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This section applies mainly to walls which run up and down slopes. Walls across slopes are considered here. Gravity has the advantage on slopes, and poorly built walls are prone to serious gapping and eventual collapse. Dismantling Particular care should be taken when dismantling walls on slopes to ensure that the section of wall uphill...