Advantages and disadvantages of different types of dams: 1. Gravity Dams 2. Earth Fill and Rock Fill Dam 3. Arch Dams 4. Buttress Dams 5. Steel Dams 6. Timber Dams. 1. Gravity Dams: Advantages: 1. Maintenance cost is negligible. 2. They are specially suitable for deep steep valley conditions where no other dam is possible. 3. If suitable foundation is [...]
In this article we will discuss about the classification of dams. Classification of Dams: Dams may be classified in several ways as follows: 1. Classification Based on Materials of Construction: According to this classification the following may be the types of dams: (i) Earth Fill Dams: Earth fill dams are the oldest types of dams. This dam structure consists of [...]
Arch dam and buttress dams come under the category of medium dams, although their use is not very common. Earth dams and gravity dams are the most commonly used dams. Steel dams and timber dams are also sometimes adopted but only as a temporary measure of storing water. 1. Medium Dams: i. Arch Dams: Arch dam is curved dam in [...]