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Geological Investigation for Dams by Gadige Chandra is a document available to read on EtoBox.
This document discusses dams, reservoirs, and bridges from a geological perspective. It provides information on: 1) The types of dams including gravity dams, arch dams, and embankment dams and how they transmit loads. 2) Key factors for selecting dam and reservoir sites such as foundation rock type and strength, reservoir storage capacity, and minimizing flooded land. 3) Geological investigations that should be conducted at potential dam and reservoir sites, including mapping rock structures, joints, f
- Author
- Gadige Chandra
- Language
- EN