How can I afix natural rock retaining wall so it doesn't fall down?
I built a beautiful natural rock retaining wall out front to level off my front yard, add a garden and fill will white river rocks. I can't wait for the finished product. However, with all the recent rain in my area I have seen walls like this in crumbles. How can I ensure that my wall won't crumble under the weight of the topsoil?
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Proper drainage behind the wall is the secret. You need drain pipe as well as rock (size 5 7s probably). Also, I'm wondering if you used anything to hold the rocks in place, like mortar. That will help to hold in place.
Use chicken wire to form a net across outside of wall. Hold in place with rebar driven into the soil until even with top of wall. Might need the rebar every 12-18 inches.
Thank you
How deep did you dig your footing? Did you research retaining walls before starting?
natural rock walls and retaining walls are 2 separate construction projects & it will shift without proper support to hold it in place doesn't matter how much drainage you supply to soil behind it matters how the foundation stones are laid and top stones are stacked watch this https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mxrip_vr6wE if you don't do it correctly you need to add footings/base and mortar for support maybe even rebar
You should consult a pro as they'll best know how to calculate.