Concrete Face Rockfill Dams presents the state-of-the-art of dam design and construction. This consulting guide presents all details and analyses of 28 large CRFD dams worldwide, including the highest dam in the world. In 12 chapters, the specialist information is provided on the concepts, designs, technical specifications, construction details and instrumentation. Both successes and failures that have led to substantial knowledge breakthroughs are discussed. Moreover, attention is paid to the planes for a CFRD dam of over 300 meter high. Intended for dam engineers, this illustrated reference volume is also warmly recommended to other engineering professionals working on the design, construction and operation of dams and related hydraulic structures.
List of Figures
List of Tables
Foreword
Acknowledgments
About the Authors
Introduction
Chapter 1 : An Overall Introduction to Concrete Face Rockfill Dams
Chapter 2 : Design Criteria for CFRDs
Chapter 3 : Typical Cross Sections
Chapter 4 : The Mechanics of Rockfill
Chapter 5 : Stability
Chapter 6 : Seepage through Rockfills
Chapter 7 : Foundation Treatment
Chapter 8 : Plinth, Slab and Joints
Chapter 9 : Instrumentation
Chapter 10 : CFRD Performance
Chapter 11 : Numerical Analysis and Its Applications
Chapter 12 : Construction Features
References
Colour Plates
