Piezometer Test (e.g., Pneumatic, Standpipe Types)

Piezometer Test (e.g., Pneumatic, Standpipe Types)
Piezometers are specialist equipment for measuring pore water pressure or groundwater levels in soil and rock. These measurements are critical to understanding how water interacts with geotechnical constructions such as dams, retaining walls, and embankments. Engineers can use pneumatic, vibrating wire, or standpipe types to monitor water pressure changes over time and analyze their impact on slope stability, seepage, and settlement. Piezometer readings assist to prevent failures caused by high pore pressure and give critical data for construction staging and dewatering activities. The test is especially useful in places with variable groundwater levels or for long-term infrastructure monitoring.

Advantages of Piezometer Test:

• Groundwater and pore pressure are accurately measured.
• Improves slope and structural safety assessments.
• Available in pneumatic, standpipe, and vibration wire kinds.
• Supports drainage, dewatering, and design decisions.
• Detects seepage or water entry early.
• Suitable for long-term monitoring in embankments, dams, and slopes