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Subsidence Mitigation

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What is Subsidence Mitigation?

Subsidence mitigation restores stability to areas affected by downward ground movement caused by weak soils, voids, or groundwater issues. Through trenchless polymer injection, soils are strengthened, cavities are filled, and settlement is corrected to protect structures and infrastructure.

Problems Solved

  • Ground subsidence undermining roads, buildings, or utilities
  • Voids forming from erosion or poor soil compaction
  • Settlement causing cracking or misalignment in structures
  • Soil weakening from groundwater infiltration or drought cycles
  • High costs and disruption from excavation-based repairs

Types of Polymers Used

High-Density Polyurethane Foams

  • Expands to densify and stabilize loose backfill soils
  • Provides lightweight reinforcement without added soil pressure
  • Cures rapidly to minimize operational disruption

Structural Polyurethane Resins

  • Creates rigid reinforcement zones behind walls and utilities
  • Transfers structural loads to stable ground layers
  • Extends service life of supported structures

Hydro-Insensitive Polymers

  • Expands and cures in wet or groundwater conditions
  • Seals voids and prevents erosion in saturated soils
  • Provides long-term durability in challenging sites
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Benefits of Subsidence Mitigation

Subsidence mitigation with polymer injection stabilizes soils and corrects settlement without excavation. These solutions prevent further ground movement, restore structural alignment, and extend the life of infrastructure.

Protect Infrastructure From Ground Movement

  • Stops subsidence and soil loss beneath assets
  • Restores support for foundations, pavements, and utilities
  • Provides trenchless stabilization with minimal disruption
  • Extends infrastructure service life and reduces repair costs

Key Applications

Roadways & Highways

Corrects subsidence beneath transportation corridors

Bridges & Approaches

Stabilizes soils beneath abutments and approach slabs

Commercial & Industrial Facilities

Restores stability under slabs, tanks, and heavy equipment

Municipal Infrastructure

Corrects settlement in utilities, vaults, and public works

Residential Properties

Protects homes and driveways from subsidence-related damage

Mining & Karst Regions

Stabilizes soils and fills voids in collapse-prone areas

Services

Subsidence mitigation is supported by these services:

Soil Stabilization

Soil Stabilization

Strengthens weak soils prone to settlement

Void Filling

Void Filling

Eliminates cavities causing subsidence

Foundation Repair

Foundation Repair

Corrects settlement beneath structures

Settlement Mitigation

Settlement Mitigation

Restores alignment in subsidence areas

Structural Reinforcement

Structural Reinforcement

Provides long-term stability for at-risk assets

Deep Injection (UDI)

Deep Injection (UDI)

Compacts and strengthens subgrade soils to prevent future ground movement

How the Process Works

1

Investigation

Sites inspected for subsidence, voids, and soil instability

2

Planning

Injection design developed based on soil and geological conditions

3

Access

Small-diameter injection points installed with minimal disruption

4

Injection

Expanding polymers stabilize soils and fill voids beneath assets

5

Monitoring

Real-time tracking ensures consistent stabilization

6

Validation

Final inspection confirms restored stability and performance

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