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Himalayan Geology, Vol. 31
(1), 2010, pp. 35-42, Printed in India
Stability Assessment of rock slopes using RMR, modified SMR Technique and
Kinematic analysis around Barrage site of Chutak Hydroelectric Power Project
Kargil, J&K, India
VINAY SHARMA, G.M. BHAT, J.B. CHOUDHARY, YUDHBIR SINGH
Dept. of Geology, University of Jammu, Jammu-180006, J&K, India
Abstract:The stability of rock slopes and safety of an engineering
project is a major concern of the project construction agency. Any kind of
slope failure may lead to destruction to the project and socio-economic
activities, and loss of property, injuries or sometimes-even deaths of
humans and/or livestock, and environmental degradation. Therefore, an
assessment of the stability conditions in and around the project impact area
is important. The slope mass rating (SMR) technique was employed for slope
stability analysis. Six sites were selected around the barrage site for the
purpose. Kinematic analysis was also carried out to evaluate these sites for
slope and wedge failures and a number of potentially vulnerable sites were
identified.
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