Geotechnical Engineering of Dams (Hardcover, 2nd edition)

Geotechnical Engineering of Dams, 2nd edition 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 main emphasis of this work is on embankment dams, but much of the text, particularly those parts related to geology, can be used for concrete gravity and arch dams. All phases of investigation, design and construction are covered. Detailed descriptions are given from the initial site assessment and site investigation program through to the preliminary and detailed design phases and, ultimately, the construction phase. The assessment of existing dams, including the analysis of risks posed by those dams, is also discussed. This wholly revised and significantly expanded 2nd edition includes a lengthy new appendix on the assessment of the likelihood of failure of dams by internal erosion and piping. This valuable source on dam engineering incorporates the 200+ years of collective experience of the authors in the subject area. Design methods are presented in combination with their theoretical basis, to enable the reader to develop a proper understanding of the possibilities and limitations of a method. For its practical, well-founded approach, this work can serve as a useful guide for professional dam engineers and engineering geologists and as a textbook for university students.

General

Imprint:	Crc Press
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	November 2014
First published:	2015
Authors:	David Stapledon • Graeme Bell • Mark Foster • Robin Fell • Patrick MacGregor
Dimensions:	255 x 178 x 58mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover - Sewn
Pages:	1348
Edition:	2nd edition
ISBN-13:	978-1-138-00008-7
Categories:	Books > Professional & Technical > Civil engineering, surveying & building > Hydraulic engineering > Dams & reservoirs
LSN:	1-138-00008-6
Barcode:	9781138000087

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