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Research Project: Development of a Monitoring Network, Engineering Tools, and Guidelines for the Design, Analysis, and Rehabilitation of Embankment Dams, Hydraulic Structures, and Channels

Location: Agroclimate and Hydraulics Research Unit

Title: You want to do what? Research addressing common and unique design features for stepped spillways

Author
item Hunt, Sherry
item Kadavy, Kem

Submitted to: Meeting Abstract
Publication Type: Abstract Only
Publication Acceptance Date: 6/10/2024
Publication Date: 6/24/2024
Citation: Hunt, S., Kadavy, K.C. 2024. You want to do what? Research addressing common and unique design features for stepped spillways. Meeting Abstract. RCC 2024 International Dam Seminar and Study Tour, June 10-12, 2024, Denver, CO.

Interpretive Summary:

Technical Abstract: Stepped spillways applied to embankment dams are commonly used in the rehabilitation of aging dams. In some cases, these spillways require unique design considerations due to the dam location (e.g., urbanized areas), land rights, and/or geological formations. ARS scientists in Stillwater, OK have developed comprehensive generalized design criteria for stepped chutes and associated stilling basins applied to embankment dams based on their scientific research. In addition, researchers have conducted research on unique step chute designs (e.g., converging, unique weir features, step shape). This presentation will provide information for dam designers to consider for embankment dam stepped chute design. USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.