Rapid Reservoir Sedimentation of Four Historic Thin Arch Dams in Australia

This study shows what can happen if the natural processes are not considered properly. The described Australian reservoirs became fully silted very quickly, with each one being used for less than 25 years. The experience gained from these failures may be of use today for practicing engineers to prevent similar mistakes.

CHANSON, H. JAMES, P. (1998): Rapid Reservoir Sedimentation of Four Historic Thin Arch Dams in Australia. Reston: American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) URL [Accessed: 18.01.2012]