Abstract
An equation for creep curve which can be used to characterize the creep behavior of soils is derived from creep test results. The equation which consists of the terms expressing the primary creep, secondary creep and tertiary creep is valid to describe the creep behavior over any time period.
The time to creep failure under a sustained stress decrease with increase in water content and stress level. The prediction of time to failure in soil creep was discussed by applying the displacement-time equation and the theory of rate process. The equation for prediction of creep failure of soil is derived as a negative exponential function of stress and water content.
