18/05/2026
Gabion Retaining Wall Design Details
A gabion retaining wall is a gravity wall made from wire mesh baskets filled with stones. It is used to retain soil, prevent erosion, and improve slope stability in roads, rivers, bridges, and hill areas.
Main Components
Gabion Box/Basket – Steel wire mesh cage filled with stones
Stone Fill Material – Hard, durable rocks providing weight and stability
Wire Mesh & Lacing Wire – Connect and hold the baskets together
Geotextile Filter – Prevents soil loss while allowing water drainage
Drainage Layer & Pipe – Reduces water pressure behind the wall
Foundation Material – Compacted base for proper support
Key Advantages
Flexible and durable structure
Excellent drainage performance
Eco-friendly and economical
Suitable for erosion control and slope protection
Easy maintenance and long service life
Typical Uses
Highway and railway embankments
Riverbank protection
Hill slope stabilization
Bridge approach protection
Landscaping retaining structures
