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Research Project: Development of a Monitoring Network, Engineering Tools, and Guidelines for the Design, Analysis, and Rehabilitation of Embankment Dams, Hydraulic Structures, and Channels

Location: Agroclimate and Hydraulics Research Unit

Title: Hydraulic jacking workshop

Author
item Heiner, Bryan
item WAHL, TONY - Us Bureau Of Reclamation

Submitted to: Meeting Abstract
Publication Type: Abstract Only
Publication Acceptance Date: 9/18/2024
Publication Date: 9/26/2024
Citation: Heiner, B.J., Wahl, T. 2024. Hydraulic jacking workshop. Meeting Abstract. ASDSO Dam Safety 2024 Annual Confernce, Sept 22-26, 2024, Denver, CO.

Interpretive Summary:

Technical Abstract: USDA-ARS has been working to develop new and/or enhance design guidance, engineering tools, software, and best management practice standards to monitor and assess the performance of dams and hydraulic structures as erosion control measures. One way to accomplish this is to ensure that hydraulic jacking is not a possible outcome of spillway operation. During a one-day workshop on hydraulic jacking, a group of scientists and engineers will present recent findings of a multiple year study that helps practitioners calculate the possible amount of hydraulic jacking that can occur at offsets and cracks in spillway faces. "USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer."