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Geological Engineering · Q189

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Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 189

Q189

Which dam construction faced challenges due to uplift pressure beneath its base?

A.
Sardar Sarovar
B.
Bhakra Nangal
Answer
C.
Hirakud
D.
Idukki

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Bhakra Dam had to address uplift pressure from groundwater beneath the dam base. Drainage galleries and pressure relief wells were constructed to mitigate this issue.