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	Name:	Bluewater -
	Subject:	Retaining wall
	Date:	7/3/2008 10:22:38 AM

There are a lot of options for retaining walls. Stone looks great but is costly and can move under pressure. I like a poured concrete wall if cost is not in the mix. I never really liked a timber wall. But for my money, a wall made of pressure treated wood is best. It has a long life (15 to 20 years) and doesn't cost an arm and a leg. A wall 100' long 5' high will cost about $9000.00. If it is less than 5' tall it will be a little less. Make sure the wall is properly tied back with aircraft cable to solid anchor points and has a drain pipe installed with gravel behind the wall. The back of the wall should also be covered with landscape fabric. This is simple, basic, and and economical. These walls are in place all over the lake and have been in service for years. With $5.00 gas approaching fast, I need the most economical solution that will work for my dwindling savings account.