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Ram Jack St. Louis Installs (17) Helical Piles as Deep Foundations to Repair a Residential Retaining Wall Next to a Lake in New Town St. Charles, MO

New Town St. Charles - A Collaborative Perspective
At New Town St. Charles, Ram Jack partnered with Rosch Companies to address a unique geotechnical challenge involving a retaining wall and a deep foundation below the water table. The project highlights the adaptability and effectiveness of helical piles when faced with complex site conditions.
The Challenge:
A section of a stone retaining wall along a lakeshore experienced subgrade failure due to an irrigation leak, compromising its stability. Simultaneously, the project demanded a deep foundation for a concrete footing below the water table. Conventional dewatering methods would have been costly, time-intensive, and environmentally disruptive. The General Contractor, Property Management Company, and Geotechnical Engineer all sought a permanent, efficient solution.
The Solution:
Ram Jack utilized helical piles as a dual-purpose solution to stabilize the retaining wall and provide a deep foundation. The piles’ ability to perform below the water table eliminated the need for dewatering, offering significant advantages:
- Stabilized Retaining Wall: Helical piles created a permanent footing for the damaged section, restoring structural integrity and preventing future issues.
- Deep Foundation: The piles provided enhanced stability for the concrete footing, tailored to site-specific needs.
- Cost and Time Savings: The installation was completed on schedule and within budget, avoiding additional expenses and delays.
The Result:
The collaborative effort between Ram Jack and Rosch Companies ensured the project’s success, meeting all stakeholder objectives and setting a benchmark for innovative solutions in water-adjacent construction.
Why Helical Piles?
Helical piles offer several benefits in projects near or below the water table:
- Versatility: Suitable for a range of applications, including deep foundations and retaining wall stabilization.
- Efficiency: Faster installation compared to traditional methods, leading to reduced project timelines.
- Cost-Effectiveness: Fewer resources are required, making them a budget-friendly solution for complex geotechnical challenges.
Conclusion
This project demonstrates Ram Jack’s expertise in addressing the challenges of water-adjacent construction through innovative helical pile solutions. By combining technical precision with collaborative problem-solving, we continue to provide reliable, efficient, and cost-effective options for our clients.
Contact us to learn more about how Ram Jack can support your next geotechnical project.
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