CASE HISTORY

Ref: USA087 - Rev: 00, Issue Date: 2.10.2012

DDI Media Rockfall Protection

Peerless Park, Missouri

Rockfall Protection
Product: Maccaferri Rock Mesh M4000
Problem
T. Hill Construction was asked to build a segmental
block retaining wall atop of a blasted bluff. This was to
facilitate piers and the erection of a lighted billboard to
face Hwy I-44 in western St. Louis County, Missouri.
As they moved towards construction and during
mobilization, it was feared that the construction activity
could dislodge rock on the face of the bluff, leaving the
car wash and it’s patrons below at risk of falling rock. Jeff
Pullen, Project Manager of T. Hill Construction, called
his local sitework solutions provider and described
the problem and opportunity. After visiting the site,
Maccaferri’s technical team was contacted. Within 24
hours, a solution was designed including panel layout,
anchor installation and construction details.
Solution
The Maccaferri Rock Mesh Galvanized M4000 Drapery
Kit and rock anchors were selected for the possible Pre-Construction
rock fall capture system. The bluff is separated in two
tiers and measured approximately 180’ in length and
a total height of 90’. The rock mesh drapery systems
were installed on each tier. The rock anchors were
drilled 6’ in depth at 24’ centers the length of the bluff
and grouted in place. Next, the attachment of the mesh
panels to the cabled anchors took place and side panel
connections were made using a pneumatic Spenax
Ring tool. The system was a cost effective alternative
and provided the insurance and safety that DDI Media
desired for their neighbors below.
Client
ddi media
Main Contractor
T. HILL CONSTRUCTION
Designer
MACCAFERRI, INC.
Products Used
MACCAFERRI GALVANIZED ROCK MESH M4000 DRAPERY
KIT
Rock Mesh M4000 Drapery Installation
Date of Construction
NOVEMBER 2011

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 Rock Mesh Installation on second tier
Completed Project
Slurry seal being placed on top of Roadmesh
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