GeoTerra Rock And Soil Stabilization LTD
GeoTerra Rock And Soil Stabilization LTD
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Group of technicians/engineers providing safe, efficient stabilization solutions for both private and public applications.

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250-517-7177

Group of technicians/engineers providing safe, efficient stabilization solutions for both private and public applications.

Learn More

250-517-7177

About GeoTerra Rock And Soil Stabilization LTD

Our History

We have been in the construction business for over 10 years, providing high-quality services to our clients. Our team has completed numerous projects, ranging from small rock scaling programs to large-scale rock stabilization contracts.


Our Team

Our team consists of experienced and skilled professionals, including rope access technicians, engineers, project managers, and construction workers. We work together to ensure the success of each project we undertake.

Our Services

We offer a wide range of construction services, including design and planning, project management, construction, and post-construction maintenance. We are committed to delivering exceptional results on every project.

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We stay in constant communication with our customers until the job is done. To get a free quote, or if you have questions or special requests, just drop us a line.

GeoTerra Rock And Soil Stabilization LTD

New Hazelton, South Hazelton, British Columbia, Canada

250-517-7177 mathewoddy@geoterrarock.ca

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Our Work in Progress: A few ongoing GeoTerra Rock And Soil Stabilization LTD stabilization Projects

Here are a few key situations where we use our expertise!

Residential Construction

In residential construction, especially in hilly or uneven terrains, slope stabilization is a critical component of site development and long-term structural safety. Sloped sites can pose significant risks such as soil erosion, landslides, and foundation instability if not properly managed. As urban development increasingly expands into challenging landscapes, the need for effective slope stabilization techniques has become more essential than ever.

Stabilizing a slope involves using engineering and environmental methods to prevent soil movement, control water drainage, and support building structures on or near inclines. These methods range from simple vegetation planting and terracing to more complex systems such as retaining walls, soil nailing, geogrids, and drainage solutions.

Road Construction

In road construction, slope stabilization is a vital engineering practice aimed at ensuring the safety, durability, and functionality of transportation routes built on or near sloped terrain. Roads often traverse hilly, mountainous, or unstable areas where natural slopes are disturbed during construction, increasing the risk of landslides, erosion, and soil displacement. Without proper stabilization, these conditions can lead to road failures, increased maintenance costs, and safety hazards for motorists.

Slope stabilization in road projects involves implementing a variety of geotechnical and structural techniques designed to maintain slope integrity and prevent movement of earth materials. Common methods include retaining structures, soil reinforcement, drainage systems, vegetation cover, and the use of geosynthetics.

As modern infrastructure expands into more challenging landscapes, the role of effective slope stabilization becomes increasingly important. It not only safeguards the infrastructure itself but also contributes to environmental protection and the long-term sustainability of transportation networks.

Bridge and Tunnel Approaches

In bridge and tunnel construction, slope stabilization plays a crucial role in ensuring the structural integrity and long-term safety of these critical infrastructures. The areas surrounding the approaches—where the ground transitions from natural terrain to engineered structures—are particularly vulnerable to erosion, landslides, and ground settlement. If left untreated, unstable slopes can lead to road collapse, misalignment, or even failure of the bridge or tunnel itself.

Dams and Reservoirs

Dams and reservoirs are large-scale hydraulic structures that store and control water for purposes such as irrigation, power generation, flood control, and water supply. Due to the immense pressure exerted by stored water and the vulnerability of surrounding slopes to erosion and instability, slope stabilization is a critical component in the design, construction, and maintenance of these structures.

Slopes in and around dams and reservoirs—including embankments, spillways, and reservoir banks—must remain stable to prevent structural failure, water leakage, or catastrophic landslides.

Coastal and Riverbank Developments

Coastal and riverbank areas are naturally dynamic environments where land meets water, making them highly susceptible to erosion, slope failure, and land loss. In construction and development along shorelines, rivers, or estuaries, slope stabilization is essential to protect infrastructure, prevent environmental degradation, and ensure long-term sustainability.

These areas face unique challenges due to wave action, tidal forces, fluctuating water levels, and storm surges—all of which can gradually or suddenly destabilize slopes. Without proper stabilization, developments such as roads, buildings, ports, and flood control systems are at risk of damage or failure.

Mining and Quarrying Sites

Mining and quarrying activities often involve large-scale excavation of rock and soil, resulting in the creation of steep slopes, high walls, and deep pits. These exposed and artificially created slopes are particularly vulnerable to failure due to gravity, blasting vibrations, water infiltration, and weathering. Therefore, slope stabilization is essential in these settings to ensure the safety of workers, equipment, and operations, and to minimize environmental hazards.

Unstable slopes in mining areas can lead to rockfalls, landslides, bench failures, or even large-scale slope collapses, all of which pose serious risks to life and productivity. Stabilization techniques are applied both during active mining and after closure for environmental rehabilitation.

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