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____________________ is provided when large scale stratification occurs.

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asked Nov 9, 2023 in Irrigation Engineering by Carter (75.2k points)

____________________ is provided when large scale stratification occurs.

(a) Chimney drain

(b) Cut-off

(c) Relief wells

(d) Trenches

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Query is from Rock Fill Dams topic in chapter Earthen and Rock Fill Dams of Irrigation Engineering

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answered Nov 16, 2023 by Greg (106k points)

Correct option is (a) Chimney drain

The best explanation: A vertical filter (or inclined u/s or d/s) is placed along with the horizontal as to intercept the seeping water effectively in case of large stratification. This arrangement is called a chimney drain.

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