Got curious; found some references:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Retaining_wall

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tieback_(geotechnical)

http://www.dot.ca.gov/hq/esc/constru...Foundation.pdf

David Merrill


"jloomis" wrote in message
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The shape is curved........that is one way.......It has quite a deep
footing....
and very wide.....18" wide x 12" and more deep. I also tied it to the
concrete stairs with epoxy rebar in 3 placed and also at the garage slab.
A french drain with weep holes will provide drainage too.
john
"Chris Friesen" wrote in message
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On 09/15/2009 03:46 PM, jloomis wrote:
With a sample of the retaining wall and wall look.
Job is complete.
Owners happy.

Is there anything anchoring that wall to prevent it from tipping towards
the house over the years?

Chris