Q53
The Siah Bisheh Hydropower project in Iran required special design due to:
A.
Ice loading
B.
Volcanic activity
C.
Fault zones and weak sedimentary rocks
AnswerD.
Salt dome intrusion
Answer: Option C
Solution
Answer: Option C
Solution:
The project site is located near active fault zones with weak sedimentary rocks, requiring rock reinforcement and seismic design considerations.