Dams
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Reasons for Dam Failure
- November 8, 2019
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Construction, Engineering, Waterways & Dams
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Dams are structural barriers built to obstruct or control the flow of water into rivers and streams. By controlling water, we are able to create lakes for recreational and municipal use. However, if these impressive structures are not constructed carefully and successfully maintained, the dam could experience catastrophic failure. Exceeded Capacity Dam failure can be...
The Benefits of Dams
- August 16, 2019
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Construction, Engineering, Uncategorized, Waterways & Dams
Dams play an important role in infrastructure. According to FEMA, “Dams provide a range of economic, environmental, and social benefits…” Building a dam supports recreation, flood control, water supply, waste management, wildlife habitat and hydroelectric power. Recreation When a dam is built, we are able to control the flow of water. Releasing little water allows...
Benefits of the Construction of Dams
- August 2, 2018
- Posted by: jerdonlp
- Category: Waterways & Dams
Dams are built across rivers and their importance is dated back hundreds of years. Dams–single-purpose or multi-purpose–have the potential to provide environmental, economic and social benefits to a region or community. Flood Control – They help prevent and control loss of property due to intense flooding. The release of the water to the river below...