Practice Causes Of Failure (2.2) - Dams & Spillways - Hydrology & Water Resources Engineering

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Question 1.
Define overturning in the context of dam failure.
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Think about the balance of forces acting on a dam.
Question 2.
What causes sliding in dam structures?
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Consider the relationship between force and friction.
3Question 3.
What is a primary cause of dam overturning?
- Excessive water pressure
- Strong foundation
- Material strength
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Think about what external factors are acting on a dam.
4Question 4.
True or False: Sliding occurs when frictional forces overcome horizontal forces.
- True
- False
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Recall how forces interact in a dam structure.
Question 5.
A high reservoir level is causing the dam's overturning risk. Outline strategies to mitigate this risk, considering construction material and structural design.
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Consider both engineering solutions and material choices.
Question 6.
Assuming a dam is experiencing significant sliding due to lateral forces from seismic activity, what design changes could enhance its stability?
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Think about how to strengthen the foundation.

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