Constructing the Boulder Retaining Wall
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Drying up a SWAMP yard- start to finish
What happens here
The next step involves constructing a boulder retaining wall along the back perimeter of the yard. An excavator equipped with a CMP hydro-grapple is used to carefully select, lift, and precisely place large boulders. The operator, Tim, meticulously angles each boulder to create a tight, stable wall, sometimes using 'packing rocks' with narrow points to fill gaps. The use of a hydro-grapple allows for precise manipulation and fitting of irregularly shaped stones.
Goal: Build a stable and aesthetically pleasing boulder retaining wall.
Tools and materials
- CMP Hydro-Grapple CMP Attachments — Precisely grabbing, rotating, and placing boulders
- Ear Protection Milwaukee — Protecting hearing during machinery operation
- Excavator Daewoo — Lifting and placing heavy boulders
- Large Boulders Natural — Building the retaining wall
- Safety Glasses — Eye protection from debris