Resource

Maximizing the benefits of Urra dam, Colombia

Resource Type
Industry Papers and Articles
Reference Title
Maximizing the benefits of Urra dam, Colombia
Author/Presenter
Silva-Monteil, E.
De Leon, R. Piedrahita
Le Blanc, M.
Organization/Agency
International Commission on Large Dams
International Association for Hydraulic Research
International Commission on Irrigation and Drainage
International Hydropower Association
Publisher Name
Aqua-Media International
Year
2009
Journal Title
International Journal on Hydropower and Dams
Journal Volume
16
Journal Issue
3
ISBN/ISSN
ISSN: 1352-2523
Topic Location
Colombia
Abstract/Additional Information

First use of fusegate system in Latin America increased storage capacity at the 73 m-high Urra dam project. Paper describes project's technical, environmental and economic benefits.