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toe of the dam
Energy; Hydro dam
The junction of the downstream slope or face of a dam with the ground surface; also referred to as the downstream toe. The junction of the upstream slope with ground surface is ...
diaphragm wall
Energy; Hydro dam
A sheet, thin zone, or facing made of an impervious material such as concrete, steel, wood, plastic, etc. Also see core wall.
spillway channel
Energy; Hydro dam
An open channel or closed conduit conveying water from the spillway inlet downstream.
compaction
Energy; Hydro dam
Mechanical action that increases the density by reducing the voids in a material.
drainage curtain
Energy; Hydro dam
A line of vertical wells or boreholes to facilitate drainage of the foundation and abutments and to reduce water pressure.
notification
Energy; Hydro dam
To inform appropriate individuals about an emergency condition so they can take appropriate action.
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