Introductory Reading and Resources on Dam Failure

Dam Failure

Dam Failure

by Muhammad Aleem ul Hassan Ramay -
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Dam failure always is not the consequence of man made activity but some times due to natural factors.  

In reply to Muhammad Aleem ul Hassan Ramay

Re: Dam Failure

by Dattakumar Chaskar -
Dear Mr. Hassan Ramay,


Yes, The natural factors for dam failure can be GLOF ( Glacial lake outburst flood), landslides in the reservoir area,  earthquake of more than the designed intensity, and of course excessive rainfall, etc..Can you please give any example of such event in your area, if any?