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Author : Geertseman, M.; and Schwab, J.W.
Date : 2004.
Title : Challenges with terrain stability mapping in northern British Columbia.
Publication : Geo-Engineering for the Society and its Environment. 57th Canadian Geotechnical Conference and the 5th joint CGS-IAH Conference. Hilton Quebec Hotel, Old Quebec. October 24-27, 2004.
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Abstract
In British Columbia the terrain stability mapping system has largely been developed for the forest industry. Generally emphasis is placed on landslide hazards relating to forest harvesting and road construction. Terrain stability mappers develop criteria for their map areas based on air photo interpretation, the presence of landslide features, slope and soil characteristics, and experience. The system is best suited for simple landslides, but is less effective where complex landslides occur. Special consideration needs to be given to: 1. slopes where rock slides can trigger much larger earthflows through undrained loading; 2. glaciomarine sediments; 3. areas of potential degrading mountain permafrost; 4. slopes below spreading mountain tops; and 5. sediments in preglacial buried valleys.
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