Engineering theory of slide processes in the design of earth dams on a soft ground foundation

Journal Article · Sun Nov 01 00:00:00 EST 1987 · Hydrotech. Constr.; (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01463880· OSTI ID:5293545

Krasil'nikov, N A

This paper discusses the slope stability and landslide propensity of several hydroelectric plant earth dams throughout the Soviet Union from the standpoint of slide theory and compares the research of several Soviet institutions into this problem with existing standards and recommendations on dam stability and reliability. The comparisons are made for earth dams having a soft ground foundation under static loading conditions. Applicable properties are discussed for a wide range of soils and rocks including clays, loams, sands, alluvials, and soft and hard gravels. Seismic effects are not discussed.

• OSTI ID: 5293545
• Journal Information: Hydrotech. Constr.; (United States), Vol. 21:5; Other Information: Translated from Gidrotekh. Stroit.; No. 5, 18-22(May 1987)
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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EASTERN EUROPE
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