A study has been carried out for CIRIA to evaluate the effectiveness of stepped blocks developed in Russia to protect embankments from high velocity flow. The appraisal study has included a literature review, hydraulic model testing and preparation of a design guide.

  • SYNOPSIS

  • INTRODUCTION

  • MODEL TESTING

  • DESIGN

  • CONCLUSIONS

  • ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

  • REFERENCES

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