Failures

Although nobody likes to see a failure, especially a catastrophic one, it is important to learn whatever we can from them so that the geo-community does not make the same mistakes again.

Highway 1 - Tank Hill Underpass
Failures

Major Devastation in BC from Atmospheric River

November 18, 2021 rockman Comments Off on Major Devastation in BC from Atmospheric River

The record-breaking precipitation in BC and the Pacific Northwest causes major destruction to bridges, embankments, roads, and rail corridors. The BC Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure posted some photos today that are quite dramatic. See […]

The aftermath of a landslide near Alta municipality in Norway. Photo: Hanne Larsen / Altaposten
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Dramatic Landslide Video in Norway

June 3, 2020 rockman Comments Off on Dramatic Landslide Video in Norway

An (apparent) quick clay landslide occurred in Northern Norway today, affecting a 2,000 foot length of slope and carrying multiple houses into the sea. The landslide is located on the western side of Kråkneset in […]

10,000 evacuated after two dams fail in Midland County, Michigan
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Two Michigan Dam’s Breach, Thousands Evacuated

May 20, 2020 rockman Comments Off on Two Michigan Dam’s Breach, Thousands Evacuated

Two dams breached in Midland County, Michigan, causing flooding and the evacuation of 10,000 local residents after days of heavy rains. The Edenville Dam and the Sanford Dam both experienced “catastrophic dam failures” affecting the […]