Evaluating the stability of terps in the Netherlands

Master thesis (2022)

Authors

M.A. Rossetti Civil Engineering & Geosciences

Contributors

R.B.J. Brinkgreve (graduation committee member)
R.C. Lanzafame Hydraulic Structures and Flood Risk - CEG (coach)
Faculty
Civil Engineering & Geosciences, Civil Engineering & Geosciences
Copyright: © 2022 Matteo Rossetti
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Published Date

13-12-2022

Language

English

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Faculty

Civil Engineering & Geosciences

Abstract

Terps are artificial dwelling mounds mostly found in the northern regions of the Netherlands, built to provide safe ground against water in such areas affected by flooding, storm surges, and high tides, before the development of dikes. In this thesis, the stability of these terps was evaluated via FEM models and analyses performed on PLAXIS. Results highlight considerable stability risks when the terp slopes are subjected to considerable external loading, such as those exerted by heavy agricultural vehicles being operated in proximity of these.