Earthworks (engineering)
Earthworks are engineering works created through the processing of parts of the earth's surface involving quantities of soil or unformed rock. == Shoring structures == An incomplete list of possible temporary or permanent geotechnical shoring structures that may be designed and utilised as part of earthworks: === Gallery === == Excavation == Excavation may be classified by type of material: Topsoil excavation Earth excavation Rock excavation Muck excavation – this usually contains excess water and unsuitable soil Unclassified excavation – this is any combination of material types Excavation may be classified by the purpose: == Civil engineering use == Typical earthworks include road construction, railway beds, causeways, dams, levees, canals, and berms.