Resource
Wolf Creek Dam Foundation Remediation: An Innovative Solution
Resource Type
Industry Papers and Articles
Reference Title
Wolf Creek Dam Foundation Remediation: An Innovative Solution
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
2012
Journal Title
International Journal on Hydropower and Dams
Journal Volume
19
Journal Issue
4
ISBN/ISSN
ISSN: 1352-2523
Topic Location
Kentucky
Abstract/Additional Information
Concrete disphragm wall chosen by USACE as solution to foundation seepage due to karst geology.
"A complex and innovative remediation programme is currently being undertaken by USACE at the Wolf Creek multipurpose dam in the USA, where problems had been caused by the karstic foundations. After an evaluation of several alternatives to deal with seepage, it was decided to construct a concrete diaphragm wall."
