A probabilistic approach to evaluate the seismic loss of metro tunnels in Shanghai City

Abstract

Copyright © 2023 The Author(s). Tunnels are crucial lifeline components in the mega cities. This work studies the direct seismic cost of metro tunnels subjected to earthquake events. The degree of tunnel damage and the corresponding direct seismic loss is derived considering various tunnel burial depths. The developed framework is then applied in the metro tunnels located in Shanghai city, China. Specifically, the direct seismic loss of one tunnel ring and the whole Metro Line 10 under different hazard scenario is estimated. Results highlight the significant function of tunnel buried depths towards more efficient seismic loss assessment. The findings of this study constitute useful elements in seismic loss management in terms of lifeline resilience.