Constructing embankments over weak foundation soils of requires extreme measures such as expensive deep foundations. The stiff nature of BaseLok geogrids offers a more efficient alternative by spreading loads over a much larger area of the subgrade.  Acting like a snowshoe, BaseLok geogrids can often eliminate or reduce the need for deep foundations.

This stiffened platform can significantly reduce both total and differential settlement by reducing the effective loads placed on the weak subgrade.  Whether for highway or railway embankments or industrial site grade raises, BaseLok geogrid reinforced embankments offer time and cost savings compared to more extreme alternatives.

Applicable Project Types

• Highway embankments
• Railway embankments
• Industrial Site Leveling on soft ground
• Runway and Taxiway extensions
• Containment berms