Review of Slope Stability Analysis under Drawdown Conditions for Mine Slopes

Abstract

The slope steadiness is influenced by slope configuration, material characteristics and the applied forces interim both internally and externally. These forces encompass the impact of water internally through pore water pressure, seepage forces and externally through hydrostatic and hydrodynamic effects. Examining the slope under various levels of submergence and drawdown illustrates the significant influence of water on slope stability. The presence of water develops effective water pressure in open pit slopes which is more concerned for slope pit designer and geotechnical engineers. This study tried to discuss about the influence of drawdown and rapid drawdown conditions for a mine slope stability in the light of slope stability studies under hydrogeological characteristics. This study includes preliminary generalities considered for drawdown conditions like soil properties, hydraulic properties and drawdown phenomenon. © 2025, World Researchers Associations. All rights reserved.