{"id":118651,"date":"2026-02-02T18:38:05","date_gmt":"2026-02-02T17:38:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.maccaferri.com\/uk\/success-stories\/dorothy-pattison-hospital-gabion-wall\/"},"modified":"2026-02-03T10:39:26","modified_gmt":"2026-02-03T09:39:26","slug":"dorothy-pattison-hospital-gabion-wall","status":"publish","type":"stories","link":"https:\/\/www.maccaferri.com\/uk\/success-stories\/dorothy-pattison-hospital-gabion-wall\/","title":{"rendered":"Dorothy Pattison Hospital Gabion Wall"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"container-full text-bocolor-block-white\">\n        <div class=\"row\">\n        <div class=\"col-12\">\n            <div class=\"container box-container\">\n                <div class=\"row\">\n                    <div class=\"col-12\">\n                        <h3>Challenge<\/h3>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>    \n    <\/div>\n        <div class=\"row\">\n        <div class=\"col-12\">\n            <div class=\"container box-container\">\n                <div class=\"row\">\n                    <div class=\"col-12 content\">\n                        <p>At a constrained pinch point adjacent to a car park, the client required a reliable retaining solution to stabilise the site boundary and prevent erosion and soil migration. The geotechnical conditions presented a significant challenge: the proposed Gabion wall was to be constructed over Made Ground, a material known for its unpredictable settlement behaviour and limited bearing capacity.<\/p>\n<p>Site investigations confirmed that the subsurface conditions comprised firm, slightly gravelly clay classified as Made Ground, extending to depths of up to 5.8 metres below ground level. This material is not typically considered a suitable founding stratum for gravity-based structures such as Gabion walls, due to its variable composition and susceptibility to settlement. Moreover, the retained material behind the proposed structure was also identified as soft to firm Made Ground, increasing the likelihood of post-construction movement.<\/p>\n<p>Given these conditions, it was essential that any proposed solution ensure long-term stability, control potential settlement, and maintain structural integrity under load. The design had to accommodate a maximum live load of 10 kN\/m\u00b2 acting on the retained slope, without placing additional load on the crest.<\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<div class=\"container-full text-bocolor-block-green\">\n        <div class=\"row\">\n        <div class=\"col-12\">\n            <div class=\"container box-container\">\n                <div class=\"row\">\n                    <div class=\"col-12\">\n                        <h3>Solution<\/h3>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>    \n    <\/div>\n        <div class=\"row\">\n        <div class=\"col-12\">\n            <div class=\"container box-container\">\n                <div class=\"row\">\n                    <div class=\"col-12 content\">\n                        <p>Maccaferri collaborated with Geoman to undertake a detailed geotechnical assessment using our Macstars software. The analysis evaluated the internal stability, sliding resistance, and overturning capacity of the Gabion wall when founded on the existing Made Ground. This robust modelling approach enabled the design team to verify the feasibility of the installation despite the sub-optimal ground conditions.<\/p>\n<p>Based on the analysis, a 4 mm welded mesh Gabion retaining wall was deemed suitable for the site. The selected system offered structural flexibility, durability, and sufficient mass to counteract the anticipated loads, even over less competent soils.<\/p>\n<p>To enhance the performance and reduce settlement risks, the wall was designed with compacted Class 6N\/6F2 granular backfill, ensuring improved load distribution and drainage. The structure also incorporated a 1.2-metre-high safety fence at the crest, aligning with site access and safety requirements.<\/p>\n<p>With a live load of 10 kN\/m\u00b2 accounted for in the design, the solution delivered peace of mind for long-term performance while aligning with the client&#8217;s operational and spatial constraints.<\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <\/div><div class=\"wp-block-mac-container-block box-container\"><div class=\"container\"><h2>Used Products<\/h2><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-12 col-sm-12 col-md-12 col-lg-3 col-xl-3 col-xxl-3\"><div class=\"wp-block-mac-card-new-block block-latest-news-container\"><div class=\"card\"><div class=\"content-images\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"box-image\" src=\"https:\/\/www.maccaferri.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Gabion_product_header.jpg\" alt=\"Gabions\" title=\"Gabions\" \/><\/div><div class=\"card-body\"><h6>Gabions<\/h6><span class=\"abstract\">A Wide Portfolio of Solutions&nbsp;Maccaferri offers an extensive range of tailored solutions to meet every specific need<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maccaferri.com\/uk\/products\/gabions\/\" class=\"cta\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Gabions\">View\n                           <span class=\"text\" value=\"\" \/>\n                           <\/a><div data-post-id=\"113741\" class=\"star \" title=\"Add to wishlist\"><span class=\"material-symbols-rounded starrate\">star<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!--usedproducts-->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Maccaferri collaborated with Geoman to undertake a detailed geotechnical assessment using our Macstars software. 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