This Architectural Drawing is AutoCAD 2d drawing of Foundation ladder and Shear wall details in AutoCAD, dwg file. A shear wall is a general term for a wall that is designed and constructed to resist racking from forces such as wind using masonry, concrete, cold-formed steel, or wood framing. Shear walls significantly reduce the sway of a structure to reduce damage to the structure and its contents. For more details and information download the drawing file.