Was Colorado Springs’ Retaining Wall Failure Preventable?
Was Colorado Springs’ Retaining Wall Failure Preventable? On Jun 14, 2023 in Colorado Springs, over 100 homeowners were facing repair challenges due to unprecedented rainfall. In the Flying Horse area, a resident, John Parcha, described how water surged over a retaining wall, turning his backyard into a swamp. He attributes this to inadequate drainage.