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Deformation of dams with a facing and their seismic stability

Journal Article · · Hydrotech. Constr.; (United States)
DOI:https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01429614· OSTI ID:6914633
The authors determine design and engineering parameters for a hydroelectric dam constructed of soil and pebbles and faced with asphalt from the stand point of its mechanical behavior and deformation under the effect of a seismic event. Optimal slope gradients are established for the materials under consideration. Seismic effects at all stages of dam life--from construction to reservoir filling to actual full-capacity operation--are incorporated into the analysis. Limiting values of stress and strain are established under seismic and hydrostatic loading.
OSTI ID:
6914633
Journal Information:
Hydrotech. Constr.; (United States), Journal Name: Hydrotech. Constr.; (United States) Vol. 21:4; ISSN HYCOA
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English