Infrastructure Redevelopment for the Olympic Park
The transformation of Stratford, East London, for the Olympic Park involved extensive redevelopment of a former industrial site. In addition to constructing world-class sports venues, the 200-hectare site required a sophisticated infrastructure network to serve both the Olympic Games and the long-term needs of the local community.
Bridge H07 was a vital component of this development, serving as part of the Loop Road, a two-lane, one-way system essential for transporting visitors during the Olympics. Post-Games, the bridge transitioned into the local distributor road network, accommodating two-way traffic as well as pedestrian access.
The northeast approach embankment for Bridge H07 was situated between the existing embankments and viaducts of the Great Eastern Railway and the Stratford City Southern Access Road. Due to the tight spatial constraints, both sides of the approach embankment were supported by Reinforced Earth® retaining walls.
Geoquest collaborated with project designers early in the process to develop an effective retaining solution for the bridge ramps. A key component of the design was the creation of a bespoke pattern for the concrete facing panels to meet the project’s aesthetic goals.
The retaining walls were constructed using BBA-accredited GeoStrap soil reinforcing strips. These innovative strips, composed of high-tenacity polyester fibres encased in polyethylene, offer robust performance without imposing limitations on salt concentration within the backfill material.
This project exemplifies how advanced retaining solutions can integrate functionality, aesthetics, and durability, contributing to the successful redevelopment of an iconic site and leaving a lasting legacy for the community.
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