Wave Induced Liquefaction and Scouring in Yukon Prodelta Silts

by Edward C. Clukey, McClelland Engineers Inc, Ventura, CA, USA,
Fred H. Kulhawy, McClelland Engineers Inc, Ventura, CA, USA,
William J. Winters, McClelland Engineers Inc, Ventura, CA, USA,



Document Type: Proceeding Paper

Part of: Civil Engineering in the Arctic Offshore

Abstract:

The scouring potential of the Yukon prodelta has been investigated. The results obtained from geologic, hydrodynamic and geotechnical considerations indicate that probable liquefaction is limited to the upper few meters in the central prodelta. It appears, however, that either prior liquefaction or densification from wave loading has significantly affected the distribution and behavior of the sediments within the prodelta.

Subject Headings: Soil liquefaction | Scour | Soil properties | Silt | Sediment loads | Sediment | Load factors

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