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Dams & Hydraulic Structures (DHS) SPPU Insem Question Paper Feb 2023

All 4 questions from this SPPU insem paper, as printed. Read them here or open the PDF.

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Subject code
401011
Pattern
2019 pattern
Exam
Insem
Session
Feb 2023
Max. marks
30
Time
1 Hour
Semester
VIII
Paper code
[6010]-26

Printed for: B.E. (Civil Engineering) (Insem)

Instructions to the candidates

  1. Answer Q.1 or Q.2, Q.3 or Q.4.
  2. Neat sketches/diagrams must be drawn wherever necessary.
  3. Figures to the right side indicate full marks for the sub-questions.
  4. Assume suitable data, if necessary and state them in your answer clearly.
  5. Use non-programmable pocket size electronic calculator is allowed.

Questions

  1. Q1

    1. a)

      Define the term dam & state its purpose.

      [5]
    2. b)

      Explain the types of dams based on structural action and briefly explain any one type.

      [5]
    3. c)

      State & explain any two instruments used for various measurements needed to safety of dams.

      [5]

  2. Q2

    1. a)

      What is an arch dam & state its advantages and disadvantages.

      [5]
    2. b)

      What are the objectives of dam safety instruments?

      [5]
    3. c)

      What are the factors that govern the selection of the site for a dam construction.

      [5]

  3. Q3

    1. a)

      Enlist forces acting on gravity dam & write their equation for any two forces acting on gravity dam.

      [5]
    2. b)

      What are the Modes of failure of gravity dam? Explain any two.

      [5]
    3. c)

      Enlist different methods of stability analysis of gravity dam & explain in brief any one of them.

      [5]

  4. Q4

    1. a)

      Discuss various methods to reduce uplift pressure at the base of gravity dam.

      [5]
    2. b)

      Explain various joints provided in gravity dam. 2

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      [5]
    3. c)

      As shown in fig. 1 profile of gravity dam and water level in the reservoir. If specific weight of concrete used for the dam is 24 kN/m 3 & coefficient of friction is 0.70, total self weight of dam is 54×10 3 kN/m. check the safety of dam with respect to sliding. eeee

      [5]