Hydrogeological Monitoring for Landslide Hazard Mitigation: Case Study of the Near Caves Hill Slope of Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra

A comprehensive hydrogeological monitoring system revealed that groundwater fluctuations and soil oversaturation, driven by urbanization and retaining walls, are key triggers for landslide activation on the Near Caves Hill of Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra. Over 35 years of data showed groundwater levels ranging from 0.9 to 3.2 meters, with recharge primarily from precipitation (59%), lateral inflow (22%), and water supply leaks (19%). The study identified high-risk zones and demonstrated that engineering measures like relief holes and radial drains significantly improved slope stability, mitigating landslide hazards in this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Cherevko, I., Kril, T., & Saprykin, V. (2025). Hydrogeological Monitoring for Landslide Hazard Mitigation: Case Study of the Near Caves Hill Slope of Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra. 5th EAGE Workshop on Assessment of Landslide Hazards and Impact on Communities, 1–5. https://doi.org/10.3997/2214-4609.2025520024