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This document provides guidelines developed by the Utah Geological Survey to assist geologists and geotechnical engineers in performing landslide-hazard studies and evaluating geological conditions

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1. Gather relevant data about the area, including topography, soil type, and land use.
2. Identify and map any previous landslide occurrences in the region.
3. Assess the slope stability by conducting field investigations and using appropriate geotechnical methods.
4. Evaluate rainfall patterns and their potential impact on landslide risks.
5. Determine the potential impacts of human activity, such as construction and vegetation removal, on slope stability.
6. Compile all findings into a report that follows the specified guidelines format.
7. Review the document for accuracy and completeness before submission.

Who needs Guidelines for Evaluating Landslide Hazards in Utah?

1. Land use planners
2. Civil engineers
3. Geologists
4. Environmental consultants
5. Government agencies involved in urban development
6. Homeowners and property developers in landslide-prone areas

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What are the recommendations and possible solutions for landslides?

There are also various direct methods of preventing landslides; these include modifying slope geometry, using chemical agents to reinforce slope material, installing structures such as piles and retaining walls, grouting rock joints and fissures, diverting debris pathways, and rerouting surface and underwater drainage.

What should we do during landslides?

Move away from landslide path or downstream valleys quickly without wasting time. Keep drains clean, Inspect drains for – litter, leaves, plastic bags, rubble etc. Keep the weep holes open.

What are landslide causes and prevention?

Landslides can be initiated in slopes already on the verge of movement by rainfall, snowmelt, changes in water level, stream erosion, changes in ground water, earthquakes, volcanic activity, disturbance by human activities, or any combination of these factors.

What are the recommendations for landslides?

There are ways to reduce your landslide risks. Avoid making cuts in steep slopes. Plant more native trees and plants on slopes, avoid cutting them down. Direct rainwater that falls on your roof or driveway away from slopes at risk of landslides.

How to protect from landslides?

To keep landslides from hitting your home and property, consider adding nets, retaining walls, and planting sturdy vegetation, especially on slopes or in places where wildfire has destroyed plants and trees. Do not remove vegetation that may help prevent erosion. Add sandbags in exposed areas.

What was the largest landslide in Utah?

Extent of the Markagunt gravity slide, now understood to be one of the largest terrestrial landslides known on Earth. The slide resulted from catastrophic collapse of the southwestern part of the Marysvale volcanic field about 21 to 22 million years ago.

What is landslide hazard map?

Landslide hazard maps indicate the possibility of landslides occurring throughout a given area. An ideal landslide hazard map shows not only the chances that a landslide might form at a particular place, but also the chance that it might travel downslope a given distance.

How do you check for landslides?

Signs of a moving landslide include: Sounds of ing or breaking wood, knocking boulders, groaning of the ground, or other unusual sounds - especially if the sound increases.

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What is Guidelines for Evaluating Landslide Hazards in Utah?

The Guidelines for Evaluating Landslide Hazards in Utah provide a framework for assessing potential landslide risks, establishing safety measures, and determining appropriate land use in areas prone to landslide activity.

Who is required to file Guidelines for Evaluating Landslide Hazards in Utah?

Developers, engineers, and land use planners involved in projects in designated landslide hazard zones are required to file the Guidelines for Evaluating Landslide Hazards in Utah.

How to fill out Guidelines for Evaluating Landslide Hazards in Utah?

To fill out the Guidelines for Evaluating Landslide Hazards in Utah, applicants must complete the designated forms, provide detailed site assessments, and include relevant geological and hydrological studies.

What is the purpose of Guidelines for Evaluating Landslide Hazards in Utah?

The purpose of the Guidelines for Evaluating Landslide Hazards in Utah is to mitigate risks associated with landslides, protect public safety, and ensure sustainable land development.

What information must be reported on Guidelines for Evaluating Landslide Hazards in Utah?

The information that must be reported includes site location, existing geological conditions, potential landslide mechanisms, historical landslide activity, and recommended engineering solutions.