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Geological Engineering · Q168

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Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 168

Q168

Which major bridge project required subsurface profiling due to liquefiable soil layers?

A.
Howrah Bridge
B.
Golden Gate Bridge
C.
Bandra-Worli Sea Link
Answer
D.
Millau Viaduct

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
The Bandra-Worli Sea Link was constructed on reclaimed coastal soils. Extensive geotechnical investigations found liquefiable layers, and deep pile foundations were adopted to mitigate seismic risks.