Geobag Emergency Dike for a Jakarta Excavation
Background: The Threat of Rain and Erosion on Site Every earthwork, especially open excavations in urban areas like Jakarta, carries high geotechnical risk. Once the ground is opened, its natural protective layer is gone. The main problem is not just water entering the pit, but the behaviour of the soil around the edge of the […]
Geobag Applications for Flood Protection
Damage to dikes and dams is very common when the structure experiences water seepage, erosion, slope failure and natural disasters. These are the main problems that can lead to flooding (figure 1.1), which is why geobag flood protection is often needed. Special measures are needed to prevent flooding and provide protection when existing dikes or […]
Geobag Installation Standards and Procedure
Geobags, also called high-strength geotextile bags, are filled with sand, are available in many sizes, and are used on riverbanks, for coastal protection and for offshore breakwaters. This article covers geobag installation standards. Geobags, also known as Geotextile Sand Containers (GSC), are a low-cost, soft and reversible solution for coastal protection structures and for strengthening […]
Geobag Standard Specifications
According to Bina Marga (Directorate General of Highways) regulation SKh 1.3.13.2, there are several geobag specifications you should know: Geobags must be made from polypropylene fibers (woven/non-woven). Geobags must be resistant to chemicals that could damage their properties. Geobags must be UV resistant, withstand submersion in water, and withstand the weight of the sand fill […]
Flood Prevention with Geobags
Flooding cannot be solved overnight. However, one of the most appropriate and effective ways to deal with the threat is flood prevention with geobags (sand bags). Geobags are made from non-woven or woven geotextile, sewn into sacks and filled with soil or sand. Geobags are stronger than ordinary sacks because they let water through but […]
Geobag Functions and Benefits for Slope Reinforcement
A slope is an area where the ground surface is inclined, which often leads to erosion and landslides. This article covers the role of geobags for slope reinforcement. Many factors cause erosion and landslides on slopes. Examples include high rainfall, steep slopes, vibration (earthquakes), deforestation, farmland on slopes, loose soil and piles of rubbish. Read […]