From the given figure below. Using Ranking Theory, the unit weight of concrete of gravity dam is 24 kN per cubic meter. Coefficient of friction between the concrete and the soil is 0.45. 8m EL. 255m 30m Ground Surface EL. 220m You= 20KN/m 10m = 34 10 e 3m Determine the uplift pressure at the toe in kPa. A 136.587 B 109.354 98.100 D 122.625

From the given figure below. Using Ranking Theory, the unit weight of concrete of gravity dam is 24 kN per cubic meter. Coefficient of friction between the concrete and the soil is 0.45. 8m EL. 255m 30m Ground Surface EL. 220m You= 20KN/m 10m = 34 10 e 3m Determine the uplift pressure at the toe in kPa. A 136.587 B 109.354 98.100 D 122.625

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Author:KASSIMALI, Aslam.

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Chapter2: Loads On Structures

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