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==='''[[Types of Dams | Dams]]'''=== | |||
==='''Water Conveyance'''=== | ==='''Water Conveyance'''=== | ||
*[[Outlet Works]] | *Types of Water Conveyance | ||
*[[Gates/Bulkheads]] | **[[Outlet Works]] | ||
*[[Spillways]] | **[[Gates/Bulkheads]] | ||
*[[Penstocks]] | **[[Spillways]] | ||
*[[Flumes]] | **[[Penstocks]] | ||
*[[Canals]] | **[[Flumes]] | ||
**[[Canals]] | |||
==='''Reservoir'''=== | ==='''Reservoir'''=== | ||
*[[Components of a Reservoir]] | *[[Components of a Reservoir]] | ||
Revision as of 19:51, 6 June 2022
Dams are complex structures that vary due to varying site conditions, intended purposes, anticipated loading conditions, among other factors. Despite the wide range of design considerations among dams of all types, there are a few common key functions that the majority of dams must perform adequately.
Dams
Water Conveyance
- Types of Water Conveyance
Reservoir
Other Appurtenant Structures
Revised by: Rmanwaring
Revision ID: 843
Revision Date: 06/06/2022