THE CHANGES IN WATER SATURATION IN THE GROUND AFFECT THE BEARING CAPACITY OF THE GROUND

Abstract

Abstract: The ground in the areas with construction works must be able to withstand the load of the construction works above such as houses, roads, and cargo yards. The ground must have the ability to support the foundation of the work. The loadbearing capacity of the ground depends on the physical and mechanical properties of the ground and the state of the foundation. States are such as water saturation, plastic state, viscous state, elastic state, etc… Many works are subject to landslides and collapses during the rainy season due to the decrease in the bearing capacity of the ground when the saturation level increases, causing danger to the work. Researching the effects of water saturation in the ground and having reasonable design, treatment, and structural solutions for the foundation will bring efficiency to construction works.