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

Which type of dam is suitable on shallow pervious foundations?

(a) Zoned embankment type

(b) Homogenous embankment type

(c) Both Non-homogenous type and homogenous type

(d) Diaphragm type

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Question is from Types of Earthen Dams topic in section Earthen and Rock Fill Dams of Irrigation Engineering

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

Right choice is (a) Zoned embankment type

Best explanation: Zoned earth dam is also called a non-homogenous or heterogeneous earth dam and it is suitable on shallow pervious foundations. This dam is widely constructed and the materials of the zone are selected depending upon the availabilities.

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