A retaining wall system for stabilizing an earthen wall. The retaining wall
system comprises at least one panel structure, at least one anchor mesh
panel, and at least one connecting pin. The panel structure comprising a
wall panel and at least one insert. The wall panel defines an exposed face
and a rear face. A first portion of the insert is embedded within the wall
panel. A second portion of the insert extends from the rear face of the
wall panel such that the second portion and the rear face of the wall
define at least one lock opening. The anchor mesh panel defines a bearing
portion and a bearing bar. The anchor mesh panel is arranged such that the
bearing bar engages the second portion of the insert and the bearing
portion is arranged adjacent to the rear face. The connecting pin is
inserted through the at least one lock opening to inhibit relative
movement between the anchor mesh panel and the wall panel when loads are
applied to the wall panel.