Construction and performance of a permanent earth anchor (tieback) system for the Stanford Linear Collider
Abstract
The Stanford Linear Collider is the newest addition to the high-energy physics research complex at the Stanford Linear Accelerator Center. One of the many unique features of this project is the large, underground pit, where massive particle detectors will study the collision of subatomic particles. The large, open pit utilizes nearly 600 permanent earth anchors (tiebacks) for the support of the 56 ft (17 m) high walls, and is one of the largest applications of tiebacks for permanent support of a structure. This paper examines the use of tiebacks on this project with emphasis on their installation and performance.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Geotechnical Engineering and Soil Stabilization
Geotechnical Engineering and Underground Structures
Transportation Safety and Impact Analysis
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Prediction and Performance in Geotechnical Engineering
- Publisher
- CRC Press
- Pages
- 295–301
- Publication date
- 27 January 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Book chapter