Effects of Tunnel Location on Slope Stability (UTI-UTC 11)
This project investigates how the placement and alignment of tunnels influence the stability of surrounding slopes, with a focus on mountainous regions such as those near the Eisenhower-Johnson Memorial Tunnel (EJMT). The research integrates geotechnical data, historical slope movement records, and numerical modeling to assess the interaction between tunnel excavation and existing slope conditions. By simulating various tunnel alignments and depths, the study identifies critical scenarios that may exacerbate slope instability or trigger landslides. Tools such as slope stability analysis software and custom Excel-based calculators are used to evaluate factor of safety and deformation responses. The goal is to provide transportation agencies with reliable, data-driven insights for selecting tunnel routes that minimize geotechnical risks and support long-term infrastructure resilience.
Language
- English
Project
- Status: Completed
- Funding: $45,104.00
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Contract Numbers:
69A3551747118
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Sponsor Organizations:
Office of the Assistant Secretary for Research and Technology
University Transportation Centers Program
Department of Transportation
Washington, DC United States 20590University Transportation Center for Underground Transportation Infrastructure
Colorado School of Mines
Golden, CO United States 80401 -
Managing Organizations:
1500 Illinois St
Golden, CO United States 80401 -
Performing Organizations:
1500 Illinois St
Golden, CO United States 80401 -
Principal Investigators:
Gutierrez , Marte
Zhou, Wendy
- Start Date: 20210401
- Expected Completion Date: 20240401
- Actual Completion Date: 0
- USDOT Program: University Transportation Centers Program
Subject/Index Terms
- TRT Terms: Location; Slope stability
- Identifier Terms: Eisenhower Johnson Memorial Tunnel (Colorado)
- Subject Areas: CONSTRUCTION: CONSTRUCTION & TUNNELING TECHNOLOGY;
Filing Info
- Accession Number: 01953396
- Record Type: Research project
- Source Agency: University Transportation Center for Underground Transportation Infrastructure
- Contract Numbers: 69A3551747118
- Files: UTC, RIP
- Created Date: Apr 24 2025 3:58PM