Rock Cut Slope Stability Analysis Using Slope Mass Rating and Kinematics Analysis along Kanti Rajpath from Kalche to Chapeli, Central Nepal
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Cut slopes along the Kanti Rajpath between Kalche and Chapeli are prone to monsoon-triggered instability. Sixteen representative slopes were analyzed using Rock Mass Rating (RMR), Slope Mass Rating (SMR), and kinematic assessments. Predominantly schist with interbedded quartzite and granite, the slopes exhibit moderate to high weathering. Findings reveal a mix of stable and unstable conditions, with multiple potential failure mechanisms. The study proposes prioritized mitigation measures, including drainage, scaling, reinforcement, and monitoring.
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