The cross section of a concrete dam JKLMN as shown in Figure 1 is used to retain water. The specific weight of the concrete dam is 24 kN/m2. The coefficient of friction between the base of the dam and the foundation is 0.45. For one meter dam length, calculate the maximum water depth, d to ensure the stability of the dam against; (a) Sliding. (b) Overtuning.

The cross section of a concrete dam JKLMN as shown in Figure 1 is used to retain water. The specific weight of the concrete dam is 24 kN/m2. The coefficient of friction between the base of the dam and the foundation is 0.45. For one meter dam length, calculate the maximum water depth, d to ensure the stability of the dam against; (a) Sliding. (b) Overtuning.

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