
Tiered Backyard Retaining Wall
Poured-in-place tiered concrete retaining wall with integrated steps stabilizing a graded backyard — engineered footing, drainage rock, and weep holes handle monsoon runoff without hydrostatic buildup.
Materials
- 4,500 PSI air-entrained concrete stem
- #4 rebar vertical + horizontal grid
- 3/4" drain rock with filter fabric
- Weep holes on 4' centers
Timeline
6 working days including engineered footing
Results
- Holds a 4 ft grade change with zero movement after monsoon season
- Drainage system tested through two heavy storms
- Opened up usable backyard for a future patio phase










