DESIGNERS GUIDE TO EN 1997-1

1.1.2. Designs not fully covered by Eurocode 7 Part 1

Clause 2.1(21)

Clause 1.1.2(2)

As already noted in the Foreword to this guide, Eurocode 7 can also serve as a reference
document for the geotechnical aspects of dams and tunnels, of slope stabilization, and of
foundations for special construction works (e.g. nuclear power plants); additional provisions
to those provided by EN 1997-1 will probably be necessary (see clause 1.1(2) in EN 1990 and
clause 2.1(21) in EN 1997-1).

1.1.3. Contents and organization of Eurocode 7 Part 1

The subjects covered in the different sections of EN 1997-1 are as follows:

Section 1: general
Section 2: basis of geotechnical design
Section 3: geotechnical data
Section 4: supervision of construction, monitoring and maintenance
Section 5: fill, dewatering, ground improvement and reinforcement
Section 6: spread foundations
Section 7: pile foundations
Section 8: anchorages
Section 9: retaining structures
Section 10: hydraulic failure
Section 11: site stability
Section 12: embankments.
The sections of EN 1997-1 can be described as follows:

Section 1 gives the general assumptions and definitions, the symbols, etc.
Sections 2, 3, 4, 10 and 11 are applicable to all types of geotechnical structures.
Sections 6, 7 and 9 are specific to particular categories of geotechnical works (shallow or
spread foundations, deep or pile foundations and retaining structures, respectively).
Section 8 on anchorages is intended to be used for the design of temporary and
permanent anchorages used to support retaining structures, to stabilize slopes, cuts or
tunnels, and to resist uplift forces on structures.
Sections 5 and 12 cover geotechnical works of a more general nature.
The chapters in this guide and their contents correspond to the sections of Eurocode 7.
The following annexes are included in EN 1997-1:

Clause 1.1.2(3)

Annex A (normative): partial and correlation factors for ultimate limit states and
recommended values
Annex B (informative): background information on partial factors for Design Approaches
1, 2 and 3
Annex C (informative): sample procedures to determine limit values of earth pressures
on vertical walls
Annex D (informative): a sample analytical method for bearing resistance calculation
Annex E (informative): a sample semi-empirical method for bearing resistance estimation
Annex F (informative): sample methods for settlement evaluation
Annex G (informative): a sample method for deriving presumed bearing resistance for
spread foundations on rock
Annex H (informative): limiting values of structural deformation and foundation movement
Annex J (informative): checklist for construction supervision and performance monitoring.

Annex A is to be used with Sections 6 to 12, as it gives the relevant partial and correlation
factors for ultimate limit state design. Annex A is normative, which means that it is an integral
part of the standard and must be applied. However, the values of the partial and correlation
factors, given in informative notes, are recommended values and therefore may be modified
in the National Annex for each country.

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