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ORIGINAL RESEARCH
Failure Analysis and Treatment of Tunnel Collapse
in Weathered Andesite Strata: A Case Study
1
Road & Bridge International Co., LTD., Beijing, 100027, China
2
China Communication North Road & Bridge Co., LTD., Beijing, 100027, China
3
Hubei University of Arts and Science, Xiangyang 441053, China
Submission date: 2023-12-10
Final revision date: 2024-03-17
Acceptance date: 2024-04-13
Online publication date: 2024-06-28
Publication date: 2025-01-09
Pol. J. Environ. Stud. 2025;34(2):1151-1165
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ABSTRACT
Based on the Guogaibu tunnel in weathered andesite strata, the characteristics, failure mechanisms,
and treatments were investigated. Firstly, the on-site monitoring findings indicated large deformation
in the tunnel vault accompanied by the local falling blocks, ultimately resulting in a collapse. Then,
laboratory tests were conducted to investigate the failure mechanism. It indicated that the mineral
mass of the rock gradually dissolved and microcracks gradually expanded, which was prompted by
the combined effects of weathering and groundwater erosion, resulting in a decrease in the strength
of andesite, especially in shear strength. Tree factors attributed to collapse include weathering effects,
groundwater, and insufficient support. Based on the results, treatment measures such as tunnel
circumferential grouting and advanced support were implemented to enhance the overall stability of
the tunnel. Finally, on-site monitoring was carried out to investigate the effectiveness of treatments.
It revealed that the treatment measures were effective for the stability of the surroundings. The failure
analysis method and the implementation of treatment measures can provide guidance for the prevention
and control of tunneling in weathered andesite tunnels.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST
The authors declare that they have no known competing financial interests or personal relationships that could have appeared to influence the work reported in this paper.
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