Rituraj Borthakur posted an Question
August 10, 2022 • 05:28 am 30 points
  • IIT JAM
  • Geology (GG)

Which part of the arch dam experiences maximum stress

which part of the arch dam experiences maximum stress A. Heel B. Toe C. Abutment D. Spillway

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  • Raghubeer rai Best Answer

    correct ans will be option C- Abutment,, ,in arch dam which has arc shape geometry all the stress which is produced by river water , transferred equally to either side of arch faces so the Abutment (the side portion of every dam which attached to valley mainly)in this case will face maximum stress.

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