Debris slide   occurred at  Vazhathope  on 15th August 2018  due to unscientific slope modification for house construction. Reduction of strength on super saturation due to excess pore water pressure. Removal of accumulated material.Easing of slope and c
Vazhathope
Vazhathope- Thadiyambadu road
Easing of the slope at the crown retaining structure. Retaining wall with suitable filter material has to be provided  which founded on the hard rock to the entire cut slope. Natural seepage to be channalised and diverted away from the house.
Unscientific slope modification for house. Reduction of strength on super saturation due to excess pore water pressure. Failure along weathered seam. Natural seepage flowing to side of the house is also a contributing factor.