Q92
Which dam failure is attributed to poor understanding of karst geology?
A.
Vajont Dam
B.
Malpasset Dam
AnswerC.
Banqiao Dam
D.
Baldwin Hills Dam
Answer: Option B
Solution
Answer: Option B
Solution:
The Malpasset Dam failure occurred due to water seepage and uplift forces through karstified rock foundations that were not fully evaluated during design.