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Trapped Water and Erosion Issues Near Bridge Abutment and Historic Retaining Wall

A homeowner observes frequent water rises and soil erosion near a bridge abutment and an old stone retaining wall in a regulatory floodway, potentially caused by a change in water flow and drainage patterns after a bridge reconstruction. The situation may be problematic due to the vertical abutment and lack of drainage provisions, posing a risk to adjacent properties.

Engineering, Core Engineering, Civil Engineering