The ARES wall system is a geosynthetic reinforced MSE wall with a concrete panel facing. Most concrete panel systems use metallic reinforcement. On this project, the on-site backfill soil did not meet electrochemical requirements for the use of metallic reinforcement, so this system became an attractive option. [Source: Tensar. Image: Tensar]
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