3. For the dam retaining water as shown in the figure, the foundation soil is permeable; assume hydrostatic uplift varies from full hydrostatic head at the heel of the dam to zero at the toe. The unit weight of the concrete is 23.5 kN/m³. Find the factor of safety against sliding and overturning of the dam, and the pressure intensity on the base of the dam (at points A and B).

3. For the dam retaining water as shown in the figure, the foundation soil is permeable; assume hydrostatic uplift varies from full hydrostatic head at the heel of the dam to zero at the toe. The unit weight of the concrete is 23.5 kN/m³. Find the factor of safety against sliding and overturning of the dam, and the pressure intensity on the base of the dam (at points A and B).

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Chapter19: Braced Cuts

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 19.3P: A braced cut shown in Figure P19.3 is to be made to a depth of 9.0 m in a saturated clay deposit...

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