Developments in UK Reservoir Engineering and Management |
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Authors: | T A Johnston BSc FEng FICE J P Millmore BSc CEng FICE A Macdonald BSc CEng FICE |
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Affiliation: | Senior Consultant, Babtie Group, Glasgow, UK.;Directors, Babtie Group, Glasgow, UK. |
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Abstract: | This paper presents an overview of recent developments in reservoir construction and maintenance in the UK. It highlights the increasing importance of environmental issues to successful scheme promotion and provides advice on the key issues which need to be addressed. Research into dam safety is leading to further guidance for engineers in assessing existing structures. Comments are made on future capital expenditure on the existing stock of dams, and the status of dam safety legislation is reviewed. |
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Keywords: | Dams environmental impact failures promotion remedial works reservoirs safety guidance |
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