Sabkha Soil Improvement Utilizing Stone Columns: A Case Study

This paper discusses the ground improvement using stone columns for construction of a new lattice communication tower in gas plant Saudi Arabia's Eastern Province. The geotechnical investigation data collected at project site revealed subsurface conditions loose to very sabkha soil with low SPT and N values (< 4) between 2.7 m 13 depth. Depending on design requirements, improvements must be considered under foundation towers operate reliably safely. study investigations, column methods, verification or confirmation tests used ensure project's successful execution. outcomes this indicate that can utilized efficiently enhance bearing capacity reduce settlement beneath foundations constructed soils.