Gravity Dam Design

Chapter1 Introduction
Purpose
Scope
Applicability
References
Terminology

Chapter2 General Design Considerations
Types of Concrete Gravity Dams
Coordination Between Disciplines.
Construction Materials
SiteSelection
Determining Foundation Strength
Parameters

Chapter3 Design Data
Concrete Properties
Foundation Properties
Loads

Chapter4 Stability Analysis
Introduction
Basic Loading Conditions
DamProfiles
Stability Considerations
Overturning Stability
Sliding Stability
Base Pressures
Computer Programs

Chapter5 Static and Dynamic Stress
Analyses
Stress Analysis
Dynamic Analysis
Dynamic Analysis Process
Interdisciplinary Coordination
Performance Criteria for Response to Site-Dependent Earthquakes
Geological and Seismological Investigation
Selecting the Controlling Earthquakes
Characterizing Ground Motions
Dynamic Methods of Stress Analysis

Chapter6 Temperature Control of Mass
Concrete
Introduction
Thermal Properties of Concrete
Thermal Studies
Temperature Control Methods

Chapter7 Structural Design Consideration
Introduction
Contraction and Construction Joints.
Waterstops
Spillway
Spillway Bridge
Spillway Piers
Outlet Works
Foundation Grouting and Drainage
Galleries
Instrumentation

Chapter8 Reevaluation of Existing Dams
General
Reevaluation
Procedures
Considerations of Deviation from Structural Criteria
Structural Requirements for Remedia Measure
Methods of Improving Stability in Existing Structures
Stability on Deep-Seated Failure
Planes
Example Problem

Chapter9 Roller-Compacted Concrete
Gravity Dams
Introduction
Construction Method
Economic Benefits
Design and Construction
Considerations