This book provides a comprehensive text on the geotechnical and geological aspects of the investigations for and the design and construction of new dams and the

Introductory technical guidance for civil engineers and construction managers interested in design and construction of embankment dams. Here is what is discusse

This manual presents fundamental principles underlying the design and construction of earth and rock-fill dams. The general principles presented herein are also

Besides giving an historical introduction to embankment dams the book describes the need for instrumentation, planning procurement and installation practices of