Risk management for UK reservoirs

Publication C542

CIRIA, 2000
Risk management for UK reservoirs Download document

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Current

Supplement

Civil & Structural Supplement

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Abstract

Examines past failures, major incidents and problems at UK reservoirs, and considers the most likely modes of failure for dams of various types and age, and offers an easily applicable assessment procedure to determine potential floodwater levels and their impact following a failure. Also covers: methods of mitigating risks, carrying out remedial works and emergency planning in the event of dam failure. The risk assessment procedure is demonstrated on six test cases for different types of reservoir. Aimed chiefly at owners, managers, engineers, regulators, insurers and safety personnel concerned with reservoirs in the UK. It applies to all reservoirs that fall within the scope of the Reservoirs Act 1975.

History

Based on research project RP568.

ISBN

9780860175421

Subjects

  • Reservoirs/dams
  • Civil engineering, infrastructure and public utilities
  • Public health/water engineering

Publisher History

CIRIA was formerly known as the Construction Industry Research and Information Association. They are a member-based research and information organisation who publish reports and technical papers covering building and civil engineering as well as transport and utilities infrastructure.

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