In this article article we will discuss about how to design earth dam. Design of the Section of an Earth Dam: Design of the section of an earth dam evolves fixing the sizes of the following elements: 1. Top Width of the Dam: There are several other factors that affect the top width of the dam but height of the [...]
Seepage takes place through and under all dam, both earth and concrete. The problem is to minimize and control seepage so that it will have no harmful effects. Control of the total quantity of seepage and seepage pressure is an essential part of earth dam design. When water seeps through the dam it fails depending upon the resistance offered by [...]
In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Design of Gravity Dams 2. Galleries in Gravity Dams 3. Joints 4. Elementary Profile 5. Foundation Treatment 6. Supply Sluices 7. Modes of Failure 8. Advantages 9. Disadvantages. Contents: Design of Gravity Dams Galleries in Gravity Dams Joints in Gravity Dams Elementary Profile of a Gravity Dam Foundation Treatment of the Gravity [...]