Determining Rockfall Hazard and Risk in Historical Sites

Rockfall risk at the UNESCO-listed archaeological site of Delphi is significant, with potential impacts ranging from low-energy events (2.5 kJ for 0.008 m³ blocks) to high-impact scenarios (thousands of kJ for 5 m³ blocks), posing threats to monuments and intangible heritage. The study employs Rockyfor3D software to model rockfall propagation, assessing reach probabilities (3–29.93%) without protective measures. Findings underscore the necessity for steel fences and interception systems to mitigate risks, balancing preservation with safety at culturally critical sites.

Mavrouli, O. (2023). DETERMINING ROCKFALL HAZARD AND RISK IN HISTORICAL SITES. Zenodo. https://doi.org/10.5281/ZENODO.7953622