The slide occured in the western slope of Ponmudi reservoir. The slope and the natural course of the river were modified for cultivation and for the construction of an unmetalled road. The excavated material after the formation of road was dumped in the
Kallimali
Unmetalled road to Ponmudi Reservoir connecting the AdimaliRajakad road.
As the area is devoid of any settlements and anthropogenic presence, removing the unsorted loose overburden and reducing the slope angle along with proper maintenance of drainage system will serve the purpose.
Pore water pressure, presence of unsorted overburden materials, unplanned cultivation obstructing the natural course of drainage, slope modification for the construction of road.