f Geomechanical Characterization of Limestone at Gunung Lang, Ipoh for Geohazard Mitigation

Limestone hills in the vicinity of Ipoh, Perak, while being picturesque and having geo-heritage value, also have a history of rock falls and rock slides, resulting in loss of human lives as well as damage to property and infrastructure. This paper discusses the geomechanical characterisation of limestone hills at Gunung Lang, an abandoned quarry area that has been gazetted as a recreational park by the Ipoh City Council.