diaphragm earth dams

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Scope note
Earth dams having a central core of thick masonry or concrete extending into the pervious underground strata and acting as a barrier against seeping water, while the surrounding banks of earth and rock fill provide stability.
diaphragm earth dams
Accepted term: 29-Apr-2024