Dam Stability and Enhancement
Design criteria for dams are constantly evolving, generating the need in the design of new dams for the adoption of upgraded parameters and in the maintenance or extensions of existing dams, additional works to ensure compliance with changing standards.
The principal areas in which Menard Bachy can assist with these matters are in the treatment of the dam foundation rock to eliminate seepage and erosion and the improvement of stability against failure by the use of high capacity rock anchors.
Other areas of activity include dam core replacement or upgrading
The range of methods offered by Menard Bachy:
Dam Stability:
- High capacity rock anchors
Seepage Control:
- Permeation grouting
- Jet Grouting
- Cut-off barriers
Objectives:
- Upgrade dam stability to compliance with current design standards
- Reduction of seepage through foundation rock
- Increase the overall safety factor against failure
