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There are three primary reasons for dam construction. in no particular order, they are:
1. flood control
2. hydroelectric power generation
3. water impoundment for public consumption, irrigation, recreation, etc.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 13y agoBeavers construct dams in order to live in them and provide shelter for their family.
People build dams to provide water for farmers and to generate electricity. Also for flood protection.
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What are constructed to control the flow of river water?
Dams
How many check dams are constructed on the river godavari?
4
How are gravity dams constructed?
Gravity dams:It is made up of masonry or solid concreteIt can be constructed to any heightLess maintenance
What are the purpose of PA DAMS?
The purpose of the dams that are found in the state of PA are to prevent water from entering another water source or landform. Dams are often manmade, but can be constructed by animals like beavers.
What are the Differences between gravity dams and earth dams?
Gravity dams:It is made up of masonry or solid concreteIt can be constructed to any heightLess maintenanceEarth dams:It is made up of soil and gravelIt can be constructed to moderate heightIt is cheaper
What are the materials used in building a gravity dam?
There are many gravity dams constructed of compacted earth. High dams are generally concrete. All dams require a spillway to be safe. The spillway must be armored.
Why dams are constructed in a safer place?
The construction of the Glen Canyon Dam formed which body of water?A. Lake Mead B. Grand River C. Canyon Lake D. Lake Powell dams are constructed in a safer place because of the following reasons:*it must not be build in earthquake occurring place.*while moving vehicles,the dam should not fall.*the dams should build very strong.*it is useful for irrigation.
How come a bridge or a dam can be built in water when water is the worst enemy of civil structures?
Bridges and dams are built after a coffer dam is constructed to reroute the water. When the structure is complete the coffer dams are removed or destroyed.
Why have humans created dams and levees?
Man Made dams are constructed for several reasons. One may construct a dam to balance water height or achieve agricultural irrigation.
Which are the dams constructed under DVCS?
Four multipurpose dam were constructed during 1948 to 1959- 1- Maithon Dam 2- Panchat Dam 3- Tilaiya Dam 4- Kunar Dam
What were primarily constructed for profit?
Some of the projects that were primarily constructed for profit include the sky scrapers that became popular after the 1920s in New York. Some dams and artificial lakes were also meant for profit.
List the advantages and the disadvantages of a dam on a large river?
Advantages of dams:1. Dams are constructed based only on safety2. It is used to store water3. It used in hydroelectric power generation4. It is used in irrigation purposes.Disadvantages of dams:1. Requires skilled labour to construct2. Strong abutments is needed.
