Nettikudi Lower Division-Munnar road blocked because of Debris slide occurred there. Unscientific hill slope modification for road construction that left cut slope with no lateral support. Absence of roadside drains resulted in surface runoff eroding the
Nettikudi Lower Division-Munnar
Retaining wall with weep holes and suitable filter medium founded on the hard rock should be provided at the road bench. Lined drains along the road has to be provided to divert the surface runoff away from the road.
Unscientific hill slope modification for road construction that left cut slope with no lateral support. Absence of roadside drains resulted in surface runoff eroding the filled slope and subsequent failure. Excess rain resulted in reduction of strength o