An Introduction to Inspection of Dams
An Introduction to Inspection of Dams

Author: J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A.

Publisher: Guyer Partners

Published: 2020-08-15

Total Pages: 38

ISBN-13:

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Introductory technical guidance for civil engineers and other professional engineers and construction managers interested in inspection of dams and reservoirs. Here is what is discussed: 1. EVALUATION OF DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION, AND OPERATION 2. AVAILABILITY AND SOURCE OF DATA 3. DESCRIPTION OF RECORDS 4. REVIEWING THE RECORDS 5. ONSITE EXAMINATIONS 6. ONSITE EXAMINATION NOTES.

Safety of Existing Dams
Safety of Existing Dams

Author: National Research Council

Publisher: National Academies Press

Published: 1983-01-01

Total Pages: 376

ISBN-13: 0309074797

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Written by civil engineers, dam safety officials, dam owners, geologists, hydraulic engineers, and risk analysts, this handbook is the first cooperative attempt to provide practical solutions to dam problems within the financial constraints faced by dam owners. It provides hands-on information for identifying and remedying common defects in concrete and masonry dams, embankment dams, reservoirs, and related structures. It also includes procedures for monitoring dams and collecting and analyzing data. Case histories demonstrate economical solutions to specific problems.

Safety of Dams
Safety of Dams

Author: National Research Council

Publisher: National Academies Press

Published: 1985-02-01

Total Pages: 295

ISBN-13: 0309035325

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From earth tectonics and meteorology to risk, responsibility, and the role of government, this comprehensive and detailed book reviews current practices in designing dams to withstand extreme hydrologic and seismic events. Recommendations for action and for further research to improve dam safety evaluations are presented.

Dam Surveillance Guide
Dam Surveillance Guide

Author: CIGB ICOLD

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2018-08-06

Total Pages: 295

ISBN-13: 1351035762

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Dams are part of human achievements that induce great benefits for society but also bear a potential risk to people, property and the natural environment. The risk of a dam rupture is extremely low and diffi cult to quantify accurately. The aim of ‘Dam surveillance’ (ICOLD Bulletin 158), is to help reduce these risks by early detection of an undesirable event. The objective of dam surveillance is to make a precise and timely diagnosis of the behavior of dams, in order to prevent undesirable consequences. Both the monitoring system and surveillance program has to be designed and should be able to detect any abnormal behaviour. ‘Dam surveillance’ (ICOLD Bulletin 158), emphasizes the following aspects: • Routine visual inspection • Special inspection • Checking and testing of Hydro-electromechanical equipment • Monitoring parameters and devices • Automation • Maintenance of ageing monitoring systems • Re-instrumentation of existing dams • Recent developments • Data management • Dam documentation management • Assessment of dam condition and behaviour • Assessment of routine dam safety monitoring programme • Prioritization of maintenance, remedial and upgrading works.

Earthquake Engineering for Concrete Dams
Earthquake Engineering for Concrete Dams

Author: National Research Council

Publisher: National Academies Press

Published: 1991-02-01

Total Pages: 154

ISBN-13: 0309043360

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The hazard posed by large dams has long been known. Although no concrete dam has failed as a result of earthquake activity, there have been instances of significant damage. Concerns about the seismic safety of concrete dams have been growing recently because the population at risk in locations downstream of major dams continues to expand and because the seismic design concepts in use at the time most existing dams were built were inadequate. In this book, the committee evaluates current knowledge about the earthquake performance of concrete dams, including procedures for investigating the seismic safety of such structures. Earthquake Engineering for Concrete Dams specifically informs researchers about state-of-the-art earthquake analysis of concrete dams and identifies subject areas where additional knowledge is needed.

Cutoffs for Dams
Cutoffs for Dams

Author: CIGB ICOLD

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2018-12-07

Total Pages: 358

ISBN-13: 1351035967

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ICOLD Bulletin 150, Cutoffs for Dams, discusses foundation treatment methods using cutoff-type barriers. High emphasis is given to alluvial deposits throughout this document; however, different materials may require cutoff. The construction of cutoffs has made significant advances mainly through the development of more powerful machinery for drilling and excavation, but also through the introduction of new concepts and techniques, such as jet grouting and deep soil mixing. The following types of cutoffs are presented in this Bulletin: - Diaphragm walls - Vib walls - Pile walls - Superimposed concreted galleries - Jet grouting - Deep mixing These methods are described, and the practical application of each method is illustrated by selected case histories. These case histories also demonstrate how certain difficulties specific to a particular dam site have been dealt with. The performance of cutoffs should be monitored so that their efficiency in reducing flow and piezometric head can be evaluated. Piezometers installed in the foundation upstream and downstream of the cutoff are needed to meet this objective.

Geotechnical Engineering of Dams
Geotechnical Engineering of Dams

Author: Robin Fell

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2014-11-21

Total Pages: 1374

ISBN-13: 0203387317

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This book provides a comprehensive text on the geotechnical and geological aspects of the investigations for and the design and construction of new dams and the review and assessment of existing dams. The book provides dam engineers and geologists with a practical approach, and gives university students an insight into the subject of dam engineering. All phases of investigation, design and construction are covered, through to the preliminary and detailed design phases and ultimately the construction phase. This revised and expanded 2nd edition includes a lengthy new chapter on the assessment of the likelihood of failure of dams by internal erosion and piping.