Filter Design and Construction Considerations

This article is intended to provide practical guidance for use by dam owners and engineers for the design and construction of filters for embankment dams, particularly small embankment dams. This article is not intended to be an all-inclusive guide for design of filter and drain systems. In many instances, the article directs readers to other references that provide more detailed information. In addition, an extensive list of references on the topic is provided at the end of this article.