Sheet pile walls are retaining walls constructed to retain everything from soil, sand, water, or any number of other filling materials. They are widely used for both large and small waterfront structures, as well as used for beach erosion protection; stabilizing ground slopes, particularly for roads; for shoring walls of trenches and other excavations.
Some of the benefits to Sheet pile wall designs are:
- Reusable/recyclable/lightweight
- Longevity in various design applications
- Can be used for both temporary and permanent projects
- Great for projects where the property line is in close proximity to the wall.
- Versatility – can be made to any size
- Quick installation
- Straightforward construction – No excavation required
- Can be used to retain solids or liquids.
Sheet pile walls are a versatile and useful retaining wall solution, but they are not without their drawbacks. Before considering a sheet pile wall design for your next project, some things to consider are:
- Noisy installation with vibration
- Need heavy equipment to install
- Difficult to install in rocky soils
- Costly materials and shipping
- Aesthetics -not the most eye-catching of solutions available