In this episode, we talk about how the relentless power of water shapes the ground beneath cities, farmland, dams, and levees, leading to sinkholes, internal erosion, and piping failures like the Teton Dam disaster. The script covers how hidden leaks in aging infrastructure, geological formations like limestone, and climate change all contribute to sudden ground collapses. Listeners learn how engineers detect weak points, design safer foundations, reinforce pipelines, and use modern technology to reduce risks while balancing budgets and community needs to protect roads, buildings, and entire neighborhoods.
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