The Design and Construction of Dams: Including Masonry, Earth, Rock-Fill, and Timber Structures and Principal Types of Movable Dams (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Edward Wegmann

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0331501694 ISBN 13: 9780331501698

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Master the design and construction of dams with a practical, illustrated guide.

This edition covers masonry, earth, rock-fill, and timber structures, and also explains the principal types of movable dams. Clear, method‑driven text combines theory with detailed, real‑world examples.

The book walks you through core concepts, step‑by‑step calculations, and the kind of data engineers rely on when planning storage reservoirs. It shows how different dam types behave under pressure, and how to adapt methods to local materials and conditions. Numerous plates and figures illuminate profiles, forms, and construction details for high masonry dams and rock-fill works.

• Practical methods for sizing profiles and assessing joint and weight effects
• Grounding principles with concrete examples from existing dams and projects
• Rich illustrations: plates, half-tones, and tables that bring design ideas to life
• Discussion of movable dams and their applications across different regions

Ideal for engineers, students, and professionals involved in water-reservoir planning, dam design, and structural construction.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0331501694
• ISBN 13: 9780331501698
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 469