Abstract: Nowadays the number of deep tunnels is greatly increased. Since there are lacking successful numerical methods and experiences from relevant engineering construction and design of deep tunnels, massive on-site monitoring and testing should be conducted to support the design and safety control. The present monitoring and testing design methods are proposed according to the characteristics of shallow underground engineering. However, when they are introduced into the deep tunnels, great challenges are encountered. In this study, the failure of surrounding rock mass in the field was presented and then the deformation and failure responses of surrounding rock mass were obtained during excavation by various advanced observation techniques. Based on the acquired information, this study analyzed the mechanical response characteristics of surrounding rock mass during excavation and lining at the operating period. Then we discussed the problems arising from the application of current modern monitoring methods. Six suggestions were put forward relating to the monitoring and testing design of the representative section in the deep tunnel. This study can provide helpful guidance to improve the design methods in similar projects.

Key words: deep tunnel, deformation monitoring, acoustic wave test, mechanical response, lining