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Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 63

Q63

Which of the following projects faced construction issues due to sinkhole formation in karst terrain?

A.
Burj Khalifa
B.
Metro Tunnel in Florida
Answer
C.
Channel Tunnel
D.
Panama Canal Expansion

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Tunneling in parts of Florida encountered karst terrain with sinkholes, requiring ground improvement and grouting to stabilize the voids.