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No. 17 of 19
Geosynthetics in Dams
by
Daniele Cazzuffi
ENEL Hydro, Milan, Italy.
The information presented in this document has been reviewed by the Education Committee of the International Geosynthetics Society and is believed to fairly represent the current state of practice.
However, the International Geosynthetics Society does not accept any liability arising in any way from use of the information presented.
Main Functions of Geosynthetics in Dams
Function Products(see notes for key to product types)
Types of Dam
Earth /Rock Conc /Masonry
Rolled Conc
Barrier GMB, GCM New/ Refurb Refurb New
Drainage GT, GN, GCD New/ Refurb Refurb New
Erosion Control
GT, GN New/ Refurb Refurb New
Filtration GT New/ Refurb
Protection GT, GG, GCR New/ Refurb
Reinforcement GT, GA,GL, BT, BA, BL
New/ Refurb
Contrada Sabetta Rockfill Dam1. Concrete slab (0.2m th)
2. Sheet Bit paper Felt + 2 sheets membrane
3. Porous Concrete
4. R/C Slabs
5. Dry Masonry
6. Joint 7. Plastic Conc wall
8. Conc plinth 9. Gallery