:\/\/www.maccaferri.com\/id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/mass-gravity-retaining-walls_2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4479\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.8000319607947584;width:718px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.maccaferri.com\/id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/mass-gravity-retaining-walls_2.jpg 1249w, https:\/\/www.maccaferri.com\/id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/mass-gravity-retaining-walls_2-300x216.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.maccaferri.com\/id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/mass-gravity-retaining-walls_2-1024x739.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.maccaferri.com\/id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/mass-gravity-retaining-walls_2-768x554.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1249px) 100vw, 1249px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-core-issue-cohesive-soil-behavior-and-water\"><strong>The Core Issue: Cohesive Soil Behavior and Water<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n<p>Unlike granular soils, cohesive soils have low permeability. Water that enters the system takes a long time to dissipate. As a result, pore water pressure can accumulate behind the MSE wall structure.<\/p>\n\n<p>Under certain conditions, this can lead to:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>A reduction in effective stress within the soil<\/li>\n\n<li>Decreased shear strength<\/li>\n\n<li>Increased wall deformation<\/li>\n\n<li>Long-term stability risks<\/li><\/ul>\n\n<p>These issues often do not appear during early construction stages but develop over time as site conditions change.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"597\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"144450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.maccaferri.com\/id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Zfq9yHERqE6J8JY6yjkb30H815WCMuIHM5x7l5zk-9UusPgz5KkCWeBfyecNrOoAjcm6bGG82r_6kGW0GFtJUotM7gW-dULyZrF1lM6nJnVsAK-ZegeBSCASWLMlal1oAw4kaJ8pzfg_AnexpmmR8D6rlc.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-144450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.maccaferri.com\/id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Zfq9yHERqE6J8JY6yjkb30H815WCMuIHM5x7l5zk-9UusPgz5KkCWeBfyecNrOoAjcm6bGG82r_6kGW0GFtJUotM7gW-dULyZrF1lM6nJnVsAK-ZegeBSCASWLMlal1oAw4kaJ8pzfg_AnexpmmR8D6rlc.jpg 597w, https:\/\/www.maccaferri.com\/id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Zfq9yHERqE6J8JY6yjkb30H815WCMuIHM5x7l5zk-9UusPgz5KkCWeBfyecNrOoAjcm6bGG82r_6kGW0GFtJUotM7gW-dULyZrF1lM6nJnVsAK-ZegeBSCASWLMlal1oAw4kaJ8pzfg_AnexpmmR8D6rlc-224x300.jpg 224w, https:\/\/www.maccaferri.com\/id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Zfq9yHERqE6J8JY6yjkb30H815WCMuIHM5x7l5zk-9UusPgz5KkCWeBfyecNrOoAjcm6bGG82r_6kGW0GFtJUotM7gW-dULyZrF1lM6nJnVsAK-ZegeBSCASWLMlal1oAw4kaJ8pzfg_AnexpmmR8D6rlc-90x120.jpg 90w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 597px) 100vw, 597px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"509\" data-id=\"144460\" src=\"https:\/\/www.maccaferri.com\/id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/mse-wall-diagram.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-144460\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.maccaferri.com\/id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/mse-wall-diagram.jpg 550w, https:\/\/www.maccaferri.com\/id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/mse-wall-diagram-300x278.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.maccaferri.com\/id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/mse-wall-diagram-120x111.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/figure><\/figure>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-real-impacts-in-the-field\"><strong>Real Impacts in the Field<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n<p>In many projects, challenges with MSE walls in cohesive soils are observed as:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Wall movements exceeding design expectations<\/li>\n\n<li>Reduced structural performance after rainfall events<\/li>\n\n<li>The need for post-construction strengthening<\/li>\n\n<li>Significant gaps between design assumptions and actual field conditions<\/li><\/ul>\n\n<p>Over the long term, these conditions can increase maintenance costs and the risk of functional failure.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"982\" height=\"676\" data-id=\"41592\" src=\"https:\/\/www.maccaferri.com\/id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/177_2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-41592\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.maccaferri.com\/id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/177_2.jpg 982w, https:\/\/www.maccaferri.com\/id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/177_2-300x207.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.maccaferri.com\/id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/177_2-768x529.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.maccaferri.com\/id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/177_2-120x83.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 982px) 100vw, 982px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"459\" height=\"316\" data-id=\"43335\" src=\"https:\/\/www.maccaferri.com\/id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/2032_2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43335\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.maccaferri.com\/id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/2032_2.jpg 459w, https:\/\/www.maccaferri.com\/id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/2032_2-300x207.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.maccaferri.com\/id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/2032_2-120x83.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 459px) 100vw, 459px\" \/><\/figure><\/figure>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-conventional-approaches-are-often-insufficient\"><strong>Why Conventional Approaches Are Often Insufficient<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n<p>In many MSE wall designs, drainage systems are still treated as supporting elements rather than core components of structural stability. Approaches that work well in granular soils are often applied to cohesive soils without adequate adjustment.<\/p>\n\n<p>As a result:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Pore water pressure is not effectively controlled<\/li>\n\n<li>Drainage performance deteriorates over time<\/li>\n\n<li>Hidden risks remain within the system<\/li><\/ul>\n\n<p>This is where the gap between theoretical design and field reality often becomes evident.odern hydraulic engineering now focuses on solutions that combine flexibility, durability, hydraulic performance, sustainability and faster installation.<\/p>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-drainage-as-a-key-factor-in-mse-wall-performance\"><strong>Drainage as a Key Factor in MSE Wall Performance<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n<p>For MSE walls in cohesive soils, drainage is not merely an accessory. It plays a direct role in controlling water, maintaining effective stress, and ensuring the structure performs as intended.<\/p>\n\n<p>A well-designed drainage approach can:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Significantly reduce pore water pressure<\/li>\n\n<li>Improve long-term stability<\/li>\n\n<li>Minimize excessive deformation<\/li>\n\n<li>Deliver more consistent performance throughout the service life of the structure<\/li><\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" data-id=\"28143\" src=\"https:\/\/www.maccaferri.com\/id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/2009_05_18-012-South-Africa-min-15.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-28143\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.maccaferri.com\/id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/2009_05_18-012-South-Africa-min-15.jpg 1200w, 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https:\/\/www.maccaferri.com\/id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/TERRAMESH-RETAINING-WALL-KORCA-ERSEKA-LOT2-PHASE1_1-300x207.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.maccaferri.com\/id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/TERRAMESH-RETAINING-WALL-KORCA-ERSEKA-LOT2-PHASE1_1-1024x705.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.maccaferri.com\/id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/TERRAMESH-RETAINING-WALL-KORCA-ERSEKA-LOT2-PHASE1_1-768x529.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.maccaferri.com\/id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/TERRAMESH-RETAINING-WALL-KORCA-ERSEKA-LOT2-PHASE1_1-120x83.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure><\/figure>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-learn-more-in-our-technical-webinar\"><strong>Learn More in Our Technical Webinar<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n<p>These are the key topics that will be explored in greater depth in the webinar <strong>\u201cChallenges of MSE Walls in Cohesive Soils: How ParaDrain Becomes the Solution.\u201d<\/strong> This webinar is designed for engineers seeking a more realistic understanding of technical challenges and how drainage solutions can be applied based on real project case studies.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.maccaferri.com\/id\/id\/webinar\/tantangan-mse-wall-di-tanah-kohesif-bagaimana-paradrain-menjadi-solusinya\/\">Join our webinar<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" data-id=\"144455\" src=\"https:\/\/www.maccaferri.com\/id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/for-LinkedIn-Landing-Page-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-144455\" 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In many projects, the wall appears stable once construction is complete. However, in cohesive soil conditions, the real challenges often emerge only after the structure is in place.<\/p>\n<p>Water does not immediately appear as a threat.<br \/>\nPore water pressure is not always detected at an early stage.<br \/>\nAnd when its impact becomes apparent, corrective measures are no longer simple.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":54191,"featured_media":144378,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_joinchat":[],"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-144383","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v27.6 (Yoast SEO v27.6) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>MSE Walls in Cohesive Soils: Challenges That Are Not Always Visible - Maccaferri Indonesia<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"When the Structure Looks Strong, but the Risk Comes from Within the Soil MSE walls are often chosen for their efficiency, flexibility, and proven structural performance. 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