The cross-section of a dam is shown below. Headwater is on the vertical face of the dam and is flush with the crest. The coefficient of static friction between the foundation and the base of the dam is 0.65. (3.a) Neglecting hydrostatic uplift, determine H if b= 9 m and the factor of safety against sliding must be 1.50. Also compute the corresponding factor of safety against overturning and the corresponding intensity of soil pressure at the heel and at the toe.

The cross-section of a dam is shown below. Headwater is on the vertical face of the dam and is flush with the crest. The coefficient of static friction between the foundation and the base of the dam is 0.65. (3.a) Neglecting hydrostatic uplift, determine H if b= 9 m and the factor of safety against sliding must be 1.50. Also compute the corresponding factor of safety against overturning and the corresponding intensity of soil pressure at the heel and at the toe.

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Chapter2: Loads On Structures

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