Dossier road structures on weak soil
Constructing roads on soft soil, as in the western part of the Netherlands, requires inventiveness. In recent years, a lot of research has been done in this field and a number of innovations have now been applied in practice.
Generic knowledge
Information and literature that is overarching for the construction of road structures on soft soil, or does not directly belong in one of the other subtopics. Examples include knowledge programmes, studies and background information.
Pole mattresses
Pile mattresses are an option to prevent settlement by founding the road on piles. From the classic concrete bins on wooden piles, to today's pile mattress systems.
Substructure
On construction methods for the substructure of roads on weak soils. Includes method sheets for uniform design methods and design and construction processes.
Related pages
Ground improvement
Ground deformation
Measurement and monitoring
Vibrations
Settlement flow