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Using pre-cast concrete blocks to prevent erosion of dams and weirs

Journal Article · · Hydro Review Worldwide
OSTI ID:245447
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  1. Univ. of Salford, Salford (United Kingdom)
Most hydro projects include a facility to allow water flow in excess of the turbine capacity to safely bypass the impounding structure and power station. For river schemes, a weir is typically used; for larger dams, a full spillway is required. Pre-cast concrete blocks can provide economical erosion protection for overflow sections of earth and rockfill dams and weirs. Wedge-shaped blocks, especially, can offer an efficient approach to providing needed protection. This article this option.
OSTI ID:
245447
Journal Information:
Hydro Review Worldwide, Journal Name: Hydro Review Worldwide Journal Issue: 2 Vol. 2; ISSN XZ491N
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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