5.81 The cross section of a concrete dam is as shown. For a 1-ft-wide dam section determine (a) the resultant of the reaction forces exerted by the ground on the base AB of the dam, (b) the point of application of the resultant of part a, (c) the resultant of the pressure forces exerted by the water on the face BC of the dam. 8 ft A r = 21 ft Fig. P5.81 C r=21 ft B

5.81 The cross section of a concrete dam is as shown. For a 1-ft-wide dam section determine (a) the resultant of the reaction forces exerted by the ground on the base AB of the dam, (b) the point of application of the resultant of part a, (c) the resultant of the pressure forces exerted by the water on the face BC of the dam. 8 ft A r = 21 ft Fig. P5.81 C r=21 ft B

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Chapter6: Beams And Cables

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