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5/28/17 Lecture : Design of Earth Dams 2
Earth Dams
Earth dams are the dams made of earth material which is locally available i.e.
gravel or soil.
Dams less than 15m height are called small earth dams and greater than 15m
height are called large earth dams (IS 12169).
Core acts a impermeable membrane within the body of dam. The cohesive soil
type is used for construction of core. IS 1498 suggests the suitability of soils for
the core. Soils having high compressibility, liquid limit and organic content may
be avoided as they are prone to swelling and formation of cracks.
Casing provides stability and protects core. It is made of pervious type soils.