Debris slide occurred at Kundala, Pudukkadi. Munnar-Topstation road blocked and plantation uprooted. Mainly dueto hill slope modification for Plantation and road construction. Surface runoff through the road contributed toe erosion. Lined drainage to be
Kundala, Pudukkadi
Munnar-Topstation road
Lined drainage to be provided on the road to divert the surface runoff away from the affected area. Easing of slope and construction of benches with suitable height. Provision of breast walls/gabion walls at the foot of benches.
Unscientific slope modification for road construction which resulted in vertical cut with no lateral support. Excessive and incessant rainfall resulted in the reduction in strength on super-saturation and increase in pore water pressure.